What is Handmade with Heart about?

Please join us in making a difference in the lives of others! We will be donating new, handmade clothing to benefit victims of abuse. The clothing will go to a local shelter whose mission is to break the cycle of violence against women and their children by providing a safe place to stay and support services such as counseling, education and referrals to community resources.



Friday, August 6, 2010

Pajamas!

Our cause has pajamas/sweats listed as one of the most needed items, so here are some free resources to get you started.

How to make a pajama pattern - granted, there is a little work involved, but since we are asking for all sizes, you could use the pattern already shown.

How to sew your own pajama pants - another great resource

Perfect fitting pajama bottoms - again, since they won't have to fit your size necessarily, they will be a little bit easier!

Monday, August 2, 2010

Free Knit & Crochet Patterns

Here are some links to patterns for knitting or crocheting slippers, mittens, and hats! I tried to include a lot of beginner/easy/quick pieces, which would be ideal for using to create a lot of nice goodies to donate.


Crocheted Mary Jane slippers - these are adorable! (I'm going to have to get someone who crochets to make them for me.)

Woolly Wormhead Patterns - I recently finished knitting the "Meret." Don't let it's beauty fool you--it was a quick and easy knit


Easy Norwegian House Slippers - These are knit and then fulled/felted. Very interesting construction and definitely something I want to try someday.




That is all I have for now--I actually have more slipper patterns that I thought I would! I'll be back with more soon, including sewing patterns for pajamas, shirts and kids' clothes.

Friday, July 30, 2010

Hello there!

We are currently in the process of getting this charity drive organized, so please stay tuned! This is where we will post inspiration, ideas, patterns, etc, to help you create something with heart for victims of domestic violence.

Follow us to keep updated! Hopefully there will be some good stuff up by next week.