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Category Archives: Christening and Naming Gowns

Traditional Christening Gown and Waistcoat for family S

traditional christening gown on babe in arms

I was privileged to be asked to make two christening ensembles for Family S. We used fabrics left over from Mummy’s wedding dress to create a traditional christening gown for their baby girl and an 18th century style waistcoat, cravat and trousers for their little boy. Traditional Christening Gown with long skirt The family decided...

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Mini-me Christening dress and Romper for family C

two girls sitting on steps, bespoke children's clothes mini-me wedding dress corded lace

Tessa commissioned me to create two outfits for her daughters to wear for their baptism day, suitable to their ages, and using the fabric and styling details from her own wedding dress. This is a traditional use for a wedding dress after the big day and a really lovely way to make christening gowns very...

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Traditional Beaded Lace Christening Dress for Baby E

traditional christening gown with pleated chiffon sash on seated baby

Christening gown for baby E in beautiful pale gold beaded lace. A simple bodice with folded chiffon sash and real buttons and loops to close. Little puffed sleeves in matching lace complete the picture. This was made in the traditional ‘long clothes’ shape with the skirt flowing far beyond the baby’s feet.

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