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Cozy Hats For Cozy Babies

February 11, 2013 by AllFreeCrochet 260 Comments

400X150AllFreeCrochet has a “tiny” announcement. We are teaming up with Bernat to sponsor a charity drive for the labor and delivery unit at Northwest Community Hospital.

 

Crocheting and knitting is a great way to put your talent to use, especially when it’s going to someone in need. Every year there are over 3,000 babies born at NCH and each baby goes home with a handmade crochet baby hat or knit hat. Whether the baby is preemie or full term, each baby gets a hat. It’s important to keep baby warm and healthy in their first adventure home! Baby hats are easy to make even for the beginner.

The charity drive will run from February 11 to March 11. Once you have completed your baby hat, you can ship it to the address listed below. You can make one hat or five hats; each hat is extremely appreciated. We will then hand-deliver your hats to Northwest Community Hospital. Before doing so, however, we will randomly select one (1) winner to be the recipient of a fabulous yarn prize package!

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Enter to win this amazing yarn prize package from Bernat by donating a baby hat to AllFreeCrochet’s Cozy Hats for Cozy Babies Hat Drive!

 

Included in the Prize Package is yarn to make TWO different baby blankets:

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*Bernat Baby Blanket:

  • 2 Balls Baby Green 03230
  • 3 Balls White 03005
  • 2 Balls Baby Yellow 03615

*Sheep(ish) by Vickie Howell:

  • 3 Balls Taupe(ish) 00011
  • 2 Balls White(ish) 00004
  • 1 ball Turquoise(ish) 00017

 

Enter to win this amazing yarn prize package, compliments of Bernat, by making a baby hat! Once your hat is complete, simply send it to us and we will take care of the rest!

When making your baby hat please follow these specifications:

  • 3-ply baby yarn or 3 ply sock and sweater yarn MUST be used
  • A size G hook MUST be used (if crocheting a hat)
  • Size 6 or 7 knitting needles MUST be used (if knitting a hat)
  • You can use any colors you wish, but NO yellow please. Yellow gives the appearance of jaundice.
  • Make your hat simple and fit for a newborn. Bows or poms can be included if you wish.
  • Hats must also come from a smoke free home.
  • Optional Knit Pattern
  • Optional Crochet Pattern
  • Baby Hat Patterns on AllFreeCrochet

Please ship your completed baby hats to:

Prime Publishing
AllFreeCrochet Baby Hat Drive
3400 Dundee Rd #220
Northbrook, IL 60062

Please help spread the word about this amazing opportunity to craft a homemade baby hat for those tiny babies to go home in.

Will you be making a baby hat?

If so, leave a comment below and tell us about it!

 

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Comments

  1. Joyce LaPrairie says

    February 11, 2013 at 9:20 am

    I have a few made already, simple and fast to make, and helps a cause. Why not!

    Reply
    • ellen says

      February 27, 2013 at 5:01 pm

      I have a lot made and will send them in!!

      Reply
  2. Jeannie Ferguson says

    February 11, 2013 at 11:31 am

    I’ll make at least one! 🙂

    Reply
  3. Debbie V says

    February 11, 2013 at 11:32 am

    Like Joyce, I already have some made. And can always make more. Cozy babies make happy babies.

    Reply
  4. Teri Watts says

    February 11, 2013 at 11:36 am

    I would love to do this 🙂

    Reply
  5. Teri Boots says

    February 11, 2013 at 11:37 am

    Will be making baby hats!!!

    Reply
  6. Laurie says

    February 11, 2013 at 11:39 am

    would love to help..i will get on it as soon as i can. :o)

    Reply
  7. Diane says

    February 11, 2013 at 11:43 am

    Count me in!

    Reply
  8. Culleen Mandigo says

    February 11, 2013 at 11:47 am

    yes, I will be making a baby hat (or 2 or 3). I’m currently working on some baby projects so doing this is easy.

    Reply
  9. Kriss says

    February 11, 2013 at 11:54 am

    I will for sure. Love crocheting for charity.

    Reply
  10. Judi Price says

    February 11, 2013 at 11:56 am

    just have to dig yarn out of the
    stash!

    Reply
  11. Sherry says

    February 11, 2013 at 12:09 pm

    I defiantly will make 1for sure if not more. Glad to help.

    Reply
  12. Traci Sumner says

    February 11, 2013 at 12:10 pm

    Yeah – guidance for the next project and I’ve got a lonely skein of mint green that can finally have a purpose! Count me in!

    Reply
  13. Janice Ball says

    February 11, 2013 at 12:10 pm

    Count me in!

    Reply
  14. Heidi says

    February 11, 2013 at 12:13 pm

    I wanted to send one of my hand spun alpaca/ angora baby hats but it has to be 3 ply baby yarn? Nothing softer than my yarn….can I send one?

    Reply
  15. Deborah Cook says

    February 11, 2013 at 12:20 pm

    I will definitely crochet a hat, probably more than one. I recently bought a bag of baby yarn at Goodwill, what a good use of that yarn

    Reply
  16. Betty Plemmons says

    February 11, 2013 at 12:30 pm

    Yes, I would love to help with this. Thank you for letting us know about this!!

    Reply
  17. Judy Nelson says

    February 11, 2013 at 12:44 pm

    Definitely will crochet at least one baby hat……love this idea!

    Reply
  18. Roxanne Cavin says

    February 11, 2013 at 12:47 pm

    I will definitely be making a few hats, this is such a good cause! Thank you!

    Reply
  19. Ruth Neill says

    February 11, 2013 at 12:51 pm

    Count me in as well. 🙂

    Reply
  20. Pat Collins says

    February 11, 2013 at 12:52 pm

    I am helping my neighbor make hats for the homless for her church. I think I can take time out to make a couple of baby hats. Very worthy cause.

    Reply
  21. christine says

    February 11, 2013 at 1:09 pm

    I’m so glad there are so many of you wanting to make hats, this is great!

    As for the materials used, they MUST meet the specifications listed above. 3 ply baby yarn must be used.

    Thanks, and we can’t wait to see the hats!

    Christine, Editorial Community Manager for AllFreeCrochet.com

    Reply
  22. kathy moore says

    February 11, 2013 at 1:16 pm

    I crochet for NEWBORNS in NEED.teh yarn will come in handy. i will be making several
    Kathy

    Reply
  23. Cathy K says

    February 11, 2013 at 1:36 pm

    I’ll try one knit & one crochet! It’s a great cause 🙂

    Reply
  24. Teresa Mechler says

    February 11, 2013 at 1:40 pm

    Have a few made and will send them as soon aa possible. Was looking for a charity and this is even better. A chance to win patterns and yarn. Thanks.

