Refugee Artisan Initiative

10/16/2026

Thank you for joining us for Stitching Hope!

Last night was a beautiful reminder of what we can accomplish when a community comes together. We’re so grateful to everyone who joined us, showed their support, and helped make this year’s gala so special. Your presence and generosity mean so much to the women and families in our RAI community.

Here’s a little sneak peek at a few moments from the evening! 📸 More photos are coming soon, and we can’t wait to share them with you.

A special shoutout to Jonathan Allen for capturing the night! ✨

Thank you for being part of our story and helping us continue stitching hope, one connection at a time.

10/08/2026

SECOND SATURDAY WORKSHOPS! 🧵

This Saturday, we’re getting creative with a sewing workshop where you’ll learn how to make your very own decorative pillow! ✂️✨

Whether you’re new to sewing or already have some experience, come learn alongside the RAI community and make something you can take home and enjoy.

📅 Saturday, October 10
⏰ 1 PM
📍 Refugee Artisan Initiative
🎟️ FREE + open to the public
No reservation needed. Just drop in!

Come sew with us! 💚

10/01/2026

🧵 THIS SATURDAY AT RAI! 🧵

Join us this week for a FREE workshop on Embroidery & Visible Mending!

Learn how to use simple embroidery techniques to repair, personalize, and give new life to your favorite clothing. Whether you’re completely new to embroidery or already love to stitch, come create with us!

📅 Saturday, October 3
⏰ 1 PM
📍 Refugee Artisan Initiative
🎟️ FREE + open to the public
No reservation needed. Just drop in!

Bring a garment you’d like to mend or simply come ready to learn something new. We’ll see you Saturday!

09/24/2026

No AI slop allowed at RAI. Come by and say hi!

Our retail store and mending & alterations is open Thursday to Saturday from 10am to 5pm! 🧵🪡

Address: 12337 Lake City Way NE, Seattle, WA 98125

09/17/2026

Saturdays at RAI are for getting creative! 🧵✂️

We now have FREE weekly workshops open to the public, with something new to learn and make each Saturday.

To sewing and mending and hands-on creative projects, our workshops are a chance to learn alongside RAI’s community and try something new, whether you’re a beginner or already have some experience.

📅 Every Saturday
⏰ 1 PM
📍 Refugee Artisan Initiative
🎟️ FREE + open to the public
No reservation needed. Just drop by and join us!

Check out our upcoming Saturday workshops and find one that’s calling your name. We’ll see you at RAI! 💙

09/10/2026

WE’RE OPEN! 🧵✨

Our doors are officially open at RAI from Thursday to Saturday!

Come by to shop our collection of artisan-made and upcycled products, bring in a favorite garment for Mending & Alterations, or simply stop in and say hello.

We’re also hosting FREE weekly workshops at 1 PM, so there’s always something new to learn and create with our community.

📍 Come see us at RAI
🛍️ Shop
🧵 Mending & Alterations services
✂️ Create with us

We can’t wait to welcome you!

08/04/2026

07/30/2026

At the heart of workforce development is skill-building and creating opportunities for people to recognize their strengths and build a future with confidence.

This week, we feature Khadija, RAI’s Workforce Development Manager. With a background in human rights, women’s rights, gender equality, and workforce development, Khadija brings a deep commitment to supporting refugee and immigrant women as they pursue new opportunities.

In her interview, Khadija reflects on the importance of meaningful work, the power of confidence-building, and the impact of creating pathways for women to achieve economic stability and long-term success.

Read the full conversation (link in comments) to learn more about Khadija’s journey and the work behind RAI’s workforce development programs.

07/27/2026

🎉 We’re Opening Our Doors!

Join us this Saturday as Refugee Artisan Initiative (RAI) celebrates the opening of our retail store during the Lake City Summer Festival!

Be part of this exciting milestone as we officially open our storefront with a Ribbon Cutting, explore our new space, meet the team, and shop artisan-made products that create opportunity for refugee and immigrant women.

Come celebrate with us, support local artisans, and see how every purchase helps build brighter futures.

📍 Refugee Artisan Initiative
📅 This Saturday
✂️ Ribbon Cutting Ceremony during the Lake City Summer Festival

We can’t wait to welcome you into our new home!