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March 11, 2013

Update!

Brooks Ann Camper Bridal Couture — Brooks Ann’s Bridal Portrait by Shane Snider Photography

Sorry I’ve been away from the blog this past month! I’ve been so busy crafting a perfect ensemble for Margaret’s mother-of-the-Bride dress that I haven’t had time to check in and tell you all about it!

TODAY was the successful delivery of Margaret’s completed dress and jacket! It looks gorgeous. I can’t wait to share my process and photos with you!

I take that back, I can wait.

This week is my own wedding anniversary! 5 years ago, I married my best friend Charles. TOMORROW we are heading to a little cabin in Jamaica for our first real vacation since our honeymoon. I’m so excited!

So I’ll be back to blogging soon… after some rest… relaxation… sunsets… waterfalls…

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Brendan Love says:

March 11, 2013 at 8:46 pm

Congratulations!!!

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Ruth East says:

March 12, 2013 at 8:54 am

WOW 5 years already. Have a SUPER time.

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Yvonne Gunnarsson says:

March 13, 2013 at 11:32 am

you are inspirational, a good seamstress and I love your pintrest
happy trip to Jamaica!!

(you can read about me on my web-sight)

Yvonne

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I’m a former professional costumer and couture dressmaker for one-of-a-kind bridalwear located in Hillsborough, North Carolina, who teaches custom garment sewing too the sew-curious online.

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