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Hi, I’m Terry Grahl,
I’m the Founder, Visionary, and CEO of Enchanted Makeovers.
I am an experienced speaker who LOVES to share my work with the wider community. I regularly speak in person at schools, organizations, churches or events, as well as TV, podcasts and radio interviews. Would you like to interview me or have me speak?
Please contact [email protected].
Terry’s Speaking Engagements
Terry’s Bio
Terry Grahl is the Founder, Visionary and CEO of Enchanted Makeovers. Terry is on a mission to not only bring women and children in long-term shelters dignity, but also to inspire everyone to dream while they are awake, follow their heart and find their voice. At Enchanted Makeovers, Terry leads the team which transform long term shelter facilities into a place of peace and possibility by providing sacred sewing rooms, bedroom transformations and delivering our handmade projects made by the community such as, Capes for Kids, The Doll Adoption program and The Traveling Pillowcase project.
Terry is also a wife, mother to four wonderful adult children, a storyteller, a person who went through homelessness as a child and a flea market fanatic who loves to rescue grandmas old treasures and use them for a greater purpose.
What I have to share
I will inspire your audience to think differently, speak differently, look at their own lives, go internally, really assess things and ultimately realize that we are all connected and equal. We are all struggling. We all need to heal, so that we have deep empathy and awareness for all the members of our community.
My story
My story is about hope. I experienced homelessness as a child, so it’s amazing how my life has gone full-circle to where I now help women and children in shelters, escaping homelessness. I love sharing my personal story from childhood to accidentally discovering my passion for helping transform shelters, to taking Enchanted Makeovers to where it is today.
Changing the way we serve
I’m creating a movement of changing the way companies and individuals volunteer with other non-profits. In a lot of situations, the non-profit has you box up canned foods and clean up shelter grounds. There is no human contact. That’s sad. I believe we need to bring humanity into the way we serve. We need to have people working side-by-side. We need to have people seeing the impact they are making and interacting with the women and children in the shelters so they can change the way they see the members of their community. When volunteers come to us they get human contact. Even among other volunteers.
Terry
Enchanted Makeovers in the media
Awards
Kiwanis Certificate of Appreciation
Enchanted Makeovers was presented a Certificate of Appreciation by the Kiwanis Downriver West, MI Organization in 2024.
Detroit 20/20 Award
The Act Award was presented to Terry Grahl, Founder & CEO of Enchanted Makeovers. Thank you to EM Team and the amazing village of donors & volunteers locally and nationally.
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AOL Impact
Out of the millions of non-profits in America, EM is featured along side Dress for Success, Susan G Komen and Habitat for Humanity.
Theta Phi Alpha Awards
The Founder, Visionary and CEO of Enchanted Makeovers received the 2016 “Siena Medal Award” at Theta Phi Alpha National Convention in St. Louis, MO on July 15th, 2016.
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Celebrating Women with Character, Courage and Commitment
Enchanted Makeovers was selected by the Soroptimist International in recognition of our work with women and children re-building their lives in shelters. Enchanted Makeovers received the 2014 “Celebrating Women with Character, Courage and Commitment” award from the Trenton, MI chapter.
Senior President Bush Points of Light Award
Enchanted Makeovers is blessed to receive the “Daily Point of Light Award” on April 10, 2013. The Daily Point of Light Award honors individuals and groups creating meaningful change in communities across America.
AOL “Cause of the Day”
Enchanted Makeovers was chosen as AOL’s “Cause of the Day” in 2012 and 2013.
Ladies Home Journal
Winner of the 2nd Annual Never Underestimate The Power of Ten Contest! Ladies Home Journal and O.P.I nail polish chose Enchanted Makeovers as a top ten winner for making a powerful difference.
People Magazine/MLB All Stars Among Us
After 7,500 nominations and 1.7 million votes Enchanted Makeovers was honored along with 29 other nominees by PEOPLE Magazine and Major League Baseball at the 2010 MLB All- Star Game in Anaheim on July 13, 2010.
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Making a Difference Award
Enchanted Makeovers was selected by the Soroptimist International in recognition of our work with women and children re-building their lives in shelters. Enchanted Makeovers received the 2009 “Making a Difference” award from the Flat Rock, MI chapter.
