The Petite Sewist

Some recent t-shirt makes: a cotton/Lycra floral from and a navy modal/spandex that has been in my stash for years. I did my normal length, small bust and narrow shoulder adjustments.

I really like the new from - my preference is to size up 1-2 sizes because I prefer a more relaxed fit.

Hi, I'm Stephanie 👋 welcome to my page! It's been a while so I decided it's time to introduce myself.

I'm a seamstress & sewing educator. I specialize in teaching people of all ages how to make clothing that fits. The last five years I have also focused on teaching kids sewing classes and camps and it has been a blast!

Some personal details about me...
- I live with my husband and two kids in Ithaca, NY. We are pretty excited that my husband will graduate with his doctorate in physics this spring! Maybe I am more relieved, if anything? We feel old. 👵👴

-We have two dogs: a one-eyed English bulldog, who at 12 is a glorified couch potato. We also have a cardigan welsh corgi who loves to be with her people. Actually, if I'm being honest *I* am her "people". She loves ME the most! Lol.

-I love to paint watercolor and garden but haven't had much time for either in the last couple of years. During the pandemic and afterwards I grew lots of cut flowers.

-I love true crime and I'm not ashamed of it! I have to listen to something interesting while I wash dishes. My husband is an amazing cook so there are A LOT of dishes to wash!

Anyway… that’s me in a nutshell 😄 I’m really glad you’re here.

February break at Quilters Corner = SEW much fun! 🪡💛
This week we had two awesome groups of sewists, and our afternoon camp featured our oldest crew — some of whom have been sewing with us for 3+ years 🤯👏

These talented makers tackled projects like:
👖 Overalls
🩳 Pajama pants & shorts
🧵 Zipper pouches
🎀 Headbands and more

Watching their confidence, creativity, and skills grow year after year is one of my favorite parts of teaching. I'm so proud of everything they made (and wore!) this week. 💕

✨ Next camp starts April 1st for Spring Break! ✨
Campers will kick things off with adorable dino nugget plushies 🦖🍗 and then choose their next project. There are currently 5 spots and they will go fast!

Behold - the only thing I made for myself this summer! Lol

It's a from - thanks for making a pattern that even a busy mom with a 3 month old can find time to make!
Fabric gifted by it's a lovely Minerva exclusive poplin, which is wonderfully lightweight and perfect for a summer top!

Sewing summer camp fun!

It's been a hot minute since I updated this account! Three months ago, I gave birth to our second child. Our family is complete. ♥️ Thanks for all of your prayers! Oh and it's true about what they say about heartburn....so much baby hair, lol!