Because I am working on large items such as blankets and adult-size jumpers, I haven't had many finished objects recently. I wanted to change that, so half my knitting time this week has been devoted to making these teddy bear glove puppets.
The yarn came from a convent that was closing down. I usually find yellow hard to use but this was just crying out to be turned into teddy bears. Inspired by the forthcoming season of spring shoots and shamrocks, I added little green bows and sewed them in place with the addition of clear buttons that also came from the convent.
These glove puppets will eventually go to Samaritan's Purse which is an organisation that delivers shoeboxes full of useful items to children who live in areas of crisis and poverty. The pattern is very easy and came from www.norfolkknitters.org.uk
Here is a quote from the Samaritan's Purse website:
"Playing with a glove puppet has been found to be very therapeutic for a child suffering from trauma or isolation – the puppet becomes a little friend to talk to. The puppets are also a great way for the children to find creative ways of making their friends smile!"
I couldn't have put it better myself!
These puppets are adorable, Una! They're going to be helpful, I am sure.
ReplyDeleteThey are lovely Una, and a great use for the yarn. I keep intending to make some too, :)
ReplyDeleteI have copied the web address down.I made 20 chicks for crème eggs for a hospice in Manchester.it is good to be able to do things for charity as well as yourself.
ReplyDeleteUna these are just so lovely and what a kind and caring thing to do. I know that the children receiving these will be so happy and have hours of fun with them. A really lovely post Una written by a truly lovely lady. Sending you lots of loves and hugs
ReplyDeleteDorothy:-)xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Your puppets are great Una and reminded me that I have not done any of these for ages - well done for supporting another great cause xx ps love the addition of the bows very cute xx
ReplyDeleteLooks like I've got competition, Una! Your puppets are lovely and are going to a very good cause.
ReplyDeleteHi Una,
ReplyDeletethose are simply adorable.... They will surely put a smile on the faces of the children getting them... :)
The glove puppets are adorable! When my kids were young we always used to make up shoeboxes for Samaritan's Purse. These puppets are perfect for them!
ReplyDeleteWhat adorable puppets, perfect for the cause!
ReplyDeleteThey look so happy and cheerful - a perfect gift for little ones.
ReplyDeleteThey are lovely, what a wonderful gift to give :)
ReplyDeleteThese are adorable! And what a great way to use them to touch others!
ReplyDeleteThey're adorable!! I know some children will be so very happy to find them in their Christmas boxes :) Lovely!
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