Monthly Archives: March 2013

Blinged Out Babes

Posted on March 31, 2013 by mrsmole

Is there anything nicer than a prom or bridesmaid dress covered in jewels and sequins? This week has been a bonanza for those here in the sewing room so I want to share some of the lovelies with you. Let’s … Continue reading →

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What Brides Want-March 2013

Posted on March 25, 2013 by mrsmole

It has been quite the week! I don’t remember getting in so many gowns quite so early in the season and with so many alterations needed/wanted. As I totaled up the costs per hour on some of these dresses, I … Continue reading →

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Mini Betty Page

Posted on March 10, 2013 by mrsmole

Maybe some of you remember when I had to alter a green bridesmaid dress last year from Betty Page website. They seem to specialize in retro fashions for curvy girls. This year my oldest daughter is renewing her wedding vows … Continue reading →

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Step Up and Zip Up

Posted on March 3, 2013 by mrsmole

As most of you will know with reading my blog, I have been recovering from knee surgery and in an effort to be a good girl in the future I asked my neighbor Tim the woodworking wizard to make me … Continue reading →

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