Dramatique Designs

Fashion – Portland

I never in my life thought I would grow up to be a designer, running my own business. Being an actor I should have known that my creativity would explode in other areas of my life! I started my shop 3 years ago. I received a sewing machine a gift from my mother for Christmas. I was already a very artsy individual, acting, tap dancer, knitter; I kept my self busy all the time. Once I heard the whir of the sewing machine, though, I knew I was in love. Sewing soothes my soul and brings a certain sense of happiness and warmth to me I never knew existed. Creating something is extremely gratifying on every level. I often make my own patterns or alter commercial patterns. To me sewing is like being in a maze: I get to decide which direction I will go without ever knowing where the ending is or how long it will take! There is so much to create, and the possibilities seem endless to me. I love using a lot of color in my projects; color affects moods and I am very fascinated with the science behind it. Each piece I make tells a story, and I love imagining where it has been and where it could go. There must be passion behind what you love to do, and my creations have love, passion, uniqueness, and laughter behind them.