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New Term, New Project: Creating a Corset Inspired by Vivienne Westwood’s 1990s Portrait Corset
New Term, New Project: Creating a Corset Inspired by Vivienne Westwood’s 1990s Portrait Corset
Jan 09, 2025
This term, I’m excited to dive into a new project with some of our Make Spot Sewers that takes me back to my own days studying contour fashion. We’ll be working on creating a corset, and I’m drawing inspiration from Vivienne Westwood’s iconic 1990s Portrait Corset.
free motion embroidered flowers made at the make spot
The Evolution of My Free-Motion Embroidery Journey
Jul 04, 2024
In 1998, during my teaching practice, I stumbled upon the captivating art of free-motion embroidery.
Exciting New Features on our Website
Apr 15, 2024
NEW "At a Glance" feature on our website! Discover what you'll learn, materials to bring, full dates and times, and even discount information—all in one place!
Sewing patterns and a red mannequin
Embrace Your Uniqueness: Tailored Pattern Cutting and Fitting for Every Body
Mar 07, 2024
There's nothing quite like the feeling of slipping into a garment that fits like a glove. With our help you'll no longer have to settle for off-the-rack garments that don't quite measure up.
Meet Lucy: Sewing Teacher, and Co-owner of The Make Spot
Meet Lucy: Sewing Teacher, and Co-owner of The Make Spot
Jan 17, 2024
Meet Lucy: Sewing Teacher, and Co-owner of The Make Spot.
A new home.
A new home.
May 09, 2022
We are thrilled to share some exciting news - we are moving!