Crafting Change believes in a world where crafters feel inspired and empowered to make a difference in the world around them.  Our mission is to provide a collection of projects through trustworthy organizations. Together we will make high-quality items that bring joy, comfort, and support to those in need. Here you will find all of our supporting resources and patterns for our special projects. This page is dedicated to our charity partner Planned Parenthood. Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains 01 Read about our partner charity and see the items we are crafting 02 Read the Project Must-Knows 03 Pick a pattern from our approved or suggested pattern collection 04 Shipping address, print a care slip & tally your donation this is how it works About Rocky Mountain Planned Parenthood has been a 501c3 nonprofit organization since 1978. They serve people in 3 states: Colorado, New Mexico and Las Vegas, NV. Planned Parenthood empowers individuals and families in the communities they serve to make informed choices regarding their health and wellness. They see a future where all people have equitable opportunity to experience health and wellness including high-quality sexual and reproductive health care provided with respect and without judgement. what are we crafting? We have met their current needs! This is a long-term project, we will update here when they need us to ship again! project must-knows We have been asked to help Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains with several items in assistance of patient care. First, we were asked if there is a reusable solution for patient care bags that would offer some happiness, dignity and discretion for patients leaving clinic with medication and materials and resources after medical appointments. Second, The Pocket Heart Hugs will be added to their resource pack given to patients with after their appointments. Prior to distribution, our laminated poem will be added to the Heart Hug by Martha. Third, patients are advised to use a heating pad after certain appointments to help with cramping. Many patients can't afford this. However a rice heating pad made out of flannel holds it's heat for up to an hour! For this partner Fabrics to Avoid: Pastels. Baby Prints Political & Religious fabric Fabrics with words like mommy/daddy/family/Grandma, et. Drugs/Alcohol/Bad Words/Inappropriate Images Outdated/Old-fashioned prints 1) Tote Bags- Any pattern, any style. Lined or unlined. Quilting Cotton, cotton/poly blends, Lightweight Canvas or denim (no upholstery fabric for this partner please). Sized between 16"x16" and 18"x18" Bright and cheerful fabrics like Superheroes, Florals, batiks in bright colors or denim jeans totes. Follow above rules on fabrics to avoid 2) Pocket Heart Hugs - Bright and cheerful Heart Hugs bring comfort. We are only using hearts, no religious emblems allowed. 3) Rice Bag Heating Pads - Use cotton thread Leave opening to fill them Ship empty Follow rules for fabrics to avoid suggested patterns Tote Bags Pocket Hugs Heating Pads Must Knows Patterns tote bags tote bags Fashion Crafting Change Easy Tote Our modification of the Green Bag Lady tote provides finished seams and option for longer handles. Serge or Sew! PATTERN Fashion Crafting Change Super Tote Video Video Tutorial for this easy tote that uses heavier weight fabric. PATTERN Fashion Earth Day Jean Tote Easy reusable tote up-cycled from an old pair of jeans PATTERN Fashion Happy Scrappy Tote Bag & Backpack Zoom Room recording on how to make the scrappy tote bag and denim drawstring backpack. PATTERN Fashion Two-Tone Fabric Tote Cute two toned fabric totes made two ways PATTERN Fashion Crafting Change Easy Tote Video Tutorial Video tutorial for our modification of the Green Bag Lady tote provides finished seams and option for longer handles. Serge or Sew! PATTERN Fashion Crafting Change Taco Tote This cute easy to sew tote bag is designed after the popular Burrito Pillowcase. PATTERN Fashion Easy Canvas Tote Bag with Pocket Super easy tote bag made from a canvas painting tarp! PATTERN Fashion Martha's Quick & Easy Two-Toned Lined Tote This is a fast and simple way to make a lined 2 toned tote with french seams PATTERN Fashion Crafting Change Super Tote Easy tote using heavier weight fabrics. PATTERN Fashion DIY Tote-Beginner Basic lined beginner friendly tote bag PATTERN Fashion Green Bag Lady Bag This unlined tote bag sews up super fast! PATTERN Fashion Scrappy Taco Tote Make our Taco Tote using scraps from your previous taco totes or other projects! PATTERN pocket heart hugs pocket hugs Sew Hourglass Heart Hug This hourglass heart hug will make 2 each time you sew it up! PATTERN Tags Heart Hug Poem This poem can be printed, laminated and attached to heart hugs for our charity partners. PATTERN Sew Heart Shaped Heart Hug Template The heart shaped template for the heart shaped heart hug PATTERN Sew Crafting Change Pocket Heart Hug Easy to craft pocket heart hugs for a non-religious PATTERN Sew Heart Shaped Heart Hug Video Tutorial Beautiful Heart shaped heart hugs quilted, decorative stitched and thoughtfully done. PATTERN Sew Video Tutorial Pocket Prayer Quilts Video Step by Step on how to construct our Pocket Prayer Quilt PATTERN heating pad rice bag heating pads Sew Rice Bag Heating Pad Instructions Written instructions and overview for rice bag heating pad PATTERN Sew Rice Bag Heating Pad Video Tutorial Video Tutorial for Rice Bag Heating Pad PATTERN shipping guidelines Shipping These donations are going to be distributed to various locations throughout the region PPRM serves. Martha R. is organizing donations for PPRM and prepping the rice bag heating pads and tagging your heart hugs. All donations are being sent to her. For privacy reasons, we are not publishing her address. Please tally when your box is ready to ship . After you tally, email martha@craftingchange.org and she will send you her shipping address! Thank you! If you have sent to Martha previously, her address has not changed. However, we ask that you still notify her when a package is on the way. 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Crafting Change believes in a world where crafters feel inspired and empowered to make a difference in the world around them.  