Sandy Hook Quilt Project
The ripple effect of shock and dismay touched the hearts of millions around the world, leaving an empty space in the hearts of many and parents rushing to their little ones with an extra hug and the feeling of gratitude their children are safe.
Comforting Quilters, in looking for a way to help those who are suffering, while at the same time providing an outlet of healing for our community at large, began a massive project of creating quilts for the victim's families of Newtown, Connecticut.
Fabric was donated for the quilt tops, funds were donated for the batting and thread, and numerous volunteers signed up to help stitch these works of love.
The first work day held January 19th was a great success! My home was filed with busy volunteers cutting squares and stitching blocks. There is still much work to be accomplished and Comforting Quilters wants YOU to know that your continued support through prayer, fabric, volunteer help and cash are needed now more than ever.
Since the inception of creating a create for Emilie Parker, from my hometown of Ogden, UT, this project has morphed into creating quilts for each family. In addition, Bonnie Gehling, a retired Kindergarten teacher turned avid photographer, has volunteered her time to document this incredible journey. The plan grew once more with a book that will be made to present to each family. This book will document the love and caring our community has for the grief they are enduring and the continued loss each family member will have for their missing for the rest of their lives.
At this time, I ask that you thoughtfully consider making a donation to this heartwarming project. Every penny goes directly to the Sandy Hook Quilt project and will be used to fund supplies and the printing of the Sandy Hook book. You may donate in two ways:
- Click the PayPal button on the sidebar and send your donation directly to Comforting Quilters
- Mail a tax deductible check made out to Comforting Quilters to:
Comforting Quilters
200 E Heritage Blvd
Byron, GA 31008
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Thank you for your contribution to this worthwhile cause. Comforting Quilters truly appreciates your support.Sandy Hook Quilt Project Page
"You have never really lived until you've done something for somebody who can never repay you"
Be sure to watch WMAZ at 5 for an update on CQ's Sandy Hook Quilt Project.
It's official! Comforting Quilters can now take donations via our new card swiper with PayPal. If you would like to make a tax deductible donation, please contact me at comfortingquilters@gmail.com and I can take your donation over the phone.
Thank you for all of your support!
Valentine's Day is approaching, and I find myself thinking of Newtown, CT families embracing another holiday without their Valentine's. This year, those Valentine's will be a sweet memory in their hearts of a love only a parent will experience.
Do you make a special Valentine for your loved one? What about the symbolic red rose or box of chocolates? I just love getting the chocolate!
This year, Comforting Quilters is asking you to remember the Valentine's in Newtown, CT. Donate $14 to the Sandy Hook Quilt Project and help the victim's families of Sandy Hook Elementary have a memory quilt that will last a lifetime.
Your tax deductible donation will help fund the memory book being created that will document the creation of these quilts for each family member. Thanks to our own, Bonnie Gehling, for the efforts she is putting into making this book through her love of photography.
Donate through PayPal on our Blog, or send your Tax Deductible check to:
Byron Woman To Make Quilts For Newtown | News | Peach-Crawford News
"You have never really lived until you've done something for somebody who can never repay you"
Be sure to watch WMAZ at 5 for an update on CQ's Sandy Hook Quilt Project.
It's official! Comforting Quilters can now take donations via our new card swiper with PayPal. If you would like to make a tax deductible donation, please contact me at comfortingquilters@gmail.com and I can take your donation over the phone.
Thank you for all of your support!
Donate a Valentine of $14
Do you make a special Valentine for your loved one? What about the symbolic red rose or box of chocolates? I just love getting the chocolate!
This year, Comforting Quilters is asking you to remember the Valentine's in Newtown, CT. Donate $14 to the Sandy Hook Quilt Project and help the victim's families of Sandy Hook Elementary have a memory quilt that will last a lifetime.
Your tax deductible donation will help fund the memory book being created that will document the creation of these quilts for each family member. Thanks to our own, Bonnie Gehling, for the efforts she is putting into making this book through her love of photography.
