DOZENS of hand-needled blankets for people in need have been crafted ahead of a crochet event in Frankston next month.
As part of Frankston’s South Side Festival in early May, keen crochet enthusiasts will take part in the “The Big Crochet Day In”. More than 60 blankets have already been created, each taking around 70 hours.
The Community Crochet Project was spearheaded by local artist Jade Lees-Pavey. Supporting organisations include Knit One Give One, Mums Supporting Families in Need, Frankston Community Health Centre, Mornington Community Support Centre, and Frankston Hospital.
The crochet event will take place on 9 May. The event concludes with a colourful parade of joined blankets, which will eventually be distributed to those in need before winter.
First published in the Frankston Times – 28 April 2026