A list of qualified dressmakers in Massachussetts, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Michigan their areas of expertise, and contact information.

A list of qualified dressmakers, teachers and sewing professionals in the USA and abroad, their areas of expertise, and locations.

Business Name	Contact Name	Location	Specialties	Professional Credentials	Contact Info
The Marilyn Johnson Studio	Marilyn Johnson	Laurel, MD	Formal, Costume, Everyday, Home Decor, Acessories	Association of Sewing and Design Professionals (formerly Professional Association of Custom Clothiers) - President, GWDCA Chapter Silk Painters International, Weavers Guild of Greater Baltimore, Costume Society of America, Baltimore/Washington Corridor Chamber of Commerce, National Fedeation of Independent Businesses, Laurel Board of Trade, On Purpose Network for Women, Business Women's Network of Howard County, SmallCompanies.com, Women in Film and Video of Maryland, Evolving World Productions	Email Phone: 301- 604-4139
Barbara Deckert Couture	Barbara Deckert	Elkridge,(near Baltimore) MD	Plus sizes, bridal gowns and headpieces, evening, tailoring, custom drafting and design, sportswear, industrial/technical prototypes, menswear.	Barbara Deckert has over 40 years of sewing experience, and has been in business for over 18 years. She is a charter member of the Association of Sewing and Design Professionals (formerly Professional Association of Custom Clothiers), and has served on its executive board as Vice Chair of Public Relations. Author of "Sewing for Plus Sizes" and "Sewing 911" (see books) Visit her website for more information.	Email Website Phone: 443- 413-2034