OLD sewing machines are wanted for an up-and-coming group of nimble fingered youngsters who are learning essential life skills.

Maeri Howard, who runs the Broomfields Make and Do group, wants to set up a sewing machine-lending library, so children can borrow the appliances and continue their work at home.

Anyone who can donate an unused or old electric machine should contact Maeri on 211506 or e-mail maeri@themakeanddostudio.co.uk