Hi all, This is more of a how-to do sewing technique question, but it does apply to historical clothing.
I made up a new silk damask early 16th c. gown, which came out wonderfully for the most part, except for one major problem. The gown was closed down the center front with hooks & bars, as it was the only way I could think of to close the center front, doing an overlap. I don't use hooks & bars, or eyes, very often for a stressed situation. I usually lace closures shut. Usually I use hooks & bars or threadbars on small cuffs or to close a skirt closed where it doesn't show, and/or the item isn't under stress. Well, these were a little stressed, although I made the outer kirtle at least an inch bigger than the supporting petticoat (which was fully laced shut), and then redid the seams to make it even a bit looser. But the outer fabric pulled back and the hooks could be seen down the middle of the bodice front. It was not very attractive and made me feel uncomfortable wearing it. How do I prevent this from happening again? Does anyone have a good book or site or something that will help me? I'd love to improve on this so I don't feel so self conscious about what I am wearing. Thanks in advance. Kimiko Small http://www.kimiko1.com "Be the change you want to see in the world." ~ Ghandi The Tudor Lady's Wardrobe pattern http://www.margospatterns.com/ _______________________________________________ h-costume mailing list [email protected] http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
