costuming
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Favorite Suppliers part 1: Fabrics and Notions
In light of Joann Fabrics closing (sigh)… I’m sharing a list of my favorite non-Joann fabric/notion/supply shops. I think this might be part one of three posts. I’ll focus on general fabrics/notions resources here, historic/costume specific resources in another post, and maybe favorite specific ITEMS in a third. I’m not sponsored by anybody, these are Continue reading
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1910’s Suffragette Blouse and Skirt
Patterns used: Scroop Patterns Kilbirnie Skirt, Folkwear Armistice Blouse Blouse Materials: Dobby cotton fabric, cotton thread, antique mother of pearl buttons Skirt materials: Silk (drapery weight shantung/taffeta), silk thread, fabric covered button blanks, ribbon, metal snaps Changes made to blouse pattern: I omitted the back gathers and waist band ties. I also omitted snaps/buttons from Continue reading
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Linen Amalia Jacket, plus accessories
Patterns used: Scroop and Virgil’s Fine Goods Amalia Jacket (view A), 1780’s black silk bonnet (pattern from The American Duchess guide to 18th century beauty). Materials used for jacket: 100% linen fabric, cotton muslin, cotton thread Materials used for petticoat: 100% linen fabric, cotton thread, cotton twill tape Materials used for silk market bonnet: Silk Continue reading
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Walking Cage Crinoline
In preparation for an upcoming trip to Gettysburg this fall, I needed to make one critical undergarment – a cage crinoline. So fun! I’ve always wanted one! But also – WHAT A PAIN IN THE BUTT TO MAKE!! Pattern used: Truly Victorian TV142 1856 Walking Cage Crinoline Materials used: Hoop boning + casing (purchased from Continue reading
About Me
Hello, I’m Spencer (she/her), a thirty-something creative living in the historic suburbs of Philadelphia. In 2022, I began sewing historical costumes again after a 16-year break. Follow along to see bits of my projects, some pattern reviews, and how I adapt styles to fit my plus-sized body!
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