    Reply
  25. Evelyn Overman says

    February 11, 2013 at 1:48 pm

    I will be more than happy to make a hat for the cause. And to think I might win yarn… GREAT.
    Thank you for supporting this cause.

    Reply
  26. Linda says

    February 11, 2013 at 2:05 pm

    I will make some hats for this charity. I do already make hats for Jackson here in Miami so a few for you will be fun, and the babies look so cute in them.

    Reply
  27. Leslie Johnson says

    February 11, 2013 at 2:17 pm

    Yes, I will be making a hat. A group of co-workers and I did this a few years ago for hospitals in Appalachia. Crochet is so rewarding when you can give it away for such a wonderful cause.

    Reply
  28. Jen says

    February 11, 2013 at 2:30 pm

    U have a new pattern that u can’t wait to try

    Reply
  29. Judith Darby says

    February 11, 2013 at 2:35 pm

    Making a baby girl old fashion bonnet. also will make just plain beanies. Super excited…I love donating to causes…hugs and smiles

    Reply
  30. Pamela says

    February 11, 2013 at 2:54 pm

    I will make at least 1 hat! Hopefully more. What a wonderful project; thank you for letting us know aboout it!

    Pam

    Reply
  31. Joyce Gilder says

    February 11, 2013 at 3:06 pm

    I make plenty of baby afghans and I would love to make some baby hats. You can count on me.

    Reply
  32. denise tribble says

    February 11, 2013 at 3:25 pm

    I would be happy to help out, I crochet as a way to relax and calm my nerves, especially for a good cause.

    Reply
  33. Rhodora araneta says

    February 11, 2013 at 4:15 pm

    I’m in :-))

    Reply
  34. Lin Davis says

    February 11, 2013 at 4:19 pm

    Would love to help keep the babies warm.

    Reply
  35. evas_art_wrks says

    February 11, 2013 at 4:48 pm

    I will crochet as many as possible unfortunatly all i have is girly colors 🙁 will see if i hv some green and blue somewhere for boys as well cant wait to suprise u all with ma luv of making hats for newborn… my child was a preemie child and i had hard time with hats and nw i make hats for near by hospital as well buh i will share some with you as well and i m sure you will love them.. dont forget to visit ma page :https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Evas_Art_Wrks/490326754320748
    on facebook for more exiting things i do 🙂 creativity is ma wrld as well 😀

    Reply
  36. linda davis says

    February 11, 2013 at 4:54 pm

    I will do this.Is there a special pattern we need to use or is it our own pattern?please let me know Thank you.

    Reply
  37. MargieB says

    February 11, 2013 at 5:14 pm

    i’m going to make one!

    Reply
  38. Kimberly Kujawski says

    February 11, 2013 at 5:24 pm

    Are we allowed to make hats using knifty knitter looms??

    Reply
  39. Penny T. says

    February 11, 2013 at 5:53 pm

    On their way!!

    Reply
  40. Christina says

    February 11, 2013 at 5:54 pm

    That will be a new project

    Reply
  41. amy says

    February 11, 2013 at 7:31 pm

    What a good idea 🙂

    Reply
  42. Liz Hasler says

    February 11, 2013 at 7:37 pm

    I will be making hats to donate to a local hospital down here in Southwestern IL. I know that they have a need also.

    Reply
  43. Denice says

    February 11, 2013 at 9:13 pm

    Can someone please tell me a brand that is 3 ply baby yarn? I’ve been looking everywhere and all the baby yarn I’ve seen is 8 ply. thanks

    Reply
  44. Carly says

    February 11, 2013 at 9:41 pm

    I’ve been getting into making hats lately. This will be a great way to improve and share my skills! This is such an amazing idea.

    Reply
  45. Elaine says

    February 11, 2013 at 10:51 pm

    I’d love to do that.

    Reply
  46. alisapugh says

    February 12, 2013 at 1:48 am

    You can count me in!!! Ill make atleast a dozen if not more 🙂 i’ve been looking for something like this!

    Reply
  47. Dorothey says

    February 12, 2013 at 11:54 am

    I would really enjoy doing this. I cro so much and usually give it away, so this is what I want to be involved in.

    Reply
  48. Joy Sharpe says

    February 12, 2013 at 12:39 pm

    Already have plans to make baby hats to donate to CVMC in my county so one more for another hospital can’t hurt me. I can help someone’s baby though….

    Reply
  49. Sherry Wylie says

    February 12, 2013 at 12:56 pm

    I will be making a least one hat.

    Reply
  50. Corinne Schade says

    February 12, 2013 at 12:58 pm

    Sounds like a fun and worthwhile idea.
    Count me in, too.

    Reply
  51. Linda says

    February 12, 2013 at 1:06 pm

    Yes, I have been looking for somewhere to donate items I make. I love to have something to do. I will send you 1 or more

    Reply
  52. ruby gray says

    February 12, 2013 at 1:10 pm

    Yes.. I will, already have some on hand babies need hats… count me in… ruby

    Reply
  53. Jodie Wingert says

    February 12, 2013 at 1:15 pm

    I’ll begin one tomorrow. I have some mosiac yarn to work with. Should be fun.

    Reply
  54. Leesa says

    February 12, 2013 at 1:21 pm

    Count me in!! Great way to use up stash.

    Reply
  55. alma dominguez says

    February 12, 2013 at 1:28 pm

    I’M SO EXCITED. i’M GETTING STARTED TONITE. WHAT A WONDERFUL CAUSE

    Reply
  56. Estella Whitford says

    February 12, 2013 at 1:35 pm

    An awesome excuse to take a break and make a few snuggly hats for babies. Count me in 🙂

    Reply
  57. Terri L says

    February 12, 2013 at 1:51 pm

    I have a couple made already, preemie sized. I can make some larger ones too! Would love to donate them for this wonderful cause!

    Reply
  58. Joann McBeth says

    February 12, 2013 at 1:58 pm

    I have limited mobility and like to crochet. This is a great project to help with. Wlll start today.

    Reply
  59. Beverly says

    February 12, 2013 at 2:10 pm

    Love to crochet!

    Reply
  60. FranK says

    February 12, 2013 at 2:17 pm

    Have the pattern, have the yarn. This will be a free time project!

    Reply
  61. Pat Hansen says

    February 12, 2013 at 2:23 pm

    The only baby yarn I can find is in DK weight. I also have some sock yarn (size 1, fingering, but 4 ply). I can’t find anything anymore in only 3 ply. Does anyone else have this problem? What do we do here?

