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Help Véronique restart a sewing studio in Toulon after a fire in the building
Véronique has run a sewing studio for six years; a fire in the building destroyed the equipment, and $3,100 will put it back on its feet.
🇫🇷 Toulon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France1,270 views
For six years I have run a sewing studio in Toulon. In July, a fire in the building took a cutting table and overlocker. I have no insurance, and the bank won't lend to me.
Before that, my customers came every Saturday, and I employed 3 people from the neighborhood. I have been out of business for 7 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 $3,100 goes:
• Replacing a cutting table and overlocker: $2,050
• Initial stock: fabric: $550
• Shop repairs and licensing: $500
Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
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wishing you the best, Véronique. Shared this with my family. After 30 years in customer support I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Take care.
thinking of you, Véronique. Your post was clear and honest. All the best
Hang in there, Véronique. I hope things turn around soon. Take care.