SugarKitty Corsets

2011-04-26T08:08:00.000-04:00

Pasties & Accessories

2011-04-18T07:56:00.000-04:00

If your house was burning down, what would be the first 3 things you'd grab before getting the hell outta there?

2011-03-10T11:22:00.001-05:00

Boris, Pedro, and Frank! (the dogs & the cat) Ask me stuff!

Often imitated, never duplicated

2011-01-30T15:09:00.000-05:00

For anyone just tuning in, I've been embroiled in a one-sided battle with some Chinese manufacturers that have stolen a couple of images from my website, created a knockoff from the image, and have then used the image to sell a really poor imitation of a SugarKitty Corset. The images in question were taken by JimmyC of LuminousImpression, of model Maria Bella. I provided corsets to Maria in

Are you ticklish on your feet or ticklish at all?

2011-01-16T03:03:00.001-05:00

Yes, I'm extremely ticklish all over. It drives me crazy! Ask me stuff!

ANNOUNCEMENT

2010-12-01T07:43:00.001-05:00

SugarKitty will be accepting custom orders until December 31. Beginning January 1, 2011, all custom orders will be on indefinite hiatus. I need to take some time off to reflect on which direction I want to take SugarKitty in the future, and if I even want to continue this venture. I will use time to catch up on my backlog of custom orders (which is almost complete!!), and to hopefully create

Happiness is a well-stocked yarn cabinet

2010-09-20T09:41:00.002-04:00

Interested in wearing SugarKitty gear for your next photoshoot?

2010-09-09T10:00:00.000-04:00

If you're interested in wearing SugarKitty gear for your next photoshoot, there are several ways to go about it! First of all – CONTACT ME! Please don't just leave a comment on a photo or my wall stating “I'd like to work with you someday”! As much as I appreciate the compliment and recognition, I am an extremely busy woman, and odds are, I'll forget who you are in 10 minutes. Email me –

http://hereswhatyouare.com/ <3

2010-09-03T17:45:00.001-04:00

Thanks! <3 That just made my day! :) Ask me stuff!

New Mailing List!

2010-08-22T15:05:00.000-04:00

SugarKitty Corsets has a new mailing list! Please note, if you've previously joined my Bravenet mailing list, you must sign up for the new one! The Bravenet list will not be utilized any longer, and the new one must be joined if you wish to continue getting SugarKitty updates! SIGN UP HERE!!!

When did you start making corsets?

2010-07-29T19:08:00.001-04:00

About 8 years ago. I'd always wanted one of my own - one of the really high end ones, and couldn't afford one. So I bought a pattern, made one up, and fell in love with it. I knew right then that's what I wanted to do with the rest of my life! Ask me stuff!

New Standard Sized Corsets on Etsy

2010-07-19T18:32:00.000-04:00

While I work on getting the new SugarKittyCorsets.com up and running, I have introduced my full line of standard sized corsets in my Etsy shop. From now on, all standard corsets will be available exclusively on Etsy. To clarify, a standard sized corset features sizing that is similar to S, M, L. I have created this line in an effort to create a wider audience for those who want to own a

Purple Satin Burlesque Costume

2010-07-19T16:57:00.000-04:00

I made this 10-piece burlesque outfit for my trade model. It's all I've been working for almost a month now, and while I'm happy with how it turned out, I am SOOOOOOO glad to be finished with it! I will post photos from her photoshoot as I get them in. I will also be listing many of the individual pieces in my Etsy shop...a good way to launch my new burlesque

Etsy Treasury Featuring one of my mini tophats!

2010-07-04T08:45:00.000-04:00

Check it out! Lots of fun, colorful items in this one! :)

New tatty blastin'!

2010-06-30T10:35:00.002-04:00

Left calf, done by Giovani at High Street Tattoo! The right calf will be similar...I can't wait to get it done!

Another Cigar Girl photo...

2010-06-08T10:20:00.001-04:00

Taken at the Dollywood Parade. I'm sad to see that the hats are getting crushed. I don't know if they're not being stored/handled properly or what. Probably a totally nitpicky thing that only I would be anal about.

What kind of corset would look good on me?

2010-06-06T12:48:00.001-04:00

It all depends on what size and shape you are, as well as what style and shape you're interested in. Not every corset style fits on every body type. Ask me stuff!

Black & Red Cherry Blossoms Brocade Olivia Corset

2010-05-16T09:34:00.000-04:00

The lowdown: -Black & Red Cherry Blossoms Silk Brocade -Self-Trim -1/4" Spiral and Spring Steel Boning -#00 Black Grommets -Black Laces -Red Twill Lining -Modesty Panel

Antique Circus - Part III

2010-04-29T16:54:00.000-04:00

The third (and so far, final) piece of the circus order. I made all parts of this costume except the top (which was provided by my client). I did alter the top - it was very thick and heavy, so I cut it off right below the bustline and added a jersey knit bottom. Since it will be covered by the corset and skirt, it won't be seen. The skirt is made from a heavy weight stretch satin in dark peach.

