A diverse group of children and adults, dressed in colorful traditional African attire, posing together outdoors under a red canopy with balloons on the side, in a park or playground setting.

Preserving Culture Through Every Stitch

Empowering youth and strengthening communities through sewing, quilting, fashion, and fabric arts.

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OUR Vision

To be a leading community resource where culture, creativity, and education come together to inspire future generations, preserve the rich traditions of African American sewing and quilting, and empower individuals to transform their talents into lifelong opportunities.

OUR MISSION

Cleta’s Stay and Sew exist to preserve African American culture through sewing, quilting, and fabric arts by providing educational programs, creative opportunities, and community engagement that inspire, empower, and equip future generations.

OUR IMPACT

A diverse group of children and adults gathered together for a celebration with colorful balloons and decorations, smiling for a group photo.

250+ YOUTH SERVED

An elderly woman with dreadlocks wearing glasses and a colorful green and pink patterned dress is working on a craft project at a table. A younger girl with her hair in dreadlocks and wearing a pink top is sitting in front of her. The background shows a room with tables, chairs, and various crafting supplies.

500+ COMMUNITY WORKSHOPS

Four girls standing in a store, holding colorful fabric wall hangings with calendar prints in the middle. One girl wears red and black checkered pajamas and Crocs, one wears glasses and patterned clothing, another is in jeans with pink boots, and the last girl is partially visible on the right. Shelves of fabric are behind them.
Four girls standing in a store, holding colorful fabric wall hangings with calendar prints in the middle. One girl wears red and black checkered pajamas and Crocs, one wears glasses and patterned clothing, another is in jeans with pink boots, and the last girl is partially visible on the right. Shelves of fabric are behind them.

1000+ INSTRUCTIONAL HOURS