Martha Stewart People’s Choice Award
Enchanted Makeovers won the 2009 Martha Stewart’s Dreamers into Doers People’s Choice Award. Your votes helped us receive $2,500!!
Nature Made Award
Enchanted Makeovers was selected as one of the thirty 2009 national semi-finalists who will win the chance to have their greatness made into a photo documentary. Enchanted Makeovers was picked out of the hundreds of entries as a Top 5 winner.
Angel of Grace Award
Enchanted Makeovers was recognized for providing support to homeless women and children by receiving the “Angel of Grace” award in 2009.
Powerful Difference Presented by Pinesol
Based on Enchanted Makeovers compelling entry on how we make a difference in our community, we were chosen as one of only 10 finalists among 4,100 submissions.
United Way
Winner of the 2008 United Way for Southeastern Michigan “Heart of Gold” Award
USA Weekend Certificate of Appreciation
Enchanted Makeovers was recognized by USA Weekend for our efforts to improve the lives of others on “Make a Difference Day” in 2008.
Magic Woman Award (WNIC Radio)
Detroit Magic 105.1, 2008 Magic Woman of the Week for Making a Difference, recognizing women in the community who’ve made MAGIC in their world!
Making a Difference Award
Enchanted Makeovers received the “Making a Difference” award from the Soroptimist International in 2008 in recognition of our work with women and children to help re-build their lives in shelters.
TV andRadio
Sewing & Doll Adoption Program Transforms Women & Children’s Shelters
Today Show
Hope To It: Capes Make Kids In Shelters Feel Like Superheroes | TODAY
WXYZ News Update
Thank you WXYZ -TV Detroit Channel 7 for being great messengers.
WXYZ-TV Detroit | Channel 7
Helping women and children without a place to go.
CBS Detroit Radio Sunday Edition
Radio interview with National News Anchor Alisa Zee
Click On Detroit
Evrod Cassiy’s Your Neighbourhood feature story
Access Hollywood
Capes for Kids program featured again in Family Fun Magazine and Access Hollywood.
WXYZ Seen On 7
WXYZ news program features an interview with Enchanted Makeovers’ Terry Grahl
WXYZ Action News This Morning
WXYZ-TV Detroit Channel 7 shares the great news about our new headquarters and one set back.
NPR Radio
Stateside: Homeless shelters get a makeover
Speak Up Talk Radio
Founder Terry has an in-depth conversation about Enchanted Makeovers with Pat Rullo.
Dr. Julie Radio Show
Radio Interview with Terry Grahl
Michigan Radio
Helping the homeless in Detroit.
Videos andPodcasts
Sew and So Podcast
Episode 101 – Terry Grahl – Enchanted Makeovers – Love is in the Details (December 2024)
Her Story: Terry Grahl shares her story with Kathy Romano on 3 Nov 2024
Episode 222: Enchanted Makeovers – Terry Grahl (August 2024)
No Limits with Lisa Jacovsky Podcast
Episode 70: A conversation with Terry Grahl the founder and CEO of Enchanted Makeovers (June 2024)
Caffeinated Conversations with Brooke Allen
Monday, May 6th, 2024
Women Road Warriors Podcast
Bringing Hope & Healing to Women’s Shelters
The Creative Superheroes Podcast
Finding our purpose with Terry Grahl
Unconventional Leaders
Healing the HOME (Terry Grahl)
Comcast Newsmakers
The founder of Enchanted Makeovers was featured on Comcast Newsmakers
The Quilting Co. Podcast
Founder and Visionary of Enchanted Makeovers is interviewed by The Quilting Company.
Pat Sloan Podcast
Honored to have Pat Sloan share Enchanted Makeovers mission.
Magazines, Newspapers andNews
Simply Crochet
Enchanted Makeovers was featured in the February 2025 edition of UK magazine, Simply Crochet (also sold in the US).
Threads Magazine
Enchanted Makeovers’ programs were featured in the Winter 2024 edition of Threads Magazine.
Enchanted Makeovers was featured in Bold Journey in September 2024.
Canvas Club
Stories & Insights – Meet Terry Grahl, August 2024.
Voyage Michigan
Hidden Gems: Meet Terry Grahl of Enchanted Makeovers (June 2024).
