Skein Couture

Skein Couture Love your weird
Formerly Arwen Garmentry (2000 - 2018)
Specialist Corsetiere, Couturier and Leatherworker. Commissions open. Bridal & Matric Farewells welcome

25/06/2026

On friday last week, my studio flooded. I was incredibly lucky that I caught it early, but there is damage and I am not insured. This has even before this been a truly terrible month.
I really hate to be that person because I know the world is hard for everyone at present, but if there is something you've been thinking of ordering and would like to spoil yourself - art, prints, animal portraits, beautiful things to wear, handbags, or even a tarot reading using my cards, please drop me a message 🙂
Yes, I do also do payment plans (except on tarot readings)
Right now will be more helpful than you can imagine 💚

24/06/2026

Here's the video!
I called this corset Stars in Her Eyes for the tiny hematite star beads I used in the embroidery. The collection of textures and sparkles on this piece absolutely makes me swoon!
In this shoot, I was aiming for gothic musketeer queen but ended up more with brothel mistress from Wild Wild West 😂 Either way, I'm not complaining!
It was great fun shooting this corset and collar, even in the wind and rain!
The collar is leather with velvet inlays and garnet bead drips. Entirely handmade by me.
Both the corset and collar are up for order in your size.
Corset has a variety of options for different budgets
Collar R1200.
Other colours available.
Skirt and top also by me.
Message me or comment here and I'll message you
🖤⭐️🖤

I called this corset Stars in Her Eyes for the tiny hematite star beads I used in the embroidery. The collection of text...
24/06/2026

I called this corset Stars in Her Eyes for the tiny hematite star beads I used in the embroidery. The collection of textures and sparkles on this piece absolutely makes me swoon!
In this shoot, I was aiming for gothic musketeer queen but ended up more with brothel mistress from Wild Wild West 😂 Either way, I'm not complaining!
It was great fun shooting this corset and collar, even in the wind and rain!
The collar is leather with velvet inlays and garnet bead drips. Entirely handmade by me.
Both the corset and collar are up for order in your size.
Corset has a variety of options for different budgets
Collar R1200.
Other colours available.
Skirt and top also by me.
Message me or comment here and I'll message you
🖤⭐️🖤

Some more beautiful older pieces. I would loveto create something gorgeous for your special occasion!
10/06/2026

Some more beautiful older pieces. I would love
to create something gorgeous for your special occasion!

08/06/2026

This one is called Stars in her Eyes. The insane amount of hand detail took me weeks - lace filigree intricately beaded with crystal beads and hematite stars, velvet ribbon mock laceup and leather knotwork leading into custom made tassles.
It is a Demi-bust (sits just onto the bust and is designed to be layered) but is also available in full overbust.
This one is available (it's a size 34/36 and will fit a waist size 80cm) and I can make up to order to your specs and your budget.
Full pics to follow soon!

03/06/2026

A flyover of my Forest Witch Corset. I love the textures and rich ochre shades so much! And it feels like wearing a big hug!
These are available and made up to order in your size with a choice of snakes, ravens or foxes, in over or underbust versions.
DM me or comment here for details or to order🐍

I am so excited to finally release this one! The Forest Witch corset is available with a choice of three spirit animals,...
29/05/2026

I am so excited to finally release this one! The Forest Witch corset is available with a choice of three spirit animals, or the option of any creature custom designed for you.
It is available in five base colour fabrics - black, white, cream, grey or chocolate and in either this underbust version, or as an overbust.
The animal design is hand painted and will patina with wear in much the same way as leather to become a special piece that is uniquely you!
Each corset is hand made for you in your size (no fittings necessary, shipping everywhere!) and is available in femme and masc cuts.🐍🐦‍⬛🦊
contact me for ordering details

Skirt and shoes worn in shoot also made by me and custom
made to order.

26/05/2026

Getting there slowly but surely with this one. I've reached a bit of an impasse currently. It needs something, but I don't quite know what, it's just a bit predictable.

I had hoped to have this piece finished for World Goth day today. Alas, Zephyr and I still have a long way to go
23/05/2026

I had hoped to have this piece finished for World Goth day today. Alas, Zephyr and I still have a long way to go

This shirt I made for Violet'smatric farewell is one of my favourite shirt designs ever I think!This one is multiple lay...
20/05/2026

This shirt I made for Violet's
matric farewell is one of my favourite shirt designs ever I think!
This one is multiple layers of pure Egyptian cotton and lace with vintage mother of pearl buttons.
(it did need a good pressing at the time I photographed it, please forgive the wrinklies)

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