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Dressmakers & Designers
If you run your own business making/designing Irish Dance costumes and would like your details listed on this page, please
email me by clicking on the link below. There is no charge for listing.

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The Best Dressed, Ltd.
Judy Tatum

I have been a dressmaker for over 25 years, specializing in one-of-a-kind designs. I hold a degree in Fashion Design and
work from my studio in Oxford, Pennsylvania, USA, making custom dresses for clients worldwide. I also design costumes
for several doll companies throughout the U.S. I am a mom of four, and have been in business for myself since 1988. I
strive to create dresses which are unique to each individual personality. I use only the finest fabrics, and have a reputation
for maintaining a high standard of workmanship. Please visit my site for more information and email me if you have any
questions or want to get started on your custom dress! Thank you!

go to The Best Dressed, Ltd website

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idCostumes by Rachel Franzen

I am a TCRG, dressmaker and designer, originally from Australia, but currently living in Dubai, UAE. I learnt ID dressmaking
from my mum, Shirley Capon and have now been making dresses for more than 10 years.

To see pictures of dresses that I've designed and made, please visit my website or feel free to email me with any questions
that you might have.

email Rachel

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Australia
Canada
Knot For Keeps

My name is Jo-Ann MacNeil and my business, “Knot for Keeps”, is located in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada. I have been
in the dressmaking business for 5 years, starting with dresses for my own three daughters. I now make dresses for clients in
Canada, the continental USA and Hawaii, and Australia.
I design dresses myself, or work with other designers including Paula Jeffers and Alison Young. I have often worked with
drawings/sketches from clients who have their own ideas for designs. Please have a look at my web site for more
information.

go to the Knot For Keeps website

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Paddy Kelleher Designs

We are a team of designers and craftsmen located in Southwestern Ontario, Canada with experience in both professional
theatre and competitive dance. Our broad knowledge of fit and fabric, combined with a passion for celtic design is reflected
in the quality of our work.

Features include: Experienced seamstresses, quality fabrics and workmanship, written estimates, guaranteed delivery, Seven
Gates or Celtic Image designs or original designs custom created to your specifications. Please visit our website or email if
you require any more information.


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USA
McMahon Original Solo Costumes
Ann Podolanko
Sydney, Australia.
Tel: 61 2 9874 1013
Mobile: 0418 209496

My name is Ann Podolanko and I have been designing and making solo and team costumes for my students and others
since 1992. I specialise in costumes for dancers in all Grades from Beginners through to Open Championship levels.
I also offer other services such as pattern making, dressmaking and embroidery.

Ready to wear range now available, please email for more info !

email Ann
England
Irish Dance Dress Designs by Elizabeth Davis.

I specialise in "one of kind" designs for championship solo dresses and school costumes. Costumes designed by me have
been worn at State and National level in Australia and to the World Irish Dancing Championships by both Australian and
North American dancers.
Let me work with you to design the costume you always wanted.

email Elizabeth

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The Emerald Pointe

Custom solo dresses and newly designed "off-the-rack" dresses. Make your dream dress come to life!
Your dress will be produced in the finest fabrics including silk and polyester shantung with the kindest of care. Each dress is
well constructed, delicate yet durable so your treasured dress will last for years of dancing. You can choose a previously
made design from various designers' collections or get a custom "one off" design made just for you. Bring us your
preferences, ideas and concepts and we will bring them to life.
"No matter what your style or design, I sincerely hope you will consider The Emerald Pointe to create your treasured Irish
dance dress."

email Kelley

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Custom Dancewear

CustomDancewear.com was founded by Judith Denny-Lybbert in 2003.  Judith and her husband Gene, have a combined 30+
years in the Garment Industry. After graduating with degrees in Fashion Design from the Fashion Institute of Technology
(FIT) and the University of Delaware, she worked in the New York City garment industry. Since relocating with her husband
to Marietta, GA, Judith has been teaching Fashion Design  courses at American Intercontinental University in Atlanta, GA.

CustomDancewear.com brings together Couture, Design, Fit and manufacturing to make higher quality and  affordable
custom dancewear.
For any questions, please email or call anytime on 404-915-9031.

