Welcome to My Sewing Journey!

Welcome to My Sewing Journey!

A few years ago, I stumbled upon sewing, and it quickly became more than just a hobby. It all started when I needed to shorten a pair of jeans (being on the petite side) and reattach a pocket that my partner had removed to embroider a skull.

To save costs, I decided to invest in my very own sewing machine. I found a second-hand 'Brother LS14' locally on the Shpock boot sale app. Coincidentally, my partner had a Brother Innovis V3 embroidery machine, which fascinated me. Soon, I was hooked.

Pinterest became my go-to for patterns as I explored my newfound skills. I crafted tote bags, makeup pouches, shoulder bags, Christmas stockings, baby bibs, and even tops and dresses.

As my passion grew, I delved into sewing patterns and fabric, often sourcing them from local Facebook groups. Tilly and the Buttons' books, 'Love at First Stitch' and 'Stretch,' guided me through the process. Eventually, I began creating my own wardrobe, often losing track of time as I sewed late into the night.

  

A year later, I upgraded to a 'Brother FS40' sewing machine with an extension table. And for my birthday, I received a 'Brother 1034D' Overlocker – a lucky gift indeed! My custom clothing rail now groans under the weight of my creations, and friends and family encourage me to start selling them.

Social media has been a great source of encouragement, connecting me with fellow sewing enthusiasts. Those Facebook groups that supply fabric have become my go-to for materials.

But my setup doesn't end there. I've added a Cricut machine to my workspace, allowing me to explore card making, heat transfers, stickers, labels, and precise fabric cutting. In this blog, I'll share my pattern-finding adventures, discuss fabric choices, reveal my stash secrets, and walk you through my garment construction process.

 

Every day brings new learning opportunities, and I welcome feedback to improve. Join me on Facebook and Instagram to see my latest creations!

Much love,

Ashley ❤️