The Studio
Made by hand, one piece at a time.
Deer Creek Designs is a small home studio in Effingham, IL — just me, a sewing machine, a stack of cherished shirts, and the time it takes to do this kind of work properly.

Hi, I'm Jill.
I started Deer Creek Designs because friends and family kept asking the same question: "What do I do with these clothes I can't bring myself to give away?"
There's something sacred about a well-worn shirt. It holds the scent, the shape, and the memory of the person who wore it. My work is giving those memories a new form — something soft you can hold, sleep under, or pass down.
Every order is sewn by me, in my studio, on my time. That means lead times are real and slots are limited — but it also means each piece gets the care it deserves.
The promise
Every piece I make is a promise to honor the person who once wore the shirt in my hands.
Let's create something meaningful
Reach out today to discuss your project. I'm currently accepting custom orders for the upcoming season.
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