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Dressmaker in Dublin area

  • 28-01-2012 04:48PM
    #1
    Monsclara
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 185 ✭✭


    I am looking for a dressmaker in Dublin who can make a couple of tops similar to 2 that I have already. I have the fabric which is jersey, but I don't want to have to pay a fortune to have them made. Most dressmakers do bridal wear etc., so I don't think they would be interested in a small job of a couple of tops. Any ideas would be great, thanks.
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  • #2
    ladhrann
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 445 ✭✭ladhrann


    Have you asked any alterations tailors or the like? They should be able to make an unstructured garment like that, but expect to pay E60+ or more depending in the material.


  • #3
    Monsclara
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 185 ✭✭Monsclara


    ladhrann wrote: »
    Have you asked any alterations tailors or the like? They should be able to make an unstructured garment like that, but expect to pay E60+ or more depending in the material.

    Hi Ladhrann. Thanks for that. I've been to a couple of tailors and alterations places, but they all say, they don't have the sewing machine to work with the fabric - light jersey. It's stretchy and they say if they use their machines it will become tight and puckered?


  • #4
    ladhrann
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 445 ✭✭ladhrann


    I see, sorry I didn't see that bit about the fabric. In that case it may need to be sewn either by hand or with a machine that can do low tension.

    Here are two bespoke dressmakers in Dublin, they may be willing to do a few pieces like this for you:
    http://www.anneomahony.com/
    http://www.mkeoghbridaldesigner.com/

    Also if you're in Dún Laoghaire this maker is very well regarded:

    Thamos Wolfangel,
    24 Melifoint House,
    Mellifont Avenue,
    Dunlaoghaire.
    Tel: 01 2807066

    Give them a ring and see what they say to you.


  • #5
    Monsclara
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 185 ✭✭Monsclara


    Thanks Ladhrann. A textile friend tells me a I need to find someone with a 4 thread over locker (whatever that means!), but I'll check out your suggestions.


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