Holy Cow! The scarves are starting to come in. and I have to tell you, I like this pattern. I also get a little nostalgic when the “V” pattern and the first year’s 3-stripe pattern arrive. What’s really cool about Knit Your Bit right now: I’m starting to get some scarves from knitters who are reminding me that this is their third year participating. I can’t believe it’s been so long. I also love to get letters from “old friends.”
I *just* opened a box from the Humboldt Iowa Knitters and Crocheters. 87 squares! Thanks Ms Betty for organizing the group. They are just lovely! This means it’s time to rally my volunteers to help me start connecting squares. I’m tempted to put the knitters/crocheters who show up for the next Knit-in at the Museum (on Saturday, November 8 from 12-4 by the way) to work on this Knit Your Itty Bit project.
Also today I got a call from one of the VA Centers I recently sent a box of your scarves to. They loved them! In fact, they asked for more Veterans’ Day because they think the vets will really enjoy feeling thought of then. I agree! So if you have started your scarves, think about sending them this way soon so I can get them out. The holidays are also a great time so share, as all you generous crafters know, so keep on keeping on! It’s nice to see the program pick up again after the summer slowdown.
It's in the 80's today in Southern California and I can't wait to start a Knit Your Bit Scarf! I discovered this great website from the Lion Brand Yarn newsletter. Congratulations on a terrific ongoing projectfor our wonderful vets!
Posted by: Judith | October 24, 2008 at 05:52 PM
Hey i have justfound this site from lion brand and i think i might do it but i live in england so it will cost alot 2 weeks pocket money i think (by the way im only 13 and this will be about my 6th project) :)
Posted by: Ryan | October 29, 2008 at 07:29 PM
I just came across your site (thanks to Lion Brand yarn), and I have already started my scarf. I now live in Canada, but am an American from New Hampshire. What a wonderful program...and a great way to honor those who have made such a sacrifice for our country!!! Thank you!!!!!
Posted by: Sharon | November 05, 2008 at 12:26 PM
I found about about this project through the Creative Knitting newsletter and think it is such a great idea. As the granddaughter of a WWII Vet, I love this idea. I live in Baton Rouge and it is exciting to see so many people involved in this. The most wonderful part is that my grandmother knitted for the troops during the War and now I can do the same thing. While there would be no way of ever knowing, it is neat to think that I might make a scarf for the same solider she made a sweater for! Thank you so much for taking care of our true American heros and for providing a way to connect the past and present. Keep up the great work!
Posted by: Dawn | November 09, 2008 at 07:56 PM
I would like to know what size the squares are to be for blankets?
Posted by: April | November 23, 2008 at 08:47 AM