give a little...get a little...
Thanks so much everyone. I've run out of yarn, but feel free to donate if you want, I'll add you to a list in case I find some more!
I know times are hard for lot of folks right now. "Economic recession" isn't just some it word from TV land, it's hitting many Americans in both big and small ways. Being a single income military family, we have experienced parts of this recession first hand as we watch gas and grocery bills go through the roof and don't even get me started on Southern California utilities, I have a nearly small coronary each month. Regardless, no one has felt the crunch more then non-profits, people in real need don't just go away during these hard times and many folks are out there just struggling to feed their kids. But that doesn't mean that we all can't use a couple of life's little luxuries - like hand dyed sock yarn!
So I'm hoping to find a new home for some of my stash and make a little cash for those in need. This will be much simpler then last years fundraising thing, I'm still pretty sure that a few of you didn't get your yarn!
I have about 25 skeins of hand dyed sock yarn - most doubles - meaning they are double skeins, 8 oz instead of 4 oz so enough for grande socks or two pairs - that need new homes. I'm out of room and seriously, I've knit 1 pair of socks in the last 6 months, at this rate it would take me about 25 years to knit through half my stash!
So this is how it's going to work. You will donate some cash (whatever you feel is fair - I'm talking $5.00 - $10.00 - $15.00 - $20.00 - I'm not judging) to UNICEF - or a charity of your choice. E-mail me - athyarns at yahoo dot com - a copy of the receipt and your mailing address and I'll send you a skein of yarn. I'm going to just slap your name on one of the envelopes - (this is true Montessori style - you get what you get and you don't mind a bit).
About the yarn, it is from my own personal stash and it has all been been hand dyed by me. None is tagged but it is all superwash merino or a combo there in and all is appropriate for knitting nifty little socks,scarves, hats, or small shawls. I realize it's a bit of inconvenience to not know the yardage but I've made sure to only pack up the skeins with ample yardage to knit a normal pair of socks. And as I said, MANY of the skeins are double skeins so you should have more then enough to share with a friend if you would like. The gauge, well you guys all to test swatches right?!? As I stated earlier, you get what you get - if you don't like the color, swap with a friend, knit a hat for a shelter, or use it in a charity blanket - it's for a good cause and you never know, you could strike gold!
So I don't run out of yarn..be sure to post a quick comment that you are participating. It will "close" at 35 commenters, if it even gets to that, until I reassess my supply.
P.S. If you are a spinner and would like roving instead of sock yarn let me know. I think I have a bit I could part with.
Hey, sounds great to me! I'm off to donate.
Posted by: Becca | April 27, 2008 at 10:53 PM
Great idea. I am in!
Posted by: gina | April 27, 2008 at 11:46 PM
Just sent a donation in... Thanks for reminding me to follow through...
Posted by: sprite | April 28, 2008 at 12:05 AM
Donated to unicef uk is that ok?
Posted by: ambermoggie | April 28, 2008 at 04:56 AM
Just donated to the American Cancer Society. This was the nudge I needed to make the donation! Thanks.
Posted by: BethC | April 28, 2008 at 09:40 AM
Fantastic idea - I'm off to donate.
Posted by: Shannon | April 28, 2008 at 09:47 AM
How's about Red Cross and the Lupus Foundation? I hope that works.
Posted by: Guinifer | April 28, 2008 at 10:47 AM
Great idea! I'm doing something similar to raise $$ for Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (see blog). I hope you get lots of responses since all those non-profits really do need our support. :)
Posted by: betzig | April 28, 2008 at 11:39 AM
Really great idea - I'm donating to Doctors without Borders
Posted by: Kate | April 28, 2008 at 11:59 AM
I donated to 4 Paws Sake. Sent you a copy of my receipt.
Thanks for doing this you're great!
Posted by: Ana | April 28, 2008 at 12:42 PM
You are so generous. Last time I denied the yarn but this time I'm feeling a bit greedy. Well, greedy and giving at the same time. We'll be giving to Heifer Intl, our charity of choice.
Posted by: Mama Urchin | April 28, 2008 at 03:59 PM
I would like to participate. Great idea!! How super generous of you.
Posted by: Trish | April 28, 2008 at 06:54 PM
I will be donating to Rolling Dog Ranch, I will send you my receipt!
smatchell
Posted by: smatchell | April 28, 2008 at 06:56 PM
wow what a great idea. i am off to donate right now!
Posted by: thuy | April 28, 2008 at 06:57 PM
I love this! I donated to the March of Dimes!
Posted by: Crystal | April 28, 2008 at 06:59 PM
I'm off to donate to unicef- will send the particulars in a minute! :) (great idea, btw)
Posted by: Ashley Wade | April 28, 2008 at 07:01 PM
This is a wonderful thing for you to do - I will be donating to Oxfam
Posted by: adrienne | April 28, 2008 at 07:03 PM
Great idea. I will be donating to Heifer International.
Posted by: Heather | April 28, 2008 at 07:08 PM
I'm in! I'll be donating to Second Harvest Heartland.
Posted by: KnittySara | April 28, 2008 at 07:10 PM
I'm in, just have to think of where I'd like to donate. And I do spin, roving is cool or yarn, whatever :)
Posted by: Joy Michelle | April 28, 2008 at 07:13 PM
Thanks so much for this super generous offer! I will be donating to my local Domestic Violence Shelter!
Posted by: Jennifer | April 28, 2008 at 07:13 PM
this is awesome! I'll be donating a bit...but i just bought 6lbs of llama...so sadly it won't be as much as i want (also a spinner so fiber is just as nice as yarn :)
Posted by: Jeanie | April 28, 2008 at 07:24 PM
Do you include Canadians as well????? If so, I would be interested!
Posted by: Deb | April 28, 2008 at 07:25 PM
I am off to make a Raveley donation and will send you an email.
Posted by: tori | April 28, 2008 at 07:26 PM
I'm in!
Posted by: Tevana | April 28, 2008 at 07:32 PM