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97.1 The Drive plays on the radio, making soft rock the soundtrack for tonight’s sewing class. As people arrive and begin setting up their materials, I walk around to talk to each sewist. There are 6 in class today, each at various skill levels, and working on different types of projects. Analiese, one of Anastasia’s own design interns, is working...

The wind was strong on Friday as small business owners and food trucks set up along a two-block stretch of Division. Tents flapped as they were raised and clothes were almost blown off of their racks. People walked around idly before the Do Division festival started, getting an early peek at the booths. Some sold clothes, other sold candles and...

Plenty of us have seen the idea for an outfit or garment at its youngest stage – the sketch – and at its last stage – when it’s finally in stores – but what happens in the middle? How long does it take to get from ideation to Anastasia’s store? And what are the steps that garments take before being...

Since the reopening of her store on May 19, Anastasia Chatzka has been working on creating a different kind of shopping experience. Her idea of a store focused primarily on selling custom-made garments is pretty novel and can be a bit daunting, but all it takes is an idea and a willingness to make it come to life. Once you...

Summer is still alive and we’re just as excited to jump into the beach as you are! Here’s a sneak peak into one of our weekly sun-day trips.                              A few different styles in our purple floral swimsuit collection (ok about 6 exciting options to be exact).  ...