Last year, a visit to a creche in the Valley of 1000 Hills prompted Marion Parker to help keep these children warm. “It was a cold day and only one of the young children had a beanie on his head,” says Marion.
In the photo: Marion Parker with some of the many beanies that have been donated so far
She put out a simple challenge on Facebook – let’s each knit one beanie to give to an underprivileged child before next winter. Little did she realise the effect that message would have!
“In March this year, Lucy Laporte arrived at my office with 50 beanies that she had knitted herself,” says Marion. “From there, the beanies have just poured in. To date, we’ve delivered over 300 beanies, with another full box to be distributed soon. I am so grateful for every contribution. It makes such a difference!”
If you’d like to contribute, download the simple beanie pattern by clicking here. You’ll also find a pattern for a very easy baby jersey, which will be donated to local hospitals to ensure newborns are taken home in something warm.
You can drop off your knitted goods (or any leftover wool you may have) at the Soukop office at Hillgate Centre, 36-38 Old Main Road, Hillcrest (opposite Mr Price Home).
To find out more, email Marion at marion@soukop.co.za.