We had a presentation in church from Jill Reid, who is in the Blaine Ward. Her husband works in Afghanistan and she told the story of a refugee camp there where babies literally froze to death. It just touched us so deeply, we had to do something. We got Bishop's approval and a generous donation from a ward member. Taya bought all the fabric, Katie took charge, helping me to set up and directing traffic. Without these two ladies, this project would not have gone so smoothly. Thanks to all the lovely ladies who came and helped cut fabric, mark fabric, put fabric together, pinned, removed pins, serged, and sewed. We were able to complete in just two hours time, 20 blankets. We have about 20 more to do. The next service night will be at Mimi's on November 15, 7pm. We feel good knowing that we have done just a small part in helping those in need even if they are half a world away. About 30 minutes into the night, the power flickered. We thought it was the sewing machines, but come to find out, most people's power went out but ours stayed on so we could finish our project...coincidence? Luck? You tell me!
Sergers and sewers at one table.
Which one of these does not fit? Yes, me. The other three ladies are EXPERT seamstresses. I love the talent in our ward!
The hardworking cutters
Our youngest helper!
The finished product!
Thanks to all who came and the goodies were yummy too. I found one lemon bar left. And finished it up! A big thank you to Francys for taking pictures...but where is one of you?
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