Our Online Sewing Classes for Home Décor help you learn proven techniques and create with confidence.
Everyone Starts Somewhere
Whether you’re sewing your very first pillow or refining professional techniques, learning home décor sewing can feel overwhelming when you’re trying to figure it all out on your own.
That’s why Designs by Donna exists.
Meet Donna Cash
Sewing Educator • Soft Furnishings Expert • Creative Wellness Mentor
For more than 30 years, I've created custom pillows, bedding, drapery, and soft furnishings while building an award-winning workroom.
Today, my greatest passion is helping creative sewing enthusiasts, DIYers, and workroom professionals gain confidence through calm, step-by-step instruction.
I believe beautiful sewing isn't about talent.
It's about learning proven techniques, understanding the "why" behind each step, and having someone to guide you along the way.
More Than Sewing
I believe creativity flourishes when we care for ourselves.
That's why you'll find encouragement not only for sewing beautiful home décor, but also for creating a healthier, more joyful creative life.
My hope is that every lesson helps you:
💙 Sew with Joy. 💙 Create with Confidence. 💙 Live Inspired
Experience You Can Trust
30+ Years of Experience
National Speaker
Award-Winning Workroom
Thousands of Students
Industry Contributor
Supportive Community
From Creating to Teaching
After decades of building a successful custom workroom, I realized my greatest joy wasn't simply creating beautiful projects—it was teaching others how to create them for themselves.
I'd Love to Help You
Whether you're sewing your first pillow or refining professional techniques, I'd love to help you enjoy the journey and create projects you're proud of.
What Students and Members Are Saying
Real progress comes from clear guidance, practical techniques, and support along the way.
“Every week, Donna is such a positive, happy mentor who has made it her mission to find my workroom’s pain points and address them. She shares her joy with our group every week, and I am so grateful for Donna’s influence. She is definitely my weekly cheerleader and highlight. Donna’s joy is infectious!”
— Jamie Terral
“I used the invisible zipper, regular zipper, and bound zipper techniques you taught in class. They look great, and I really showed progress on this project. They finished quicker than ever before and no re-dos! Thanks so much for these techniques.”
— Kip, Zipper Workshop Attendee
“I thought I knew how to make a mitered corner until I followed Donna’s new mitered flange tutorial. Precise and foolproof. As a member, I have access to Donna’s years of sewing workroom advice during her weekly live chat, in addition to tons of online pillow lessons.”
— Holly B., Community Member
“Thank you so much for your patience and support. You have no idea what your mentorship and friendship mean to me! You provide me with a safe place to talk about situations that others would never understand. I’m so grateful!”
— Community Member, Weekly Live Q&A