My services
Show/event costume design
Show/event costume design
Show/event costume design
Costume designer/builder - Contract me to help costume your next show or event! View photos from past projects and review my costume design resume.
Unique/custom creations
Show/event costume design
Show/event costume design
One-of-of-a-kind creations - Contract me to design/build a unique custom costume for your themed event or show or create/alter a dress for your special occasion.
"Design-to-rent"
Show/event costume design
"Design-to-rent"
Unique program - If approved, I will design/build you a custom costume, let you rent it for your show/event, then keep it in my inventory for future rentals.
Design approach
Inspiration
I am always looking for new sources of inspiration. in addition to customer requirements, I am often inspired to start new creative projects by things I see in movies, YouTube videos, nature walks, or interactions with people.
Recycle, repurpose, and reuse
I believe in being a good steward and managing costs. I pick up interesting materials and supplies from garage sales and thrift stores so I can have them on hand for future projects...and I am always open to donated materials!
Creative challenge
I am constantly working to build by costume designer skills by learning new sewing/construction techniques and being willing to experiment. I enjoy taking on unique and creative design challenges.
Quality construction
Although I am not a professional tailor, I am a perfectionist and am committed to creating costumes I can be proud of. I value quality over quantity, so I prefer to focus on specialty / custom costumes rather than mass production.
Terms and conditions
Getting started
Contact me to explain your custom costume needs and interests. I will assess my capacity and existing resources, then provide an estimate of the costs and timing.
Custom design quote
A standard custom design quote will include some or all of the following:
- Services - $40/hour for design, construction, fittings, alterations, etc.
- Supplies - materials, notions, craft supplies, special tools specific to the project.
- Other - shipping & handling, travel costs as applicable.
Typical payment terms:
- Initial payment (custom build) - 50% of contract - due up-front to cover the costs of initial supplies, labor, and administration. Non-refundable.
- Changes - for changes from the original requirements, I will provide a new quote for additional charges to cover the additional labor and supplies.
- Final payment - remaining balance of rental contract plus shipping and handling if applicable - due when the costume is picked up or shipped.
- Return shipment - if applicable
Constraints
- Because I work full time during the day, I have to be selective in my costume designer commitments.
- I reserve the right to deny services or donate services at my discretion.