Comments for The Sewing Machine Project

Comment on NOLA April ‘07 by Margaret

Margaret — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 14:39:13 +0000

Thank you! I consider my hand well-shaken!

Comment on The Haiti shipment’s ready! by Margaret

Margaret — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 14:37:20 +0000

Hi Andria,
Thank you for your kind words and offer. We have packed and shipped our first Haiti shipment but I am sure we will be doing another in the future. We are accepting new clothing for the kids in the orphanages and many sewers around the country are busy creating little cotton clothes. We need them for ages 6 months to 17 years…easy, loose-fitting, breathable. Little elastic-waisted shorts and skirts, shift dresses (over the head), little shortie pj’s…cotton. There are plenty of easy patterns out there! If your sewing group makes some of these items, you can box them and ship them to me and I will get them on the next Haiti shipment in a few months.

Margaret

Comment on DONATIONS FOR HAITI by Margaret

Margaret — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 14:33:53 +0000

Hi Violet,
There is a collection site in Celina, Ohio…perhaps that would work for you?

Thank you for your kindness!
Margaret

Comment on The Haiti shipment’s ready! by Andria Knapp

Andria Knapp — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 02:26:12 +0000

Hello, Margaret!
A friend just sent me a link to your web site, and I am so excited to hear about the Sewing Machine Project and your work in Haiti! I am a member of the Marin County chapter (Marin Golden Threads) of the Embroiderers Guild of America, and we have been trying to find a way to contribute clothing for orphans and/or supplies to needleworkers in Haiti and to publicize the effort to other EGA chapters across the country. I have spent time trying to find an aid organization for us to work with to connect us with a local group in Haiti but have not had the same luck you did with USAID. Your organization is heaven sent!
If you will let me know what are the parameters of what you would like to send to Haiti and when the next shipment is scheduled, we will get right on it.
Thank you for getting the ball rolling; there are many of us who want to keep it going.
Best regards,
Andria

Comment on DONATIONS FOR HAITI by Violet ODell

Violet ODell — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:25:46 +0000

I have a small sewing machine and a surger that I would like to donate. Is there somewhere in the central Ohio area that I can take them to so they get to the right people?

Comment on Our warehouse runneth over!! by Wanda I.Sow

Wanda I.Sow — Sat, 09 Jan 2010 14:10:25 +0000

I have lots of fabric because I am a frabraholic (I don’t know if that is a word) but I have a weakness for fabric. I will never sew it all up. I also have basic sewing machines. I don’t throw anything away! If I can be a blessing to someone it will really bless me! Please allow me to help you.

Thank You,
Wanda Sow

Comment on We’re on TV! by Amy Greif

Amy Greif — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 15:18:10 +0000

Margaret, earlier today I watched Sewing with Nancy. The interview with you was featured. I am thrilled that you have organized such a project! I want to be involved! First, let me say that I was already on a path to connect people in need with donated machines. I feel so good about the oportunity in my community to match people with machines that were donated to our very informal “club”. We are just more than one year old. We meet through an opportunity made possible by our local Pasco County Extension Service Office (University of Florida/IFAS). Several weeks ago, quite by accident, we began collecting donated machines that we would provide to persons who otherwise had no opportunity to own a machine. We’ve only just begun! I have contacted a repairman who plans to stop by and look at the machines. He said he is willing to consider giving us a break on cleaning/oil/repair. It had not yet occurred to us that we might make this a long term project in our community. After seeing your interview, and reading nearly every word within your website, and viewing every photo posted to your site, I am completely enamored with your project. How can I help? How can our group help? I want to help! Did I mention that I want to help?
Sign me up!
Our “casual” sewing club meets tomorrow. I will present your “Sewing Machine Project” to the group. Probably after Christmas, I will contact you with questions and comments. Amy 12/11/09

Comment on So Much Need by Grace Binkley

Grace Binkley — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:35:16 +0000

I too have fabric and patterns that I no longer need. I would be willing to donate these. I need to downsize my stash! Great Project! Keep up the work.

Thanks
Grace

Comment on NOLA April ‘07 by Charlotte

Charlotte — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:59:18 +0000

If i could reach through the computer to shake your hand i would.

Comment on So Much Need by Barb

Barb — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 13:26:38 +0000

This is a great project but I am wondering if you know of some organization that accepts sewing patterns. I have a box of them that I would gladly donate.
Thanks, Barb