Punjabi Sikh Master Tailor · Now Taking Orders from the USA

Traditional stitching, carried across an ocean

Sonia Kaur Manak brings hand-finished Punjabi and Indian tailoring — phulkari embroidery, salwar kameez, bridal suits and intricate alterations — to clients across the United States, alongside step-by-step tutorials for over 2,600 stitchers online.

199+Tutorial videos
2.6K+Subscribers
740K+Views on YouTube
Bridal lehenga hand-finished by Stitch With Sonia @stitchwithsonia
Hand-finished bridal lehenga · Stitch With Sonia
Bridal outfit by Stitch With Sonia Stitch With Sonia
Meet Sonia

Empowering creativity, one stitch at a time

Hello, I'm Sonia — the creator behind Stitch With Sonia. Sewing has always been more than a skill for me. It's a passion, a creative outlet, and a way to help others feel confident designing and creating their own garments.

Since launching my YouTube channel in December 2020, I've shared close to 200 tutorials guiding learners through every stage of garment-making — from taking accurate measurements and cutting fabric, to stitching professional-looking outfits with confidence. I'm now based in the United States, which means clients across the US can commission custom, hand-finished Punjabi and Indian garments without long international shipping timelines, while I continue teaching stitching online to students everywhere.

Punjabi Sikh Heritage Based in the USA Online Classes Custom Orders
My Teaching Philosophy

Learning should feel encouraging, not overwhelming

I believe anyone can learn to stitch with the right guidance — so every lesson is built around these five principles.

Simple, step-by-step explanations

Practical demos with real fabric

Easy-to-understand technique

Affordable, no fancy equipment

Confidence-building for beginners

"Every stitch is an opportunity to learn something new, express your creativity, and create garments that are uniquely yours."

— Sonia, Founder of Stitch With Sonia
Craft & Technique

Specialties

Complex, traditional stitching work — made accessible, and made to order.

Phulkari Embroidery

Dense, geometric hand-embroidery in the classic Punjabi tradition — dupattas, shawls and statement panels.

Salwar Kameez & Suits

Custom-fitted Punjabi suits cut and finished to individual measurements, from everyday wear to occasion pieces.

Bridal & Occasion Wear

Heavier construction and detail work for weddings and festival wear, built around traditional silhouettes.

Alterations & Refitting

Resizing, restyling and repairing existing garments — bringing older pieces back into regular rotation.

Pattern Drafting

Custom pattern blocks drafted from individual measurements for a fit that off-the-rack sizing can't match.

Online Stitching Classes

Live and recorded guidance for stitchers learning traditional techniques from anywhere in the world.

Punjabi & salwar suits
Kurti cutting & stitching
Neck & sleeve design variations
Dress cutting techniques
Alterations & fitting
Boutique finishing methods
Sewing machine tips & tricks
Beginner-friendly tailoring
Time-saving stitching hacks
From the Channel

Learn the techniques, straight from Sonia

Real tutorials from the Stitch With Sonia YouTube channel — tap any card to watch.

Working With Sonia

How a custom order works

A simple process for clients ordering from anywhere in the US.

1

Share your vision

Send reference photos, fabric preferences and the occasion via the form below or Instagram DM.

2

Get measured

Sonia will send a simple measurement guide you can complete at home, or arrange a fitting if local.

3

Fabric & design confirmation

Review fabric options and embroidery/detail choices before cutting begins.

4

Stitching & progress updates

Your garment is hand-finished with photo updates along the way.

5

Delivery

Finished pieces shipped or hand-delivered, with adjustments available after the first fitting.

Learn With Sonia

Online stitching classes

For students who want to learn the craft rather than commission a piece — Sonia teaches traditional Punjabi and Indian stitching techniques through structured online sessions.

  • Small-group and 1:1 video sessions
  • Beginner to advanced skill tracks
  • Focus on phulkari and suit construction
  • Open to students anywhere in the world
Get Started

Ask About Class Schedules

Pricing & timing shared directly by Sonia

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Get In Touch

Order a custom piece, or ask a question

Now taking custom orders from clients across the United States, alongside enquiries about online classes.

  • Email available via the YouTube channel's About page
  • Shipping & fittings across the USA
  • Online classes open worldwide