Frequently asked questions
Handmade clothing, custom dressmaking & alterations — without the mystery
Welcome to The Linen Duck!
I make clothing a little differently here. You can shopone-of-a-kind pieces, have something madeto measure, we can work together to design your ownbespoke garment or bring me a favourite garment that needs a little alterationor repair magic.
If you're wondering how it all works, you're in theright place.
And if your question isn't answered below, justask. I promise there are no silly questions — I've probably been asked strangerones!
Choosing Your Linen Duck Journey
What does The Linen Duck do?
I have four ways I can help you find, make or rescue clothing:
One-of-a-Kind shop— unique handmade pieces that are already made and ready for a new home.
Made-to-measure — clothing from my catalogue made specifically for you, using your measurements and with opportunities to personalise the design.
Design your own — a chance for us to meet and design a bespoke piece made for you, it in volves consultation, quoting and is much more involved as I build a relationship and learn about you.
Alterations and repairs — giving existing garments a better fit, a new lease on life or, where possible, a second chance.
So whether you want something new, something very you, or something you already own made wearable again, I've got you.
Why buy handmade clothing?
Because I think clothing should have a little more personality.
Handmade clothing gives me the chance to pay attention to the details that can get lost in mass production — the fabric, the fit, the pockets, the little quirks and, most importantly, the person who will actually wear it.
I also love the idea of buying fewer things and loving them more.
What makes The Linen Duck different?
I don't want to make clothes that simply fill a gap in your wardrobe.
I want to make clothes you'll reach for again and again.
My focus is on individual style, natural fibres, thoughtful construction, comfortable fit and clothing with a bit of personality.
And because I'm a sole trader, when you deal with The Linen Duck, you're dealing directly with the person making the clothes. No mysterious corporate clothing department hiding behind a curtain!
Do I need to know exactly what I want?
Not at all.
You don't need to arrive with a fully formed fashion manifesto.
You can bring me a picture, a favourite garment, a fabric you adore, an idea you've been carrying around for years, or simply say:
"I want something comfortable that makes me feel fabulous."
We can work from there. And I can help you decide if it if One of a Kind, Made to Measure or Design your own the the way forward for you
Have an idea? Have a garment that needs rescuing? Found a
piece you can't stop thinking about?
Get in touch and let's see what we can make happen.
After all, life is too short for clothes that don't fit,
don't feel good or look like everybody else's.
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