Heirloom Panel Christening Gown
This is an heirloom gown which was made from an antique Champagne colored raw silk. There are 8 silk panels and 8 lace panels which each has a different heirloom embellishment including embroidery, hand beading. ribbons, ribbon bows and lace insertion. It's all put together with heirloom stitching and French seams. The pictures do not do this gown any justice for it is one of the most beautiful gowns made. There are so many details to this gown that every time you look at it you see something different. Although this was made for a baby it adapts easily for any special occasion for a little girl!
Meet the Maker
Marceil Brumaghim
Heaven Sent Baby Quilts and more
Welcome to my store!
I have been stitching for well over 40 years! Amazing how fast time goes by, seems like yesterday that I sat at a sewing machine for first time!
I make wedding dresses, baby attire to include Christening/Baptismal Gowns, after christening party attire, First Communion Dresses, Flower girl dresses, quilts or anything you can dream up. I have studied with some world renowned designers such as Sandra Betzina, special occasion expert Susan Khalji, and designer to the stars Kenneth King.
I first learned the trade while visiting an aunt during a summer vacation. She was giving sewing lessons and I had an immediate love for the craft just by watching and when offered the opportunity to learn, I jumped at it! That was the beginning of a lifelong passion.
At first I was only interested in crafting my own clothes but that quickly evolved into sewing for others. When I got married I had made my mind up that I was going to venture into the special occasion genre by making my own gown and that became my next love. After the birth of my first daughter I began making all her (and now my granddaughters) special occasion dresses and then off to yet another level of the craft!
I have made many wedding gowns through the years for friends and the general public, when our friends were having babies I added Baptismal and Christening gowns to my repertoire. At first the gowns were plain with a little lace or other adornment. I have since branched off into using machine embroideries and hand beading along with heirloom techniques. The more intricate the patterns and adornments the better I like it! I have not yet met a request I haven't been able to fulfill.
I am also associated with the organization "Rest in His Arms", which provides burial attire to babies which have been abandoned by their families. This organization provides the burial gowns and services for each baby they come in contact with for free.
It has been a rewarding evolution from my first stitch to now!
If you like my work but do not see exactly what you are looking for please do not hesitate to contact me for a custom order. I will do my best to work within your budget and timeline. There is no job too big or too small for me to tackle!
I take great pride in the pieces I produce and although not everything in life is a guarantee, I will stand behind my work until you are completely satisfied with your product. I will use the highest quality fabrics for what your budget will allow.
Please take note that although I am a smoke free environment I am not pet free (dogs and cat). I do try to keep my work area as pet free as possible however it's not always attainable.
Thank you,
Marcy
Service area:
I will ship both within the US and Internationally.
Shipping:
I usually use USPS 2-day priority mailing with tracking and insurance. I only charge what it actually costs me. Please be aware that many items can take 12-14 weeks to construct, others 4-6 weeks and others under rare circumstances can be done in a very short timeframe.
Payment:
I usually anticipate payment arrangements of 50/50. The first half upon proposal acceptance and the balance at completion before shipping.
Customer Reviews
Carol Siebig
Jan 18, 2016Marceil was fabulous to work with. She made suggestions to save me money but not sacrifice the project. She sent me pictures of the lace that she could find that was similar to what I had described and let me pick which one I liked best. She sent me pictures and updated me on the progress of the dress the whole way through. She exceeded my expectations and I would definitely recommend her as a maker. Thank you Marceil! I don't see how I can add pictures to this review or I would send a picture of my dress - it is gorgeous!
aliriec@hotmail.com carver
Aug 1, 2016The butterfly quilt turned out to be exactly what I had hoped for. Marci did an excellent job on the whole project....from helping me plan it's inception to the finishing touches to make it personal for my granddaughter..I am truly grateful for her excellent communication with me, her easy going personality, and for the new found friendship. I am so very pleased that I have ask her to do two more projects for me. I'm getting in line to get the best!!! Thanks Marci for everything!!
Claudia Rawlinson
Jul 27, 2015I had a very great experience working with Marceil - Heaven Sent Baby Quilts. She took my idea (which was a combination of two difference dresses) that I sent to her & was able to construct my dream wedding dress. Her communication throughout the project was wonderful, because the date kept changing. She sent me samples of the fabric for the dress which I loved what she picked out. The dress when finished was to perfection. I referred her to my sister who needed a dress for her son's wedding. I would highly recommend her to my other family & friends. She is indeed a professional in the service that she provides. Great Job! I loved working with her on this special project & would love to be able to work with her again on another project. CR
tom neal
Jan 5, 2015It was very easy and fun working with Marcy. Even though my project was not in her normal area of expertise, she was willing to give it a try. First she did a great job of the look I was wanting. And if she had not been on the ball and taking a little initiative and willing to question MY information, my poor dog would be wearing,....well who knows WHAT it would have looked like. LOL Then even though it was the holiday season Marcy still managed to complete my project in a very quick time line. Bottom line ..IF Marcy would be willing to try any of my further projects, even though it isn't the type of things she may like to make, I would want to give her first shot at them. That is how much I liked working with Marcy. The item is just what I wanted. And she even sent my dog a couple of treats along with the rain coat. Thanks Marcy and take care.
Ellen Morrissey
Mar 5, 2015It all was so easy -- and fun to have an opportunity to work with a real artist. Our quilt is beautiful and fabulously crafted. Marciel could not have been better -- easy to work with, communicative -- and the end product fabulous. Thanks so much!