Audra's Story

Wonderfully Made started in 2010 out of my desperate need as a new mom for a creative outlet. I had chosen to remain home from the work force after our first daughter was born. I was steadfast in that decision and enjoyed the time with my children, however, I quickly realized after our second daughter was born 2 years later that there was a lot of time spent home alone during naps and early bedtimes and motherhood was beginning to feel isolating and mundane in these moments. I needed to fill my day with creativity rather than daytime television.

I had grown up watching my mother and grandmother sew fabric into beautiful clothes for themselves, my sister and I, and even my dolls. I had never taken an interest in sewing as a hobby until a friend came to me with an adorable pattern for twirly skirts that would look beautiful on my 2 girls. I had so much fun looking through aisles of designer fabric, mixing and matching patterns and colors, touching and smelling all of the beauty. I was hooked. After those first 2 skirts several years ago I have not stopped creating and imagining wonderful holiday outfits, costumes and dresses for my children since. We have since added a little boy to our family who only adds more possibility and fun to my creations.

You will find that my shop is now full of costumes which I have designed myself. As my kids grew into dress up phases I quickly realized that they were interested in wearing these costumes EVERYWHERE, EVERYDAY. Many store bought items did not last through one visit to the park. I saw the need for beautiful yet durable and washable dress up clothes that would outlast the library, school, amusement park, spills, and everyday life that children wear them through.

I love having the opportunity to create and I love seeing the joy my creations bring to the children that imagine in them. If your child would like a costume that is not currently in the shop please let me know! I am always on the lookout for new ideas.