We met with the women and the youth several times during my visit. On Saturday Pastor Lydia, went into Kampala very early to purchase the sewing machines. She then arranged to have a pick-up truck bring them to the church. 4 machines were purchase 3 different types. 2 old singer sewing machine (like my grandmother had- no electricity needed) a binding machine and a heavy duty machine. The women were very excited I then taught them how to make pot holders using a loom, They called them table mats and come up with several ideas for additional products.
Next step for the sewing business is to find a place to rent. The rent is about $150.00 per month. I am selling jewelry, and other products to raise this money until they are bring in enough money to cover the rent.
The young girls were very excited about having pen pals from the US so if you are interested let me know!
There were also interested in learning how to use Computers, knitting and sewing. We have put a plan in place to take care of these requests.
Julie (my personal chef) taught the girls how to make friendship bracelets they were amazing coming up with new designs.
Together I had an amazing time with my Ugandan Sister and daughters.
On Sunday they gave me a gift of flowers made from beads amazing!
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