FAQs

Do You Do Custom Dresses?

I’m open to making custom dresses.  If you have a picture, send it to me, or just describe what you have in mind.

 

What Is The Quality of Your Dresses?

I use good quality materials.  I sew everything as if I was making it for myself.  All seams are finished neatly.  All embellishments are sewn on firmly.  All ribbon ends have fray-check applied so they don’t unravel in the wash.  This does add extra time to making your dress, but you will have a garment you can wear over and over again.

 

Can I Wash My Dress?

Mostly Yes!  I try to use washable materials.  Even the satin dresses are made from 100% polyester and wash very nicely.  Sparkle tulle can’t be washed.

I always choose embellishments that can also be washed.  If you have to iron, always start with a low setting.   Crinoline and organza are made from nylon and melt easily.

How Long Does It Take to Make My Dress?

Actual sewing time is 2-3 days.  However, it may take longer if there are other orders ahead of you or I if have to order material.  I do try to keep the popular colors on hand.  You can email me for a time estimate before ordering. 

 

Colors:

All garments are available in a variety of colors; please check the Color Charts for pictures.

A word about patterns:  the only pattern that has been around forever is gingham, everything else seems to come and go.  If you want a dress with flowers, butterflies, princesses etc. on it, let me know and I will find a currently available pattern for you.  Or you can take a chance and just pick a color and I will pick a pattern, always a nice one for babies.

 

Sizes:

See the Size Charts.  You can also send me your measurements and I will figure it out.  I’m happy to custom size your dress for you.

Remember, you can always wear a dress that is too big, but you can’t wear one that is too small.

You don’t want to rip your pretty clothing, do you?

Shipping:

I ship worldwide.

Shipping is free for Canada and USA.  Others will have an extra CAD$20 charge.

Shipping is by Canada Post air mail.

All parcels have contents marked as “costume” and are wrapped in plain brown box.

All customs duties and taxes are your responsibility.

I am happy to combine shipping, please ask for estimate.

 

Payments

Major credit cards and PayPal are accepted.  Payments are processed through Shopify, so I never see any of your financial information.

Returns:

Since all items are custom made, I will not accept returns.  If you are not happy with your item, please let me know, there is nearly always some way to make things right.