Store Location:
45A Sturbridge Road
(Route 20)
Charlton, Massachusetts (MA) 01507

Eddi Phillips was born and raised in Los Angeles, California and now makes his home in the quaint village of Southbridge, Massachusetts. A recent graduate of the renowned School of Fashion Design (SFD) in Boston, Eddi has begun living his life long dream of a career in fashion.

Eddi is currently serving as the in-house designer and couture textile buyer for Central Massachusetts’ largest independently owned fabric retailer, The Fabric Stash in Charlton, Massachusetts. He has also launched his own company, Eddi Phillips Designs, offering commissioned work and is developing his own line.

While attending SFD, Eddi was recognized with two scholarship awards and in 2008 was named as one of Massachusetts’ top five design school graduates by the Boston Globe.

Eddi’s love for beauty extends beyond fashion into all areas of the arts and humanities. “Fashion, art, music…they are all things beautiful which connect us to each other. They make us human”, proclaims Eddi. To help share this philosophy, Eddi serves as a member of the board of directors for the Quinebaug Valley Council for the Arts and Humanities based in Southbridge, Massachusetts.

He shares a historic house with his husband and three cats; Jasper, Niko, and Zuzu.

Beauty Haunts

Eddi had always had his dream of designing, but got a late start. Like many, he was sidetracked by an easy path and a steady paycheck in the business world. But a yearning followed him throughout the years. A longing to do what he loved, but had always been afraid to do. Until one day in 2004, after 15 years in the financial services and investment industry, he realized the paychecks left him empty and were no longer enough to keep his creative desires from overwhelming him. His passions – the arts, design, fashion, and beauty – were missing in his life for so long that he couldn’t resist them anymore. He took a leap of faith, immediately quit his job and was enrolled in the School of Fashion Design the very next day. For Eddi, life is a little more challenging these days, but a lot more joyous!

Beauty Inspires

Eddi’s fervent love of woman’s fashion has been a part of his life for as long as he can remember. His earliest influences came from the women in his family; his grandmother, mother and two older sisters. All these women recognized Eddi’s talents and fostered an encouraging environment where he could flourish creatively. His mother was an avid sewer who made dresses for his sisters, as well as herself. As a youngster, when Eddi could, he would get in on the action and help make doll clothes for his sisters. Eddi’s mom was his first fashion instructor. But the most profound influence came from his grandmother. She was a graceful, elegant woman with a strong spirit and warm heart. She wasn’t a fashion plate chasing the next fabulous creation from the Couture houses of her day, but she never failed to make even the simplest of dresses looked refined and elegant. From her, Eddi learned that every woman is beautiful and deserves to show it.

Beauty Grows

Since beginning his new journey, Eddi has set out to make beautiful clothing that is an existential expression of the client. He sees each new garment as an achievement; each piece as a step forward. He is quickly developing a reputation for creating beautiful garments with unparalleled construction and quality and is reaching discerning women who appreciate these fine elements and have the confidence that he can deliver.

• 2 Nights Lodging
• 6 Meals beginning with Monday dinner
• 3 Breaks, quilting program, spacious workspace
• All resort amenities including: indoor pool/hottub, fitness center, hiking trails, paddling, mountain biking, tennis and more!
• Additional a la carte activities are available: Private Reiki Treatment or Massage

• 2 Nights Lodging
• 6 meals beginning with Friday dinner
• 3 breaks, quilting program, spacious workspace
• All resort amenities including: indoor pool/hottub, fitness center, hiking trails, paddling, mountain biking, tennis and more!
• Additional a la carte activities are available: Private Reiki Treatment or Massage

• 6 nights lodging (Monday – Saturday)
• 18 meals beginning with Monday dinner
• 3 breaks, quilting program, spacious workspace
• All resort amenities including: indoor pool/hottub, fitness center, hiking trails, paddling, mountain biking, tennis and more!
• Additional a la carte activities are available: Private Reiki Treatment or Massage

Address:
45 Sturbridge Road (Route 20)
Charlton, MA. 01507

     The Fabric Stash is more then just a quilt shop; It is the largest independently owned and operated fabric store in Worcester County (central) Massachusetts.
We carry a wide variety of fabrics including cotton, fleece, home décor (many Waverly in stock), upholstery and clothing (including Silks, Wools and several other clothing fabrics). We also have a selection of notions, buttons, books, patterns, yarn & knitting supplies, trims, gifts and much more!

     Fabric Stash offers a variety of sewing instruction for all ages and abilities, with classes ranging from clothing construction (fitting and assembling) – to various levels of quilting and home décor instruction. Our Open Sew is your chance to work on any project you desire and to be constantly increasing your sewing knowledge. With lessons being available three days a week, in afternoons (1pm – 3pm) and evenings (6pm – 8pm), the caring teachers will guide you through your projects.

     For more information stop by the Fabric Stash at 45a Sturbridge Rd. Charlton, Ma. (or Call 508-248-0600). The Fabric Stash is the kind of place that makes you feel at home the minute you walk in the door.

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