Though my dress came out wonderfully, getting to that point seemed a bit of a hassle. I was supposed to have a total of 4 appts (initial appt and 3 more) but I ended up having to go 7 times!! Two of my appts were never written down on her book ...(though she had written them down on my appt card) so I showed up for nothing. I showed up for what I had understood to be my final fitting thinking I would be taking my dress with me but there was more planned work to be done - not because my size changed and she had to do more. Luckily, I started the process with plenty of time before the wedding and didn't have to stress with the time frame.
Again, at the end, my dress came out perfect. I would only recommend if you are patient, live close enough so that a wasted trip isn't too bothersome, and have plenty of time for your dress to be completed.