PointeCreations

After a long hiatus, I am back! With the theaters closed, I have finally been able to restock my shop for the first time in quite a while. For those who are new here, hi! My name is Erica, and I'm a professional costume designer, costume builder, and dancer based in New York City. I have been dancing for 24 years, and during this time I have developed a passion for costuming; my first leotards were built for my own long torso and after many requests from friends, I developed more standardized ready-to-wear patterns. The majority of my pieces are built from small batch fabrics or remnant fabrics that would have otherwise ended up in a landfill, which means that they are typically one- or two-of-a-kind, and often can't be duplicated; that said, if you see something you like that's not in your size, send me a message and I'll see what I can do! Everything that you see here was built by me and only me; sizing guides are available in each item's description. Thanks for stopping by!

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5.0 (7)

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Monica on Oct 21, 2016

5 out of 5 stars

I'm in love with the Soldier Doll pointe shoe Erica made especially for my daughter. It's exactly what I wanted. I can't wait to give this to her on opening night of our local Nutcracker Ballet. I will definitely go to Erica for any future purchases.

RESERVED for Monica- Soldier Doll Pointe Shoe

RESERVED for Monica- Soldier Doll Pointe Shoe
Karyn on Aug 31, 2016

5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely stunning, over-the-top, amazing headpiece. I've never seen anything else like it. Seller was very informative, shipped immediately.

RESERVED for Karyn- Sugar Plum Fairy Headpiece

RESERVED for Karyn- Sugar Plum Fairy Headpiece
Inactive account on Feb 18, 2014

5 out of 5 stars

Beautiful on stage, it fit my daughters head perfect and headpiece is made to last.

La Bayadere Ballet Headpiece

La Bayadere Ballet Headpiece
Julie on Dec 14, 2013

5 out of 5 stars

Beautiful delicate detailing, unique design, and professional craftsmanship. Pointe Creations always has the most beautiful things!

Beaded Lace Barette

Beaded Lace Barette
Etsy buyer on Oct 2, 2013

5 out of 5 stars

Thank you! I love it.

RESERVED for Jerri Lynn R.

RESERVED for Jerri Lynn R.
Etsy buyer on May 18, 2021

5 out of 5 stars

Orange Mesh Top

Orange Mesh Top
Etsy buyer on Aug 16, 2016

5 out of 5 stars

Reserved Order for Jillian- Long Ballet Wrap Skirt

Reserved Order for Jillian- Long Ballet Wrap Skirt

About PointeCreations

Pointe Creations

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On Etsy since 2013

Pointe Creations

Designed for Choreographer Virginie Mecene. Students of the Ailey School. Photo by Mariah Gravelin.
Pointe shoe art for an auction in 2012.
Gold and multicolored tiara.
Designed for and modeled by students of the Ailey School. Photo by Nir Arieli.

Dance Costuming, Art, and Headpieces

Pointe Creations began in 2004 as a name under which artist Erica Johnston designed pointe shoe artwork for local auctions to benefit the academy of dance where she trained growing up. It has since evolved into a wide-ranging variety of dance related costume design. After graduating with her BFA in Dance Performance from Butler University in 2014, Erica chased her dreams to New York City. She currently resides in Manhattan and has danced for two seasons with the Victory Dance Project. She frequently designs and stitches for the Ailey School and Marymount Manhattan College. Additional wardrobe, stitching, and/or design credits include: Ailey II, Mook Dance Company, Jose Limon, Complexions Contemporary Ballet, Philadanco, Barnard College, Jessica Lang Dance, and ABT's Make a Ballet.

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Erica Johnston

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Erica works as a freelance wardrober, stitcher & designer in NYC. Credits: AAADT, Ailey II, Ailey School, PCDC, Victory Dance Project, Jessica Lang, MMC, Philadanco, Complexions Contemporary Ballet, Butler Ballet, Jose Limon, & more.

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Last updated on January 23, 2023

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