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SALE!

These are usually sample garments which I made for myself. Some of them have been worn only to have their photographs taken, others have been out and about a few times. Their condition is made clear in the description.

To see my new handmade items for sale, please have a look at my Etsy store. Thank you!

Pinstriped denim hooded coat
one off!

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This pirate-style coat is 100% cotton, finely pinstriped denim. Fully lined.

The coat is mid-length, and sits just below the knee. Designed to be worn by either men or women, the design is very full, and has great movement!

It has a pointy hood, and fastens with three large metal hooks and eyes.

Best fit chest 34-36”

This is a one off item, and is not available to order.
See more pictures over at Flickr.

£75

Hand made silk dupion skirt and matching bolero
one off!

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This suit is made from 100% silk dupion and fully lined.

The skirt is knee length, with a narrow waistband. The length of the skirt is 20”. The matching bolero jacket has ¾ sleeves and a high neck.

Best fit: Bust 34-36”
Waist 31-32”
Hips 40-41”

This is a one off item, and is not available to order.
See more pictures over at Flickr.

£60

Floral viscose elasticated skirt

This skirt is made from a lightweight floral viscose, with an elasticated waist.

The waistband is made from a wide decorative elastic. The waist measurement given is the amount that the elastic will stretch. The hip measurement is also dictated by the stretch of the elastic. The skirt is quite full over the hips, but you need to be able to get it on and off!

The waistband stretches from 31 to 44 "
Length is 26", including the waistband

£15

Psychedelic gathered skirt

Pretty elasticated skirt! made to illustrate a tutorial.

The waistband stretches from 32 to 40"
Length is 29", including the waistband

£25

Irridescent star dress

1950s-style dress, with a fitted bodice and full circular skirt.
The lining of the skirt is circular, and knee length. The overlayer has a broomstick hem, which is knee length at its shortest, and ankle length at its longest points. The top layer is a translucent mesh fabric, with an irridescent star print.

Best fit:
Bust 34”
Waist 30”
Hips free size
Length from shoulder 40-50"

Please note that this dress has been worn twice - once for a photo shoot, and once to an event. It has been been cleaned and steamed, and the price reflects its almost-new condition.

£30

Pink taffeta ball gown

 

Victorian-inspired ball gown, with organza drape and matching detatchable organza bustle. This dress is made from an embroidered taffeta, and fully lined.

Best fit:
Bust 34”
Waist 32”
Hips 42"
Length from shoulder 54"

Please note that this dress has been worn once, to an event. It has been been cleaned and steamed, and the price reflects its almost-new condition.

£50

 

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