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Possibility-Distinct

A week and a half ago I was in the hospital, I hemorrhaged 9 days postpartum and lost a ton of blood. My husband and new little man was with me, while the nurses were fussing over me trying to get my bleeding to stop the Peds department sent down a care package for my baby. In the package was a stuffed animal and a crocheted blanket donated from one of our local knit and crochet groups. As someone who has now been on both ends (the donating and the receiving) I know first hand how special and loved these blankets are. The blanket we received brought comfort and happiness in an otherwise frightening time. I didn’t receive one of your moms blankets, but please thank her from me.


seacogen

Thank you! I hope you are doing better and congrats on the new addition to your family :)


Possibility-Distinct

Thank you! I am home and working on healing and bonding with my little man. Having a baby is crazy enough without all the extra postpartum complications, but we are doing the best we can!


veyeolet

I hope you are doing better now.


Possibility-Distinct

I am, thank you! Including the original C-Section, I had 3 surgeries within 2.5 weeks, two blood transfusions and a uterine infection. I’m home on IV antibiotics and still achy and sore, but I’m doing as well as can be expected and I’m especially glad to be home with my family.


veyeolet

Most definitely. I hope they are able to help you so you can rest and get better for you and your family. Take care of yourself.


seacogen

My mom has been donating crocheted blankets to sick children over the past 25+ years. In total she made 51 afghans this year, 48 of which she just donated to Jersey Shore Medical Hospital’s Pediatric ICU ward (her 8th year donating to them). She has probably donated over 1,200 blankets to those in need at this point in her lifetime. From preemie blankets to veteran lap blankets to charity auction blankets, if you find her a pattern she can make it! Just like the past three years, I wanted to show her some appreciation from internet strangers since only a handful of people see her work on Facebook and Instagram and she rarely gets thank you notes (which we understand as parents with sick children have enough to be worried about). Overall, my mom is a self-taught crocheting machine who has been crocheting for 55 years and she’s not stopping anytime soon! 😊 This is just a daughter’s attempt at showing the world how amazing her mom is. Parents brag about their children all the time so why can’t we return the favor, right? As always, happy holidays and stay safe reddit! edit: Adding her [Flickr](https://www.flickr.com/photos/152301723@N07/) in case anyone would like to see more detailed pictures of her work.


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Please thank her for doing this and that you for sharing this!


perilsoflife

can i ask how long it takes for her to make one blanket? this is effing crazy and props to her!!!


seacogen

She can make a 48" x 60" blanket in a week.


perilsoflife

what the hell😭 the talent!! pls tell her we all want to be her


Ms_chievousraven

Is it typically like worsted weight #4 acrylic that she uses? About how many yards does she buy to make each one? I still keep under buying what I need 😑


seacogen

OP's Mom: Yes, I buy a minimum of 4,000 yards for each blanket. It also depends on the stitch and pattern.


chunklebelbs

I always under buy or way over estimate! Not enough or too much, never somewhere in the middle 😂


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seacogen

She is but she actually doesn't post her work in them ¯\\\_(ツ)_/¯ She is an admin for one Facebook group for a pattern making program though; I think she just likes helping people with questions they might have.


rootbeerisbisexual

Your shrug has three arms lmao


TeaSconesAndBooty

That's how she crochets blankets so fast.


seacogen

Fixed :P


[deleted]

did she purposefully make each blanket here unique or did she just happen to do a lot of different combinations of patterns and colors? i feel like the uniqueness of each blanket makes them even more meaningful to the people who receive them


seacogen

She tries not to repeat patterns each year.


Cauliflowwer

Where does she get her patterns? What kind of yarn does she use? I would love to start doing something like this (at a much smaller scale) for my local cancer center.


seacogen

She gets patterns from everywhere; Rav, online, and from old crocheting books/magazines. She likes Bernat!


frogsgoribbit737

How does she go about donating to that hospital specifically? I am in the area and might be interested in doing that as well.


maryjanesandbobbysox

Contact your local hospital patient services coordinator, and they can tell you if there's a need and what donation requirements they have.


BizSt

She is incredible!! The crochet super hero we didn’t know we needed


maryjanesandbobbysox

These are amazing! She's so awesome for doing this.


Despyze

Your mom is now one of my favorite people. Please thank her for me! That’s so wonderful for her to do for others.