Black & White Striped Bustle

2010-04-18T09:47:00.000-04:00

This bustle goes with the black/white/red antique circus costume. It was finished at a later date, and the rest of the costume had already been shipped to the client. Hopefully, she'll send me photos of the entire ensemble soon.

What is the determining factor on how you price your designs? and do you think that is is too ow or high?

2010-04-09T11:13:00.001-04:00

There are several factors that go into determining price. First (and what I consider most important) is the cost of materials. Every basic corset has fashion fabric (costing anywhere from a few dollars a yard to $30, $40, $50 a yard), then there's fusible web, interfacing, lining material, busk, boning, grommets, laces, and trim. Some corsets have other options, such as modesty panels, fancy trim

Elise's Wedding Outfit

2010-04-08T13:55:00.000-04:00

The most recent project I've been working on (hence the reason only 2 of the 3 Circus costumes are done) is this lovely wedding outfit. It was a 5-piece order - a corset, full length skirt (ruched in the front only) with a long red petticoat, short 'school girl' style skirt, and a short red petticoat. The short skirt will be worn at the reception. My client is almost 6' tall, so it was hard to

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2010-04-08T13:47:00.001-04:00

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Antique Circus - Part II

2010-04-08T13:46:00.000-04:00

Part two of the circus series. I made all parts of this costume, except the black beaded top (provided by my client). I did alter the top to make it fit better under the corset, and I used parts of it to make the neck piece. The bustle is silver silk dupioni, with a velcro waist closure (so the wearer can easily put it on/take it off). The bloomers are silver satin. The waist and legs are

Antique Circus - Part I

2010-04-08T13:38:00.000-04:00

I'm making 3 "Antique Circus" costumes for the same magician's troupe I made the Cigar Girl dresses for. I have two completed, and one left to go. This costume will also feature a black and white striped satin mini-bustle (not yet completed). We decided to add the bustle at the last minute, and I had to send what was already completed so they could add this piece to the show. I made all parts of

Cigar Girl Dresses

2010-04-08T13:28:00.000-04:00

These Cigar Girl Costumes are part of a large ongoing order I'm working on for a magician's act, currently performing in Tennessee. The first outfits I've completed are these three identical Cigar Girl dresses with matching hats. The dresses are made from royal blue satin. The underskirt is white taffeta, with handmade taffeta and crinoline ruffles. The ruffles at the bustline are hand-gathered

Some more mini tophats...

2010-04-08T13:14:00.000-04:00

What made you start designing Corsets and do you need alot of backing ( money ) to get started?

2010-03-15T20:22:00.001-04:00

I've always loved corsets and the smooth hourglass shape they give the wearer. When I was younger, I couldn't afford a high quality one, and went through several cheapie "corsets" from lingerie stores. I've been sewing since I was seven, so I decided to try my hand at making a corset about 8 years ago. After making one, I fell in love with it, and decided that was what I wanted to do for a living

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2010-03-15T20:14:00.001-04:00

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2010-03-05T13:23:00.001-05:00

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2010-03-01T17:13:00.001-05:00

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Black Silk Dupioni Mini Tophat

2010-02-14T14:52:00.000-05:00

I've ventured into something new! I'm currently working on a huge multi-piece costume order, part of which included mini tophats. I liked making them so much, I decided to try and make some more for my Etsy shop. Unfortunately, my new venture is on hold until I finish my costume pieces (pictures coming soon!), but keep an eye out for more to come! :)

Inked Girls Alexis Waist Cincher

2010-02-07T10:02:00.000-05:00

The lowdown: -Inked Girls Novelty Fabric w/ Black Silk Side Panels -Red Cotton Trim & Bone Casings -Black #00 Grommets -Black Ribbon Laces -1/4" Spring & Spiral Steel Boning -Black Twill Lining

Black Cherry Blossom Silk Brocade Alexis Waist Cincher

2010-02-07T09:58:00.001-05:00

The lowdown:-Black Cherry Blossoms Silk Brocade Fabric-Self-Trim -Black #00 Grommets -Black Ribbon Laces -1/4" Spring & Spiral Steel Boning -Black Twill Lining

Black Silk Dupioni Francesca Waist Cincher

2010-02-07T09:52:00.001-05:00

The lowdown:-Black Silk Dupioni Fabric -Black Silk Dupioni Trim -1/4" Spring & Spiral Steel Boning -Black Twill Lining -Silver #00 Grommets -Black Ribbon Laces

For anyone who's interested...

2010-02-01T19:31:00.001-05:00

More places to find me on the web: SugarKitty Corsets SugarStuff Flickr Live Journal FaceBook Etsy Formspring I'll be posting updates here simultaneously with my LiveJournal posts, so feel free to follow me on either blog. Trying to figure out if it would be worth it to export all my old LJ entries, or just start fresh here....

Test

2010-02-01T18:52:00.001-05:00

Yes, this is just a test.