Our mission is to provide a collection of projects through trustworthy organizations. Together we will make high-quality items that bring joy, comfort, and support to those in need. Here you will find all of our supporting resources and patterns for our special projects. Mental Health Resource Center 01 Read about our partner charity and see the items we are crafting 02 Read the Project Must-Knows 03 Pick a pattern from our approved or suggested pattern collection 04 Shipping address, print a care slip & tally your donation this is how it works About Mental Health Resource Center provides a wide range of behavioral health services for adults, adolescents, children and families. During 2020, MHRC provided services to more than 10,000 people. MHRC is a 501(c)3 nonprofit corporation based in Florida that provides a wide range of behavioral health and social services to the community. Included in MHRC’s service array are 24-hour emergency services; inpatient psychiatric services for children, adolescents and adults; and numerous outpatient services, including medication management, case management, counseling, supported housing, psychosocial rehabilitation, two programs for the homeless, and a therapeutic family program. what are we crafting? Item Requested Craft Type Quantity Requested Quantity Still Needed Backpacks (Adults) Sew 100 78 Bags (Adults) Sew 150 115 Bags (Kids) Sew 150 94 Blankets (Adults) Sew 100 99 Blankets (Kids & Teen) Sew 100 77 Fiddlers Sew 150 109 project must-knows MHRC Admission Statistics Adults: Approximately 200 per month Children: Approximately 90 per month How We Are Helping Fiddlers These are small, hand-held pillows with a small item placed inside. They are used during inpatient therapy sessions to help children engage and participate more effectively. Blankets We create sewn blankets for both children and adults in the inpatient units. These blankets offer comfort to children dealing with mental health issues away from their families or foster homes, and serve as incentives for cooperation and participation. For adults, the blankets provide comfort during their stay. Note: Only sewn blankets are permitted; knit or crochet items are not allowed. Tote Bags & Backpacks Tote Bags: Provided to adults and children upon discharge from inpatient care, offering a dignified way to carry their belongings. Backpacks: Given to adults in the street outreach outpatient program after they attend three appointments, these bags offer long-term utility and dignit y. Warm Winter Items (Seasonal: November - February) For Adults who are unsheltered as part of their outreach program Hats, earwarmers/headbands, scarves, and gloves/mittens (full or fingerless). Material Requirements: Adult items: Fleece, flannel, or yarn. Must Knows suggested patterns Fiddlers Blankets Bags & Backpacks Winter - Fleece Winter - Yarn Patterns fiddlers Sew Crafting Change Fiddlers These little pillows will help kids in therapy focus their attention. PATTERN fiddler BLANKETS blankets Sew Project Overview Sheet Project Overview Sheet for Lapghans & Blankets for MHRC Pattern Sew Self Binding Blankets Simple technique for a beautiful blanket Pattern Sew Binding A Blanket with Martha Richmond How to bind a blanket with Martha from Crafting Change Pattern Sew Receiving Blanket Tutorial This technique is stellar, you will need to modify the blanket size for this project. Pattern Sew Quilt As You Go This quilt as you go method just needs some strips! Pattern totes and backpacks Sew Crafting Change Easy Tote Our modification of the Green Bag Lady tote provides finished seams and option for longer handles. Serge or Sew! Patttern Sew Crafting Change Super Tote Video Video Tutorial for this easy tote that uses heavier weight fabric. Patttern Sew DIY Tote-Beginner Basic lined beginner friendly tote bag Patttern Sew Green Bag Lady Bag This unlined tote bag sews up super fast! Patttern Sew Crafting Change Easy Tote Video Tutorial Video tutorial for our modification of the Green Bag Lady tote provides finished seams and option for longer handles. Serge or Sew! Patttern Sew Crafting Change Taco Tote This cute easy to sew tote bag is designed after the popular Burrito Pillowcase. Patttern Sew Earth Day Jean Tote Easy reusable tote up-cycled from an old pair of jeans Patttern Sew Happy Scrappy Tote Bag & Backpack Zoom Room recording on how to make the scrappy tote bag and denim drawstring backpack. Patttern Sew Crafting Change Super Tote Easy tote using heavier weight fabrics. Patttern Sew DIY Simple Jean Tote Video tutorial for simple jean tote bag Patttern Sew Easy Canvas Tote Bag with Pocket Super easy tote bag made from a canvas painting tarp! Patttern Sew How To Make Straps Simple technique to make straps for drawstring backpack Patttern BAGS Sew Unlined Drawstring Backpack Video Tutorial and Pattern for the unlined drawstring backpack PATTERN Sew Adult Drawstring Backpack Quick Class Adult Drawstring Backpack Quick Video with Kathy Lawrence PATTERN Sew Adult Drawstring Backpack Project Overview Project Overview Sheet & PATTERN for ADULT drawstring backpack PATTERN winter fleece Sew Fleece Ear Warmer Headband Simple fleece ear warmer headband modified from original pattern to hide the back seam to make it more comfortable for the wearer! PATTERN Sew Ear Warmer with Contrasting Binding Modification of original pattern to add this cute contrasting binding and hidden back seam! PATTERN Sew Quick Sew Video Tutorial For Fleece Fingerless Gloves Quick Sew Video Tutorial For Fleece Fingerless Gloves PATTERN Sew Easy Fleece Mittens by Charmed by Ashley Super easy single layer fleece mitten pattern in adult sizes PATTERN Sew Easy Fleece Hat Pattern Easy sewn fleece hat pattern PATTERN Sew Making Balaclavas for Kids or Adults Super warm winter item that fully covers the head! PATTERN Sew Fleece Hat with Flaps Video Video Tutorial for the fleece hat with flap pattern PATTERN Sew DIY Infinity Scarf An amazingly easy tutorial to cut 2 infinity scarves out of 2 yards of flannel! PATTERN Sew Tips & Tricks for Working with Fleece Watch this if you are new to working with fleece or looking for great tips or tricks to make it easier! PATTERN Sew Fleece Ear Warmer with Bow Styling Super easy headband with a bow detail PATTERN Sew Fleece Headband with Front Knot Easy fleece headband with cute knot up front! PATTERN Sew Easy Fleece Mittens by Charmed by Ashley Video Easy single layer Adult fleece mittens video tutorial PATTERN Sew Fleece Mitten Pattern Tutorial (link to download FREE pattern on this page). Super easy to follow tutorial! SIngle layer adult. PATTERN Sew Fleece 2 Layer