About Stitches Collection
WHO WE ARE and WHAT WE DO
Stitches Collection® are a unique series of trademarked therapy dolls designed and made in Australia through the Creative Groundz Studio program.
The dolls are made by our amazing, diverse crew, including those with disabilities and mental health, to encourage dialogue with kids, their parents/carers, and the general community on health, social, and mental health issues.
The Stitches Collection® designs have been used by DanielleRG, lead artist of Creative Groundz Studio and western Sydney, became a Registered charity in 2022 with proceeds of Stitches works supporting the delivery of creative works and initiatives for childhood mental health.
The first Collection of 18 dolls was publicly launched in June 2019 in Blacktown, Western Sydney. As a not-for-profit community initiative, part of the proceeds of all Stitches Collection® dolls support the delivery of community projects in Lalor Park under Creative Groundz Studio and Wolkara Elders Group (see ‘Our Community’ below).
Each Stitches Character represents their own vulnerability with relatable stories about figuring their world and promote positive messages. Using the dolls as a toll to engage future generations supporting early childhood mental health prevention
The Stitches characters and their stories are designed to open dialogue with future generations and used as a resource tool to support parents and teachers engage children and students around mental health, health and social justice issues in a creative way.
We deliver all Stitches creative programs and projects from our studio space- Creative Groundz Studio based at Lalor Park. Supported by Blacktown City Council for over10 years. We are a safe, inclusive creative space. (see programs)
We proudly work in partnership with our Wolkara Elders Group. Supporting First Nations Initiatives that strengthen culture in community.
Our Challenge
Established in March 2015, Creative Groundz Studio has established itself as an invaluable drop-in for the community of Lalor Park. Offering social connection for those at risk of social isolation, creative exploration through its meaningful daily activities, and community building through its outreach events, the Stitches Crew of Creative Groundz Studio are here to serve.
DRG Stitches Collection Ltd is a registered charity.
ACNC :76658178664
Start the conversation and show you care.
Mental health, health and social justice issues affect our youth. We have a large range of dolls, including Multicultural, Indigenous, LGBTQIA+ and many more!
How Can Stitches Dolls Help?
By helping you find the words:
Sometimes words are hard to find. Each Stitches Collection doll has a story to tell. Whether it’s a story you relate to or the story of someone you know, sometimes we just need a little help finding the words.
By helping start a conversation:
Mental health, health and social justice issues can be tough to talk about. Just like you, Stitches Collections dolls have their own story.
Let them help start a conversation.
By showing you care:
Mental health, health and social issues can be isolating and lonely at times. Just like you, Stitches Collection dolls are here to be hugged and loved.
Sometimes we just need a buddy:
Each Stitches Collection doll is looking for a friend to care for, accept, and confide in. Sometimes all we need is a buddy to comfort us.
WE ARE A NON FOR PROFIT ORGANISATION AND PROUDLY SUPPORT VARIOUS CHILDRENS CHARITIES BY DONATING DOLLS TO THOSE IN NEED.
This would not be possible without the generous donations from our amazing community partnerships.
whether you can relate, or want to support someone you love – or just because they’re so darn cute! – Stitches Collection dolls are here to help.