CHRISTMAS is Coming!

Janice completed this stained glass window project that she started at the Village Patchers. This project was not for the faint hearted. She used a twin needle to stitch the black outline in place. Stunning.

Janice also had time to make these hanging pockets. when you put a reel of thread in them they change shape completely. The little cones, she saw on one of the craft programmes and improvised. These are made out of two quarter circle shapes. Very clever idea and would look great on the Christmas tree.

I'm sure that woman employs slave labour! Janice also had time to make 10 Beatson Bags. I got two lovely emails from McMillan Nurses at the Beatson thanking us for the syringe driver bags.

The lovely Fee had a finish this week. CAPTAIN AMERICA! She crocheted this for her friend.

I had time to play with my sewing machine! I had bought fat quarters at the quilt show to make some Baby Bunting for a friend who is expecting a little girl. The Christmas stocking was one of Janice's ideas and the fringing is from an IKEA fleece blanket.

May at the Village Patchers completed a Beatson Bag.

It is time for Linda's Shoe Box Appeal has had fun sourcing items for this box. We have supported this charity for a number of years but Linda has decided to call it a day. This will be her last year as a coordinator  because it takes up so much of her time, space in her home and the postage is expensive. It costs between £2.50 and £3 to post each box. To help cover the cost of postage I have given Linda a donation of £20 from our funds. Any cash donation towards the cost of postage will be very welcome.

Stephanie also had time to knit some squares for Lisa's charity for the sick kids. Elaine has volunteered to sew squares together to make the blankets.

Caroline had fun working on this star blanket for a friend's baby who decided to appear a wee bit too early. Mother and baby are doing well and the blanket is superb.

Donna created some more brooches and has just completed crocheting this scarf for herself. It has been worked in Lisa's yarn but has still to be blocked. The lace pattern is very delicate.

Christmas is definitely on its way! Caroline P was delighted to showcase her Christmas wreaths. I love these!

Patsy has really caught the quilting bug. This is the quilt she made for her sister's Christmas and below is a play mat that she sewed as a Christening present.

The Quilt on the right is one that Patsy made for a friends Silver Wedding. A Star is Born! fabulous quilts,

Christmas party is on Tuesday 1st December. Remember to bring  a present to the value of £5 for pass the parcel.

The group will donate £20 from funds for The Glasgow Fort charity event to fund a sensory room at Rose of Lima Primary.

We stop on 1st of December because it is always difficult parking at the Fort in the run up to Christmas.

The group will start up again on Tuesday 12th of January 2016.

Congratulations, Happy Hookers!

It is with great pride that I announce that the S & B fund raising group, The Happy Hookers, have reached the total of £2060 for the Beatson! This is more than double the target that they had hoped to achieve. A big well done to all concerned. it is a fitting tribute to Margaret and Yvonne's husband.

I sewed a couple of injection driver bags for the Beatson this week.

Elaine crocheted some squares for Lisa's charity make of blankets and woolly hats for the Sick Kids at Yorkhill (now based at the new Southern General) undergoing treatment for cancer etc.

Donna had some of this yarn left over from another project and crocheted two mini cowls as the weather was limping into autumn. I love these colours!

Morag has been busy knitting for her new great grandson. She has been trying to use up some of her stash with these three makes. This wee boy will be well turned out!

Kat has completed a second star blanket. in this one she has reversed the order of the colours. It is stunning!

Lyn has been working on this beautiful blanket using King Cole Melody DK. The colours are amazing!

Janice has knitted another Twiddle Muff. We took some along to the quilting group and kicked up a storm of interest. Everyone who handles one is taken by tactile nature of the muff. Maybe we should do one for ourselves and set aside for later. Just saying.

Stephanie prefers to knit than sew. This week she completed a little hooded jacket and hat for her box. This looks so cozy.

Elaine has asked that all deposits for Gartmore 2016 should be paid soon.

The charity makes that we are supporting just now are;-

Injection driver bags for the Beatson.
Knitted or crocheted Twiddle Muffs for dementia sufferers.
Yorkhill has asked for little cardigans, bigger sized hats for older children undergoing treatment and woolly blankets for these children because they feel the cold as a result of their treatment.
Now is the time to begin gathering up for The Shoe Box Charity. We support this each year and Linda will remind  us of what can be included shortly.

We have a large group with very different talents. Just do what you can. It will be appreciated.

Happy crafting!

Twinkle, twinkle, little STAR!

Phyllis had to plead with her darling grandson to be allowed to borrow the Captain America star blanket that she made especially for him. I can understand his reluctance to part with it. Fabulous!

 Granny Janice has also been busy completing the bunting for little Christopher. That's a lot of letters to sew on! You did a great job there, Janice. The little cardigan has been done in sparkle yarn and is for her box! It is a wee bit girly for Christopher.

Jemma is going to Edinburgh Uni in September and will be staying in the Halls of Residence there. This is her first patchwork creation and has been made to give her bedroom a homely feel. I love this. Well done, Jemma!

Audrey has just completed her degree and crocheted this Elise shawl in 3 ply yarn to celebrate. Go on spoil yourself, Audrey! Celebrate in style!

Fee is another of our talented ladies. She hooked this stunning c2c blanket for her friend's baby girl and then added the cheeky little monkey. so Cute!

Fee's Mum, Lyn, has knitted these little cardigans as a present for Fee's friend. The colours are rich and cozy. Hand knits always make a great present.

Yvonne enjoys making the pompom blankets. This beautiful blue and white combo was made for little Christopher. Louise was delighted with it.

Yvonne's Mum-in-law, Mary, has been visiting again from New Zealand. She started this wee all- in- one suit when she arrived and completed it in time to show on Tuesday night. Mary couldn't remember the name of the yarn but it is lovely and soft and very warm. Another great finish.

Elaine is still collecting 8inch squares for the Knitting for Nepal charity if you would like to participate.

Please remember that the weekly subscription is now £1. This pays for postage for charity makes, eats for social evenings, prizes for the lucky dip and many other activities.

If you would like to participate in the Beatson charity walk taking place in August please contact Caroline or Norma or Fiona. We have some official sponsor sheets if anyone would like one.

It is official! We will be meeting in the M & S Cafe at the Fort on the last Tuesday of each month. We will be there on Tuesday 28th of July.

I have started my RED project, Have you?

Happy crafting!