Summer this year is floral
I have just returned from summer in Europe and it was beautifully hot but above all the skirts and dresses were floral, from small retro prints to the big and beautiful splashes of painted colour. I am taking my summer…
Accepting bridal wear alterations for this summer
If your wedding dress has arrived and it does not fit or is a shade too long then I can help you. I am a bridal wear designer maker and I have notice this year that I have had a…
New direction for textiles
The very first experimental cushion covers using multiple stencilled images in various colours. Very labour intensive It started as an idea after noticing magazine articles on stencilling and a visit to England. I was finding my love of colour that…
PATTERN CUTTING course for Dress Makers
This popular 5 week evening class starts on Monday 17 October 6.30 - 9pm. Course fee $195 (including materials) Venue - MADCAT workshop at Founders Heritage Park, Nelson If you find it difficult to find the pattern you want and…
TAKING OFF FOR WINTER
I am heading for England for a family celebration. I am looking forward to visiting museums and galleries and returning home with lots and lots of ideas. I am not one for holidays as I do live in such a…
Finally a new wonderfully clear Website
I am so pleased to announce the launch of my new website. It has taken a while. It has been a steep learning curve for me this last year. Now with all my new skills I can continuously update this…