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The Ultimate FAQ About Flower Girl Dresses – Everything You Need!

In the realm of weddings, few roles hold as much charm and innocence as that of the flower girl. As a seasoned dressmaker with a passion for crafting one-of-a-kind and custom bridal dresses for children, I have had the privilege of witnessing the impact that well-chosen flower girl dresses can have on the overall ambiance of a wedding. This article is dedicated to brides embarking on the delightful journey of choosing the perfect attire for their young flower girls. By addressing some of the most commonly asked questions, I aim to empower you with insights that will make the process as joyous and rewarding as the day itself. (All dresses featured were custom made by me in the Anagrassia Atelier...

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Matching Flower Girl and Junior Bridesmaid Dresses

Wedding photos by the incredible wedding photographer, Ben Finch.   The only thing I enjoy more than making beautiful dresses is seeing them worn, and witness the joy they clearly bring to so many! I am thrilled to share some photos of flower girls and junior bridesmaids in custom made Anagrassia dresses. It was a pleasure to work with the bride, the lucky aunt to all these flower girls and page boys! In this wedding party, the smiles are extra special because they are all part of the same family. It is a celebration of generations of commitment and the best fruits of this love.        For the girls, the bride chose from three different style dresses.  The youngest girls...

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Life of a Fashion Designer and Couture Dressmaker

Finish your race with style. Mary Grace Narkaj, a former collegiate swimmer and now fashion entrepreneur shares how she translated making beautiful things into making beautiful relationships.    Listen to the radio show with Chris Godfrey here: Interview with Fashion Entrepreneur & Couture Dressmaker (Below is a transcript of the Sandwich Generation Radio Show aired on Redeemer Radio.) _______________________   Beauty Outlasts the Beast Sandwich Generation Opening- This is the Sandwich Generation with Chris Godfrey. Chris was an offensive lineman with the Super Bowl 21 champion, New York Giants. Today he is an estate planning and elder law attorney in South Bend, helping families make the most of their home field advantage.   Chris-  Hello, I’m Chris Godfrey and welcome to...

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How to Tie the Perfect Bow on a Dress

For many years, Anagrassia customers have asked how we tie our satin and silk sashes on the flower girl and First Holy Communion dresses. We finally found time to create a short video tutorial on how we make the bows.   Here are some screenshots of the YouTube video posted above here.   Step One: Make sure the sash is smooth and straight across the waist. (Fold it in half if you want a thin sash around the waist.) Step Two: If the sash is not attached the the dress, sure the ends are even in the back.    Step Three: Cross the left side over the right and roll it around the right side    Step Four: Tighten the knot by pulling on...

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