Missionary Ideas

Fleece blankets are very easy to make–

–there is absolutely NO sewing involved!

What’s more, you can pick any pattern you like from your local fabric store. Fleece is usually inexpensive, but depending on the size of the blanket, it may get

expensive to ship, so think twice before mailing your missionary a new comforter for his king-size bed. Best to keep the size modest, but still warm.

In case you’ve never made a fleece blanket, I found step-by-step instructions at the following blog:

http://abigcupoftea.blogspot.com/2008/09/cozy-tie-fleece-blanket.html

Patterns Can Break Up Any Routine!

Tights serve a double purpose in the winter months: they offer extra protection from cold climates, and add a little fun to a winter wardrobe, with whimsical designs and cute patterns. You can purchase patterned tights at a myriad of department stores, or browse the aisles at Target to see what you come up with. Don’t get too wild with the patterns, but your sister missionary will appreciate something new and fun!

Paper Snowflakes

You remember these, right? Snowflakes are a great way to send love during winter months such as January, when holidays are over and it’s just plain cold! When my husband (“sort-of-boyfriend” at the time) Reed was in Brazil, I sent him a manila envelope with about a dozen snowflakes that I’d made for him, each with a cute message of love or a scripture written on it.

If sending to an older brother or sister, have the young kids especially get involved — with glitter or markers, maybe — and your missionary will love it, whether he’s in Brazil or Romania!