Pillowcase Donations
Betty’s Quilting, Etc is not only a fun place to attend a class or workshop, but its a quilt shop with a big heart. Recently, we hosted a “Pillowcase Party” in February. Betty’s supplied the pillowcase kits and students each brought $5 worth of toiletry items (or $5 toward items we purchased later) as an entry fee.
Pillowcase Party
Pillowcase Party
The guests brought in their sewing machines & a snack and we got to work. It was a wonderful day of friendship, stitching and giving. Knowing we were making items that would be donated, needed, and used was very uplifting. We donated about 70 pillowcases and all of the toiletry items to a women’s shelter in Orleans County. There were many customers who wanted to make pillowcases but could not attend the party so they took kits home and brought them back later. We also received many additional donations of money and toiletry items. As you can see in the photo, it was a great success. Thank you to such a caring group of customers for helping in this wonderful endeavor. The shelter was very grateful for all your generosity and the party was smashing success.
If you are interested in joining us for the next Pilowcase Party or would like more information on the pattern used for the donation, please swing by the shop. Our address is on the website and we’d love to see you.