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Help Francisca restart a sewing studio in São Paulo after a break-in
Francisca has run a sewing studio for three years; a break-in destroyed the equipment, and $400 will put it back on its feet.
🇧🇷 São Paulo, Brazil636 views
For three years I have run a sewing studio in São Paulo. In June, 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 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.
I'll buy equipment from local suppliers and post photos and receipts as I go.
Where the $400 goes:
• Working capital for the first month: $135
• Initial stock: fabric: $125
• Shop repairs and licensing: $140
Glad we found this place.
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is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Francisca
It's all in the list in the story. working capital for the first month is the big one at $135, I'll post a receipt when it's paid. It helps to be asked.
Hope things get better soon, Francisca. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. Blessings.
Take care, Francisca. Shared it with a few friends. I have a 14 year old who wants to send good wishes too.
looking forward to the next update. I went through something like this 3 years ago and strangers helped me out.
Sending strength. Your post was clear and honest. It's not much but it's yours. Greetings from Alcalá de Henares.
Take care. Looking forward to the next update. Sent it to 13 people at work