PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A Portland sewing master has turned her hobby into a booming business to fulfill a need for affordable-yet-stylish face masks. Sew Happiness’ Trudy Shurts has made all kinds of ...

After already sewing about 1,000 protective fabric masks since the pandemic arrived full steam in March, Anita Schuckert of Iowa City now has a reason to be more dedicated than ever to the task. Her ...

Health care providers bracing for a flood of coronavirus cases are already worried about adequate supplies of necessities like face masks. Recently updated advice from the Centers for Disease Control ...

SAGINAW, MI — Before the COVID-19 pandemic began, Amy Wisniewski didn’t know how to use a sewing machine. Now, the painter and owner of Vintage 11 is using her newfound sewing skills to pay the bills.

SIOUX CITY -- By using a special die-cutter, Joi Mahon is able to cut cotton fabric with absolute precision. The Sioux City-based dress designer will then sew the attached pieces together before ...

TOWAMENCIN – If you’re shopping at a local supermarket and see someone giving out colorful, handmade masks, chances are you’ve crossed paths with Diane Burnell. She’s a local crafter and small ...

A 14-year-old Northport High School freshman is using her sewing skills to keep Long Islanders safe. Lia Edlin Miller's handmade masks have helped raise thousands of dollars for local charities. "At ...

Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Bohn: 60 years of sewing helps. MakeHaven volunteers have sewn 402 face masks for nonprofits and ...

Just two months ago, Eve Baum never would have believed she would be manufacturing thousands of face masks. Baum is the founder and designer for Military Apparel Company, a 15-year-old Pennsylvania ...

With multiple stores closing in response to COVID-19, more shoppers are taking to the web to keep pantries stocked. Longmont-based Colorado Crafted specializes in curated boxes filled with ...

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