Heather altered my daughter’s prom dress last year and did a beautiful job! She recently hemmed a bridesmaid’s dress for my eldest & again … timeliness, attention to detail and her overall conscientiousness. She has been nothing but lovely to work with and we will continue to utilize her services in the future.

We are so grateful she is local! We highly recommend her!”

-Stephanie Barrett


Heather was recommended to us to alter my daughter’s senior prom dress. Her location was easy to find and welcoming. Heather had such an eye for knowing exactly what to do the moment the dress came on. Her prices were fair and her work was flawless.

Heather is a great communicator and everything was ready exactly when she said it was going to be. I would highly recommend and use her again for any future tailoring needs!โ€

-Kellee Smith


โ€œHeather is truly an artist. She will work with you and give her expert suggestions to make sure that your vision is conveyed properly. She altered my daughter’s prom dress and with her ideas my daughter looked perfect!

She also did some “fixes” for me another time, her work is flawless! You can tell she has a true passion for what she does.”

– Anna LeGault


Need a hem, straps adjusted or seams taken in? Change a neckline, add a lining, replace zippers or buttons . . .

F O R M A L

Bridal Party ~ Wedding Dress fittings

Dress Hemmed & Bustled
Dress Re-Designed & Fit
Fit, Hemmed & Bustled

BEFOREBack too low
AFTERAlteration

Straps shortened, back taken in.

Back too tight.
Bodice Boning added, Zipper replaced with lace up & straps shortened

Some changes to consider

  • Hem *Add a slit *Add or remove layers, straps, cups or boning *Take in seams or repair * Zipper remove & add a lace up back *Bustle

Prom Photography

Contact for more information about Garland Thread photoshoot packages.

Photos by: Heather Garland
Post prom PHOTOSHOOT

Bespoke & Constume

Historical or Fantasy – Bespoke Outfits for Your Occasions

Costume Apperal: I work to create high quality, detailed designs based on research and client input, for men, women & children.

Colonial Era 1700s created in all parts by Heather
1890’s created in all parts by Heather
Victorian Era 1880’s gowns created in all parts by Heather
Bustle Era

Going to an event; Dance, Ren faire? In a play? Do you want an outfit or just parts to complete a look?


Custom projects welcomed.