Very cool. What a neat thing to make with your time. I love it. These that are pictured are gorgeous.
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Hi, Lauren! For what it's worth, that skirt seam issue is totally period. It's just what happens to a straight…
On ORANGE! Regency Test Dress In Progress
Hi! I love your blog so much that i've nominated you for a Very Inspiring Blogger Award! http://fairyfingers.blogspot.ca/2013/04/very-inspiring-blogger-award.html By the…
On ORANGE! Regency Test Dress In Progress
Yeah, it definitely needs scaling! I'm about a 32" under the bust.
On ORANGE! Regency Test Dress In Progress
I haven't finished the dress yet, but so far I've noticed two things - one is that the neckline for…
On ORANGE! Regency Test Dress In Progress
Scene in the Past, thank you for the explanation (I was fuzzy on it, too). I like the fuller skirt…
On ORANGE! Regency Test Dress In Progress
Oh, that is a very good idea! I will have to look for some netting or something sheer to go…
On ORANGE! Regency Test Dress In Progress
If I may answer your question about gored skirts: Yes, they did exist. Broadly speaking, they're more appropriate for 1810…
On ORANGE! Regency Test Dress In Progress
Hi, Lauren -- Just scoped out the pattern diagram you posted -- looks like if you want some serious cartridge…
On ORANGE! Regency Test Dress In Progress
Hi, Meg -- I was thinking the same thing about a sheer overlay to take the curse off the bright…
On ORANGE! Regency Test Dress In Progress