Nov 20, 2006 | Dresses & Jumpsuits
Jersey T-shirt Dress.
There is something really satisfying about a pile of jersey tops aIl in the same tones waiting to be cut up and re-assembled. Thats probably why I enjoyed making this dress so much.
I started by putting the one I wanted as a top on the dressmaking dummy. The other pieces was then cut up and one by one pinned onto the hem to make up the skirt part.
Pretty pleased with the outcome. I want to make one in washed out grey next. If you want one in your desired colours, let me know!
Aug 16, 2006 | Dresses & Jumpsuits
From Mother to Daughter.
My friend Deniz wanted me to customise her mothers wedding dress for her own wedding. I wish I had a photo of the original but I don’t. It had long sleeves and a high collared neckline. After a bit of butchering here is the outcome…
Modelled by Joanna.
Do you have a heirloom dress that you want customised to fit you? Get in touch!
Aug 1, 2006 | Dresses & Jumpsuits
Sustainable Eco Fashion.
I wanted to get the lovely ladies Aji and Ruth who kindly modelled for me at Brighton Fashion Week in for a photo shoot. Thank you ladies, you both look stunning!
Jun 1, 2006 | Dresses & Jumpsuits
Leftover Threads Showcase.
After two months of hard work I managed to get a collection together for Brighton Fashion Week. I wanted to create a luxurious collection but also promote all body shapes.
So here we have all sizes from 6 to 18 strutting the catwalk.
I need a holiday now!
Apr 29, 2006 | Dresses & Jumpsuits
One Pattern Many Styles.
This is the first pattern that I have made from scratch using a 2D pattern cutting method. I used Winifred Aldrich’s book which was pretty easy to use.
Up until now I was either pinning the fabric on a dummy or copying the shape of an existing garment to make a new piece.
After a few toiles, trials and mistakes I got there in the end. I wanted to create a pattern that I could adapt to various styles, ie long/short sleeve, a-line/full skirt and one that would work with different types of fabrics too. Here are four varieties all made from the same basic pattern. I’m pretty pleased.
If you would like one made to your very own measurements, get in touch!