    Reply
  62. Lucy says

    February 12, 2013 at 2:27 pm

    Never made any hats but would like to make it for my great niece!

    Reply
  63. Jackie Roberts says

    February 12, 2013 at 2:27 pm

    I have a few made and will get them off. I also will make some more. Love to crochet for babies

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  64. cindy storrs says

    February 12, 2013 at 2:51 pm

    i will get some start

    Reply
  65. Ann says

    February 12, 2013 at 2:54 pm

    I already make hats to donate to Delaware HeadHuggers, but will certainly make a couple for this cause, since you are offering a prize of yarn I can use to make blankets to donate! Thanks.

    Reply
  66. Julie says

    February 12, 2013 at 3:02 pm

    Pat – just bought 3ply Loops & Threads
    yarn at Michaels

    Reply
  67. Kim Sherwood says

    February 12, 2013 at 3:46 pm

    I love to crochet for my family.I have 5 grown children & so far they have given me 6 beautiful grandchildren & another one on the way.I love making baby hats.

    Reply
  68. Selena says

    February 12, 2013 at 4:05 pm

    You’ve presented an avenue for me to do two things I love–crocheting and giving! I will donate at least one, but my goal is to do three.

    Reply
  69. Kals says

    February 12, 2013 at 4:15 pm

    Will be making one for newborn from my stash. Happy to make one.

    Reply
  70. Darlene Lehman says

    February 12, 2013 at 4:20 pm

    I will make one, hopefully it comes out alright. Hats are not my usual projects of choice (afghans are!) But, we shall see…

    Reply
  71. Paula Corman says

    February 12, 2013 at 4:44 pm

    I would love to share my baby hats to a cause….Thank you for sharing..

    Reply
  72. Sandy says

    February 12, 2013 at 4:45 pm

    Will make at least one. Probably more!!

    Reply
  73. Joann M. Fournier says

    February 12, 2013 at 4:52 pm

    I’ll be happy to make some baby hats and send them right out. I’m always making hats and mittens for my grand kids and the homeless in my home area. We all have to do what we can for others. Thank you for the opportunity to help.

    Joann M. Fournier

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  74. Kc says

    February 12, 2013 at 4:56 pm

    I will be sending you at least one if not more.

    Reply
  75. Robin Johnson says

    February 12, 2013 at 5:17 pm

    Would love to share with someone who will be able to use what I make. Is there any place in Ca. to send to as well?

    Reply
  76. Elaine benton says

    February 12, 2013 at 5:20 pm

    I will be happy to help. Have lots of yarn

    Reply
  77. Carole Colquehoun says

    February 12, 2013 at 5:22 pm

    I’ll be happy to knit and crochet as many as I can afford to mail. I think all infants need to have hats to keep their little heads warm.

    Reply
  78. Shannon miller says

    February 12, 2013 at 5:23 pm

    Never made a hat but am going to try this.

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  79. carol grant says

    February 12, 2013 at 5:28 pm

    Would love to help out. Getting needles out as we speak!

    Reply
  80. Sali Colburn says

    February 12, 2013 at 5:29 pm

    Can’t wait to send off some of the cute hats I have been able to do. I am retired and have time to do this and love it.

    Reply
  81. kathy dale says

    February 12, 2013 at 6:06 pm

    I will love to make some

    Reply
  82. Emily Dabio says

    February 12, 2013 at 6:17 pm

    I have hats made I will send soon. I have some premie hats.

    Reply
  83. Juanita Wise says

    February 12, 2013 at 6:44 pm

    keep those babies head safe and warm

    Reply
  84. Kals says

    February 12, 2013 at 6:55 pm

    bernat Light 3, b/c u said specifically

    Reply
  85. Nancy Lerohl says

    February 12, 2013 at 7:29 pm

    Just copied some new baby hat patterns and can’t wait to send you some new little hats. I already crochet for a local NIC unit here in MN and would love to contribute. Count me in 🙂

    Reply
  86. (Mrs.) Dale Leonard says

    February 12, 2013 at 7:50 pm

    I make baby hats for the NICU’s at two hospitals in Tallahassee. I’ll be happy to save a few for this wonderful project.

    Reply
  87. Mary Baxter says

    February 12, 2013 at 7:53 pm

    I have made many hats for adult chemo patients so for a change I’m looking forward to making some for the babies.

    Reply
  88. susan says

    February 12, 2013 at 9:01 pm

    If you can’t knit or crochet, a couple local Girl S Scouts have a how-to video to make baby hats from t-shirt sleeves. Great for the kids to do.

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  89. Donna says

    February 12, 2013 at 9:10 pm

    I will make some. I have always wanted to make something for a charity what better than to make baby hats. Those angels are gifts from Heaven and they deserve the best we can give them.

    Reply
  90. Yvonne Patalano says

    February 12, 2013 at 9:38 pm

    I have been making baby hats and afghans for babies since 1994 for the local hospital. Can they be made with multi-colors?

    Reply
  91. Bessie Blair says

    February 12, 2013 at 9:40 pm

    I will definitely crochet at least one baby hat, but probably several.

    Reply
  92. Judi says

    February 12, 2013 at 9:44 pm

    I would be honored to make hat for baby’s in need. And I would love to work with this yarn. Thank you for having this contest.

    Judi

    Reply
  93. Minerva says

    February 12, 2013 at 10:29 pm

    I just saw this message. I will try to make as many as I can from today to the end date. Thank you for the opportunity to contribute.

    Reply
  94. Pat Hansen says

    February 12, 2013 at 10:30 pm

    I just checked the Loops & Threads brand on Ravelry. The only baby yarn is Snuggly Wuggly Baby Sport, which is 8 ply. They do not carry a 3 ply. I did a search, and nothing came up for it. This is proving harder than we thought. It is possible to have 4 ply even in fingering weight yarn. Are you sure this has to be 3 ply, or just baby or fingering or sport weight?

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  95. Christine Wilkins says

    February 12, 2013 at 10:32 pm

    Without a doubt I’ll be making donations!

    Reply
  96. Fransien says

    February 13, 2013 at 12:06 am

    Baby hats are so cute, and so quick to make. I’ll definitely crochet a few. What a super project.

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  97. Rayna Cammack says

    February 13, 2013 at 12:10 am

    I’m so excited! Found a huge ball of Bernat baby yarn at the Goodwill yesterday. I was wondering what to do with it! Logged on and saw the contest, I believe this is a sign! LOL!

