Last week I was invited to attend a special behind the scenes event inside the SF Opera’s Costume Shop. Who wouldn’t want to see the inner workings of a costume paradise? It was definitely an invitation I could not refuse. So, so exciting!!
Read moreSewing 18th Century Italian Gowns with my 13 Year old Student Dalia
When My corset obsessed 13 year old student, Dalia, wanted to move onto a new bigger project, she chose the Italian Gown featured in the American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Dressmaking. What a pretty gown it is! In order to give proper instruction and guidance in the process, I decided to make one myself.
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