You may remember a while ago i posted about the lovely Amanda from Melbourne who was rasing money for the Hamlin Fistula Relief and Aid Fund. (wow that was actually a year ago!!) I posted off a parcel of Moonmum goodies to sell at a fundrasing market... again this year Amanda is continuing her support of the Addis Ababa Fistula Hospital in Ethiopia but in a different way, by putting together some woollen blankets to send over to the women of the hospital. The winters get very cold in Ethiopia so the women of the hospital always need blankets and shawls to keep them warm.
Essentially the hospital provides medical support to women who suffer from a horrendous complication during childbirth which often leaves them with a still-born child, incontinence and ongoing medical problems. While the condition is treatable in developed countries, in Ethiopia these women are shamed and outcast from their families and communities. Click here if you'd like to read more about the amazing work undertaken by the inspirational Dr. Catherine Hamlin and the hospital.
So... I'll be attempting to dust off my crochet skills and contribute a couple of squares to the blankets. Also, through The Square market which i help organise here in Bendigo, we'll be hosting a drop-off point for contributions at our next market if you'd like to help out too! It'd be great if you can knit or crochet a 25cm square in 8ply wool. If knitting, please do the squares in garter stitch.
Market day is Saturday 17th Sept at the Bendigo Town Hall from 10am - 4pm. Click here for full details. There will be basket in the front foyer near the main entrance.
Edit 8/9: I have been watching the Meet Me At Mikes granny square video tutorials to get my crochet going again, they are so clear and make it super easy!
