Home sewing has been a major theme throughout my life. Growing up, I had no idea that most dresses came from a store, and weren't made by hand. My favourite dresses were all made by my mother, including my prom dresses and even my wedding gown.

Now, a mother myself, I make clothing for my own two girls. In 2009 I sewed a little dress for our older daughter, a dress which proved to be the very first Urban Sprout prototype. When friends saw the dress and encouraged me to market them, I dismissed the idea, thinking that designing and producing my own line of children's wear was out of my league. But as years passed, I continued to develop my aesthetic, sewing dresses for my own girls as well as for gifting. I became more confident in my designs and the praise and encouragement continued, so finally, four years later, I opened my Etsy shop and could not be more excited to be sharing my garments with the world online.

I believe children's clothing should be well made, well fitted and well designed with a beautiful and interesting aesthetic. Children are never boring: their clothes shouldn't be, either. I favour clean, simple silhouettes, perfect for city living and play. I also feel strongly that you should get your money's worth. That's why my garments are designed for longevity, as well as style, and will do double duty as a tunic or apron top as your child grows. My designs are made for the long haul, so you can get years of wear and enjoyment out of them.

All my garments are designed and handcrafted in our very own urban home. I think that our citified location and the presence of our family gives my designs a particular flare and set them apart from commonplace children's clothes.