Well, I have called for feedback about all the events of the weekend from the volunteers who attended so that we can think about improving our plans for next year, but even so, I reckon the weekend overall was a great success. I have been sorting photos and working on published blog posts that I asked various volunteers to write for us. More are coming I promise but I came across this photo. This is one load of goodies that had to be taken from my room to the Venue Room to set up for the night. My husband had to move a couple of these and then there were all the Auction and Raffle Items that were stored at another volunteer’s home.
So glad it all came together. My three meter long kitchen table is still piled with stuff that I need to sort out after coming back from Canberra on Tuesday. Hopefully by the time you read this I will have sorted it. Priority for this weekend is helping my son to move out of home (YAY) and into his own place.
Now back to business. Here are the requests for
this week.
PRIORITY REQUEST
Our first priority Request is No 1. This is for a
quilt only and this fellow is deployed for Christmas but home in January so I
really want to get his quilt in the mail to him as soon as possible.
"Aussie beach theme: e.g. sand, sun, surf,
thongs, surfboards, turtles, dolphins etc - however the quilt maker interprets
it. Rising sun badge and submariner
dolphins and HQME logo. (We can supply the badges and logo)"
Requests 2-7 are all for folk who are deployed for
Christmas, a little longer than the fellow above, and they have asked for either
quilts or bags or both and in various themes.
I would really love to get these off the request list and on to your
cutting board and sewing machine so that there is just a chance the parcels
will arrive in time for Christmas.
Please email if you are able to help. Post by date for this week is 13 December but
please send these requests as early as possible.
POST BY DATE
The post by date for all Requests on this list is 13
December 2022 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 and include only 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 PMKEYS number given you in any correspondence with the admin team. This helps the volunteer admin team keep a track of what’s been sent etc. The PMKEYS number is included in the address details we supply for your recipient e.g. the 7-digit number in bold below.
CPL Wanda Quilt 8765432
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 and PMKEYS 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 a 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
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Canberra Raiders and
Carlton Blues |
M |
Q |
1 |
|
Rising Sun, SOCOMD
Wyvern, Artillery Corps Badge, Puma UAV, Artillery Howitzer 155mm (we can
provide the Rising Sun, SOCOMD Wyvern, Artillery Corps Badge. I am also
looking for pictures of the UAV and Howitzer that I can print on fabric for
you) |
M |
B |
2 |
|
Vanuatu, Australia,
Medical, Palm Trees, Ocean, Sunset, horses, turtles |
F |
Q |
3 |
|
The beach; the
sun/sunshine; trees, plants and flowers; brown spotted dalmation; yoga. |
F |
Q |
4 |
|
Harley motorcycles, fishing,
camping, and anything outdoors. |
M |
Q |
5 |
|
North Queensland
Cowboys Rugby League or |
M |
LB |
6 |
|
blue - both the
Australian and South Sudanese flags to represent time in South Sudan, UN
Badge, (We can supply the badge, South Sudan flag is easy to applique) |
M |
Q |
7 |
|
Aussie beach theme:
e.g. sand, sun, surf, thongs, surfboards, turtles, dolphins etc - however the
quilt maker interprets it. |
F |
Q |
8 |
|
Dark navy blue, HMAS
Adelaide crest, Navy Crest. Family names (we can provide the crests and
embroidered name) |
M |
Q |
9 |
|
Brisbane Bronco's |
M |
Q |
10 |
|
NSW Blues theme |
M |
Q |
11 |
|
Blue, beach,
surfing, rowing, Carlton FC, Skiing and golf |
M |
Q |
12 |
|
Blue, Fishing and
walking his dog- jack russell cross, loves nature |
M |
Q |
13 |
|
I like the colour
blue. Poppies. Sunflowers. Aus flag. My initials. The following phrase
"TF12 Rot V 2022" with a Wyvern (We can supply the crest with the
text underneath it) |
F |
Q |
14 |
|
Black, green camo;
Military Working Dogs (we can send you some green camo to include) |
F |
Q |
15 |
|
AFL Team Melbourne
Demons |
F |
Q |
16 |
|
Top gun Maverick
theme |
M |
Q |
17 |
|
Colours: blues,
greys and dark reds. |
M |
Q |
18 |
|
RAAF crest, Air
Force, Rugby League, Brisbane Broncos, Nature, Camping, Green, Blue, Orange.
(we can provide the RAAF crest) |
M |
Q |
19 |
|
Pink and Silver |
F |
Q |
20 |
|
Blue and Green |
M |
Q |
21 |
|
Parramatta eels
themed. Navy Themed with RAN crest (We can provide the crest). Please include
letters "MCT1" |
M |
Q |
22 |
|
Rugby League
(Canberra Raiders and QLD Marroons) |
M |
Q |
23 |
|
Green / Miniature
dachshunds + submariners dolphins (We
can supply the dolphins) |
M |
Q |
24 |
|
blue, green, yellow,
AFL and camping |
M |
Q |
25 |
|
Anything in stripes
or chequers maybe with a sandman panel van on it |
M |
Q |
26 |
|
Forrest green |
F |
Q |
27 |
|
World Map, Crests
for HMAS Darwin, Newcastle, Hobart, Food, Narwhals (we can provide the crests
for the ships mentioned.) |
M |
Q |
28 |
|
Red and Black,
lifting weights, playing video games, drinking beers. |
M |
Q |
29 |
|
Marvel/Avengers,
Frozen, Dragon Ball Z |
M |
Q |
30 |
|
Blue and Gold,
Parramatta Eels, Rugby League |
M |
Q |
31 |
|
Green, Blue, Yellow
- Favourite Colours. Liverpool Football Club, Fav Sport team. Golf,
Volleyball and Football (Soccer) fav sports to play. |
M |
Q |
32 |
|
Blue/Black. Las
Vegas, Cards, Poker, Boxing, , include name |
M |
B |
33 |
|
Beach, 4wd, Emu
export |
M |
LB |
34 |
|
Black, Camo, Grey.
