by Margaret | Aug 29, 2019 | Community Programs-Local, Community Programs-National, Founder's Musings, General, International |
When we sew in community it is about so much more than sewing.
by Margaret | Jul 22, 2019 | Community Programs-Local, General, Immigrant Groups, Recipient Stories |
I just heard from Annette who taught our most recent local sewing class. Working with a group of 8 beginning sewers, Annette and the volunteers who helped her were bubbling with excitement, clearly a reflection of the enthusiasm of the group they taught. A celebration...
by Margaret | Jun 11, 2019 | Community Programs-Local, Donors and Donations, General |
We do not live in a vacuum. We are here to interact with one another. We are here to lift one another up and walk alongside one another. This is so true for The Sewing Machine Project. We exist because an idea was lifted up and people felt its power. Individuals and...
by Margaret | Sep 30, 2014 | Community Programs-Local, General, Machine Recipient Stories |
Another beginner class recently wrapped up at Madison’s Bayview Center. A wonderful blend of Hispanic, Hmong and African women participated, learning basic sewing skills and mending. Rebecca Sites, our talented instructor was at the helm. We are excited about...