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  98. Jane Byrnes says

    February 13, 2013 at 12:52 am

    I belong to a group in Pittsburgh Pa. We have just finished 22 hats to donate to a hospital here, glad to see others are doing the same Thank You

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  99. Julieta says

    February 13, 2013 at 3:56 am

    I will make several, I will gladly donate the hats. I don’t care about the price, I just love babies and I think this idea is wonderfull.

    Reply
  100. Amanda Edgeworth says

    February 13, 2013 at 5:09 am

    My son and daughter in-law had their son premature, he was born on December 14 and due in the end of February to the beginning of March, at birth he weighed 2 pounds 3 ounces now weighs 4 pounds 11 ounces. I have been crocheting little for him and other babies at the prenatal ICU in Fresno California. I would love to try your pattern and send some hats their as well.

    Reply
  101. Goldie Pelton says

    February 13, 2013 at 5:35 am

    Definitely will be send a few.

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  102. Annie Mangelli says

    February 13, 2013 at 6:23 am

    What a wonderful cause. I enjoy making projects for others of all varieties and cant think of better way to share. Consider hats on the way!!

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  103. Gloria says

    February 13, 2013 at 7:34 am

    I have been making hats for more than 20 years. Each year I make at least 100 hats for homeless men, women, children and babies. I am going to make some for this organization also. I love doing it and will continue as long as I can. I am 75 year of age.

    Reply
  104. Debbie Williams says

    February 13, 2013 at 8:40 am

    I will absolutely make some. I am happy to help out.

    Reply
  105. Pearlie Archambault says

    February 13, 2013 at 9:21 am

    Is it ok to use the KniftyKnitter loom? If so, I can make a few…

    Reply
  106. Carole Ann Cook says

    February 13, 2013 at 9:26 am

    CAN’T WAIT TO BEGIN! BABY HATS COMING YOUR WAY!

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  107. Susan says

    February 13, 2013 at 10:51 am

    Excellent. I honestly have baby hats that I’ve made just sitting around the house! I love to make them but have no where for them to go. My question is, can I send them even if they are not baby yarn? I have several that are cotton, which is much nicer in the summer months.

    Reply
  108. Denice Hicks says

    February 13, 2013 at 11:34 am

    Still no one can advise what yarn they are using?? I’m in California and I don’t think I’ve ever seen 3ply yarn. Plus it has to be baby yarn. Please advise, I’d love to help out.

    Reply
  109. paula bartley says

    February 13, 2013 at 12:52 pm

    I love making new born hats! they will be on there way soon! glad to have a new project.

    Reply
  110. Cindy Andrews says

    February 13, 2013 at 12:53 pm

    Hats coming your way!

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  111. linda yosso says

    February 13, 2013 at 1:23 pm

    I’ll make at least one. Hopefully. more.

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  112. Jeanne M. Sprague says

    February 13, 2013 at 1:32 pm

    Would be happy to make a couple of hats for a good cause.

    Reply
  113. Mathilda Said says

    February 13, 2013 at 2:22 pm

    Will definitely make some. We are in the beautiful season of lent, prayers, fasting and almsgiving. What a perfect time to help. God bless

    Reply
  114. kathleen jones says

    February 13, 2013 at 2:37 pm

    I like to knit baby hats and for a good cause.

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  115. Catrinia says

    February 13, 2013 at 3:14 pm

    I would love too. Always up to help other and spread the warmth of love. I make hats all the time for friends and family. I’m so up for this.

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  116. karen childress says

    February 13, 2013 at 3:33 pm

    I will be making some. And will say a pray for each one as I put them in the box.

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  117. christine says

    February 13, 2013 at 4:05 pm

    I LOVE how enthusiastic everyone is!

    To answer some questions:

    3 ply baby yarn OR 3 ply sock and sweater yarn can be used. Babies are very sensitive which is why they have these specifications.

    Yes, the hats can be loom knitted as long as the size is appropriate for a newborn.

    Thanks and we can’t wait to see what you send in!

    Christine
    Editorial Community Manager, AllFreeCrochet

    Reply
  118. Rebecca LaGuardia says

    February 13, 2013 at 4:19 pm

    I will absolutely make baby hats! What a great way to give!

    Reply
  119. Diana H. De Vries says

    February 13, 2013 at 4:24 pm

    I will try one tomorrow and get it out as soon as possible Happ to help.

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  120. deborah medley says

    February 13, 2013 at 4:59 pm

    i wood like to be a part of crochet hat forbaby thank you debby

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  121. kimberly says

    February 13, 2013 at 5:55 pm

    I will definately b shipping some hats, will they b needed for both preemie n newborns

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  122. Pat Hansen says

    February 13, 2013 at 6:15 pm

    The problem is that very little yarn is 3 ply these days. It is all made differently. Even the name brand baby and thin yarns at DK or fingering yet have 4 to 8 ply yarn. I have checked Ravelry on these, and am ready to tear my hair out. I have sock yarn, but THAT is 4 ply, too! What do we do here?

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  123. Carole Salvas says

    February 13, 2013 at 6:56 pm

    I have been making baby blankets and hats for our local hospital. I would love to make some cozy hats for newborns. So count me in I’ll start ASAP.

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  124. Joyce E Spogis says

    February 13, 2013 at 7:20 pm

    I have been looking for a new charity to do this year and this is the perfect project at the perfect timing for me. You can count on a few from me, maybe more. Love to donate!

    Reply
  125. Kathleen says

    February 13, 2013 at 8:14 pm

    I can’ wait to get started. I’ve been wanting to do this for some time now. Now I have a real reason to get started. And I can continue making them now that I have some place to send them.
    Anything for Gods little blessings when they come into the world.

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  126. Leanne Crawford says

    February 13, 2013 at 8:22 pm

    I will be making five hats. I love to support good causes like this. Thank you for letting me have this opportunity to participate.

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  127. Sue Wood says

    February 13, 2013 at 9:51 pm

    will do one and try for more

    Reply
  128. Joyce Duemling says

    February 13, 2013 at 11:14 pm

    I think this is going to be a great fundraiser! I love babies! I will make some for them as your pattern I printed out looks super easy! ( I hope I can find 3-ply yarn) I will look for some tomarrow with all the people that responded I think it’s going to be alot of hats coming your way. Crochet mom

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  129. Patty says

    February 13, 2013 at 11:57 pm

    Curious, what MUST is only be 3ply? and what yarn is 3 ply? Am I just lost or would any baby weight work fine? I want to join but, I don’t have 3 ply

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  130. Frances C says

    February 14, 2013 at 1:24 am

    Hi Christine,
    I love making items for babies, so I will forward a bunch of caps to you. In addition, I will send the information to the members of my group Sisters Interacting Through Stitches, and collect their caps when we meet on 2/23/13.

