Create A Bridal Alterations Career That Embraces Your Lifestyle
Graduates
I am so proud of the graduates of the Anderson Alterations Academy!
They have really worked hard and completed all the homework required and passed the tests on each level. There is a lot of hands on homework involved with this Academy. It’s not just watching videos and taking a test on the videos. My students are hard workers. And frankly, being a bridal alteration specialist is a challenging job. It’s also very rewarding work, but takes a lot of skill and practice.
I feel confident that the Academy graduates are capable of doing any bridal alteration that comes their way. And I am their forever mentor if some difficult fitting issue comes up. I will always have their back and they will always have a place in my heart.
Dee Dee Anderson
Founder of the Anderson Alterations Academy
Jazmyn Turell
2025 Graduate
Hurray for Jazmyn! She is my latest graduate from the Academy. Let me tell you, this is one amazing and beautiful woman. Jazmyn Turell is a single mother and the hardest working person I know. She has created a brick and mortar bridal alterations business in Montana.
She had skills galore, and was working part time as a seamstress for Buckle clothing store along with her full time job. Joining the academy changed everything. With caring for young children, she needed flexibility with her work schedule, and a higher income. She has become fearless when it comes to taking on high end and technical alteration jobs.
I am so proud of Jazmyn. Her work ethic is inspiring to me. I just love Jazmyn to bits! She has worked so hard to earn her graduating diploma. Truly, Jazmyn Turell is a Master Bridal Alterations Specialist.
Amanda Fink
2025 Graduate
I’m so delighted to announce the graduation of Amanda Fink. What an amazing student she has been.
She is now officially a Master Bridal Alterations Specialist.
She has documented her bridal alterations journey in a beautiful blog. Changing careers was what her life needed. Amandal was a nurse before she started the academy. I think her work ethic and extensive sewing experience helped speed her through the program. Her mental and physical stamina will be an excellent skill for her while doing bridal alterations.
Her new business is called “Best Day Ever!” You can learn more about her business below.
Best wishes going out to you my sweet Amanda!
Business Philosophy
Michelle Einzinger
2024 Graduate
Warmest congratulations going out to Michelle Einzinger. She is my latest academy graduate. She has a very successful bridal alterations career. She currently works in-house for a local bridal shop and also in her home.
One of Michelle’s first dresses was a build up! She didn’t exactly know what she had taken on when she agreed to the dress. But she worked through it and it turned out beautiful. Her business is successful enough that she turns away brides often as she tries to keep from getting overwhelmed.
She has been my marketing manager for 3 years, and that is how she found out about the academy. I kept her so busy with academy stuff, that it took her longer to graduate than it should have. She has a brilliant mind and a “get it done” attitude. The combination makes her a true gift to my academy, and a successful business woman.
She is a dear friend, and my right hand woman. Congratulations, and 100 thank yous for all you do for the academy.
Rebekah Kasperson
2024 Graduate
Congratulations to Rebekah!
I am happy to announce our latest academy graduate, Rebekah Kasperson. Rebekah is one of our younger students, but don’t let that fool you. Her sewing skills are superb. She went to nationals in the “Make it with wool” competition 2 years in a row after winning the state title in California and then Idaho. She is currently working on restyling her mother’s wedding dress for her upcoming marriage.
You can connect with her at https://seamless-silhouette.com/, instagram @seamless-silhouette
Ronel Van Bosch
2023 Graduate
Congratulations to Ronel!
Ronel has graduated from the Anderson Alterations Academy with flying colors. This is a woman with skills. Her hems and seaming are impeccable. And her sewing training is deep. I have seen many of her happy brides after her alterations were completed.
Ronel took a different journey through the academy. She started with level 3 because of her high level of sewing and tailoring skills. After she completed level 3 she felt that there was so much more to learn specifically about bridal alterations. She then took level 1 and 2 together. And she learned so many new skills. She felt it was way worth the money.
You can connect with her at ronelscustomsewing.com, facebook: Ronel’s Custom Sewing, or instagram @sewingronel
Susan Ehlen
2023 Graduate
Johanna Carder
2023 Graduate
Congratulations to Johanna Carder!
