Gorgeous Fabrics' Blog

Thoughts on Kenneth King's Raglan Sleeve Coat/Class

by Ann Steeves May 19, 2022

An epic coat thanks to an excellent teacher.

Posted in Classes, Construction, Couture, Fabric, Inspiration, Sewing Friends

by Ann Steeves October 10, 2021

A pictorial walk-through of the making of my Chanel-style jacket.

Posted in Couture

by Ann Steeves December 17, 2020

For best results, sew your seams from...

Posted in Construction, Couture, Tips

by Ann Steeves September 01, 2020

The Pressinatrix shows you how to avoid the "pressed-to-death" look, and how to achieve a perfectly pressed seam in impressionable woolens.

Posted in Bespoke, Construction, Couture, Pressinatrix, Techniques

by Ann Steeves February 24, 2020

If you're in the New England AreaPlease join us this Sunday, March 1, 2020From 1 PM to 6 PMFor a very special private sale! Alice Goldberg, ow...

Posted in Couture, Events, Fabric

by Ann Steeves January 23, 2020

Don't let your wedding gown languish in the back of your closet. Upcycle/recycle/refactor it into something you'll use!

Posted in Bespoke, Costruction, Couture

by Ann Steeves November 13, 2019

Puckery sleeves? No more! Take control of your ease to achieve a couture result.

Posted in Bespoke, Couture, Techniques

by Ann Steeves October 26, 2019

I made a bespoke frock coat - and I loved every minute!

Posted in Bespoke, Couture