


The bride for this dress is getting married for a second time. She didn't want the traditional style wedding dress. She loves feathers and the Mardi Gras colors so the peacock theme was what we went with. The original picture that we went with to mimic is nothing like what we finally wound up designing! The dress is two pieces. The top corset and the bottom skirt. The skirt is full enough to hold a 6 foot hoop skirt (hers is only 2 feet in diameter!). We altered the back of dress to show a modesty panel. The original pattern has no straps either. Those were added for support for her. The feathers are embroidered and the jewels are all hand placed on. The trim on the bottom of the corset is the same that goes down the front of the panel on the skirt. I know she loved it when she broke down crying and saying how much she loved it =)
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Custom sewing at its best! I do everything from basic mending to creating your dream wedding dress and everything in between. From cushions, to prom to curtains to Dance costumes, I can do it all.
I started sewing when I was in high school as a way to express my creative side. Both my mom and grandma were seamstresses and I found that I was pretty good at it too. While I never gave it up, life got to be hectic. We lost my younger brother when I was a senior in High School and then with college, getting married and having children it just got set off to the side.
Our first born was named Anthony Peter on January 8th, 2010. My aunt, who is determined to give every child born in my family a nickname, dubbed him Tony Bud (short for Anthony and Peter - my brother who we named him after and who had the nickname Bud - yes by the same aunt). Two months later my husband lost his job. In a way, I guess the saying "Necessity is the Mother of Invention" greatly applied to what would follow in our lives.
As it happened, my next door neighbor at the time needed new outdoor cushions made for her patio. I, in passing, said I knew how to make them. She was elated and went out that day, bought all the materials and wrote me a check for my service. It was at that point that I realized I could turn what was once a hobby into a business.
Later that same year, I started doing craft shows. We didn't have a name picked out yet for the business and when we were asked, my husband and I looked at each other and said "Tony Bud's". Thus Tony Bud's Sewing was born.
It has been 5 years now since I started sewing again on a full time basis. We now have three growing boys and run a "in town" farm with my parents. Our lives are full and very blessed.
I take great pride in what I make. For that reason alone, all of my projects always come with my personal satisfaction guarantee. You will always receive pictures of your item before final payment is due. Based on the measurements you send me, the item is guaranteed to fit. If alterations are necessary, I will cover the cost of said alterations.
I have helped to create stunning dresses for women, great coats for men, as well as something as simple as a blanket for a new mommy to be. I try not to limit myself in what I can do and I am always happy to work with anyone that needs custom work done. I strive to make your dream and vision a reality. I look forward to the years ahead and the many new people that my family and I will meet along the way.
Rita Cuff
For Pet Bedding, Accessories, Dog Bed Covers, Removable Shells, Zippered Pet Bed Covers, Extra CoverAwesome work. Took a little longer than I expected but I would definitely use Becky again.
elizabeth Carey
For Drop drawstring waist dress ProjectThis whole experience was a complete pleasure!!! Becky went over and beyond to make sure I had exactly what I wanted. She spent a lot of time helping me find a pattern and material. Her communication was excellent and pleasant. I will definitely recommend that you use her because I certainly will again.
ASAyesha Shakir
For Ayesha's Wedding Dress
KBKaren Bloomer
For Hydrangea Brooch BouquetBecky did a great job. She sent regular updates and LOTS of pictures for approval. All items came exactly as ordered. She paid attention to detail. Everything is beautiful!
EEmma
For Crepe dressI would not hesitate to ask Becky to design a dress for me in the future if I planned to have one made again. She was extremely professional, the communication was great and she comes across and very friendly and easy to talk to, always asking questions to make sure she was making the dress exactly the way I wanted and replies were always quick. I gave Becky a photo of a dress I found which I adored, but had completely sold out, she basically made an exact copy (and I don't believe it's a particularly easy design). Very happy with the end result, and would highly recommend Becky to anyone looking to have an item of clothing made for them :) Fantastic!

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