Diana
Diana Ackerman, The Threadbender — formerly doing business as Vintage Bridal Restoration — offers a full-spectrum of personalized work for your Modern or Vintage Wedding Gown, Veil and Accoutrements.

Alterations
Diana's expertise in alterations allows her to approach classical, traditional, and modern wedding gowns with equal aplomb. She can balance the bustline, enhance the neckline, contour the torso, adjust the waistline, taper the skirt, create the bustle and give the gown a perfect hemline. Alterations are her strongest asset!

Restoration
Educated in sewing techniques from almost every era, Diana can restore your bridal attire or heirloom, using the techniques which originally built the heirloom article. Also skilled in modern techniques, Diana can make changes to your vintage attire to reflect your personal style and flair.

Veils
Diana custom designs and individually handcrafts veils for the Bride. Styles include: Cascade, Inverted, Fountain, Oval, Circle, Cage and Mantillas, with lengths in: Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist, Waist, Hip, Fingertip, Ankle, Waltz, Chapel, and Cathedral. Veils are available in a variety of fabrics, colors, edge treatments, and embellishments. If you can imagine it, Diana can create it!

Embellishments
Done by hand and with a total attention to detail, Diana can embellish your gown to make it as "one of a kind" as you are. She can use Freshwaters pearls, tiny seed beads, vintage gems, cut crystals and sequins. Other techniques include: ruching, lace appliqué, draping of added textiles, gathered roses and silk ribbon embroidery.

Preservation
Following your wedding, Diana can preserve your dress for the years ahead using Archival Preservation. She uses the finest quality materials so your dress will look as good tomorrow as it did on your wedding day.

Frequently Asked Questions
How long will it take? How many fittings will it take? How much will it cost? If you have a question, Diana has an answer.

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Location
Diana is now located in the San Antonio/Austin Area of Texas in the United States. Diana also takes on preservation and restoration jobs from all over the world. Any client can mail their heirloom to her for a free estimate.