Hat Simple 2 layer fleece hat that is reversible for all ages. PATTERN Sew Fleece Hat This easy fleece hat takes just minutes! PATTERN Sew Easy Fleece Hat Video Tutorial Video tutorial for Easy Fleece hat pattern PATTERN Tags Crafting Change Care Tags (Avery) This specially designed care tag will let recipients know what your item is made from and how to take care of it. Print on Avery Perforated Business Cards. PATTERN Sew Fleece Ear Warmer Super simple Ear Warmer, link includes a You Tube video as well as tutorial. PATTERN Sew Mad Cap Hats Best Fingerless Gloves Ever (Fleece) Easy, warm and fun to wear pattern from Mad Cap Hats, Link to .pdf in description of Video PATTERN Sew Fleece 2 Layer Mittens Nice, thick and warm, easy to sew. PATTERN Sew Easy Fleece Mittens for Kids by DIY Crush Multiple sizes, single layer. Pattern Templates can be downloaded in this link! PATTERN Sew Fleece Hat with Flaps Fleece Hat with Flaps pattern PATTERN Sew Fleece Hat With Earflaps Written pattern and YouTube tutorial for a fun fleece hat with earflaps. PATTERN Sew Fleece Neck Gaiter (not a mask) A cozy neck warming tube for any charity requesting a scarf or neck warming device! PATTERN Sew Warm Winter Wear Class Zoom Room Video Kathy Lawrence Zoom Room Class recorded unedited video of winter wear class PATTERN winter yarn Crochet Suzette Stich Ear Warmer This beginner friendly pattern uses only single crochet and double crochet stitches. Includes multiple sizing options and video tutorial. PATTERN Crochet Gender Neutral Ear Warmer This easy to make tube is great for men or a nice gender neutral choice! PATTERN Knit Basic Plain Gloves simple, easy glove pattern for anyone PATTERN Knit Fast & Easy Fingerless Mitts This easy peasy pattern will yield a lovely pair of fingerless mitts in very little time. PATTERN Crochet Super Simple FIngerless Mitts Crocheted in the round, an easy fingerless mitt pattern. PATTERN Knit Mrs. Murdock's Mittens Fun easy mitten pattern for children PATTERN Crochet The CC Beanie This popular beanie is trendy, warm and easy to knit. PATTERN Knit Warp Speed Hat by STASH One hat fits most adults, super fast and easy. Basic ribbing, worked in the round and simple decrease! PATTERN Knit Nice & Knit Beanie Stylish, easy beanie PATTERN Knit Easiest Knit Hat Ever Easy knit unisex hat for any size. Our #1 preferred hat style. Also visit the You Tube Tutorial here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-OYMix6bPI PATTERN Knit How To Knit A Hat For Beginners Great Video Tutorial for beginners! PATTERN Crochet Caron Beginner Beanie This basic beginner beanie is fast and easy for any crocheter! PATTERN Crochet Ribbed Beanie Hat by Melody Crochet Video Tutorial How to crochet a beanie with a ribbed brim PATTERN Knit Skyping All Purpose Beanie This gender neutral option can be made in a variety of sizes. PATTERN Crochet Double Fringe Neck Cowl A super easy and fast, stylish cowl PATTERN Knit Straightforward Cowl Super easy pattern for beginners. Can knit it with your favorite stitch pattern (knit/purl, cables) on the center stitches instead of garter stitch. PATTERN Crochet Amplitude Scarf Knit the Rainbow designer donated pattern! Vertical stripes on a fun and easy scarf with a thick fringe. PATTERN Knit Knit Ear Warmer An easy, beginner project of a basic ear warmer written by Robyn Peters. PATTERN Crochet Thick & Quick Twisted Headband by KAME Crochet Easy for beginners and works up in about 30 minutes. PATTERN Knit Topless Mittens Knit The Rainbow Designer pattern. These fingerless mittens make a quick and low-cost project. PATTERN Knit Cozy Thermal Mitts Textured mitts with an easy to follow pattern PATTERN Knit Simple Textured Mitts (2 Ways) Versatile unisex mittens in a variety of sizes PATTERN Crochet Hands Full Crochet Mittens Beginner easy crochet pattern PATTERN Knit Sunflower Hat Beautiful knit hat in the colors of Ukraine with their national flower PATTERN Crochet Basic Crochet Hat This simple crochet pattern is sure to please your tweens, teens or adult friends who receive it! PATTERN Crochet Basic Hat with Earflap Option Children's hat with optional earflap! PATTERN Knit Traditional Ear Flap Hat An easy ear flap hat PATTERN Crochet Simple Crochet Hat Easy crochet hat for kids with a pompom PATTERN Knit Garter Ear Flap Hat For the adventurous knitter ready to take on a challenge, look at this ear flap pattern in 5 sizes! PATTERN Knit Basic Beginner Hats for the Family Basic hat in 6 sizes! PATTERN Crochet Easiest Crochet Hat Ever Easy unisex for all sizes. This is our preferred crochet hat. It has good stretch, is warm and versatile. PATTERN Knit Neck Thingum This unisex, cozy tube helps fight off the bitter elements. PATTERN Crochet Undulating Cowl Knit The Rainbow Designer donated pattern! This more challenging pattern is good practice at increasing and decreasing stitches! PATTERN Crochet Lion Brand Homespun Fabia Cowl This beginner project is worked back and forth in rows, then sewn together to make a ring. PATTERN Crochet Lion Brand Ribbed Headband Easy ribbed gender neutral headband. PATTERN Crochet Ear Warmers 3 Ways This basic ear warmer pattern has 3 unique finishing techniques! PATTERN Crochet Crafting Change Wristers Easy wristers by Melanie Shovelski done in a rectangle and seamed up the side. PATTERN Crochet Super Simple Fingerless Gloves Quick, easy fun to make with endless color combinations. PATTERN Knit The World's Simplest Mittens Quick and easy mittens to knit up! Beginner friendly. PATTERN Crochet Chunky Crochet Beanie This easy, chunky hat will keep teens toasty this winter! PATTERN Crochet Classic Ribbed Beanie This easy pattern for beginners is a classic ribbed beanie for everyone! PATTERN Knit How I Knit The CC Beanie Great version of the classic CC beanie PATTERN Crochet Basic Hat with a Brim Basic Hat in the round with a brim. PATTERN Crochet Slouchy Beanie Easy slouchy beanie for kids and adults PATTERN Crochet Give It A Whirl Beanie The swirling ridges of this hat will take you just a few hours to complete! PATTERN Crochet Caron Slouchy Beanie A slouch beanie is fun and oh so comfortable! Teens love its casual style to stay warm on cold winter days. PATTERN Knitting Machine Make a 2 Layer Hat on the Addi 2 layer hat with a brim on the Addi Knitting Machine. PATTERN Crochet Seamless Earflap Hat This pattern comes in all sizes Newborn-Adults! PATTERN Knit Mariner's Cowl This fast and easy cowl with 2x2 ribbing will fit any neck! PATTERN Crochet 1-Hour Pull-Over Scarf Super easy beginner pattern! PATTERN yarn Fleece Shipping shipping guidelines They are hap py to take your donations whenever you have them ready to ship: Mental Health Resource Center Attn: Leah Guthrie 10550 Deerwood Park Blvd Ste 600 Jacksonville, FL 32256-2811 Please read the Crafting Change statement on Give Back Box TALLY YOUR DONATION DOWNLOAD CARE SLIP

