Hats and Scarves for the Homeless

It's hot. It's stinkin hot. I find that I'm a better parent when it's hot because I come up with all of these fun lesson plans and ideas to do....indoors... but there are plenty of people who do not have the luxury of central air or who have to fight for the shade in the afternoon heat. They are our nation's homeless.

Knot 2B Forgotten, Inc. is a non-profit agency that supplies hats and scarves to the homeless in Arizona. They are asking for hand-made creations to keep them warm (I decided to post this activity now because if you are anything like me, these type of crafts tend to take months and "months" is exactly when the homeless would need these hats and scarves.)

Many arts and crafts stores have classes for youth to learn how to crochet and knit, such as Joann fabric and craft stores. Many of these classes take place on the weekends and not only can your child feel pride in learning how to create something beautiful with their own hands but they can also learn how those same hands can provide warmth and support to people in need. These families will not care whether their lines are neat and trim, just that someone took the time to care.