A list of qualified dressmakers in Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah and Virginia, their areas of expertise, and contact information.
| 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 specialist and instructor. In business for 5 years, Alania specializes in women's tailoring (suits, jackets, etc.), alterations, children's clothing, personalization with embroidery, and garment redesigns. She also offers 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, 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 Website |
| 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) |
| 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 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 |
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