The 2008 Deadline Is Upon Us
The September 15 deadline for our 2008 shipment - our very first shipment! - is upon us and although we have been a quiet little organisation this year, we are really happy with what has been achieved.
Our goal for this first year of operation was small: We were hoping for 200 items. So far we have received 189, and I have a few projects left to finish so we might just get there. 
But in all seriousness, thank you so much to everyone who has contributed. It has been wonderful to see all your beautiful handiwork and also to receive such warm support.
If anyone has a late shipment on the way, drop us a line via our contact form to let us know as we have a little lead time between the deadline and the shipment date to enable us to package everything. That way, I might be able to hold off on the packaging tape until it arrives. If I can’t, any late deliveries will be stored for 2009.
We will keep you all abreast of the progress of the shipment and Save The Children have said that they will send us some photos of what happens at their end, which is obviously something we are looking forward to.
Besides the great necessity for warm clothing, many of those who will receive these items have never had a brand new garment of their own. We hope that it is something special for them, which will bring a smile to their faces. I know for me, it has been a privilege to see all the work everyone has put in to their contributions.
Pictured below are a random few of the lovely pieces we have been sent. Unfortunately, because some of the parcels arrived from groups of knitters I have been unable to credit each item to their maker so if your work is pictured and you would like your name published (with a link to your blog/website, if you have one), again, please drop us a line via our contact form.
But without any further ado…
Again, a huge thank you for your support and, looking forward, here’s to an even greater year in 2009!
Now, I have some packing to do…
Comments
HI,
I guess that I’ve probably missed this year’s deadline but I really wanted to finish the jumper I was knitting to go with hat and mittens of the same wool.
Anyway I’m sending off my parcel to you tomorrow. I’ve enjoyed having some ‘real knitting’ to do this winter and will certainly be continuing to knit for you for next year. I have a few boxes of wool with your name on them!:}
Please email me when the package arrives.
Regards
Nancy Dance
Aren’t they all wonderful?! I think it’s a good start for a first year and I’m sure we’ll exceed it by a big margin next year.