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First of all: thank you so much for making and donating to help Keep Western North Carolina Warm!
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This is an initiative to collect donations for folks in western North Carolina that were affected by Hurricane Helene. We are focusing on how the knit and crochet community can help, specifically through warm winter items (knit, crochet, or store bought).
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If you would like additional information on the initative, this is my original proposal post on Instagram; this is my original announcement post on Instagram; and this is my highlight with all of the information (including updates) on Instagram.
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Donation Information
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Check this spreadsheet to ensure your Collection Site accepts your donation, and that it accepts shipments if shipping.
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Donations need to be high quality and new or like-new warm winter items. We want to be sure that the recipient can use your donation, and it will keep them warm!
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Donations can be handmade or may be store-bought. Warm winter items may include hats, ear warmers, sweaters, gloves, mittens, leggings, and socks.
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Share Your Makes!
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We want to see your cozy winter makes! Use hashtag #KeepWNCWarm on Instagram to share your posts with the community - and stay tuned with any updates.
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If you would like additional information on the initative, this is my original proposal post on Instagram; this is my original announcement post on Instagram; and this is my highlight with all of the information (including updates) on Instagram.
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If you need anything, feel free to contact me (Jessica, of Snickerdoodle Knits) @snickerdoodleknits on Instagram or via email at jessica@snickerdoodleknits.com. I am currently on maternity leave, so please do bear with me if there's any delay in my response. Thank you so much for understanding ♥️
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Yarn & Tools
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If you need supplies (yarn, needles/hooks, notions, patterns, etc) in order to make your donations, please fill out this form. We've had lots of folks interested in donating yarn, in particular, for the cause!
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Collection Sites
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We have several yarn shops that have offered to act as Collection Sites. Some are accepting the finished items only; some are also accepting yarn and tools. Similarly, some are accepting drop-off dontations only, and some are also accepting shipments. You may view the full list here.
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Pattern Discounts
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These designers have generously offered a discount on their pattern(s) for the sake of making for Keep W NC Warm!
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Designer NameCraftPromo DetailsEnd DateLinks to Purchase
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Bullock Ozkan DesignsKnit15% off all patterns; use code HELENEOctober 6via Ravelry or web shop
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Granite State YarnsKnitGet any sock pattern(s) free; use code HELENEOctober 16Website
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Orchard House EditingBothGet one pattern free. **Note: Ruth had to pause the coupon code because it was being abused. She is still offering the same discount, though; just reach out to her directly!**N/Avia Ravelry or Payhip
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Blue Daffodil Crafts​Get any accessory pattern free (excluding the Taryn Beanie patterns); use code HELPINGHANDS November 11Ravelry, Etsy, or Payhip
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Double the StitchesKnit15% off all patterns; use code HELENE24November 10Ravelry or Payhip
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Pattern Sale Donations
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These designers are donating a portion of their pattern sale profits to help folks affected by Hurricane Helene.
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Designer NameCraftDonation DetailsEnd DateLinks to Purchase
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Bullock Ozkan DesignsKnit40% of all pattern sales to relief in W NCOctober 6Ravelry or Web shop
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Blue Daffodil CraftsBoth100% of all pattern sales to Samaritan's PurseOctober 10Ravelry, Etsy, or Payhip
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Roundtree StitcheryKnit100% of all pattern sales to Samaritan's PurseOctober 13Ravelry, Etsy, or Payhip
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Kate Oates DesignKnit50% of pattern sale profits // donation match 7x!October 13Ravelry or Website
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The Knit PickyKnit100% of all pattern sales to NE TN/W NC/ SW VAOctober 15Ravelry
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Snickerdoodle KnitsKnit60% of North Carolina Collection pattern sale profits & 25% of all other pattern profits; to W NCOctober 31Ravelry or Website; NC Collection on Rav or Website
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Wake Up PurlyKnit100% of Blue Ridge Bear Paw Hat sales to Local Cloth IncNARavelry
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Double the StitchesKnit15% of all pattern sales to World Central Kitchen; must use code HELENE24November 10Ravelry or Payhip
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Yarn Sale Donations
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These yarn companies are donating a portion of their pattern sale profits to help folks affected by Hurricane Helene.
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Yarn Busines NameDonation DetailsEnd DateLink to Purchase
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Marianated Yarns100% of sales of "Find Your Unicorn" color to WC KitchenOctober 18Website
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Miss Babs Yarns50% of sales of "Land of the Sky" color to Beloved AshevilleNovember 11Website
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Pattern Recommendations
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Not sure where to start with looking for a pattern? Don't worry; we've got you! Here's a small collection of pattern recommendations. Feel free to adjust the filters to find a pattern that fits what you want to make!

NEW: Check out this webpage with 160+ knit and crochet patterns I've compiled, organized by craft and yarn weight.
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ItemSizesCraftDesigner NamePattern NameLinks to Purchase
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BlanketBothKnitSnickerdoodle KnitsNestled Diamonds BlanketRavelry or Website
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BlanketBothKnitShort RoundsKnot Stitch Baby BlanketRavelry or Blog Post
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CowlBothKnitSnickerdoodle KnitsEndless Woods CowlRavelry or Website
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CowlBothKnitSnickerdoodle KnitsAny Yarn Brioche CowlRavelry or Website
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CowlAdultKnitCozy Up KnitsNorthern FringeRavelry
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Ear WarmerBothKnitSnickerdoodle KnitsMy Favorite Cable HeadbandRavelry or Website or Free Download
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Ear WarmerBothKnitSnickerdoodle KnitsSuper Simple Ribbed HeadbandRavelry or Website or Free Download
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Ear WarmerBothCrochetOrchard House EditingMedusa EarwarmerRavelry or Website
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HatBothKnitSnickerdoodle KnitsMy Favorite Simple Knit HatRavelry or Website or Free Download
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HatBothKnitCozy Up KnitsFits the Whole Fam HatRavelry