Author: woollyhugs

  • Welcome to the Summer of Woolly Love!

    Welcome to the Summer of Woolly Love!

    We go on our summer break immediately after Camp Bestival on Sunday 3rd August (posting to us stops for the summer on July 1st) and we will be back on September 15th. It has been another busy year so far and we can’t thank everyone enough for all your hard work, compassion and enthusiasm.

    We know that many of you love a summer break project, some of you certainly need to be kept out of mischief and if you need yarn to take part, please do message us.

    We are hoping this year to expand our Christmas Cwtch project. Last year we managed to send to our friends at Newcastle as usual plus the children’s ward at the Royal Marsden cancer hospital. This year, we’d love to include the teens at the Marsden and elderly care at Newcastle. Is this too much to aim for? We don’t think so. (aiming for the stars again!) We will though need to up our numbers of single bed sized blankets, and the easiest way to do this is to make squares! Obviously if you are up for a whole blanket that is truly excellent, thank you!

    All crafting info for this project is here…..

    For the woollies…….

    Six and twelve inch squares in Stylecraft Special DK, colours as listed

    • Claret
    • Cream
    • Grass Green
    • Kelly green
    • Green
    • Lipstick

    For the fabric folk…..

    Christmas cwtches could also be made in these sort of colours in cotton Christmassy prints, lightweight quilts. These must be machine washable and tumble dry possible only please.

    Thank you so much! October 8th, Last posting for squares AND whole blanket for Christmas Cwtches

  • 2025. Our Christmas Craft Sale, the crafting phase!

    2025. Our Christmas Craft Sale, the crafting phase!

    Last posting for crafts please – October 31st. This is to Teddington. Earlier rather than later is much much easier on us though!

    THANK YOU!

    We know this is super early, but we also know our lovely crafters like to plan and that crafting takes such a long time. We are delighted though to be launching our Christmas Craft Sale 2025, we hope you will join us. This is our biggest fundraiser of the year, and will help us raise much needed funds to continue our woolly work. With your love and support we hope it is a huge success! THANK YOU SO SO MUCH!

    The charity we shall support this Christmas will be The Christmas Dinner Project.

    The Christmas Dinner, founded by poet Lemn Sissay OBE, brings communities together to provide a Christmas Day for care leavers, aged between 18 and 25.

    For many young people leaving care, this may be their first Christmas living independently – and alone. These young people have faced many challenges in life, having grown up in the care system. We need your help to give them a day they will never forget. The charity aims to provide an abundance of gifts, a superb Christmas Dinner meal, fun, games and company on Christmas Day. These happen right across the country

    They aim to show every one of their guests that they are loved. 

    The Christmas Dinners are seed funded and supported by the Gold from the Stone Foundation, and organised by independent dynamic communities throughout the UK. We plan to send a donation of at least £500 to them after the sale. the reminder will go into our own charitable projects. The Christmas Dinner project will be familiar to those who knit hat and scarf sets for gifts to go out to care leavers on the day.

    So every penny we can raise will go to help others, we hope you will support us, either by crafting, buying or even maybe both! Thank you so so much.

    So let the Crafting Stage begin!

    We are aiming to make and sell small/lightweight Christmas craft items. We are open to larger items too obviously, that is just a guide. Some suggestions for you, but we are very open to others too…

    • Stocking fillers, although obviously Father Christmas is REAL, this is just to help.
    • Christmas tree decorations.  Always very popular, as are totally bonkers quirky things, yes we are thinking gin wreaths, woolly slugs and sock pigs, who knew??!  
    • Stockings
    • Cute cuddly things / Besties
    • Small gifts – Little bags, purses, brooches, hair accessories, key rings, gift bags, tags,
    • Clothing items such as gloves, hats, scarves, – if making clothing PLEASE inc the ball band or let us know so we can pass this info on to those who buy. xxx
    • Bunting – everyone LOVES bunting. This could be sewn, knitted, crocheted etc.
    • Pocket friends, no bigger than palm size. Would suggest cute.
    • Book marks
    • Covered tape measures
    • Sewing type needle cases
    • Wreaths
    • Coasters
    • Cards
    • Lavender bags
    • Pencil/ hook cases
    • Hair accessories
    • Brooches
    • Keyring/bag tags
    • Pin cushions
    • face scrubbies
    • Covered notebooks
    • Animal headbands
    • Lovely lovely things!
    • Woolly, fabric, embroidered, beaded, ALL crafty crafts welcome!!

    The Event itself..

    November 10th – 17th The event itself will take place as usual all online through a Facebook event page and an Auction site attached to this website.

    Just a few items from 2024 to give you an idea!