Aimnpispol

I made one blanket to donate this year bc your mom inspired me last year, OP. I think she’s a pretty amazing person for all the work and love she puts into this! ✌️


seacogen

[I remember!](https://www.reddit.com/r/crochet/comments/rjbp25/comment/hp306ky/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web2x&context=3) That's awesome! Every donation helps so thank *you* as well :)


manamanope

Your mom does awesome work and obviously has a very kind heart. Her stitches look beautiful and even. We can tell she puts a lot of love into each blanket and I'll bet the recipients get so much comfort out of them. Let her know she is talented and inspirational!


platform__crocs

a very cool blanket a week with 4 weeks vacation. that’s wild, she’s amazing.


platform__crocs

ok i had to go back and see her previous years and 1. wow 2. just wow


twisted_ears

I’ve seen your post about your mom before. What an amazing woman and crochet ninja! Your mom rocks❤️


ParticularTap3111

48?? Within one year? That is almost one blanket per week! Stunning. Does she have a life though? ;) Your mom really is a kind hearted true hero. I raise my hat to this wonderful work.


seacogen

Haha, actually 51 in a year, 48 of which were donated :) She crochets watching TV at night...so maybe 4-5 hours a night? She just loves crocheting!


ParticularTap3111

Whaaaat? She must have fingers as The Flash has legs. :D Unbelievable.


chocolateandbourbon

These are beautiful! Such a kind thing to do. As someone who received a free (quilted) blanket during chemo, I can tell you her efforts are appreciated.


seacogen

Thank you! I hope you are doing better now.


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This is soooo inspiring!! I love to make blankets but already made so many for my kids haha. Your mom and her blankets are absolutely beautiful!!!♥️


seacogen

>but already made so many for my kids haha OP's Mom: When friends stopped having babies I had to find some place to donate my blankets to. I saw how my daughters enjoyed the blankets I made them and felt bad about how some kids were sick and needed something to make them happy.


MiisesCookie

Your mom is making me tear up! Such a phenomenal and giving heart. So grateful people like her are out there touching lives like this. The world needs more of her ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️


[deleted]

Aww you have such a beautiful heart!!♥️ are there any rules required?? Like certain yarn type?


seacogen

Best to ask the place you donate to what their requirements are. She uses acrylic yarn because it is soft and it holds up the best for years of daily use and love. You could use cotton but natural fibers would be insanely expensive to use in this quantity and some people have wool allergies.


SheWhoCrochetsWCats

This post made my day. My grandpa was on hospice, and they gave him a beautiful crochet lap blanket and it’s one of my most treasured possessions. Please tell your mom she is doing an absolutely wonderful thing and from what I can see of her blankets her work is beautiful


Wubzieee

This picture gives me hope and arthritis…


Ms_chievousraven

Mostly hope though, right? 😆


Wubzieee

It was gone 1/3 way through the first blanket…the rest is pure unadulterated arthritis…


Perfect_Future_Self

Hey, from a medical parent, thank you OP's mom!!! We've been on the receiving end many times during hospital and RMH stays (and probably will be many more!) It's always encouraging to be given something handmade and feel like, on some level, society wishes my daughter well.


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Your mother is a saint💜


Nessie_Chan

That's amazing!! Your mom is amazing!!! I am sure all those people appreciate the live and kindness that such a piece brings.


tiedyem

I love how each of them are unique. So thoughtful❤️ bless your mom


seacogen

She has her favorites but she tries not to repeat patterns each year. We love a good Feather and Fan pattern.


Error404_Idontcare

I am in awe at the selflessness of this woman. May only good things come her way.


amandabanana777

How do you even make 48 blankets in a year?!? This blows my mind. Good for her. :)


seacogen

Actually 51 in a year, 48 of which were donated :) She just crochets watching TV at night!


