Those of us who knit know that there is a limit to what we can make for our families and friends before they come to dread receiving gifts from us. We also know that, unless they ask for it or really seem to need it, people won't really wear or use the things we surprise them with (exception: blankets and baby things).
My Grandmother was a knitter for something like 70 years, and she used to knit preemie hats for local hospitals. I have been doing this for a while now too, and they are quick and fun to do (though old ladies in the airport always give me that "are you an unwed mother?" look).
For those who have the time and the heart for it, here is another knitting project that is actually really cute and helpful. I came across this today: a request for knitters to make penguin jumpers for those birds who have been affected by the oil spill in New Zealand. The pattern is there too as well as a photo of a penguin in his new outfit.
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