Monthly Archives: December 2018

Christmas Bride

Posted on December 27, 2018 by mrsmole

This lovely Wtoo Carrion dress fits like a glove: Lucky for me the alterations are not too complicated. Take in the hips and shorten the hem:                             … Continue reading →

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An Ocean Wedding

Posted on December 18, 2018 by mrsmole

When I get a call from a bride who says, “I can’t make up my mind to choose one of 3 wedding dresses I have ordered”…I just shake my head. Instead of going to a bricks and mortar store/salon brides … Continue reading →

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Selection by Posse’ Part 2

Posted on December 11, 2018 by mrsmole

As promised…once the skirt has been raised up, let’s tackle that zipper complex. Check out how many stitching lines have to be removed to re-position the zipper!!! I can see 6 but there are more hidden under the final edge … Continue reading →

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Selection By Posse’ Part One

Posted on December 4, 2018 by mrsmole

   This sequined dress from BCBG will be a real challenge! The bride said that she took her whole family to the salon to select a dress and this is what THEY came up with. Selection by committee convinced her … Continue reading →

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