Roxanne Rye

Sands Knitting Challenge

I’m taking on the Sands knitting challenge

I’ve committed to crocheting a blanket to support those who have lost a baby.

I am very blessed to have not experienced this and as a mother of 3 who nearly lost my middle child when she was two weeks old, I can imagine the heartbreak the parents experience when this happens.

So even though its a small gesture I want to help give back.

Sands ensure that everyone affected by the loss of a baby gets the support they need and deserve when facing the toughest of times. They campaign for change, provide training for midwives and healthcare professionals, and support research so that fewer babies die and so that less families experience the tragedy of losing their baby.

Anything you are able to donate means so much.

Thank you.

My Achievements

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Received First Donation

Received 10 Donations

Increased Fundraising Target

My Updates

Delivery!!!

Sunday 17th Aug
Received my SANDS delivery over the weekend... now to begin crocheting!

Tester

Wednesday 13th Aug
Getting ready to receive my wool bundle! Testing a pattern... simplicity at its finest

Self taught

Wednesday 13th Aug
So I started crocheting a few years ago. I started the hobby as I kept seeing people create beautiful pieces and teddies and thought I want to do this.

I have always been creative and love trying new things. My Nan was my inspiration and mentor and she taught me nearly everything I know. The only thing she couldn't teach my was knitting as I'm left handed.

The thing I ever crocheted was a bunny rabbit, simple (as such) and personal for my children. From there I started crocheting on and off, not only to create new things but to help with tackling my depression and anxiety.

So crocheting really took ahold of me and like I said completely self taught (thank you YouTube). So now whenever I find a stitch I get stuck on... straight onto Google and then to YouTube.

So here I am, a few years later, finally confident enough to give back to those who need support and I want to give them something mother to mother.

Thank you to my Sponsors

£11.33

Hanna

Keep on knitting you nutter ❤️