At Re:new, we thrive thanks to donations we receive, especially those that come in the form of fabric. We are so grateful for the amazing textiles that are donated to our organization, which allow the Artisans to create beautiful handmade products to sell in our store.
So many exciting things are happening at Re:new, especially the recent promotions of Farida, Nigora and Shatha. Farida and Nigora were promoted to Advanced Artisan and Shatha is now an Accomplished Artisan. Each promotion means more hours, more pay and more responsibility.
We love celebrating Valentine's Day, as it's a reminder to revel in the goodness of all of the wonderful relationships in our lives. This year we'll be hosting a special Valentine's Day luncheon for the Artisans who work for Re:new as well as the New Students in our sewing classes.
2018 is off to a wonderful start! Thanks to our dedicated staff and volunteers, we overhauled our studio and workspace creating a better workflow for the Artisans. The space is now more organized and supplies are easily accessible. It's open, bright and full of energy. It feels good to start the new year with a fresh space!
Several months ago, we asked our Artisans, staff and dedicated volunteers what they love about Re:new. Their answers were so encouraging and uplifting that we want to share them with you.