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Two years after the fact 
Thank you Kaitlyn for coming down to my place and doing a shoot with my husband. We went through and picked our favorite shots and will be adding them to the portfolio but until there here is a teaster shot:
I still beam with happiness when I see this gown at Dickens fair.
I found these photos I never shared of the Medici belt that was part of the Striped Victorian gown ensemble.
Front:
The belt is made of a rich black cotton velvet with gold frogs. It gives a little accent to a nipped in waist and is a very elegant accent for this gown.
I’m posting up a view of this gown in progress for all of you asking about my rush commission. Kaitlyn comes over later this week to finish the medici belt. I adore this fabric and it is hard to watch it not become the bustle dress of my dreams but very rewarding to watch it come together precisely into a gown perfect for my clients character.
Life has been busy. Another corset out the door, a chemise inprogress, & a skirt with medici belt. A ready made zouave jacket (not made by me) will be getting some upgraded trimmings and alterations on fit if time allows.
Wedding stuff is sitting waiting for my attention.
I’ll be at the Dickens Christmas Fair for all but one weekend this holiday season. Check it out. $3 off coupons will be easily picked up at your local Longs drugs store.
Here is a preview of the skirt fabric and the original jacket:
Hi, I'm Laurie Tavan. I run my own custom sewing business making one-of-a-kind designs for weddings, dress-up, and fun. Stick around for a behind-the-scenes look into my workroom & travels.
Watch my projects take form. I'll be showing you what goes into my garments: inside and out and often from start to finish. Check out my portfolio to see the results.
