About Me
Hi and thank you for taking the time to read my blog. My name is Lori and I live in the middle of Alberta, Canada, in oil country where everyone seems to want to be these days. I was born and raised in Edmonton and it seems that there are very few Edmonton-born residents here now.
I’m married to a very supportive, computer-technical, science loving husband. I have two kids and three pets (two cats and a dog). I LOVE to sew. I have been sewing since middle school/junior high. I sew fashion apparel, home decor, crafts, and quilts. Sewing is a very under rated skill that EVERYONE should know how to do. My own dad uses my mom’s machine to mend his clothes and he is a carpenter!
Please join me weekly for tutorials and more on how to sew.
I am the owner of Iocchelli Studio: Sewing for the Home
I custom create window treatments, bedding, accessories and more. Please send me a message to see what I can create for you!!
Lori,
Your blog is absolutely great! Tell your husband that he did a fabulous job on it. I enjoyed reading your past posts and will be back often. I sure wish I had sewing classes available where I live…. you are fortunate in that, and I envy you.
Ruth
sewchic.blogspot.com
Please Visit The Lovely Ruth • 9:04 am
Hi Lori
I just got a “Undelivered Mail Returned to Sender” for the e-mail I send you wednesday, as a reply for the comment you left on shoponion..
Anyway.. here is the text in the mail I send you
Hi Lori
Thank you for your comment!
The instructions for 1032 are almost translated (am planning on finishing them tomorrow morning), and the 1023 is on my list of patterns to translate this month. If you like, I can send you a mail to let you know when they are done.
However, in a week or so my husband will be done with the programming that will allow you to download the instructions from the site (instead of me printing them and mailing them) even if the pattern is translated after you buy it. (I.e. you will get access to download the instructions for all the patterns you have bought in the shop, as the translations are done).
Hugs from Maria
Please Visit The Lovely MariaDenmark • 1:28 am
I love your blog, glad I finally took the time to read it. WE should go fabric shopping together. You could even come and shop with me in my sewing room:)
Please Visit The Lovely Linda • 7:55 am
Lori, I love your site, and so do others! You got picked as one of the top 10 sewing blogs here: http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/64737/ten_best_sewing_blogs_learn_to_sew.html?page=2
Congratulations! And well deserved, I might add.
Please Visit The Lovely Gorgeous Things • 6:28 am
Hi Lori! I wanted to congratulate you on making the list of the Top 10 Sewing Blogs! A well-deserved honor!
Please Visit The Lovely Gigi • 7:13 am
Lori, (third time I’m doing this, can’t find my comment on your site). Good site for coverstitch info: cedesign.com
Hope this helps. Janis
Please Visit The Lovely janis • 4:19 pm
I followed you over from Pattern Review. Too bad you are so far from me. 8-( I am on Prince Edward Island. I love to sew. I make things for my three children and two grandchildren. I like your blog. One day I may get a blog too. Cheers from a spud!
Please Visit The Lovely Rita Jackson • 1:11 pm
Lori,
I’ve been reading your blog for a while and find it interesting and entertaining. I am intrigued by your efforts to learn to crochet. Years ago, in the 1970’s I was a crochet addict, making slippers, afghans, ponchos, purses and some clothing. In 1974, I made a beautiful jacket of Grannie Squares out of an ombre yarn in colors of brown, cream and coral. Instead of buttons, I hand stitched a separating zipper to the front opening. The jacket was stylish and beautiful and I received many compliments. I have no idea what happened to that jacket, but I wish I still had it as it would still be in style. I applaud your efforts to learn. I still have the booklet from which that pattern was taken. It is called “Crochet with Squares” copywright 1974. I’ve scanned and copied the directions for that jacket, and 2 other variations (just color really), and the assembly chart. If you email me, I will send you a zipped file with the jacket directions and also directions for a shrink. The booklet also has directions for Granny Square hats which I can also send you if you need them. It also has a Granny Square sleeping bag!!!!
Please Visit The Lovely patsijean • 5:05 pm
Hi Lori, I read you serger comments on PR and wanted to double check that is was the hobbylock 796 that you had and check if your still happy with it. I have a 784..real basic.. but am wanting to esp. do flatlock stitching. I’m also trying to decide if it’s worth it to invest in something to do coverstitch. Let me know your opinion if you get a spare moment. Thanks alot.
Please Visit The Lovely Marci • 5:30 pm
I am enjoying this website and blog, I wanted to see your handbag project but the photos are not there. Can it be repaired so that the project can be viewed.
Many thanks,
Donna
Please Visit The Lovely Donna • 10:34 pm
I’ve been searching and searching and searching for clear and precise directions for constructing a welt pocket, double to be exact. I finally made my way to your site and low and behold!!!!!!!! directions that are not only understandable but with the tape tip…I love you!!!! The only draw back,,,,the pictures aren’t showing on my computer and I’m the visual one. I must see what your explaining. Thanks so much for sharing your lesson on line.
Please Visit The Lovely Lee • 8:41 am
Glad to see your blog…definetly it is the best.
Congratulations for serving the sewing community.
Keep it up.
We are with you…. embdigitizingfactory.com
Please Visit The Lovely Ash M • 4:42 pm
Hi,
I really like your blog. The color schemes are very nice as well, it’s very easy to read.
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Please Visit The Lovely Christine • 3:07 pm
Hello I am also in edmonton and was wondering if you do lessons!? I can sew anything from scratch put never learnt patterns and never have any luck with them! I’d love to start sewing my own dresses! Please email me if you do or know where i can go to perfect my hobby!
Please Visit The Lovely Sammy • 1:44 am
Hi Sammy:
I do offer private sewing lessons in your home. Please give me a call if you are interested at 780-278-6891.
Lori
Please Visit The Lovely lori • 11:08 am