Okay...I've had a thought

[bunnysworld]

The little shop where I go to to learn how to sew has its 25th anniversary this year. Actually, that was back at the end of August, but what I'm thinking about is still going on.

The owner of the shop had the idea that all the 'sewing ladies' could raise money for a good cause. She talked to someone in her town who helps people in need and they found out that in her street (it's a very long one), there's a woman, mother of three, with a tumor that can't be operated on. Her husband couldn't take it and just left. So she's sick, alone with three kids and trying to make things work.

For my international friends: Yes, most of the medical expenses are covered (by far not everything) in my country, so she doesn't need to really worry about this part.

But money is tight and with three kids...

So we all agreed on sewing little things that C. can sell in her shop and the money goes to this lady and her kids at some later point this year. If it only helps getting them on a little trip to the zoo for an afternoon or is used for them to get a Christmas tree or some presents for the kids...every penny helps.

I couldn't go to the actual anniversary thing where everything was on display to be bought by people coming by to 'help' celebrate the anniversary, so I have no idea if the totes that I made have sold or are still there.

Two days ago, my co-workers and I went to the fabric market during lunch break and of course I couldn't resist buying some cute fabrics for loop scarves.

Yesterday and today was spent on making them. And then I realized...I have about 20 loop scarves but only one neck to wrap them around!

So this is where my (hopefully brilliant) idea kicked in:

I'm going to auction them off for this very good cause. I had fun making them, someone will have fun wearing them and the woman and her kids might get a little bit of money to be able to breathe easier.

Here are some photos:











The scarves have never been worn. I only wrapped one around my neck and took the photo so you can see how it fits. The measuring tape is in centimeters and they are all about this length.

The fabric for each of them alone was about 10 Euros, plus the other materials you need and the electricity for the machine and all the other minor stuff. This is my contribution. I will NOT cover my expenses. So I think it's just about fair if you, should you want one of them, at least match the 10 Euros. I will cover all cost of shipping (lowest rate, so it might take a while before it reaches you), worldwide.

If you have any questions, I'm right here.

Bring me to the scarves!

The auction runs until next Sunday, 17 September, midnight my time, which is Berlin time.