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Binky Patrol Beaverton Gets a Boost from Hitachi
Susan Finch
Partnering with local business to comfort children in Portland Metro area.OCTOBER 1, 2015 – HILLSBORO, OR -- Recently Hitachi HTA, Inc. of Hillsboro, awarded Binky Patrol Comforting Covers for Kids a $1000 grant to be used to purchase materials to make blankets that will be deliverd to local area children and teens who are in distress, ill, abused, homeless, and in transitional housing. The blankets are homemade and serve as a reminder to these children that they are NOT inivisible and that someone cares about them – that they matter.
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Sharing Abundance: Have Three, Share One.
Jack Perry
We all have daily opportunities to share our abundance with those less fortunate. Share some time, some resources, some money, some leadership. When you choose to share your abundance with others, everybody wins.
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New chapters, always room for more!
Susan Finch
Anyone can make a difference in the life of a child, but do you know a few people that want to help living near you? You may want to consider starting a chapter of Binky Patrol. With just a few friends, neighbors, family members you can bring bundles of comfort to children near you who are in need of a reminder someone cares. These ladies did over the past few months.
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Life Cycle of a Binky
Susan Finch
Ever wonder how a Binky is made? This is how we do it at our Bink-A-Thon events in Portland, Oregon. Lots of steps, and lots of opportunities for all ages to be involves. I will say having a GREAT power supply is VERY helpful.
Click the image at left to see the details.
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Applique ideas for weak hands
Ernalee Munday
Applique fans, there are a ton of resources out there. Some cost more than budgets allow.Ernalee Munday offers her solution.
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Drawing on Squares with Fabric Markers
Susan Finch
Two ideas to do with fabric markers and Sharpies - great for events.You will need FABRIC MARKERS, SHARPIES, cardboard or old mat board (optional), masking tape - the brown kind or blue removable, scissors, coffee cans, rubber bands and a spray bottle with denatured alcohol & water mixed. REALLY!
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Need Community Service Hours? We've got you covered!
Susan Finch
Kids, teens, adults find themselves needing community service hours from time to time. This can be for school, a service organization, referral by a local judge - it doesn't matter. We look at it as an opportunity to expose an unlikely volunteer to Binky Patrol, and show them how easy it can be to make a difference AND meet community service requirements.
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We spend the time talking to existing chapter leaders, and a new one to get both sides of this story of what it takes to start and run a chapter. Hear some stories from Binky Patrol's beginnings - Oprah, Family Circle, St. John Knits, Disney and more!
moreQuick-to-make Fleece Blanket Instructions!
Marlys Vaughan
Easy instructions for making fleece blankets.
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Step-By Step Instructions on making crocheted edging on fleece, flannel, or canvas
Samantha DeMato
This Tutorial will get you started on crocheted edging on a blanket for your local chapter! Enjoy!more
Free patterns from Yarn In Yarn Out
Samantha DeMato
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Bink-A-Thon How-To Do List: Have your own event
Miriam Siegel & Susan Finch
Learn how easy it can be to have a Bink-A-Thon. We have it all planned out with ideas based on 15 years' experience. It's fun and can be easy with a team!more
How to Make a Binky and What to do When You Are Done.
Susan Finch
This article is in answer to a many emails from people who say they want to help make blankets, but don't know how to donate them, where to send them, etc. Please read this article to get these answers.more
What's a BINKY?
A binky is a homemade blanket that can be sewn, knitted, crocheted or quilted. They range in size from 3 feet square up to twin bed size. (Sometimes we get requests for smaller binkies, 2' x 2' for our little Preemie babies, stroller size and our Binky Angels.)more
Easy Strip Pieced Blanket
Susan Finch
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Comcast Cares Day April 25 - SIGN UP NOW for Portland, OR event at Raleigh Hills K-8.
Every volunteer earns Binky Patrol $17. You can join the fun here in Portland, OR
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MLK 2015 Day of Service: Was a hit!
Susan Finch broadcasted live and daring corporations to NEEDLE their competition by challenging them to volunteer as a company. What a great way for charities to benefit! See how it's done at our Bink-A-Thon in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
This event is sponsored by The Sales Lead Management Association & Leadspace
