Hi I'm lorimarsha!

A quick introductory post- and thanks for the invite! I've been designing clothes from nearly 100% recycled components for about five years. I transitioned from jewelry and handbags after finding a 1955 Bernina sewing machine at a rummage sale for $35. I had sewn before but primarily decorative things- drapes, pillow covers, etc. I enjoy sourcing all my textiles from thrift stores, flea markets and a few great vintage textile shows. My process: I launder everything first, then begin sorting textiles by color palette, then begin with a base piece on the dress form- draping, adding, taking away...until I like the way it looks.

There are days that I so love what I'm doing that the hours fly by like minutes. I'm really fortunate to be able to do what I love and work from home. I live with my husband, Carl, and 13 year old lab mix, Scout, in a 103 year old house in Redlands, CA. I sell my work at select shows in Southern California and also host a couple Open Studios in my home. I really love meeting the people who will wear my clothes. I have a blog where I share my current projects- some business, some personal. I also have a Facebook page where you can follow me and see what's up. "Like" me and let's stay in touch! Here are a few photos of recent work.