Wrap LA in Love

Wrap LA in Love: Quilts for Wildfire Victims

The devastating wildfires in Los Angeles have left countless families displaced, heartbroken, and struggling to rebuild. As quilters, we know the power of a handmade quilt to bring warmth, comfort, and love to those in need. That’s why I’m reaching out to our incredible quilting community to join me in providing quilts for these families.

Why Quilts?
A quilt is more than just a blanket. It’s a symbol of care, hope, and resilience. For families who have lost their homes and belongings, receiving a handmade quilt is a reminder that they are not alone. This winter, as they begin the difficult journey of rebuilding, your quilt can offer them both physical and emotional warmth.

How You Can Help
I’m coordinating a quilt donation drive to get these quilts into the hands of those who need them most. Here’s how you can participate:

• Donate Crib-Size or Larger Quilts: We’re accepting new or gently used quilts that are lap-size or larger. These will provide the warmth and comfort families need.

• Ship or Drop off Your Quilts to:
  Debbie Harris
  c/o San Diego Sewn Quilt Drive
  17601 Santa Rosalia St.
  Fountain Valley, CA 92708

• Deadline: Please ensure your quilts arrive by February 1st.
  

• Want to drop off in the L.A. area? Stephanie can help. Click here for more
  
• Want to drop off in San Diego, email me Amanda@sandiegosewn.com and let's coordinate. 

Distribution
Once your quilts arrive, my mom, Debbie, has graciously offered her home as a sorting and collection point. Several quilt guilds are partnering with me to ensure that the quilts are distributed directly to families in need through trusted local organizations. This effort is personal to me, and I’m committed to ensuring your generosity reaches those who need it most.

Can't ship a quilt and want to help? Donate here

A Personal Connection
Jennyth of Pasadena Quilt Studio is at the heart of this devastation. Though she is safe, her community has been deeply affected. Jennyth and I started our fabric shops around the same time and have always supported each other. While she isn’t in a position to organize something like this right now, I want her and her community to know that we’ve got their back. Let’s show her the strength and love of our quilting community.

Spread the Word
If you can’t donate a quilt, you can still help by sharing this effort with others. Whether it’s your quilt guild, sewing friends, or social media followers, every bit of support makes a difference. Together, we can provide hope and warmth to families who have lost so much.

Thank You
Your kindness and generosity mean the world to me and to the families who will receive your beautiful quilts. Let’s come together and show that, even in the face of disaster, love and compassion prevail.

For updates on this effort, or to ask questions, feel free to contact me directly at amanda@sandiegosewn.com or ig @sandiego.sewn

Thank you for being part of this meaningful initiative. Let’s wrap LA in love, one quilt at a time.

Warmly,
Amanda
San Diego Sewn