67 Blankets was started in December of 2013 by Carolyn Steyn in honor of Nelson Mandela Day.Since its inception, 67 Blankets has transformed into what some are calling a ‘movement’ – a movement that has captured the attention of many South African and international celebrities as well as corporates and KnitWits for Madiba in Australia, Belgium, Canada, Germany, Cyprus, London, the USA, Ireland, Italy, and India. 67 Blankets yarn is produced in Turkey and imported into South Africa under the 67 Blankets for Nelson Mandela brand. Purchasing this yarn supports the 67 Blankets for Nelson Mandela Day movement.