Fleece Blankets

Here's another service project.  This one requires a little more preparation and extra precautions, but the patients really enjoy it!

Materials:
Fleece
Fabric Marking Pencil
Scissors (BE CAREFUL WHO YOU GIVE THEM TOO!!!)
Ruler

Description:
Have the patients make Fleece blankets to donate to the Crisis Nursery or a local children's hospital.  Begin by using the ruler to cut lines one inch apart along the edges of the blanket.  Afterwards, tie each strip into a knot.  Continue until all four edges of the blanket is done.

Discuss the importance of service and what it's like to both give and receive service, and how that impacts mental health.

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