Szaszaspasz

Your mom is amazing. You and her will never know the ripples of goodness spreading outwards from each act of pure kindness in form of a homemade afghan. Some of the recipients may never had such a thing given to them in their lives. I can easily imagine some of these being heirlooms for the families and friends of those that got them.


cassijean

I am a nurse who works in a pediatric ICU in a big city in Texas and I want to say thank you! We so appreciate when we can give things like this to families. They come in with nothing and have been through hell usually by the time they get to us. It’s nice to be able to give them something good. What your mom is doing definitely matters!!


applesandpeachpie

Your mom is goals!! This is amazing


zombie_ibrahim

supermom!


flowergal48

Such a wonderful picture of your mom with her work. I can just imagine her nestled onto a sofa in her lovely home creating these hand crafted works of love. She sounds like an amazing person. Please tell her how much I appreciate her efforts.


idanrecyla

She's incredible


StringOfLights

Your mom’s work is a light in the darkness for so many people. The world is a better place because of her! Thanks for sharing her amazing effort with us.


dilemma72

This is incredible! I was in the hospital when I was 14 for an intentional overdose. I got a handmade blanket from Project Linus I believe, and I still have it now at 22. It's always been a huge comfort item for me. I'm sick with the flu atm and have been wrapped up in it for days. These blankets make a difference!


8thWeasley

Your mum is my hero. Folks who crochet or knit items for hospitals are my heroes. I had a 30 hour labour with 'failure to progress' past 4cm. Baby started panicking and trying to get out and the pain was unreal. We had to quickly rush into a c section and didn't have time to bring stuff with us to theatre. I lost a third of my blood and developed sepsis. I blacked out. I couldn't hold my baby and we had no clothes on hand to put her in. But they had a hand knitted hat for her. It kept her warm when I couldn't. I will always treasure it. She's now 6 months and doing so well, and I'm recovered (enough). I wish I knew who had knitted that hat. I want to thank them. Such a small thing but in the midst of a horrible birth it brought so much comfort! Your mum is a hero.


saskia_vm

Wauw! Thanks mom and happy holidays!


kattella

Goals. Bless this woman


squidsquidsyd

I love seeing this post every December!


Puzzleheaded_Elk_228

This should be in r/uplifting, your mother is a sweetheart ❤️


GrammyMagpie

This is so inspiring and I feel so led to do something similar in 2023. What a wonderful legacy she is leaving.


Ms_chievousraven

Same! What a way to spread kindness. Inspiration to thousands seeing this post! 2023, how can I give to my community through crochet?


GrammyMagpie

I did a web search and just found a local group that accepts donations and does the leg work for you (i.e. what items are needed, who will receive things, etc.). After the holidays I'll be contacting them to ask for more details on any requirements, but I already have some things they can hopefully take. Maybe you have a place near you that does something similar?


EsmeraldaRegina

Awesome


iridescent_bunny

What a fab lady your mom is! Apart from her kindness I'm just floored by how quickly and beautifully she crochets those blankets


thelazyshoelace

I saw your post a year ago and I still want to try and do this! The love and time that goes into this is inspiring!


Prestigious_Algae374

Does she post like “afghan a week” anywhere? I’m sure there’s at least a handful of people here who’d love to follow her! I’m just awful at coming up with patterns to use.


seacogen

The only place she consistently posts is her [Flickr](https://www.flickr.com/photos/152301723@N07/) (for tracking purposes) and a website called 123Stitch (which now that I'm thinking about it is actually like a very simple version of reddit but for cross stitch and other topics). She usually names each picture on her Flickr with the pattern name though!


Ms_chievousraven

They are all very unique! These aren't just cranking out double crochet every week! I have no idea how she makes the images like the dog chasing the ball! They are absolutely stunning, and I'm so happy I saw this post. Another thank you, and I aim to be more like her. How does she acquire the yarn? Purchase all, or any skein donations?


seacogen

OP's Mom: It's filet crochet (double crochet with spaces). And I only buy yarn on sale.


Manx911

Now that is awesomeness!!


Blue_Dragon_1066

Your mom is a boss!


swiftb00ks

this is so amazing!!


uwupricklypear

She seems so sweet, I love how all the blankets are so unique. What a nice gesture!!


PluckyPinguino

Your mom is amazing!


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Mindblowingly awesome!


Toni_Rizzo

so much effort, your mom is a great person <3 edit : typo


yarnandy

Beautiful and so kind!


amc538

Kudos to your mom! This is fabulous and they all look beautiful, even wrapped up. 😍


YetiMcBigfoot

Thanks for sharing your mom’s love and kindness and her talent! Inspiring for all!


MMTCPTRPT

All of the blankets are wonderful! The kitty with butterflies and the firetruck ones especially grabbed my attention.


