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    Can you add a corset to a dress you already have?
    Margo West
    Professional Tailor
    Margo West is a Professional Tailor and the Owner of Margo West Bridal Alterations in Dallas, Texas. She is renowned for her expertise in bridal alterations, custom wedding gowns, wedding-related design, and pattern making. Her 44 years of bridal experience has earned her the prestigious WeddingWire Brides Choice Award, Couples Choice Award 2013-2019, and The Knot Best of Weddings 2018-2020. Margo was also featured in House of Diffa 2018 Jacket Collection and Modern Luxury Brides Magazine 2020. She will launch her new bridal gown collection for fall 2021.
    Margo West
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    Yes. It's best to add a corset to a dress that's too small by at least 5-6 inches. If f it fits you correctly and you'd still like a corset back, you'll need to remove enough fabric from the back in order to give the corset a nice look. You can accomplish this by cutting away fabric in the shape of a V.
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    What do I need to make a dress with a needle?
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    Well, first of all, you will need a needle and thread, and the amount of fabric depends on what type of dress you are making and what size you are. You can search this topic on YouTube, there are many videos with step-by-step instructions.
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    How long will this take? Could I make it in a day or two with intermediate sewing skills?
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    It depends on the scale of your dress. If it's a simple dress and you have a lot of time on your hands, sure! But the larger the scale is, the longer the time will take.
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    I’m making my own Halloween costume, a dress with a hoop skirt, and I was wondering if I could use this technique on the front of my dress with a modesty panel?
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    Yes, you can use this technique for wherever you would like. If you are doing both sides, you would want to cut the front side a little higher than the back.
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