Enchanted Makeovers National Headquarters is featured in Taylor Historical Society 2024 Calendar for the month of December.
Meet Terry Grahl | Founder, Visionary and CEO of Enchanted Makeovers (March 2024).
Simplicity.com
Enchanted Makeovers were selected as one of only three charities featured for National Sewing Month in September 2023.
Be-Roll News
Be-Roll interviews Terry Grahl in June 2023.
Sew Goth
‘Sew with a cause’ and use your sewing skills to help others (November 2023).
DBusiness magazine
Enchanted Makeovers was featured in the March 2023 edition of DBusiness.
Enchanted Makeovers was the Organization of the Month in April 2022 for our Traveling Pillowcase Project.
American Patchwork & Quilting magazine
Enchanted Makeovers selected to be a part of “Random Acts of ‘Quiltness’ Day in 2022.
American Patchwork & Quilting magazine
Blessed to have them feature Enchanted Makeovers as a national charity to donate quilts to (2021).
A Loved Life magazine
A wonderful story about Enchanted Makeovers headquarters in this edition from 2021.
Woman’s World
Founder Terry shares tips on repurposing vintage treasures in this edition from 2021.
Michigan Home and Lifestyle Magazine
Building Community: Enchanted Makeovers (2021)
Country Woman magazine
Blessed to have our headquarters and founder featured in this national magazine in 2021.
Primitive Quilts and Projects
Enchanted Makeovers were featured in the 2020 issue.
A Loved Life
Enchanted Makeovers was featured in A Loved Life Magazine Volume 1 & 2.
McCalls Quilting Magazine
Enchanted Makeovers were featured in the 2020 issue.
In Her Studio
Enchanted Makeover’s mission was shared in the Summer 2020 issue.
Amy Butler’s Blossom Magazine
It Takes a Village. Story by Terry Grahl
Nancy Zieman Productions 2019 Quilt Expo
Enchanted Makeovers is selected to receive quilts from the national event.
Woman’s World Magazine
Woman’s World shared Enchanted Makeovers Capes for Kids in their magazine.
Parents Magazine
Enchanted Makeovers Doll Adoption Program shared in Parents Magazine.
Family Circle
Enchanted Makeovers featured in the November 2018 issue, as one of four charities shared in the article 50 Ways to Give Back.
Flea Market fanatic, Terry Grahl, shares her favorite antique malls in Michigan in Flea Market Style magazine in 2018.
Enchanted Makeovers participated in ‘A Season of Giving’ with Balsam Hill in 2017/18.
Sew News Magazine
Enchanted Makeovers Sacred Sewing Room and Capes for Kids program featured in thw August/September 2017 issue.
Woman’s World Magazine
Enchanted Makeovers mission was featured in Woman’s World May 29, 2017 issue.
Terry Grahl shares her story and the power of handmade in Reader’s Digest in 2017.
Capes for Kids program featured again in Family Fun Magazine Check out the June/July 2016 issue.
The Compass of Theta Phi Alpha
Enchanted Makeovers was featured in the 2016 issue of The Compass.
The Detroit News
Enchanted Makeovers was featured in the 2016 issue of The Detroit New Homestyle.
Closer Weekly
Closer Weekly August 2016 issue features Enchanted Makeovers Capes for Kids program.
First For Women
First For Women share DIY tips from the Founder of Enchanted Makeovers, and raise awareness of the mission.
Generation Q Magazine
EM was featured in their Summer 2016 issue and Nov/Dec 2014 issue.
One Thimble
Enchanted Makeovers was featured in the Australian sewing magazine in 2015.
Whoa Women Magazine
Terry shared her testimony in the Winter 2015 edition of Whoa Women.
Enchanted Makeovers was featured on DIY sewing and crafting blog in 2015.
Absolute Love Publishing
Absolute Love Publishing partnered with Enchanted Makeovers’ Sacred Sewing Room for Domestic Violence Awareness Month and throughout 2015.
Enchanted Makeovers was featured in PNC’s Insights magazine in 2015.
Simple Grace Magazine
Thank you Simple Grace magazine for sharing Enchanted Makeovers mission in your September 2015 issue.
Orange County Family Magazine
Enchanted Makeovers’ Capes for Kids program was featured in OC Family magazine in 2015.
