Special Olympics Georgia 40th Anniversary Celebration

"Special Olympics Georgia is looking for volunteers to knit or crochet scarves for our 40th Anniversary Celebration during State Indoor Winter Games to be held Jan. 21-23, 2011. The pattern is up to you and the size we would like is 6" by 4-5", red or red/white. Our goal is to be able to provide each of the 1,400 Athletes with a scarf during Opening Ceremonies for them to then wear throughout the weekend."

The organization is looking to receive the majority by Dec. 17 so they will know how many to expect. The scarves must reach the Atlanta location by January 14th, the latest deadline.  Also there are places they can be dropped off: Needle Nook on Briarcliff, Whole Nine Yarns in Woodstock and The Café at Barnes Noble in Forum in Norcross (ask for Michelle). In addition, they can be mailed to the address below.

Jennifer Daniell, Grants & Events Mgr

SOGA

4000 Dekalb Technology Parkway

Suite 400 Bld. 400

Atlanta, GA  30340

If you can help please call Jennifer at Special Olympics Georgia

 770-414-9390 ext.110
Fax: 770 216-8339

For more details, or you can email Jennifer

jennifer.daniell@specialolympicsga.org
www.specialolympicsga.org

Here are some lovely examples:

Yarn Projects From the Heart - Special Olympics Scarves

Knitting Today! Magazine Pattern: Heart Hat and Double Knit Scarf

Hand Knitted Red and White Scarf from Kiosk

Peppermint Swirl Special Olympics Scarf

Interviw with designer Fernando Perez of Aldo Fernando

Gorgeous lace knit tank from the Aldo Fernando label.

Aldo Fernando is a new label, based in Atlanta, Georgia, on the rise of something fabulous. Unique Baby Alpaca fibers crafted in Peru for the ultimate experience in cultural luxury. I had the fantastic opportunity to interview designer Fernando Perez:



What are your three favorite fibers or textiles to work with?
Alpaca, alpaca-silk and cottons (modal, Pima and organic)

What is your fashion philosophy (what are your strongest feelings about fashion)? I love incorporating vintage pieces into an everyday look.

What are some of the first things you think of when you start to create a design?
To come up with the right piece that works for any and every boutique clientele.

Do you believe that any woman of any size can look sexy?
Yes

Do you have a favorite piece from your own collections?
I like the capes because they flatter any age, size and shape.

What fashion designer or label do you admire?
Christian Dior

Speaking of your fashion designs, are you working on or thinking of anything new and innovative for the future?
Always.

What is your favorite type of dress to create?
A-line

What kind of woman wears your designs?
Women of any age, with a young spirit.

Contact information:

fernando@aldofernando.com

404-944-2702