Crafting a Rainbow of Hope Community
Crafting a Rainbow of Hope Community
If you know me then you know how passionate I am with helping those who truly need it and my love for crochet. I have been involved in several charities and gifting to those that I felt needed a little extra love for a few years now and I love every bit of it. In 2013 I really started thinking about how I should have a community of my own that gifts to people who are grieving, going through hard times, who are ill, specific charities, hospitals, animal shelters, etc. It warms my heart to give a handmade item to someone who I feel could use it or a pet that is lonely. Weaving that special bond between others is amazing. In November of 2014 my dad was put in the hospital. That’s when I met Danny from Guest Services who mentioned the cancer patients were in need of warm hats, scarves, and such while undergoing their treatment. With all of this in mind “Crafting A Rainbow Of Hope” became a reality.
How we’re supporting communities affected by poverty and natural disasters
Pine Ridge Reservation Project
“The folks on the reservation live in severe poverty. Most of them have out houses and live in sheds that we store our lawn equipment inside. “
Thousands displaced by flooding
Hurricane Harvey Became the first Hurricane to hit the Texas Coast since the 1970’s. Find out how you can support our recovery efforts.
Please feel free to send (gift) crocheted, knitted, sewn/quilted items throughout each month for those who could use a little extra love.
If you need some ideas take a look at these crochet patterns designed especially for CAROH:
- Sweet Lacy Baby Lovey
- Tunisian Hugs Lovey
- Royal Crown Wrap
- Serendipity-dah baby blanket
- Baby Summer Cacoon Set
- Chunky Bumble Berries Lapghan
- AM Preemie Blanket
- Apple Juicy Washcloth
- Berry Spa Set
- Soft Cherry Steps Baby Blanket
You may send your donations to:
Mistie Bush
P.O. Box 508
Damon, Texas 77430
If you would like to participate in this endeavor and join the group HERE please fill out the form (below). The items will be delivered to the specific locations throughout each month. You may place a card with size or age it will fit, care instructions, and an inspirational verse.
Charity Events We’re Proud to Be Part Of
Crafting A Rainbow of Hope isn’t something we do alone — it’s a thread that runs through the whole crochet community. Throughout the year, we join hands with other designers and makers in events that turn simple stitches into real comfort for those who need it. Here are a few that are close to our heart:
💛 Preemie Crochet Challenge
Hosted by Helen of Sunflower Cottage Crochet, this challenge brings the community together to crochet bonding squares, hats, and blankets for the tiniest babies in the NICU. We crochet right along — and our Sophie’s Little Blessing Bonding Square, named for Mistie’s own preemie granddaughter, is part of it. 💛
See the free patterns & join in →
🧣 Lapghans For Charity Blog Hop
Hosted by Simply Melanie Jane, this blog hop gathers free lapghan patterns to crochet and donate — to nursing homes, shelters, and anyone who could use a little warmth. Our Warm Whispers Lapghan is proud to be part of it.
Our Warm Whispers Lapghan · More Lapghans for Charity patterns · Visit the main event
🌈 Crochet for Charity CAL — The Crochet Village
Hosted by Assia of The Crochet Village, this crochet-along runs September 6 – October 3, sharing a new free pattern every day — hats, scarves, mittens, and blankets — to make and donate and help keep someone warm this winter. We’re proud to be taking part this year, with our featured day coming up on September 26 (Day 21).
Join the Crochet for Charity CAL →
🧶 International Crochet Month Blog Hop
Each March, the crochet world celebrates International Crochet Month — and we love taking part with patterns made for giving, like our Loops of Love Crochet Bonding Square.
Loops of Love Bonding Square →
We’re always finding new ways to stitch a little hope — more events to come. 🌈
Follow Along on Pinterest 📌
We’ve gathered free and premium charity crochet patterns — preemie makes, bonding squares, baby blankets, lapghans, and cozy comfort items to donate — all on our Charity Crochet Patterns board on Pinterest. Follow along, save your favorites, and make to give. 💛
The children like bright and wild colors as with any child. There are older teens and adults who may prefer the more neutral or muted colors. Any color will be accepted.
Requirement/restrictions:
- If you use wool please add a little note saying so
- Smoke free environment
- Place each item in a plastic bag or send plastic bags with the hats
Here are some of the organizations that we donate to:
