A list of qualified dressmakers in Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah and Virginia, their areas of expertise, and contact information.

Business Name Contact Name Location Specialties Professional Credentials Contact Info
Miss Mary Mary Ann Clavin Westerly, RI Costume, Everyday Association of Sewing and Design Professionals (formerly Professional Association of Custom Clothiers), New England Chapter
Rhode Island Sewing Network		 Email
Seams Fitting Nancy Pace Easley, SC Formal, Costume, Everyday, Home decor Dressmaker and alterations specialist. Sewing for herself and her family since the age of 16, and has been in the business of sewing for others for 12 years. Email
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Judith Eileen Creations Judith Webb Knoxville, TN Formal, Costumes, Tailored Items and more... Dressmaker and alterations specialist. Sewing for almost 40 years, in business for 18 years, Judith is a member of the Association of Sewing and Design Professionals (formerly Professional Association of Custom Clothiers). She also embroiders hats, purses, clothing, and home decor items. She works collaboratively with clients -- if you can describe it, she can create it! Email
Phone: (865) 689-4088
Purrfit Fashions Alania Sheeley Pegram (just west of Nashville), TN Formal, Everyday and more... Dressmaker and alterations specialist. In business for 5 years, Alania specializes in women's tailoring (suits, jackets, etc.), alterations, children's clothing, personalization with embroidery, and garment redesigns. Certified in Alterations for Professionals and Specialty Alterations: Bridal and Formalwear, as well as Sewing and Dressmaking. Member, Association of Sewing and Design Professionals (formerly Professional Association of Custom Clothiers), American Sewing Guild. Email
Phone: (615) 662-7900
Couture by Terri Tipps Terri Tipps Frisco, TX Formal, Costume, Everyday and more Dressmaker and alterations specialist. Terri accepts custom sewing and all types of alteration work... leathers, furs, beads, sequins - you name it. She is truly talented!
Member, Association of Sewing and Design Professionals, 8 years(formerly known as the Professional Association of Custom Clothiers) 		Email
Phone: (214) 705-9992 (Studio)
Jane Valadez Jane Valadez San Antonio, TX Formal, Costume, Everyday, Home Dec, Accessories, and more Still a student, Jane has been making youthful women's clothing for six years. She will make any genre, as well as totes, bandanas, quilts, and some drapery. Her creativity and enthusiasm is contagious. Email, or visit her MySpace for more info. Email
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Karmen Flatch Karmen Flatch Arlington, TX Everyday Association of Sewing and Design Professionals (formerly Professional Association of Custom Clothiers), Costume Society of America Email
Phone: (817) 572-1367
Elegant Threads Tresa Jeppsen South Jordan, UT Formal Specializing in creating bridal and special occassion gowns for adults and children, Elegant Threads also provides fabric, laces and trims. Member, Association of Sewing and Design Professionals (formerly Professional Association of Custom Clothiers) Email
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Threadancer Christine Robinson Reston, VA (DC area) Fifth generation dressmaker!
 Degree in fashion design. Specializing in bridal since 2004. Expert fitting for all figures. Translates customer's fantasy into a custom gown and veil, enhancing her beauty. Member: Association of Sewing and Design Professionals (Formerly PACC), Fashion Group International (FGI), and American Sewing Guild (ASG). She is located in the Washington DC metro area. Email
Phone: (703) 620-1754
Linda Stewart Couture Designs Linda Stewart Bristol, VA Dressmaker (Formal/Special Occasion wear), and Sewing Educator.
Visit her website and click "Classes and book" for information.		 Dressmaker and alterations specialist. Linda is an award winning wedding gown designer. She was chosen as both 2006 & 2007 Bernina Fashion Show Designer. Linda is a Member of the Association of Sewing and Design Professionals Appalachian Chapter, the American Sewing Guild, and Fashion Group International. She currently serves on the Executive Board of Sewing and Design Professionals as the director of their certification program. She teaches classes to train professional Alterations Specialists and has published her first book on CD. Visit her website for information on scheduled classes, her book or to contact her for custom wedding gown design. Email
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Phone: (276) 669-3299
Foxglove Custom Bridal Gowns Rachel Kurland South Strafford, VT Formal, Costume, Every day clothing Specializing in one-of-a-kind custom wedding gowns, Rachel workss with the client to design a gown to suit a bride's personality, body, and style. The same care goes into any project-- traditional gown, bikini, or business suit. With over 30 years experience as a costume designer in regional theatre, she is comfortable with vintage styles and techniques. Rachel is a member of the Association of Sewing and Design Professionals (formerly Professional Association of Custom Clothiers), the USA Local 829 (costume design union), and holds an MFA in costume design from Brandeis University. Email
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Phone: (802) 765-4076



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