Sew Sally: "Now run along, and don't get into mischief"

Monday, April 09, 2007

"Now run along, and don't get into mischief"

This was my Easter present from my mom. When I was little, she used Peter Rabbit as the "theme of my nursery", as much as anyone had a theme to a kids room in the 70s. My "blankie" had Peter Rabbit fabric, and I loved The Tale of Peter Rabbit so much, the spine was almost falling apart.

This apron has some of the new Beatrix Potter fabrics! The background is the super cute radish print and the ruffle and straps are the matching green check. The red rick-rack and matching hankie are from my mom's enviable stash of vintage goodies. The rick-rack is actually from my great-great-grandmother's five and dime shop!

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Who I am

I was born into a family of seamsters, and started sewing at age 4, in my grandma’s sewing room. All the women in my family sew, as well as some of the men, so it was easy and natural to learn. As I was growing up, my mom owned a business teaching children’s sewing, meaning there were always new and interesting projects to try. Most of all, I loved making my own clothes!

My love of sewing never faded, and I worked my way through college in the costume shop of the Theater Department at Willamette University. I learned about period costumes, improved my construction skills, and began designing costumes. As the manager of the costume shop, I was responsible for teaching the new student employees how to sew.

I began writing and publishing my patterns in early 2006, starting with the Farmer’s Market Tote. I will continue to write patterns that cater to beginners. By writing simple patterns with easy instructions, beginners have a fun time and more experienced seamsters have opportunities to embellish the projects.

My experience includes garment making, quilting, home décor, and costume design and construction. I have taught sewing to children, college students, and adults, all with great success!

When I am not creating something new in my studio, I am chasing after my toddler, reading with my almost-Kindergartener or experimenting in the kitchen.