Where are you located? I ask because there are some Victorian costume classes about to start around here (San Francisco bay area). It is a series of classes, starting with underwear and moving on to the outer garments, meant for folks who wish to make their own costume for the Dickens Fair (1840-1860-ish). If you are interested, I'll send you the info.
-----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, February 13, 2008 12:42 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [h-cost] Re: Black Linen Hello all, I am new to the list and this is my first post! :) In regards to the dilemma with what to do with the 5 plus yards of black linen, I know from experience that when something good like that lands on your lap it's very hard to chose a project with it later, my bins are full of about 5 yd cuts of absolutely gorgeous satins and laces that I am afraid to use because there is only enough for one dainty outfit and then it's gone. When the black linen comes to mind, the late Victorian or Edwardian period definitely is a good era to use it on, so many suits and things were made with black linen. In fact, the dress Rose's mother is wearing in the scene when they are touring the ship comes to mind also. You can make a slim walking suit with that and use a white silk and light coloured or even brightly coloured lace in addition to that. I need some advice on accessory making, particularly hats. I have only made one hat and it was entirely without the assistance of a purchased pattern. I would like to start making more Victorian and Edwardian era small accessories as well, not just garments though I am not sure where to start or what formal techniques other costumers use! Do the majority who have made them use both patterns and techniques acquired from a hat making class? Justine:) ________________________________________________________________________ More new features than ever. Check out the new AOL Mail ! - http://webmail.aol.com _______________________________________________ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume _______________________________________________ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
