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Ms. McCright from Chicago, IL is requesting supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Sewing for the Stars

My project needs two basic sewing machines that have several stitches and buttonhole capability, the thread and needles to support the machines, and hand sewing needles for portions of the project that can not be sewn by machine.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. McCright's classroom raised $513

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As a young girl growing up, I remember taking sewing lessons at the local park and working with my mother on costumes, doll clothes, and prom dresses. Today, students are often not taught these skills at home and I think they are so necessary, whether it is as simple as replacing a lost button, sewing a hem, or making a simple outfit. I would like to teach small groups of 6th through 8th grade students basic sewing skills, by hand and with a sewing machine as part of an after school program. Once the students have become proficient, they can participate in the costume crew for the elementary school musical which is held in spring. With the purchase of two basic sewing machines, fabric scissors, and assorted supplies, this project will introduce students to basic sewing skills, using and altering a pattern, and sewing on a sewing machine. Not only are students learning life skills, they will be able to apply them directly when creating costumes for the school musical. Introducing students to sewing now increases their confidence, sparks creativity, and gives them skills they will always use.

Ms. McCright Prussing Elementary School Grades 6-8

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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More than half of students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

15 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Hand Sewing Ball-Point Needles • Nasco $1.21 3 $3.63
Black Talon Surelock Thread • Nasco $2.83 1 $2.83
Size 14 Ball-Point Sewing Machine Needles • Nasco $1.35 3 $4.05
Brother 59 Stitch Sewing Machine • Nasco $127.75 2 $255.50
Sewing Machine Cover • Nasco $2.47 2 $4.94
Size 11 Ball-Point Sewing Machine Needles • Nasco $1.35 3 $4.05
Size 12 Universal Machine Needles • Nasco $2.52 3 $7.56
Easy Threading Needles • Nasco $1.44 1 $1.44
J. & P. Coats Dual Duty Plus All-Purpose White Thread • Nasco $7.42 1 $7.42
J. & P. Coats Dual Duty Plus All-Purpose Navy Thread • Nasco $7.42 1 $7.42
J. & P. Coats Dual Duty Plus All-Purpose Natural Thread • Nasco $7.42 1 $7.42
J. & P. Coats Dual Duty Plus All-Purpose Black Thread • Nasco $7.42 1 $7.42
MUNDIAL Dressmaker Scissors and Thread Clip • Nasco $8.95 5 $44.75

Materials cost

$358.43

Vendor shipping charges

 $35.84

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.96

Fulfillment labor & materials

$17.00

Total project cost

$420.00

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$92.20

Total project goal

$512.20

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $512.20

2 Donors

-$494.12

Donations toward project cost

-$420.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$74.12

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$18.08

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