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our impact 227,151 Items Donated by volunteers in all 50 states, DC, Puerto Rico and Canada TO organizations in all 50 states, DC, Puerto Rico, Canda, Nepal, Ghana and Ukraine. Each item represents a PERSON helped! Thank you volunteer craftivists! April 3, 2025 at 6:00:00 AM Last updated: Pacific time master tally data ORGANIZED BY ITEM REQUESTED This Master Tally Data is only meant to provide the "big picture" summary information to help guide you on what the current needs are. Before you begin crafting, please get the details you need from the "Project Must Know" sections on the Project Page of our partners such as: what they specifically have asked for what fabrics to use what size/dimensions/who will be using it shipping address and restrictions on dates to ship Click on the PINK Charity Partner name in the table below to quickly jump to their partner page to get all of the Project Must Knows, patterns and shipping info! (the charity names are now links!) Item Requested Charity Partner Craft Type Quantity Requested Quantity Still Needed Backpacks The Yonkofa Project Sew 1000 889 Backpacks (Adults) Mental Health Resource Center Sew 100 78 Bags Leaving A Legacy Sew 125 55 Bags (Adults) Mental Health Resource Center Sew 150 115 Bags (Adults) The Remissionaries Sew 50 25 Bags (Kids) Mental Health Resource Center Sew 150 94 Bags (Upcycled Feed Bags) Every Day Action Sew 50 26 Bandages The Yonkofa Project Knit/Crochet 100 16 Blankets (Adults) Mental Health Resource Center Sew 100 99 Blankets (Kids & Teen) Mental Health Resource Center Sew 100 77 Blankets (Young Adults) Nashville Launch Pad Sew/Knit/Crochet 50 32 Chemo Caps Leaving A Legacy Sew/Knit/Crochet 125 83 Cosmetic Bags Grace Upon Grace Project Sew 4200 1706 Cosmetic Bags Leaving A Legacy Sew 125 96 Cosmetic Bags Path & Green Sew 1000 446 Dish Cloths Each Stitch Counts Knit/Crochet 1500 1205 Fiddlers Mental Health Resource Center Sew 150 109 Menstrual Pad Size 10-10.25" Heavy (2 Zorb) The Yonkofa Project Sew 100 88 Menstrual Pad Size 10-10.25" Medium (1 Zorb) The Yonkofa Project Sew 100 84 Menstrual Pad Size 8"-9.5" Heavy (2 Zorb) The Yonkofa Project Sew 2000 1806 Menstrual Pad Size 8"-9.5" Medium (1 Zorb) The Yonkofa Project Sew 2000 1772 NICU Octopus Embracing the ICU Crochet 250 216 Pet Beds (Med or Large) Patient Pet Advocates ALL 15 15 Pet Blankets (L/XL Dog) Fleece Patient Pet Advocates Sew/No-Sew 20 9 Pillowcases Butterfly Haven Sew 75 31 Port Pillow Leaving A Legacy Sew 125 37 Quilt Twin Size Nashville Launch Pad Sew Only 12 10 Quilts Cascade Health Sew Only 250 248 Quilts Colorado VNA Sew Only 30 12 Quilts-Patriotic Cascade Health Sew Only 25 4 Quilts/Afghans The Remissionaries ALL 50 44 Soap Sacks S.A.C.K. ALL 250 24 Soft Cotton Beanies The Remissionaries Knit/Crochet 50 42 Wet Bags The Yonkofa Project Sew 1250 763 Winter Hats Hopa Mountain Sew/Knit/Crochet/Loom 2000 451

Crafting Change believes in a world where crafters feel inspired and empowered to make a difference in the world around them.  Our mission is to provide a collection of projects through trustworthy organizations. Together we will make high-quality items that bring joy, comfort, and support to those in need. Here you will find all of our supporting resources and patterns for our special projects. Hopa Mountain 01 Read about our partner charity and see the items we are crafting 02 Read the Project Must-Knows 03 Pick a pattern from our approved or suggested pattern collection 04 Shipping address, print a care slip & tally your donation this is how it works About Supporting the coordination of local response efforts in rural and tribal communities across the Northern Rockies and the Great Plains, Hopa Mountain is a 501(c)3 organization doing great work. They invest in rural and tribal citizen leaders working primarily in the areas of early childhood education, informal science education, service-learning, ecological and human health, and non profit development. They have been integral in the pandemic relief efforts for the Tribes in the entire region. what are we crafting? Item Requested Craft Type Quantity Requested Quantity Still Needed Winter Hats Sew/Knit/Crochet/Loom 2000 451 project must-knows 1. WINTER HATS: Winter in the Northern Rocky Mountains is LONG. We are working with Hopa Mountain to get them a large supply of winter hats for the Elementary aged children they serve. Our goal at Crafting Change is to keep Elementary age kids warm and healthy this winter so they don't miss any school. WINTER HATS KIDS AGES 5-12. As always, they will accept hats for all ages except newborns, but please remember our focus of keeping elementary kids warm and healthy so they don't miss school this winter. Our goal is to send "generational" ha ts. What does that mean? By generational we mean super high quality hats that are made with high quality yarn or fleece that have been made with great technique and have used a pattern and will last to be passed down from one sibling to the next after repeated washings. Hats that will last for years. Our requirements Are they functional and do they keep a person warm? Are they high quality and crafted using a pattern? Did you use good technique? Are your seams hidden and tails woven securely? Would you wear it or give it as a gift to your Mom or best friend? Are they durable and washable? These need to be a tight weave without holes that let the cold air in, but not so tight that the hat is a bowl or helmet. Are they safe and free of embellishments that would be a choking hazards for children? Poms are okay if they are washable; if they are not washable (like faux fur) they must be removable. Don't infantilize the kids, functionality and warmth trumps fun for the harsh weather they face. Please peek at our suggested patterns to get an idea of what Hopa Mountain has asked for. Hats need to cover the ears of the person wearing them. Use any pattern you like basing it off of what Hopa Mountain has suggested below. Our Advisory Board is