Back to Hats-Another U.S. Beauty

When this envelope arrived from G-knits, I was with my twins. I didn't even get to touch it at first because the second they saw the colors they grabbed it and began to fight over it:) As if.......Don't worry G-knits, I retrieved it safely and let them continue the fight without the hat in their grubby hands.It is a ribbed pattern and will fit various head sizes. The recipient will wear it for years to come since it won't be outgrown. Just beautiful! Thank y...

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Remember

Today is a good day to take some time out, perhaps meditate or pray for peace over your knitting. I want to say so much and yet have not been able to put my thoughts together. Its not that I can't put into words what I am feeling, its just that words are cheap in light of the one year anniversary of Operation Cast Lead. Your though...

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Twitter for Gaza

Only 2 days to go before our attempt at trending #GAZA on twitter to raise global awareness on commemorating one year since the massive Israeli assault and siege....LinkThis is something we can all do tomorrow, please check the link and learn how we can help trend Gaza. Thank you Shunra for the heads ...

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Tracking the Hats

So my mother emailed me the news this morning! The Viva Palestina convoy has successfully made it to Amman, Jordan. Very good to hear. Soon, very soon, our beloved hat distributor (and all 100+ hats!) will be in Gaza, and the hats will be on the heads of cold, needy children and teens. Amazingly, according to that report, there are 400 people from as far away as Malaysia and Italy accompanying the convoy. Wow! I am eagerly awaiting the news that the convoy made it into Gaza. My thoughts and prayers...

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100 Hats and counting!

I just wanted to give the nearly final tally for the hats! 100 plus two packages on their way which I think will make it 113 when all is said and done, two pairs of mittens and one cute kitty comfort toy!I will resume posting images of hats so...

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"Sisterhood of the Traveling Hats" --Guest Post from the Hat distributor!

This post is a very special, heartwarming message from the woman who is the key to it all, our wonderful friend who has the lucky job of distributing the hats to the children in Gaza. Enjoy! "Sisterhood of the Travelling Hats" Hello everyone, I want to report that two packages arrived from our European hat makers, AND just this morning the big box arrived from the USA!!!! All the hats are SO beautiful, very well made and unique, I am both amazed and overwhelmed at the quality...

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More U.S Hats

Even more gorgeous hats, this time by our friend TikkunKnitter who is on ravelry as well. There are several wonderful patterns used in this batch so if you are on ravelry go check out TikkunKnitters project page for more information.One I have to highlight for everybody, the green one peeking out in the background:This is from a chart TikkunKnitter created herself called Kafiyeh Dialog 1. The chart can also be found on ravelry. I think this one is my favorite of all, though "Aviatrix" is so cute...

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U.S. Hats

I'll tell you, these hats were absolutely adorable! They are from Shunra who is on ravelry. I didn't take a photo myself so this one is used by permission. They have flowers! Cute flowers on crocheted hats! Love the color choices as well. Shunra, your work is much appreciated. I loved holding them when I got them, very soft and lofty. The children who receive them will be delighted (and warm!). Thanks so mu...

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Canadian Hats

These four hats came from Patricia in Canada. They were all so soft, made of merino wool I think (correct me I'm wrong Patricia). The little red hat on the right was my favorite because I have a thing about tiny baby hats, but they are all so beautiful and perfectly done. So thankful for your work Patric...

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Two More From Judy

Yesterday I showed two of Judy's wonderful hats. Above are two more that were uploaded by her. Again, I have to say, very lovely, nice color choices and adore the patterns. Judy has inspired me to crochet more actually. I can finish more hats that w...

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Crocheted from Europe

These two lovelies are from Judy who told me she was still trying to get in more crocheting before the European deadline. I love both of these and actually want to make the blue and white one myself. The gray is also really cute, nice color there, looks as soft as the teddy bear. Judy's entire body of work is gorgeous. See more of it on her blog here. Also, look for a post on her blog that has links to baby hats. Lots of them!Thanks Judy. You helped to make my d...

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