Margaret, Author at The Sewing Machine Project

Sewing with Nancy

by Margaret | Apr 19, 2008 | General, In the News | 0 comments

This is so exciting! Nancy Zieman called and asked if I’d be on Sewing With Nancy. We taped a new segment called “Nancy’s Corner” which will air in the fall on PBS stations across the country. We talked all about The Sewing Machine Project and...

Another successful trip to New Orleans

by Margaret | Apr 19, 2008 | General | 0 comments

I’ve just returned from my sixth trip to New Orleans, taking over 60 machines to that recovering city. Each time I visit I learn more, experience more, feel more deeply connected to the area and its people. We did so much on this trip! I began by connecting with...

April Times-Picayune article

by Margaret | Apr 18, 2008 | General, In the News | 0 comments

Sheila Strupe, at the New Orleans Times-Picayune wrote a lovely article about the Sewing Machine Project this week. Please take a moment to read it! Times-Picayune article.

Donations Needed for April distribution!

by Margaret | Apr 3, 2008 | General | 2 comments

I’m preparing for another trip to New Orleans in 1 1/2 short weeks (taking over 70 machines!) and looking over the costs of these trips. So many people have asked how they can help with this project and this is where you can really make a difference! It’s...

Bernina’s Stitches for Hope Campaign

by Margaret | Mar 29, 2008 | General, In the News | 0 comments

Bernina of America recently announced an incredible promotion which will happen this spring. If you bring your old, working sewing machine into a Bernina dealership between March 31 and April 11, you can get a $100 rebate on a new Bernina. Dealerships can decide who...