The Bar Suit, 1947
What changes gather ratio in real production Fabric weight: heavier fabric needs lower ratio Fabric friction: grippy cotton gathers differently than satin Stitch choice: two-row gathering stitch vs elastic thread Seam allowance: bigger allowance adds bulk and stiffness The gather methods I choose and why Two-row gathering stitch: clean control, best for woven viscose and cotton Elastic thread at seam: faster, more comfort, but harder to keep consistent Ruffle foot / attachment: fast, but quality depends on operator skill A tech pack mini table I often include Which fabrics work best for a tiered A-line dress
A brides custom Vietnamese wedding attire, known as an o di, sets her apart as a unique bridal beauty at the Payson, Utah temple
Katz & Kott 2018, p
This is a beautiful spaghetti strap chiffon dress
The sculptural dress, with its cascade of black, fuchsia, and yellow panels, has an architectural sensibility that sits beautifully within Michelles style vocabulary: considered, modern, and never afraid of shape and bold hue