continuously testing yarn by using it and washing/drying it at least 5 times to see how it holds up. Please review our Recommended & Tested Yarn List for our suggestions, though this list is by no means exhaustive. Recommended & Tested Yarn List As a reminder, using yarn that is more than 5 years old, yarn without a label or yarn from a thrift store is ill advised. Yarn technology has changed a lot in the last few years. If you are in doubt about your pattern or your yarn, please contact our Fiber Arts Advisory Committee Member Robyn Peters robyn@craftingchange.org . We also have a few sewn patterns for polar fleece hats. We ask that you buy high quality fleece that does not pill and only use patterns that are 2 layers. Contact Kathy Lawrence if you have questions about sewing hats for Hopa at kathyl@craftingchange.org Must Knows suggested patterns Warm Winter Hats Patterns recommended and tested yarn list Knit/Crochet Recommended & Tested Yarns Crafting Change recommended and tested yarn list sorted by project type. PATTERN Hats warm winter hats Knit Easiest Knit Hat Ever Video Tutorial Easy knit unisex hat for any size. Our #1 preferred hat style. Make sure non washable puffs are removeable. Pattern Knit Basic Beginner Hats for the Family Basic hat in 6 sizes! Pattern Knit Easiest Knit Hat Ever Easy knit unisex hat for any size. Our #1 preferred hat style. Also visit the You Tube Tutorial here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-OYMix6bPI Pattern Crochet Easy Child's Hat Easy child's crochet hat Pattern Crochet Simple Crochet Hat Easy crochet hat for kids with a pompom Pattern Crochet Seamless Earflap Hat This pattern comes in all sizes Newborn-Adults! Pattern Knit Skyping All Purpose Beanie This gender neutral option can be made in a variety of sizes. Pattern Crochet Caron Slouchy Beanie A slouch beanie is fun and oh so comfortable! Teens love its casual style to stay warm on cold winter days. Pattern Sew Easy Fleece Hat Pattern Easy sewn fleece hat pattern Pattern Sew Balaclava Kids Hat Great super warm hat that covers the entire face! Video Tutorial in link too! Pattern Sew Making Balaclavas for Kids or Adults Super warm winter item that fully covers the head! Pattern Knit Garter Ear Flap Hat For the adventurous knitter ready to take on a challenge, look at this ear flap pattern in 5 sizes! Pattern Sew Fleece 2 Layer Hat Simple 2 layer fleece hat that is reversible for all ages. Pattern Crochet Basic Hat with Earflap Option Children's hat with optional earflap! Pattern Crochet Silas's Snow Day Hat Cute ear flap hat for children Pattern Sew Fleece Hat This easy fleece hat takes just minutes! Pattern Crochet Basic Crochet Hat This simple crochet pattern is sure to please your tweens, teens or adult friends who receive it! Pattern Crochet Give It A Whirl Beanie The swirling ridges of this hat will take you just a few hours to complete! Pattern Sew Fleece Hat with Flaps Video Video Tutorial for the fleece hat with flap pattern Pattern Crochet Basic Hat with a Brim Basic Hat in the round with a brim. Pattern Knit Traditional Ear Flap Hat An easy ear flap hat Pattern Knitting Machine Make a 2 Layer Hat on the Addi 2 layer hat with a brim on the Addi Knitting Machine. Pattern Crochet Striped Band Earflap Hat Cute crochet children's hat with a stripe and earflaps Pattern Crochet Slouchy Beanie Easy slouchy beanie for kids and adults Pattern Sew Fleece Hat With Earflaps Written pattern and YouTube tutorial for a fun fleece hat with earflaps. Pattern Crochet Caron Beginner Beanie This basic beginner beanie is fast and easy for any crocheter! Pattern Sew Easy Fleece Hat Video Tutorial Video tutorial for Easy Fleece hat pattern Pattern Sew Fleece Hat with Flaps Fleece Hat with Flaps pattern Pattern Shipping shipping guidelines Ship items whenever you are ready to send them, we advise when you have a large package. Remember, we are a team and many people will be helping with this need. This is a long term project that will continue through May 31, 2025. NEW NEW NEW NEW New Shipping Address effective 2/27/25! Hopa Mountain 509 S. 22nd Ave. Bozeman, MT 59718 CRITICAL INFORMATION FROM CRAFTING CHANGE ON GIVE BACK BOX TALLY YOUR DONATION DOWNLOAD CARE SLIP

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Holiday Special Event Holiday Gift Exchange 2024 Volunteer Celebration Registration is now closed for this event. If you are r egistered: Important Dates: Names were randomly drawn and emails sent to Registered Participants on 10/13. Join in our crafting zoom just for this event on Saturday 11/3 at Noon Pacific to help you get your gift crafted! See Events in FB Group. Mail your completed and wrapped gift by 11/22. DO NOT open your gift when it arrives! We will open them at our party! Attend our Zoom Party! Saturday 12/7 to open our gifts and ooooo and ahhhh at our makes! Reach out to Mary if you have issues or questions Mary@craftingchange.org

Crafting Change believes in a world where crafters feel inspired and empowered to make a difference in the world around them.  Our mission is to provide a collection of projects through trustworthy organizations. Together we will make high-quality items that bring joy, comfort, and support to those in need. Here you will find all of our supporting resources and patterns for our special projects. The Yonkofa Project 01 Read about our partner charity and see the items we are craftin g 02 Read the Project Must-Knows 03 Pick a pattern from our approved or suggested pattern collection 04 Shipping address, print a care slip & tally your donation this is how it works About The Yonkofa Project is an all-volunteer 501(c)3 non-profit organization providing sustainable healthcare in third world countries. They establish medical clinics in rural Ghana that provide care previously unavailable in those areas. They also have a program called "Keep Girls in School Campaign". The Yonkofa Project has teamed up with Crafting Change to provide menstrual hygiene kits to middle school girls, bandages for the rural clinics and hospitals and items for the Half Assini NICU. what are we crafting? Item Requested Craft Type Quantity Requested Quantity Still Needed Backpacks Sew 1000 889 Wet Bags Sew 1250 763 Menstrual Pad Size 8"-9.5" Medium (1 Zorb) Sew 2000 1772 Menstrual Pad Size 8"-9.5" Heavy (2 Zorb) Sew 2000 1806 Menstrual Pad Size 10-10.25" Medium (1 Zorb) Sew 100 84 Menstrual Pad Size 10-10.25" Heavy (2 Zorb) Sew 100 88 Bandages Knit/Crochet 100 16 project must-knows 1) Drawstring Backpacks Choose high-quality quilting cotton or lightweight canvas for the backpack, avoiding heavy fabrics like decorator fabrics or denim for easier folding and shipping.