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Damhsa Dresses
Kathryn Trenholme T.C.R.G

I started dancing at the age of 9 and made my first dancing dress when I was 16.  That was in the days when all the
embroidery was hand stitched and jackets were fashionable! I started teaching Irish dancing when I was 20 and have
made, or helped their mothers to make, most of the dresses my dancers wear.  I've always loved putting different colours
and fabrics together and in the last few years have started doing my own designs. I have sold dresses all around Australia
and to the UK and US.  I always get excited at the prospect of designing a new dress!

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Jess Knight - Irish Dance Costumes

Beautiful Irish dancing costumes in a variety of styles made in South Australia to the highest standards. All costumes are
carefully designed, one of a kind creations. New readymade costumes are being finished frequently and I also have space
available for custom costumes for those who want something special.

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Miss Brown's Fancy

Miss Brown's Fancy is an Irish Dancing costume design studio located in Canberra, Australia. The label was established in
2009 by Corinna Schultz, whose love of Irish Dancing costumes developed during her many years as a dancer.
Corinna and her small team of designers currently specialise in producing ready to wear costumes in stock sizes. The team
is determined to create quality costumes that are modern, feminine and display their very own 'fancy' personality.
Miss Brown's Fancy is also pleased to offer unique dance fabrics and accessories.

Be sure to return regularly to view many more of our 'fancy dresses, fabrics and accessories' soon to be available for
purchase.

visit the Miss Brown's Fancy website
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Dancing On Eire

Dancing on Eire is a small home-based affair located in Perth, Western Australia.

Descended from a long line of tailors and seamstresses, I have been sewing since I was quite small and made my first
Christening dress when I was about 12 years old. This was followed up a few years later with a self-designed formal outfit
for the Year 12 Ball.

When my daughter started Irish Dancing lessons in 1997 it wasn't long before making these gorgeous hand crafted dresses
became a new passion!

Ten years after making my first Irish Dancing Dress, I continue to make both ready-to-wear dresses and a number of
custom dresses. Please visit my website at
www.dancingoneire.com
Blarneyhouse Designs

I specialize in custom "one of a kind" designs for solo or school dresses for dancers of all levels. I work with individuals as
well as dressmakers to create the perfect design for each dancer. I can design a more traditional dress or a very modern up
to the minute design and anything in between. I also create "lines of designs" that are custom to each dressmaker, and they
are able to use these designs more than once. They can put together their own "catalog" of designs for their clients to choose
from. My design service also includes color placement. Please visit my web site and/or e-mail for more information.

email Paula

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Pennie Drew Dresses

My name is Pennie Drew and Pennie Drew Dresses is the name of my small business located in southwestern lower
Michigan in the United States. I specialize in custom and "off the rack" Irish dance solo dresses and "Snazzy Bags" dress
bags. Please visit my website for more information.

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Celtic Art Irish Dance Dresses

Lucy is located in Alberta Canada and has many years of sewing experience. Lucy has studied art and design and feels
privileged to be able to combine both her sewing skills and artistic ability to create these unique dresses. Originally from Co
Antrim N Ireland she feels the Alberta winters are too long and cold so isn't it great that she can keep busy indoors making
dresses . Drop her an email any time she loves to chat!

go to the Celtic Art website

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Kirations Irish Dance Dresses

All dresses are custom designed and created with great attention to detail. We work with your design ideas, and preferences
to create innovative one-of-a-kind dresses, using delightful fabrics and quality workmanship. Ready made dresses are also
available from time to time. Feel free to stop by our website or email with questions any time!

We are located in the US Southern Region and make dresses for dancers located in the USA, Canada and beyond!

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Shannon's Solo Designs

I draw to-scale, one-of-a-kind solo dress designs to sell to both dressmakers and dancers. I have pre-made designs for
customers to choose from, or you can have a custom design drawn to your specifications. Please visit my website to see
examples of my work and feel free to contact me to discuss your next dress design!

email Shannon

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Eileen Plater Irish Dance Costumes

Our speciality is one of a kind, beautiful costumes, where imagination has gone into each and every aspect of your costume.
Every detail is hand-designed individually and hand-finished to the highest quality. The unique heritage of the Celts and the
images in the world around us continue to inspire us and fire our imagination.

Contact us today to enquire about a custom made costume or visit our website to view our range of beautiful 'Ready to Buy'
costumes.