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  131. Kandy Rose says

    February 14, 2013 at 2:36 am

    I will be happy to make some hats for the new born babies. It’s one way i can give back. Thank you for the opportunity
    to help.

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  132. Maureen Dreckman says

    February 14, 2013 at 5:34 am

    Count me in for some baby hats. Will do as many as have time for.

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  133. Betty says

    February 14, 2013 at 6:08 am

    Love to make hats. No hardship.
    A labor of love

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  134. Sharon says

    February 14, 2013 at 8:44 am

    Have been making hats and blankets for are local hospital’s neonatal unit. Would love to send you a few hats too.

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  135. SARA PUCINO says

    February 14, 2013 at 10:08 am

    What a great project; will share with our knitters group!

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  136. Jo Ann Zavala says

    February 14, 2013 at 10:23 am

    I found a baby yarn and made 1 hat but my goal will be 1 hat for every day. I will do my best. thank you

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  137. Doris says

    February 14, 2013 at 10:29 am

    I’m going to try my best to get some hats made

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  138. Jaitee Spencer-Partlow says

    February 14, 2013 at 10:49 am

    I already have some made up. I will be sending them out as soon as possible.

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  139. Kathleen says

    February 14, 2013 at 3:56 pm

    i have made some baby hats and happy to send them, thank you!

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  140. Mary Hildebrand says

    February 14, 2013 at 4:31 pm

    I will be glad to make some baby hats.
    It is my first time making them and today is a good day to start!

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  141. Brenda says

    February 14, 2013 at 6:38 pm

    Count me in. Will be sending soon.

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  142. Michelle Lester says

    February 14, 2013 at 6:43 pm

    I found Bernat Baby Yarn in 3 ply at my local WalMart, very inexpensive. It is the only 3 ply I have found and it is by Bernat!!! Since they are sponsoring, this makes sense. I have 4 hats made so far from the skein.

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  143. Pam ostrynski says

    February 14, 2013 at 7:54 pm

    Sending my hats your way!

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  144. Pam ostrynski says

    February 14, 2013 at 7:54 pm

    Love helping a good cause

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  145. Denice Hicks says

    February 14, 2013 at 9:26 pm

    Hi Michelle, was the yarn called Bernat Baby Sparkle? Per the email I received from Bernat, the only baby yarn that they carry that is 3ply is the Bernat Baby sparkle and I’ve never seen this at my local Walmart.

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  146. Pat Hansen says

    February 14, 2013 at 9:49 pm

    I checked Ravelry. The new baby yarn by Bernat is actually 4 ply fingering. You know, the way yarn is spun now, this type should be comparable to the old 3 ply. Maybe someone should check this out?

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  147. Shannon says

    February 14, 2013 at 9:51 pm

    Hey, I work at Rainbow Home and we have recently started a knitting klub. I am beginning teaching the Klub members how to use the knitting looms. I understand this is not part of the requirements however we are looking for places to donate the hats we are making. Rainbow Homes is non-profit supported living for adults with cognitive disAbalities.

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  148. Rayna Cammack says

    February 14, 2013 at 10:00 pm

    I also found Bernat 3ply baby yarn at my local Wal-mart. They had white and a pastel multi-colored yarn. I believe it was 6.98 for a big skein.:)

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  149. Michelle Lester says

    February 14, 2013 at 10:05 pm

    The first skein I bought is called Bernat Softee Baby, and I got another tonight that is Bernat Baby Sport. Both are 3 ply, the first is softer.

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  150. Pat Hansen says

    February 15, 2013 at 9:36 am

    There is a difference between the number of plies in the yarn (how many strands spun together) and the weight classification. The US has always gone by the weight classification. Where 4 represents worsted weight, 3 represents light worsted or DK, 2 represents sport or fine, 1 as superfine (sock), and 0 as lace weight. I am more and more of the opinion now that it is the WEIGHT of the yarn the hospital is considered about; 3 being just the right one for baby. Even Bernat has their baby yarns at this weight. This is probably what the hospital means, and what most type of yarn the donations will be made of.

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  151. Helen says

    February 15, 2013 at 10:07 am

    The specifications do not make sense.

    3-ply yarn is an old term for light weight baby yarn that would typically be knitted on size 0-3 needles.

    3 ply as a spinning term (number of plies in the construction of the yarn) is unclear – few manufactured yarns are constructed of three plies.

    Size 6 or 7 needles are too large for fingering yarn, and again, over specific. Perhaps a “knitted gauge of x stitches per inch” might be clearer.

    The combination of 3-ply yarn and size 6 or 7 needles would only make sense for lace shawls, not baby hats.

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  152. Karen Mokas says

    February 15, 2013 at 10:22 am

    I have a charity that I started about 6 years ago. I teach others to loom knit and crochet. We make hats and toys and I deliver them to Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus Ohio.
    I will opt out of this one as I make and give all of mine to NCH.

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  153. Linda says

    February 15, 2013 at 10:50 am

    I will make as many as I can. I was making hats for the homeless in my city but will make these baby hats for the next week. Then go back to homeless hats thanks for doing this for the babies.

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  154. Sone says

    February 15, 2013 at 2:03 pm

    Would absolutely love to!!!! Looking forward to it.

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  155. Ina Reichel says

    February 15, 2013 at 2:23 pm

    The specifications make no sense at all. If yarn is soft or not depends on a lot of things, least of all on they number of plies or the thickness. Fiber content would be much more important.

    Also it’s not really specified if 3-ply is meant as in thickness (which is a thin fingering weight) or as number of plies in the yarn.

    Requiring a specific hook or needle size makes no sense either. How are you going to check? Also, different people achieve different gauge using the same needle. A specific gauge might make more sense.

    Lastly the combination of a 3-ply (as in weight) yarn on size 6 or 7 needles for most knitters will result in netting, not in a fabric suitable for a hat.

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  156. Denice Hicks says

    February 15, 2013 at 3:14 pm

    I have to agree with Pat. I think the “3” is weight classification for the yarn, not how many plies. And size 3 would be perfect for baby hats. I’ve read comments that people are using Bernat yarns to make their hats but based on the email that I received from Bernat, the only yarn that they sell that is “3 ply” is Bernat Baby Sparkle yarn. No others. Since there is so much confusion on the type of yarn we can use on this sadly, I will opt out of this charity drive. If anyone knows of others, please let me know. I would love to donate my crocheting and knitting items for good causes. My email address is xxdenicexx@gmail.com. Thank you.

