I'm already sewing!

[theladyrebecca]

I finished the chemisette on the bus home on Friday, like I thought I would. Here's a pic:



I also started work on my 1890s skirt on Friday night, by cutting out the pattern pieces and the actual skirt pieces, using the Butterick walking skirt pattern on the plaid heavy cotton I found at the Bargain Basement. Today, I finished up the skirt completely, including the hem.


I also figured out my design for the whole 1890s ensemble. It is largely based on these two fashion plates.



I've already cut and sewn the plaid lower sleeves, and figured out the math for the changes I need to make to the bodice pattern (from Jean Hunnisett). I'm picking up all my stuff from my wonderful CoCo roommate tomorrow, including my pattern drafting paper, so I might be able to actually size it up tomorrow. I'm also going to Joanns to pick up fabric for my BF's Halloween costume, so I'm hoping maybe I'll find a suitable sleeve/neckline fabric there - I'm going for a crisp off-white cotton, and it would be amazing if it had a super-subtle vertical stripe. 

Comments

[starlightmasque.livejournal.com]

WOW! You are always so impressive with the quick production!

[theladyrebecca.livejournal.com]

That's why I went with the 1890s skirt. Quick and easy!

[mala-14.livejournal.com]

Oooh love the plaid!

[theladyrebecca.livejournal.com]

Thanks! I saw it at the bargain basement and just knew it wanted to be an 1890s walking skirt!

[sadievale.livejournal.com]

fun project, good luck!