Skipped Stitches For the love of sewing….

I’m located in the west end of Ottawa, ON, Canada In the community of Stittsville.  

I focus on three main areas:

• Clothing alterations
• Repairing and donating vintage sewing machines
• Creating unique handmade items from unusual materials

They may seem like separate hobbies, but for me, they all come from a love of sewing, creativity, and community.

I offer professional alterations for everything from everyday wear to special occasions like prom. I work with your budget and always aim to suggest cost-effective solutions that extend the life of your garments.

Fittings are by appointment only in my home studio in Stittsville, ON.
Check out the Alterations tab for more information.

I’ve been sewing since I was 13 and love working with fun, unusual materials to create one-of-a-kind bags, purses, and even the occasional hat.

Check out the "Handmade" tab to see what I’ve made and what’s currently available for purchase.

My love for vintage machines began when I found my grandmother’s Singer 201 hidden inside an old table I’d been moving for years. That discovery sparked a deep passion for vintage machines and their history.

What started as a hobby turned into a mission: rescue, repair, and donate.
As my collection grew (28 machines and counting!), I realized I needed to learn repairs myself. I now hold a Level 4 certification from the Artizan Training Sewing Machine Repair School (UK), a respected school in the industry.

If I can't help with a repair, I'm happy to refer you to some who can.