197 - Irene Hurley - I Set My Sights On The Satisfaction

Irene Hurley is, in every sense of the word, a true creative. For more than 35 years, Irene Hurley Designs has focused on the art of couture sewing techniques, incorporating artisan details such as applique, fabric manipulation and quilting into custom window attire and interior accessories. Irene’s ability to both envision and create a truly unique, custom product has become the hallmark of this boutique sewing business, located in Sea Girt, NJ. Irene also works with clients on color selection, furnishings and commissioned work through local craftsmen. The studio hosts workshops in Celtic Applique, Heirloom Sewing, and Memory Quilt Basics. Irene studied Fashion Design at FIT (New York), Interior Design at Brookdale CC and is a Martha Pullen Licensed Teacher, a member of the WCAA National, WCAA NJ (Treasurer 2016-18), WCAA Virtual, and Rebecca’s Reel Quilt Guild. She is a volunteer for Lin’s Linens, Little Dresses for Africa and Project Pillowcase. A native of the Garden State, Irene resides in Sea Girt with her husband Leo. Their children are Leo, Jr and Ann Marie, and Maureen and Patrick Gilroy. She is also “Nan” to Brendan and Liam Gilroy and Leo James III.   You can find Irene Hurley Designs on Facebook, Instagram Pinterest @Irene Hurley Designs.

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