Hello friends...
Here is a picture of Ronda, me, Joyce (of the Hip2BSquares) and Erin - taken today at our Thursday morning opening session...
Just a small update on the people worst affected by the Kliptown flooding. Those that had built their
Read more…FEBRUARY/ MARCH CHALLENGE - Keeping Older Children Warm
Cold weather will be arriving in South Africa in May/June and during the cold months there is a huge need for warm garments for the older children (ages 4-14) to wear during the day, and perha
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Here is a picture of Ronda recently in what used to be Pete's entertainment area. Sorry Pete, looks like it could be a while till you get that room back!
Sometimes it is good to air your problems.
My name is Jennifer and I am a yarnaholic.
Thankfully my stash doesn't look all that scary in this picture. Okay not quite all of it is here and some of is is hiding behind others but it doesn't seem too
Read more…I came across a book at the library called Knitting Out of Africa by Marianne Isager. I wanted to share the images of her sweater designs (but not the patterns) - see attached PDF below. What I have noticed is that the designs are very geometric. Th
Read more…April is (nearly) here (although my garden doesn't yet think so), and it's time to announce this months challenge!
As 2010 draws to an end and a New Year dawns it is only natural to reflect on the reality of what we have/what the reality of our world is and to be thinking of what we wish would improve, what could be changed so that life is kinder and brighter for
Read more…We were so excited today to receive news from The Annenberg Centre for the Performing Arts in Philadelphia that we have been granted permission to hold our event on stage with the Soweto Gospel Choir on the 30 January, 2010. Briefly for those of you
Read more…Over time there have been many heartening comments about the ezine. But like all things there are always ways to improve. I now that some of the issues are just WAY to long, perhaps many of you would prefer shorter, more frequent news. This thread i
Read more…I know that those of you who have knitted KasCuddles will be absolutely delighted to see this photograph - hot of the press - from Ronda yesterday taken in a very derelict shack settlement. The full story will be in the next ezine, but this will gla
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The following is a pattern I found on Ravelry.
As per the Ravelry site, this pattern is Free and is to be used for Charity purposes only.
Scrap-Happy Celebration Hat
Needles...7US (4 -4.5 mm) 16 in. circular and DPNs
Yarns...any scrap or wors
Hi everyone...
Thank you so much for all your welcome messages.
This week on Tuesday I visited a Kliptown shelter named Khayalethu where I met with the district analysis officer. I met and spoke with the 320 kids who they are catering for at the
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Knitted version Crochet version
The suggestion for the KASCuddle came from Helen Flagg. After some experimentation, she developed the pattern for the knitted version, and the crochet pattern was developed by Anne Powell.
The KASCuddle
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Hope you have all been managing to see some of our pics on the Flickr/Twitter pages? For those of you who haven't, here are some recent pics for you to have a look at.
We have been MEGA-busy recently, trying to get through t
Read more…A few more photos from Bottegas sorry there's a double here - can't figure out how to remove it
No-Sew Crochet Slipover |
Materials: Approx. 150 grams DK yarn (8 ply ; light worsted ; #3) main colour
Small amount contrast (10 grams)
4.5 mm. crochet hook (US 7)
Finished size:
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Please come and follow our new Facebook page. It's just another way to promote what we are all trying to do for the orphans.
Here is the link:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Knit-a-square/148491345186456?ref=ts
Thank you x x x
Hi guys
Thank you so much for welcoming me and thank for your comments, I really appreciate what you have said! Working for KAS is a great honour for me. I enjoy every bit of it. I really have a soft spot for kids and I am going to do whatever I
Read more…This page is for events, large or small, that have been organised to raise awareness of the work of KAS. Our lovely members often organise local events or get-togethers within their own particular groups and no one else gets to hear about!
It is
Read more…I am trying this as an experiment - I thought we might enjoy having some of these wonderful photos more accessible rather than having to hunt for them in the photo section
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