Launch Sench - Sensory-friendly Clothes for Kids
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Sench = Sensory + Stitch
Inspired by our daughter with sensory processing disorder and several learning differences, we're starting our own sensory-friendly clothing line.
We're not fashion designers. We're more like creatures of comfort.
But, we see a need and we hope to fulfill it.
We believe:
- All children deserve to feel comfortable and stylish when getting dressed to take on the world.
- Clothing should inspire pride, no matter a person's size.
- Selecting a coordinated outfit builds independence and self-esteem, and should be made attainable for children with learning and sensory differences.
That's why we're creating Sench Clothes. Our dream is to create a collection of clothing that allows children of all sizes to dress independently in comfortable and stylish clothes, with no frustrating features.
Who will benefit from these clothes?
Thousands of children with sensory processing disorder, and hopefully even those without it, will benefit.
While there are several types of sensory processing disorder, we're focused on sensory modulation, which is when a child's nervous system is differently developed, resulting in hypo- or hyper-sensitivity to external stimuli.
Hypo-sensitive kids crave compression and tight-fitting clothing (there are already several clothing manufacturers catering to these kids).
Hyper-sensitive kids, on the other hand, have a hard time finding clothing that fits without frustration. Seams, tags, zippers, buttons -- you name it, they hate it. Finding clothing that is both fashionable AND comfortable is extremely challenging for this group (and their parents!).
Additionally, sensory processing disorder cannot be diagnosed alone, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. Many of these children are also diagnosed with ADHD, dyslexia, autism, fragile x and other conditions.
Our best estimate is that between 5 and 13 percent of children have some sort of sensory processing disorder. Many of them go undiagnosed.
What makes your clothing different?
I'm a mom and my daughter has the hyper-sensitive type of processing disorder.
I'm not designing the clothing solely for fashion or function, but to make independent, fashionable dressing a cinch for parents and kids alike.
Many--but not all--of these children have a hard time getting dressed and selecting matching outfits without an adult.
Enter Sench. We will make loose-fitting, stylish clothing from comfortable, recycled poly-blend fabrics with no frustrating features (itchy tags, hard seams, etc.). We want these to be clothes any kid might wear -- not medical clothing.
Additionally, we will design the line to include a special feature that allows children to select color-coordinating outfits on their own.
Finally, the line will include the elusive tween and tween plus sizes. Why? Well, young ladies, in particular, are going through puberty earlier and earlier, and the fashion industry has not kept up with their size and fitting needs.
The line will include all of these features for a reasonable price. Between therapies, remediation, assistive technology, medication and specialist visits, sensory and learning differences can be expensive. We're not here to make big profits. We're in this to help other families in need because we're fortunate to be able to do so (with your help, of course!).
Why do you need my money?
We've invested time, money and several sleepless nights into developing the concept and technical specifications for this clothing line. However, a lot more needs to get done -- and done right, by professionals.
We've selected a non-profit contract manufacturing company that works to provide skills training and opportunities to women as our manufacturer. We intend to work with them on product development and manufacturing -- neither of which is free.
How much do you need?
Product development for the first collection (3 boys' and 3 girls' pieces) will be about $4,000-5,000. This stage includes patterning, sourcing, sizing and generally planning every detail of the product line.
Once that's complete, we'll need more funding to actually produce the first set of inventory. We'll also need some miscellaneous funding to support advertising and mailing for the first few pieces.
I'm estimating that we need about $20,000 to get off the ground and become self-sustaining.
When do you need it?
Yesterday! We are continuing the project while paying for a private school for our dyslexic daughter along with therapies, medications, specialist appointments and the like. Without your help, this project may take a really long time or never even get off the ground. We need your support!
A Personal Plea:
If you've ever cut off a tag, please go fund me.
If you've ever scratched at an itchy seam, please go fund me.
If you've ever struggled to secure a button, please go fund me.
If you've ever fought with a zipper or three, please go fund me.
If your closet is full of clothes you cannot bear to wear, please go fund me.
If you've ever searched unsuccessfully to find your size, please go fund me.
If you've ever wanted to make a difference in a child's life, please go fund me.
Thank you for your interest in supporting Sench Clothes, LLC.
PS: At this time, we are also helping parents deliver a learning or sensory difference diagnosis to a child by supplying talking points, FAQs and a "welcome kit" with a shirt and toys for the child. All sales of the welcome kits go to support launching Sench Clothes, LLC. Feel free to visit our website at www.senchclothes.com for more details.