  • Item 310. Nancy the chicken

    Item 310. Nancy the chicken

    Spring Craft Sale 2025. Item 310. Nancy the chicken

    Auction Image

    Starting Bid: £8.00

    Refresh BidGoing for £25.10 Winning: Sharon

    Auction Closed

    Ending On: 23 March 2025 9:00 PM

    She’s beautifully made. A very gentle soul who’d like to come and live with you. Yes YOU. She measures approx 32x38x18cms. We love Nancy

    Terms: spring25

    1. Sharon bid £22.10 on 19 March 2025 11:31 AM
    2. Emma Gillott bid £20.10 on 18 March 2025 7:17 PM
    3. Adrienne bid £15.10 on 18 March 2025 7:16 PM [auto]
    4. Emma Gillott bid £15.00 on 18 March 2025 7:16 PM
    5. Adrienne bid £8.00 on 18 March 2025 12:13 PM

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    From: UK

    To: Worldwide

    Payment Details

    Pay via PayPal : admin@woollyhugs.com We are a Cooperative account in the name of Woolly Hugs Account number: 65579631 Sort code: 089299 Please add a note with your name. If you would rather send cash or cheque (payable to Woolly Hugs) please do to the address below, please include your name. We will let you know it has arrived safely. Woolly Hugs c/o 22 Bridgeman Road Teddington TW11 9AH

  • Item 323. It’s a Summer Tortie Wreath!

    Item 323. It’s a Summer Tortie Wreath!

    AUCTION LOT

    Thank you so much lovely Ali O.

    Spring Craft Sale 2025! Item 323. It’s a Summer Tortie Wreath!

    Auction Image

    Starting Bid: £8.00

    Refresh BidGoing for £100.09 Winning: Sally Hulse

    Auction Closed

    Ending On: 23 March 2025 9:00 PM

    Item 323. It’s a Summer Tortie Wreath!
    Look at the lil fella on his swing with butterflies and flowers all on a sunny day. It’s beautifully crocheted and measures 25cm in diameter. Adorable or what?!!!! Just bloomin MARVELLOUS!

    AUCTION LOT

    Thank you so much lovely Ali O.

    Terms: spring25

    1. Sally Hulse bid £100.09 on 23 March 2025 8:59 PM
    2. Sophie bid £82.67 on 23 March 2025 8:57 PM
    3. Sally bid £62.41 on 23 March 2025 8:44 PM [increased max bid]
    4. Sally bid £62.41 on 23 March 2025 8:42 PM
    5. Sophie bid £60.10 on 23 March 2025 8:38 PM
    6. Sally bid £55.11 on 23 March 2025 6:49 PM [auto]
    7. Delia bid £55.01 on 23 March 2025 6:49 PM
    8. Sally bid £50.10 on 23 March 2025 6:49 PM [auto]
    9. Delia bid £50.00 on 23 March 2025 6:49 PM
    10. Sally bid £31.39 on 22 March 2025 5:51 PM [auto]
    11. Sam bid £31.29 on 22 March 2025 5:51 PM
    12. Sally bid £25.10 on 20 March 2025 7:53 PM [increased max bid]
    13. Sally bid £25.10 on 18 March 2025 7:08 PM [auto]
    14. Pauleen bid £25.00 on 18 March 2025 7:08 PM
    15. Sally bid £23.10 on 18 March 2025 7:07 PM [auto]
    16. Pauleen bid £23.00 on 18 March 2025 7:07 PM
    17. Sally bid £22.11 on 18 March 2025 6:15 PM [auto]
    18. Anne-Marie bid £22.01 on 18 March 2025 6:15 PM
    19. Sally bid £18.12 on 18 March 2025 6:15 PM [auto]
    20. Anne-Marie bid £18.02 on 18 March 2025 6:15 PM
    21. Sally bid £15.10 on 18 March 2025 6:14 PM [auto]
    22. Anne-Marie bid £15.00 on 18 March 2025 6:14 PM
    23. Sally bid £9.10 on 18 March 2025 2:03 PM
    24. Pauleen bid £8.10 on 18 March 2025 1:59 PM
    25. Fizzy bid £8.00 on 18 March 2025 12:34 PM

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    From: UK

    To: Worldwide

    Payment Details

    Pay via PayPal : admin@woollyhugs.com We are a Cooperative account in the name of Woolly Hugs Account number: 65579631 Sort code: 089299 Please add a note with your name. If you would rather send cash or cheque (payable to Woolly Hugs) please do to the address below, please include your name. We will let you know it has arrived safely. Woolly Hugs c/o 22 Bridgeman Road Teddington TW11 9AH

  • Item 322. Such an adorable little rabbit in a suitcase with a whole wardrobe of clothes!

    Item 322. Such an adorable little rabbit in a suitcase with a whole wardrobe of clothes!

