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From: cshortsew
Date: 02-20-2007, 06:09 PM (1 of 12)
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Many of you know that I work with children who have autism. This year I am trying to get a team together for the Autism Speaks walk for autism research. My daughter, granddaughter and I will be attending a lunch tomorrow about the walk which is in April. The following pictures are of a pin I am making for everyone who walks with us, an eyeglass holder made with the autism ribbon and an outfit for my granddaughter. http://i53.photobucket.com/albums/g59/cshortcrochet/2007/AutismpinFeb.jpg http://i53.photobucket.com/albums/g59/cshortcrochet/2007/AutismeyeglassholderFeb.jpg http://i53.photobucket.com/albums/g59/cshortcrochet/2007/AutismawarenessoutfitFeb.jpg cshortsew
Projects Completed in 2007: Sewing: biscuit quilt, 7 baby dress sets, piggy pillow, 7 baby pants, eyeglass holder, purse, 5 baby outfits, toddler dress set Crocheting: red purse, piggy slippers, sweater shawl, 5 pr. sock trims, 89 squares, baby sweater, 2 afghans, toddler harness, baby poncho, baby dress Other: 14 Autism pins Works in progress: Sewing: toddler overalls & shirt Crocheting: vertical stripes afghan |
User: cshortsew
Member since: 06-28-2006 Total posts: 380 |
From: MaryW
Date: 02-20-2007, 07:40 PM (2 of 12)
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Very nice, I love the outfit. Autism is a major topic in our family as well.
MaryW
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User: MaryW
Member since: 06-23-2005 Total posts: 2542 
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From: lizzybugsmommy
Date: 02-20-2007, 08:54 PM (3 of 12)
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Carol that is great. I have worked with a child with autism. It was very stressful. I hope you have great success in your effort to raise awarness. Bless you Catherine Catherine
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User: lizzybugsmommy
Member since: 05-20-2006 Total posts: 207 |
From: PaulineG
Date: 02-20-2007, 11:11 PM (4 of 12)
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My son has aspergers which is similar to autism (some say a milder form of) so I'd like to say thank you to you for your efforts to raise awareness. We don't have (yet) any campaigns such as this in Australia but I'll certainly keep my eyes open for the ribbons - they really catch the eye and you've combined them nicely with the outfit. Pauline
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User: PaulineG
Member since: 09-08-2006 Total posts: 901 |
From: pretnichols
Date: 02-20-2007, 11:18 PM (5 of 12)
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Carol, whre did you get the ribbon? I am helping fundraise for someone who is doing the "cure autism now" walk in May. I'd love to find some ribbon, possibly locally. BTW - beautiful items! Peggy
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User: pretnichols
Member since: 10-16-2005 Total posts: 342 |
From: esrun3
Date: 02-20-2007, 11:28 PM (6 of 12)
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Very nice! Love the outfit. You are an inspiration to all of us!
Lyn
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User: esrun3
Member since: 12-02-2004 Total posts: 2345 |
From: IsabelleB
Date: 02-21-2007, 06:45 AM (7 of 12)
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You did such a nice job! Kudos.
Isabelle
Sewing blog: Kitty Couture |
User: IsabelleB
Member since: 10-25-2006 Total posts: 265 |
From: cshortsew
Date: 02-21-2007, 08:39 AM (8 of 12)
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Wow, I love hearing from other people involved in raising awareness about autism (really I'm sitting here teary eyed). Also thank you everyone for the compliments on my sewing. I purchased the ribbon locally at Ragshop and Joann Fabrics. I also saw it at AC Moore a few months ago when I was visiting in South Carolina. I have occassionally seen some on ebay. There are also several websites that sell premade items with the autism ribbon logo, the one I have ordered from is www.autism-awareness.com. I don't know of any organizations in Australia either, but there are some in the UK and Canada, hopefully there will be more in other countries as well, since autism is not restricted to the USA, UK and Canada. Thank you again and to those of you living with autism you have my admiration and prayers. cshortsew
Projects Completed in 2007: Sewing: biscuit quilt, 7 baby dress sets, piggy pillow, 7 baby pants, eyeglass holder, purse, 5 baby outfits, toddler dress set Crocheting: red purse, piggy slippers, sweater shawl, 5 pr. sock trims, 89 squares, baby sweater, 2 afghans, toddler harness, baby poncho, baby dress Other: 14 Autism pins Works in progress: Sewing: toddler overalls & shirt Crocheting: vertical stripes afghan |
User: cshortsew
Member since: 06-28-2006 Total posts: 380 |
From: cshortsew
Date: 02-21-2007, 03:19 PM (9 of 12)
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Here are a couple pictures of my granddaughter wearing the outfit, that's me holding her. http://i53.photobucket.com/albums/g59/cshortcrochet/2007/NicoleautismlunchFeb212007.jpg http://i53.photobucket.com/albums/g59/cshortcrochet/2007/NicoleautismluncFeb212007.jpg cshortsew
Projects Completed in 2007: Sewing: biscuit quilt, 7 baby dress sets, piggy pillow, 7 baby pants, eyeglass holder, purse, 5 baby outfits, toddler dress set Crocheting: red purse, piggy slippers, sweater shawl, 5 pr. sock trims, 89 squares, baby sweater, 2 afghans, toddler harness, baby poncho, baby dress Other: 14 Autism pins Works in progress: Sewing: toddler overalls & shirt Crocheting: vertical stripes afghan |
User: cshortsew
Member since: 06-28-2006 Total posts: 380 |
From: MaryW
Date: 02-21-2007, 03:41 PM (10 of 12)
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Pauline, I have two grandkids with Aspergers. One lives with my husband and I.
MaryW
owner/editor of Sew Whats New |
User: MaryW
Member since: 06-23-2005 Total posts: 2542
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From: PaulineG
Date: 02-21-2007, 04:07 PM (11 of 12)
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I've heard you mention him from time to time. I believe he also has ADHD as well? My 11 yo has both Aspergers and ADD (no H as he is not hyperactive thank goodness). We seem to be doing okay with the ADD (he takes medication and there are many useful strategies) but are still struggling a lot with the social dilemmas that aspergers brings. We are very lucky though and changed his primary (elementary for you I think) school last year and are having an excellent year this year for his last year before high school.
Pauline
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User: PaulineG
Member since: 09-08-2006 Total posts: 901 |
From: MaryW
Date: 02-21-2007, 04:53 PM (12 of 12)
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That is wonderful. School is such a challenge too. My grandson will start high school in September. Gr. 10
MaryW
owner/editor of Sew Whats New |
User: MaryW
Member since: 06-23-2005 Total posts: 2542
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