This is Not Lutterloh!!
Way past vintage into history.
I am going to the Marching Through History Event at Prado Park on October 2 and 3. I am part of a dance group and I needed a new dress. Pushing the deadline, as I work 7 to 7 during the week, I finished the out fit a few minutes ago.
The blue dress is in the Robe Anglaise style. Hook and eye front closing bodice with an attached open skirt, 4 yards of material pleated into the bottom edge of ¾ of the bodice. The front of the skirt is open to show the petticoat (underskirt). The sleeves fold back to form self-cuffs.
The challenge: This dress is designed for people with small breasts and waists. I am a size 18 apple shaped woman with very narrow shoulders and ample breasts and waist. It took 6 paper patterns and 3 fabric muslins to get a good fit.
The petticoat is a simple gathered shirt with hook and eye closure. 3 yards of material hand pleated into a waistband. The pattern is called Gramercy Park. Roses on a light yellow background.
The chemise is a simple T with a drawstring neckline and long sleeves to protect me from the sun.
I am going to the Marching Through History Event at Prado Park on October 2 and 3. I am part of a dance group and I needed a new dress. Pushing the deadline, as I work 7 to 7 during the week, I finished the out fit a few minutes ago.
The blue dress is in the Robe Anglaise style. Hook and eye front closing bodice with an attached open skirt, 4 yards of material pleated into the bottom edge of ¾ of the bodice. The front of the skirt is open to show the petticoat (underskirt). The sleeves fold back to form self-cuffs.
The challenge: This dress is designed for people with small breasts and waists. I am a size 18 apple shaped woman with very narrow shoulders and ample breasts and waist. It took 6 paper patterns and 3 fabric muslins to get a good fit.
The petticoat is a simple gathered shirt with hook and eye closure. 3 yards of material hand pleated into a waistband. The pattern is called Gramercy Park. Roses on a light yellow background.
The chemise is a simple T with a drawstring neckline and long sleeves to protect me from the sun.
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