* DOs: - Soccer-related fabrics are popular. - Novelty prints, tie-dye, superheroes, neons, and bright colors are favored. - Solid colors and traditional florals are less preferred, as are dark colors. - Opt for prints that won't show dirt easily, avoiding predominantly pastel or light-colored/white prints. DON'Ts: - No camouflage fabric, as it's exclusively used by the military in Ghana. - Avoid religious and holiday-themed prints (Easter Bunnies, 4th of July, Thanksgiving, Santa). - Exclude fabrics depicting drugs, alcohol, tobacco, or weapons. 2) Reusable Menstrual Pads Each kit we make includes 2 medium and 2 heavy pads. Pads must have 1 or 2 layers of Zorb, a bottom layer of PUL, and Kam Snaps closures. Choose dark, colorful, patterned, or busy fabrics for your topper to help hide stains. Use any template shape in sizes between 8.5" and 10.5" in length are accepted. When shipping your completed pads, please label them by absorbency and length for easier sorting. We offer resources for pad construction, including a video tutorial for first-time makers. Contact us for assistance or to order discount supplies. . KAM SNAPS: Each pad must have 2 size 20 Kam Snaps applied on the wing. Refer to our video tutorial for assistance. If applying your own snaps, test each snap multiple times to ensure security, functionality, and that satisfying snap sound. We are happy to apply snaps for you if you have a physical limitation that makes it difficult for you to apply them. Interested in purchasing Kam Snap supplies? We recommend buying directly from Kam Snaps, a family-owned small business. They offer a great starter set with pliers and snaps! Check that kit out here , or browse the rest of their site! 3) Wet Bags Wet bags serve two main functions: holding soiled pads while girls are at school and serving as a vessel for cleaning pads at home. Wet bags must be waterproof. We have one approved pattern for these bags, which has proven effective. Watch our video tutorial on properly sealing these bags. For any questions, email Martha for assistance. 4) Sewn Soap Sack The Sewn Soap Sack made from a washcloth is tailored for The Menstrual Hygiene Kit Resembling a washcloth, it offers familiarity the for girls while featuring a twill loop for convenient hanging and drying of soap. Please ensure accurate measurements and avoid using white or light colors as these will be used during menstrual cycles and get stained with blood. 5) Crochet & Knit Bandages- We're crafting cotton bandages for rural clinics/hospitals in Western Ghana. Only 5 approved yarns and one specific pattern are permitted for this project. Participants must be experienced crocheters or knitters capable of checking gauge. While the pattern is simple, consistency and gauge are crucial. Start with 2 skeins of yarn for your first 2 bandages that will be quality checked by our medical advisor before ordering more yarn. Find all necessary information on this information sheet. 7) Receiving Blankets for the NICU- We're creating swaddling/receiving blankets for the NICU at Half Assini Government Hospital in Half Assini, Ghana. Blankets should measure between 36x36 and 40x40 inches square. All blankets, regardless of style, must have finished hems. Narrow rolled serger hems are recommended for single-layer blankets if you have a serger. Accepted fabric options include: Single layer flannel 2-layer quilting cotton Single or double layer jersey Single or double layer double gauze UNDERWEAR : Each kit includes 2 pairs of underwear in girls' sizes 12/14. We make a small amount of kits with size 10/12 and size 14/16. Additional pairs in size 8 and women's size 5 are provided to schools for girls who may need sizes outside of what we offer. Consider purchasing from our Amazon Wish List or taking advantage of BOGO sales at Fruit of the Loom, Black Friday deals or check local retailers like Target/Walmart for clearance items. We always need underwear for our kits in Girls size 12 and 14. ***PLEASE NOTE: We kindly ask that all menstrual pads comply with our guidelines for safety and effectiveness. We offer approved supplies at discounted prices for your convenience. Please feel free to reach out to us for assistance or to obtain the necessary supplies. Your support in adhering to these specifications is crucial. Maintaining the trust our girls place in the kits they receive from Crafting Change is paramount, and you play the key role in upholding it. Order Pad & Wet Bag Supplies! Must Knows approved patterns Backpacks Menstrual Pads & Wet Bags Bandages Sewn Soap Sack NICU Receiving Blankets Patterns menstrual pads and wet bags Menstruals Sew Wet Bags by Martha Super simple wet bag designed for Crafting Change by Martha Richmond Pattern Sew Introduction to Sewing Pads for The Keep Girls In School Campaign Video Tutorial for making pads for The Keep Girls In School Campaign Pattern Sew Updated Crafting Change Menstrual Pad Pattern by Mary Dredge Modified 8/22 New Easy to cut and sew menstrual pad pattern designed for Crafting Change! Can be made with 1 or 2 zorb! Pattern Sew Menstrual Pads Tips & Tricks Sewing Directions Our sewing directions full of helpful tips and tricks for making the Luna Wolf pattern! Pattern Sew UPDATED: Menstrual Pad Drying Strap This updated video tutorial shows how we make the drying strap for our menstrual hygiene kits. Pattern Sew Wet Bags: How to Properly Seal Them This handy video gives important information Pattern Sew Menstrual Pads Quick Guide Quick Tips & Tricks for sewing menstrual pads for The Yonkofa Project with Crafting Change! Pattern Sew Easy 9" Menstrual Pad by Angie Rohan Easy 9" pad designed by Angie Rohan. Can be made with 1 zorb or 2! Pattern Sew Topper Fabrics A handy guide to topper fabrics for menstrual pads Pattern Sew How to Sew Menstrual Pads for Crafting Change Video Tutorial including specifics on sewing pads for Crafting Change! Pattern Sew Crafting Change Easy 10" Menstrual Pad This new pattern for a 10.25" Menstrual Pad designed by Carol Grape of Crafting Change is easy to sew with smoother curves. Pattern Sew Luna Wolf Pattern The first pattern we've used for pads, comes in 3 lengths. You can get nice 3d printed templates from our friends with