Scrappy helps with the "Boo Bankie Project."

My dear friend, Sally, called this afternoon just to chat and I told her about my new project.  I'm making blankets from 2 layers of fleece fabric with cut tassels knotted around the perimeter.  My hope is that the blankets are something the first responders can use to comfort children traumatized by an accident, fire or medical emergency in their home.

I recently presented the idea to our Fire Chief, Greg Borton, here in Odell.  He in turn presented it to his team and they loved the idea.

Sally thought they also would be appropriate for shut-ins.  It's a good thought.

The project is in the early stages.  Thoughts that come to mind are things like: What if this really takes off?  How will I find volunteers to help me?  What about donations of fabric or money to buy fabric?  Will I have to file to become a charitable organization?  If anyone has any ideas or suggestions, I'd love to hear from you.