Inspired by our daughter with sensory processing disorder and several learning differences, we're starting our own sensory-friendly clothing line.
We're not fashion designers. We're more like creatures of comfort.
But, we see a need and we hope to fulfill it.
We believe:
- All children deserve to feel comfortable and stylish when getting dressed to take on the world.
- Clothing should inspire pride, no matter a person's size.
- Selecting a coordinated outfit builds independence and self-esteem, and should be made attainable for children with learning and sensory differences.
That's why we're creating Sench Clothes. Our dream is to create a collection of clothing that allows children of all sizes to dress independently in comfortable and stylish clothes, with no frustrating features.
Who will benefit from these clothes?
Thousands of children with sensory processing disorder, and hopefully even those without it, will benefit.
While there are several types of sensory processing disorder, we're focused on sensory modulation, which is when a child's nervous system is differently developed, resulting in hypo- or hyper-sensitivity to external stimuli.
Hypo-sensitive kids crave compression and tight-fitting clothing (there are already several clothing manufacturers catering to these kids).
Hyper-sensitive kids, on the other hand, have a hard time finding clothing that fits without frustration. Seams, tags, zippers, buttons -- you name it, they hate it. Finding clothing that is both fashionable AND comfortable is extremely challenging for this group (and their parents!).
Additionally, sensory processing disorder cannot be diagnosed alone, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. Many of these children are also diagnosed with ADHD, dyslexia, autism, fragile x and other conditions.
Our best estimate is that between 5 and 13 percent of children have some sort of sensory processing disorder. Many of them go undiagnosed.
What makes your clothing different?
I'm a mom and my daughter has the hyper-sensitive type of processing disorder.
I'm not designing the clothing solely for fashion or function, but to make independent, fashionable dressing a cinch for parents and kids alike.
Many--but not all--of these children have a hard time getting dressed and selecting matching outfits without an adult.
Enter Sench. We will make loose-fitting, stylish clothing from comfortable, recycled poly-blend fabrics with no frustrating features (itchy tags, hard seams, etc.). We want these to be clothes any kid might wear -- not medical clothing.
Additionally, we will design the line to include a special feature that allows children to select color-coordinating outfits on their own.
Finally, the line will include the elusive tween and tween plus sizes. Why? Well, young ladies, in particular, are going through puberty earlier and earlier, and the fashion industry has not kept up with their size and fitting needs.
The line will include all of these features for a reasonable price. Between therapies, remediation, assistive technology, medication and specialist visits, sensory and learning differences can be expensive. We're not here to make big profits. We're in this to help other families in need because we're fortunate to be able to do so (with your help, of course!).
Why do you need my money?
We've invested time, money and several sleepless nights into developing the concept and technical specifications for this clothing line. However, a lot more needs to get done -- and done right, by professionals.
We've selected a non-profit contract manufacturing company that works to provide skills training and opportunities to women as our manufacturer. We intend to work with them on product development and manufacturing -- neither of which is free.
How much do you need?
Product development for the first collection (3 boys' and 3 girls' pieces) will be about $4,000-5,000. This stage includes patterning, sourcing, sizing and generally planning every detail of the product line.
Once that's complete, we'll need more funding to actually produce the first set of inventory. We'll also need some miscellaneous funding to support advertising and mailing for the first few pieces.
I'm estimating that we need about $20,000 to get off the ground and become self-sustaining.
When do you need it?
Yesterday! We are continuing the project while paying for a private school for our dyslexic daughter along with therapies, medications, specialist appointments and the like. Without your help, this project may take a really long time or never even get off the ground. We need your support!
A Personal Plea:
If you've ever cut off a tag, please go fund me.
If you've ever scratched at an itchy seam, please go fund me.
If you've ever struggled to secure a button, please go fund me.
If you've ever fought with a zipper or three, please go fund me.
If your closet is full of clothes you cannot bear to wear, please go fund me.
If you've ever searched unsuccessfully to find your size, please go fund me.
If you've ever wanted to make a difference in a child's life, please go fund me.
Thank you for your interest in supporting Sench Clothes, LLC.
PS: At this time, we are also helping parents deliver a learning or sensory difference diagnosis to a child by supplying talking points, FAQs and a "welcome kit" with a shirt and toys for the child. All sales of the welcome kits go to support launching Sench Clothes, LLC. Feel free to visit our website at www.senchclothes.com for more details.
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Lacey Dean
Organizer
Cochranville, PA