I haven't tried their patterns before. I was in a rush and ended up using a modified version of the bodice from Simplicity 7756 and the sleeves from8735. They work well enough, but the back neckline of the bodice is quite high and the sleeves require some adjustign and fitting as well. I've heard good thing about Kass' pattern.
I think you should be fine on the skirt construction. As was mentioned before, the velvet will probably try to slip around, so lining it is a good idea. Personally, while I love the rich fabrics, I think the wool versions come out just as nice. Most of the ones I've seen online are done up in wool too. Beteena Paradise wrote: I already have the Period Patterns one, but my previous experience with them is that it is so much work to refit the pattern that I could just as well create the pattern from scratch. Which I might just do. ;-) Otherwise I may get Kass' german ladies pattern. What did you use? Also, I was thinking of doing the alternating colors of the skirts by sewing together the bands of fabric instead of applique (reverse or regular). That is why I was concerned about he difference in weight between the damask and the silk velvet. But I could get a heavier cotton velvet which might work better and not be as slippery. I am also thinking of doing a plainer version in wool first to get the kinks worked out and then do one in the grander fabrics. _________________________________________________________________ Peek-a-boo FREE Tricks & Treats for You! http://www.reallivemoms.com?ocid=TXT_TAGHM&loc=us_______________________________________________ h-costume mailing list [email protected] http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
