This lovely idea came from Chichester Diocese. The idea is that members produce either by knitting, crocheting, quilting, sewing or by card, STARS!
The design is up to you. Then come a sunny day in mid-December, when there is no wind, either hang them or ask someone else to hang them, on bushes, low tree branches or place them on gate posts, for children to find them on their way home from school.
On each star attach a loop, and on that loop, a small business size card with one side saying
“This star is a gift with love from Mothers’ Union.
Please take me home and put me on your tree.”
On the other side
“Mothers’ Union is a Christian organisation supporting families
We wish you and your family a Happy Christmas
www.musuffolk.org.uk
Please ensure this message is typed for clarity.
In John 8:12 Jesus says “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” So, let us ‘Shine A Light’.
You can download a pattern for a knitted star here.
Photos by Jeanette Appleton