I traveled to Tampa yesterday in search of the perfect fabrics and trims for the wedding gown I'm making. As soon as I saw this gorgeous, milky white silk charmeuse, I knew I'd found what I was looking for. Charmeuse will be the main fabric for this gown. It has a beautiful drape, with the right amount of "lilt" to make it float when the bride walks. The fabric is lightweight., extremely soft and has just a tiny bit if sheen. Then I ordered chiffon for the train, which I'll have in a few days.Lastly, I needed the adornments. You know how it is. You search through piles and piles, but then you see it, and there's just no doubt. I found it! A beautiful trim that will embellish the bodice of the gown. It's subtle and elegant and will be hand-stitched to the fabric after the gown is put together. There's just enough sparkle to mimic the glint in the eyes of the groom...the shimmer of the ocean at sunset...the perfect time of day for a beach wedding. At last...
Donna, it's going to be fabulous! Isn't it exciting to find the perfect material and bling all on the same trip/day! I hate the thought of traveling from store to store and never finding the right things. Congrats on your finds!
ReplyDeleteDoni
Oh my! It's gasp-worthy!!!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to see pictures of the finished product!!!
and, too bad you didn't call me, we could've met and had a diet-coke. or tea. or something! Next time in Tampa, let's try to hook up - I'd love to see my hero in person!!!
jeanette from www.sweetjeanette.com
Well....well...well...I love that trim alot. Made me drool with envy that you have such a fun place to shop for that...I cannot wait to see the dress..,for a very lucky bride..
ReplyDeleteWhooo, sounds so gorgeous!!
ReplyDelete..and that trim ....WOW!!!
Can't wait to see the finished dress too!
This has the makings for one gorgeous wedding dress. Can't wait to see the finished project.
ReplyDeleteJane
WOW!!! Stunning!!!
ReplyDeleteDebby
I think finding the perfect material is almost half of the job... this dress is going to be gorgeous, I hope you will show us the final result!
ReplyDeleteThat lace is truly stunning. I can only imagine what this wedding gown is going to look like!!
ReplyDeleteDonna, that looks stunning!!! I can't wait to see this magnificent creation!!! I know you will spend hours and all the hand work, it will be so beautiful!!!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Margaret B
What fun! It will be gorgeous when it's done!
ReplyDeleteThat trim is GORGEOUS! Can't wait to see the magnificent gown you create!
ReplyDeleteDonna, What a dream the dress will turn out to be...just the right fabric and trim and YOU making it...Wow!!
ReplyDeleteBlessings and smiles,
Susan
Yes, when you find just the perfect fabric and trim all is well. I do hope you share photos of the gown when possible. Happy creating...
ReplyDeleteOoooooo! I can hardly stand how fabulous that is! We need to take a road trip together to NYC to visit Tinsel Trading Company! We could spend the whole day looking at trims and ribbons and buttons and then we can pass out on the floor together for over stimulation and not enough money! hee,hee,hee.
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to see your beautiful creation Donna.
hugs and friends,
shell
Hi Sweetie! This is going to be fantastic! I can't wait to see what you create! I'm sure it will be the most stunning wedding gown! xoxo Paulette ;)
ReplyDeleteIt sounds yummy and I love the trim. Perfect finishing touch for such luscious fabrics. Silk charmeuse is the ultimate, but enough to nearly send me to the nut house!! Enjoy and share pics.
ReplyDeleteOkay, first of all I'm impressed! You can sew clothes, and wedding gowns at that! Sounds like it's going to be beatiful!!! (I can only sew things that don't have to fit :D)
ReplyDeleteMarva