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Cross-Border Quilters Offer Hugs of Comfort
29 Oct
Summary
- Quilters from NY and Prescott, Ont. unite for support.
- The effort provides handmade quilts to those affected.
- Donations are accepted for materials and shipping costs.
A significant cross-border effort is underway to support Canadian military members and first responders affected by a fatal fire at CFB Wainwright. Watergirl Quilt Co. in Prescott, Ontario, has partnered with approximately 50 quilters from New York to create handmade quilts.
This initiative began after Quilts of Valour Canada requested 400 quilts for those impacted by the tragedy on October 17. Michelle Peters, owner of Watergirl Quilt Co., expressed a strong desire to help, stating, "When you wrap that quilt around, you think of it as a hug."
American quilters, including the Wild Wacky Women of Wadhams from Ogdensburg, are contributing their skills and materials. Linda Richardson, a member of the group, highlighted the universal nature of compassion, "There are people in the world who care about each other, and it doesn't make any difference your political [views], your country, it is a gift of love."
In Prescott, the goal is to complete at least 30 quilts, with many already in progress or finished. These quilts will be delivered to Alberta to provide solace to those recovering from the incident. Quilts of Valour Canada is also accepting financial donations to aid with material and shipping expenses.