Demolition Ranch, The AK guy, Jack Daniels, FFG 05 (HMAS Melbourne, we can
provide the HMAS Melbourne crest) |
M |
Q |
35 |
|
Beaches, Mountains,
Forests, Sea side cliffs |
M |
B |
36 |
|
The Simpsons |
M |
Q |
37 |
|
Cats, Starwars, |
M |
Q |
38 |
|
Pink and white, I
like tropical flowers, the beach, and fishing |
F |
Q |
39 |
|
Sailor Jerry,
Nautical, World map, SE asia |
M |
Q |
40 |
|
Cronulla Sharks,
Miniature Daschunds, Beach |
F |
B |
41 |
|
Whales, space and
beach/ocean themes,initials |
F |
Q |
42 |
|
Barney The Dinosaur |
M |
Q |
43 |
|
Batman Joker, Darth
Vader Luke Skywalker |
M |
Q |
44 |
|
Winnie the pooh,
cats, pastel/baby pink, first name |
F |
Q |
45 |
|
original Ben 10 or
NBA LA clippers themed |
M |
Q |
46 |
|
Motorbikes, Sports
Cars, Japan |
M |
Q |
47 |
|
Tiger/Whale Sharks,
XXXX Gold beer, labradors |
F |
Q |
48 |
|
Red, Green, Black,
Propellors, Engines. |
M |
Q |
49 |
|
Navy Blue/Red/White,
Beach, Rugby Union, Gin, Submarines |
F |
LB |
50 |
|
dogs (cavaliers)
green, roses, sunflowers, one piece (anime) |
F |
Q |
52 |
|
Anaheim Ducks (NHL)
, Milwaukee Bucks (NBL) |
M |
B |
53 |
|
tall ships,
anchors,old ships wheel, pirates, black and white |
M |
Q |
54 |
|
Kermit the frog |
M |
Q |
55 |
|
black, rick and
morty |
M |
B |
56 |
|
Rhinos, Surfing
(pastel blue or pastel pink) |
M |
Q |
57 |
|
Australian Wallabies
(Rugby Union) & Victoria Bitter Stubbies |
M |
Q |
58 |
|
Scuba diving, ocean
themed |
M |
B |
59 |
|
Red, Adventure Dirt
Motorcycles, 4WD Adventure, Dakar Rally |
M |
Q |
60 |
|
HMAS Hobart Crest,
Ships, Sea mammals (We can provide the Crest) |
M |
Q |
74 |
|
Ships, Wakeboarding,
Scuba Diving, Ocean Themed |
M |
B |
75 |
|
Star Wars, Rick and
Morty, Black Labradors, Black Mini Schnauzer |
M |
Q |
78 |
|
Ships Doctor
"Doc", Sailing and Frangiapanis (or other tropical flowers). I like
gardening and my wife's name if possible. We have a black and tan kelpie. |
M |
Q |
79 |
|
One Piece TV Show,
St George, Metal Music, Text "FFG 06" |
M |
B |
80 |
|
Anime, Traditonal
Japananese art, Disney. |
M |
B |
82 |
|
NRL Cowboys, Red
cattle dog, Rick and Morty, Adventure time, Katana (Sword). F1 |
106 |
B |
83 |
|
My Little Pony,
MotoGP, Heavy Metal music- Favorite band is "In This Moment" |
M |
Q |
84 |
|
Forest, Playstation,
Music |
M |
B |
85 |
|
Black and white.
Japanese Oni mask and floral themed. Name
in red. |
M |
B |
87 |
|
Legend of Zelda, The
Avengers |
M |
B |
88 |
|
NRL Melbourne Storm,
Gym, Chef |
M |
Q |
90 |
|
NRL Cowboys, Golf,
Cooking, Motorbikes (nickname) |
M |
LB |
91 |
|
Blue, black, white,
NRL Sharks, motorcross, fishing |
M |
B |
92 |
|
NRL Cowboys, Marvel
& Name |
F |
B |
93 |
|
Rainbow, Mandala,
Beers |
F |
Q |
94 |
|
NRL Sydney Roosters,
travel, sunflowers |
F |
Q |
95 |
|
Yellow, Sunflowers,
Cocktails, Sunsets |
F |
Q |
96 |
|
Purple, Horses,
Harry Potter |
F |
Q |
97 |
|
Rotweillers,
surfing, VBs |
M |
B |
98 |
|
camping, farming,
sailor jerry, even some beach themes. |
F |
B |
99 |
|
Brown Cavoodle,
beach, travel and flowers,initials :) |
F |
B |
100 |
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