this pattern! Pattern Sew How to Add Kam Snaps to Menstrual Pads Video tutorial on how to apply Kam Snaps with Carol Grape Pattern drawstring backpacks Backpack Sew Unlined Drawstring Backpack Project Overview Sheet Read this first before starting this project! Full of helpful info. Pattern Sew How To Make Straps Simple technique to make straps for drawstring backpack Pattern Sew Unlined Drawstring Backpack Video Tutorial and Pattern for the unlined drawstring backpack Pattern Sew Up-cycled T-shirt Drawstring Backpack How to make a drawstring backpack from a T-shirt! Pattern Knit/Crochet Bandage Project Overview Sheet Pattern and Project Overview for Medical Bandages for rural clinics in Ghana PATTERN Supply Request Supply Request Form Request cotton yarn from Crafting Change for the bandage project PATTERN bandages Bandage sewn soap sack sewn soap sack Sew Sewn Soap Sack from a Wash Cloth The Crafting Change Sewn Soap Sack was designed especially for The Yonkofa Project PATTERN nicu Sew Single Layer Flannel Receiving Blanket (Serger) Single Layer Flannel Receiving Blanket done in 15 minutes on a serger PATTERN Sew Sewing A Swaddle Blanket with a Sewing Machine or Serger Easy way to use Double Gauze for a blanket using serger or sewing machine PATTERN Sew Sew A Swaddle Blanket with Double Gauze Super easy video tutorial for making a single or double layer receiving blanket with Double Gauze PATTERN Sew 10 Minute Easy Swaddle Blanket Tutorial (Jersey) Easy tutorial to use Jersey fabric for a baby blanket PATTERN Sew Single Layer Flannel Receiving Blanket (Sewing Machine) 1 yard of flannel, an iron and a sewing machine! Follow this video for a single layer blanket. PATTERN NICU Shipping shipping guidelines SHIPPING ONLY ON THE 1st of the MONTH unless instructed otherwise to make a deadline! Volunteers ship their donations for The Yonkofa Project to Crafting Change HQ where we assemble them into kits or get the bandages inspected or the baby items ready to go prior to shipping to them to load into cargo containers for the long journey to Ghana. When they arrive here we put menstrual kit items together with donated underwear into kits with instructions. Bandages and Baby items are sorted into waterproof bags for safe shipping. (Please do not ship these directly to The Yonkofa Project in GA, if you do, they end up having to pay shipping to get them to us. ) T here is no rush to get items to us for The Yonkofa Project so we ask that packages are only shipped the 1st of the month. This is an ongoing project and items are always needed. Cargo containers go to Ghana on a rolling basis. Work until your box is full and ship to us on the first of the month so we can arrange help for receiving packages, sorting items and putting together kits. NEW SHIPPING ADDRESS EFFECTIVE 3/1/25 Crafting Change 1056 Green Acres Road #102-253 Eugene, OR 97408 Please read the Crafting Change statement on Give Back Box TALLY YOUR DONATION DOWNLOAD CARE SLIP

Crafting Change believes in a world where crafters feel inspired and empowered to make a difference in the world around them.  Our mission is to provide a collection of projects through trustworthy organizations. Together we will make high-quality items that bring joy, comfort, and support to those in need. Meet our team that helps put our projects together. We rely on our Executive Board, an Advisory Board and a Village of extraordinary volunteers to run our 501(c)3 organization. Meet the Team CRAFTIVIST noun /craf-tuh-vist/ a creator, sewist, maker, or artist who uses their craft to change the world! executive board Mary Dredge (she/her) Pennsylvania President BIO Taylor Herbert (they/them) Oregon Secretary BIO Martha Richmond (she/her) Colorado Vice President BIO Carol Grape (she/her) Colorado Board Member BIO Joy Russell (she/her) Colorado Treasurer BIO Robyn Peters (she/her) California Board Member BIO behind the scenes superheroes Tiffany Herbert she/her Oregon Founder & Executive Director Mary Dredge` she/her Pennsylvania Community Outreach Coordinator Robyn Peters she/her California Zoom Host & Facebook Group Admin Kent Herbert, M.D. he/him Oregon Co-Founder & Medical Advisor Judy Streger she/her New Jersey Volunteer Liaison Martha Richmond she/her Colorado Planned Parenthood & Zoom Host Pat Bowman she/her Oregon The Keep Girls In School Campaign & Eugene Outreach Carol Grape she/her Colorado Creative Director (You Tube) & Zoom Host Kathy Lawrence she/her Illinois Sewing Instructor advisory committee Robyn Peters she/her California Fiber Arts-Knitting Mary Dredge she/her Pennsylvania Sustainability Kathy Lawrence she/her Illinois Sewing Carol Grape she/her Colorado Sewing Melanie Shovelski she/her Wyoming Fiber Arts-Crochet Deborah Evans she/her Colorado Sewing want to join the team? Send Us Your Resume EMAIL US

Craft-A-Thons are Zoom events of 4-8 hours where many volunteers from around the country gather to craft for charity at the same time. Sew, knit or crochet for a cause you care about. Monday, January 20, 2025 2025 MLK National DAY OF SERVICE 5th Annual National Virtual Craft-a-Thon Celebrating the 30th year of the MLK National Day of Service & the 5th Crafting Change 8 hourVirtual Craft-a-Thon! 7:00am to 3:00pm Pacific Time 8:00am to 4:00pm Mountain Time 9:00am to 5:00pm Central Time 10:00am to 6:00pm Eastern Time Join our Facebook Community Register Order Your T-Shirt Pictures from our 1st Day of Service 1/20/21

Crafting Change believes in a world where crafters feel inspired and empowered to make a difference in the world around them.  