Hi All,
New procedures and reduction of deliveries by Australia Post have meant that mail is taking longer than it used to take to arrive at its destination, wherever that is. As we rely on sending satchels and crests etc around Australia for our projects we have decided that we would like to get a better understanding of how long things are taking to reach you.
From now on, we will include the date the letter or parcel is sent on the back of the envelope.
What we'd love you to do:
When you receive mail from HQ, please send us an
email at friendsofahq@gmail.com letting us know:
- The date shown on the back of the envelope.
- The date you received it
Your feedback will help us build a clearer picture of mail delivery times and identify whether there are any ongoing delays or issues.
Thank you for taking a few moments to help us with
this. Your feedback is much appreciated!
PRIORITIES
Our priority requests this week are Requests number 1 –8 are on deployment. The benefit to their morale from receiving a parcel from us cannot be overstated.
9- 11 are the last remaining of the 15+ offer. These have been sitting on the request list for a long time. It would be good to get these done and off to them.
12-16 are on deployment, however mail is slow to reach them. Mail is not reliable enough to their locations; they have given us Australian addresses. We would like them to be able to get their parcels not long after they are home. It is often said that returning home from deployment can be the hardest part of the deployment so receiving our parcels then is also a very positive experience.
It would be great if you could grab one of these requests and get them in the mail as soon as possible.
As always, the requests are listed in priority order. There are many new and interesting requests that have come on this week.
Please let me know if you can help.
POST BY DATE
The post by date for all Requests on this list
is 15 Dec 26 please, or earlier if you can manage this. If you cannot make that
date, please let me know. Do reach out if you have any timing issues and we’ll
resolve one way or the other. In fact, if you are going to be late posting it
please let me know BEFORE you post it. Also, if this time frame is too tight
for you, there are options, just email me to discuss, thank
you.
Request
Information
When selecting a request, remember, you do not have
to include everything they have asked for. Footy quilts do not need to have the
logo or even the team’s name. Using the team colours is all that is required.
Simple is perfectly acceptable. A number of these requests have given you
favourite colours as well as footy teams or other hobbies and interests. It is
fine to make a quilt using their favourite colours but please include at least
one of their interests. It is fine to keep it simple.
If there is more than one request on this list that
you would be happy to do, I suggest that you send me a list of requests and
tell me how many you want to be allocated…. i.e. one of the following
please…. There are always a few requests that everyone wants to do (and I
can never pick them) so if the first one you ask for is taken then I can
allocate another from your list if I have a list.
Any queries you might have, please don’t hesitate
to contact via the AHQ email as per usual with any queries and we will assist
you from there. We may not know the answer, but it will be our pleasure to
research and get back to you.
A reminder, when you are ready to post the quilt or
laundry bag you’ve created, please use the name given you in any
correspondence with the admin team. This helps the volunteer admin
team keep a track of what’s been sent etc.
CPL Wanda Quilt
TG 3456
AFPO XX
ADF
Sydney NSW 2890
Also, please use the Aussie Heroes PO Box address
on your parcel in the event the parcel is Returned to Sender - the PO Box is a
safe place in the event of any mishaps with postage.
Aussie Hero Quilts (and Laundry Bags)
PO Box 248,
Cherrybrook, NSW 2126
Don’t forget to take a photo of your completed
quilt or laundry bag to email to AHQ with the name of the
recipient and we can include in the Weekly Dispatches blog and add to the tally
of quilts and laundry bags sent off to the troops. I personally love
viewing the photos of those projects dispatched – so inspiring.
If you are using an AHQ supplied prepaid satchel,
please kindly use the AHQ address for the return address– also for your own
packaging – if a parcel is Returned to Sender it is likely we can expedite its
journey to the recipient from Sydney.
Please also please hold on to the Tracking number
(the pink sticker that you should remove before posting – we’ve experienced
mail delays lately (haven’t we all?) and having the Tracking number is very
reassuring to keep an eye on the parcel’s progress in arriving at its
destination.
