Playful/Sophisticated Purple Jersey Sundress

This dress was a custom order for a young woman who said that she couldn't find anything that fit her properly! No problem for me, much rejoicing for her. Cost: $35

1920s style dress for the modern figure

Just what it says. Price varies depending on desired details.

Hand-Dyed Peasant Dress

Navy was requested and produced in this custom order. The method of dyeing created the watercolor appearance, lending it depth and variation. 100% Cotton, Est. Price. $30

Little Chocolate Dress (sketch)

A theoretical bridesmaids dress. Lace bodice, ivory sash, swiss dot net over the skirt. Est Price : $100

Hand-dyed Fabric

Here are samples of my latest work in dyes -- the dark navy has a watercolor effect in its dye process, and the blue and purple batik was bunched up tight, splashed with purple, and immersed in deep blue. The floral is solid. The lighter materials are samples of the pre-dyed fabric.

Wedding gown in eyelet cotton with a splash of color

The straps are softly gathered where they join the bodice to cap the shoulders, the blue in the bodice is framed in an optional lace that would trim the neck and below the bodice (hence my hatch marks), the skirt is full, and then the train is either dip-dyed (as painted) or enhanced with a godet insert that adds fullness to the back.

Est Price: $275 (heirloom quality sewing)

A Bustle Skirt

Cotton twill, historical inspiration from about 1880 (shown with black corset for effect). Est. Price $40

The Sundress that wants to be a Wedding Gown when it grows up

This dress didn't want to stay simple, and insisted on being more sophisticated than I had any notion it would be -- and so here it is.. Soft cotton, lined bodice. Est. price: $75

Satin formal gown and cocktail dress

Purple stretch satin cocktail dress, 2008, see previous post (college dresses) for intended fit. Fawn-colored rayon satin gown is bias cut, minimal support garments required.

Black lace formal gowns

Intended for wear over other formal foundations, such as spaghetti strapped or sheath-type gowns.

Sundresses and Tunics, 2008/2009 Collection

The MocKimono

From winter 2008/2009, this is a versatile, elegant, and comforting garment. Unlined, heavy reversible brocade, kimono pocket-sleeves.

Dresses worn in college for various functions

Here is a sampling of some of the hits from the college days -- I was on a tight budget, but determined to look fabulous. More"official" looking pictures will be up shortly . . . .

LBS: Long Black Skirt, an essential for every lady

This skirt is about five years old now and looks just as lovely now as it did when these pictures were taken three years ago. And it goes with everything -- possibly the best winter wear I've ever made. Cost: $priceless

Summer Party Dress, 2008

Elegance and durability were foremost in mind for this lightweight, floaty dress. It has withstood a week of Summer beach festivities and is still as fresh and sturdy as the day it was made! Fully lined, black gauze under sheer knit. Est price: $50

Blue Velvet Gown, December 2008

This dress was made for a harp concert in December. It has subsequently been worn to several other events, including dances (note the last picture). Skirt is flared, with multiple godet inserts for extra fullness and grace. Panne Velvet, unlined. Est. Price: $100.00

Full Length

Bodice Detail

Yes, indeed it is a Very Full Skirt.

Silk and Lace MOB ensemble for Dec. 2007 wedding

Yes, the pictures are of a terrible quality - my workroom had appalling light, and my camera weighed about an ounce, it was such a tiny inexpensive thing. But I digress. Unstructured, silk charmeuse under a lined lace jacket. Hand sewn pearl buttons and loops, pieced lace edging with hand finishing. Est. price: $300

1915 inspired gown from 2006

Gown designed for my Costume Pattern and Construction class, fall 2006. Pattern developed from photograph of antique gown. Cotton, cotton lace and velvet trim. Est. Price: $200

Regency dress from 2006

This frock was made quite some time ago, to wear to various social functions I was involved in. It's still one of my favorites. 100% cotton, lined bodice, hand finished. Est. price: $50