Our mission is to provide a collection of projects through trustworthy organizations. Together we will make high-quality items that bring joy, comfort, and support to those in need. Here you will find all of our supporting resources and patterns for our special projects. Piper's Project 01 Read About our partner charity and see the items we are crafting 02 Read the Project Must-Knows 03 Pick a pattern from our approved or suggested pattern collection 04 Shipping address, print a care slip & tally your donation this is how it works About Piper's Project has recently obtained their 501c3 status. They have expanded their mission to now distribute their bags of love to children in foster care, those that are unsheltered and victims of domestic violence. what are we crafting? We have fulfilled all of their needs to date! We are currently awaiting the charity to update their needs list. project must-knows 1. Burrito Pillow Case- These are for all ages 5-18. All pillows are all the standard size pillow no matter the age you are making for. It is appreciated if fun fabrics are used, and kids love licensed prints like Marvel, Comic Book characters like Batman and Superman, Harry Potter, Disney. The pillowcase is made from three coordinating materials. The finished size should be 20”-21” wide by 30-32” long which fits a standard pillow. Please use soft, non scratchy material: woven quilter’s cotton, woven cotton blends as well as flannel. Fabric prints to avoid would be ones with drugs, alcohol, weapons religious, or holiday prints fabric with the words mommy, daddy or family or any variant (grandma, etc.) 2. Knit/Crochet Soap Sacks- Please ensure your soap sacks end up being the standard size of a soap sack 4"x6". When soap is distributed it has to be in it's original packaging which is often a box. Often soap sacks are too small. You can use a 4x6 index card as a handy guide to keep in your project bag. It is a good idea to check your pattern every once in awhile to ensure you are meeting the size guidelines. Thank you. Must Knows suggested patterns Pillowcases Soap Sacks Patterns burrito pillowcases Pillowcases Sew Burrito Pillowcase Pattern Written Pattern for Burrito Pillow Case Pattern Sew Burrito Pillowcase Video Tutorial The best video tutorial out there for making a burrito pillowcase! Pattern soap sacks SoapSacks Crochet BLOOMS Soap Sack A fun variation showcasing lovely tulips. The color change might be a bit time consuming, but not too bad for the effect! PATTERN Crochet Hear Me Roar Soap Sack by Melanie This adorable dino soap sack pattern was created by Melanie Shovelski. It will make washing up so much more fun! PATTERN Crochet Major Stitches Soap Sack Lovely military themed sack designed by Melanie Shovelski PATTERN All Craft Types Soap Sack Resources Resources from S.A.C.K. including many crochet and knit patterns. PATTERN Crochet Splish Splash Soap Sack This mermaid themed sack designed by Melanie Shovelski is easy and fun! PATTERN Crochet Knotty Soap Sack This sack PATTERN Crochet Crafting Change Sudsy Soap Sack by Denise Smith This fun soap sack uses the Herringbone Half Double Crochet to give it a great textured look. Designed for Crafting Change by Craftivist Denise Smith PATTERN Crochet Soap Sack Video Tutorial Crochet a soap sack with Melanie Shovelski PATTERN Tags Soap Sack Tags A link to S.A.C.K. website for their tags to attach to your Soap Sacks! PATTERN Crochet Kitty Sack This adorable kitty cat soap sack is cute all year round, but especially during the Fall! PATTERN Crochet Lil Ripples Soap Sack This super cute sack uses the sedge stitch. PATTERN Knit Knit Soap Sacks A folder full of different knit soap sack patterns PATTERN Crochet Granny Square Soap Sack Granny Square Pattern designed by Melanie Shovelski PATTERN ship it! shipping guidelines Piper's Project is happy to accept your donations whenever you are able to send them. Winter items are needed as soon as possible! NEW ADDRESS Ship To: Piper’s Project C/o Jeanette Urbom 29911 Antioch Rd Louisburg KS 66053 TALLY YOUR DONATION DOWNLOAD CARE SLIP

Crafting Change believes in a world where crafters feel inspired and empowered to make a difference in the world around them.  Our mission is to provide a collection of projects through trustworthy organizations. Together we will make high-quality items that bring joy, comfort, and support to those in need. Here you will find all of our supporting resources and patterns for our special projects. The Foster Network 01 Read about our partner charity and see the items we are crafting 02 Read the Project Must-Knows 03 Pick a pattern from our approved or suggested pattern collection 04 Shipping address, print a care slip & tally your donation this is how it works About The Foster Network (formerly The East River Foster Parent Network) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. The Foster Network’s mission is to empower and support foster parents so they can in turn provide a safe and caring environment giving each child and adolescent the opportunity to thrive. The Foster Network works to provide the following services for children in foster care: Activity reimbursement scholarships Camp reimbursement scholarships Clothing Personal hygiene items Beds Dressers While continuing to provide these ongoing services, the association has identified some important and unmet needs. As the number of children in foster care continues to climb, we believe this trend can be reversed. By identifying barriers to success, we believe we can take a preventative approach to ending the generational cycle of abuse and neglect among families in our community. what are we crafting? Item Requested Craft Type Quantity Requested Quantity Still Needed Pillowcase Sew 75 0 project must-knows We will be helping The Foster Network with a pillowcase that they use as the "Bag" for their Welcome Bags. In each welcome bag they put a fresh pair of pjs, a new blanket, underwear, and a hygiene kit. They provide these to each child entering foster care. Please read the important details so you construct items that will be helpful to this charity partner. 1) Burrito Pillow Case - Please use the standard Burrito Pillowcase pattern. All cases are the same size regardless of the age you are creating for. Fabrics to avoid: no drugs, alcohol, weapons or religion, no holiday prints. Nothing with the words mommy, daddy, family etc. on them. Toddlers to Teens so use fun fabrics for a variety of ages. Tots: Pooh, Disney, etc. make them fun and bright and age appropriate. Teens: Marvel, Comic Book characters, Batman and Superman, Harry Potter. Sports, sports teams are also fun. Bright colors like Tie-Dye, etc. Must Knows required pattern Burrito Pillowcase Patterns burrito pillowcase Burrito Sew Burrito Pillowcase Pattern Written Pattern for Burrito Pillow Case PATTERN Sew Burrito Pillowcase Video Tutorial The best video tutorial out there for making a burrito pillowcase! PATTERN shipping guidelines The Foster Network is ready to accept donations whenever you are ready to ship them. Please use the following address for your shipments. (updated 4/24/23) Please be sure to tally your donations and include a Crafting Change Care Slip in your package. The Foster Network 620 S. Cliff Ave, Suite 200 Sioux Falls, SD 57104 Shipping TALLY YOUR DONATION DOWNLOAD CARE SLIP