About us

My love for sewing started at home, watching my mum, Nola, at her trusty sewing machine for what felt like endless hours. She could do it all—meticulous alterations, intricate sample machining—you name it! I was completely captivated by the magic of turning plain fabric into something truly special. Watching her, I didn’t just learn how to sew; I discovered how powerful creativity can be.

By the time I was 12, I was ready to give it a go myself. My first creation? A bold, electric-blue corduroy jacket with matching knickerbockers. I’ll never forget how proud I felt wearing it to the movies on my birthday. In that moment, I knew I’d found something that lit me up inside.

Following in Mum’s footsteps, I pursued my dream by studying fashion at East Sydney Technical College, one of the most prestigious schools for budding designers back then. Those years didn’t just hone my skills—they gave me confidence and set me on a path that I’m still walking today.

Over the years, I’ve poured my heart into sewing and design. I’ve worked in fashion manufacturing, made countless party outfits for myself and my friends, and even launched my own clothing label. That label grew beyond my wildest dreams, with a flagship store in Sydney and national wholesale distribution. Along the way, I discovered how much I enjoyed teaching, too, so I spent time sharing my skills through the TAFE system, helping others find their creative spark.

There was a time when I stepped away from my machine during my marriage. Life got busy, and I lost touch with my creativity. But when I picked up sewing again, it was like rediscovering a part of myself I thought I’d lost. Sewing became my pathway back to joy and purpose, especially as I started a new chapter as a single parent. It wasn’t just about creating garments anymore—it was about creating a life I could be proud of.

Now, I’m living my dream—owning my very own online fabric store and working towards creating my own line of dressmaking patterns. At Loom, I get to teach others the basics of cutting and sewing, personal fitting, upcylcing, mending and pattern alterations.

It’s a joy helping my students turn their ideas into something tangible, something they’re proud to wear or gift.

And just like my Mum, I also help people find the perfect fit for their clothing. I’m lucky to work with a wonderful team of ladies who help me tackle all the alterations work that comes our way.

Sewing has been the timeless thread running through every chapter of my life.

It connects me to my past, my family, and now to a whole community of makers.

I’m so grateful to share this passion with others and to show my children—and myself—that it’s never too late to follow your dreams 🤩💖✂️🧵🪡