Character reference: Lottie from "The Princess Frog"
Skirt layers made from tulle, broadcloth and chiffon over cage
Bodice layers made from lining, interfacing, broadcloth and organza (carrying into skirt overlays)
Gloves made from organza, sash made from broadcloth
Bodice shell before lining
Wire tiara sewn into wig
Making the cage
As a college student on a budget, I couldn’t afford expensive materials so the cage for this dress was made of extra thick zip ties and duct tape with channels sewn from muslin.