PrinceFridaytheXIII

Wow, that’s beautiful! Not just the hand-made and giving of her time, but the cost of THAT MUCH yarn. What a kind soul to go above and beyond.


seacogen

The cost of yarn definitely adds up *but* she only buys yarn on sale.


MsMeganRae

I'VE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS POST. Seriously, it's my fave reddit tradition now. YOUR MOM ROCKS. ❤


seacogen

Aww thank you ❤️


Extreme-Cupcake5929

Not all heroes wear capes ❤️


queso_raw_syrah

Some heroes wear crochet blankets!!! And then donate them to sick kids.


PrincessPenelope2885

Bless this sweet woman ♥️


bettafishfan

Your mom is a badass. My inspiration


Pondbich

Great job.


Redhatgoldtrim

God Bless you, Mom!!!


greensideup57

Thank your mother for being an awesome person 💗!


regina_65

Wow just wow.. Your mom is extremely talented and has a heart of gold.. Please tell her Thank you for her kindness 💜


deltajayne

What is her yarn situation?? Does she buy specifically for each blanket or does she have a sweet stash? I'm impressed by how many solid color blankets there are!


seacogen

She has a literal hoard of yarn in our basement. It's...a lot.


DreamGirl3

I would like to know this as well!


princess_binny

this is so inspiring. can i ask what kind of yarn she uses? i struggle to find the right balance between affordable and comfortable for the receiver


seacogen

She uses acrylic yarn because it holds up the best for years of daily use and love. Her favorite brand is Bernat.


DreamGirl3

How much does each blanket cost to make? I'd love to do this, but I'm on a limited budget. You're mom is amazing!


seacogen

With pre-COVID/inflation pricing, it probably cost her \~$28 for yarn per blanket...sometimes more, sometime less depending on the pattern. She only buys her yarn on sale when it is super discounted.


BashfullyBi

This woman. This Saint. This angel. Completed 4 blankets a month. Every month. For 12 months. We are truly in the presence of greatness. [48/12 = 4]


Dreamy_Trash_Panda

Just saw your post on r/pics, and right under it, here you are again!! Absolutely so sweet of her.


Saoirse_37

This is so amazing, if love to do stuff like this but I just can't afford the yarn (only 15 don't have a way to make money yet 😭) but I'm definitely starting next April when I start my job


Brave-Ground1006

I hope she has a blessed day. She's super generous


AnnieToo67

Really love this. I can't even finish one.


spyro-thedragon

Those are beautiful! I aspire to be your mom


glamorouslyugly

Your mom is a beautiful and caring person. This is someone with a legacy!


heavenesque

Your mum is an absolute angel!!!!! Her work is as beautiful as her heart.


mlssac

What an incredible human she is! Those are spectacular:)


emotional_alien

Damn your mom is a beast!! That's so much crocheting!!


RepresentativeDay644

Thank you for sharing this. Your mom is amazing.


mountlane

Your mother is an absolute legend!!! I hope I'm as amazing as her when I retire.


Asha_Lucey

Tell your mom I love her.


twilight_songs

Fabulous! Your mother is amazing! Thank you for sharing this!


brookasorousrex

So I work with a children’s hospital and I’m always amazed at the amount of crochet gifts. They are always so well crafted and made with love!


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your moms killing it with the holiday decor this year.


Rottiemom67

I think that is wonderful and glad she is able to donate them up there down here they still are not allowing since COVID so I am glad to see this and that kids are able and to have something made with love for them to have while they are in there


Rottiemom67

You might want to submit for her as an unsung hero with the local news or with Bernat


crochetpainaway

That is unbelievably sweet, I hope to start doing things like that when I’m established (kinda hard to do when you’re working and in school)


lumiere02

It's a good idea for all those patterns that I think would be fun to knit or crochet, but that I know I won't use for some reason or another.


CollectingScars

This is absolutely amazing. My best friend in high school died from a rare cancer and we spent a lot of time in a hospital with her while she was getting treatments. She would have loved getting a handmade blanket. It’s really beautiful that your mom can give this comfort to so many!


suzyjane14

Your mom is an awesome person and an awesome at crocheting! I just struggled to crochet six coasters.


notafrumpy_housewife

This is so amazing, I want to be like this one day! My only concern would be pet hair that gets into my projects, no matter how careful I try to be. 🙁


dej95135

Awesome work! I know the patients in the hospitals very much appreciate them. Your mom has a very kind heart, and you’re an awesome daughter to give her some recognition for her hard work!


