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If knitting is your hobby, why not turn it into an act of charity by donating your knitted items to those who need it?  No doubt you have heard of friends or neighbors doing this, but perhaps you thought it was too hard to get started?  Well it is not! Charity knitting donations are welcome in many charitable organizations. You can also check with hospitals, churches, and shelters in your local area.

Some charities such as those that focus on disaster relief accept charity knitting donations and sell them and then use the proceeds for their charity work in a variety of ways.

There are various charity knitting efforts for poor families, orphans, needy infants, sick children, the homeless, and even military troops abroad.  You can support these folks by donating machine-knitted or handmade items such as scarves, afghans, jackets, blankets, sweaters,  slippers, socks, hats, and anything else you love to knit!

Even in your own neighborhood there are likely folks who are homeless and could definitely use a knitted jacket or a scarf. Open your eyes to this possibility and you will find a lot of opportunities to give warmth to someone's life in the simple act of charity knitting.

Many charities that accept charity knitting donations are also in need of knitting supplies so you can give things you don't plan on using, such as knitting needles, yarns, and fibers along with your finished knitted goods. Soft washable yarns are great for sweaters and clothing for infants. You can donate yarns and fibers in different  weights, colors, and sizes. Some charities will use these supplies to create knitted clothing to be sent to hospitals, orphanages, and children's centers across the country and worldwide.

Charity knitting is especially welcome during the winter to provide basic warm clothing such as socks, mittens, and sweaters to needy families.  If you are new to knitting, you can find  resources on the Internet about charity knitting, including  knitting instructions, patterns, and techniques, with all sorts of charity knitting project ideas such as teddy bears, dolls, and finger puppets that children will surely love.

For many people, knitting is wonderful way to pass the time. And it is indeed rewarding to make something for your loved ones that they can use. But as many knitting enthusiasts have found out, you can use this hobby to touch the lives of strangers as well. The next time you knit a sweater for a family member, why not knit an extra one and donate it to charity? You will soon discover how you can warm more hearts with your knitting hobby.
 
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