Sew Stuffed Animals to Educate Girls
Description
Bandar and Bhaaloo needs volunteers who are skilled at sewing and would love to put their talents to good use by creating whimsical one-of-a-kind stuffed animals. If you can provide the sewing machine, we will provide the materials (your selection of pattern - bear, monkey, elephant, bunny; fabric; stuffing; etc.). The fabrics we use are donated saris and other Indian clothing, usually silk or rayon, often with beautiful patterns and embellishments. It's up to you to be creative, using the fabric in a way that gives each animal its unique personality. Bandar and Bhaaloo animals are not toys (although they are very irresistible); they are designed to be loved and admired.
What's Needed To Complete
Sewing skills (and a sewing machine)
Whose Help Is Required
Depending on your experience with sewing, some help may be required.
Special Requirements
Some sewing skill and experience with a sewing machine are required.
How It Makes A Difference
Making Bandar and Bhaaloo (this means monkey and bear in Hindi) animals is the central focus of our work. By selling these unique animals, we generate funds that go directly to specific high schools in India that educate impoverished girls. Just $300 educates a girl for a year; selling just ten animals can fund that girl.
Where to Serve
From Home/Anywhere*
Instructions
Email us at deborah@bandarandbhaaloo.org with your interest and level of sewing skill. Once you have committed to making two animals, we'll provide you with a pattern and all the materials needed to make your first animal based upon your sewing skill. Sew your animals and return to us. Your sewed stuffed animal will be sold in our online store, where all proceeds go to help fund education for girls in India.
Location
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