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Yak and Yarn: Powerhouse for the Poor

Posted : Oct-09-2021

 

Yak and Yarn: Powerhouse for the Poor

 

Our Thursday evening Yak & Yarn Group has been more than busy during the pandemic. This small group of dedicated women has produced all sorts of knitted and crocheted items to make life easier for others. And they did it with love and lots of laughter! Here’s a list of their 3-month output and the groups that benefited from their labours:

 

Dr Simone's missions

43 baby hats

32 tote bags

18 vests

17 blankets

15 hats

12 hat/scarf sets

3 prs shoes

3 stuffed animals

3 scarves

St Felix Centre for Homeless Men

41 hat/scarf sets

 

 

Women's Habitat

15 hat/scarf sets

2 pillow cases

2 all-purpose pouches

 

Interested in joining this wonderful group? Yak & Yarn meets every Thursday afternoon at 2:00 p.m. in the Parish Hall. Members are fully vaccinated and follow all covid safety procedures. They are happy to provide wool, yarn and instructions for beginners.