nanabrowns

Sewing is my favourite form of creative expression. It makes me feel connected to the women that have shared their knowledge with me over the years.

My grandmother's influenced my love affair with fabric and sewing at a young age. They were always making something when I was growing up. Quilts, doll clothes, special dresses – anything that they could imagine. I loved everything that they made and wanted to know how to make things of my own.

My daughter is my biggest inspiration now and her imagination is boundless. She does not believe in “can’t” so if she can imagine it, she believes that it is possible. I am also inspired by the world around me. Colors and textures, the shades and depth in a sunrise or sunset.

One of my favorite items to make are quilts. They are practical and beautiful and when I sew a quilt it feels like I am making something useful and lasting. I make several quilts every year and donate them to The International Quilters in Rimbey, Alberta for use as a fundraiser and I also donate fabric and supplies to local schools and a quilting group that makes quilts for other local charities.

All materials used are locally and sustainably sourced where possible. I support other small and home based business, both online and in our local community.

I do accept custom orders. I enjoy working with clients to make something wonderful just for them.