This is so long over-due and I got several requests asking to see Rachel at her wedding in her finished dress (AUNT LINDA!) So, here she is at her reception looking incredibly gorgeous. Enjoy. And that’s all folks! Love, Rachel … Continue reading
This post is going to show off the work of my sewing students. It goes back a couple sessions, but better late than never. I am so very proud of each one of them! I’m missing several students because they … Continue reading
My amazing friend Mary Brewer made my sister-in-law Elin a piece of artwork. It was so amazing that I asked her if I could get a copy of it. She designed the art on the computer and had it printed … Continue reading
These past couple of weeks have been a whirlwind of “tiny” things. It’s the fine details that take the most time. Here are just a couple of examples: 1. Hand-stitching the lining to the boned bodice.2. Hand-stitching the flowers.3. Hand-stitching … Continue reading
And the creating continues! This post will be a combination of the last 2 fittings I have had with Rachel W. I have been super busy working away and the clock is ticking! My goal is to get this dress … Continue reading
I have discovered an amazing writing program for Rosemary and I am soooo excited about it! It’s called, “The Brave Writer.” We are having so much fun with it. Each month we read a book and learn different literary techniques. … Continue reading
I had a fitting with Rachel W. today and it went really well. I’m going to share some more thoughts and pictures of my process. Now before you get all critical on me and say, “This dress has a LONG … Continue reading
Sigh. I swore I wouldn’t make another wedding dress. EVER. If it wasn’t hard enough to just MAKE the dress without dealing with the emotions of the bride and family stresses, you also have to deal with the bride and … Continue reading
My baby Eleanor started Pre-School today! Boo hoo! Love, Rachel
This post doesn’t have any pictures, but when you don’t write for a long time you just have to force yourself to do it and break the silence. I just returned from a month long summer vacation with my family … Continue reading
