A kind Samaritan appealed to the public for support after witnessing an elderly artist breaking into tears following her first sale in days.
Member of the Facebook page Viral Kindness SG, Jaya Dutta featured the elderly crochet seller on Sunday (August 13), noting she was “looking forward” to supporting artists in need.
Ms Dutta said she would usually see the lady, named Catherine, in Toa Payoh MRT station from Monday to Friday, “crocheting for hours but with very little sell.”
“Her works are amazing and diverse. She follows some pattern books and keeps making something new to attract more customers,” Ms Dutta explained.
Ms Catherine also accepts customized requests from her customers.
After looking at what Ms Catherine was selling that day, Ms Dutta purchased a couple of bottle holders for her child.
The crochet seller then broke out in tears after getting her first sale in days.
“I don’t know her personally or promoting for her but trying to help some artist who I see on my way to work every day, spending the long hours sitting and crocheting!” said Ms Dutta.
She added that the artist was not looking for monetary donations, but for people who would appreciate her work.
Those interested in ordering from Ms Catherine can do so at 8900 7907 or visit her in Toa Payoh MRT towards exit D. /TISG