Many of you might remember that in 2009 and 2010 we added a very special challenge to the Pink Slipper project. We provided filled Christmas Stockings to many children that would be spending Christmas in a domestic violence shelter.
This year (2011) we're doing it again. Since we're getting such a late start I've already chosen a shelter in Maine (near Rachel) and then will add general gender and ages for our local shelters. We will find a welcome home for every single stocking and then some! This is one of our favorite challenges!
We'll also provide slippers and care kits for the moms this year. We have a lot to do in 6 weeks!
CHRISTMAS STOCKING CHALLENGES for 2011 - We'll be servicing 2-3 local Domestic Violence Shelters and one in Maine - Due Date on or before December 7th.The earlier the better. (Date has changes due to travel plans) Please make your pledge today and we'll add you to the list! Email: info@thepinkslipperproject.org
Personal Care Kits for Moms
Pledged 2 personal care kits - Sarah Deshazo - Thank You!
Pledge 1 Care Kit for Mom - Leana Albuquerque - Thank You!
Pledged 1 Care Kit from Mom - Maria Defusco - Thank You!
10 Infant Girl Stockings - age 6 months - 2 years - - Thank You!
Pledged 1 filled Stocking - Jennifer White - Cottage Flair - Thank You!
Pledged 1 filled Stocking - Christine Knapp - Thank You!
Pledged 1 filled Stocking - Lynn from Tresbelle Boutique - Thank You!
Pledged 1 filled Stocking - Gail Brown - - Thank You!
10 Infant Boy Stockings -age 6 months - 2 years - - Thank You!
1 infant boy stockings pledged - BLR Marketing Team – CT - - Thank You!
Pledged 1 filled Stocking - Gail Brown - - Thank You!
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Filled Christmas Stockings - See below for stocking stuffer ideas.
25 Girls Stockings - age 2-6
Pledge 1 filled stocking - Annie Guthrie - - Thank You!
Pledged 1 filled stocking - Kim M. Gagnon - - Thank You!
Pledged 1 filled stocking - Leana Albuquerque - - Thank You!
Pledged 1 filled stocking - Maria Defusco - Thank You!
Pledged 1 filled stocking - Joann Collins - - Thank You!
25 Boys Stockings - age 2-6
Pledged 1 filled stocking - Annie Guthrie - - Thank You!
Pledged 1 filled stocking - Jennifer White - Cottage Flair
Pledged 1 filled stocking - Kim M. Gagnon - - Thank You!
Pledged 1 filled stocking - Leana Albuquerque - - Thank You!
Pledged 1 filled stocking - Sarah Deshazo - Thank You!
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25 Girls Stockings - age 7-10
3 Filled Stockings Pledged by Rachel Terrill. Thank You!
2 filled stockings Pledged by Amy Wilson
Pledged filled stocking - Rose Colagiovanni
Pledged 1 filled Stocking - Lynn of Tres Belle Boutique
25 Boys Stockings - age 7-10
Lynn - Tre Belle pledged one filled stocking - Thank You
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25 Girls Stockings - age 11-13
Pledged 2 filled Girls Stockings - Ann Trimble - - Thank You!
Pledge 2 stockings Katie DiBacco Williams - Thank You!
25 Boys Stockings - age 11-13
Pledged one filled stocking - Lynn of Tres Belle Boutique - Thank You!
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25 Girls Stockings - age 14-17
Pledged 1 filled Stocking - Diane Regula AC4C - Thank You!
Pledged 2 filled Stockings - Karen Mae - Thank You!
Pledged 1 filled Stocking - Denise Rand & Grandsons - Thank You!
25 Boys Stockings - age 14-17 Ideas for filling stocking: Gift Cards, Small toys, Books, Puzzles, Puzzle Books, Music CDs, Toiletries, Art supplies, Hats, Mittens, Jewelry, Cosmetics, Hair accessories, Christmas Candy, Hair brush, Small arts and craft kits, bath puff, bath products, etc. Just try and make sure that what you fill the stocking with is age appropriate. This is a wonderful thing that you're doing. Just imagine the child opening your stocking on Christmas morning. Imagine the joy and excitement. Just follow your heart and the stocking will be perfect. Please do not wrap the items that you purchase to fill the stockings. The moms will need to see what is inside and then they can wrap if they'd like to wrap. Please ship stockings to:
Pledge 2 stockings Katie DiBacco Williams - - Thank You!
The Pink Slipper Project
111 Huntington Rd
Colonial Heights, VA 23834
If you can help with this challenge, please e-mail us at info@thepinkslipperproject.org with your pledge.
Thank you to all that have already pledged your contribution. We'll be warming hearts and toes for sure with this challenge.
Warmest Thanks,
Joyce Lucas
RAG STOCKING INSTRUCTIONS (optional)
Whether you are making a rag stocking for a Pink Slipper challenge, or using it for your own holiday decor, I think you'll agree that the rag stocking is super easy to make and super cute.
Start with your favorite stocking pattern or sketch a simple stocking pattern. Ours is 21" from cuff to toe and 17 1/2 " from cuff to heel. (unfinished) 19 1/2" - 15" (Finished)
CUT 2 - Primary Fabric
CUT 2 - Coordinating Lining Fabric
CUT 2 - Batting
Once all pieces are cut, layer as shown. You'll have 2 identical sections, each containing 3 layers. Make sure that your primary and your lining fabric are facing out. You will not be turning after stitching.
Stitch across the top of each 3-part section - 3/4 " from the upper edge. This will give you your guide for ragging the cuff.
Fold 2 1/2" contrasting cuff to the outside. Pin both 3-part sections together - cuff to the outside. Start Stitching at upper corner of cuff - 3/4 " from the edge. Stitch around the entire stocking.
Clip edges, almost up to seam - approx. 1/2" between each clip. Fluff with fingers when clipping is completed.
Stitch on a small length of ribbon at upper cuff for hanging the stocking.
Stockings Must arrive here in the PSP studio by December 15th to give us a chance to get them shipped and to their destination on time. ~ Thank you.
Crafting in The Hive
Thank you so much. Your continued support is such a blessing.
Joyce Lucas, Founder
The Pink Slipper Project
Posted by: Joyce Lucas | 11/03/2011 at 04:18 PM
We would like to pledge a girls 2-6 Christmas stocking.
We loved helping out last year.
Joann Collins
Posted by: joann10 | 11/03/2011 at 08:31 AM
Thank you Ann Trimble for your pledge of 2 filled stockings.
Warmest Thanks,
Joyce Lucas
Posted by: Joyce Lucas | 11/02/2011 at 05:58 PM
Thank you Kim. I've added you to the list. If you'd like yours to go to the Maine Shelter, we'll need to be sure that we have your donation earlier in December.
Warmest Thanks!
Joyce Lucas, Founder
Posted by: Joyce Lucas | 11/02/2011 at 05:51 PM
I would like to donate a stocking to a boy 2-6 and a girl 2-6. I would love for it to go to a Maine shelter. Thank you.
Posted by: Kim M. Gagnon | 11/02/2011 at 04:23 PM
2 girl stockings age 11-13
Posted by: Ann Trimble | 11/02/2011 at 10:55 AM