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  157. Terry McCarthy says

    February 15, 2013 at 3:34 pm

    Yes!!! I have hats and did not have any place to send them

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  158. knittingdancer on Ravelry says

    February 15, 2013 at 3:57 pm

    I got my yarn ready and will cast on tonight.

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  159. Gladys Lopez says

    February 15, 2013 at 4:00 pm

    Hello,yes i would like to be add if i can, i have two hats made,i will send them in soon as i can.Iwould love to do this.

    Signed:
    Gladys Lopez

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  160. Lucy says

    February 15, 2013 at 4:22 pm

    I’ve never tried to crochet little hats but I have 3 granddaughters who can’t see me idle.

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  161. patricia says

    February 15, 2013 at 4:58 pm

    I have started on my first hat and hope to crochet several within the month. Love crocheting for charity.

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  162. Alice Keeton says

    February 15, 2013 at 5:17 pm

    Would love to make some baby hats for the charity!

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  163. Joann says

    February 15, 2013 at 6:00 pm

    I’ve been crocheting baby hats for the neo-natal unit at local hospital for around 9 yrs. Will be sending at least 2 for this very worthy cause.

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  164. Terri says

    February 15, 2013 at 7:02 pm

    I will send one to help out. I know how hard it is to keep baby hat available in the hospitals. I am making them for the babies in Marshell, MI my daughter is an nurse there and they are always running out. More than willing to help and the extra yarn would be nice in making more for the hospital if I were lucky enough to win.

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  165. Betty Plemmons says

    February 15, 2013 at 8:07 pm

    Mailed my package today. You should receive them on Tuesday. What an honor it is to be able to help with this project. God Bless!!

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  166. Denise says

    February 15, 2013 at 10:31 pm

    Working on one now. As to discussions about yarn weight — In my yarn stash I found a Caron Sports Weight yarn that says 3-ply on the label. Its from nearly 25 years ago! Although the weight is right, it is made of Orlon acrylic — not the softest texture. Wouldn’t want to put it on an infant’s head. Hope the specifications will be clarified. These seem out of date.

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  167. Loving Stitcher says

    February 16, 2013 at 10:51 am

    I made the crochet pattern listed in a 3-ply lime green baby yarn using a G hook. Sending it out today.

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  168. Paula Monroe says

    February 16, 2013 at 12:48 pm

    Love making baby hats!

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  169. nadja says

    February 16, 2013 at 6:16 pm

    Never made hats before but going to try and get a few done!!

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  170. Shirley says

    February 16, 2013 at 9:20 pm

    Is this just for now or do you have this going on all along? Hope I can do one to send in time. Can’t crochet as fast as I use to, but will try.

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  171. Rita Wilks says

    February 17, 2013 at 11:18 am

    Yes, I will be making baby hats!!

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  172. Rita Wilks says

    February 17, 2013 at 11:19 am

    yes, i will be making baby hats.

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  173. Connie says

    February 17, 2013 at 3:07 pm

    I will be glad to make at least one hat. I have been looking for a way to pay it forward when someone kind made a hat which was placed on our little ones head. He was born premature and unfortunately did not make it. This grandma was broken hearted but the little hat made him looked just like a little angel,

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  174. Shirley Berntson says

    February 17, 2013 at 4:41 pm

    I have lots of baby yarn left from making multicolored items for grandchildren. Will make as many as I can in the time left.

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  175. Aurora says

    February 17, 2013 at 6:22 pm

    I have several small hats done already but they are 4 ply so I guess Ill keep looking for someone who wants them. Ill see if I can pick up some 3ply tomorrow and do one or two for you.

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  176. Elaine O says

    February 17, 2013 at 6:26 pm

    I’ll get one started tonight or tomorrow!

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  177. Michelle Lester says

    February 17, 2013 at 9:40 pm

    Both of the Bernat baby yarns I got are 3 strands/plys and rated a ‘3’ class. I unraveled the end to make sure before I bought them. They work up to perfect sized hats with a G hook. I’ve made several now. The Softee Baby is by far the softer of the two yarns but is is slippery and the threads separate around the hook making the going slower. I’m having fun.

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  178. Debra P says

    February 17, 2013 at 10:43 pm

    Will be sending you some hats this week!

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  179. Ann says

    February 18, 2013 at 8:40 pm

    100% YES! I’ll get busy tonight!

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  180. Linda Bartlett says

    February 18, 2013 at 8:57 pm

    Making hats now…This is exciting…

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  181. Sandy K says

    February 18, 2013 at 9:08 pm

    Count me in.

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  182. Judy Felvus says

    February 18, 2013 at 9:22 pm

    See what I can do

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  183. Stace Walker says

    February 18, 2013 at 9:30 pm

    If I can find some 3-ply yarn in my stash, then definitely!!

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  184. Aurora says

    February 18, 2013 at 9:46 pm

    3 ply is the number 3 on the label, right?

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  185. MARY MEACHUM says

    February 18, 2013 at 10:11 pm

    I’ve got 6 done so far and will be sending them off in the next day or two.

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  186. Michelle Lester says

    February 18, 2013 at 10:28 pm

    I have a question…..Is it one entry per hat, per envelope or per person?

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  187. Cleary Kipe says

    February 18, 2013 at 10:35 pm

    I will make some hats. Thank you for the chance to win also.
    Huggs,
    Cleary K.

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  188. Susi says

    February 19, 2013 at 10:41 am

    I will be honored to help.

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  189. carol williams says

    February 19, 2013 at 11:06 am

    I already make hats for Northwest Hospital, is this the same one in Seattle

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  190. Gigi Lee says

    February 19, 2013 at 11:21 am

    OK, I will give it a try. I think I have the correct yarn.

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  191. Magalie says

    February 19, 2013 at 11:23 am

    I will make a few.

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  192. Elizabeth Rogers says

    February 19, 2013 at 11:58 am

    I will start with one hat and see how it turns out.

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  193. Barb Scoggins says

    February 19, 2013 at 1:22 pm

    Three done so far, hope to do three more!

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  194. Mary says

    February 19, 2013 at 1:44 pm

    I have made baby items & donated them to the hosptal where my duaghter was born.I will gladly make some infant hats for this cause.

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  195. martha Eise says

    February 19, 2013 at 1:46 pm

    Starting to crochet one right now!!

