Gwen Gordon believes “everyone was put here for a reason,” and she feels the essence of her being is not only sewing, but sharing those skills with anyone “who has a desire” to learn. “Because this ...

A partnership with The Wallace Foundation helped make Boys & Girls Club fashion studio possible Students must learn basic skills to advance in course; the club has set high expectations Teacher Amy ...

ALTON — Lillian Bates started sewing in a home economics class at Alton High School, making a lime-green outfit as one of her first projects. Today, the 68-year-old Bates owns By Design, offering ...