After the death of her mother at eight years old, Mary went to live with her brother and his wife where she worked by fetching water, digging and cooking. Mary recalls being very ill-treated by her brother’s wife, which eventually led to many health complications such as chest pains and pneumonia. As a cry of desperation, Mary came to the KK Uganda office where she was given a place in the program as a beneficiary. She can now feed her children, pay for adequate medical care, and send them to school. Her worries of the future have now subsided.
DREAMS FOR THE FUTURE
“My future dream is to save money and start up a business that can supplement my salary. I also want to buy a plot of land and build a house for my children.”
INTERESTS & HOBBIES
“My most enjoyable activity is keeping the compound neat.”
MESSAGE TO KK intl.
“I would like to thank you all for the financial support you are providing. May God bless you abundantly.”
Previous Thank Yous
Scarlett
December 26, 2019
Thank you! I love my hat!
Scarlett
December 26, 2019
I love my hat! Thank you!
Kendra
January 20, 2019
Thank you for the beautiful hat! Good luck making your dreams come true! You will succeed!
Diana Greggs
December 22, 2018
Thank you so much for making my beautiful beanie - you are very talented!!! Wishing you the best in life for you & your family♡♡♡
Tami
April 2, 2018
Thank you very much for my wonderful hat. I will think of you and pray for you whenever I wear it. I hope your dreams come true.
Shannon
January 8, 2018
Thank you for my wonderful hat! It’s the nicest hat I ever had.
Hanna Bishop
January 27, 2017
Dear Atoo Mary,
I just received my hat and I cannot thank you enough for your beautiful work!
It is really helping to keep my head warm in the cold winter here in The Netherlands.
I am so happy to hear that you have found security and comfort through working with KK Intl. Keep working hard and dreaming big and I know that plot of land, house and independent business will come your way!
Best wishes to you and your children. May God bless you all abundantly!
With love,
Hanna
Rowena Innes
December 25, 2016
Dear Atoo Mary
Happy Christmas ! I bought a beautiful crochet bag for my daughter whilst travelling onboard Fathom! You are very talented and I hope you continue to make beautiful products! Much love and God bless from the Innes family in the UK xx
Emily Stolte
October 13, 2015
Dear Atoo Mary,
My name is Emily and I live in Canada. I bought one of the hats you made from a store in Jasper, Alberta and I absolutely love it! I only just found out about Krochet Kids and it is an amazing company! I love your story and find it very inspirational. Thank you again for the beautiful hat, you are very talented!! May God bless you and your family!
Colton Jordan
July 21, 2015
Dear Atoo,
My name is Colton Jordan. I absolutly love the hat. And id love to hear more about your story. I find it so inspirational and empowering to hear what you've been through and how you've overcome it. It really puts life in perspective. it shows that what I've gone through in my life doesn't even compare to your struggles. Thank you so much for letting people know your story.
Richard Hand
January 23, 2015
Dear Atoo Mary,
I Iive in NYC. I bought one of the hats you made from a Store in NYC, Story. My partner Joanne and I have a knitwear company and really appreciate your talent and efforts. We are currently working with a women's coop in Peru. We hope to start working with more fair trade coop's in the future.
Have a great day!
LOVE MY HAT!
Richard
Patty Nikolich
October 20, 2014
Mary,
I just purchased a hat that my daughter had asked for for her birthday.(the Waldo) I just found out about Krochet kids and its an awesome company! It makes me happier that I can help you as well! The hat is beautiful and is even more special because you made it. I wish you love, laughter and many blessings. you are very talented !
xoxoxo
Jonathan Tyte
April 24, 2014
Thank you so much for the awesome bowtie that you made! I'm wearing it tonight to my school's end of semester banquet! I'm gonna look schnazzy! May God bless you and your family!
Gabrielle Leon
March 20, 2014
Your story along with everyone else's is touching. Thank you very much for my new beanie. It absolutely lovely and i wear it almost everyday. It was given to me as a present for my 15th birthday by my friend. Thank you and best wishes
- Gabby (Maine, USA)
Lauren
March 19, 2014
Thank you for the beautiful hat, Atoo Mary! I bought one of the Juliets. It's gorgeous! I can't wait to wear it.
