Our guest today is Terry Grahl the Founder and CEO of Enchanted Makeovers, a national non-profit charitable organization based in Taylor, Michigan. She started Enchanted Makeovers after a life-changing visit to a shelter for women 

Terry grew up in Michigan ran a successful interior decorating business called Terry's Enchanted Cottage.

Terry has contributed to more than 12 books, has appeared on PBS, the Today Show, Woman's World magazine, First for Women magazine, and various other television news outlets and national magazines to raise awareness and share the mission. 

She is currently working on her next children's book about the Capes for Kids program. To be released in March 2025. 

(2:00) Terry who was introduced to us by Deanna Springer who is a huge supported of Terry and her work, tells about her mother’s influence on her work

(3:05) Why does Terry believe sewing is important?

(3:20) Terry tells us about her business Terry’s Enchanted Cottage.

(4:42) How did Terry come to found Enchanted Makeovers? She shares the heartwarming sorry of how fate led her to her remarkable work.

(10:00) Why did Terry choose the word Enchanted. It’s about discovery and hope. 

(10:33) Learn about the mission of Enchanted Makeovers and how they work with volunteers and the recipients of their services.

(12:33) Terry shares the remarkable story of Donna who was a recipient of Enchanted Makeovers.

(14:05) Enchanted Makeovers The Travelling Pillowcase Project and Capes for Kids involve the work and love of sewists. Learn about this work. And why she says, “What are tears if there is no action”!

(16:18) The Sacred Sewing Room –a project inspired by Terry’s mother – helps thousands through the country. Learn how this began and how it works.

(18:48) What does she mean by “Love is in the Details”?

(19:20) Enchanted Makeovers has had strong coverage in the media and even a shout out from Sheryl Crow. Hear the story…

(21:25) Enchanted Makeovers is now found nationwide…learn about their reach.

(24:06) What’s next for Terry and what’s her dream? Well, for one hew new book The Little Bluebird who Forgot How to Fly available in March 2025 on Amazon.

( 27:00)How do you reach out to terry? www.Enchantedmakeovers.org

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