The official death toll of the tragedy, which took place in the early hours of 14th June, stands at 80, although police have warned that this could rise. Many residents who escaped lost everything in the fire. Knit for Peace responded to requests for knitted blankets and trauma teddies for the victims and will be sending knitting kits to survivors to help them "feel the calming effects of knitting".
Knitters are asked for a £5 donation to download each of the three patterns.
The patterns are:
Beaded Crochet Collar
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Comfy Crochet Cowl
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Moroccan Tile Wrap
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Download your favourite or all three here.
Knit for Peace is always keen to accept donations of new and unworn hand knitted items to distribute in hospitals, prisons, women's refuges, hospices, refugee centres and developing countries.
The charity if currently looking for gifts of warm adult clothes, bed socks, scarves, adult hats and large blankets. Information on how to donate is on Knit for Peace's website.
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