Janelle Lockwood
March 7, 2014
Hello! Thank you so much for the gorgeous hat-- I got the Betty. I can't wait to wear it to school! God bless :)
Danielle D
January 15, 2014
Received the hat you made as a gift, it's perfectly warm for work (I work out doors and it's freezing!), as well as perfect for getting complements.
Angela
December 22, 2013
Bought a sweet hat today that you made! I was debating between two, and the clerk told me about Krochet Kids. Decided to go with the one you made. Can't wait to wear it! Best wishes to you, and merry Christmas!
Chloe
December 6, 2013
thank you so much for making the beautiful hat. i am 9 and just learning how to knit. it is so hard but fun! and good luck to you!
Maricela Rodriguez
December 6, 2013
I've had my hat for some time now. It is definitely one of my favorites. Thank you for all you do! Wishing you the best in your dream for the future.
Ashley Gwynn
November 18, 2013
Thank you, Atoo Mary, for being an inspirational role model for more people than we realize! You are a beautiful soul. Thank you for never giving up hope. God bless you abundantly!! Much love from America.
Mimi Silver
September 19, 2013
My sister just gave me one of your hats for my birthday, it's beautiful! Thank you so much and hope all the best for you!
Rachael Riley
August 8, 2013
Thank you so much, Atoo Mary. I love my new Head Band, and I am so excited to wear it all through out the cold winter months. You are such a blessing to your Children and every one that you meet. Your hard work will some day pay off, and I will continue buying your pieces to support you and your family. God Bless you and thank you for your hard work. :)
Tyler Guthrie
August 7, 2013
Thank you Mary for the beautiful hat, I wear my hat to bed every night to sleep and it fits perfectly. I wish you the best in everything. I will definitely be ordering another hat soon :)
Kamylle Paddio
July 22, 2013
Thank You, Atoo, for my wonderful hat. I needed a hat that I could fit all of my hair into, and you made me one. :)
I bought it at The Renegade Craft Fair, and look forward to making more purchases.
Thank You,
Kamylle
Kathie
July 7, 2013
Thank you so much Mary for the hat you made, I purchased the cream Lucille and love it! The hat you made will be worn around DC! Many thanks!
Charleen
June 30, 2013
Thank you so much for your hard work! I purchased a Peach Lucille hat and it's very beautiful. I am lucky that you made it. I'm definitely going to wear it all the time.
Charleen age 15 from California
Ashtyn Gill
June 7, 2013
I recently bought a bow tie that you made as a gift for my uncle. You did an amazing job making it! You are so talented! I appreciate all the hard work that you put into making these wonderful products! I wish you all the best with your business and home! God Bless you and your family! Much love, Ashtyn
stewart dodd
May 21, 2013
Atoo your beautiful hand skills have created a cosy beanie i adore on these cold autumn mornings,
I will now have a thought for you everytime i wear it!!
May your future be all you wished for and thank you for bringing our corners of the world together
your fantastic!!
stu*
Western Australia
David Brodie
April 21, 2013
My head is warm.
Beautiful black knots.
Two lives a world apart.
Knitted.
Together.
Thank you,
David Brodie
Riverside, California
Katrina Lutton
January 9, 2013
Thank you for your beautiful work on my green bella hat! I bought it at Urbana, a missions conference in St. Louis. =D
Kayla Holdsworth
January 8, 2013
Thank you for my hat Mary! My boyfriend bought me the hat, & I instantly fell in love. It's so beautifully crafted & it keeps me quite warm. My well wishes are with you, always. <3
Bless you & your family
Kayla
Cassandra Ford
December 30, 2012
Dear Atoo Mary, thank you so much for my hat that you crocheted. It's beautiful. Honestly, at first I had no idea who it was made by, I thought it was just factory made, until my daughter told me about KKU and showed me who you are. I pray that you are able to open your own business to supplement your income. I have a husband, four children, and a granddaughter. I wish there was something I could do to help you a little more, but our lives seem so far apart and so different. If there is anything more I can do for you and your family, please don't hesitate to ask. Thank again, Cassandra Ford
Christopher Schlosse
December 29, 2012
Thank you so much for the hat. I received it as a Christmas gift and love it!
Kaitlin Karaffa
December 26, 2012
Mary, I recieved your hat as a Christmas present and it instantly made that day. I haven't taken it off since I've got it. I won't hestitate to buy another hat in the future. Thank you so much for the hat!
