Seamstress in Sugar Grove, IL. with 25 years of experience.

I specialize in bridal + bridesmaid dress alterations for weddings. 1on1 appointments in my clean Sugar Grove studio. Just call or text to setup a fitting that works with your schedule: day, evening or weekend.

Also, I can create a wonderful christening gown from your wedding dress or create custom home decor for you (drapery, window seats, custom pads & chair recovers).

By Appointment only: Call, text or email me.

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Bridal, brides, + bridesmaid dress altertions.

Ladies Dresses

Christening dress / christening gowns made from wedding dresses

Christening Gowns

Custom sewing: drapery, cushions, window seat cushions, pads, slip covers, chair recovers, & t-shirt quilts, memory quilts & gifts

Custom Sewing

Sewing classes:
​Kids sewing classes, adult sewing classes, private lessons

Sewing Classes

About Ellen Violet: Ellen started sewing in home economics class at just 12 years old and has been sewing ever since! Growing up in suburbs of Chicago, Ellen had the opportunity to experience life in vastly different neighborhoods; from the trendy suburbs of Hinsdale and Downers Grove, to  country landscapes of Sycamore, and DeKalb. 
Professional experience includes working with premier high end custom window treatments and professional sewing for some of the best specialty shops in Northern Illinois. 
Now conveniently located in Sugar Grove; serving Kane, Kendall, and, surrounding areas. You can trust that she will complete your project right.
Make your appointment today:  Day, evening or weekend available.

Convenient Location:  ​
Located in Sugar Grove Illinois; just minutes from Geneva, Oswego, and St. Charles.  Minutes off of I88: an easy drive from Naperville, Wheaton, and DeKalb.

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