    AUCTION LOT

    Thank you so much lovely Julie G.

    Spring Craft Sale 2025! Item 322. Such an adorable little rabbit in a suitcase with a whole wardrobe of clothes!

    Auction Image

    Starting Bid: £10.00

    Refresh BidGoing for £62.10 Winning: Valleri

    Auction Closed

    Ending On: 23 March 2025 9:00 PM

    Item 322. Such an adorable little rabbit in a suitcase with a whole wardrobe of clothes! This is astonishing. Beautifully sewn. Tiny tiny work. Such talent. She is jointed and very friendly. What a gift this would make! The bunny herself is approx 24cm tall. But she’s quite wriggly. Love, love, love!

    AUCTION LOT

    Thank you so much lovely Julie G.

    Terms: spring25

    1. Valleri bid £62.10 on 19 March 2025 12:22 PM [auto]
    2. Valleri bid £61.10 on 19 March 2025 11:09 AM
    3. Fiona Margerison bid £50.10 on 19 March 2025 8:36 AM [increased max bid]
    4. Fiona Margerison bid £50.10 on 19 March 2025 8:35 AM
    5. Valleri bid £50.00 on 19 March 2025 8:34 AM [auto]
    6. Fiona Margerison bid £50.00 on 19 March 2025 8:34 AM
    7. Valleri bid £35.10 on 18 March 2025 3:08 PM [auto]
    8. Mhairi bid £35.00 on 18 March 2025 3:08 PM
    9. Valleri bid £25.10 on 18 March 2025 2:56 PM
    10. Mhairi bid £10.00 on 18 March 2025 12:12 PM

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    Pay via PayPal : admin@woollyhugs.com We are a Cooperative account in the name of Woolly Hugs Account number: 65579631 Sort code: 089299 Please add a note with your name. If you would rather send cash or cheque (payable to Woolly Hugs) please do to the address below, please include your name. We will let you know it has arrived safely. Woolly Hugs c/o 22 Bridgeman Road Teddington TW11 9AH

  • Item 308. Super sturdy tote bag with pups!

    Item 308. Super sturdy tote bag with pups!

    AUCTION LOT

    Thank you so much lovely Barbara O’C (the legend of Bovington)

    Spring Craft Sale 2025! Item 308. Super sturdy tote bag with pups!

    Auction Image

    Starting Bid: £5.00

    Refresh BidGoing for £10.10 Winning: Petra

    Auction Closed

    Ending On: 23 March 2025 9:00 PM

    Item 308. Super sturdy tote bag with pups! Matches the next item too. Beautifully made and lined in the paw print fabric as shown! Gusset so it stands beautifully. Measures approximately 35cm by 26cm. One for the canine fans!

    AUCTION LOT

    Thank you so much lovely Barbara O’C (the legend of Bovington)

    Terms: spring25

    1. Petra bid £6.10 on 20 March 2025 6:41 PM
    2. Hilary W bid £5.00 on 18 March 2025 4:23 PM

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    Pay via PayPal : admin@woollyhugs.com We are a Cooperative account in the name of Woolly Hugs Account number: 65579631 Sort code: 089299 Please add a note with your name. If you would rather send cash or cheque (payable to Woolly Hugs) please do to the address below, please include your name. We will let you know it has arrived safely. Woolly Hugs c/o 22 Bridgeman Road Teddington TW11 9AH

  • Item 304. Stunning wrap/shrug in white.

    Item 304. Stunning wrap/shrug in white.

    AUCTION LOT

    Thank you so much

    Spring Craft Sale 2025! Item 304. Stunning wrap/shrug in white.

    Auction Image

    Starting Bid: £8.00

    Refresh BidGoing for £19.09 Winning: Mhairi

    Auction Closed

    Ending On: 23 March 2025 9:00 PM

    Item 304. Stunning wrap/shrug in white. I have really struggled taking a photo of this beauty and doing it justice. It would be perfect for any summer event/holiday or just at home. Lightweight and cosy. . It’s a long oblong, joined as shown bottom left to create a sleeve. Absolutely gorgeous and so beautifully knitted. Measures 60cm deep. Super! Gentle machine wash and drape to dry.

    AUCTION LOT

    Thank you so much

    Terms: spring25

    1. Mhairi bid £12.60 on 21 March 2025 7:05 PM
    2. Anne-Marie bid £8.00 on 18 March 2025 6:16 PM

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    Pay via PayPal : admin@woollyhugs.com We are a Cooperative account in the name of Woolly Hugs Account number: 65579631 Sort code: 089299 Please add a note with your name. If you would rather send cash or cheque (payable to Woolly Hugs) please do to the address below, please include your name. We will let you know it has arrived safely. Woolly Hugs c/o 22 Bridgeman Road Teddington TW11 9AH