If you are in the Sunman, Indiana area and looking for a Bridal alterations seamstress, look no further. Johanna is ready to help.
Follow her shop on Facebook and Instagram at Seam Studio, LLC
She is our latest graduate at the Anderson Alterations Academy. Johanna had built amazing sewing skills before she joined The Academy for training specific to Bridal Alterations. She has vast previous experience as a seamstress. Her work is so careful and beautifully done. That is a great skill for a bridal alterations business owner to have. As I have viewed her homework, I have been so impressed with her meticulous sewing. I have enjoyed seeing her brand new studio as it was built on her property. It is so beautifully decorated and welcoming. Johanna has worked really hard to graduate and build her business. I am so proud of her.
Lindsie Housekeeper
2023 Graduate
What a treat it has been working with Lindsie Housekeeper. She lives in my state, so we have been able to meet in person a few times. She is a very experienced seamstress, and picked up the bridal alterations skills quickly. She became a bride herself during her studies at the academy! That clever girl made her own wedding dress! It was so beautiful and sparkled just like her personality.
Lindsie is at the present time starting another sewing business. I want to support all my students in whatever endeavor they are pursuing. This etsy business focuses on little girl dresses and matching ties for the fathers! I’m so excited for her and wish her much success.
Kylene Hall
2023 Graduate
Kylene has been such a delight to work with. Congratulations going out to her. She was sponsored by her employer Grayce Bridal. Kylene has such a kind heart. I loved how organized her homework was too. She is young, but don’t underestimate her. She breezed through the classes. Her skill level is high and she is well trained and has years of experience working in the bridal shop in sales also. This broad training and experience makes her quite valuable to the bridal industry.
“Grayce is an independently female owned multi-location bridal & formal wear company. We truly understand shopping for bridal & formal wear can feel scary and overwhelming. The Grayce Experience creates a safe & empowering environment where finding the perfect dress becomes a memory you treasure”
Rosalie Silliman
2022 Graduate
I am so proud of the dear Rosalie. She is a rock star at alterations. What a gift to our academy. Her sweet personality meshes well with Bridal Alterations. She came to the academy with some wonderful sewing and alterations skills. I love her impeccable hand work. This girl has a great career ahead of her.
Follow her on facebook or Instagram
Or visit her website http://www.rosaliesilliman.com/
Kathy Fauver
2022 Graduate
Kathy has been a diligent student and a very successful business owner. Her alterations business, Fitted Stitches, is doing fantastic. One of the things I love about Kathy is her people skills. She is very kind and respectful of her clients and their dresses. She came into the academy with fantastic sewing skills. Training her specifically to do bridal alterations came easy. I always look forward to our zooms. Her bridal alterations work is always carefully done. She is also very careful with time management so that her work gets done on schedule.
I really appreciate how kind she is with her clients and how careful and impeccable her work is. Kathy’s basic nature is to be kind and happy, and it really makes a difference with the experience her clients have. I wish her the best with her business endeavors.
Follow her on instagram @fittedstichesllc Or check out her website at fittedstitchesllc.com
Alexa Morrell
2021 Grduate
Congratulations to Alexa Morrell. She is a graduate of the Anderson Alterations Academy. Alexa was so fun to zoom with, she had me laughing so much. Her meticulous homework on the beadwork section was truly outstanding.Alexa can handle any alteration with skill and attention to detail.
Alexa is the mother of five, and grandmother of four. Her mother taught her to sew when she was a pre-teen, and it has always been part of her life, including making Cristens’s wedding dress! When Cristen became owner of Aliber’s Bridal, working as a seamstress was a natural progression. She loves seeing a bride thrilled with the transformation of “her” gown.
She works full time at Aliber’s Bridal Shop in Greenfield, MA.
Chele Titus
2021 Grduate
Congratulations going out to Chele Titus. She has graduated from Level 3 of the Anderson Alterations Academy. She is prepared to take on any bridal alteration challenge that comes her way. I am so proud of the way she was able to manage her time. She completed the Academy quickly despite a very busy calendar. And she was so careful to practice and really feel confident in each part of the homework.
Chele Titus owns Sewing Hands Alterations in Jenison, MI. Best wishes to her future and success.
