As part of our Fourth Annual Knit + Crochet with Purpose we are delighted to introduce our Gather to Give Series. Gather to Give is a series of FREE events where participants will learn how to make and collectively create port pillows. A port pillow is a small pillow that attaches to a car’s seatbelt to protect and cushion a chemotherapy port. The ports can be very painful to the touch. The port pillow shields the port from pain, pressure, and rubbing during car rides. These pillows can be easily knitted, crocheted or sewn.
Pattern for Sewing a Port Pillow
Pattern for Crocheting a Port Pillow (Coming Soon)
Join Us!
Gather to Give
February 3, 2026
Join us Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at the Tecumseh Musgrove + Company location (135 E. Chicago Blvd., Tecumseh) from 5-7pm. We will have a tutorial on how to sew these pillows, and then we will enjoy a cozy night together as we work on our projects. This is a very simple pattern, only basic-level sewing skills are needed.
You are encouraged to bring your own fabric and materials—this project is perfect for using up scrap fabric. Velcro and stuffing will be part of the project; some will be provided for practice, but you’re encouraged to bring your own if you’re able. Please plan to bring your own sewing machine if you have one. If you don’t, the instructor will have three machines available to share during the class, and we’ll rotate so everyone has time to sew. This is a free, volunteer-led event, so materials may be limited.
5-7pm
March 3, 2026
Join us Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at the Tecumseh Musgrove + Company location (135 E. Chicago Blvd., Tecumseh) from 5-7pm. We will have a tutorial on how to knit and crochet these pillows, and then we will enjoy a cozy night together as we work on our projects. This is a very simple pattern, only basic-level knitting or crochet skillset is needed.
You are encouraged to bring your favorite yarn color. However, if your yarn stash is getting low, we will have an assortment of yarns available for use. You will need to bring your own needles and hooks. Note that our yarn is mainly worsted weight, so please plan your needle and hook size accordingly.
5-7pm
April 7, 2026
Gather with us at the Tecumseh Musgrove + Company location (135 E. Chicago Blvd., Tecumseh) to celebrate the last day of our Knit + Crochet with Purpose Drive. Enjoy a cozy night of knitting, crocheting, and sewing as we finish up our projects together during a community-wide craft-along.
We also invite you to attend so that we can celebrate YOU and the generosity of our crafting community. We can’t wait to meet you, craft with you, and then thank you by spoiling you a bit. You’ll be able to enter a free raffle to win gifts like a Strawberry Blue Farm Yarn Basket, Musgrove + Company coffee gift, and more!
5-7pm