As I browsed around the store, I thought that B is for BROOKLYN would be perfect amongst the lemonade and unicycle printed wear. It seemed like we should partner-up somehow.
The owners of the boutique came up with some amazing ideas. First, they asked me to custom design "initials" from B is for BROOKLYN for kids (and adults!) to batik onto t-shirts. They also suggested I design an original Brooklyn t-shirt, which will be unveiled at an "opening party" (June 22).
But the best part for me is that they asked me to chose a charity to donate 10% of t-shirt sales to.
I chose TEAM CALEB and Kid's Walk for Kids with Cancer.
Caleb's mom, Ellen Hollander-Sande, was in my original mother's group 8 years ago. She was one of the first moms I met. I was instantly taken by her knowledge as a nurse and her confidence as a new mother. Motherhood was scary to me. It was a big deal for me to venture out of the house to meet up with other new moms, I felt timid and insecure. Any bits of knowledge and help others could offer me were like little gems. Ellen was very wise and generous.
Now, Ellen and I each have two children. Our kids all go to the same wonderful school: PS10 in South Slope, Brooklyn. Ellen's second born, Caleb, was diagnosed with Burkitt's Lymphona this year. He is responding really well to treatment–– which is the good news so far, but of course, it's an ongoing battle.
Creating a custom batik Brooklyn t-shirt and having this special 'event' is my small contribution to helping Ellen, Caleb and their family. Please come out and show your support, too! If nothing else, you'll come away with a cool, new Brooklyn t. H is for Hip, indeed.
June 22, 2013
10:30am - 12:30pm
refreshments served
HiHo Batik
5th Avenue & Berkeley
Brooklyn, NY
RSVP here if you plan to attend.
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