apronlady

Hi Y'all! My NY transplanted friend is now in Hendersonville, NC and asked me today if I know anyone who could transform her 38-year-old well-preserved wedding gown into two baptism gowns. OMG was my reply! I sew a lot, but I would NEVER consider my skill set up to speed to take on such a project nor do I know anyone personally that does that for a living.

Does anyone do this or can you make any referrals? She's very much prepared to pay for such a service. She has a first grandchild on the way in November and will need it by then. I'll send you her contact information, and I'll be quiet after that...being just a messenger! Thank you!

montanajan

Very special way to create an heirloom from a wedding gown.
I have sewn wedding gowns, prom dresses, costumes, fancy dresses for my daughter (years ago - she is grown & a Mommy herself now). However, I no longer sew for anyone except family.
I do wish her/you luck in finding just the right person for this transformation. I don't believe it is difficult - there are beautiful christening gown patterns - just time-consuming.
Hope it works out & please post pics once it has been accomplished. Thanks.

quilt1950

Can't help you, but I did this with my wedding dress. Not really all that difficult, once I made the first cut. My dress was very simple, without a train, so I could not have gotten two dresses from it.

HollyInfinite

If you only lived in NY still..

2 Doods

She should be able to find someone local to her. My mom made one from my cousin's first communion dress and mom doesn't sew much anymore. I have made coustumes, wedding dress, prom dresses, etc. She should check with local theater groups and find out who does their costumes. And get a good look at the craftsmanship of the seamstress.
I hope you will be able to post pictures!