Donate through PayPal on our Blog, or send your Tax Deductible check to:
Comforting Quilters
200 E Heritage Blvd
Byron, GA 31008
Local Quilters Making "Comfort" Blankets for Families of Newtown Victims
BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) -- A home-town connection inspired a Byron woman to make 27 quilts of green and white to send to the families of the victims in the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting.
Julie Love has cut thousands of squares, for dozens of quilts, and has sent them to people all over the country who need a good snuggle.
"A cup of hot chocolate, a nice warm quilt, and a good book, curled up next to the fire, it's just a warm comforting feeling," says Julie.
Julie is the founder of Comforting Quilters. The group makes personalized quilts for people who are terminally ill, cancer patients, and grieving families. Now, Julie has 27 quilts on her to do list all inspired by one little girl.
"I talked to a friend and I said you know, I want to make Emilie Parker a quilt, and I said you know, I think I want to make them all a quilt."
After the massacre at Sandy Hook Elementary, Julie found out that one of the 6-year-old victims, Emilie Parker, was from her hometown of Ogden, Utah.
Even though she doesn't know them personally, Julie is hoping a memory quilt might give the Parkers, and the other grieving families something to hold on to.
"We're hoping that they'll realize the warmth and the love that we're sending their way," says Julie.
Donations of fabric and supplies have poured in, and a photographer plans to document the entire project.
"Hopefully we'll be able to raise enough funds to give a book to each of the families on how the quilts were made," says Julie.
The blankets will be green and white with an embroidered angel. Other than those details, Julie says, each one will be unique.
"It's just a very precious thing to have to remember your children by, or your wife, or your mother."
A reminder that there's people everywhere hoping the families who lost so much on a cold day in December will one day have warmth back in their lives.
Love wants your help with the project. If you're interested in being a part of the process, you can e-mail her at comfortingquilters@gmail.com. They plan to start making the quilts on Saturday, January 19th.
BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Julie Love with Comforting Quilters describes the support for her project as "overwhelming".
Donations Pour in for Local Sandy Hook Quilt Project
BYRON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Julie Love with Comforting Quilters describes the support for her project as "overwhelming".
Earlier this month, 41 NBC brought you the story of Julie Love's project. The founder of Comforting Quilters, along with the help of other sewers, is setting out to make 27 green and white quilts for the victims of the Sandy Hook Elementary Shooting.
Over the weekend, more than a dozen volunteers met at Love's home to start on the project. Joe's Deli in Byron provided the sewers with lunch and the Byron Police Department stopped by for support. Love said, the donations are pouring in from all over.
"We've received cash donations, I think we've raised $500 to $600," Love said, "I even got a check from someone in Virginia."
Byron Police Officer Blake Burnham stopped by to offer his help. Burnham admits he's not a sewer but wanted to support the local community and the first responders in Newtown.
"It feels good when you see people that aren't directly related to what actually happened up there, trying to reach out and do what they can."
Love said it's not too late to help out with the project. If you're interested in being a part of the process, you can e-mail her at comfortingquilters@gmail.com. The next sewing day will be Saturday, February 2.
"You have never really lived until you've done something for somebody who can never repay you"
Donate a Valentine of $14
Do you make a special Valentine for your loved one? What about the symbolic red rose or box of chocolates? I just love getting the chocolate!
This year, Comforting Quilters is asking you to remember the Valentine's in Newtown, CT. Donate $14 to the Sandy Hook Quilt Project and help the victim's families of Sandy Hook Elementary have a memory quilt that will last a lifetime.
Your tax deductible donation will help fund the memory book being created that will document the creation of these quilts for each family member. Thanks to our own, Bonnie Gehling, for the efforts she is putting into making this book through her love of photography.
Donate through PayPal on our Blog, or send your Tax Deductible check to:
Comforting Quilters
200 E Heritage Blvd
Byron, GA 31008
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About CQ
- Comforting Quilters
- Comforting Quilters is a Non-Profit Organization that was organized to create and provide quilts to anyone need a bit of comfort. These quilts are created and delivered to Hospice patients, seriously ill patients, those who have suffered a loss or anyone who comes to our attention.
