By Design

After 19 wonderful years, By Design is closing its doors.

By Design will be having a closing sale:

📅 Thursday, September 24th
📅 Friday, September 25th
📅 Saturday, September 26th
⏰ 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Depending on what remains after the first three days, By Design may also be open Monday, September 28th, and Tuesday, September 29th.

For 19 years, By Design has been more than a place to shop. It has been a place to gather, learn, sew, create, and spend time with others who share a love of sewing. The students who have come through the sewing classes and the many projects created here have been such a special part of By Design’s story.

There have been so many wonderful customers, students, friends, and memories made along the way. By Design is truly grateful to everyone who has been a part of these past 19 years and helped make them so special.

Thank you for 19 wonderful years of friendship, creativity, laughter, and memories. By Design will always be grateful to have been a small part of your lives.

Stay tuned! More information will follow in the coming weeks.

Lillian is looking towards retirement! Our beautiful space will soon be available. I discovered this place almost 20 years ago. The distinctive character and charm of my work space has been a joy to work in. The high ceilings, multi level work area has helped the business to thrive. I have loved coming to work everyday these past years. Students and clients have also loved coming to By Design. The next lucky tenant will enjoy the versatility of this space along with adjacent parking and a great view of the river.

See the link below for descriptions and details.

Spacious 1100 SF Riverfront Office/Studio/Gallery with Stunning River Views - Real Estate > Commercial for Lease - RiverBender.com Discover this unique 1100 sq ft professional office, studio, or gallery located on the ground floor of a beautifully renovated historic building. 136 Front Street features three levels with soaring 18' ceilings and abundant natural light. This space offers inspiring river views and excellent visibil...

By Design, an established custom sewing and tailoring business of 19 years in Alton Illinois, is for sale. We are located at 136 Front Street, Alton Illinois in the maker's district of Downtown Alton. Owner is retiring by the end of the year. Business is for sale as a whole minus personal sewing machines. The current space will also be available for rent. Serious inquiries contact us at 618-433-1400.

By Design is having a kids Sewing Class making a School ID Lanyard!
- Class will be held on August 6th, from 12pm to 2pm.
- The cost is $30 it includes supplies, use of our sewing machines, and an assortment of fabric to choose from!
- Introductory sewing class for boys and girls ages 8 and up.

Call By Design at 618-433-1400 to sign up for the class!

Red, White, and Blue Rag Wreath: Wednesday June 18th, 12pm to 2pm

-Everyone will have fun ripping fabric, cutting to size, and tying onto a wire frame to create a fun patriotic wreath.
-Introductory class for anyone ages 8 and up!
-$40.00 - Includes all supplies. (Fabric designs may vary.)

By Design was invited to a really fun career day at the East Alton Middle School. We were one of 19 participants that came out to tell the students about our careers. Thank you EAMS for inviting us to come out today!

We brought a selection of handmade and altered Bridal gowns to the Post Commons Bridal Show.