Atoo Mary

Uganda
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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.”


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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!