Here is a picture of the fabric.
I also have all of the supplies for my 1860s corset. I just need to have the pattern draped on me with duck tape. I know it sounds weird, but it should work! Draping my own pattern I think is the best way for me. As I would have to do many changes to a commercial pattern.
Helping me through this process is Mrs. Clark "Practical Prinkery" book. http://www.elizabethstewartclark.com/PP/index.htm (Scroll all the way down)
I haven't decided on my dress style yet, though I should. Any ideas anyone? Oh, and I'm hand sewing my chemise right now.
~Ashley
5 comments:
That fabric is beautiful!!
Do you know yet whether you are wanting to have an upper-, middle-, or lower-class look to your dress? I might have some ideas...
I forgot that little detail didn't I? I'm thinking middle-class, eldest daughter of a pastor, who lives in the South.
What pretty fabric!
Ashley,
What fun you are going to have!!! I think I would absolutely go with a gathered bodice that closes up the front. It is the most accurate for a cotton dress from the era. Beyond that you can do all sorts of sleeves and trim details and buttons down the front if you want too! Jewel necklines are the most appropriate too and I think you are right on track with a nice day dress considering the impression that you are going for!
Have fun!
Blessings,
Bethany
Thank you, Bethany! It's nice to know that I'm going in the right direction for my impression. :) I'll have to file away your ideas in my research folder.
~Ashley
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