Yup. I've updated the corset diary again. Just click here to see it.
I've also been working on valances for the family room windows using Simplicity 4997. I'm not using the pattern for its simplicity (pardon the pun!)-- I'm using it because it's cute! The pattern is very easy, and turns out really nice. I'm making up view "A" with a plaid decorator fabric and a contrasting fabric for the back panel -- I've already finished two valances save for the buttons.
Well, I've got to go now -- even if I didn't, I don't really have much else to say!
-Rebekah
Showing posts with label Historic Costuming. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Historic Costuming. Show all posts
Sunday, July 30, 2006
Sunday, July 23, 2006
New Diary Updated!
Just posting here to say that I've updated the regency corset diary, and you can read all about the project if you simply click here. I've just published a very long post that was written by me last night. I'll try to post here every time I update it ( just as I'm doing now). I have more to write about the project, so I need to post again later. Anyhow, if you'd like to see how the corset is coming along, I have a detailed account to for you to read!
Wednesday, April 05, 2006
Victorian Corset Pictures
I finally found the time to get some photos of my Victorian corset uploaded!
To make this corset, I used the Laughing Moon Ladies' Victorian Underwear pattern, "china twill" (100% cotton) for the outmost layer, and pillow ticking (100% cotton) for the lining. I purchased all of the special corset making supplies (boning, cotton twill tape, lacing, ect.) from Farthingales and Corsetmaking.com. I purchased the grommets and grommet setting kit from the Laughing Moon Mercantile (click on first link).
The pattern was pretty simple to follow, but the fitting steps can be rather involved. It is worth it, however, to go through the process of fitting the corset with a cheap material before constructing the final corset (because of the close fit). I would definately recommend this pattern to someone who would like to make her first corset. It explains the construction methods very well, and aside from the fitting stage, it only requires basic sewing techniques and a few special materials :)
-Rebekah
Note: The chemise pictured in the photos was made using a pattern that I drafted while following the free instructions at Elizabeth Stewart Clark's website. The instructions were easy to follow, and the pattern probably didn't take more than half hour to draft. I am pleased with the way it turned out, other than the neckline being a little narrower than I would have preferred ( which was caused by a mistake that I made while taking measurements).
To make this corset, I used the Laughing Moon Ladies' Victorian Underwear pattern, "china twill" (100% cotton) for the outmost layer, and pillow ticking (100% cotton) for the lining. I purchased all of the special corset making supplies (boning, cotton twill tape, lacing, ect.) from Farthingales and Corsetmaking.com. I purchased the grommets and grommet setting kit from the Laughing Moon Mercantile (click on first link).
The pattern was pretty simple to follow, but the fitting steps can be rather involved. It is worth it, however, to go through the process of fitting the corset with a cheap material before constructing the final corset (because of the close fit). I would definately recommend this pattern to someone who would like to make her first corset. It explains the construction methods very well, and aside from the fitting stage, it only requires basic sewing techniques and a few special materials :)
-Rebekah
Note: The chemise pictured in the photos was made using a pattern that I drafted while following the free instructions at Elizabeth Stewart Clark's website. The instructions were easy to follow, and the pattern probably didn't take more than half hour to draft. I am pleased with the way it turned out, other than the neckline being a little narrower than I would have preferred ( which was caused by a mistake that I made while taking measurements).
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