Crocheting Pamela hands over 500 jerseys to Tambo Babies project … and she’s not done yet!
Pamela is already crocheting more jerseys and is using sponsored wool to make them
Pamela Hallett said that God’s grace made it possible for her crochet more than 500 jerseys for needy babies.
She joined Tambo Babies Boksburg last year and donated her 500th jersey to the organisation in the beginning of April. The 68-year-old began to crochet for charities three years ago, after she retired.
A friend at church then asked Pamela to crochet for Tambo Babies and she began to make her “designer” baby jerseys.
“I just kept on going. It’s a blessing to be able to help others. As long as I have wool, nothing is going to stop me from crocheting jerseys. I’ve got enough wool to keep me busy for two weeks. I’m dedicated to the organisation, and I will continue to assist them,” the Sunward Park resident and retired medical worker said.
Pamela is already crocheting more jerseys and is using sponsored wool to make them.
“I make the jerseys from the wool that was donated to Tambo Babies. The organisation supplies the wool and I crochet the jerseys. I basically use any type of wool that people donate, as long as it’s not too thick,” Pamela added.
She emphasised that to her, the most important thing is to assist people in need.
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“It’s not about me, it’s about helping others. I couldn’t have done it without those who supported me. My goal is to enable these mothers to leave the hospital with dignity,” she said.
Pamela’s mom taught her to crochet when she was eight.
“My mom was 95 when she still crocheted scarves for underprivileged people. I’ll have to thank her when I go to heaven one day.”
Tina Moolman, from Tambo Babies, expressed her gratitude towards Pamela for her contribution.
Tambo Babies was launched by Deacon Barbara Morrison in 2013 when she heard the plight of newborn babies being discharged from hospitals wrapped in newspapers and bin bags. Every two weeks, with the help of the community, church members and various organisations, the organisation hands out hampers of basic clothing, blankets, baby wipes and other products to the mothers of the newborns.
Anyone who is interested in donating the above items or contributing to the sustainability of the project may contact Tina on 073 345 1419.
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