Stitch by stitch: Caxton cares blanket drive nears completion

The Citizen

23-05-2025

AS the South Coast and Southlands SUN wraps up the Caxton Cares Square by Square Project, the office is filled with a heartwarming sight – a mountain of handmade blankets symbolising the love, care and creativity of a community united for a worthy cause.
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With just two weeks left until the official closing date on June 2, a total of 271 blankets have been collected so far. Several outstanding blocks still need to be sewn together, but the project has truly come together one stitch at a time.
'I have a tremendous amount of pride and gratitude in my heart,' said SUN editor, Roelien D'Amico. 'Not only because we managed to bring the knitting and crocheting community together, but also because you have supported me in my dream to bring joy and warmth to others. This project has been years in the making, and I'm extremely proud of what we have achieved together. Thank you.'
D'Amico encourages knitters and crocheters to deliver their completed blankets to The Mudpie Co at 771 Marine Drive, The Bluff, or to the SUN office at 33 Main Road, Doonside, Amanzimtoti, by June 2.
'We need to get a final count for auditing purposes and to ensure that each blanket goes to a deserving recipient,' she said. 'If you know of someone in the community who would benefit from a warm gesture, please email your suggestion – along with a short motivation and contact details, to [e-mail]. Our goal is to deliver the blankets throughout the month of July.'
As part of the project wrap-up, winners of vouchers from Pia Health and Beauty Spa, Coffee Theatre, and Clear Waters Spur will also be announced.
For further information or assistance, contact Gerda Mac Gregor at the SUN office on 031 903 2341, WhatsApp [phone], or email [e-mail].
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