Autumn Franklin
November 12, 2012
Thank you so much for the gorgeous hat. Wear it almost everyday! -Autumn
Andee Woidyla
November 11, 2012
Atoo,
I would like to say many thanks for the beautiful hat you made. I am inspired by your perseverance through your hard times. Keep fighting and stay strong. Someday you'll reach your goals. And your children should be very proud of what you've done. I wish the best for you and your family. Have a wonderful life!
God bless
Daisy
September 6, 2012
Hello, mary i just received my betty hat today, and i can't explain in words how thankful i am that you made it. its my first hat every purchase, so I'm beyond excited . i can't wait for fall/winter to being. well mary i wish you and your family the best and hope one day you'll build that house you want and own that land. take care and much love to you and krochetkids for making a difference.
lauren Anne Taylor
August 20, 2012
hello darling, my name is lauren. i was resently at fish fest in portland OR. and i am now a proud owner of a green Sunny (my favorate color is green so it worked so perfectly. its so very handy this time of year. thank you so much. and now when i look at it i think of you. :) live a long and happy life. and keep smiling.
Mercedes Kay Traylor
March 24, 2012
I just got my bella and I love it! Thank you and all your hard work! everytime someone ask were i got my beanie i will mention your name and that you made it! I wish you all the best!
Gia Anguiano
March 14, 2012
I recently heard of KKi and I fell in love with the idea. I just purchased a cream colored hat... Made by you! It is so gorgeous! The fit and style is amazing, and I absolutely love it. Your skill is fantastic, so I want to thank you! Thank you so much for the wonderful hat, I will always cherish it. I hope you are doing well! xxx
Keila Reyes
March 3, 2012
Hi Mary. This is my first hat I've purchased and I love it. I normally don't wear hats but when I found out I have the oppurtunity to help an indivual by purchasing a hat: I didn't hesitate to purchase one. Thank you for the effort and love you put in to making this wonderful hat I will wear with pride always thinking of the person who made it. One thousand Thanks, take care and keep up the wonderful work. I really appreciate it.
Kylie Large
February 22, 2012
Hello Mary, I wanted to say Thank you for my new hat! I wear it to school a lot with my dress, since it is very warm here in Orlando, Florida. The hat is my new favorite thing to wear and I am very excited to order another one!! I love your work and wish you the best in life :)
Lori Hacker
February 14, 2012
Hi Mary- I just bought my hat this past weekend, and I absolutely love it. Thank you so much for all of the hard work that you put into it- it's beautiful! I plan to wear it often throughout this cold Chicago winter! Wishing you all the best.
Nicole Russo
February 13, 2012
I just got my hat today. It is amazing! Thank you so much! Living in New England, we have some very cold days, and I'm very excited to be able to wear my new hat. I'm going to be ordering another one soon, thanks again!!
Camryn Fode
January 24, 2012
Thanks so much for my hat. I will wear it on the cold winter days we have in North Dakota! Its beautiful I want another! I'm gonna wear it a lot. Thanks again!
Sarah Crumrine
December 25, 2011
Just got my hat today...it is absolutely wonderful. I sincerely appreciate the work you put into it and I can't wait to buy another one! It is a beautiful hat and I'm going to be wearing it as much as I can!
Katherine Nore
December 25, 2011
Hi Mary, my name is Katherine and I purchased the blue and white Thomas hat! Your work is beautiful! This will keep me cozy and warm during the terrible Michigan winters! :)
I admire all that you are doing and hope the best for you and your children! God bless and Merry Christmas!
Mary Carlson
December 24, 2011
Thank you so much Mary for the hat!! I love it so much !! It was given to me by my mother for Christmas and I'm so happy!! My names Mary to do ill keep this hat especial close to me :) it'll keep my head warm thoughout the winter and I'll be able to show it off to all my friends :) they won't have a hat specialy made like I did. I hope your family and kids are doing well, wish them happy holidays for me. <3<3<3<3
Thank you once again,
Mary age 17
andrew coren
December 23, 2011
My name is Andrew and I am from Chicago Illinois. I appreciate all the work you have done. I purchased the grey hat and love it. I will be looking for a navy blue soon. Thank you so much.
Sarah
December 10, 2011
Thank you so much for my beautiful hat!