Would good pattern matching make the stripes look better when pinned, then, you think?
On A New 1780s CandyStripe Italian Gown
Question, if you can get around to it. Isn't the front supposed to be cut on the bias? I have…
On A New 1780s CandyStripe Italian Gown
I'm wondering...the brown waistcoat could be for an older boy, still slim in the torso, so not needing the CF…
On 18th Century Riding Habit Waistcoats for Women
After reading a little about Japanese hairstyles of period courtesans and geisha, I'm wondering if Georgian ladies (or their hairdressers)…
On V280: Our First Day in Colonial Williamsburg
Marquise.de has a detailed guide about stays: http://marquise.de/en/1700/howto/frauen/18corset.shtml
On Patterns and Books for 18th Century Stays
Absolutely stunning creations!
On 2017 – Costuming Year in Review
Thanks for raising this issue. I agree that it is the type of thing Mozilla should be doing...
On Podcast Episode 13: Flappers, Fringe, and Fashion with Zoë Beery
I made my stays from your pattern with help from your blog. They fit perfect, but are laced closed both…
On Patterns and Books for 18th Century Stays
I found the Mantua Maker stays to be a good pattern and the instructions easy to follow.
On Patterns and Books for 18th Century Stays
There should be negative ease in the pattern - you want about a 2" gap in the back. Unfortunately once…
On Patterns and Books for 18th Century Stays