Over the past year I have taught over 20 sewing classes online with Zoom. Each student was able to accomplish her goal of completing a garment.
You Can Find Me on Quilting Arts TV
What a great time taping my segment for Quilting Arts TV show last year. Susan the host was so warm which made the experance so much fun. In this segment I talked about creating wearable art from vintage quilts.
Just Announced Workshop
I will be teaching an online sashiko class with Hello Stitch on June 27th! Now you won’t have to wait until she comes to town, you can learn from her in the comfort of your own home!⠀ Hand stitching is a wonderful, meditative practice, and Sandra is a master. Her stitch-work is amazing and her optimism and spirit are infectious. This workshop is guaranteed to be packed with fun!⠀ You’ll learn everything you need to know about how to create …
Many California County Require Wearing Mask
Many counties in Southern California recommend wearing face mask when leaving home. For more information go here
Quilts as Coat & Skirt
Fashion’s made with quilts are the hottest trends on the runway. Many designer are exploring the use of quilts for a classic american look. The new life of many old quilts is so exciting. So you can see quilts everywhere from Dior patchworked dresses and Coach with their quilt applique’ tops. If you have a quilt you carated or you have vintage quilts you can create a fashion statement with them. Ralph Lauren has an example of a quilted jacket. …
Denim Vest & Cross Stitch
This jacket was designed from my desire to create a vest with my name on the back like the letterman’s’ jackets you purchase in high school. Created with cross stitch on the back and embroidery freehand stitching using fabric from Ghana. I used my traditional and modern touch to create this vest. The lady on the back is symbolic of my great-grandmother. She had a garden and farmed for a living in Ponchatoula, LA. Cross Stitch is so much fun and …
Fun with Jeans
As a mother, I love wearing jeans because they are durable, comfortable, and cool. Lately, my design inspiration has centered around jeans and recycling them into must-have items. It’s hard to find a pair of jean pants that fit you like a glove but feel like a robe. Magical jeans like that need updating from time to time. Or maybe your 3rd child has finally grown into their hand-me-downs. The jeans are gently used and a Sashiko stitching can revamp …
2020 Winter Fashion Store Looks
Happy New Year! I went shopping for California for winter fashion looks at my local department stores. So here is the best of the best for women of my age group 55 +.