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Thursday, March 20th, 2008The edges of your veil can be unfinished or edged. Some brides prefer the cut, unfinished edge so as to not divert attention from their face or gown. Others prefer a finished edge for the added elegance or design. Edges can be finished in a variety of ways:
- Pencil edge. This is a very subtle […]
How to Make a Wedding Veil
Sunday, March 2nd, 2008For the experienced seamstress, making a wedding veil isn’t really difficult and it is certainly far less expensive than buying one at the local bridal store. You will want plenty of time to design your perfect veil and find the right book or pattern to help you do so, then more time for experimentation and […]
White and Ivory Veil Colors
Friday, February 22nd, 2008To the uninitiated, veil color seems a non-issue: white. In reality, the choice is much more involved. White is actually one of several colors: pure white, winter white, and ivory. Each white has its own variations, but you needn’t match your dress perfectly. If you do vary the color, most experts recommend wearing a veil […]
A Vintage, Used, or New Veil?
Thursday, February 14th, 2008The veil is an intriguing piece of your wedding ensemble. The choices behind that innocent piece of fluff are nearly endless. One way to narrow down the choices is to decide on the veil type: New, used, vintage (i.e. old), or do-it-yourself? Price is another narrowing factor. Costs range from around $15.00 if you do […]
Veil Tulle and Fabrics
Wednesday, February 6th, 2008The fabric a veil is made from — and how it is woven — determines the look. Silk, nylon, polyester, cotton, organza, chiffon, and point d’esprit are all common veil materials. “Tulle” is the generic term for veil material, with specifics depending on the actual fabric. The most common varieties are made from nylon, rayon, […]
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