Hi! I need stays for my 18th century...ish dress, and I am considering buying this simplicity pattern. But I am…
On 18th Century Stays – Q&A about Simplicity 8162
What's a good fabric to use as more of an everyday petticoat? Wool, linen, some type of cotton, what's a…
On How To Make An 18th Century Petticoat
Oh my gosh, this is absolutely stunning! Having just watched this particular episode of Outlander for the first time last…
On The Red Dress Project: Challenges
I'm not a blogger or a costumer. I'm one of those folks who dreams of one day giving it a…
On The Pretty Picture: Blogging For Costumers
Beautiful construction.
On 1960s Emma Peel – My First Cosplay Ever
Gosh that spider looks like an Australian Redback Spider, but without the red.
On The Red Dress Project: Challenges
Yes, the skirt and the bodice are separate. Normally in 18th century dress, the skirt and bodice are sewn together…
On The Red Dress Project: Challenges
There is one thing worse than finding a spider in your half-made dress... I sew in the garage at home…
On The Red Dress Project: Challenges
In a weird way this is probably the most apt spider for this dress. 🙂
On The Red Dress Project: Challenges
Step 4 of Simplicity pattern: in case of poisonous spider sighting on fabric, burn house down. Return to step 1!…
On The Red Dress Project: Challenges