Get A Wiggle On

Or, Civil War Era Seperates.

Teasing peek of finished Stays Lemon spotted stash fabric-odd. It has this short furry tezture on one side with silky dots, and reverse on the opposite. The lining was a thick cotton, almost like a fleece. I used size 18 renaissance stay, from the pattern that compliments my corderoy ren dress. To bone it I was first thinking zip ties, but unfortunately they prooved too short for the corset. So, my basket reed, it is! Its flat, about 1/2 an inch wide and very springy. I used black thread for reasons numbering two. Firstly, because I had a full bobbin of black thread. Always the best incentive. Secondly, because I can clearly see my boning lines to assist me in positioning. I ended by using the black bias tape to finish it. Sort of a bumblebee Stay type thing. Spent an hour or so boning (hehe), first penning down the lines on the Right side of the lining, then inserting the boning itself. Of course, knowing my luck, some of the boning channe...

                 Just a real quick pic-update here. My mom and I are gearing up for a civil war era sewing fest. HOWEVER, I began making my Renaissance faire outfit and so she did the same and now we are currently neck deep in pearling, beading, stays, bum rolls and thick, heaving velvety fabric. Anyway, in expectation of the coming Civil War Era, we repurposed this bed sheet thing as a petticoat!

All Behold! Repurposed Kermit Leather Bag Into Waist Cincher Corset! 3/4's DONE More Kermit Below

Another Personal Style Ideal thing. Not of the sewing persuasion. Feel free to ignore.