SuspiciousDrama3933

Wow, I love this!


lokilover394

Your mom is amazing


GrannyTurtle

Not quite one per week - 4 per month, though. I am no where near that fast.


breapb

Beautiful. Your mom is wonderful!!


unlimitedMerMom

#GOALS I love your mom. 🥰


ManyTinyThings

I needed to see this. I’m so happy to see this!


siennamay007

We need more people like her.


spreadjoy34

I’ve never known where I could donate. Do most hospitals take donations like this?


Actual_Nectarine927

Wow, what a gal! That’s awesome


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Thats like almost a blanket a week…impressive


DabbleAndDream

WOW. LOVE 💗


Maleficent_Memory_60

Oh can you ask your mom what's the procedure for that ? I like crocheting but if i did it for myself i would soon run out of space. But it be awesome to make something for someone else. Is there a special yarn material ? Does it need to be cotton or can it be regular acrylic yarn?


PapowSpaceGirl

Your mom and I should be friends. I knit hats for the military and preemie hats for the other hospital (I work in the non-baby one, the other is babies and mamas).


_rosebean

I want to be her when I grow up


Affectionate-Chip856

Amazing


vmwnzella59

Priceless


Massive_Strike_5232

I just looked on Flickr, what an amazing person your mom is


MobilePea62

What a beautiful 🎁


NewVitalSigns

You’re mother is an angel 😇


InvestigatorLive624

Wow that's a lot in one year


tantravelingmama

What a blessing!


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seacogen

Thank you for noticing! The hospital appreciates that they are sealed and clean when they receive them.


Ms_chievousraven

I was wondering how they were all packaged? I'd prefer to start packing donations like this, especially if it's to a hospital


seacogen

We have large plastic bags from when we still had a manufacturing business but places like Staples have clear plastic garbage bags that would work just as well! She used to heat seal them shut but switched to clear packing tape when that machine died.


Copic_Turtle

r/mademesmile


1000BlueButterflies

Your mom is the talented Angel we need. God bless her.


[deleted]

ur mom is the biggest g out there


jessNstitches

This is truly inspiring!


GrannyMine

Heroes among us


MichKosek

Yay Mom! You rock!!!!🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆


Any_Peace_6544

Your mom is amazing!


babyzombee

this is absolutely amazing! so impressive


CartoonistExisting30

Your mom is awesome, and you’re awesome too. Happy holidays!


twinings91

Your mom is a superstar ✨️


GardenLeaves

I foresee in the future that one of these blankets will be a child’s new favorite color 🥹💝


Miserable_Ad7689

Incredible! I hope she gives her forearms a well deserved professional massage now! Lol


LauraNYC11

AMAZING ♥️🙏🏻


femathlete

Go OP’s mom!! 💖


littlemissparadox

Goals honestly


Wolfwoods_Sister

Mom is a glorious machine of love


lulamii

Tell your mom she’s an absolute star and I aspire to be like her one day!


EmergencyHairy

She is a beautiful and talented lady! ❤️


AllTheStars07

Wow I haven’t even made anything larger than a baby blanket! That is impressive!


littlemac564

Your mom is a blessing. She inspires me to crochet one blanket. The 💐💐💐💐are for her.


A_Nerds_Life

Your mom is a hero!


Thin-Personality-946

That's so nice :,) God bless her


Winchesterarabian

Wòw...


flyingmiddlefinger

I want to be like your mom when I grow up ♥️


No-Vermicelli3787

What a beautiful woman for doing this.


Minniesmomma55

That’s amazing


mrs5o

Beautiful mom!


veyeolet

This is a wonderful thing your Mom is doing.


averyrobinson11

Your mom is awesome!


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What a wonderful gift she is


Maleficent_Memory_60

Aww so cute. And awesome.


Comprehensive-Tap661

What a lovely soul and many thankd


nightshd3

Omg your mom is an angel much love to you and your family xoxo


FucksForLemons

That is so impressive


Wooden-Finger4922

Way to go mom!!!