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Back to business - Samantha's comeback in London

A sewing studio in London needs help replacing a cutting table and overlocker after a break-in.

🇬🇧 England, United Kingdom2,574 views
Samantha C. James
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London
For four years I have run a sewing studio in London. In August, a break-in took a cutting table and overlocker. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me. Before that, my customers came every Tuesday, and I employed 2 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 6 weeks. This business pays my children's school fees and rent. I have already started working from home in small ways, but I can't meet orders without proper equipment. Every contribution brings me closer to reopening, and I promise to post photos as I buy each item. I'll buy equipment from local suppliers and post photos and receipts as I go. Where the $3,200 goes: • Replacing a cutting table and overlocker: $2,000 • Initial stock: fabric: $480 • Shop repairs and licensing: $360 • Working capital for the first month: $360 Thanks for being kind about this.
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  • Collins Macharia

    Thinking of you, Samantha. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Don't be hard on yourself for asking.

    • Teresa Francesca Leone

      rooting for you, Samantha. Your post was clear and honest. Love from Kyiv

      • Lúcia Sandra Rodrigues

        thinking of you and your family, Samantha. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier.

        • Isha K. Vyas

          Hope things get better soon. Hope you make a strong comeback. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double.

          • Swetha W. Goud

            Gave what I could, wish it was more. Put this on a community board in Lapu-Lapu this morning. Blessings

            • Yusuke Riku OtaPhoto verified

              So sorry you're going through this, Samantha. Hope you make a strong comeback. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Love from Johannesburg.

              • Joseph W. Jensen

                Sending good thoughts, Samantha. Hope you get there. God bless.

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