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The Sewing Basket’s Big Basket Sale 24-26 May

The Sewing Basket 2 mins read

 

  • Calling all creative enthusiasts – unique quality supplies at amazing prices
  • Your shopping will help the planet and people with disability
  • Choose from sewing, craft, and haberdashery items

 

Operated by Achieve Australia, The Sewing Basket is a unique retail experience. It's a place where people living with disability are employed in our teams selling 100% donated items that can’t be found anywhere else.

Join us at Marrickville Town Hall for the Big Basket Sale and browse through over 15 stalls unique fabrics, patterns, patchwork, embroidery materials, knitting and crochet yarn, and much more. Engage in live demonstrations and immerse yourself in the world of creativity and craftsmanship.

Visit on any of the 3 days or all of them. Stalls will be restocked every day.

 

The Sewing Basket has stores located in Balmain, Caringbah and Newington in Sydney and a store and warehouse in Kincumber on the Central Coast.

Take this opportunity to chat with their dedicated volunteers about the impactful work they do in supporting people living with disabilities to lead fulfilling lives of their choosing. The Sewing Basket has 74 volunteers across their 4 locations.

The Big Basket Sale will be held at Marrickville Town Hall from Friday 24 to Sunday 26 May, with restocking happening daily. As advocates for sustainability, we encourage you to bring your own shopping bags to carry your treasured finds.

Entry to the event is free, and all proceeds from our stores directly support people with disabilities. Join us in celebrating creativity, inclusivity, and community spirit at The Sewing Basket's Big Basket Sale.

 

Event Details

What: The Sewing Basket Big Basket Sale

Where: Marrickville Town Hall

When: Friday 24 - Sunday 26 May

Time: 10am – 4pm

Admission: Free – Register here.

 

Media contact

If you would like to feature The Sewing Basket Big Basket Sale before or during the event, please reach out to Cristina Barancik, Marketing & Communications Partner at Achieve Australia, 0493 020 069, [email protected].

Available for interview

Geraldine Daniel, Manager, The Sewing Basket

 

About The Sewing Basket - The Sewing Basket, operated by Achieve Australia, is dedicated to providing meaningful employment, volunteering and training opportunities for people with disabilities. Through their stores and community initiatives, they aim to foster inclusivity, sustainability, and creativity. Learn more about The Sewing Basket here.

About Achieve Australia - Achieve Australia is a non-profit organisation dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities, ensuring they lead extraordinary and fulfilling lives. Established in 1952, Achieve offers a range of services including accommodation, employment support, and community engagement. Through their people-centred approach, they strive to empower individuals, fostering independence and inclusion within the broader community. With the focus on respect, dignity and quality care, Achieve Australia plays a vital role in enhancing the lives of people with disabilities and promoting a more inclusive society. Learn more about Achieve Australia here.

 

 

 


Contact details:

Cristina Barancik - [email protected]

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