First time posting so hope this is right!
I'm actually doing just this for Christmas! I've had something planned for each
family member all year, mostly to learn the period skills and build my
portfolio. Since I'm broke and already giving them these, I've made them their
Christmas presents! Exc
I only got some small notions in my stocking, but I got the only book I truly
wanted this year: The Entrepreneur's Guide to Sewn Product Manufacturing by
Kathleen Fasanella. It's not really for historical costuming but will be
helpful since I'm starting a costuming business.
On the other hand,
I've had the website up for weeks and have been debating about going. Event
I've never been to one before so not only don't know what to expect but also
I'm not sure the best way to join in. While I know a lot, I wouldn't call
myself an expert in many areas. Any ideas/advice for a first timer?
Sorry I ant include exact dates as I'm at work and it's a hassle to look it up
on my phone!
Indigo dyes were around for a long time. However, they were made from extracts
of plants. This process was extremely costly for the plants themselves, it took
multiple baths in the he in order to reach
Sorry, 1860's not 1760's!
Michael Deibert
OAS AAS LLS
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On Feb 1, 2011, at 18:04, Marie Stewart wrote:
> Hi folks.
> I must, respectfully, disagree with Ann on a point about the color Prussian
> Blue Prussian Blue is defined as absorbing wavelengths about around 680 nm,
> ca
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> In a message dated 2/1/2011 6:20:28 P.M. Eastern Standard Time,
> michaeljdeib...@gmail.com writes:
>
> Sorry I ant include exact dates as I'm at work and it's a hassle to look
> it up on my phone!
>
> Indigo dyes were around for a long time. However,
I might have to catch that if I can. When I was at Clarion University, one of
our shows for the 2005-2006 season was "The Triangle Factory Fire Project." by
Christopher Piehler. I was only on crew for the run but it was a really moving
piece about the incident, told through the stories of those
Replying on my phone so I apologize for any typos I miss! And I apologize if I
cone across as arguing, want to make sure we're on the same page in
understanding even if it means I misunderstood something along the process of
learning.
No, the standard industry dress form does not work - unless
First, that book is one of the top ones on my wish list! Perhaps I can scavenge
the money for it bow that I've a specific reason!
While I'm aiming for Victorian, the style and shape will be geared more towards
the "average customer" who really wouldn't care if it was early or late
victorian. I
gt; Which century are you researching?? I think you can perhaps start?with
>> wikipedia if you don't have Waugh, yet. The spoon busk was quite before the
>> 19th C. so it wouldn't be considered for the Victorian period anyway.? If
>> you mean to be historical, I think th
Sharon,
I personally Believe that there is no wrong question, but I can't vouch for
everyone.
I too am interested in what everyone's opinions and theories are regarding
gores in corsets. I believe someone already mentioned that gores went out of
fashion when things became industrialized due to
To add my two cents, a tripod is extremely helpful but also remember that many
museums, while they allow non-flash photography, do not allow the use of
tripods. If you have access to actually look at the garments in research areas,
not sure what is allowed or not but I've yet to tackle that yet.
Does the roughly quarter-sized dress form I made count?
That currently has my trial mock up of the contouche and appropriate
undergarments that next week will become the life-sized version for my mother.
Add to that list, my sister's crinolines day dress I need to finish with trim,
and if I'm
As far as the men go, you could always tell them that tights are your costume
unless you'd rather go naked - its worked for me before when I've hit issues
with men not wanting to wear tights. Or depending if you're aiming for a
specific decade or just renaissance in general, you could get by wit
> As always seems to happen, my sewing area and supplies have exploded and then
> forced back into various places thus scattering pieces and supplies for
> various projects. I'm looking for a sturdy, clear bag that I can hang on a
> hanger, thereby allowing me to put all supplies, notions, and t
After sewing using my mothers machine, I picked up an older metal machine from
St. Vincent De Paul for $7. Swapped out the electrical plug and it works
amazingly. Can't determine the brand or year but it's held up better than my
mothers machine. Many of the newer machines out there are mostly pl
Does the corset have to be for the students? And how are you planning to deal
with fittings and such, students pairing up and fitting each other? If so, one
simple option would be that if the students who wish (either the males or the
one female you mentioned), could bring in a friend or someone
All our Walmarts got rid of their fabric awhile back - but they've brought it
back. It's not what it was and it is hit and miss, but its better than nothing.
What I've found with our JoAnns is that so many things are on sale and as such,
coupons are useless - if I really need to use a coupon on
I don't sew much at the moment (work keeps me busy in OT) but if I were to buy
an iron, I would get a gravity feed one without thinking. They are a bit
pricier but aren't horrible if you ask around - and like a Uniquely You dress
form is pricier but worth it, so is a gravity feed iron.
Michael
Unsure about forums but www.foundationsrevealed.com has sections in bra making
and construction but it is a membership site with a few beginning articles for
free.
Also www.patternschool.com has some good articles. It's based with swimsuits
and stretch patterning but also has helpful info on b
While I appreciate the details and discussing the exhibit and book, can we
please refrain from replying only to say "please add my name to the list?"
If I recall, Astrida has said that once the details regarding purchasing the
book are settled, they will be posted on here for all to know. Perhap
Unfortunately I'm still settling in after moving into my own place and getting
things set up - not to mention having little spare time. I do have some
unfinished projects I really should work on: a hand sewn kilt that just needs
the lining; a français that needs things stitched down, sleeves add
Another huge factor is whether you'd musicians are they rehearsing in their
corsets or just wearing them for performances? It is fully capable to sing of
play an instrument corseted but they MUST rehearse and practice doing so.
That aside, elastic panels would help,
Michael Deibert
OAS AAS LL
Sorry, hit the send button too soon!
Elastic panels could help bit perhaps adapting the style would be better. A
mesh or sports corset might provide enough give while also providing enough
support for the period.
Lastly, would be a style that would not need a corset. Perhaps the light boning
I believe those same patterns have been up for a good couple of years. But yes,
quite nice to have more men's patterns!
Michael Deibert, NRP
OAS AAS LLS
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> On Feb 1, 2016, at 20:25, Marjorie Wilser wrote:
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> Nice that they are doing the men, who are so often neglected when
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