I love seeing the reaction of people when they first come into my studio. I always say that the theme for my space is cute but functional. The space is about 320 sq feet so I have to be very intentional with organization. My studio serves several purposes—more than just sewing. In the beginning, I would teach small classes, host private one-on-ones, and provide client fittings which could include larger groups.
Just as I was celebrating my first full year in my space, COVID hit. Prom fittings ceased as proms were abruptly canceled and I was no longer able to hold in-person sewing classes. In order to pivot with the times, I had to change my business module to stay afloat. Many sewists started making masks at the beginning of the pandemic but there was an issue—there was a shortage of elastic. I took the charge and started selling elastic to those who needed it to make masks which led me to open my Etsy store. Soon my little space became part mini warehouse and part shipping facility— sending out elastic orders.
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