Get crafty this Kidsmas and raise money to help Barnardo’s support vulnerable children
Barnardo’s is calling on creative people to get crafty this Christmas time by stitching, glue-gunning, knitting, and sewing, all to raise money for its Kidsmas appeal.
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or new to crafts, there are crafty ideas for everyone to get involved with.
And by taking part you can help vulnerable children feel included in the magic of Christmas, and access the support they need all year round.
With the help of the experts at CraftWorld and designer Sue Stratford Barnardo’s has five free crafty designs for people to choose from, including sparkly cards, a cute, crocheted snowman, a cuddly knitted snowman, fun felt decorations and a Christmas cross stitch design.
You can download your free Kidsmas craft designs from the Barnardo's website, along with tips and tricks to help you fundraise along the way.
By getting involved you are also supporting vulnerable children in the UK. You can donate, raise money online or make as many Kidsmas snowmen as you can and sell them to friends and family, or in schools, stores, and local businesses.
And why not get your friends involved in the festivities too by sending them a pattern and competing against each other to see who can make the biggest crafty snowman squad and raise the most money?
Every penny raised will go towards Barnardo’s Kidsmas campaign, which will help the charity to continue providing vital support to vulnerable children, not only at Christmas time but all year round.
Barnardo’s interim Co-CEO Michelle Lee-Izu said:
“For lots of children, Christmas is a time for family, festivities and fun. But for many of the vulnerable children Barnardo’s supports it often comes with serious challenges.
“This year, with, poverty, bereavement, mental health issues, loneliness and abuse having risen in the wake of the Covid pandemic, even more children will be deprived of the chance to enjoy the festive season.
“That’s why this year’s Kidsmas campaign is so important, and your involvement in Crafty Kidsmas can make a massive difference. By knitting a snowman, creating your own cards, having fun with felt, or even just by buying a craft from a friend, you could help spread a little Christmas magic to vulnerable children this year, and help Barnardo’s to support them all year round.