More than 1 000 squares were knitted and crocheted by Thornhill Manor’s Knit and Natter group for Mandela Day.
The group consists of around 18 to 20 women. “They began knitting and crocheting squares only a couple of months ago, as they are constantly doing charity work for the greater community,” says Thornhill Manor deputy manager Jackie Scott.
Malcolm Burroughs from 67 Blankets for Nelson Mandela Day fetched the results of their hard work the day after Mandela Day, on July 19 – 1 357 squares, which equates to around 28.5 blankets.
“We are so proud of our ladies and their hearts of gold. Thank you to all who participated in supporting this worthwhile effort,” says Jackie.
Elaine Weldon, Barbara Damstra, Audrey Hepburn, Caryll Richardson, Carol Foulis, Sheila Bagnal (heads up the Thornhill knitting group) and Malcolm Burroughs from 67 Blankets.
