Must be in the blood!
Although I grew up around it, I didn't learn to sew until I was in my mid 20s, and now I just can't imagine my life without it. I have fond memories of seeing my Mom sew as a child, as well as my aunt and my grandmother, and I loved sitting in the fabric store looking through the pattern books and dreaming of garments yet to be made. For some reason, though, I never asked to be taught myself!
Fast forward 20 years or so, when one year for my birthday I got a sewing machine, and fell in love. I was hooked! Due to my slightly neurotic fear of patterns, once I graduated from pillows and curtains, I mostly made aprons I designed myself - first just as gifts, but then, surprisingly, I started getting requests to make them for money. I got kind of addicted to the thrill of designing and creating something with my own two hands, and actually being paid for it! So I decided to set up shop on Etsy, and I've been so pleased with my Etsy experience. Every year I learn more and grow more through my small business.
My philosophy in everyday life as well as my business is to be surrounded in beauty. I love combining the mundane and the everyday with the beautiful. Pretty fabrics and gorgeous colors make me smile!
I also strive to exceed expectations with every item I make, no matter how small. I want every person who opens a package from me to feel as if they are opening an unexpected gift, one clearly made with love.
