You know the phrase “better late than never”?  That’s what we’re saying this week as we honor Breast Cancer Awareness month, which has been going on all October long.  On our sister sites, AllFreeCrochet, AllFreeKnitting and FaveCrafts, we’ve been featuring pink projects for the past month and we hope you’ve found something fun to craft to raise awareness of this important cause. In case you missed it, here’s a quick recap of some of the pretty pink projects that have been featured this month:

Pink Hope Scarf:

Felted Ribbon Pattern:

Crochet Chemo Cap:

Crystal Breast Cancer Awareness Bracelet:

This is such a hugely important issue that affects so many people.  Everyone knows someone who has been impacted by this disease and it’s crucial to raise awareness in any way we can.  For us crafters, it might be through our creations.  Whether you make jewelry, knit scarves or crochet caps, there are many creative ways get out the message about the importance of early breast cancer detection.  You might think it’s just a little thing to make a pink bracelet or to crochet a pink scarf, but in reality it’s just as important as any other action to raise awareness of breast cancer.  Imagine how powerful it would be to see every person in your office wearing something pink. It would be a stunning show of support for those affected by this disease and would be a powerful visual reminder that we are all connected because we all know someone who has or has had breast cancer.

I’ve been amazed to see all of the wonderful pink creations that you guys have been making this month.  Keep up the good work!  I was also surprised to find out that even celebrities are getting involved in the cause, and through crafting too!  I recently came across this book, Celebrity Scarves 2: Hollywood Knits for Breast Cancer Research, where 20 celebrity knitters share their favorite scarf patterns and offer personal stories as well.  I think it’s such an awesome thing that these Hollywood stars are doing, especially since a portion of the sales go to the Avon Foundation, the foremost nonprofit agency advocating a cure for breast cancer.  So not only are these celebs raising awareness of the disease, they’re also sharing their passion for crafting while at the same time raising money for breast cancer research.  Such an awesome idea!  If you’d like to support the cause and find out what famous people like to knit, you can get the book on CutRateCrafts.

While I was on the CutRateCrafts website, I also came across some other wonderful ways to contribute to the cause.  I hope you find something that tickles you pink!  And remember, even though October and Breast Cancer Awareness Month are almost over, that doesn’t mean you have to stop crafting pink.  You can support the cause all year long with these project ideas!

Knit for a Cause Kit – This kit from Lion Brand teaches you to knit quickly and easily.  The kit includes two skeins of pink Fun Fur yarn, pink knitting needles, a large-eyed blunt needle for finishing as well as fully illustrated beginner knitting instructions for making a pink scarf.  The kit also contains a laminated self-exam guide.  A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.

Breast Cancer Awareness Twin Top Box – This limited-edition storage container from Art Bin is perfect for organizing your craft supplies and a portion of the proceeds benefit the National Breast Cancer Foundation.

Breast Cancer Keychain – Show your support wherever you go with this classic pink ribbon keychain made of durable baked enamel.

Have you made anything pink for Breast Cancer Awareness?  What did you make?

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