Sew4Service

Special Charity Sewing Day Event!
Join us at any of our Chapter Locations for a Special Juneteenth Sewing Day Event. We will make quilt blocks or crochet/knit squares to be combined into a quilt or blanket. Sew with us or from home.

For Juneteenth Freedom Day, we are collecting 8.5" quilt blocks or knitted/crocheted squares which will be assembled into quilts or blankets at a later date. You can make any design using the colors, Red, Dark Green, Yellow/Gold, and Black. Deadline to drop off blocks and squares is August 31.

Euclid Chapter - Thursday June 18, 10-2

Medina Chapter - Thursday June 18, 11-3

Alliance Chapter - Thursday June 18, 10-2

Lakewood Chapter - Saturday June 20, 10-2

https://www.sew4service.org/charity-sewing-days-calendar

Discover the rich history of appliqué — from ancient textiles to the modern quilted masterpieces we love today. 🧵✨ Dive into techniques, stories, and inspiration in this concise 5-minute read. Read now: https://wix.to/7Ya6GQs

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Fiber Fest: CCPL launches inaugural fiber arts event at Warrensville Heights Innovation Center Cuyahoga County Public Library will host the inaugural first Fiber Fest at the Warrensville Heights Branch Innovation Center, bringing together fiber artists, makers, and beginners for a day of demos, workshops, and vendors. Sew4Service

Sew4Service was featured in FreshWater Cleveland’s coverage of the inaugural Fiber Fest at Cuyahoga County Public Library’s Warrensville Heights Innovation Center! Read how fiber arts are bringing our community together with hands-on demos, workshops, and creative opportunities. ✨🧵

Fiber Fest: CCPL launches inaugural fiber arts event at Warrensville Heights Innovation Center Cuyahoga County Public Library will host the inaugural first Fiber Fest at the Warrensville Heights Branch Innovation Center, bringing together fiber artists, makers, and beginners for a day of demos, workshops, and vendors. Sew4Service

Give old clothes a new story 🌿✨ Our latest blog post shows easy, creative upcycling ideas — from turning jeans into a skirt to repurposing quilts into cozy jackets. Reduce waste, save money, and make one-of-a-kind pieces you’ll love. Read step-by-step tips and project inspiration. https://wix.to/hLx4GGn

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Looking for something to do tomorrow? How about FREE FIBER CLASSES!?
Join me at the Cuyahoga County Public Library! Register for classes below!

sew4service.org/fiber-fest-2026

🧵 BOLDLY SEW CHALLENGE 🚀

Take your stitching where no one has sewn before!

Challenge Instructions:

1.📸 Snap a photo of yourself:

Sewing, knitting, or crocheting in public
With your project bag
Or in a fun, unexpected location

2.📱 Post your photo on Facebook or Instagram and tag Sew4Service.

3. 🏷️ Show us your tagged post when making a purchase at any of our stores and receive 10% OFF your purchase!

📅 Offer valid through September 30.

Be creative. Be bold. Stitch everywhere! ✨

🧵🌈 WIN A ONE-OF-A-KIND PRIDE QUILT! 🧵🌈
This stunning handmade quilt was lovingly pieced together by Ginger Reynolds and Patti Zebrowski using 1,150 individual fabric pieces and is valued at $1,200!

🎟️ Raffle Tickets:
✨ $5 for 1 ticket
✨ $20 for 5 tickets

Every ticket purchased supports the incredible work of LGBTQ+Allies Lake County and Sew4Service while giving you a chance to take home this beautiful work of art.

📅 Ticket sales end: August 15
📍 Winner announced at Lake County Pride Fest
🕓 August 15 at 4:00 PM
📍 415 Riverside Dr., Painesville, OH 44077

💜 You do NOT need to be present to win!

🎟️ Get your tickets today: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/pride-quilt-raffle
💳 Prefer not to purchase online? Stop by one of our chapter locations to purchase paper raffle tickets in person!

Whether you're a quilt lover, Pride supporter, or simply want to support two amazing organizations, this raffle is a wonderful way to make a difference. Thank you for supporting local organizations, celebrating our LGBTQ+ community, and helping us continue making a positive impact in Lake County. 🪡🤍

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