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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 a small charge ($10) for listing, please click here to go to the Fees&Charges page for further nformation.

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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!

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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.

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Australia
Canada
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
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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 !

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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.


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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."


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Colleens' of Canberra

Colleens' of Canberra is proud to offer designs completely free of copyright. Thanks to the wonderful generosity of many of the worlds best dress designers, Colleen can offer full dress designs or part designs such as hemlines, capes, bodices and headpieces for the home sewer to use completely free of charge.

Also featured on the site are fabric suppliers, tips on drawing your own designs and even a page where you can submit your own design to be featured on the site.

For Australian dancers, you will also find information on dancing competitions in Canberra and NSW.


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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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Glitterbugs
Tess Gleave
Queensland
Australia

My name is Tess and I live in Babinda, just south of Cairns in North Queensland, Australia. I run a small home based business creating off the rack Irish Dance Costumes. I am also a distributor for the FeisDress Design cd catalogue.  You're most welcome to visit my website for information and to view my gallery.


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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
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Rowan Irish Dance

Specialising in custom solo costumes for championship dancers. I have made costumes for dancers in Australia and North America. I look forward to working with you towards the dress you have always wanted.  Readymade costumes are also sometimes available. Please visit my website or email me for further information.

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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.

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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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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!

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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

My name is Marie Helena Carroll and I would like to introduce you to my company, Spirit of Ireland and myself.
Spirit of Ireland is based in Dundalk, Ontario, specializing in the design and manufacture of custom-made solo Irish Dance Costumes.

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