Downriver Life
Enchanted Makeovers was featured in Downriver Newspaper in 2015 for the creation of boxes of handmade gifts for women and children in shelters.
Vogue Patterns Magazine
Enchanted Makeovers Mentoring Program Sacred Sewing Room featured in Vogue Pattern Magazine August/September issue.
Stitch Magazine
Stitch Magazine featured Enchanted Makeovers National Sacred Sewing Room program and tour in your Fall 2014 issue.
FOX4
FOX4 featured Hope House (Lee’s Summit, Mo.), part of Enchanted Makeovers’ National Sacred Sewing Room program and tour in 2014.
FOX2 Now
FOX2 Now featured Enchanted Makeovers National Sacred Sewing Room program and tour in St Louis 2014.
Fairfield
Enchanted Makeovers was featured in Fairfield’s ‘We Make For Good’ initiative in 2014.
NJ.com
NJ.com featured Centenary College students’ participation in the Enchanted Makeovers National Sacred Sewing Room program and tour in 2014.
Terry Grahl was featured in the 2014 Women in Leadership article.
SQU Professional
One of our Sacred Sewing Rooms made the front page of SQE magazine in June 2014.
Hope For Women
Terry Grahl was featured in Hope For Women magazine in 2014.
leighvalleylive.com
Enchanted Makeovers 2014 National Sacred Sewing Room tour was covered by leighvalleylive.com in Warren County, Washington and at the Third Street Alliance shelter in Easton, PA.
Primitive Quilts and Projects
Enchanted Makeovers was featured in the Summer 2014 Issue of Primitive Quilts and Projects.
The Centenarian
Enchanted Makeovers was featured in Centenary University’s Magazine for their creation of a “Sacred Sewing Room” at the Domestic Abuse and Sexual Assault Crisis Center in Washington, NJ (2014).
Kravet
Enchanted Makeovers was featured in Kravet’s Small Spaces Issue in 2014.
Family Fun Magazine
Enchanted Makeovers Capes for Kids Program Featured in the Dec./Jan. 2014 issue of Family Fun Magazine.
Downriver Life
Enchanted Makeover’s ‘Capes for Kids’ program was featured in Downriver Life.
Street Sense
Enchanted Makeovers mission landed on the front page of a Washington, D.C. newspaper called Street Sense.
Hilton collaborates with Enchanted Makeovers to donate more than 10,000 capes.
Ladies Home Journal
The Makeover Artist: Terry was featured in Ladies Home Journal in their Life section “Never Underestimate the Power of a Woman”.
Quilt-it Today
Enchanted Makeovers’ shelter makeovers and the Sacred Sewing Room were featured in Quilt-it Today magazine in 2013.
Woman’s World
Terry enjoyed sharing her flea market tips and repurposing ideas along side Cari Cucksey, Host of the HGTV show Cash & Cari with Woman’s World Magazine.
Bella Magazine (NYC)
Thank you Bella NYC for sharing Enchanted Makeovers mission.
The News-Herald
Enchanted Makeovers’ move to new headquarters was featured in The News-Herald Business section in 2013.
First for Women
Terry Grahl CEO and Visionary for Enchanted Makeovers featured in the national magazine ”First for Women”.
Bella Magazine
Enchanted Makeovers was featured in three issues of Bella Magazine in 2012.
Small Room Decorating
Enchanted Makeovers Featured in Small Room Decorating Fall 2012 Issue.
Threads Magazine
Threads Magazine features Enchanted Makeovers Sacred Sewing Room Program.
Exceptional People Magazine
Terry Grahl was featured as one of Exceptional People Magazine’s Top Influential and Inspirational Women in 2012.
Stitch Magazine
Enchanted Makeovers Sacred Sewing Room Program featured in the Summer 2012 Issue of Stitch Magazine.
Redbook
November issue of Redbook on stands October 18th, 2011.
Creating Country Threads Patchwork
Enchanted Makeovers received international recognition in the Patchwork edition of Australian magazine, Creating Country Threads, in 2011.
Home Companion
We were so close! Feature was ready to go to print but, unfortunately the magazine was discontinued.
