Our mission

At Threads of Hope, we believe that a single thread can stitch strength, self-worth, and opportunity into the lives of women and girls who need it most. Our platform was created to bring the timeless skill of sewing to the fingertips of those who may not have access to formal education, training programs, or safe spaces for expression.

Originally born out of a personal love for sewing and service, Threads of Hope has grown into a digital hub that offers free sewing education, inspirational stories, and a space for global connection. While we can’t always give physical items due to local regulations, we focus on empowering through knowledge and creativity.

My Story

Hi, I’m Zaynah, a 17-year-old girl with a needle in one hand and a heart full of hope.

Threads of Hope began with a simple, hand-cranked sewing machine and a desire to make a difference. During the pandemic, I started sewing face masks and scrunchies, small items that felt like tiny acts of love stitched together. But it wasn’t just about fabric and thread. As I sewed, I felt connected to something bigger: a sense of purpose, of healing, of creating something beautiful out of what felt like chaos.

That’s when the idea hit me, what if this simple skill could empower others, especially women and girls who have been displaced, silenced, or overlooked? What if sewing could become more than a hobby? What if it could be a tool for freedom, confidence, and resilience?

But I quickly faced a challenge. Where I live, I couldn’t donate handmade items directly to those in need. So I decided to shift my focus, from giving things to giving knowledge. I created Threads of Hope as a digital space where sewing meets storytelling, where skills are shared freely, and where women can find strength through creativity.

This is a piece of me. It’s for every girl who’s ever been told she’s not strong enough, skilled enough, or important enough. It’s for the quiet hands making loud change.

Thank you for being here. Whether you’re learning to sew, reading a story, or just passing through, I hope you leave with a little more hope than you came with.