Uncategorized

6″ Heart Block Challenge – sew, crochet, knit, embroider, needlepoint – any block!

February Block Challenge for 2026 - It's all about the LOVE! Many people write to tell me they wish there was a way to connect the volunteers across the country without waiting

By Susan Finch|2026-01-25T19:59:14+00:00January 23, 2026|Uncategorized|

Comforting Hurricane Helene’s Youngest Victims

Binky Patrol Monroe- Trumbull saw firsthand how Mother Nature can wreak havoc and destruction when heavy rains caused flash floods in neighboring towns this past August. Thanks to a big collection and help from other chapters, we

By Jeanne Malgioglio|2024-10-08T13:46:24+00:00October 8, 2024|Uncategorized|

The selvage is the side of the fabric when you unroll it - it usually has writing, or holes from where it was on the winding machine. It makes the fringe thin, curly and it will tear easily.

All blankets MUST have the selvage - ugly edges - cut off BEFORE you cut the fringe.

Cut your fringe 4-5 inches deep, 1" wide so you can tie it like a balloon - not tying the two pieces together like shoelaces. This ensures you have a KNOT. Many people tie like shoelaces, but not the second time so you can pull the fabric apart. That's why we do it like a balloon.

Thank you for your help to ensure we have beautiful blankets going to these kids and teens!