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Spirit of Ireland

Spirit Of Ireland specialises in top-of-the-line custom made Irish Dance Costumes. We now offer a limited ready-to-wear
collection for novice and beginning dancers at very affordable prices

go to the Spirit of Ireland website

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Mary Skotnicki

I have always been fascinated by gorgoeus fibres and textiles, and enjoy spinning, knitting and sewing to create unique
garments. I have now become addicted to working with richly embroidered and sequinned fabrics to create individual Irish
Dance dresses.

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Heidi Bird

In 1999, while working as a bridal and alterations seamstress I was asked to make Irish dance school dresses for a local
dance school.  The experience of working with interesting fabrics and embroidery fascinated me and led to future projects
working for a rodeo costumer and as a period clothing costumer for the State of Wisconsin Historical Society.  I am the
mom of four Irish dancers and now I design and create only Irish dance dresses.

I work out of my Milwaukee home studio and use professional digitizing software and commercial embroidery equipment to
design and personalize each dress I make.

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Celtic Dragon Dress Designs

Celtic Dragon Dress Designs was started in 2007 as a way to merge the old and new styles of Championship Dresses, new
styles and colors chock full of the intricate Celtic Knotwork that was so wonderful in the older dresses.  We are a small
family owned business and have created a process of custom designing and custom making solo dresses so closely with a
dancer she feels the same excitement every time she competes as if it were the first time she wore it.  We also work closely
with dance teachers to create and design school dresses which keep the overall price as low as possible for the students
while maintaining quality.

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Sew Chic
My name is Amy Oeseburg and I am a dressmaker/designer in Mid-Michigan area.  I specialize in custom soft skirt dresses
(with and with out petals/panels).  I work with my clients to create a dress that fits their dreams and budget.

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Kathy Rowley Designs

Based in Richmond Hill, Ontario. Dresses individually designed and custom made to reflect your vision. The dream of
achieving your perfect dress can seem quite daunting but I strive to ease the process, explaining each step and the options
available.  Affordability and quality are my specialties.

I’d love to work with you to create the dress of your dreams. I’m happy to answer any questions you may have. Feel free
to contact me with any questions.

go to the Kathy Rowley Designs website

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Ireland
Ridiri Rince

My name is Mairead Hackett Hasty, TCRG. Ridiri Rince started in 2008 and is located in County Clare, Ireland.
I have been making Irish dancing costumes, both class costumes and solo costumes, for many years.
I provide an excellent service which includes on-time delivery, reasonable prices, quality workmanship and pleasant
communication.

go to the Ridiri Rince website

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Sunshine Stitches
I have been making Solo Dresses, Class Dresses and Dress Bags in Arizona for a couple years now. I greatly enjoy designing
and bring to life the designs I create or designs dancers create. I designed my own dress bags as a soloution for my little
girls needing small bags for their small dresses.

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Fauna Gille Designs
Fauna Gille Designs began with a love of Irish dance and a desire to provide families with Irish dancers a custom dress
purchasing experience encompassing impeccable design, unsurpassed quality and superior service. Each of our dresses are
masterfully sewn by an award winning couturiere and designed by Fauna Gille, t.c.r.g., an artist and teacher of Irish dance.
Each creation displays more than 3,000 Swarovski crystals individually and artistically placed on each design. Please contact
us for a free personal consultation

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Realta Rince
"Realta Rince" (re-alta-rinka) is Gaelic for Star Dancer. Dress designer Mags Gogarty has been making beautiful Irish Dance
Costumes for the West Coast market for years. We have launched a new website that includes a huge selection of one of a
kind fabrics for dressmakers. We will be updating the site with the latest trims and diamontes and other accessories. Please
visit the site and let us know what you think."

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Erin Marie Designs
Located in Joliet, Illinois. Erin Marie Designs began with providing young dancers with and affordable option.  All of my
dresses have unique let out for growth. This let out is designed to be done by any owner without sewing experience.  I
always have a selection of off the rack dresses, while also providing custom dresses as well. I have several school dress
designs to select from too. Each design is unique and original. At Erin Marie Designs we pride ourselves in current design
and one of a kind dresses.  I do not use the same specialty fabric more than once, assuring you originality. Unless you are
ordering school dresses every solo dress is true to its name "SOLO". I look forward to showing you my previous work and
to offer you the same special service all my customers receive. Most custom dresses are complete in 4-6 weeks from first
consultation. Since we at Erin Marie Designs pay close attention to detail in all our work we limit ourselves to the number of
projects we do per year. Please contact us via e-mail or phone ( 815.272.4075 ). Thank you for you interest.

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