Better Homes and Gardens Quilting
Enchanted Makeovers was featured in Better Homes and Gardens American Patchwork & Quilting Magazine October 2010 Issue.
Enchanted Makeovers was honored by PEOPLE Magazine and Major League Baseball at the 2010 MLB All- Star Game in Anaheim.
Woman’s World
Enchanted Makeovers was featured in the March 15th, 2010 issue of Woman’s World.
Paint Magic
Enchanted Makeovers was featured in this special annual publication of Country Decorating Ideas.
Country Almanac
2008 Shelter Makeover featured in the national decorating magazine, Country Almanac, Summer 2009 issue.
Cottages and Bungalows
2007 Shelter Makeover mentioned in the June/July 2008 issue of Cottages & Bungalows.
Enchanted Makeovers calls for volunteers to help paint furniture at homeless shelters in 2008.
Detroit Free Press
The article “Hope by Design” featured Enchanted Makeovers in the Detroit Free Press in 2007.
The News-Herald
Terry’s revamp of a women’s homeless shelter was featured in The News-Herald in 2007.
Heritage Newspaper
Enchanted Makeovers was featured in Heritage Newspapers in 2007.
Detroit News
Enchanted Makeovers was featured in the Detroit News Newspaper in 2007.
Terry has written a children’s book!
The Little Bear Who Loved its Handmade Dolls
Step into a heartwarming world of love, imagination, and tender care with The Little Bear Who Loved its Handmade Dolls, written by the Founder, Visionary, and CEO of Enchanted Makeovers.
Every morning, Little Bear begins the day with two most cherished companions—its handmade dolls stitched with care and overflowing with personality. From tucking them into bed with soft blankies to recounting the magical story of their arrival, Little Bear’s love shines through every stitch, button, and thread.
This touching tale celebrates unconditional love, gratitude, and the beauty found in the simplest joys. It reminds readers of all ages that our bonds—whether with friends, family, or cherished creations—are what make us feel truly seen and loved.
Perfect for bedtime reading, this story is filled with warmth, whimsy, and the inspiring message that even the smallest acts of kindness can create a world full of happiness and hope.
For every child who has ever loved a special toy, this book is a tender reminder of the magic found in heartfelt connections. Let Little Bear’s story inspire you to cherish and celebrate the love in your life—one beautiful stitch at a time.
Keep an eye out for more children’s books being released in 2025!
Books Terry has Contributed to
Take Me With You
Our life experiences with the women we call mom vary. Some are blessings, some are lessons, all provide us with wisdom we carry with us throughout our lives. Immerse yourself in the stories shared by twenty contributors & the wisdom, traditions, and memories they take with them from the mothers who shaped their lives
Gaining Clarity: Standing On The Shoulders Of Giants
Terry Grahl is featured in the book as one of 28 heroes who have inspired others to aim higher and dream larger.
Featured Terry as a mom and also a CEO running a non-profit. Ericka is a regular on Good Morning America.
The Busy Mom’s Guide to Creativity
Enchanted Makeovers Founder, Visionary and CEO shares her mother’s story and the importance of Creativity.
Miracles and Moments of Grace
Terry Grahl shares a chapter about her mothers love and being a mother in the book Miracles and Moments of Grace: Inspiring Stories from Moms.
Makers with a Cause Book
Capes for Kids program and mission featured in the book, Makers with a Cause!
Never Say I Wish I Had
Enchanted Makeovers featured in, Never Say “I Wish I Had”.
Inspiritment
Terry Grahl was choosen as 1 of the 10 entrepreneurs to share her advice.
Finding Your Fire
Terry Grahl shares a chapter about her mothers love and being a mother in the book Miracles and Moments of Grace: Inspiring Stories from Moms.
Women Save the World
Terry Grahl shares a chapter about ”The Power of Creativity” in the book ”Women Will Save the World”
Act Three
Terry Grahl shares a chapter in the book Act Three on Visualizing Success.
City at The Cusp
Thank you Jamie for sharing my vision and journey in your book. Thank you also for acknowledging our beautiful conversation on your acknowledgement page.
Erica Diamond
Terry Grahl is featured in the book, 99 Things Women Wish They Knew Before Starting Their Own Business, by Erica Diamond.
Sharing EnchantedMakeovers’Mission
