<div>Top-line info: Alazar Beyene's 50 year old patching machine has died, and we want to buy him a new one.
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<div><strong>*update:  funds we raise above the goal are split between Alazar and Maquila Solidarity Network, a charity that supports the rights of workers in the global garment and footwear industries: <a href="http://maquilasolidarity.org" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">http://maquilasolidarity.org</a>*</strong>
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<div>When I recently brought in my winter boots to be reheeled, I asked, "I think the zipper is about to go — can you give me a new one?"
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<div>Shaking his head, Alazar told me, "I can mend the sole, but I can't fix the zipper. My patching machine is broken, and to buy a new one will cost ten thousand dollars."
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<div>I knew something had to be done.
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<div>Alazar Beyene has been keeping the Dufferin Grove community shod for over 23 years. If you've ever had a hole in your shoe, needed new soles or a watch battery, had keys cut or reheeled your favourite pumps, you'll know his skill is beyond all measure and his charm makes it a pleasure to visit him!
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<div>Recently, his patching and stitching machine — a beast that is over half a century old — broke. After consulting the suppliers (Landis), he was told that the parts to repair it no longer exist, and he needs to buy a new one for $10,000 (see pic), plus HST + more for the stand (see update).
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<div>Without it, Alazar is limited in his cobbling. The machine is used for things like:
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<li>stitching handbags
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<li>putting new zippers on boots
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<li>Changing buckles and elastic on sandals
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<li>And any stitching and patching jobs.
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<div>As his community, we want to support Alazar to say thank you for all he's done for us. Any donations towards our goal of $10,000 (which will cover most, though not all, of the price +HST) are gratefully received. Please share this with others in our community!
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<div>Thank you, Alazar, for keeping our shoes beautiful and our keys plentiful. And thank you to YOU for donating and sharing!
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<div><strong>PS wanna know who I am?? </strong>I'm Marsha, a Storytelling and Persuasive Communications Coach and Trainer in Toronto. I coach speakers and run workshops for companies on Storytelling, Ethically Persuasive Communication and Writing Effective Presentations -- more here: yesyesmarsha.com
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<div>I also run Toronto's largest and longest-running true storytelling show, True Stories Told Live Toronto at The Garrison. More at truestoriestoronto.com
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<div>You can also find both me and Alazar on Instagram and TikTok.
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<div>He's @alazarthecobler on insta and @alazarthecobbler on TT, and I'm @yesyesmarsha on both. See you over there!
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<div>Thanks for reading! :)
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