Pretty, Practical Smooth Gown
What does it take to have a competition Smooth gown that is both pretty and practical? Pretty: Lots of rhinestones in an ornate pattern. Practical: Snaps in the crotch to...
2018 Roadtrip Recap, Fire Support, Happy New Year!
Happy New Year, everyone! Before we move too far into 2019, I want to say thank you for all your support and emails this past year. I loved reading every word....
Ways to Change An Open Back For More Flattering Shape
Today’s post is part two in talking about ways to update an eighteen year-old ballroom dance dress that is still in good shape and wearable — with some...
How to Choose Ballroom Shoes, Country Dance, Figure Skating Boot
Normally, I share design and sewing tips for Ballroom, Country and Ice Skating dresses. Today, I want to discuss a new topic: ballroom shoes and country and figure...
How To Finish A Sewing School Member’s Ballgown
Today is part two in my interview with Teri, one of the Sew Like A Pro™ members. Tune in while we discuss possibilities for sewing and rhinestoning her first-ever...
Stretch lace for Latin, Country or Ice Dance dress
Today’s video was filmed in the elegant Overland Park Ballroom in Overland Park, Kansas at a studio created by my long-time friend, Amy Castro. (Fun fact: back...
Personal blog: My Five Month Cross-Country Journey
My five-month cross country roadtrip and has been a journey in every sense of the word: physically, emotionally, and spiritually. There is so much to say and hundreds...
Focal Points: Rhinestoned Necklace & Open Back
Today’s dress showcases an ornate rhinestoned necklace and a low cut back. While the featured dress is a Dancesport ballgown, these two strong design elements can...