Dressmakers Notebook

By Andi Bowen

On Craft, Couture and Creative Process

The skills behind the Met Gala

The skills behind the Met Gala

The skills behind the Met GalaAndromeda 'Andi' Bowen
Published on: 09/05/2026

Let's talk about what skills you need to create a Met Gala worthy design.

Met Gala 2026advanced dressmakingFashion Design
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Erin's custom bridal corset

Erin's custom bridal corset

Erin's custom bridal corsetAndromeda 'Andi' Bowen
Published on: 04/05/2026

I am so happy to finally share the process of making my friends bridal corset!

advanced corsetry
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Welcoming The Atelier

Welcoming The Atelier

Welcoming The AtelierAndromeda 'Andi' Bowen
Published on: 02/05/2026

It's time to finally launch my all inclusive online sewing school: The Atelier.

pattern making for beginnersbespoke pattern draftingonline sewing school
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The Subtle Art of Pattern Making

The Subtle Art of Pattern Making

The Subtle Art of Pattern MakingAndromeda 'Andi' Bowen
Published on: 24/11/2025

Making sewing patterns is more than lines on paper. They are the blueprint for every piece of clothing you've ever seen. But, how are they really made?

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