may swaps, upcoming events, and charity sewing

Jill over at Made with Moxie is putting together a charm swap exclusively for Denyse Schmidt fabrics (yay!)... you can sign up on her blog, and make sure to join the flickr group so you can post your fabric choice!

Jennifer at Ellison Lane Quilts is gearing up for a Summer Sewing Contest... sew something fun for summer in one of these 4 categories: quilts, home decor, clothing, and bags/accessories. link-ups start June 10, and there are some great prizes to be won!

Sara at Sew Sweetness is hosting the Purse Palooza 2012, coming in June. there will be two guest posts every weekday, as well as giveaways every day!! you'll also have until July 11 to link up your new purse and win even more prizes!

Craft Hope is collecting aprons for Craft Hope Project 17: Aprons for Haiti until May 31, in conjunction with Haiti by Hand. from the Craft Hope event info:

"It is unlikely that the average Haitian woman will ever receive anything that is special and pretty, something just for herself. Daily life for the Haitian woman is grueling and backbreaking. Most have to carry 5-gallon buckets of water on their heads from miles away. Cooking is done in a pit in the ground from handmade charcoal. The few pieces of clothing they have are washed in the river and hung to dry.  

"To receive something as precious as an apron made with love from pretty new fabrics would go a long way in making a Haitian women feel special. We would love for you to join us as we sew and collect aprons for the women of Haiti!"

any other great events, swaps, or charity sewing opportunities you're participating in? please share!!