Portfolio

Welcome to my portfolio, a showcase of my expertise in sewing, alterations, and interior design. With years of experience, I’ve completed a variety of projects that demonstrate my commitment to quality and attention to detail. As you browse through my work, use it as a source of inspiration for your own ideas and see the wide range of services I offer. From simple clothing alterations to elegant home makeovers, each project is a reflection of the skill and passion I bring to Designs by Andrea. Let’s collaborate and bring your unique vision to life.

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Home Décor

Reupholster Chair
Worn black faux-leather chair with peeling, damaged seat upholstery.
Chair during reupholstery with foam seat and loose batting exposed.
Finished brown faux-leather bar-height chair with high back and dark wood legs.
Brown faux-leather dining chair seat and backrest with visible crackled texture.
Wood Drawer
Finished dark dresser front with ornate carved panels and silver drawer pulls.
Close-up of a dark-stained dresser underside with a strip of white primer paint along the bottom edge.
Dresser flipped upside down and painted white, showing the underside and open base frame.
Cream-painted two-drawer dresser with decorative carved panels and black drawer pulls.
Tattoo Chair
Close-up of a black vinyl chair seat and backrest showing peeling, cracked upholstery on the seat.
Two worn black vinyl upholstery panels with visible cracks laid on a table, with scissors resting on the top panel.
Back view of a black vinyl reclining chair with nailhead trim and exposed metal adjustment mechanism on the base.
Front view of a black vinyl reclining chair with two padded leg rests on a metal base.
Blue Chair
Wooden armchair upholstered in red-and-tan paisley fabric with matching seat and back cushions.
Armchair during reupholstery with blue fabric draped over the seat and a sheet of foam on top.
Side view of a wooden armchair with newly upholstered blue fabric panels and cushions.
Front view of a wooden armchair with thick blue upholstered seat and back cushions and curved wood arms.
Cushion Chair Recovering
Wicker armchair with pink gingham tufted seat and back cushion and matching padded arm covers.
Armchair during reupholstery with blue fabric draped over the seat and a sheet of foam on top.
Stained Interior Wall
Finished horizontal wood plank accent wall with mixed natural wood tones and light painted boards around a window.
Wood plank accent wall in progress with green painter’s tape masking sections for painting; ladder and paint can nearby.
Bedroom accent wall of horizontal wood planks with alternating dark boards surrounding a window with white blinds.
Kitchen Area Clean Up
Wall behind a kitchen stove with the old backsplash removed, showing drywall patches and adhesive marks.
Kitchen stove and range hood with a stainless-steel backsplash panel installed behind the cooktop.
Stool Recovery
Worn round black vinyl seat cushion with large tears and peeling, next to removed upholstery pieces on a work table.
Side view of a round black vinyl seat cushion showing the curved edge and seam.
Top view of a round black vinyl seat cushion on an orange cloth-covered work surface.
TV Cover
Rectangular wall panel upholstered in brown paisley fabric with a braided rope draped in a V shape and a tassel hanging at the center

Fashion/Costumes

Dress Sleeve Alterations
floral dress with short shelves
arm of floral dress with orange cuffs
Custom Dress
front of plaid dress that is cinched with 3 different ties through metal loops
side of plaid dress that is cinched with 3 different ties through metal loops
Back of a dress cinched with a white tie
Quilt That I Saved
Patchwork quilt with red hearts and floral patterns
back side of wooden framing that quilt is attached too
patch work quilt made with floral pattern and tringles and stars
patch work quilt made with floral pattern and tringles and stars
Halloween “Tangle” Inspired Dress
Purple satin costume-style dress with puff sleeves and pink sheer undersleeves on a mannequin.
Purple satin costume-style dress with puff sleeves and pink sheer undersleeves on a mannequin.
Patched Beanies
Pile of beanies with patches next to them
Beanies with a variety of different patches stitched on them
Custom Letting on Blankets
Blankets with welcome greeting ironed on
Blankets with welcome greeting ironed on
“Tie One On”
Blue denim jacket hanging on a door.
Close-up of denim jacket with buttons and beaded necklace over a patchwork tie skirt.
Side view of dress form wearing a cropped denim jacket and multicolor tie-neck skirt.
Dress form outdoors wearing a cropped denim jacket and a multicolor tie-neck skirt.
Custom Green Dress for Client
Front view of a sleeveless green floral sheath dress on a mannequin.
Back view of the green floral dress on a mannequin, showing the center zipper.
Concert Outfit
black fabric sitting on the bed of a sewing machine with scissors
plaid fabric sitting on the bed of a sewing machine
cropped black shirt with long sleeves paired with checkered pants on a mannequin
Other Assorted Items
ratatouille inspired Mickey ears
Cloth wash clothes made with vampire teeth fabric design

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