In a message dated 6/6/2006 11:13:40 P.M. Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
So far we've published one for the late 1860s, two for the late 1870s and early 1880s, and two for 1900-1909. Details are on our website, _http://www.lavoltapress.com_ (http://www.lavoltapress.com) . I just wanted to put in a plug for the Lavolta Press pattern books of the late '70s. We used them last spring in our construction of "A Doll's House" at the College of Santa Fe (1879). Although I prefer draping to flat patterning, I found them extremely useful in the placement of seams and arrangement of back draperies. This is a period (between bustles) that can be difficult to find, as many books just skip right over it. It was also a new period for me to work in, which was exciting. Also, the R. L. Shep book from about the same period includes an extensive section at the back on proper etiquette in the wearing of women's garments from the period. (the binding fell apart almost immediately and I will have to have it rebound). Overall, I have found that the books from both of these small publishers to be extremely helpful. Cheryl Odom College of Santa Fe _______________________________________________ h-costume mailing list [email protected] http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
