Leicestershire seamstress brings comfort to children with crafty creations

Lynda, who is a former nurse, crafts her creations from her home in Loughborough.

A 78-year-old who lives in Leicestershire has crafted and donated around 200 quilts and blankets to the Children and Family Service in the county.

The pieces are given to children in care, care experienced young people and children having family contact time at a local Family Hubs.

They’re made with love and offer comfort, joy, security and a physical hug to all who receive them. 

Lynda, who is a former nurse, crafts her creations from her home in Loughborough.

When asked 'Why do you make items for the Children and Family Service?'

She said: "I wanted to make things for children who really needed them; children not in their family homes, children who don’t have many things of their own.

 I have been making quilts and blankets for some years now. This included for Project Linus UK(Link is external and opens in new window) where they often went to children’s wards, and women’s refuges, because some families flee their family homes with literally nothing. I’ve probably made thousands since I started in 2018."

Nicci Collins, the children and family strategic lead for transformation and commissioning, collects the quilts from Lynda to be distributed to children and families across the county.

She said: “There are some things that most families take for granted, not only the essentials but nicer to have articles in our homes. And some of these things we attach memories to like teddies, toys, blankets and quilts.

“It is for this reason that I was thrilled when Lynda reached out to ask if she could make quilts for children who need them. And they are absolutely beautiful. I hope they bring children across Leicestershire much joy and comfort.

“I am so pleased to have met Lynda. She is just the loveliest and joyous person whose generosity is inspiring.”