Shoebox Resources

 We know that knitting is a very popular pastime amongst our supporters.

Unfortunately, we cannot export hand knitted stuffed toys, but here are some of the items that are suitable for shoeboxes. If you enjoy knitting, why not have a go? They are all tried and trusted patterns made many times by our volunteers teams across the UK.

The clowns were so popular last winter and playing with a glove puppet has been found to be very therapeutic for a child suffering from trauma or isolation – the puppet becomes a little friend to talk to.

If you have a knitting pattern that you would like to share with others email it to info@samaritans-purse.org.uk as a pdf with a digital photo if possible.

Why not join our  Facebook fan page and let us know what you've been putting in your shoebox.

Download our knitting patterns 

Knitted Purse

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This purse would be great for any girls box - why not put a little surprise inside?

Wrist Warmers

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This pattern has proved very popular amongst OCC supporters in Cumbria, very easy to knit, warm - and trendy!!

Bangle Bags

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Here is a simple idea from Diana Colman in the Bristol area.

Cuddly Snake

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Two versions of a snake-(NB not recommended if your boxes are going to Africa....)

Teddy Bear Hand Puppets

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A great alternative to stuffed knitted teddies - which we cannot accept in shoeboxes

Beanie Hat

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The children will love the cheerful colours in this one....

Knitted bag

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Another rather fetching item for a girls box...

Stretchy Hat

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This hat fits most children as it is very stretchy - so suitable for all the categories of shoeboxes.

Knitted Clown Hand Puppets

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Very popular with all ages

Elephant Hand Puppets

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This is a fun alternative to the teddies