Sew-a-Thon

 Operation Christmas Child, Three Rivers, IL area team is joining in the 1,000,000 pillowcase challenge. Come join us as we attempt to make 1,000 pillowcases to put into shoebox gifts that will go to kids in need all over the world.

Sew-A-Thon

Our Savior Lutheran Church
1910 Black Rd.
Joliet, IL 

June 24, 2017 -9am-7pm

Join us anytime from 9am-7pm, choose a kit, and join our assembly line as you create one or more pillowcases!  Our goal is 1000 pillowcases, that we will then put into shoebox gifts for Operation Christmas Child and we can’t do it without YOU!

If you can't join us but still want to participate (or if you are an eager beaver and want to sew early and bring some finish cases with,) check out the fun pillow case patterns you can create. Pillow Case Patterns we will be using the "Kids Style Patterns" at the event, but any and all pillowcases will be accepted
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In addition we will be collecting sewing supplies/notions to put into sewing kits for older girls shoebox gifts.  Help make a difference in a child’s life!


For more information contact event coordinator Betsy Burnett by commenting on this page or visit her on Facebook looking for the #CrazyShoeboxLady

Event Supply Needs:

Sewing Machines

Sergers

Fabric

Cutting Mats

Rotary Cutters

Rulers

Thread

Pins

Pincushions

Marking pens/pencils

Rulers

Small Scissors

Irons

Ironing Boards

Tapestry needles

Fray Check

Felt (for needle books)
Fabric Glue
Needle Book Die(s)
Die Cut Machine

In addition we are collecting sewing notions to put into sewing kids for older girls shoebox gifts

Operation Christmas Child sends gift filled shoeboxes to kids in need all over the world. Shoebox gifts are filled with; school supplies, personal care items, small toys, clothing items and MORE. 

Tax Receipts are available upon requests.

All sponsors/donors will be acknowledged via social and print media and publicly at the event. 

For more information on how you can help contact event coordinator

 by commenting on this blog page or looking for #CrazyShoeboxLady on Facebook