by Catherine | Jan 6, 2026 | Uncategorized
Every so often, an enquiry arrives that perfectly captures why I do, what I do. Recently, I received a message from a bride’s stepmother explaining that her stepdaughter would be getting married at the registrar’s office, in the beautiful city of York. She wanted to...
by Catherine | Nov 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
A Gift From the Groom: A Wedding Garter Filled With Love ❤️ Every so often, a story comes along that captures the true meaning of love, and this one still makes my heart melt. Recently, a groom reached out to me with a beautifully thoughtful idea. He wanted to give...
by Catherine | Apr 24, 2025 | Uncategorized
I had a lovely message from Olivia Her mother had chosen the Meg garter for her, as a surprise gift. And their wedding was at the Landmark Hotel… The Landmark Hotel… Isn’t this photo gorgeous! Olivia and Jacob on the balcony of the Landmark Hotel,...
by Catherine | May 21, 2024 | Uncategorized
I was asked to make a unique garter for a quirky ‘Wizard of Oz’ styled shoot and decided on this Dorothys shoes garter. Making the red shoes garter I started by sketching out the tiny red shoes, then hand embroidering on to silk dupion fabric. The 2mm...
by Catherine | May 21, 2024 | Uncategorized
I was asked to take part in a Wizard of oz, styled photoshoot, great for wedding inspiration for couples, it grew into a steampunk fusion, with the most inspired mechanical makeup for the ‘Tin man’ groom! This amazing makeup is by – Hannah Harrison,...
by Catherine | Apr 26, 2023 | Garter FAQ's, Garter sets, History, Uncategorized, Wedding Traditions, Why do brides wear a garter
Your questions answered about the history of the garter toss… Did you know, it all started with wedding guests wanting something for luck from the wedding… But this led to guests tearing small pieces from the brides wedding dress! Even in the wealthiest...
