Work in Process

This bridal gown was brought to me 3 weeks before wedding day. Bride loved the gown, and it was purchased at a great discount, but didn't fit properly. I added this 7" panel to the back with lacing. Every other Sworovski crystals stack on the left (3 crystals stacked for each), was moved to the right side, to balance out for detail. Lacing and panel were made from the fabric removed at the bottom of the gown, for a perfect match!

Original back of gown, zipped up

Panel added, zipper removed

Panel, lacing and beading complete

I was contacted to make keepsake pillows from some antique lace clothes for family members. Here are some work in process photos! Check out the final pictures on my Photos Page!

Wedding dress used to make this beautiful one of a kind Christening outfit. Materials used: Satin, lace, beaded trim.
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Original wedding gown: Satin with lace overlay. Beaded trim around armholes and at bust

Closeup of top of gown and jacket

Christening Ensemble: Satin with lace overlay gown, lace jacket and bonnet with beaded applique

All trim removed from wedding gown

The single button from the gown was used for closure at the back of the neck

Redesigning a Wedding Gown

Bride is using her mother's gown, from the early '80's, but wants a new look

Applique from front of original gown to be used on bodice of new gown

Sleeves and train to be removed, and new top constructed with a low back, using applique, buttons, loops, lace, ruffle and other elements from original gown

All buttons and loops from original gown to be used on new gown

Photos given to me for inspiration and design ideas

Final look!

Editing a Neckline

The bride that will be wearing this lace dress, wanted a different neckline for her September wedding.

Dress was taken in at waist, hem taken up, and the necline in front and back was changed from a high neck to a more flattering squared neckine in front and back using satin fabric for trim.

Here is the finished neckline with satin trim! Squared off in the front and back. Completely changed the look of the dress!

Heirloom Christening Gown

I was asked to make a Christening gown from this wedding dress. She brought a picture of what she wanted it to look like and I created the style, using fabric and details from her gown.Note, the band at the top of the gown was used for the hem of the christening gown!

Here is the finished product!

Dance Costumes

Chinese style dresses - I was given the pink fabric to add to the sleeves and the hemline. I needed to remove original trim then replace after fabric was added. All dresses were fitted to each girl as well.