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#SewPINK

Welcome to #SewPINK, the ByAnnie Cancer Awareness initiative since October 2019.

Our mission: raise awareness, promote screenings, foster community, and support cancer research. While October shines a spotlight on breast cancer awareness, our commitment extends throughout the year. Join us in learning, inspiring, and giving generously.

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Cancer-Related Fatigue Awareness Month

December is Cancer-Related Fatigue Awareness Month, a time to recognize one of the most common — yet often overlooked — side effects of cancer and its treatments.

Cancer-related fatigue is not like everyday tiredness. It can feel overwhelming, persistent, and unrelieved by rest. It affects both patients and caregivers, each facing physical, emotional, and mental demands that accumulate over time.

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November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month!

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide, accounting for nearly one in five cancer deaths globally.

Despite advances in diagnosis and treatment, it continues to pose a significant public health challenge.

November is recognized as Lung Cancer Awareness Month, a vital time to educate the public about this disease, promote early detection, and encourage preventive measures.

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October 2025
#SewPINK Blog Hop

Join ByAnnie and a world-wide group of sewing community members for our annual SewPINK Blog Hop.

Throughout the month of October 2025, blogs will be going live to raise cancer awareness, share inspiration, sew fun projects and share stories of resilience.

Come back daily for updated links and new content!

2025 #SewPINK Blog Hop Calendar

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month!

While rare, cancer is one of the leading causes of death by disease in children adolescents.

Despite this, it often receives significantly less funding and public attention than other forms of cancer.

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It's Appendix Cancer Awareness Month!

When most people think about cancer, the appendix rarely comes to mind.

This small, finger-like pouch attached to the large intestine is often considered a vestigial organ with little function. Yet, in rare cases, it can be the site of a serious and complex disease—appendix cancer.

Sarcoma and Bone Cancer Awareness Month!

As summer begins and we spend more time outdoors, it’s also a chance to bring attention to two lesser-known but serious types of cancer: sarcoma and bone cancer.

Understanding these conditions can lead to earlier detection, better support for patients, and more informed conversations in our communities.

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Uterine Cancer Awareness Month!

June was Uterine Cancer Awareness Month. What a great reminder to learn more about uterine cancer and how to detect and prevent against it.

This blog is only the beginning, start up a conversation by wearing or sewing something peach!

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Melanoma Skin Cancer Awareness Month!

As the sun starts shining this May, take the extra time to protect yourself against it's potentially harmful rays. Your skin is your largest organ, so treat it to some sunscreen and learn ways to detect melanoma early.

Once you learn the ABCDE method in this blog, you'll be one step closer to early detection!

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Testicular Cancer Awareness!

April is Testicular Cancer Month! Show your support by using orchid in your next project.

Testicular cancer, while rare, can affect men, especially between ages 20-39. Understanding symptoms and performing self-exams can help with early detection.

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Colorectal Cancer Awareness!

March was Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month! Did you know that the official symbol of colorectal cancer awareness is a dark blue star ribbon?

Learn more about colorectal cancer awareness and why this unique symbol was chosen to represent it in our latest SewPINK blog!

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National Cancer Prevention!

February was Nation Cancer Prevention Month and a great reminder to learn ways to prevent cancer!

The National Cancer Institute recognizes the 12 most-studied, known, or suspected risk factors for cancer. You can learn more about each of these risk factors in our blog.

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Cervical Cancer Awareness!

January was Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, so bring out your teal and white and let's get a conversation started!

Cervical cancer is one the easiest cancers to detect and prevent. To learn ways to lower your risk and support those battling cervical cancer, visit our blog.

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Go beyond SewPINK

There are hundreds of cancers in this world and each has its unique characteristics, risks, diagnosis and treatment.

Please visit this link to find other cancer awareness months and join us in helping to raise awareness.

Beyond SewPINK

Sew MORE than Pink

There are cancer awareness ribbons in every color of the rainbow and then some. While most people know October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, many don't know that EVERY month features a way to spread cancer awareness and prevention.

We've selected a different ribbon from each month to highlight for 2025, so be sure to check back each month to see new ways to spread cancer awareness.

One easy way to show your support is by making a project using colors that correspond with each month's ribbon. To make this easier for everyone, we've taken the time to select these ribbon colors in solid fabrics from the major fabric companies. Below is an interactive graph with our selections for the entire year AND each individual month.

Click here if you'd like to view a larger version, download, or print the graph.

Submit to the Photo Contest

ByAnnie.com hosts a monthly photo contest year round. Among the prizes, we offer a $50 credit to use on the website for photos featuring sewing projects using ByAnnie products that also are #SewPINK initiative related.

So break out your camera, take some amazing photos of your projects and send them in!

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#SewPINK Cancer Awareness Blog Hop 2026 Coming Soon!

#SewPINK Cancer Awareness Blog Hop 2025

Join us each day in October for a blog hop of inspiration and education, as well as a fundraiser through the Breast Cancer Research Foundation and charity sewing opportunities. Be sure to check out each day's blog for information and giveaway opportunities. Note: Prior blog hops from 2019 forward are also available here.

Live with Annie for #SewPINK

Sew-Along

Join us in making the Bosom Buddy pattern.

Sewing for Charity

Join Annie and Amy Smart for a fun conversation about charity sewing.

#SewPink Update

Learn about blogs from the first weeks of our blog hop.

#SewPink Wrap Up

Enjoy our wrap up, with Annie introducing each blog from the last weeks of the blog hop.

Help us raise funds for research.

Nearly 70% of the ByAnnie community - our customers, staff, and friends - are within the highest risk factor for breast cancer. Many members of our ByAnnie family have witnessed their loved ones endure countless treatments and make painful goodbyes. For us, it’s personal. We imagine it’s personal for you, as well.

We are encouraging donations to the American Cancer Society, as it distributes funds for cancer research across all cancers.

ByAnnie.com will be matching all funds raised in 2025 (up to $10k) donated to and encourage you to donate, if you can.

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Schedule a Mammogram

Despite its limitations, a mammogram is the most effective form of screening. It's not the most enjoyable appointment you'll have all year, but in 20 minutes a mammogram can identify cancer several years before any physical symptoms develop.

It's important to stay positive as you handle your screenings. 1 in 9 mammograms result in a callback for further testing, and 95% of these callbacks do NOT have cancer!

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