Especially From Karen

Specialties

I specialize in custom sewing and alterations with an emphasis on classic children’s clothing.

Alterations and repairs include but are not limited to formal and bridal wear and day wear. I can make that one-​of-​a-​kind prom or bridal gown and veil. Additionally, I will make or alter bridesmaid’ and mothers’ dresses.

Home décor includes curtains, slipcovers and pillows.

I make Christmas tree skirts and table linens for all seasons.

Zippers from a simple skirt to an extra long heavy-​duty upholstery zipper can be replaced.

History

Established in 1999.

Especially From Karen officially started in the fall of 2001 during a lull in sewing while the boys were in college. With both of them out of the house, I needed something to fill the time and selling my work at craft shows sounded like a good idea. Customers at the craft shows started asking about additional items other than the home décor accessories I was specializing in. So, the empty nest quickly became full with new customers, some of whom also became friends.

Meet the Business Owner

Karen T.

Business Owner

My grandmother first gave me a needle threaded with a piece of yarn when I was 5 years old. And my mother sat me down at a sewing machine when I was 10 years old. As you might say, the rest is history.

I’ve been sewing for more years than I care to mention. During my school days, I made many of my clothes. When my two sons came along, I started making clothes for them which fueled my love of classic children’s clothing. As the boys grew, they passed my name along to some of the girls in their classes, giving me the opportunity to make prom gowns and later help with their weddings. Becoming friends with the owners of small businesses allowed me to expand to home décor sewing making curtains, slipcovers and even shower curtains.