New Member Introduction

[dalew]

Hi,

I'm Dale (a female Dale) from Santa Barbara, CA (USA). I was raised by my grandmother who was a tailor, so sewing has always been part of my life - but mainly garment sewing. Recently, however, my interest in soft furnishings and curtains has increased resulting from numerous moves combined with the high cost of such furnishings.

Two years ago, I opened a small business (http://www.thesewingparlour.com) mainly dedicated to teaching sewing - again with a garment emphasis. With the current economic situation I started including alterations. I have had numerous requests for making pillows, making curtains, shortening curtains, etc. and am becoming more and more interested in the various techniques since I have no formal training - just continually read as much as I can and keep trying out new methods.

I found this forum via YouTube - I just ordered a blind stitch machine and viewed the instructional video provided by "schuhby". I am looking forward to learning a lot from this forum and being able to participate in the discussions, etc.

Thanks for including me!

-Dale

[crackerkelly]

Re: New Member Introduction

Hi Dale,
A very warm welcome from me.
Ursula

[irichmond]

Re: New Member Introduction

Hi Dale
A big welcome from me to.

Irene

[Louise]

Re: New Member Introduction

Hello Dale. Glad you have you aboard.

[Jules]

Re: New Member Introduction

Hi Dale,

How fab to be able to tailor properly! I'm sure learning at Grandma's knee would have been a great way to do it.

Good luck with your business. I hope it's a great success. Now I know who to come to when I foolishly take on another bridesmaids dress to make or alter..... lol!

[thecurtainmaker]

Re: New Member Introduction

HI Dale,
welcome from me too.
My brother and his family live in California, but San Francisco - I know it's a big state!
Regards
Pen

[BEV]

Re: New Member Introduction

Hi Dale,

I'm sure you'll find the forum very helpfull, just like I do.