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Lindiwe needs a cutting table and overlocker to reopen a sewing studio

A sewing studio in Sandton needs help replacing a cutting table and overlocker after a long illness and repossession.

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For four years I have run a sewing studio in Sandton. In December, 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 Sunday, and I employed 1 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 $800 goes: • Replacing a cutting table and overlocker: $660 • Shop repairs and licensing: $60 • Initial stock: fabric: $80 Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot. - Lindiwe

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Updates from Lindiwe

We're at 43% thanks to 11 of you. I met with the supplier and confirmed the amounts. More news soon.
Quick update: $324 raised so far (41%). the first invoice got paid this week. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
Thank you all. We're at 13% now ($100). I'm honestly stunned. the first invoice got paid this week.

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