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Francisco needs a cutting table and overlocker to reopen a sewing studio
Francisco has run a sewing studio for four years; the demolition of the market destroyed the equipment, and $1,200 will put it back on its feet.
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For four years I have run a sewing studio in Feira de Santana. In November, the demolition of the market 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 5 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 $1,200 goes:
• Replacing a cutting table and overlocker: $920
• Working capital for the first month: $150
• Initial stock: fabric: $130
Thanks for reading all this.
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Thinking of you and your family, Francisco. This could happen to any of us. Sent it to 24 people at work. Love from Lagos
Can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Feira de Santana!
Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about replacing a cutting table and overlocker, advice is welcome too. Let me know if you want more detail.
It takes guts to ask. Well done. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. Thinking of Feira de Santana
Good luck, Francisco. Hope this works out for you. Please keep us posted
Hope things get better soon. Hope you make a strong comeback. Blessings!
Hope things get better soon. Your post was clear and honest. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Love from Bellevue!