I've always considered crafting custom First Holy Communion dresses among my favorite work projects. This sacrament holds immense significance for each girl, who eagerly anticipates finding or creating her own special dress for the sacred occasion. This year, I had the pleasure of creating more Communion dresses, including collaborating with local girls to bring their visions to life. One particularly memorable project involved a girl and her mother who visited Anagrassia Sip'n Sews to transform the mother's wedding gown into a First Communion dress. Together, we embarked on a journey of design, pattern-making, beadwork, fabric cutting, sewing, and fittings. It was a joyous experience collaborating with them, and I was very impressed by the mother's sewing skills and...
This unique communion dress was made from the mother's ball gown wedding dress. It features a beaded bodice, cap sleeves, and a beautiful silk organza skirt with a silk lining and sash with a big bow – all combining to create a stunning and sustainable fashion statement perfect for the sacrament and special occasion.
New Irish christening gown for boys and girls. The linen baptismal outfit is hand embroidered with green, gold, and navy shamrock designs.
Watch YouTube video of Mary Grace showcasing the heirloom dress.
Photos and video of the THOMMY DRESS, a convertible flower girl dress for weddings, Bat Mitzvah, and First Communion. It is a custom and handmade linen and lace sheath dress with a removable detachable tulle skirt.
"A thing of beauty is a joy forever: Its loveliness increases..." Keats would have been very happy at my sister's wedding. At a time when nothing seemed certain and everything around us suddenly became disposable, my sister was determined to celebrate the most meaningful moment of her life. She had planned to get married and decided her life was not going to be postponed any longer. So, she eliminated the things that she could do without––big guest list, dinner reception, bachelorette party––but decided there was one thing that was non-negotiable. Her Covid wedding was going to be beautiful. No other element of marriage reflects the truth and goodness of spousal love so clearly as the devotion to making and...
