Monthly Archives: September 2019

Timeless Lace

Posted on September 24, 2019 by mrsmole

Wtoo Kensington reminds me of gowns from the JC Penney catalog in the 60’s. Back then gowns hadn’t changed much since the 50’s when brides wore dresses like this: My bride chose this dress for modesty but also it … Continue reading →

Posted in challenges | Tagged take in lace sleeves, take up shoulders, Wtoo Kensington | 36 Comments

Build a Bustle

Posted on September 11, 2019 by mrsmole

How about this for a romantic wedding gown? This Wtoo Bellevista gown has it all, gorgeous train, buttons down the back, sheer coverage, real shoulders and a ribbon belt. It also has a few issues like most gowns. We have … Continue reading →

Posted in challenges | Tagged little onions, repairing tulle skirt tear, repairing veil with hole, timming under netting, two tiered bustle, Wtoo Bellevista | 14 Comments

Bust Cups, Buttons and Binding

Posted on September 1, 2019 by mrsmole

How about a real classic look with real sleeves? This Wtoo Nahara certainly delivers the look we remember from the 50’s. To start, the sleeves are about 2 inches too long but they have a regular hem and no scallops. … Continue reading →

Posted in challenges | Tagged butternut squash, moving pearl buttons up, narrowing bust points, narrowing the lace cups, reducing the lace sleeve cap, shortening lace sleevs, shortening vented sleeves with buttons, taking up shoulders in lace, Wtoo Nahara | 10 Comments

Monthly Archives: September 2019

Timeless Lace

Build a Bustle

Bust Cups, Buttons and Binding

tips and tricks

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