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Mrs. Clarin from Ewa Beach, HI is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Sewing for Success: Fashion Designers Need Denim, Thread, and Zippers

Help me give my students denim material, thread, and zippers to create sewing projects for our middle school Fashion Design class.

  • 1 donor
  • $900 still needed

expires Jul 09

  • 1 donor
  • $900 still needed
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My Project

Our students are eager to develop hands-on sewing skills that foster creativity, problem-solving, and real-world applications. With this project, they will design and create unique items using denim and zippers, learning fundamentals of textile work while up-cycling materials and exploring fashion design.

From denim pouches to zippered tote bags and repurposed jeans projects, this initiative will teach students essential and basic sewing techniques, including cutting fabric, stitching, inserting zippers, and reinforcing durable seams using the sewing machine.

These skills can lead to future career opportunities, entrepreneurship, and sustainability awareness.

What we need to bring this project to life are essential sewing supplies including denim fabric, durable denim thread, zippers, elastic, and sewing machine foot pedals.

By supporting this project, you'll be giving students a hands-on learning experience that fosters creativity and practical life skills. The will not only complete projects they can take home but also gain confidence in sewing with a sewing machine, an invaluable skill that can lead to future opportunities in fashion, design, and sustainability efforts.

Thank you for helping our students stitch together a brighter future!

Mrs. Clarin Ewa Makai Middle School Grades 6-8

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Ewa Beach, HI View local requests

More than a third 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

120 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Leekayer 8 Inch Brass Zipper 3# Jeans Zipper Closed End Zipper for Boots Bags Backpack Sewing Zipper 8" Bulk 6pcs (Navy-Brass) • Amazon Business $10.25 20 $205.00
Foot Pedal Power Cord Replacement for Janome Sewing Machine Compatible with Janome 033770217 hd1000 hd3000 128 2212 7318 7933 3434d Kenmore 385.12318990 385.16221300 385.12908 384 385 1802400 • Amazon Business $19.49 5 $97.45
10 Yard 8 oz Black Denim Fabric for Sewing, Crafting Stylish Black Denim Fabric by The Yard Jean Material Black Jean Fabric (60''x360'') • Amazon Business $95.99 1 $95.99
10 Yard 8 oz Sky Blue Denim Fabric for Sewing, Crafting Stylish Denim Fabric by The Yard Jean Material Sky Blue Jean Fabric (60''x360'') • Amazon Business $89.99 1 $89.99
Gutermann Thread Denim 6 SPLS Denim Multicoloured • Amazon Business $16.95 3 $50.85
Mandala Crafts White Elastic Band for Sewing - Wide 2 Inch Elastic Bands Spool for Pants Elastic Waistband Sewing - 25 YD Stretchy Flat Fabric Strap Knit Elastic Band for Wig • Amazon Business $16.05 3 $48.15
Mandala Crafts Black Elastic Band for Sewing - Wide 2 Inch Elastic Bands Spool for Pants Elastic Waistband Sewing - 25 YD Stretchy Flat Fabric Strap Knit Elastic Band for Wig • Amazon Business $15.10 3 $45.30
9OZ Stretch Denim Premium Cotton Blend Fabric by The Yard DIY for Sewing Crafting (Dark Blue 2yds) • Amazon Business $20.99 2 $41.98
9OZ Stretch Denim Premium Cotton Blend Fabric by The Yard DIY for Sewing Crafting (Light Blue 2yds) • Amazon Business $20.99 2 $41.98
Gutermann Jeans Thread 200m Washed • Amazon Business $7.49 3 $22.47
Coats & Clark S976-4665 Dual Duty Plus Denim Thread, 125-Yard, Denim Blue (Fivе Расk) • Amazon Business $15.08 1 $15.08
Sawoake 50PCS #5 Brass Metal Handle for Nylon Coil Handle Charm for Purse Handbag Craft Sewing Luggage Bag Bulk • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$762.23

Vendor shipping charges

 $12.00

Sales tax

 $33.54

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.43

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$849.20

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$149.86

Total project goal

$999.06

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $999.06

1 Donor

-$100.00

Donations toward project cost

-$85.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$15.00

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 $899.06

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