Mini Hats

February 15, 2018August 25, 2022

I was sent a boxful (17 to be exact!) of these cute mini hats that were knitted specifically for baby wildlife. The group, Cuyahoga Falls Knit and Hook, made these to be used as “nests” for the baby wildlife such as bunnies and squirrel. These are going to be WONDERFUL as baby season will be here before you know it!

Donations like these little hats, terry cloth towels, cleaning and laundry detergents, paper towels and fresh produce help with the expenses we incur. (Check out our Amazon Smile wish list at: http://a.co/5CqviY4 )

Thank you for your support. ~ Fran Kitchen

Visit https://cfknitandhook.weebly.com/ to learn more about the Cuyahoga Falls Knit and Hook group.

Operation Orphan Wildlife Rehabilitation, Inc. is a 501(c)3 Non-Profit Organization and does not receive federal funding. We are supported entirely through private donations, memberships, and proceeds from our education programs. To Donate visit our website at: www.operationorphanwildlife.com

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