Xmas Carol covers several time periods, from the 1820s, I think, up to
the 1860s. There are some 1860s patterns out there and I think I saw
an early 1800s pattern while looking the other day. You don't have to
build them all, do you? That would be a tremendous undertaking. I
would try to borrow or rent most of them or if you have a stock, see
what you have on hand you could modify. When I costumed the play
several years ago for a melodrama theatre, we even changed the period,
so that it went from the 1860s up through the 1890s, or something like
that, since our existing stock was mostly 1890s anyhow. Then I
modified existing stock. For example, I found a 50s style prom dress
that worked as an 1860s style with some work, and I found an old empire
style dress that became an 1820s dress. I find it fun and challenging
to rebuild garments that way.
Sylrog
On Sep 28, 2006, at 7:47 AM, Lyonet wrote:
Greetings,
I have been asked to be the head (gulp) of costuming for "A Christmas
Carol" styled play.
I know very little about this time period. The costumes only need to
past the 20' rule.
Are there any big 3 patterns that would work?
Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Lyonet (who would be happy not to be in charge of this venture)
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