Karyn Valino
Karyn Valino is the founder and creative force behind The Workroom, with over 30 years of experience in sewing, garment making, and quilting. A lifelong maker, Karyn is passionate about sharing the joy of crafting through thoughtful curation and hands-on instruction. Known for her eye for detail and a love of beautifully crafted fabrics and patterns, she is dedicated to helping others discover their own creative potential. Whether teaching workshops or sharing her favourite tools and textiles, Karyn inspires a growing community of makers to elevate their skills and enjoy the art of making.
Discover Handmade Getaway
Handmade Getaway is your guide to bringing together the perfect mix of fabric, friends, and food for an unforgettable creative escape. Whether you’re hosting a few friends at home for an afternoon of sewing or planning a multi-day retreat, this beautifully designed, project-based book will help you craft the ultimate sewing adventure.
Co-authored by Karyn Valino and Jacqueline Sava Clarke, Handmade Getaway is packed with:
- 12 individual projects perfect for sewing retreats.
- 5 group projects designed for making memories together.
- 4 mini projects to fit in between moments of creativity.
- Plus, group activities, planning charts, and pro tips to ensure your getaway is a success.
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Printed & Inspired : A0 Highlights
We see so many great indie PDF sewing patterns come through our A0 Wide Format printer each week, and it’s always fun to spot designs we haven’t tried yet. Your print orders keep us discovering new makers, new shapes, and new ideas.
Printed & Inspired: New Indie Sewing Patterns to Try
Printed & Inspired is a peek at the fun PDFs we're printing at the workroom. We’re constantly discovering new indie PDF sewing patterns through your A0 Wide Format print orders. Every time we load up the printer, we spot designs that spark ideas and connect us with creative makers around the world. Here are a few that caught our eye recently, maybe they’ll inspire your next make too.
New! Merchant & Mills Cirrus & Cassidy PDF Patterns
Meet the newest Merchant & Mills PDF patterns - Cirrus and Cassidy. An airy top and a sleek jumpsuit that already feel like wardrobe staples.