#Detroit House

[reasonsforhope]

"According to National Coalition for the Homeless, 40% of the country’s homeless youth population is comprised of LGTBQ+ teens. 

When New York native Austin Rivers took up knitting during the COVID-19 pandemic, it was this staggering figure that drove him towards action. 

“I don’t have the capacity to build a shelter, the network or the connections to help in that way, but what I can do is knit,” Rivers told NBC News. 

“And I know that New York City is cold, so I decided I would start knitting and create this nonprofit.”

That’s when he founded Knit the Rainbow, an organization that distributes free handmade garments to those in need. 

And nearly five years after it was first created, Rivers’ knitting collective isn’t just serving the queer community in New York City.

Their nationwide network links local yarn stores and local nonprofits with over 550 volunteers from 45 states. 

As of 2024, they have collected and distributed over 25,000 winter garments — including sweaters, hats, gloves, scarves, and socks — throughout homeless communities in New Jersey, Chicago, Detroit, and beyond. 

Once clothing items are shipped to Rivers’ apartment, he works with volunteers to unpack boxes, tag and sort donations, and pack and deliver them to local shelters that provide housing to LGBTQ+ and HIV+ homeless youth. 

Although the organization’s impact is wider, and the piles of mail have grown higher, Rivers still has a hand in day-to-day deliveries. 

“We’re going to do it whether it’s rain, or snow, or shine,” Rivers said in his NBC News interview, pulling a handcart topped with boxes. 

Those clothes could be the difference between frostbite and hospitalization, especially in cities that often drop below freezing in the wintertime. 

But Rivers also noted that every handmade item — knitted, crocheted, or stitched — has a dual impact, because every piece of clothing is made with love. 

“A lot of the times, the reason that they’re unhoused is because they were kicked out by their families,” Rivers said. 

“We’re not just providing warmth, but we’re also providing that love and that compassion that they so often don’t have.” 

To the members of the community Knit The Rainbow served, he had a clear message.

“There are thousands of people out here that are constantly thinking of you and using their hands to make things for you,” Rivers emphasized. “So don’t give up. Keep going.”

To download free knitting [and crochet] patterns, donate a garment, or sign up to volunteer, you can visit the organization's website to get started." 

‍-via GoodGoodGood, December 23, 2024

[lisamarieblair]

Deep Detroit House Mix in a New York Club | BlkShine // Book Club Radio

[mandino-brel]

Must be fortunate man

[frenchublog]

[helgatisha]

HANK'S HOUSE

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[nebulastarss]

Oh yay! Time to look through a mildly popular fandom tag!

*spends 20 minutes just reporting and blocking porn bots without even scrolling*

[portalmonsterrr]

[Alhaitham Become Human AU] Meeting Nahida part 3/4

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[hometoursandotherstuff]

This 1923 mansion in Detroit, MI is incredible. I notice that prices in Detroit are going up since it's coming back to its original glory. The buyers that bought low were smart. This is a 10bd, 9ba, and the price is $2.45M.

The entrance is so grand. Look at these original doors!

The hall is al marble and look at the ceiling. (Is it me, or can you tell when marble gets older?)

This is crazy- marble walls, marble stairs. the fancy metal railing. Looks like a museum.

Very large sitting room with a majestic fireplace.

I didn't even notice the details between the beams.

Leaded glass windows with stained glass inserts.

Carved molding. I wonder what this house would cost if it was in CA?

Beautiful elegant dining room. Look at the size of the niche.

The every day dining room is just as elegant in a beautiful octagonal room.

This sitting room has marble walls. Everything is so elegant. The ceiling, the swirling columns, the fountain. This house is ridiculous and I love it.

Geez, nothing is plain. Look at the carving on these walls. Built-in shelving, fireplace, ceiling detail. The work in this home.

Geez, look at this marble side entrance.

1/2 bath. This is amazing. Look at the top of the toilet and the sink.

I love the kitchen. It looks like an old castle kitchen and it's so cozy.

This must be the pantry. Wow.

Another beautiful half bath.

The stained glass windows! I love this house so much.

Look at these 2 spaces. What in the world? I wonder if the organ conveys.

Have you EVER seen a bath like this?

Look at this mural!

Hall to the bedrooms.

Pretty pink original vintage bath.

The primary bedroom is very sophisticated.

Pool room. Look at the sleek Art Deco fireplace.

Lovely grounds.

Surrounded by other estates, this home has a 0.72 Acre lot.

https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/892-W-Boston-Blvd-Detroit-MI-48202/88437894_zpid/?

[lucent-roase]

I’m having a lot of Thoughts about These Two

[detroit39incorrectquotes]

Connor, texting Hank: sends a voice message

Hank, texting back: I’m a little busy, is it urgent?

Connor: No, don’t worry, just listen later.

*later*

Hank: presses play

Connor's voice message: THERE’S A FIRE-

[epicqtefail]

Last chance Connor! (it took me 50 billion playthroughs to notice the key is in the same spot he'd parked his ass moments before)

[porcelainapparition]

Detroit, Michigan

built in 1900

[rking200]

Why don't you find something to do while I finish my breakfast?

Some of these gifs I made in different sizes. You can find them on the Markus page of my Gif Archive.

[helgatisha]

[jaycrow77]

Since We've No Place To Go

My secret santa gift for @mangabirdao3! Obviously this was drawn in December, hints the Christmas-y theme. But I find it cute still! A simple reed900 minicomic of them making a gingerbread house together and ending up under the mistletoe at the end.

I hope you like it!

(This was for the @thebreakroomds holiday exchange event if anyone wants to see more works)

[jude-shotto]

Heya y'all! It’s been a while since I’ve posted here, instead of just lurking and retweeting. Unfortunately, I have to do so now for a sad reason.

I'll be accepting art c✨mms. to cover my dog, Doge’s vet bill for his ear hematoma 8v8.

✦ I have my finals next week, and tentative deadlines for October orders will be in November (I appreciate your patience with this struggling college student YvY🙏)

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