Throughout the adoption process our eyes have been opened to many organizations and charities that are helping children and families in Africa. Since we are considering ending the adoption process, we have been exploring more ways that we can assist with family preservation and those children who are already in orphanages.
My blog obsession directed me to Quilts Beyond Borders, an organization that reaches out to underserved children, mainly orphans, across the world to provide a handmade quilt and spread love and hope. They highlight the quilts and tops that are sent to them from accross the world on their blog. They are beautiful. And then they show photos of the quilt recipients. The smiles and hugs given to the quilts are heartwarming.
At our church Attic to Basement sale I hit the fabric sample jackpot. An entire box of various cotton fabric samples for 50 cents. I used a JoAnn coupon to get batting for about $4. And the best part was volunteer labor! Emily, Eleanor, Tracy, Lori, Jack, Steven and Lyla all helped. Steven is very interested in being a volunteer since we helped at his school book sale. I hope that we are instilling the value of helping others in him. We need to do this more often.
The first quilt is almost done and I'll post photos once it is ready to be sent to the organization!
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