Crochet Poppy Brooch

Lovingly crafted by hand to honor those who have served and are currently serving, and those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Poppies are a symbol of Remembrance Day in Britain, honoring fallen soldiers since the first World War. Their use was inspired by Lieutenant Colonol John McCrae's 1915 poem "In Flanders Fields." It was officially adopted for fundraising and remembrance by about 1920 in the United States and 1921 in Britain after Moina Michael wrote a poem in 1918 "We Shall Keep the Faith", pledging to wear the flower to remember the fallen. 

We at House of Elizabeth continue to support the military and their families. Therefore, $2 of each poppy sold is donated to H.E.R.O.E.S. Care. This charity spends 99% of their $62.7 million budget on charity work and funding their programs, including financial assistance, mental health services, and a free store to provide clothes, non-perishable food, and more.

www.heroescare.org

***Please note that because this item is crocheted and finished by hand, there may be discrepancies and variations in the product received. However, the colors, design, and backer are all the same. Each poppy is approximately 1 1/2" by 1 1/2".