Mandee is a fantasy couture designer and the primary caregiver for her elderly parents. Her work is a sanctuary for our community—she creates inclusive, custom-fit designs that honor all bodies and gender expressions, helping people feel powerful and seen.

Right as she was preparing for a first major career milestone—the Fantastique Collection debut at the Dreamers & Readers Festival—Mandee’s sewing machine broke. Because she works from home to care for her elderly parents, this machine is both her livelihood and her creative lifeline. Without it, she can’t finish her debut collection or continue supporting her family and community through her art.

We are raising funds to replace Mandee’s sewing machine so she can finish her collection for the festival, continue her work as an independent designer while caregiving, and keep providing inclusive art to those who need it most. Mandee gives endlessly to everyone else. Now, it’s our turn to help her reach the stage she’s worked so hard for. Please help us get this artist back to her craft.