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Corsets, construction diaries and lusciousness.
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Created on 2008-06-22 20:53:17 (#15925946), last updated 2009-11-15
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Basic Info| Name: | sparklewren |
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| Birthdate: | 1982-11-30 |
| Location: | Durham, United Kingdom |
| Website: | The official website |
Bio
Sparklewren was created by one-woman corsetiere Jenni Hampshire. From her home-atelier in Durham, Jenni single-handedly designs, drafts, cuts and stitches bespoke corsets to her client’s specifications, striving always for an incredible cinch and exemplary level of quality. Whether a classic black cincher or a hand-beaded silk bridal corset, Sparklewren garments reflect the wishes, fantasies and requirements of the client.
In 2006, Jenni completed a BA (hons) in Fine Art producing jewelled paintings, bird-head masks, feathered wings (which have featured in 'Making Stuff: An Alternative Craft Book', click here for a review) and life-sized stuffed-toy unicorns. This love of all things frivolous and sparkly is always in dialogue with her feminist leanings and interest in philosophies of gender performance, and has now developed into a passionate and engaging study of corsetry. As a result, her work strives to be visually compelling and original whilst still being functional and carefully crafted. The focus is always on the relationship between the corset and the wearer.
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Sparklewren is now accepting commissions having opened her business on 1st September 2009. The website (www.sparklewren.co.uk) will be going live very soon. In the meantime though, you can find all the relevant information by following these links.
About Sparklewren
A Comprehensive Guide to Placing an Order
Information on Standard Sized Corsets
Measurements Guide for Bespoke Corsets
Care/Lacing Instructions
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If you are interested in hearing more about Sparklewren's Corsets in the future or wish to commission a garment, please contact Jenni at sparklewren.corsets@yahoo.co.uk.
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