I've been busy knitting some blankets for kittens. Every year the Knit World shops throughout New Zealand choose a charity for their customers to support, and provide patterns. This year, they are supporting the SPCA, (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals). After checking it out I decided that I would like to help with this good cause. I got the free pattern, purchased three balls of the discounted 12 ply yarn, and started knitting.
All ready to start
"At SPCA, we always need heaps of knitted blankets for our cats and kittens. Each cat and kitten receives their very own little blanket and will take it home once they are adopted to help with the transition. If you love knitting, this is a super fun and helpful way to help the animals in need".
And yes, I did have fun knitting these little blankets. They made nice easy knitting while watching TV in the evenings, no thinking required. I'll be dropping them off at the local Knit World shop, where they will be distributed.
Three kitten blankets done
19 comments:
I hadn't heard of this, a great idea. Love the colours together.
A great mindless project for TV watching and helping out the SPCA.
Such sweet little blankets for sweet kitties, Jenny. How very kind of you.
Awww! What cute little blankets for a fun cause.
What a great idea and what fun to knit small blankies for the kitties'
transition comfort.;))) nice work, Jenny hugs, Julierose
A perfect project to keep your hands busy while watching tv.
That’s an easy project to keep your hands busy while watching tv. A great cause
Such a great idea!
What an idea! I've never heard of knitting for kittens. All I'm picturing is their claws getting caught in the yarn. Is that a good thing? I've never been around cats, so I don't know their habits, but maybe it's good for them to have something to claw into? Or don't they have sharp claws when they're little? Nonetheless, it's admirable for you to make these.
I had never heard of knitting for kitties. How is your dear cat doing since Robin passed, some animals really can sense when they loose someone
I haven't heard of this. I have to look into it here in New York. I know that my local shelter takes used blankets for dogs. I cut up a queen size blanket into 6 pieces to give to them as well as those that I had when my mom passed away. They were very grateful. Those little blankets look so adorable.
What a lovely thing to do! Good on you!
Great project! Hope you are doing OK. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
What a fun project! I enjoy seeing photos of people's cats snuggled down under quilts and blankets, so I bet these little blankets will be loved.
maybe i could knit one of these - not much of a knitter, but i think that i could manage knit knit knit (maaaaaybe - lately my sanity has involved a lotta stab stab stab) ... give Gemma a treat for me
Our cats came with a little knitted or crochet blanket! It is a great cause and your kitty blankets are cute.
Such darling kitty blankets, Jenny. Lovely fibers as well. Have a blessed week. Hugs
What a great little donation project. As you say, a nice simple project to work on if an evening.
Great job! Years ago, the local Fiber Guild knit pet blankets for the animal shelter. It was a rewarding project.
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