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Stitching for Comfort...

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Beverly Brophey Turner
We have all been touched by someone fighting breast cancer. My mother-in-law passed away in 1990. At the time she was diagnosed in the 1980's, minimal treatment was given. It was treated when detected and then it was a 5 year "watch". It came back just under the 5 yr mark but by then it had spread through lymph nodes to the lungs and bones. It seemed like at that time we heard about more women being diagnosed and the survival rate was not so promising.

Every year I  meet women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer and fight it effectively. Mastectomies are often an option in the treatment as it was with my mother-in-law. The treatment for cancer is a process that is most often not pleasant but necessary for future health. The least we can do as friends and supporters is to offer comfort. This past summer, I was introduced to a project called "Comfort Stitches" founded by a fellow industry colleague in Tennessee, Diane Preston. (See piece below about "Comfort Stitches") This August I made 30 tube bags as part of an industry wide initiative.

Over the past 20yrs+ of sewing, I have collected a fabric stash of remnants from left-over or abandoned projects. I have continuously searched for projects to utilize my stash in a meaningful way. I feel "Comfort Stitches" Bosom Buddy pillow and tube bags are a perfect use for my stash. A suggestion by an industry colleague and survivor of breast cancer herself, was to provide 2 tube bags. One to get wet in the shower and the other can be kept dry. So I have put together sets of "Comfort" that include one Bosom Buddy Pillow and 2 Tube bags. If you are or know someone who needs some "Comfort Stitches" please accept a set to help you in your treatment. They can be picked up from me in Dover, NH or shipped to you or the recipient at the cost of shipping and handling only. Please use the order section below and fill out all the information so we can provide a personal note. The inventory and selection will change based on remnants I have on hand at the moment and time available to fabricate.


About "Comfort Stitches"

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  "CRAFTING ITEMS TO HELP SOOTHE THOSE WHO ARE HEALING"
Born out of a heart to help those whose journey has taken them to a place of challenge, Comfort Stitches knows that the small work of each willing hand, with God’s help, can multiply into a great work of compassion and caring for those struggling with cancer.

Comfort Stitches is an outreach of area drapery workrooms and caring individuals to provide products to cancer patients in an effort to help them along  their journey.   Handmade items include “Bosom buddy” pillows, heart pillows, tube bags and chemo caps to name a few.  These items are made with love and care from mostly up-cycled fabric remnants.


“Friend, uncommon joy is coming your way.  The kind of joy and gladness that comes in the morning after a night of weeping.  Yes, the kind of joy that comes when that which man calls impossible is made possible by God.”  Cancer Prayer Team


Reserve a "Comfort Stitches" set

Please use the "cart" to reserve your set. One set per entry, per person. Reserved sets must be picked up within 3 days of reserving, otherwise, they will stay in inventory. Inventory is subject to change without notice. In the chance that the set you reserve is no longer available, you will be notified via email. Sets will be shipped at a nominal cost of "shipping and handling".  You will be notified when your set ships. In most cases, it will ship USPS Priority.

Pink Mini Floral Print

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Cotton Bosom Buddy Pillow with 100% Polyester fiber fill; 2 Tube bags - Twill tape handle, "Sunbrella" or outdoor fabrics

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Pink, Pale Blue Mini Print

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Cotton Bosom Buddy Pillow with 100% Polyester fiber fill; 2 Tube bags - Twill tape handle, "Sunbrella" or outdoor fabrics

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Pink Hearts, Green Leaf Mini Print

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Cotton Bosom Buddy Pillow with 100% Polyester fiber fill; 2 Tube bags - Twill tape handle, "Sunbrella" or outdoor fabrics

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Blue Floral, Red Dot Mini Print

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Cotton Bosom Buddy Pillow with 100% Polyester fiber fill; 2 Tube bags - Twill tape handle,  "Sunbrella" or outdoor fabrics

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Pink Floral, Multi Color Mini Print

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Cotton Bosom Buddy Pillow with 100% Polyester fiber fill; 2 Tube bags - Twill tape handle, "Sunbrella" or outdoor fabrics

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Granny Smith Green

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Cotton Bosom Buddy Pillow with 100% Polyester fiber fill; 2 Tube bags - Twill tape handle, "Sunbrella" or outdoor fabrics

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Granny Smith Green

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Cotton Bosom Buddy Pillow with 100% Polyester fiber fill; 2 Tube bags - Twill tape handle, "Sunbrella" or outdoor fabrics

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Please Spread the Word about "Comfort Stitches"

We will add new sets as they are fabricated. If you would like to donate polyester fiber fill, twill tape, or fabric remnants please contact us. If you would like to stitch as well, we can organize a stitching session in our workroom. Many hands make light work...

If you would like to make your own items, we have put patterns below including some for knit and crochet caps.

We would love to hear feedback and testimonials and we wish you comfort during your journey to improved health!

Patterns for the DIY'er...join the effort!

Bosom Buddy Pattern

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Perfect project for cotton remnants. Use 100% Polyester fiber fill for a comfortable and supportive pillow. Ideal for people receiving chemo treatments to be used in various positions for comfort.

bosom_buddy.pdf
File Size: 295 kb
File Type: pdf
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Tube Bag

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We use leftover "Sunbrella" or outdoor fabrics. It is recommended that 2 are used, one for the shower and the other kept dry. We use a cotton twill tape for the strap.

tube_bag.pdf
File Size: 272 kb
File Type: pdf
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Crochet Cap

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Skill Level: Easy
One ball of yarn required

Please refer to the instructions in the file posted.

comforting_blue_cap.pdf
File Size: 88 kb
File Type: pdf
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Fabric Cap

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Picture to come soon as we make up a sample.

Skill Level: Intermediate
You need to be able to enlarge the pattern to the size specified (pattern drafting skill or enlarge the photocopy)


1 yd of cotton fabric
1/4 yard of light interlining or fleece.

fabricadult_chemo_hat.pdf
File Size: 55 kb
File Type: pdf
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Knit Cap

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Skill Level: Easy
2 balls of yarn required for contrasting color scheme.

Please refer to the instructions in the file posted.

seed_stitch_hat.pdf
File Size: 45 kb
File Type: pdf
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Crochet Cap

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Skill Level: Easy
One ball of yarn

Please refer to the instructions in the file posted.

solace_crochet_cap.pdf
File Size: 79 kb
File Type: pdf
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Fleece Cap

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Skill Level: Easy
1.2 yard of Fleece or double-knit fabrics

fleececkeasyhat.pdf
File Size: 165 kb
File Type: pdf
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