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  196. Ellen Scott says

    February 19, 2013 at 1:59 pm

    I have already started the hat but the yarn is 100% cotton 4ply I Love This Yarn. Would this be acceptable?

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  197. JoAnn says

    February 19, 2013 at 2:09 pm

    Can you use verigated yarn with yellow in it?

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  198. C Collins says

    February 19, 2013 at 2:41 pm

    I too have a number already made and would love to send them. If you do a bootie one as well, just let me know, I have probably 30 pairs of them too.

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  199. martha stewart says

    February 19, 2013 at 3:02 pm

    I love to make hats and for a little bundle of joy that would be a pleasure. Count me in.
    Thanks

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  200. sharon mello says

    February 19, 2013 at 4:31 pm

    Already have some made! Will be sending them!

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  201. Frances Eileen says

    February 19, 2013 at 5:42 pm

    Bless You all! Count me in. 🙂

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  202. Marianne Janet Walton says

    February 20, 2013 at 3:09 pm

    I ALREADY HAVE 5 MADE:-):-)
    GONNA KEEP GOING TO THE POINT OF MAILING:-)I HAVE SO MUCH YARN AND I JUST STARTED CROCHETING A COUPLE MONTHS AGO AND THIS IS A GREAT CAUSE:-):-)

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  203. Cathy Milne says

    February 21, 2013 at 2:56 am

    Hello all,
    I re-blogged this on my blog: http://raggz2baggz.com and have had several views in the past few days. I have committed to a minimum of 10 hats.

    Come on over and see whats going on!
    Ta Ta for now, Cathy the Bagg Lady

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  204. Zoie watwood says

    February 21, 2013 at 11:46 am

    Dne! Made five!

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  205. Kimmie says

    February 21, 2013 at 12:07 pm

    I have 4 hats done and working on another!! I love making hats for babies!

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  206. Ann Rosine says

    February 22, 2013 at 12:16 am

    I just finished a huge crochet donation project for the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation at Pine Ridge S.D.
    I made about 75 crocheted hats and/or scarfs for babies to adult. They have 400 + kids in the Foster Care Program. I tossed in a few afghans too. So, now I’m in that crafter phase (done with that, what next)
    I will be sending one girl and one boy hat.

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  207. Evelyn San Diego says

    February 22, 2013 at 5:48 am

    Please count me in. I have one made, ready to mail. Will be doing more. Thanks!!

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  208. Marja-Leena Nieminen says

    February 22, 2013 at 9:17 am

    I will make 6 baby hats .

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  209. Marja-Leena Nieminen says

    February 22, 2013 at 9:31 am

    I will make 6 baby hats.

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  210. RUTH RYAN says

    February 22, 2013 at 1:58 pm

    I will make a hat maybe more, i have healthissues so depends on that factor on more but I will do at least one where do I send it?

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  211. Toni says

    February 22, 2013 at 3:08 pm

    SO far I have made 9 to send, working on more and will send them out in a few days.

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  212. meena says

    February 23, 2013 at 11:05 am

    When is the next charity drive?

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  213. Yvonne says

    February 23, 2013 at 1:18 pm

    I am in!!! Really excited to contribute to the cause 🙂

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  214. Mary Gokey says

    February 23, 2013 at 3:46 pm

    Just finished a hat for baby. It will be in the mail on Monday.

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  215. MESHELL says

    February 24, 2013 at 8:07 pm

    I am sending two tomorrow, thanks it was fun doing them today and I enjoyed the thought that some little person will find comfort in them.

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  216. Bobbie Davis says

    February 25, 2013 at 12:54 pm

    Starting on one today.

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  217. Granny Molly says

    February 25, 2013 at 7:50 pm

    Shipping 2 today, hoping for safe delivery. Will you still accept hats after the 11th of March?

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  218. Anabel Ortega says

    February 25, 2013 at 9:46 pm

    Need to check my yarns but yes I will make at least 2 and I will try to get my friend and daughter involved as well.

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  219. Anna Morgan says

    February 26, 2013 at 7:17 am

    I would love to make some hats. I will start tomorrow.

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  220. Laurie Robertson says

    February 26, 2013 at 8:17 pm

    Yes! Yes! Yes! I am starting tonight!

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  221. Doris Shultz says

    February 26, 2013 at 9:59 pm

    I have one made already that was from left over yarn from making a baby bunting. Will make a few more with other left over yarn. Great cause. Will they keep taking hats even after the March date?

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  222. Helen McGuire says

    February 27, 2013 at 7:44 am

    So excited about knitting these baby hats. It has been a long winter with not much to do.

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  223. Kim says

    February 27, 2013 at 7:56 am

    I’ll make at least one.

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  224. Elaine says

    February 27, 2013 at 4:08 pm

    Sending several in, no doubt. Starting on the way home (on the bus).

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  225. Heather says

    February 27, 2013 at 7:25 pm

    Will be making a few in the same yarn I used for a hat for my daughter (who is now 2 months). 🙂

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  226. Janice says

    February 27, 2013 at 8:08 pm

    Eight hats to be mailed in the next day or so! 🙂

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  227. Tricia says

    February 27, 2013 at 9:06 pm

    Love making baby hats easy to do and will do anything for charity. Have some hats made will be sending them shortly.

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  228. Elaine says

    February 28, 2013 at 3:42 am

    I wish I would have known about this earlier than two days ago. I’ve got one hat made, another started and hope to get at least a few more done before the March 11 deadline. I’m glad to help out!

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  229. Inell Kellum says

    February 28, 2013 at 7:04 am

    It would be a pleasure to make some hast for the babies

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  230. Inell Kellum says

    February 28, 2013 at 7:09 am

    I would love to crochet some baby hats

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  231. Inell Kellum says

    February 28, 2013 at 7:11 am

    I would love to crochet some baby hats

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  232. Nancy Lee Shipley says

    February 28, 2013 at 7:38 am

    This is a wonderful cause and I would be honored to make a couple baby hats. Thanks for the opportunity.

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  233. Carlee says

    February 28, 2013 at 10:11 am

    To: Christine, Editorial Community Manager, AllFreeCrochet
    With all the replies committed to making hats, what will you do with all of them? One place surely can’t use them all. I made scarves for the Special Olympics. Those folks discontinued the project because they had left-overs from the past three years taking up warehouse space. Why didn’t they give to homeless shelters, etc? They would never reply. What will you do if inundated with baby caps? I think it is a great project and would love to participate, but have reservations.

