I learned to 'sew' at age 7, made my first wearable dress at age 9. Mom was my inspiration and first among many teachers. Studied engineering at university, but managed to take an elective course in Apparel Design. I've sewed steadily for almost 40 years now. Always striving to improve and trying new skills. I prefer to sew clothing for myself, kids, friends, but also take on home dec and quilting now and again. Currently in Shanghai where fabric shopping is an adventure and a pleasure, after years of on-line shopping supplemented by occasional forays to Philadelphia or New York. Also, here I have a studio which beats all heck out of using the dining room table (and makes throwing dinner parties much easier). I have no friends who share my interest, so lately spend too much time on-line and not enough in the studio.

craft interests: fashion, restyle, sewing

Member Since: 05/11/2010