In addition to the standard kits, the following items are also essential in Church humanitarian efforts:
Quilts
Quilt sizes: crib (45 by 60 inches), single (72 by 90 inches, double (90 by 96 inches)
Quilt fabrics: all pre-shrunk, durable fabrics are acceptable; use acrylic yarn, #10 Knit Cro-sheen ™ crochet, or similar thread
Tie with a square knot or
international stitch; make stitches 3-4 inches apart.
Children's New Clothing
Suggested items: boys' and girls' clothing, including pants, shorts, skirts, shirts, blouses, pajamas, dresses, and underclothing.
Note: Girls in many countries wear only dresses. Simple, colorful dresses are easy to sew. Boy's pants and shirts are welcome.
Sizes: 2-14 years
Fabrics: durable and washable. Heavy polyester is excellent for boys pants and girls jumpers.
Use simple patterns. Double-stitch crotch seams, armhole seams, pockets, etc. Zig-zag or serge all edges. No zippers, buttons or strings.
Guidelines for Sewn, Crocheted and Knitted Items
Keep items simple and practical.
Use durable, washable fabric.
Sew clothing closures very securely.
Catch-stitch or safety-pin together each finished pairof mittens, slippers, booties and all other items that belong together.
Do not use buttons for eyes on knitted or crocheted toys.
If Velcro™ is used, cut into round or oval pieces.
First-Aid Items
Ace bandages
Adhesive bandages, 1 inch wide
Adhesive tape, 1 inch wide
Arm splints
Cotton balls, sterile and non-sterile
Tongue depressors.
Cotton swabs, sterile and non-sterile
Gauze pads, all sizes
Gauze rolls, all sizes
Paper tape, 1 inch wide
Materials for making casts
Other Needed Items
Infant undershirts.
Knitted and crocheted sweaters.
Flat crib sheets, 42 inches by 72 inches.
Children's pajamas (knit, flannel or cotton).
Toys: Please request separate guidelines. Patterns are available at the Latter-day Saint Humanitarian Center and on the Internet at www.providentliving.org, www.lds.org/ldsfoundation/welfare, and www.desnews.com/cn/humanitarian.
