Sew Suepreme

10/10/2022

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06/08/2018

Hello everyone. It's been a while since I posted as I've been busy sewing different projects so thought I would let you see what I've been up to.

01/01/2018

I would like to wish all of my customers and everyone who follows Sew Suepreme ahappy , healthy and prosperous 2018. Special thanks to Tracey Garton and Chris Green for your many recommendations to people quite a few of which have resulted in me getting orders for work. 2017 was an interesting year for me with new challenges, including doing my first craft fair, and having my niece's wedding dress featured in Sew Magazine in August.
I've already had enquiries and orders booked in for 2018 and this year will again be entering Dressmaker of the Year so keep you fingers crossed folks.
Thank you all once again for your support. Susan

03/10/2017

Looking forward to taking part in the christmas market at the Crab and Cow in Leire on Thursday 7th December (see below for more details). I will have lots of lovely gifts to buy such as christmas stockings, bottle bags, hanging padded stars and christmas trees and sweet cones. There will also be homemade jams and wooden gifts courtesy of Claire Bingham who will be running the stall with me so please come and visit us.
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16/07/2017

The cost of made to measure wedding dresses.
A bride often wants a style of dress which doesnt 'fit' with the current fashion trend in the shops or simply wants something unique. Large manufacturers are often not willing to do a 'one off' sale and the cost of using a couture designer can run into the thousands.
As an independent seamstress I can make up a pattern to the style wanted for considerably less than couture costs. However please dont confuse 'handmade' with 'cheap".
So how does it work?
The first appointment is to discuss the brides vision, look through pictures and patterns and maybe sketch a design.
Once the design is agreed, I work out a rough estimate of costs. My charges usually include labour, zips/fastenings, boning, interfacing, lining, trims and a professional finish (all seams on the final dress will be fully finished by either overlocking or french seams so no raw edges will be seen or run the risk of fraying).I will advise how much fabric is needed (using current dress size) and give a rough estimate of cost based on the fabric suppliers I use.
If we go ahead, a 50% deposit of my costs is paid to secure the order and buy the trimmings etc. If the bride wants me to buy the fabric as well, 100% payment is also required at this stage.
At the next appointment (about 4 months before the wedding) I take full measurements, check all materials etc are right and confirm design details.
I then make up what is known as a 'toile' which is a the pattern cut out in calico material and is used for all adjustments so when made in the final fabric it is the exact fit and has no pin marks etc.
The number of fitting appointments will depend on the dress design but are usually 3-4 in total.
So ladies, I hope this has explained why 'handmade' is worth thinking about and although not necessarily cheaper is always more personal.

12/07/2017

Another memory bear completed and ready to treasure. From a mums' old christening dress and some white fur into a sweet bear to pass onto her daughter.

29/06/2017

Well everyone , I have finally found fame😀. I have been featured in the 100th edition (August issue) of Sew magazine as part of their article on DIY Wedding Gowns (page 36, item 4 - A family affair). Only a small paragraph and a photo but its a start. Feeling very proud today.

22/06/2017

16/04/2017

Vintage style baby dress (6-12mths) made in printed cotton with picot edged peter pan collar.

22/03/2017

I seem to be in a french mood at the moment as I start preparing for a craft show. Here are some of my gifts made in a lovely blue french toile material. Message me if you would like more information. Susan