I can’t begin to tell you how grateful I am feeling for all of you that helped out with the first project. It all started as a little idea with the thought that someone out there might want to help. Well, a lot of someones answered my call and stepped up to the challenge. To spread a little handmade love for kids that might not ever receive such a gift in their lifetime. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you. From the bottom of my heart. Thank you for taking the time to make such beautiful clothes.
The dresses/tops/shorts have officially left Austin and are now on their way to the Pan de Vida Children’s Shelter in Mexico. There were 27 dresses/tops! Twenty seven. 2. 7. Also, there were four pairs of shorts. I was hoping for maybe five dresses and I would probably make four of them. But you all stepped in and made a huge difference. Thank you so much.
I packaged them up in a vintage Samsonite suitcase and off they went. Prayers for the group going to the shelter for safe travels.
I put in a request to try and get pictures of the girls in their dresses. Let’s keep our fingers crossed that this will happen. I truly hope I can show you all exactly where your dresses went.
Update: Photos were taken of the girls in their dresses. I will share them as soon as I receive them!
‘Tis the season for spring dresses. Project 2 is in the works!
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Oh jade! This is so exciting. I’m so happy it is coming together. Crossing fingers we get to see photos. Wouldn’t that be a kick? xo
I love it!! So excited to see all the dresses together. yay! Can’t wait to hear what’s next
Yay!!! I am so excited to see them on their way. I just hope and pray the dress I make fits a 12 year old!! It should, but I had to kind of wing it. I can’t wait to see what the next project will be. Your doing a great thing and I am so happy to be involved! I think any little thing we can do can only make a difference no matter how big or small we think it will be.
jenn
I just got an email today that photos were taken of the girls in their dresses and they love them! Can’t wait to see them and share them with you!
I’m so excited about your project and I can’t wait for the 2nd one to be announced!
I just came across your blog and was touched by the project that you spear headed. It’s a great & wonderful you are doing. I look forward to hearing about your 2nd project!
This is a wonderful you’re coordinating. I’d love to participate in your 2nd project.
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These dresses are sooooo beautiful. Why, oh whyyyyyyyyyy didn’t I pay more attention in sewing class?! :-&
Here is an organization that sends pillow case dresses around the world. I thought you might be interested if people want to continue making dresses.
http://www.dressagirlaroundtheworld.org/
tell me how to get started making things for charities. thx
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