05/21/2026
🪡 S&R Storytime 🪡
I’ve always wanted to design something “from scratch” for my mom.
For years my mom has made me school outfits, church outfits, or has altered clothing for me. Then she began teaching me “the way of the needle.”
It was now time to design something for her. Not as a “I owe you,” but because I wanted to show her a deeper level of appreciation. (No, I’m not gonna cry.) 🤭
Were there tears making this? Yes. Were there challenges? Yes. Did we quit? Nope! I learned during the process: drafting, altering, all within the same stitches.
And what made it more beautiful, was that I was able to show her all the things she’s taught me in sewing, as well as some things I’ve taken further. She was already proud of me, and I had nothing to prove—and she still held my hand when there were tears. When I messed up and I had to pull out the good ‘ole seam ripper (my fellow seamstresses and tailors…you know what I’m talking about) she was there…with patience and a helping hand.
Thank you, Mom, for not only the opportunity to design and construct this garment for you, but for your presence. I love you. 💐
🪡 Carm