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Notes from the studio
Honest advice from 25+ years at the sewing table, on wedding dresses, custom gowns, prom and the little details that make a dress fit like it was made for you.
Bridal alterationsWhen Should You Book Wedding Dress Alterations? A Simple TimelineHow far ahead to book wedding dress alterations, what happens at each fitting, and what to bring, from a Hatboro seamstress with 25+ years of bridal experience.
Custom dressesHow a Custom Dress Is Made, From First Sketch to Final FittingWhat actually happens when you order a custom dress: the sketch, the prototype, the pattern, the final fitting, and how long each custom piece takes.
Prom & homecomingProm and Homecoming Dress Alterations: How Early to Come InWhen to bring in a prom or homecoming dress for alterations, the most common fixes, and what to do if something goes wrong right before the dance.
Special occasionsA Mother of the Bride Dress Guide: Fit, Color and TimingHow mothers of the bride and groom can choose a dress that fits beautifully and feels comfortable all day, plus when to buy, alter or have one custom made.
Dress careHow to Store Your Wedding Dress After the WeddingSimple steps to clean and store a wedding dress so it stays beautiful for years, plus ways to give it a second life, from a seamstress with 25+ years of bridal experience.