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The girls are so precious and oh so prim and proper (most of the time). Just wait till you get to the cute outtakes. Yes the Princess Royal turns into a zombie nearing the end of the shoot.

I have to say, these two young ladies really impressed me. They did 3 hours including hair, make-up, costuming and a photo shoot. Then popped aprons over their dresses, ate dinner, and headed out with their Grandma to meet me as their mama at the ball (more…)

Here are some of my favorite photos from the movie cross promotion events:

I had the opportunity to wear the ballgown for two VIP screenings of the movie “The Young Victoria” as well as on Royals day while visiting the Adventurer’s Club at Dickens Christmas Fair.

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Last day of Dickens fair we had a special surprise for the Royal children. The Green Man Inn hid 4 bears that I decorated for the children & then then had a bear hunt with their papa. (more…)

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Finished in plenty of time for the upcoming Dickens Christmas Fair season . which starts tomorrow & runs every weekend until Dec. 20th

I picked up this new-to-me shawl that I thought fabulously clashed with Miss Estella’s dress. The beautiful cravat that didn’t sell coordinated so well I had to sacrifice it for her bonnet.

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Starting with the client’s wool hat form that did not fit, we’ve altered the back neckline & started the decoration.

Another bonnet completed:

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Preparation for Dickens Christmas Fair is well under way Made it through the first workshop weekend as well as dancing practice with the Prince consort(s) tonight. I wanted a fun project & these have been fun so far. I have one more I’ll probably work on this week.
Bonnets (along with the pattern changes for a bodice I helped drape for my housemate last night):

My mother-in-law is selling her wares at the rehearsal weekends up in Pacifica. I’m thinking I’ll have her put these at her booth to see if anyone is interested. (more…)