Daenerys - Game of Thrones Cosplay - Qarth

So, over the last month and a half I've received a number of emails from a number of different potential clients through my etsy shop. 
They've all been requesting general information about possible costume commissions from HBO's Game of Thrones series - Based on George R. R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire book series, which is really good, and you should go read it. ^_~

Ultimately, not many of these requests have actually panned out. A lot of people want high quality reproductions of costumes from the show (or from other things), but don't want to pay for it. While we're on this topic, let's be straight up here, my work is "super affordable" compared to what it's worth or what's already out there in the market. My work is always as accurate as possible, made with high quality materials that are as authentic as possible, and I can pump out a costume like that in about a week or less. For example, last month's "book-version" Melisandre dress sold for $200, including 3 day shipping, and was probably worth closer to the $350-$400 range. I worked on that dress for about 5 days straight. Keep in mind, that according to articles with the actual costuming staff for HBO it takes a team of them to finish one in three days. That's a pretty good ratio, since I'm a one-woman-show over here. :P

Regardless, I do realize a lot of this, and realized most of this years ago. I accept it as part of the territory that I have to try to work around or find new answers to. So this time? My answer is to simply just make the costumes. It seems that a lot of people will tentatively inquire about a custom made costume, and then shy away when they get answers. I'm hoping if the product is already out there, they'll just buy it and request modifications instead. So.. that being said, my current project is one of the more popular costumes from the show: Daenerys's blue and gold Qarth gown from Season 2. (Pictured above, as featured in Entertainment Weekly)

My silk for the main portion of the gown has been on back order for the last month and a half. However, I finally got it in! I'll be documenting how I do things as I go along, hopefully, or I will do a large update of the process when it is finished.

Some of the materials I'll be using

I will be working out the pattern this evening and tomorrow night (I have a full time job, so it's nights and weekend only sewing!) and hopefully cutting and pinning this weekend. I will be pinning it together in it's raw from to make sure everything is flowing the way I'd like and so I can plan my next steps.
Then, I will be testing scraps of the fabric for different textures, chemical setting wear and pleats, and experimenting with my silk dyes and paints to find the right blue and gold combinations. This process is likely to take up to three days, simply to cover all of my test basis.

And then? The super exciting part. Actually doing the final chosen process to the fabric and sewing it together! ^_~
I'm currently planning on using a very thick faux leather for the belt and shoulder pieces. Which I'm both excited for and slightly saddened by. I do not currently have the space to do that size of metal casting/fabrication like I used to. Wish I did, though! Some day!!

Anyway, stay posted!

Newest Project Finished!

So this week I was able to finish and photograph my latest gown. This is a renaissance piece, with elven inspiration! It is a floor length red suede-cloth gown featuring golden trim, with hand-detailed bronze gems, a two foot train, sleeves that not only feature the beautiful length but also a concealed pocket for a purse, cell phone, or other items.

It is available for purchase on my etsy Walker And White.
It is a size medium, which is a flexible fit up to 38" bust, 30" waist, and 39" hips.
The model in this photo, the ever so talented Stephanie, is 6 feet tall, so that will give you an idea on how low the bottom trim will end on you. :)
Please contact me with any questions. ^_^
I also take custom orders at comparable and reasonable prices based on your ideal budget.

Fashion Design Template for Photoshop CS 6

I've been dabbling in fashion design for about the last 8 years. I haven't had any kind of consistency or "line" or really many clients. The clients that I've had have all been friend recommendations and really wonderful.

This fall, I'm planning on doing my first full personal season line. I've got this really great work space for the first time and a new sewing machine that can handle the kind of fabrics that I want to work in.

One of the biggest problems that I've run into is that when I get an idea I don't want to spend a lot of time drawing out the model for that design idea. So I decided to create a pre-made model in a photoshop psd file that people could download to design on. I'll be smoothing it out to have a cleaner look, adding more features, and posting them as I do so. 

But for now, here's beta test / download #1

Available for Download through my DeviantArt

The model has a few options so far.

Hair Colour: Red, Brunette, Blonde, Black, and Pink

The modesty pasties and panties are optional.

The hands are on a separate group of layers so that they can be seen above your design layers.


Features that will soon be added:
More footwear, Optional footwear so she can be barefoot, and at least one up-do for her hair to get it off the shoulders.


I did create this in Photoshop CS6. I'm not sure if it will open in older versions, but I hope it will.
If you have problems with this or the program feel free to message me at WalkerAndWhite@gmail.com

Proper Hello

I apparently only got around to talking about one aspect of me/my life when I started this blog. Oops! A little more about myself, I suppose..


Other than the modeling I do a lot of other things: 


I own/run an Etsy shop that sells a lot of my personal hand made and original art jewelry, some of my own photography, some custom hats, and eventually I'd like to make fashion level and wearable art style wedding dresses. ^_~ 

These are available for purchase at my etsy shop.

I also garden - a LOT. There will be a lot of photos posted on here of and about it.  For now you can check out my youtube video walk through. (It's my first ever vlog, so be kind!)

I also design and sew custom clothing orders - for example, I just completed a very fashionable and custom beige lace dress with custom vintage belt for a client. 

And! I'm a noob foodie. Myself, my boyfriend, and our roomie tend to go out 4-5 nights a week. Which is a lot! But Philadelphia has some incredible food, locations, wine, and craft beer to enjoy! I plan on reviewing a lot of my favourite local places and some new ones along the way.
In the mean time you can check out my google map of some of my fav great local places. 

(Taken at Theresa's Next Door)

(Note: That middle cheese was easily my favourite. Mmm, ash flavor.)

My day job? I'm a personal assistant to the property manager of a local VIP style office center. I enjoy the organization and the relationships with the tenants, though like all work places there are "those days." And I certainly don't get paid enough, though I'm pretty sure it is normal for someone to say that, haha.