Kara Stafford - Zebra Mama
How Zebra Mama Yoga was Born
For as long as I can remember, I’ve had a fascination with clothing. As a child, I used to draw and draft clothes and cut up pieces of fabric to create unique clothing with my mother’s sewing machine. I forgot this passion and it sat dormant for a long time. I grew up and pursued other interests–teaching Pilates, diagnostic ultrasound, teaching and assisting yoga, being a mother and so much more.
My dream sparked with an obsession for great fitting, curve-hugging, wild yoga pants, and a sewing machine. It crystallized with an impulse purchase of a $25 pink serger from Craigslist, re-igniting the intense need to create with a fierceness like no other! At the time I was unable to find an existing pattern that flattered my body, I set to drafting my own. I’m not gonna lie: my first attempts were less than stellar! Determination fueled my fire as I pushed myself to acquire new skills! I had no idea where this little hobby was going to take me.
Yoga students and friends started asking me where I got my pants. When I replied, “I made them,” the typical response was, “Well, do you sell them? Will you make some for me?”
My business was born in 2014. I’ve since upgraded my machines, skills, found some great patterns, and expanded the items that I create! Zebra Mama is a fully realized labor of love. Each piece of clothing takes on a life of its own—special and unique to every individual. My mission: make yoga clothes with a ravishing fit that make you feel amazing and empowered. I create clothes you look forward to wearing—no matter your body type! It brings me tremendous joy to see my clients’ excitement when they find their favorite piece!
A few things about my work:
* I’m local! All pants are hand cut and stitched by me.
*No sweatshops!
*I source my fabrics as responsibly as possible.
*I do my best to keep my environmental footprint as small as possible:
Fabric scraps are used in other creations, or taken in for textile recycling.
*Packaging is in a wash bag, which is intended to protect your clothes when stored and allows you to throw the whole bag into the wash when you are ready.
*Pants include a short mantra or positive messages on the inside of the waistband.
Shop my collection or place a custom order at www.zebramamayoga.com
Facebook: ZebraMama Yoga, Instagram: @zebramama
