To work in costume I had to learn to make as well as design. I need to understand the structure of a garment, how fabrics work together and the cut and fit of an outfit, otherwise a character or actor will not be able to move naturally - sometimes, you want to restrict movement!
I make costumes, my own clothes, I've made wedding dresses...I have had a go at most things and am mostly self taught. I have a huge amount more to learn about sewing and am nowhere near an expert. I am a fabric hoarder - I go through phases of buying fabric and then eventually going on a making spree!
Dior Exhibition at V&A Museum - beautiful and an inspiration! Louises Designs (c) 2018