Image from msnbc.comMy heart is broken for the poor people of Haiti. I honestly can't imagine the horror of having an injured or lost child, and I can't imagine the confusion and fear that the sweet babies of that country must be feeling right now.
Image from my dear Rashida I have been thinking of how we, as a crafting community, can best serve these people who are so desparately in need right now. I know that the necessities, such as food and water, will be provided by organizations much bigger than myself. These things are obviously of utmost importance for survival, but I also think of the children who lost everything they had. All of this to say, I would love to organize a handmade toy drive. I would love to think that we could provide just one small thing to a child to help him or her cope, to help this precious child know that someone out there loves and values them.
Will you join me? I am trying to work out the specifics and come up with a name for this drive (and also a logo if anyone is so inclined ;) ) so give me a day or so to work it out. I'm thinking Handmade Hope to Haiti? Thoughts? I'll be back in touch soon. :)
Oh what a beautiful idea! I can tell you from being in the pediatric ward at the hospital in Port-au-Prince last week that something soft and warm and cuddly would be much loved.
ReplyDeleteI'm definitely not crafty, but I think this is a fantastic idea, and I love your heart for helping others. I'm excited to see what comes from this!
ReplyDeleteSounds wonderful - I am in!
ReplyDeleteRegrettably, I'm not very good with the craftiness, but I think this is a beautiful idea. You have such a beautiful heart, Stephanie. Once you get details lined up, I'll be spreading the word around.
ReplyDeleteLove the idea, love the name! I'm in!! I know a few people who have done some volunteer work in Haiti and life there wasn't great before the earthquakes. I can only imagine what those people are going through now.
ReplyDeleteThanks in advance for putting this all together!
Jaclyn
Great idea, love the name as well. I think a lot of people (myself included!) would want to participate!
ReplyDeleteMaybe some handmade toys and also possibly some security blankets?
Keep us all posted!
I have a homemade octopus just sitting here waiting for a good cause. Just let me know where to send it. :)
ReplyDeleteI'm in. Just let me know.
ReplyDeleteCount me in. When you work out the details let us know. Thank you so much for organizing this. I'll be checking back daily.
ReplyDeletei would love to participate.Will check back for more information.
ReplyDeleteThank you for organizing this.