Don’t forget, if you look at today’s Request List
and need help choosing, please feel free to get in touch to discuss, we will be
ready to reply and offer guidance by email. Our goal is to help you find a
request that you will be comfortable with doing. If you need a crest etc we may
be able to post embroideries / printed fabric images or email some of these to
you.
Helpful info may be gleaned here
http://aussieheroquilts.blogspot.com/2019/07/information-post-for-those-that-sew-for.html I
look forward to seeing the photos of completed quilts and LBs when they are
ready to post off.
PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE copy the ENTIRE line if you
wish to nominate for a quilt or laundry bag.
For example….
Marvel Theme. Ironman
M LB 1
This is really important to make sure that neither
you nor I copy the wrong number which could lead to me giving you the wrong
details for specific request. If you find it hard to copy and paste,
please copy the line out as above.
Decoding The Columns
The first column is the theme or preferences
requested.
The second column indicates the gender of the
recipient.
The third column is as follows.
B=both quilt and laundry bag (feel free to nominate
to JUST do the laundry bag if you wish)
Q= just a quilt
LB = just a laundry bag
F= female
M= male
Please let the Admin crew know if you have any
other questions....Just email friendsofahq@gmail.com
Looking forward to seeing what you want to make
this week. Happy stitching!
Cheers,
Jan-Maree
P.P.S.
Don't forget to check out AHQ on the Blog, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter
|
Rainbow 6 Siege & Grand Theft Auto (X-Box
games) |
M |
LB |
1 |
|
Navy badge |
M |
Q |
2 |
|
Earthy, sandy tones with Middle East
Region/Arabic patterns with Cobra Snakes and Scorpions and Camels,
memorabilia of Middle East Deployment |
F |
B |
3 |
|
Rising Sun |
M |
B |
4 |
|
Rising Sun |
M |
B |
5 |
|
Rising Sun |
M |
B |
6 |
|
Rising Sun |
M |
B |
7 |
|
Rising Sun |
M |
Q |
8 |
|
Rising Sun |
M |
Q |
9 |
|
RAAF badge with service details |
M |
Q |
10 |
|
Rising Sun |
M |
Q |
11 |
|
Disney/Pixar Themed |
M |
Q |
12 |
|
Rising Sun with details |
M |
Q |
13 |
|
RAAF Crest |
F |
B |
14 |
|
Warhammer 40K |
M |
B |
15 |
|
Rising Sun |
M |
Q |
16 |
|
RAAF & 2 SQN Crests, Wedgetail Aircraft, 2
Squadron themed |
M |
Q |
17 |
|
Lightening McQueen from Cars |
M |
Q |
18 |
|
RAAF & 2 SQN Crests, Wedgetail Aircraft, 2
Squadron themed |
M |
Q |
19 |
|
Toy Story Themed |
M |
Q |
20 |
|
RAAF & 2 SQN Crests, Wedgetail Aircraft, 2
Squadron themed |
F |
B |
21 |
|
RAN class |
F |
Q |
22 |
|
RAAF crest |
F |
Q |
23 |
|
Rising Sun with personal details |
M |
Q |
24 |
|
Rising Sun |
M |
Q |
25 |
|
LB - Aviation Themed |
M |
Q |
26 |
|
See info sheets (2) |
M |
Q |
27 |
|
Hawthorn Hawks |
M |
Q |
28 |
|
Masters of the Universe (He-Man) Theme |
M |
B |
29 |
|
Brisbane Bronco's NRL Club colours and logo
themed |
M |
Q |
30 |
|
Indiana Jones themed |
M |
Q |
31 |
|
K-POP Demon Hunters themed |
