I do not remember the details, but my grandmother worked for the WPA sewing, during that time period in south Texas. She was a young widow with 5 children to support. Mother mentioned, along with the story, that grandma finally was able to get a job as a cook at a local cafe. She preferred it, because she did not like taking a hand-out. I can recall them mentioning feed sack dresses, too. Unfortunately, I was young and did not take notes. Now they are both gone, so I cannot ask them.