Re: [h-cost] Steampunk Ideas
I made up the Laughing Moon Sporting Costume as a bicycling costume but have worn it to a SteamPunk event. It is actually a fun pattern but I did need some help fitting the jacket. The skirt, leggings and spats went together quite easily. I would recommend that you measure your calves before making the spats just in case they are not the right size for you, it's easier to modify them before cutting the fabric! (as is the case with all patterns) There are actually a few silly pictures of the outfit on this page http://homepage.mac.com/gawne/PhotoAlbum14.html hope that helps... Agnes From: Regina Voorhes reginalaws...@gmail.com To: h-costume@mail.indra.com Subject: [h-cost] Steampunk ideas Message-ID: d995e66f0912012203j72e07d8dxe5eef400d7ddc...@mail.gmail.com Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 I am looking for a pattern, available in plus sizes, for a military-looking Steampunk outfit. I plan to do a sporting-type suit, and was wondering if anyone knows about Truly Victorian's split skirt and 183 Riding Habit Bodice or Laughing Moon's 1890's Sporting Costume with Leggings patterns? I have never used either maker, but I am a very experienced historical costumer. Ever, Regina in L.A. ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Steampunk ideas
I made the split skirt and was very happy with the way it went together and the directions. I am a total incompetent when it comes to reading pattern directions, which it why I drape my own or throw them away. I'm always saying you want me to do WHAT! since they are written in a dialect of English I've never learned. The Truly Victorian split skirt was different. It has turned out well. I am short so I wish I had cut it to the Bicycle length which would have been perfectly above floor length on my 5'2 frame. I made it out of wool and the next time I use the pattern I will flat line with something like a lining cotton or some of the cheap linen I bought a lot of and have regretted ever since (think of bandages and you get the idea of the weave). As it is not I wear a pair of ankle length rayon pajama bottoms with elastic in the ankle. I have since bought the full skirt pattern and the Edwardian Corset as well as a busk. I think the corset is going to need a buddy to fit though! Look out when fitting the leggings for the fatted Calf phenomenon. I have lovely late Victorian style boots (half boots) that actually zip the side, or would except for those of us who eat well and exercise rarely. Regina in Portland, Oregon (gotta watch out or they will put you in Maine!) Subject: [h-cost] Steampunk ideas I am looking for a pattern, available in plus sizes, for a military-looking Steampunk outfit. I plan to do a sporting-type suit, and was wondering if anyone knows about Truly Victorian's split skirt and 183 Riding Habit Bodice or Laughing Moon's 1890's Sporting Costume with Leggings patterns? I have never used either maker, but I am a very experienced historical costumer. Ever, Regina in L.A. ___ 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
[h-cost] Steampunk ideas
I am looking for a pattern, available in plus sizes, for a military-looking Steampunk outfit. I plan to do a sporting-type suit, and was wondering if anyone knows about Truly Victorian's split skirt and 183 Riding Habit Bodice or Laughing Moon's 1890's Sporting Costume with Leggings patterns? I have never used either maker, but I am a very experienced historical costumer. Ever, Regina in L.A. ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Steampunk ideas
I've got the split skirt pattern, and it looks very easy peasy to put together from what I read of the instructions, but I haven't done so yet. I like the look of the Riding Habit bodice for the steampunk look. Kimiko 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/ From: Regina Voorhes reginalaws...@gmail.com To: h-costume@mail.indra.com Sent: Tue, December 1, 2009 10:03:28 PM Subject: [h-cost] Steampunk ideas I am looking for a pattern, available in plus sizes, for a military-looking Steampunk outfit. I plan to do a sporting-type suit, and was wondering if anyone knows about Truly Victorian's split skirt and 183 Riding Habit Bodice or Laughing Moon's 1890's Sporting Costume with Leggings patterns? I have never used either maker, but I am a very experienced historical costumer. Ever, Regina in L.A. ___ 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
Re: [h-cost] Steampunk ideas
I am not quite sure what you are aiming for, since steampunk is a kind of fantasy. But, some suggestions for the late 19th century. Obviously there were different kinds of sports--swimming, riding, and so on--that required distinctive clothes: A riding habit bodice with accessories was instantly recognizable as such. However, for general sporty wear, such as brisk walking, shooting, or even mountain climbing, the attire was often a walking skirt and bodice, as plain as the era would allow--but when everything was worn with bustles and had drapery, likewise with walking skirts. The bodices worn for such outfits were fairly simple, but often a vest or vest front/faux vest was allowable. For a military look, military arrangements of rows of braid across the front of the bodice (generally without any vest in this case) were popular in the 1880s. Hope this helps. Fran Lavolta Press Books of historic clothing patterns http://www.lavoltapress.com Regina Voorhes wrote: I am looking for a pattern, available in plus sizes, for a military-looking Steampunk outfit. I plan to do a sporting-type suit, snip ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