M |
Q |
32 |
|
Wedge-tailed eagles/NRL: Melbourne Storm themed |
M |
Q |
33 |
|
Gold Coast Titans NRL Club colours and logo
themed |
M |
Q |
34 |
|
Middle Eastern themed with earthy tones and
touches of blue/green and Arabic patterns/designs |
F |
Q |
35 |
|
Large REGT Badge with an Australian flag below |
M |
B |
36 |
|
Mermaids and Tropical Islands |
F |
Q |
37 |
|
Mice and Submarines |
M |
Q |
38 |
|
Army war dog riding a hammerhead shark |
M |
LB |
39 |
|
Navy Crest |
M |
Q |
40 |
|
Hammerhead Shark in a kennel |
M |
Q |
41 |
|
Marlboro Reds |
M |
B |
42 |
|
Leeds United |
M |
B |
43 |
|
NFL Denver Broncos |
M |
Q |
44 |
|
Papaya Salad |
F |
B |
45 |
|
Brisbane Broncos |
F |
Q |
46 |
|
Philippines Theme |
M |
Q |
47 |
|
Bag - Seattle Sea Hawks NFL |
M |
Q |
48 |
|
Quilt -Brisbane Broncos |
M |
B |
49 |
|
Geelong Cats |
M |
Q |
50 |
|
Rising Sun with details |
M |
Q |
51 |
|
Air Force themed in blues, |
M |
Q |
52 |
|
Rising Sun with details, |
M |
Q |
53 |
|
One side - Sanemi from Demon Slayer |
M |
LB |
54 |
|
Shipwrecks and Sirens |
F |
LB |
55 |
|
Red bull Ampol racing |
M |
Q |
56 |
|
Brisbane Broncos |
M |
Q |
57 |
|
Warhammer 40k (Adeptus Mechanicus) |
M |
B |
58 |
|
RAAF Crest |
M |
Q |
59 |
|
Beach themed with waves, sunset and palm trees. |
F |
Q |
60 |
|
90s Romcom Movie inspired (DVD covers or movie
posters). |
F |
Q |
61 |
|
Star Wars themed |
M |
Q |
62 |
|
Greek Themed (café or beach) |
M |
Q |
63 |
|
Island "time" themed |
M |
Q |
64 |
|
Fishing themed with fish and sharks. |
M |
Q |
65 |
|
NRL Melbourne Storm themed |
M |
Q |
66 |
|
NRL Panthers themed. |
M |
Q |
67 |
|
Galaxy themed. |
M |
Q |
68 |
|
Ocean and sea |
M |
Q |
69 |
|
Capybara themed with them all over |
M |
Q |
70 |
|
Pink theme - Jessie and Bullseye (from Toy Story)
with a small hot pink cactus and yellow horseshoe |
F |
Q |
71 |
|
Beach themed with waves |
M |
Q |
72 |
|
Patrol Boat Motif, with HMAS Cape Hawke Badge |
M |
Q |
73 |
|
Rising Sun with details |
M |
Q |
74 |
|
RAN Crest |
M |
B |
75 |
|
RAN Crest |
M |
Q |
76 |
|
RAN Crest |
F |
Q |
77 |
|
Beer themed with nickname |
M |
Q |
78 |
|
Deep Water Fishing |
M |
Q |
79 |
|
Formula 1 with nickname |
M |
B |
80 |
|
Surfs Up movie themed |
F |
Q |
81 |
|
90s theme kids (e.g hungry caterpillar) |
F |
Q |
82 |
|
RAN Crest |
M |
B |
83 |
|
RAN Crest |
M |
LB |
84 |
|
Yellow front |
F |
LB |
85 |
|
Australian White ENSIGN FLAG (this is the Navy
ensign) |
M |
B |
86 |
|
Mountains |
F |
Q |
87 |
|
Marine animals |
M |
Q |
88 |
|
RAAF Crest (new) |
F |
B |
89 |
|
NRL theme Cowboys/Maroons |
M |
LB |
90 |
|
RAAF crest (new) |
M |
B |
91 |
|
RAAF Crest (new) |
F |
B |
92 |
|
RAAF Crest (new) |
M |
B |
93 |
|
RAAF Crest (new) |
M |
B |
94 |
|
Something sky themed with a religious Cross |
M |
Q |
95 |
|
RAAF Crest (new)
|
M |
B |
96 |
|
RAAF Crest (new) |
M |
B |
97 |
|
Pale blue and pale green, |
F |
B |
98 |
|
RAAF Crest with OP Beech underneath |
M |
B |
99 |
|
RAAF Crest (new) |
M |
B |
100 |
