About the Author

Simon Henry started to sew, knit and crochet at the age of nine. A family friend, a talented seamstress and sample hand (making samples for new ranges of clothes), taught him traditional techniques that he still uses and teaches today. He has been designing and making couture end wedding gowns, formal wear for balls and red carpet events and tailored day wear for over thirty years. An experienced dressmaking tutor, Simon has taught and mentored many students over the years. He lives in Derby, UK.