Commissioned services offered include:
Using or modifying an existing pattern is the most cost and time effective way of producing your desired garment and can be custom-made to your size. Choose your own pattern and fabric or let me make recommendations for you.
Browse pattern companies:
Butterick | McCall's | Vogue :
each a separate brand in the same company, they have a solid and wide-ranging catalogue. Butterick tends to have simple, clean and classic designs, McCall's has a "younger", trendier selection. For unique, complex and draped items, try Vogue.
Simplicity: easy to navigate, compact selection with trendy and practical designs. The costumes are worth a look!
Burda: limited selection but there are some gems, especially in accessories. Requires a lot more imagination, understanding of technical style drawings
Your measurements converted to flat pattern (most specialty and custom fit garments require this step).
Reusable for all your custom garments.
(i.e: corset, stretch bodysuit, accessories)
If you are interested in commissioning Cutopia (Dorothy Yang) for a custom garment or costume, please send an email. Please include:
Commissioning a custom-made garment or costume means entering into a contract with a skilled labourer. For more information please read the terms and conditions below.
The following is an outline of the conditions involved if you are looking to commission a custom made garment or costume, whether of your personal design, an existing design (i.e: a pattern or costume reference) or a Cutopia original design.
1. Measurements and fittings are essential for a custom made garment. The client must be available for at least two sessions- a measurement session and a final fitting- although one or two additional fittings before the final fitting are recommended.
Please note that Cutopia is run from the personal home of Dorothy Yang, based in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Location for these fittings is negotiable, although the Cutopia home studio is preferred.
2. The client is responsible for all material costs involved in the construction of the commission, the approximate cost of which can be quoted beforehand, but not guaranteed to be exact. The material costs must be paid before the start of commission, and once purchased material costs are non-refundable. A commission fee applies for time and labour, determined by the complexity of the garment. The commission fee will be quoted and agreed on by both parties beforehand and is due upon delivery of the article to the client.
3. If the client makes changes or additions to the design after the start of the commission, he/she is responsible for any additional material or labour costs incurred. Cutopia will not make any changes or additions that would incur any additional cost without express permission of the client.
The following price estimates are commission fees and do not include material costs. Material costs may vary. Prices are in Canadian dollars, including GST/HST*.
Basic block drafting - $20
Garment construction with pre-existing pattern - varies by complexity and materials, extra cost for delicate fabrics
Blouse (front opening, collared shirt with closures) - starts at $50
Skirt (knee-length straight, pencil or a-line skirt) - starts at $40
Skirt (very full/circle skirt, floor length or petticoat) - starts at $50
Dress (casual) - starts at $65
Dress (formal) - starts at $100
Custom specialty garments or costumes- please provide photo or pattern reference for a price quote.
Custom overbust corset - starts at $200
Custom full length bodysuit - starts at $150
Disclaimer: Although I will do my best to accomodate your needs, please remember that Cutopia is run by a single person.
All requests will be considered on a case to case basis but due to time constraints, ongoing commissions or personal reasons I may be forced to decline a request (unfortunately, I still need a full-time day job!)
I reserve the right to decline any request if I feel that I will not be able to complete your garment, for any reason.
For obvious reasons, I will normally take on only one project in a given time period. Of course, consultation is free and I am open to discuss your request- just ask!
* GST/HST registration 81207 7485 RT0001