Crochet daffodils raise cash for charity

PROJECT: Kath Tappin with the crochet daffodils she has made ahead of Daffodil Day. PHOTO/SUPPLIED 210813KATH

Rotorua woman Kath Tappin knows the difference the Cancer Society can make - that's why she wanted to give back.

Now she has, by making beautiful crochet daffodil brooches as a Daffodil Day fundraiser for the Waikato/Bay of Plenty Cancer Society.

"I was looking for my next craft project when I came across a pattern for crochet daffodils and I knew I had to make them," Mrs Tappin said.

"It's lovely that my little hobby has grown into a way I can support the Cancer Society this Daffodil Day."

Daffodil Day is the Cancer Society's annual appeal and runs for the month of August culminating in a street collection on Friday, August 30.

Mrs Tappin has first-hand knowledge of the work of the Cancer Society after her husband was diagnosed with bowel cancer.

"The liaison nurses in particular are just amazing. The support they offer families can really make a difference at what can be a difficult time."

Cancer Society liaison nurses are experienced cancer nurses with specialised knowledge and skills in supporting people with cancer and their families. They can offer support, advocacy and information on cancer and cancer treatment.

Mrs Tappin also used the accommodation provided by the Cancer Society when her husband had to have surgery in Auckland. "The Cancer Society was so helpful and I'm grateful for the support they gave my family. Making these crochet daffodil brooches is my way of saying thank you."

The brooches are for sale at the Rotorua office in Ranolf St for $5. The Cancer Society is a charitable organisation which receives no direct government funding.

Relying on the generosity of New Zealanders to operate, the Cancer Society provides supportive care for cancer patients, their family, whanau and friends, funding for vital cancer research and information for the public on ways they can reduce their risk of cancer through living a sunsmart, smokefree, healthy lifestyle.

All funds raised through Daffodil Day in the Waikato Bay of Plenty region stay in the area to help people in our local communities.

To donate to Daffodil Day, look out for the volunteer street collectors who will be in and around town on August 30.

Alternatively, people can make an instant $20 donation by phoning 0900 311 11 which will automatically be charged to your telephone account.

To donate from your cellphone, simply text 'daffodil' to 305 to make an instant $3 donation or you can donate online at www.daffodilday.org.nz.