Meet Gillian McDonnell: The Creative Force Behind Enchanting Fabrications

Entrepreneur, Teacher and "Stitcher" for the Winnipeg Film Industry

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Sewing

From the Age of Seven

Gillian started sewing from the very early age of seven. Growing up, she made many beautiful memories with her mom as they made fun dresses and outfits for special events together.

The collaboration continues as Gillian and her mother, Maggie, are both teaching at Lilax Studio!

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Costume Design at the

University of Winnipeg

In her final years at the University of Winnipeg, Gillian rediscovered her passion for creating unique costumes and clothing through their theater department's costuming course.

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a powerhouse

Entrepreneur

In 2016, Gillian founded her own company called "Enchanting Fabrications", proudly catering to "nerd culture" via custom accessories, one-of-a-kind cosplays, and deluxe costuming.

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working in the

Winnipeg Film Industry

Aside from running her own company and teaching at Lilax Studios, Gillian also works as a "stitcher" for various costume departments in Winnipeg's film industry.

Get excited to learn with Gillian: a multi-talented, hardworking creative!

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