What if one sewing project could help keep a girl in school? That’s the idea behind the Sew Powerful Purse Project, a global initiative that brings together sewists from around the world to create handmade purses for girls in Zambia. Each purse becomes much more than a beautiful gift—it serves as a package filled with…
Sew a Smile: Help Brighten a Child’s Hospital Stay with Ryan’s Case for Smiles
As makers, we know that fabric has the power to bring comfort. Sometimes, something as simple as a colorful pillowcase can help a child feel a little less scared during a hospital stay. That’s the mission behind Ryan’s Case for Smiles, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping children and their families cope with the stress…
United We Stitch Invites Quilters & Textile Artists to Imagine the Future of Democracy
Quilts have always told stories. From family heirlooms and community quilts to historic works that have documented moments of change, textile art has long reflected the hopes, challenges, and values of the people who create it. Now, quilters and fiber artists across the country are being invited to become part of a new nationwide collaborative…
Charity Sewing at Sewing & Stitchery Expo 2027
Sewing & Stitchery Expo – March 4-7, 2027 Puyallup, Washington Every year, the Sewing & Stitchery Expo supports charitable organizations benefiting from hand-made or home-sewn projects. 2027 Partnership – Project Linus This year, the Sewing & Stitchery Expo is excited to partner with Project Linus to include a fun opportunity to serve our community. Named after the security blanket-toting character from the…
United We Stand
Reposted with permission from Weeks Ringle, Modern Quilt Studio The past few years have brought tremendous changes to the world of quilting. Shops have closed by scores. Magazines and book publishers have shuttered or merged with other publishers. American Quilter Society has ceased publishing books all together. City Quilter in New York is closing. Tension…
10 Reasons to Shop Locally
Published with permission from the Institute for Local Self Reliance.