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Ms. Caldevilla-Duing from Miami, FL is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Critical Thinking through Fiber Arts

Help me give my students knitting needles and other much needed supplies to explore the wonderful world of Fiber Arts

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Caldevilla-Duing's classroom raised $505

This project is fully funded

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

My middle school students are a vibrant group of eager learners who thrive on hands-on activities. In a world saturated with digital screens, they crave opportunities to work with their hands, and this Fiber Arts class would provide them with a rewarding creative outlet. Your support will help us bring the tactile joy of crafting into our classroom.

With this project, we will launch a new fiber arts class, introducing students to a range of artistic traditions.

Your generous donations will provide us with the essential supplies needed to explore a variety of crafts:

Knitting and Crocheting: A collection of yarn and knitting needles will allow students to learn these calming, mindful crafts and create their own hats, scarves, and blankets.

Weaving: Students will learn the fundamentals of weaving, creating intricate designs and colorful tapestries.

Beading: We will use a variety of beads and cords to teach students about design and patterns as they craft beautiful jewelry and decorative items.

Cross-Stitch: Aida cloth, needles, and embroidery floss will introduce students to the art of cross-stitching, allowing them to create personalized, stitched designs.

The benefits of this project extend far beyond learning a new skill. Research shows that fiber arts can improve focus, reduce anxiety, and boost self-confidence. By engaging in these activities, students will also develop fine motor skills, patience, and problem-solving abilities. Most importantly, they will experience the satisfaction of completing a project from start to finish, creating something unique with their own hands. This class will foster a supportive and creative community where students can express themselves and build lasting connections.

With your help, we can provide our students with the resources they need to discover the rich and rewarding world of fiber arts. Thank you for helping us craft creativity, one stitch at a time!

Ms. Caldevilla-Duing Shenandoah Middle School Grades 6-8

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Miami, FL View local requests

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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
12 Pack: Susan Bates® 10" Silvalume Knitting Needles, 8/5mm • Michael's $46.72 3 $140.16
STOBOK 16 Roll Embroidery Floss Embroidery Floss Cross Stitch Threads Colors Thread Cotton Line Craft Supplies for Home Making (Random Color) • Amazon Business $14.64 2 $29.28
10 PCS Aida Cloth 14 Count Cross Stitch Fabric, Pre-Cut White Squares Fabric for Craft Embroidery, Handmade Needlework, DIY Handicrafts (9.8×9.8 Inch) • Amazon Business $7.99 3 $23.97
uxcell 20Pcs Aluminum Crochet Hook 5.0mm US Size H (Size 8) Knitting Needles for DIY Craft Yarn Blue • Amazon Business $11.29 2 $22.58
Red Heart Super Saver Super Yarn Craft Kit for Crochet & Knitting & Amigurumi Projects • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
GOHOF Cotton Macrame Cord 3mm 328yards Natural Colored Macrame Supplies, Soft Craft Cotton Rope for Plant Hanger Wall Hanger Dreamcatcher (Dark Grey) • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
GOHOF Cotton Macrame Cord 3mm 328yards Natural Colored Macrame Supplies, Soft Craft Cotton Rope for Plant Hanger Wall Hanger Dreamcatcher (White) • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
GOHOF Cotton Macrame Cord 3mm 328yards Natural Colored Macrame Supplies, Soft Craft Cotton Rope for Plant Hanger Wall Hanger Dreamcatcher (Purple) • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
GOHOF Cotton Macrame Cord 3mm 328yards Natural Colored Macrame Supplies, Soft Craft Cotton Rope for Plant Hanger Wall Hanger Dreamcatcher (Black) • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
MKOKYD 80L Clear Large Storage Bag, Clothes Storage Containers for Organizing Closet, Bedroom, Underbed, Comforters, Clothing, Blankets, Pillow, Foldable Organizer with Sturdy Handle and Zippers (3) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
ZXCDINO Red Macrame Cord 3mm x 109Yards,Colored Cotton Rope Craft Cord Colorful Cotton Cord Twine for Wall Hanging Plant Hangers Crafts Knitting Decorative Projects • Amazon Business $6.99 2 $13.98
Red Heart Super Saver Soft White Yarn - 3 Pack of 198g/7oz - Acrylic - 4 Medium (Worsted) - 364 Yards - Knitting/Crochet • Amazon Business $11.47 1 $11.47
Red Heart Super Saver Dusty Gray Yarn - 3 Pack of 198g/7oz - Acrylic - 4 Medium (Worsted) - 364 Yards - Knitting/Crochet • Amazon Business $11.31 1 $11.31
Red Heart Super Saver Black Yarn - 3 Pack of 198g/7oz - Acrylic - 4 Medium (Worsted) - 364 Yards - Knitting/Crochet • Amazon Business $11.31 1 $11.31
Red Heart Super Saver Amethyst Yarn - 3 Pack of 198g/7oz - Acrylic - 4 Medium (Worsted) - 364 Yards - Knitting/Crochet • Amazon Business $11.31 1 $11.31
PAXCOO 100 Pcs Key Chain Hooks with Key Rings (Large Size) • Amazon Business $9.89 1 $9.89
Senkary Wooden Dowel Rods 1/8 x 12 Inch Unfinished Natural Wood Craft Dowel Bamboo Sticks for Flower Bouquet Crafting, 100 Pieces • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
50 Pack Premium Large Eye Needles for Hand Sewing with 4 Needle Threaders, Assorted Sizes, Embroidery Needles for Hand Sewing, Sewing Needles Large Eye, Big Eye Needle • Amazon Business $8.54 1 $8.54

Materials cost

$392.73

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.89

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$428.62

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$75.64

Total project goal

$504.26

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$504.26

10 Donors

-$412.00

Donations toward project cost

-$356.20

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$55.80

match offer

-$85.21

Match offer toward project cost

-$72.43

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$12.78

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$7.06

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$0.00

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