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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miss Mary | Mary Ann Clavin | Westerly, RI | Costume, Everyday | Association of Sewing and Design Professionals (formerly Professional Association of Custom Clothiers), New England Chapter Rhode Island Sewing Network |
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| Seams Fitting | Nancy Pace | Easley, SC | Formal, Costume, Everyday, Home decor | Dressmaker and alterations specialist. Sewing for herself and her family since the age of 16, and has been in the business of sewing for others for 12 years. | Email Website |
| Judith Eileen Creations | Judith Webb | Knoxville, TN | Formal, Costumes, Tailored Items and more... | Dressmaker and alterations specialist. Sewing for almost 40 years, in business for 18 years, Judith is a member of the Association of Sewing and Design Professionals (formerly Professional Association of Custom Clothiers). She also embroiders hats, purses, clothing, and home decor items. She works collaboratively with clients -- if you can describe it, she can create it! | Email Phone: (865) 689-4088 |
| Purrfit Fashions | Alania Sheeley | Pegram (just west of Nashville), TN | Formal, Everyday and more... | Dressmaker and alterations specialist. In business for 5 years, Alania specializes in women's tailoring (suits, jackets, etc.), alterations, children's clothing, personalization with embroidery, and garment redesigns. Certified in Alterations for Professionals and Specialty Alterations: Bridal and Formalwear, as well as Sewing and Dressmaking. Member, Association of Sewing and Design Professionals (formerly Professional Association of Custom Clothiers), American Sewing Guild. | Email Phone: (615) 662-7900 |
| Couture by Terri Tipps | Terri Tipps | Frisco, TX | Formal, Costume, Everyday and more | Dressmaker and alterations specialist. Terri accepts custom sewing and all types of alteration work... leathers, furs, beads, sequins - you name it. She is truly talented! Member, Association of Sewing and Design Professionals, 8 years(formerly known as the Professional Association of Custom Clothiers) | Email Phone: (214) 705-9992 (Studio) |
| Karmen Flatch | Karmen Flatch | Arlington, TX | Everyday | Association of Sewing and Design Professionals (formerly Professional Association of Custom Clothiers), Costume Society of America | Email Phone: (817) 572-1367 |
| Threadancer | Christine Robinson | Reston, VA (DC area) | Fifth generation dressmaker! |
Degree in fashion design. Specializing in bridal since 2004. Expert fitting for all figures. Translates customer's fantasy into a custom gown and veil, enhancing her beauty. Member: Association of Sewing and Design Professionals (Formerly PACC), Fashion Group International (FGI), and American Sewing Guild (ASG). She is located in the Washington DC metro area. | Email Phone: (703) 620-1754 |
| Linda Stewart Couture Designs | Linda Stewart | Bristol, VA | Dressmaker (Formal/Special Occasion wear), and Sewing Educator. Visit her website and click "Classes and book" for information. |
Dressmaker and alterations specialist. Linda is an award winning wedding gown designer. She was chosen as both 2006 & 2007 Bernina Fashion Show Designer. Linda is a Member of the Association of Sewing and Design Professionals Appalachian Chapter, the American Sewing Guild, and Fashion Group International. She currently serves on the Executive Board of Sewing and Design Professionals as the director of their certification program. She teaches classes to train professional Alterations Specialists and has published her first book on CD. Visit her website for information on scheduled classes, her book or to contact her for custom wedding gown design. | Email Website Phone: (276) 669-3299 |
| Foxglove Custom Bridal Gowns | Rachel Kurland | South Strafford, VT | Formal, Costume, Every day clothing | Specializing in custom wedding gowns, Rachel has been in business as a costume designer and dressmaker for 30 years. Her specialties are patterning and adapting styles to flatter individual figures. As a costume designer, she has worked in all periods, fabrics, and techniques. Rachel is a member of the Association of Sewing and Design Professionals (formerly Professional Association of Custom Clothiers), the USA Local 829 (costume design union), and CSA. | Email Website Phone: (802) 765-4076 |
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