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The Lila Rose “Bustle” Challenge
Lila Rose’s mockup was almost ready, with the main exception being the “bustle”. As you may remember, we changed the sketch several times before deciding…
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Pattern drafting for Lila Rose’s mockup dress
Now that I have my moulage and my custom dressform created using Lila Rose’s unique set of over 30 measurements, it is now time to…
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Creating a Body Double
Have I mentioned that I love pattern drafting? The first thing that a patternmaker needs to do after taking a full set of measurements is…
And the winning design is…
Finally, THIS is the pencil sketch that will become Lila Rose’s custom wedding dress! This design features a removable train, a pencil mini-skirt, a “bustle”,…
Two new Design Options for Lila Rose!
I like my brides to be overwhelmed with delight when they see the sketches for their dress. While Lila Rose loved the designs enough to…
Lila Rose’s (first (and second)) Design Proposal
After my Design Consultation with Lila Rose, I spent many hours thoughtfully considering all of our ideas as I delved into designing! I needed to…
The Design Consultation
A few months ago, Lila Rose flew in from Boston for her Design Consultation. I picked her up from the airport early in the morning…
The Questionnaire, Pinterest, and Design Consult Prepwork
When a bride first contacts me, I send her a questionnaire. I’m going to help her design a dress that is indicative of who she…
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Introducing Lila Rose!
I’ve finally found a moment to start blogging about my incredible new bride Lila Rose! Where to start?!? Brides who commission Brooks Ann Camper dresses…