Business Name	Contact Name	Location	Specialties	Professional Credentials	Contact Info
Purrfit Fashions	Alania Sheeley	Pegram (just west of Nashville), TN	Formal, Everyday and more...	Dressmaker, alterations, fit specialist and instructor. Alania specializes in tailoring for women and men (suits, jackets, etc.), but enjoys working on all garments, from the simple to the elaborate. Also offers personalization of your garment with embroidery, and garment redesigns. She teaches one-on-one class instruction to those that want to learn to sew, or improve their current skill level. Certified in Alterations for Professionals and Specialty Alterations: Bridal and Formalwear, Chanel and that Suit, European Tailoring Techniques, and Tailoring Details. Trained JSM Pants fitting specialist. Diploma in Color Analysis. Member, Association of Sewing and Design Professionals (formerly Professional Association of Custom Clothiers), American Sewing Guild. Business was established in 2003.	Email Phone: (615) 479-8541 Website
Foxglove Custom Bridal Gowns	Rachel Kurland	South Strafford, VT	Formal, Costume, Every day clothing	Specializing in one-of-a-kind custom wedding gowns, Rachel workss with the client to design a gown to suit a bride's personality, body, and style. The same care goes into any project-- traditional gown, bikini, or business suit. With over 30 years experience as a costume designer in regional theatre, she is comfortable with vintage styles 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 holds an MFA in costume design from Brandeis University.	Email Website Phone: (802) 765-4076
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)

Need more options? When appropriate, projects can be done long distance (by mail), with the dressmaker's guidance regarding measurements and fabrics. Some dressmakers will work with you long distance, using email, phone, snail mail, photographs, Skype, Facetime, or similar services. They are listed here.