Thread and Needle by Chandi Vancouver

05/13/2026

05/13/2026

Here's some helpful advice before we start designing your body pattern.
To create personalized patterns, it's important to understand your unique figure. You can do this by taking your measurements and looking at your silhouette in a large mirror from both the front and side, ideally while wearing simple undergarments or a bodysuit. This way, you'll get a clear idea of your proportions and how best to tailor your patterns to fit your body perfectly.
We will discuss how to measure your own body in my next discussion.
I am chandi

11/03/2025

Not only quilting, for sewing saree bloses too......

11/01/2025

Like me

11/01/2025

Hello, I'd like to share my sewing life story with you after a long time. I thought it would be a good idea to share my sewing life history. My father, a master tailor, taught me how to sew when I was growing up, and I found it fascinating. I'm from Sri Lanka, and I come from a big family. My father began his career as a tailor, able to sew clothes for both men and women, with a particular passion for men's suits. He was so skilled that he could sometimes cut patterns without taking measurements, simply by observing someone. I believe I inherited my sewing talent from my family's background.
My main hobby is sewing. Previously, I worked as a seamstress. Before moving to Canada, I was a pattern maker. I worked in well-known factories in Sri Lanka. After the birth of my first child, I decided to stay with her at home. Therefore, I quit my job and started my own sewing studio at home. I had the opportunity to sew a Sri Lankan Airlines uniform. I sewed them in my small factory. I had six workers. I created individual patterns for the crew members of SriLankan Airlines. I cut them, and all my workers sewed them.
Additionally, I also made little girls' dresses. I sold them to very popular shops in Sri Lanka.
When I returned to Canada, I began sewing here. I am specially making sari blouses for Sri Lankans and Indians. I can proudly say not only saree blouses but also evening dresses, alterations/every kind of ladies' outfit. This was my part-time job. I worked on a Bollywood crossover in Payal Business Center. I worked for two years in an Escada brand clothing shop in Vancouver as a seamstress. I got a lot of experience from there.
In 2026, I plan to start offering sewing classes as well. We will meet very soon in my classroom.
To be continued...,

11/01/2025

Happy Helloween

11/01/2025

10/13/2025

After a long time, I created a dress. What do you think? If you like it, I can make similar dresses for you too. Contact Thread and Needle Vancouver.

10/03/2024

Thread and Needle Vancouver is going to start sewing and pattern-making classes very soon. If you are interested, please get in touch with Chandi at 604 889 5736, especially saree blouses, and advanced and Basic courses.