- Video: Interview with Christine Shively
- Link: Knots of Love Web site
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"I understand no one really realizes how tough it is to lose your hair until it actually happens," said Knots of Love founder Christine Shively.
Shively donates hats through her non-profit group. It started in her Newport Beach home two years ago after she had crocheted too many hats and didn't know what to do with them.
"A friend of mine had had cancer 21 years ago, and she says, 'You know what, when I came home after long day with my wig, I would have loved to have had a nice cozy cap to put on,'" said Shively. "And I said, 'Like a nice cozy pair of slippers?' And she said yes."
More than 200 people now volunteer to crochet or knit caps.
"I get so much out of this, being able to give back," said volunteer Marcia Jamgotchian. "And it's something fun that I really enjoy doing."
Since 2007, more than 20,000 patients have received a cap.
So far these special hats have gone to 160 cancer treatment centers across the U.S., Canada and Mexico. The group is hoping to attract more volunteers to help bring comfort to even more people.
"Having that personal touch, and looking at each of these hats knowing that someone put their love and effort into it, means a lot to me," said Manley.
- Link: Knots of Love Web site
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