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Giveaway: A Charity Guide for Knitters

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Enter to win a copy of this great charity knitting book

Congratulations to MaryAnn.

One of my knitting-related resolutions is to knit more for charity this year. In particular I’m interested in knitting for preemies, since my daughter was one, but in general I just want to be more generous with my knitting for all sorts of people (and animals) who might need it.

This first giveaway of 2016 will help a charity-minded knitter get started or continue on their giving journey. It’s a copy of Knit Along with Debbie Macomber: A Charity Guide for Knitters.

The book is a guide both to what to knit for charity and which charities to knit for, including 18 projects and 14 charities to choose from (the book is a few years old, though, and information may be outdated, so always check websites or call to determine current needs and where to send items).

In addition to the book, I will probably throw in a gift of yarn that could be used for charity knitting. But it’s a surprise, so you’ll just have to win to see what you get.

If you’d like a chance to win this one, leave a comment on this post before the end of the day Sunday, January 10. I’d love to know if you currently do any charity knitting and who you knit for, or if you’d like to start, what cause you’d like to contribute to.

Thanks for visiting, commenting and sharing, and good luck!

Comments

  2. I only started knitting last February and find it therapeutic. I currently do a lot of charity work but hadn’t considered that my knitting could also have a use for charity. I am not fond of making baby stuff, never having been a mother but I would love to knit for homeless or elderly people

  3. I’m not sure if my last reply was logged, so apologies if this is a duplicate. I started knitting last February and while I do a lot of charity work I’d not considered that my knitting could also be used in this way. I don’t like knitting for children, but I would love to help homeless or elderly people if I can.

  4. I have been knitting for about 55 years and have given away many items. But I’ve often thought about knitting for charity. I think it would be very satisfying to know that someone who needs what I’ve created would truly appreciate it and treasure it.

  5. I made washcloths for Haiti. I would love to have this book. Thank you for the chance!

  6. I’ve been making baby hats (newborn & small child-size) for a couple of the local hospitals. The next bag of 100 will be brought in next week. It’s fun to try new patterns & yarns & be creative. The best part, though, is seeing a little one wearing what you’ve made with love.

  7. I love to knit for others and recently found a great charity (Alice’s Embrace). This group knits prayer shawls and lap blankets for facilities who care for those with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Since I’m still a beginner, blankets and shawls are within my skills. I want to knit caps for those undergoing treatment for chemotherapy so I appreciate patterns for this purpose. Thanks!

  10. I am late to enter for the charity knitting book but I thought I would share my charity project. It is called Holy Sews and we make bereavement garments and donate them to hospitals, funeral homes, parents or wherever they are needed. They include tunics, a blanket, a wrap, teddy bear, knitted hats and sometimes little knitted booties. Also included is a Booklet for mom to record baby’s statics. They are given free of charge. These layettes are for babies 16-20 weeks gestation who pass on to the lord much too soon. We have a group of ladies who generously knit (or sometimes crochet) the needed hats and booties.
    I personally knit tiny booties and hats to donate to the NICU and when I get extra time I also donate cocoons to the NICU as well.
    Sheila Read. [email protected]

Have you read?

Vintage Bed Socks Knitting Pattern – A Cozy Little Gift Project With Old-Fashioned Charm

There is something wonderfully nostalgic about a pair of handmade bed socks, isn’t there? They are practical, pretty, and just the sort of project that feels like it belongs beside a cup of tea, a good film, and a basket of wool that is pretending not to be overflowing.

This vintage Bed Socks knitting pattern is one of those sweet little patterns that still feels useful today. Originally from the Jaeger Hand-Knit Series No. 44, the design features a simple garter-stitch foot, a ribbed cuff, eyelet holes, a crochet chain tie, and little tassel-style pom-poms at the front. The original pattern even describes them as “a very acceptable present,” and honestly, I don’t think much has changed there.

These would make a lovely handmade gift for someone who is always cold, someone recovering or resting, or anyone who appreciates a bit of old-fashioned comfort. They would also be beautiful as a Mother’s Day gift, a winter birthday present, a Christmas stocking filler, or a “just because you deserve cozy feet” project.

The pattern itself is delightfully simple in construction. The socks are knitted flat, beginning at the lower edge, with the foot worked in garter stitch before moving into the ribbed upper section. The decorative eyelet row allows for a crochet chain cord to be threaded through, and the finishing tassels give the socks that charming vintage look. The top edge is finished with a row of double crochet, which adds a neat handmade touch.

The original measurements list the socks as approximately 10½ inches from the top to the lower edge of the heel, with a 9¾ inch foot length, and the pattern notes that the size can be adapted. As with many vintage knitting patterns, modern knitters will want to check gauge carefully and choose a soft yarn that feels comfortable against the skin. A cozy wool blend, soft acrylic, or washable yarn would all work depending on whether you are making these for everyday use or as a special gift.

I especially love that this pattern has that “giftable” quality without being a massive project. It is small enough to feel achievable, but still special enough that the finished pair looks thoughtful. And let’s be honest, handmade socks with pom-poms are always going to beat a last-minute candle from the supermarket.

The PDF version has been cleaned up and formatted for easier reading while keeping the original vintage design intact. It also includes a modern pink mockup image and the original vintage scan, so you get both the historical charm and a fresh idea of how the finished socks could look today.

If you enjoy vintage knitting patterns, cozy handmade gifts, or quick projects that feel useful rather than just decorative, this sweet little bed socks pattern is a lovely one to add to your collection.

You can find the Vintage Bed Socks Knitting Pattern PDF in the CraftGossip Etsy store.

For supplies, this is also a nice stash-friendly project. A soft yarn from Mary Maxim or Amazon would work well, and if you make pom-poms regularly, a small pom-pom maker is one of those inexpensive tools that saves a surprising amount of fiddling.