Tag Archives: 7 point bustle

Spring bride

Posted on May 27, 2022 by mrsmole

In my last blog, I introduced you to the a Spring challenge from Madison James Bridal. The bride explained that it would need a little hemming so let’s get to work pinning up the lining (knit) and the satin … Continue reading →

Posted in challenges | Tagged 7 point bustle, gofundme for texas families, https://madison-james.com/style/micah, shorten lace hem, shorten straps | 11 Comments

The Works

Posted on July 28, 2020 by mrsmole

We have seen this Wtoo Della dress before and in fact I have worked on this same style a couple times this year already and have more of the same to come. So far all of them, no matter what … Continue reading →

Posted in challenges | Tagged 7 point bustle, Wtoo Della | 18 Comments

Saved the Best (hardest) for Last?

Posted on November 26, 2014 by mrsmole

Is it my imagination or just plain weariness after completing 48 bridal gowns and 41 bridesmaids this season that the last one is more challenging? First, the bride lives 111 miles from me through a dense National Forest with mountains … Continue reading →

Posted in challenges | Tagged 7 point bustle, Allure bridal p960, back buttons, center modesty insert, India wedding, narrow straps, netting bustle, shorten straps, trimming netting and tulle | 35 Comments

Nancy Returns

Posted on November 16, 2014 by mrsmole

Yes, it is the final fitting of the jacket muslin Butterick 6106 after all the paper work and pinning and folding and taping and measuring ….TA DA! You will see a few additions like 1/2 inch armscye darts to compensate … Continue reading →

Posted in challenges | Tagged 7 point bustle, add to side seams, add to sleeve cap, Butterick 6106, make dart | 16 Comments