Hearts for Hospice
The members of Greater Kansas City Needlepoint Guild initiated a project in 2015 to fulfill a need at a local hospice center. When a resident passes away, a heart is placed on the door to remind passersby to be respectful of those mourning. The beautiful needlepoint heart is then given to a family member and becomes a cherished remembrance. Recipients have commented about the thoughtful gesture and the peace it provided.
The project was so successful that Hearts for Hospice, Inc. was formed and incorporated as a 501(c)(3) organization with tax exampt status as a public charity. As of 2024, the organization is distributing four dozen hearts per month to local Kansas City hospice centers and to Veterans receiving care at home.
For additional information, email heartsforhospiceofficial@gmail.com
Stitch-in
Please consider joining us for a public stitch-in on the following dates at KC Needlepoint, 8050 Wornall Road, Kansas City MO. We gather from 10 am - 2 pm. Stay the entire time or drop by for an hour or two.
October 19, 2024
February 15, 2025
June 7, 2025
August 16, 2025
October 4, 2025
Stitch a Heart
All you have to do is stitch the heart; we will provide the finishing! We love receiving hearts from all over the United States and around the world. Here is a template for the recommended heart size.
Supplies Needed for Hearts for Hospice
Uncut skeins of Perle Cotton sizes 3 and 5 (any and all colors!)
18-count canvas (minimum size accepted 8" x 8")
8" Stretcher bars sizes
Stitched hearts: be creative! This is an opportunity to use up threads or try out a stitch you've always wanted to try
If possible, please include an uncut skein of size 3 perle cotton for the cording for your heart
Monetary donations accepted for supplies: checks should be payable to "Hearts for Hospice"
Contact us at heartsforhospiceofficial@gmail.com if you can help with this meaningful philanthropic endeavor which provides much comfort to families and friends grieving the loss of a loved one.
If you know of a shop or a guild that would like to participate in Hearts for Hospice, please get the contact information to heartsforhospiceofficial@gmail.com and information and materials will be provided.