Veteran Seamstress Launches Tailoring Business in Beverly This New Year
Cynthia Bachorski, a disabled veteran, just launched her new business, C Sew, in Beverly, West Virginia. She kicked things off at the start of the new year.
Bachorski’s got a real passion for sewing and now offers professional tailoring, alterations, and hand-crafted sewn goods. Her journey stretches from being a kid fascinated by her family’s crafts to a Navy veteran sewing uniforms for her shipmates, and now, a business owner.
After moving to West Virginia and recovering from surgery, she saw a real need for high-quality tailoring in her community. That realization pushed her to start C Sew.
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Cynthia Bachorski: A Passion for Sewing
Cynthia grew up surrounded by crafts. Her mom quilted and sewed, and her dad worked with wood.
That creative environment fueled her love for sewing, which really took off when she started going to renaissance fairs at 16. “I wanted to make my own costumes,” she remembers.
This early interest set the stage for everything that followed, including her Navy years. Even then, she sewed uniforms for her shipmates, and she never charged them a dime.
Bachorski served nearly 14 years in the Navy and put her sewing skills to work. She did free uniform alterations for her fellow sailors, which showed her commitment to helping others.
Her time in the Navy wasn’t just about duty. She built camaraderie and supported her peers, one stitch at a time.
Transitioning to Civilian Life
After being medically retired, Cynthia moved to West Virginia in August 2023. The transition wasn’t easy—she had surgery on her feet and spent some time in a wheelchair.
Still, her determination and love for sewing helped her through. She set up her sewing room and, once she recovered, started connecting with her new community.
Identifying a Community Need
As she settled in, Cynthia noticed a real demand for tailoring and alteration services. “There seems to be a really big need for people who will do tailoring, hemming up pants, have a quick turnaround, and really take care of the community,” she says.
That need inspired her to launch C Sew, aiming to fill the gap for her neighbors.
Launching C Sew
On January 1, Cynthia registered her business and started a Facebook page to reach out to potential customers. She admits the biggest challenge was just starting.
“Getting the courage up to do it” felt huge, especially since she describes herself as pretty quiet. But her drive to overcome her disability and become part of her community kept her moving.
Building Community Partnerships
Cynthia’s commitment to service shows in the partnerships she’s building. She teamed up with the Elkins Sewing Center to restore vintage sewing machines.
She’s also working with Tyrand, where she’ll provide free hemming and repair services on January 30. These collaborations let her give back and support local projects.
A Life of Service
Serving others has always driven Cynthia. “I’ve lived a life of service in the Navy because my heart cares,” she says.
Now, as a business owner, she keeps that spirit alive by offering quality sewing and supporting her community. Her story? It’s a real testament to resilience, passion, and the power of giving back.
The Future of C Sew
Looking ahead, Bachorski wants to grow her business and keep building real connections in the community. She’s determined to keep up the high standards that folks in Beverly have come to expect from her.
She’s always sticking to her values and looking for new ways to give back. Honestly, she hopes C Sew becomes a true pillar in the neighborhood—maybe even something people talk about for years.
For more on Cynthia Bachorski’s journey and her new business, check out the original article on WDTV.
