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Calling all sewers, knitters and crafty types – the local Fabric Rescue group is once again on the hunt for unused fabric, textiles and accessories for its annual market at Matakana Hall.This year’s event is the fifth such sale and takes place on Sunday, May 4 between 10am and 2pm.It has quickly become a popular treasure trove for all things fabric, not least because of the huge amount of material gathered and the fact that nothing is actually priced, but available instead for cash or eftpos donations.
This year’s market organiser, Angie Gibbons, says the group is looking for donations of good quality fabric, along with wool, sewing and knitting patterns, and haberdashery, such as buttons, needles, thread, elastic, ribbons and zips.“The Fabric Rescue sale provides an opportunity for people to declutter their sewing rooms while ensuring that surplus materials find a new home,” she says.“It’s time to check cupboards, under the bed, that forgotten box in the garage – ask friends and family, too.
Help us uncover unused fabric and sewing supplies for a great cause.”Gibbons is also putting out a call for volunteers to help with sorting, set-up and assisting on the day.“There’s always plenty to do in the lead-up to the market, from organising donations to baking for the team,” she says.
“This event is not just about fabric; it’s about community, creativity and sustainability. Every metre of fabric we save from landfill is a win for the environment and a boost for local makers.”Funds raised from previous markets have gone to local sewing groups and individuals who are keeping textiles out of landfill, and the group has also been able to offer a Textile Scholarship for a student at Mahurangi College.
“We are now running sewing sessions in conjunction with the Warkworth Library, Mahurangi Wastebusters and have other projects to come,” Gibbons adds.Anyone with items to donate can leave them at the following drop-off locations until April 27:Warkworth Library; Matakana Cinema foyer; the Matakana Bag Lady at Matakana Farmers Market; Point Wells Hall; Leigh Hall, Monday and Wednesday mornings; Capri Café & Icecreamery, Snells Beach; Omaha Beach Golf Club & Community Centre; Wellsford Library; and Sandspit – call Sally Smith on 021 425407.Info and questions: Angela Gibbons on 021 353 666 or fabricrescuemk@gmail.
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