Rhonda Hale

Couture Fitting Tailor & Clinical Hypnotherapist

Rhonda Hale is a Couture Fitting Tailor & Clinical Hypnotherapist based in New York City with additional design studios in Nice, France. With over 12 years of experience in both professions, Rhonda puts the highest vibration and good energy into every stitch she makes. She has been a master tailor and designer since 1990 and works with brides, celebrities, and high-profile clients around the world to serve all their couture needs. Her custom attention to each client has made her voted the Best Couture Fitting Tailor every year since 2015. Rhonda is also certified in Medical and Subconscious Hypnotherapy and Past Life Regression and uses her skills to help clients heal from trauma and accomplish their personal, professional, and life goals. She has been published in Bride Magazine and was recently filmed for a YouTube documentary series, The American Medium in Ireland, on the Paranormal Resident Channel.

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What stitches can you use for hand appliqué?
The Blanket stitch, French knot, and Whip stitch are more decorative stitches that are often used with thicker contrasting thread to create a more whimsical look. These stitches are popular with children's clothes, blankets, and projects. The Couching stitch and the Straight stitch are stitches that provide a more discreet, hidden look, which is good if you don't want the thread to add anything to the appearance of your applique. Lighter-weight thread that matches your applique will help these hand stitches to be more invisible.
Should you get your wedding dress dry cleaned after the wedding?
Read the care label and cleaning instructions on your dress—don't assume that it should be dry cleaned. If your dress is dry clean only, take it to a dry cleaning professional and carefully go over all the stains together and have any stains or soil marked for special care. Be sure to get your dress cleaned no more than 7 days after your wedding day.
Can you hand wash a wedding gown?
Read the care label and see what it says. If your dress is hand wash only, clean it yourself in a clean bathtub filled with hot water and delicate detergent. Use a clean wooden spoon to fully immerse the dress and gently swish it in the hot water, turning it over every 15 to 30 minutes. You may need to drain the water and repeat this a few times until all the soil is gone. Drain all the water, and then turn on the cold water to gently rinse your dress until the water is clear. Fold the wet dress at the waist over a clean, strong hanger, and let it fully drip dry.

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9+ Super Cute DIY Ways to Cut a T-Shirt

No-sew t-shirt cutting hacks that’ll capture everyone’s eyeLooking for a way to give new life to an old t-shirt? With a bit of imagination and a pair of fabric scissors, you can turn a drab shirt into something absol...

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Remove the Hood from a Hoodie

If you're tired of that hoodie you've had forever or just want to update the style, cut off the hood. Once you remove the hood, you'll have a sweatshirt with a simple round or crew neckline. That's it! If you'd rather ma...

How to Fix Your Bra’s Wire and Keep It from Poking through Again

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Make a Bow Tie

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Make Patchwork

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How to Sew a Hoodie: The Complete Step-by-Step Visual Guide

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Hand Applique

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Shorten Pants Without Hand Sewing

Shortening pants is necessary, but it can be time-consuming. This sounds complicated, but it is easy. Once you have done it once, you will find it quick, easy, and inexpensive.

How to Make a Cheer Bow: A Quick, Easy, No-Sew Tutorial

Make cool custom cheer bows with or without glue Are you looking for a simple guide to making colorful cheer bows or your squad? While you can buy cheer bows, they’re quick, easy, and fun to make yourself. Plus, when y...