Shantelie

Chantal Gabard, Berryville, VA, US
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I born in Paris and have been living in 4 countries (so far!) including France, Scotland, Ireland and currently the US.
I was 5 year old when I started embroidery on little pieces of fabrics for mothers day or Christmas. At 12 I designed and sewn my first dress (white with navy dots)all by hand. Since I rarely put my needle down. I met many dressmakers and tailor from which I learned techniques but mainly I was self-taught removing seams to know how the work was done. I worked for my family, my friends and some customers.
Today i design period costumes that I enjoy so much. I hope to sell them some day!

craft interests: crochet, embroidery, fashion, knitting, quilting, sewing

Gender: Female

Member Since: 12/01/2008

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"Du fil a retordre"

May 12, 2009
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This is my own interpretation and reproduction of an 1820 evening gown. The original dress belonged to the V&A museum in London but I never seen it. I was inspired by a picture found...