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Christmas gifts for the seamstress

Posted on December 3, 2018April 14, 2023 by Naomi

Like any hobby or business some of the tools and equipment can be costly. Christmas is a perfect time to gift your loved one some of the more expensive items that they might want to better their sewing skills and business. These are some of my favoirte items that I have found to be a necessity over the 11 years I have been in business. Christmas Gifts...Read More

How to Avoid Mistakes When Altering a Gown at the Shoulders

Posted on October 22, 2018April 14, 2023 by Naomi

Have you ever wanted to alter a formal gown? This one came to me from a bad tailoring experience and was in desperate need of correcting. The client had called begging me to see what I could do to fix the situation but I was not prepared for what I found. I just though that common sense would tell you not to do what this seamstress did...Read More

One point wedding dress bustle

Posted on October 10, 2018April 3, 2023 by Naomi

Wedding gowns can be bustled a variety of ways. Bustles depend on the preference of the bride and also the style of the dress. This dress had a long train that was shortened but still was quite heavy. I tried several options with the point of the bustle below the thigh area but was not pleased with the look. Every dress is different and the bustle depends...Read More

How to bustle a wedding dress

Posted on June 28, 2018April 1, 2023 by Naomi

Bustles are one of the most important aspects of a wedding dress as the dress will be bustled for the entire reception to make it easier for dancing and mingling among the guests. If you or someone in your circle has some sewing skills you may be able to save some money by sewing the bustle yourself. Please note as in any DIY project the professional will...Read More