My nine year old learned how to knit many months ago. Recently she had an idea to knit pink and black scarves and sell them to raise money for a cure for breast cancer. She had a meeting last week at Komen Northern Nevada to learn more about what she could do and where the money would go. After that meeting she wrote a report (with a little help) about what she learned and how she can help.
Pink Sashay Scarf – SOLD (although she has more of this yarn and can make more).
She said I can share her words here to help raise awareness about breast cancer and her new business venture.
Knitting for a Cure by Hayley
It was estimated that in 2010 207,090 women and 1,970 men would be diagnosed with breast cancer. Men can have breast cancer the same way women have breast cancer. Lung cancer and breast cancer are leading causes of cancer death in women in the United States. One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in the United States. Starting at age 40, women are supposed to get yearly mammograms to check for lumps in the breast area. There are about 2.5 million breast cancer survivors still standing with us today.
Pink and Brown Cowl – SOLD
People have a race to help raise money to find a cure for breast cancer. This race is called Race for the Cure and it is in October, which is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The money goes to education, screening, treatment, and research. 75% of the money stays local in Northern Nevada and 25% goes to the main Susan G. Komen foundation.
Chunky Pink Scarf – SOLD
I believe it is important to find a cure for breast cancer because it affects a lot of women. I also want to give back to my community. To help find a cure I am going to raise money for breast cancer research by selling pink and black scarves that I make. With the money raise, I will donate it to Susan G. Komen Northern Nevada. I will also volunteer at events for Komen Northern Nevada including the Race for the Cure.
Pink Scarf – SOLD
Her goal is to donate $500 to Komen Northern Nevada. She already has 2 scarves finished and more yarn to make another 5 or 6. I’ll be posting more here about her business venture and if you are interested in purchasing a scarf please let me know in the comments. All pictures were taken by Hayley.
Update… All of the scarves in this post are sold but she will be making more so please leave a comment if you are interested in purchasing one so I can let you know when more are available. Thank you all so much!
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Hayley, you are talented, kind, generous and giving. I love that you’re doing this, and I know you will hit your goal of $500!
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Twitter: TeresaThinks
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Gorgeous scarves! What a great cause, you must be SO proud of her!
I am, thank you!
Awesome, Hayley! I’d love to buy one! Make me whatever you want and I will PayPal your mom the money (or send a check – whichever you guys prefer).
Awesome! Paypal works. Thank you!
Twitter: Newlyblissed
says:
What a great thing Hayley is doing! That cause is near and dear to my heart, especially after finding out my grandma had breast cancer. Thanks to diligence on her and her doctors part, they were able to take care of it. With what Hayley is doing, more people will be able to find out earlier. Good job girly!!
I’m glad to hear your grandma was able to get help in time for her breast cancer.
Twitter: gfunkified
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That’s awesome, Hayley! Good for you. And I would love to know more about purchasing a scarf. Good luck!
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If there is a certain one from this post you would like to purchase let me know. Otherwise I’ll keep you informed whenever she makes new ones.
And thank you!
Twitter: gfunkified
says:
I love the cowl one!
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It’s yours! I’ll email you.
Twitter: Amandaaustin
says:
I want one. They are gorgeous and for a good cause. What could be better??? I’m totally serious. I’m way into scarves lately
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Let me know if there is a scarf in this post you would like to buy. Otherwise I’ll let you know when she makes some new ones.
Thank you!
I think I need a new scarf, Hayley.
Would you like one featured in this post or something different?
Twitter: KimberlyAMuro
says:
I want one!! The scarves are gorgeous and they go towards a great cause, one that is very close to my heart.
Jess, you must be so proud of her!
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I am proud! Let me know if you want a scarf from this post or something different. Thank you!
Twitter: corp2domestic
says:
I mean how awesome is that? I bet you couldn’t be prouder of your daughter! That is so sweet, and she is getting really good at knitting!
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She knits every day and it’s so awesome to see what she creates and that she wants to give back to the community.
I want one!! What a great cause and what a sweet, generous and talented daughter you have.
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Such an amazing girl you have!
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Twitter: acctodenise
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I have wanted a scarf like the Pink Sashay for a while and I think this is the perfect way for me to get one. If you are still making that one Hayley, I would be interested. You are doing a wonderful thing!
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I’ll add you to the list. Thank you, Denise!
Sign me up.
Love this.
Love you both.
Amen.
Thank you, Kimberly!
Twitter: FarewellStrangr
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First, I’m in awe that she can knit so well. But to do this is such an incredible thing. I know you’re so proud.
I’ll take one! I love the pink scarf (if it’s not spoken for) otherwise if she does another sashay that would be fantastic too.
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The pink scarf has not been spoken for yet so it’s yours. I’ll email you.
Thank you!
Twitter: elainea
says:
Wow, this is SO wonderful, Jessica and Hayley! Using your talent for good is always a good thing.
I adore the scarf you are wearing in that first photo, Jessica! I want one too!! 
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I’ll add you to the list and let you know when she has some new ones made so you can pick what you want.
Thank you!
Twitter: madwomandiary
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How fantastic. I love all of them and what a great idea.
2 of the chunky pink, Hayley, pretty please!!!
She only has one of the chunky pink scarves. It’s yours if you want it.
Twitter: NorthWestMommy
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Hayley is becoming an amazing young lady!
She sure is!
That is so awesome! You must be so proud of her
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I am!
So very awesome! I’m proud of her and I don’t even know her! You are doing it right, momma!
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Thank you!