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  234. AllFreeCrochet says

    February 28, 2013 at 2:05 pm

    Hi Carlee,

    We’re so excited so many people are willing to make baby hats. With that said, the hospital delivers over 3,000 babies a year and we have received nowhere near that number. I am not concerned about getting too many baby hats. Our drive goes until March 11 and we will wait a week for the remaining hats to arrive. After that, you’re more than welcome to send them directly to the hospital as they are very grateful.

    If you want to make a baby hat (and this goes for everyone), the hat MUST use a soft baby yarn as babies are very sensitive.

    Thanks so much,

    Christine, Editorial Community Manager for AllFreeCrochet.com

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  235. Amanda says

    March 1, 2013 at 10:12 am

    Hi Christine, Editorial Community Manager, AllFreeCrochet,
    I read the knitting pattern and I think it could be improved a bit. For example, how many stitches to the inch are you looking for to get a hat that measures what circumference? Not everyone knows what circumference a baby hat should be. Also, a description of how to seam a hat would be helpful for beginners. Additional optional instructions on how to make pom poms and how to attach might be good as well. And finally a picture and/or diagram would do wonders. Just want to make sure you get the best hats from the most people possible! Thanks for organizing something local to Chicago; my stitching group is always looking for charitable projects.

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  236. Mary Gokey says

    March 1, 2013 at 6:45 pm

    Just put 2 hats in the mail. Hope they help.

    Mary

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  237. Marlene says

    March 2, 2013 at 8:58 am

    My Mom & I made 20+ hats for the premmies @ Madison Hospital….I believe this will become a tradition

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  238. Fran Feidner says

    March 3, 2013 at 4:33 pm

    I’lll gladly help out. I’ve been crocheting for charities for years to my local hospital. Baby items especially.

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  239. Doris Shultz says

    March 4, 2013 at 8:15 pm

    Have 4 hats, all different sizes, completed. Will get them off this weekend. Will this address accept hats after 3/11?

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  240. Sharman B says

    March 4, 2013 at 10:23 pm

    Made a few hats. Will be sending them off tomorrow. This is a wonderful thing you are doing. I’m sure the parents are very pleased to receive these hats.

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  241. Joyce says

    March 5, 2013 at 10:35 am

    I got so excited when I saw the website doing such a worthwhile project. I am on disability & am trying to keep busy on my good days with meaniful projects. I will be mailing out at least
    5 hats tomorrow. I would like to try to get a few more done to add to the shipment. If there
    are any other items hospitals need for babies, or any age I would be glad to help as much as I can. Years ago I worked in a Daycare, it was the best job of my life…..these precious lives gave me so many great days!
    March 5,2013

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  242. Dani says

    March 5, 2013 at 12:04 pm

    I’ve made 3 hats. will get them in the mail today! Thanks for the opportunaty

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  243. Vickie T. says

    March 6, 2013 at 3:10 am

    is it ok that i use 4ply 100% acrylic, Carson Simply Soft yarn or Red Heart 4 ply worsted yarn? Cause I recently interested in knitting baby hat for donation, but didn’t know much about which yarns to use.

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  244. Frances C says

    March 6, 2013 at 6:44 pm

    Hi Christine,

    I completed 25 hats, collected one from a friend, and today I mailed them to the listed address. Now, I can return to making lap blankets for oncology patients and vets.

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  245. linda may says

    March 6, 2013 at 7:25 pm

    I will make a hat and send it in.

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  246. Elma Senior Center,Elma WA says

    March 6, 2013 at 7:41 pm

    The seniors at the Elma Senior Center
    have been working hard on their Tuesday
    Craft Night to make as many baby hats
    as they can. We will miss the deadline because
    we don’t meet again until next Tuesday but will
    send them anyway, hope you can wait to distribute
    them with the rest of those sent in. We will be shipping
    them on Wednesday.

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  247. Gail says

    March 7, 2013 at 9:05 pm

    Have completed several caps and will be mailing tomorrow. Such a great opportunity to share my God given talent of knitting and crocheting..Thanks for providing this venue.

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  248. Cassie Kidd says

    March 8, 2013 at 7:48 am

    Hi can the hats be postmarked by the 11th or do u have to receive them by then? Thank u

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  249. Sandy Rhodes says

    March 8, 2013 at 11:37 am

    I am sending one off to you today Sorry I did not know sooner. If you do this again Please let me know. Have a great day & thanks for what you do.

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  250. Noreen Monroe says

    March 8, 2013 at 12:21 pm

    Sending out several hats today. Hope you can use them.

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  251. Vicki Rians says

    March 8, 2013 at 4:22 pm

    I think this is a wonderful idea and it is so simple so why not? I pray for all these babies.

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  252. Patty W. says

    March 8, 2013 at 6:37 pm

    10 + hats are on the way…it has been a productive winter! I am blessed to have the chance to share my gift with these little angels!

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  253. Anabel Ortega says

    March 11, 2013 at 12:33 pm

    I have 12 baby hats to donate for your cause. We are all excited but didn’t make as many as I wanted to. Could you please em me the next time so that I can have enough time to make as many as I set my goal for. I got my friend and daughter involve and my daughter even learn how to use the knitting loom just for this event. I will be mailing them out to you today because I didn’t have the address and your website was out all weekend.
    Sincerely;
    Anabel

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  254. Elaine says

    March 11, 2013 at 1:17 pm

    I finished my 10th infant cap last night; will be mailing them today. It looks like you had a fantastic response on this!

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  255. Vickie T. says

    March 11, 2013 at 1:43 pm

    does it have to be 3ply yarn? I have 4ply worsted yarns only. By the way, please let me know if you have something like this again. I would love to do for charity but now it is too late to send hats in.
    thanks!

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  256. Penny Powell says

    March 12, 2013 at 10:39 pm

    I am expecting my 1st grand daughter in June so I would knit her a blanket!

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  257. ELAINE T (ET CROCHETS) says

    March 13, 2013 at 11:22 pm

    I mailed 15 baby caps today that are expected to arrive on Friday. This was a fun project to work on. I usually don’t work with sport weight yarn but was able to find some Bernat Softee Baby yarn on sale in 3 different colors – soft lilac, pink marl and prince pebbles (a white, lime, gray and aqua ombre). I needed to modify the pattern that I used so the caps would be the correct size for a preemie or newborn baby. After I made the adjustments to the pattern, it was no problem working up 5 caps in each of the 3 yarn colors that I purchased. I received a lot of compliments from friends when I showed them the completed caps. I am sure the people who receive them will appreciate the hand made needle crafts.

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