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Inmates crochet Christmas gifts for needy children
By newswest9.com
Published: 12/27/2016

KYLE, TX (KXAN/CNN) – A group of inmates in Texas is giving back to the community by crocheting Christmas gifts for children in need.

Whether greeted by Feliz Navidad, Joyeux Noel or Merry Christmas, folks the world over are celebrating the arrival of the holiday.

Operation Stitch a Smile not only helps children but also the inmates at Kyle Correctional Center, who have all struggled with drugs at one point or another in the past.

The program gives each inmate a few short lessons on crocheting so they can handmake stuffed animals for kids in need.

The inmates have already donated 50 animals to the Blue Santa Program in Kyle, TX, and they say it’s also changing their outlook on life.

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