Loose Ends

Our first project from Mexico! This quilt was submitted by Donya, begun by her grandmother, matched with a piecing Finisher from Mexico, and then sent to a U.S. finisher for quilting. Then returned back to Donya through three other people, challenging logistics, but we got there! 🇲🇽 🇺🇸 🪡 🧵 #looseends

Carlyn carried her grandma Berdina’s unfinished blanket for 20 years, hoping it could be finished. Loose Ends Project finisher Caroline picked up where Berdina left off. Now it’s ready to pass to Carlyn’s daughter—Berdina’s namesake.

"When Meredith saw the finished sweater she was moved to tears. When she learned that her mother’s sweater didn’t follow the written pattern, she was surprised! Her mother was innovative." — Mercedes

Mercedes (Loose Ends finisher) spent 25 hours completing this sweater.

Rachel (Loose Ends finisher) is a pro. She needed to remove some of the original crafters’ stitches and fix them, something that can be a bit stressful. “Because we were local, Judy and I were able to have a tea and visit. It was lovely.” — Rachel

Rachel spent about 20 hours on this project.

Jillian spent about 100 hours finishing this blanket for Erin. “Weaving in 352 ends on 44 granny squares took forever.”

This project was started by Aunt Dottie for her grand-niece Ella, but she died before she was able to finish it.

This book is gorgeous.

"This quilt was begun by my mother who passed away in 2024. I found it in her sewing room. I think it may have been for my wedding but I didn’t end up marrying the guy and I think she set it aside and didn’t go back to it."

This quilt was completed and returned by Loose Ends finisher Evelyn.

We call doilies the cilantro of the crochet world…. Folks love them or they don’t!!! Doily fan here though 🩷 (I have an collection from estate sales
And FB marketplace).

The last few years of her life, washcloths were her easier, comforting, go-to projects. It tickled her that we found so many uses for them. But we had to promise we would never use them as doilies." — Nancy

"To have been a part in finishing Lyn’s knit work was an honor." — Melanie

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Cocoknits x Loose Ends launch a new product to help keep your crafts organized & your details in one place. @cocoknits.bsky.social

FREE Cocoknits pattern when you buy a Project Keeper or Folders & Tags! Visit cocoknits.com and add the pattern of your choice. Use code: CocoknitsPK at checkout.

"While not a large project, it was still important to my mother to be able to have it finished and given to Jake while she was still around. Deb did a great job of tidying the edges before applying a binding. It looks so good. " — Beverly

This quilt was completed by Loose Ends finisher, Deb.

"I love that the littlest ones in our family will get to experience my grandmother’s skill and her love. Additionally, it was amazing to get to wear the blue sweater. It smells like her home." — Emily

These three sweaters were completed by Loose Ends finisher, Jessica, who spent 4 hours on them.

We finish all textile crafts. :)

Faelyn’s Nana Bev was vibrant and loving. She taught Faelyn to cross-stitch at 11, and they bonded over fibre arts. Bev began this faerie piece as a grad gift before illness took her. Thanks to Loose Ends finisher Kaylee, it’s now complete!

Nancy spent about 50 hours finishing this quilt. “Surprising Kip was so much fun. He had no idea what Jane and I were up to. His mom did the most amazing handpiecing work I have ever seen. Some of her fabrics were incredible. Working on this project was an honor.”

For anyone still on Instagram, there is a beautiful video of Anne opening this up

“My mother, a skilled knitter, offered to make this sweater for my daughter, who fell in love with the pattern as a teen. Not long after starting the sweater, Mom exhibited signs of dementia.” Anne

Elsie spent 120 hrs finishing this sweater, and made two hats for the family with the leftover yarn!

So grateful to @makersmercantile.bsky.social and to all of the people who bid on handmade samples in their fundraiser auction to support Loose Ends. 🩷 From the bottom of our hearts, thank you.

Cathy, my daughter, died at 27 years old from a heart problem. She enjoyed knitting sweaters, afghans, hats, and scarves. All were gifts.” — Barbara

Jess, Loose Ends finisher, spent 75 hours finishing this cable sweater.

"I’d love to be able to pass this on to [my aunt]. This quilt was the last project started by my great-grandmother. She has been holding on to it and would love to have it functional now that she is spending more time at home." — Emmett

This project was finished by Jean, Loose Ends finisher.

“My mum, Kaye, is the original knitter, her Alzheimer’s means she can no longer knit. Luckily Mum is still with us and is still able to appreciate and enjoy the finished product.” Mel (Australia)

Nan (Finisher) spent about 10 hours finishing this up.
#aussieknitters #kindnessofstrangers #looseends

“When you feel the very tight hug, that’s where she left off.” — Phyllis.

@stringtheoryyarnco #fairisle #kindnessofstrangers #looseends

Jessica spent 50 hours completing this blanket for Susan.

"From the top down, the organization is one of kindness and caring, respectful of the piece and the loved one who began the project. Now we have a beautiful family heirloom for the next generation." — Susan

"I had to learn a new skill to do it, so that was a bonus! Thank you for this organization and the joy it brings to both sides!” - Rebecca

"This piece is a labor of love and brings fond memories of when my mom was living." — Yumi

Rebecca spent about two hours completing this for Yumi.

This pattern is the Lamia Wrap by Toni Lipsey. It was finished by Loose Ends finisher, Julie, in the UK.

“During a very difficult time, the whole experience has been so positive. Julie completed the project so quickly. She even sewed on a small button to indicate where she took over.” - Ben

“My mom started a baby blanket in 2020 for her first grandbaby, but she passed away suddenly that June. I’m now expecting my first child and deeply miss her. Today, finisher Sasha completed the blanket, marking where Mom’s stitches ended and hers began. This keepsake means the world to me.” —Heidi

Today’s the last day to bid on 23 hand knit and crocheted items and support Loose Ends! @makersmercantile.bsky.social is hosting an auction of their handmade samples and that’s why they are our best friends in the whole wide world. Looseends.org and click on the big button that looks like this. 🩷

Some recently finished projects, completed by volunteers and returned to families all done! #kindnessofstrangers #handmade #looseends

Christmas in September! More recently finished projects, completed by volunteers and returned to families all done! #kindnessofstrangers #handmade #looseends