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Eugene needs a cutting table and overlocker to reopen a sewing studio
A sewing studio in Anaheim needs help replacing a cutting table and overlocker after a long illness and repossession.
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For twelve years I have run a sewing studio in Anaheim. In July, a long illness and repossession took a cutting table and overlocker. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Friday, and I employed 3 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.
Once I'm back on my feet I plan to hire back the people I had to let go.
Where the $3,650 goes:
• Replacing a cutting table and overlocker: $1,850
• Initial stock: fabric: $900
• Shop repairs and licensing: $550
• Working capital for the first month: $350
Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot.
Updates from Eugene
Thank you all. We're at 18% now ($669). I'm honestly stunned. I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts.
Quick update: $324 raised so far (9%). the first invoice got paid this week. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
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“Happy to help. Thought of Eugene all day after reading this. - Zapopan”
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“Happy to help. Thought of Eugene all day after reading this. - Madrid”
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best of luck, Eugene. This could happen to any of us. God bless.
hope things get better soon, Eugene. Your post was clear and honest. Take care.
I'd happily buy from you once you're back up. Love from Santos!
you're not alone, Eugene. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Sent it to 15 people at work. Love from Guadalupe.
Good luck, Eugene. Hope you get there. We're a small family in Belfast but we're thinking of you. Thinking of Anaheim.
Thinking of you and your family, Eugene. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I have a 13 year old who wants to send good wishes too