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Knitter Emmy Christiansen reacts to haul of donated yarn: 'It will go to good use to keep somebody warm'

In the end, KMTV collected a total of 1,051 skeins and balls of yarn. At the rate she knits, Emmy Christiansen thinks it will last until she's 92 years old. She turns 89 this summer.
In the end, KMTV collected a total of 1,051 skeins and balls of yarn. At the rate she knits, Emmy Christiansen thinks it will last until she's 92 years old. She turns 89 this summer.
Knitter Emmy Christiansen reacts to haul of donated yarn: 'It will go to good use to keep somebody warm'
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OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) — To appreciate the story we're about to share, you really should have some background.

In 2017, KMTV last collected donations for Emmy Christiansen. She used that yarn to make hundreds of hats - which she gave away.

So, when we heard she was running low, we paid Emmy another visit. And again asked for your help.

Watch the story to see the delivery and Emmy's reaction to receiving 1,051 skeins and balls of yarn.

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