It’s funny how good things come from bad things

Several years ago I was in rough shape with a bad back. Lots of pain. Trying to carry on work. Reduced activity. Mostly, I could manage the pain if I laid on my left side. [I didn’t do this without pain meds]

Couldn’t lay there indefinitely and since I’m a lifelong knitter of big projects, I was a bit frustrated that I couldn’t do my normal knitting projects. However, there’s always a gift.

Hi Donna Douglas, you have our deep respect for what you are doing so willingly and with such zeal. We hope our adoption paperwork is almost complete for McKinley.  Louise and I are anxious to bring her home to meet our other little bird! Let us know what works for you. Cheers! 

My daughter Leeanna Hearn received the Hootables award this evening at her grade 12 graduation. Thank you very much to Hootables! What a wonderful gift you have given her. No words can express how much we appreciate this amazing generosity!

“Ohhhh…she’s beautiful and perfect… and her name is awesome! Also, I don’t know if you recall, but my daughter’s name is Ashleigh… this truly brought tears to my eyes… because Ashleigh and I both love purple. I love Asha… thank you! I can’t wait to hold her!!!”

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1 month ago
And now, introducing a few new owls for your enjoyment.
First, the third Wings Up! Canadian owl.  Name is Spencer, born March 18, 2025 and #3356.  See if this doesnt nudge your patriotism!

Dorothy Ann, born near the end of April, and #3352 was scooped up by Liz Moore of Bond Head.  Shes a special order gift.

And Jameson, #3351, is on his way to Scotsdale, Arizona, courtesy of Merle Miller.  Thank you, Merle.

And then theres Grey.  I just completed him on April 8, 2025 and hes 3354.  Hes sitting in a basket at Wentworth Eatery on Ross St in Barrie.

Last is Joan, born August 3, 2024 and #3265.  Joans been waiting for awhile for a home.

If any of these (that are still available) interest you, please email me at donna@donnadouglas.com.  Or, check out our new hootables.ca website.  All the wonderful retail stores who carry Hootables are listed there.

Happy Easter!

And now, introducing a few new owls for your enjoyment.
First, the third Wings Up! Canadian owl. Name is Spencer, born March 18, 2025 and #3356. See if this doesn't nudge your patriotism!

Dorothy Ann, born near the end of April, and #3352 was scooped up by Liz Moore of Bond Head. She's a special order gift.

And Jameson, #3351, is on his way to Scotsdale, Arizona, courtesy of Merle Miller. Thank you, Merle.

And then there's Grey. I just completed him on April 8, 2025 and he's 3354. He's sitting in a basket at Wentworth Eatery on Ross St in Barrie.

Last is Joan, born August 3, 2024 and #3265. Joan's been waiting for awhile for a home.

If any of these (that are still available) interest you, please email me at donna@donnadouglas.com. Or, check out our new hootables.ca website. All the wonderful retail stores who carry Hootables are listed there.

Happy Easter!
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1 month ago
Hello!  And Happy Easter!  We have had lots of adoptions this week so I thought Id share them with you.  Also, Kathy Eyers came back to Canada with three Elbows Up Canadian owls.  Before I could introduce them on Facebook, two were adopted, so Ill put their pictures here.  Were calling them our Wings Up! owls.  Kathy has asked for all my red yarn so I think well see more.

Okay, adoptions
John te Bokkel adopted the first Wings Up! owl and we called him Sidney after Crosby, the hockey player. Born April 5, 2025 and #3353  John is thrilled.

Then Barb Sinton breezed in and purchased an entire parliament of owls as baby gifts.  She chose the second Wings Up owl, named after pro hockey player Sarah Fillion.  Born March 28, and #3355.

Barb also adopted Adelaide and her daughter Julie, McKenna, Finley, and Taj.  Lucky babies!  Thank you, Barb.  Youre such a big supporter!

And then our newest sales point, Lindas Craftique, sold their first owl, Freia.  Born January 2, 2025 and #3334. Buyer is M.K.

Tony Wise at Wise Vision reported that Lincoln flew off with Lorie Acton.  Lincoln is Hootable #3206.

And Merle Miller scooped up Jameson, #3351 from Wentworth Eatery.  Jameson is off to Scotsdale, Arizona.

Thank you one and all!

Hello! And Happy Easter! We have had lots of adoptions this week so I thought I'd share them with you. Also, Kathy Eyers came back to Canada with three "Elbows Up" Canadian owls. Before I could introduce them on Facebook, two were adopted, so I'll put their pictures here. We're calling them our "Wings Up!" owls. Kathy has asked for all my red yarn so I think we'll see more.

Okay, adoptions
John te Bokkel adopted the first Wings Up! owl and we called him Sidney after Crosby, the hockey player. Born April 5, 2025 and #3353 John is thrilled.

Then Barb Sinton breezed in and purchased an entire parliament of owls as baby gifts. She chose the second Wings Up owl, named after pro hockey player Sarah Fillion. Born March 28, and #3355.

Barb also adopted Adelaide and her daughter Julie, McKenna, Finley, and Taj. Lucky babies! Thank you, Barb. You're such a big supporter!

And then our newest sales point, Linda's Craftique, sold their first owl, Freia. Born January 2, 2025 and #3334. Buyer is M.K.

Tony Wise at Wise Vision reported that Lincoln flew off with Lorie Acton. Lincoln is Hootable #3206.

And Merle Miller scooped up Jameson, #3351 from Wentworth Eatery. Jameson is off to Scotsdale, Arizona.

Thank you one and all!
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A Letter of Thanks

Where can I buy a Hootable? 

Trish Brunelle

Lori Rosanelli

Terry McNaughton 

Tony Wise

Darlene Van Oorschot 

Linda Benne Ouderkirk

Oh! Beehive

You can choose your colour. Donna chooses the owl’s name just because she gets attached to them all. The price for an adult owl is $50 and babies are $25 extra. *Babies owls are not made separately* If you’re having the owl mailed, expect to add a bit for economical courier costs, too.

Every penny raised from the sale of these owls is supporting a young person in post secondary education.

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