Distinctive Designs

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Introduction: Making custom quilts and blankets for someone gives me the opportunity to indulge my passion while making a one of a kind treasure that can be enjoyed for years to come. So you, as my client, decide exactly what you want it to look like...and I will deliver! After sewing and quilting as a hobby for more than 13 years, it is now my full time job, and I'm excited to use my time to create one of a kind pieces for my clients! I love the puzzle of putting the pieces of a project together and watching it take shape.

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Hired 33 times

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1 employee

16 years in business

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2018

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Repair of Quilt Made By Great Grandma
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Memory Quilt
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Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, responsiveness, and professionalism.

Exceptional 5.0

31 reviews

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Colleen M.

Mar 17, 2020

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Helen was an absolute joy to work with! She paid very close attention to what I wanted and the result was breathtaking! My daughter has a memory quilt she will cherish all her life!

Details: Quilting • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Distinctive Designs's reply

Thank you Colleen! It was a pleasure working with you and your daughter and I'm happy that you are both pleased with the result!

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Mary P.

Sep 6, 2019

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Helen is in the process of making keepsake quilts for me and my siblings. She is very committed to her work and a pleasure to work with. She is very flexible and has beautiful design ideas

Details: Quilting • At the pro’s location

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Nicole P.

Jan 25, 2019

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I hired Helen to make some memory quilts and she was kind enough to sit with me, listen to my story, and consider what might be the best way to approach the projects. She sent design ideas and came up with thoughtful patterns. It began as a 3 quilt project that turned in to making a fourth and then several pillows for family members. Along the way, she was patient and thorough in communicating about details. Each quilt is well made and lovely and the pillows are amazing! So many family raved about how touched they were by the unique gift. Helen was extremely accommodating. She met me several times, working around my schedule and time frame, always willing to go the extra mile. I am so grateful for her work and plan to use her services again!

Details: Yes, I have already purchased the material • I travel to the quilter • The quilter travels to me

Distinctive Designs's reply

It was my pleasure to collaborate with you on your memory piece for you and your family! These are the kind of projects that are my passion and I feel blessed to be able to preserve memories to be enjoyed today and also passed down to future generations! NIcole...you are a treasure to work with and I learned from you, enjoy your company, and send blessings to you!

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Rex H.

Dec 8, 2017

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Helen was a joy to work with. She made 5 quilts for me for my husband and his siblings using my mother-in-laws clothes. She took the time to understand what I was looking for, gave ideas for the pattern of the quilts, and was always very timely. She did a great job communicating the progress being made, any questions or comments, and her quality of work is outstanding. I will happily select her again for any other quilting projects I may have in the future.

Distinctive Designs's reply

Thank you very much for your kind review, Rex! It was a real pleasure working with you, and such fun to 'put the puzzle together' for each quilt! These pieces are wonderful keepsakes that will warm body and soul for years to come. Thank you again! Helen

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Hannah L.

Oct 24, 2017

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Helen took my 26 year old baby blanket and turned it into a piece that I can have for the rest of my life. I had not been without my blanket for more than 2 days my entire life, she recognized my hesitations and completed my quilt in half the time as expected as she knew I was lost without it! Amazing lady and amazing artwork. Thank you Helen!

Distinctive Designs's reply

I'm so glad you are happy with your 'new' quilt! I love making new quilts that use treasured pieces from the past! You made some great choices with the other fabrics, and it's gorgeous! Thank you for trusting me with your treasure!

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Helen Kirschstein

FAQs

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
We will either exchange email or chat on the phone for me to obtain basic information about the project in order for me to provide an accurate quote. The client then brings the materials to my home, and we plan how the piece will look when it is finished...or I can take what the client has and create a design on my own.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
My step-mom taught me to quilt, and was a great teacher, and I also subscribe to quilting magazines.
How did you get started doing this type of work?
My step-mom was a master quilter, and took me under her wing as her student. I found that I loved the process of planning a piece, choosing a design and materials, and fabricating the piece. I've now retired, and am indulging my hobby full time!