All materials used, where possible, are sourced from within the UK. With the exception of the mannequin body, all materials used are natural products.
Fabric~ As you may have gathered I love Laura Ashley! The quality and range is just so good. I can and do use other designers, so if you have a specific fabric in mind, please do contact me for suitability and a quote. Fabric placing my vary slightly from the photos. If you require fabric samples, please do ask...if I have them in stock I am more than happy to supply them.
Mannequins ~ The mannequin body is made from a tough moulded polystyrene.
They measure app:
size 8/10 33.5" bust, 22" waist & 33" hips ~ shoulder height 54" to 57".
size 10/12 36" bust, 24" waist & 36" hips ~ shoulder height 54" to 57".
size 12/14 39" bust, 28" waist & 40" hips ~ shoulder height 58" to 61".
They are height adjustable and longer poles are available if you need a taller mannequin. Mannequin styles may vary slightly from the photos.
Bases & Tops ~ The top & base are made from a solid pine and comes a number of colours/finishes. Due to the nature of the material, if you choose a natural pine top & base there may be some knots in the wood.
As well as natural waxed pine, bases and tops are also available in Ebony, Ivory, Ivory Distressed and an untreated pine that allows you to paint/treat yourself to match your home.
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Waxed Pine |
Untreated Pine |
Distressed Ivory |
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Other materials ~ I only use the best quality threads so you can be sure that your mannequin will look stunning in years to come.
Method ~ All my mannequins are made by me. Each mannequin takes considerable time to "tailor", with many fittings before she is ready for fastening up at the back with my own unique design, the corset lacing!
Corset Laced or Hand Stitched ~ The backs of the mannequins can be finished with my corset & laced method or simply hand stitched. Some fabrics are not suitable for hand stitching so the option is not given on these mannequins.
All her seams are top stitched giving her a neat, tidy and strong finish.
The original,vintage inspired, Corset Laced Mannequin
From September 2008, all tailored Corset Laced Mannequins will have my label on them. The label is both discreet and tasteful and will be stitched onto the rear of the mannequin (please excuse the pun!)
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