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[gwendolyngrey]

I've been sewing my butt off these past couple days... if I ever want to have an 18th cen dress to wear this summer to Mackinac, then I really have to get cracking. Happily, my stays (nifty link to website synop...) are now finished as of this afternoon. I still don't have a busk, but hey! It's wearable, and it fits... I'm happy. Unfortunately I have spent almost all my time sewing while watching Stargate (the seventh and eighth seasons specifically) and my inner voice is sounding very much like Jack O'Niel. 

Also unfortunaly, my camara is all out of whack, and the getting a good picture is so iffy that this one (although very green and...bright) is a wonder and a marvel.


Not to mention my Slytherin tie and white shirt have both recently arrived in the mail... the only thing now between me and the releases in July 
is a small, grey skirt.................... aaaand 34-44 days...

Comments

[opheliamisera.livejournal.com]

Gorgeous! I want one! I'm quite unhappy with my 18th century stays, and you have just inspired me. I foresee fabric shopping. Beautiful work, and it looks just lovely on you!

[elven-minority.livejournal.com]

Awesome! I'm going to be attempting to make an 18th century corset this summer (along with pocket hoops and a robe a l'anglaise) because... I'm crazy.
Any tips?

[idlewild-grey.livejournal.com]

Tips? Um... make a mock-up, and when it doesn't fit, make another and another and another if necessary.

Read all the dress diaries you can find... learning from other people's mistakes and successes is better than any book. Speaking of which, are you familiar with most of the historical costumers (and their websites) on the internet?

[padawansguide.livejournal.com]

Those are so pretty! I love the fabric!

[idlewild-grey.livejournal.com]

Thanks! The fabric IS luscious isn't it? It was a Christmas present, so I can't even claim the choosing of it... I have such amazing friends...

[girliegirl32786.livejournal.com]

Very pretty! It makes me want a new pair of stays. :)

[idlewild-grey.livejournal.com]

Aw, thanks! If I'm still in the country when you get married, I'll remind you all you want!

[tayloropolis.livejournal.com]

Oooohhh...pretty, pretty stays