tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-44398155372335026522024-03-18T09:49:14.979-04:00The Perfect TouchJeanettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09186764620925579101noreply@blogger.comBlogger167125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4439815537233502652.post-74132525236544500932024-03-17T07:29:00.001-04:002024-03-18T09:48:39.949-04:00Sewing An 1825 Gown #ipartiedwithlafayette<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitmmIieJo5vnYHlWNJoC9ELrOKeY375c_MDwqwBOf0oxdcujobknhwbp3kXGunWicWiPIiEZwHgJoMIJuDIVHIwSOgZICPQqyTxkt6GuSRrgfM_ERnAwEDJg1srndY5lDD2CnNbXXl5uymN_5r1fNoBMqlgViUHA0ZVPF6PHC8QDYgUNkaKcJXHGmCkpbf/s1280/1825GownThumbnail.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitmmIieJo5vnYHlWNJoC9ELrOKeY375c_MDwqwBOf0oxdcujobknhwbp3kXGunWicWiPIiEZwHgJoMIJuDIVHIwSOgZICPQqyTxkt6GuSRrgfM_ERnAwEDJg1srndY5lDD2CnNbXXl5uymN_5r1fNoBMqlgViUHA0ZVPF6PHC8QDYgUNkaKcJXHGmCkpbf/s320/1825GownThumbnail.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">YouTube Companion Video: <a href="https://youtu.be/S0jf8Sr9aVI" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/S0jf8Sr9aVI</a></div><br /><p></p><p>It promised to be the event of the season! And there was I, with absolutely nothing to wear! Which is often the case since I flow between eras as easily as clouds on a summer breeze.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGcKR-qnE4jblFKm3x60WL4jZ8hD77ntGHgzGy-qbrg09LvzyilZPFXlAcEDx3ci1mEceHMk8BPUhjPDAeD3q4HkWYQrznjvbHZyZFPzJbAVTZRARciAvmgfZDcW3m-ZWmZdX5MhPT0fA45Jn_N0FK53C8PMKw3PEtdprubj4HQR_nKh58F1SQKB2cYkUj/s1202/356089695_10232039354663586_7162970387176288728_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1202" data-original-width="961" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGcKR-qnE4jblFKm3x60WL4jZ8hD77ntGHgzGy-qbrg09LvzyilZPFXlAcEDx3ci1mEceHMk8BPUhjPDAeD3q4HkWYQrznjvbHZyZFPzJbAVTZRARciAvmgfZDcW3m-ZWmZdX5MhPT0fA45Jn_N0FK53C8PMKw3PEtdprubj4HQR_nKh58F1SQKB2cYkUj/s320/356089695_10232039354663586_7162970387176288728_n.jpg" width="256" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The time would be 1824 and 1825 when Lafayette made his return tour of the United States. To honor the occasion I pulled everything from my personal library and began reading and pouring over illustrations. Two Centuries of Costume in America 1620 - 1820 Volumes I and II didn't extend into the fashion period.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtzlLrizh7hCxn4VEPAzqpRqwBO1CJeMThezIah9LTHxUoT30QZNlF1q1aDr5fPNk_gN3SlT-D0C8ZRMOaKteQPUyyp9yfd6kyE8-5cjrq4h4uO1FV-MC0yO76iHdgYMe2jKGtTVBApULQfd4vTXggetFZ27z2U1_JbRzd47Lxhcfr3Ru50djshuM4POQg/s2048/431663799_10233592703856345_1687807022857203431_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtzlLrizh7hCxn4VEPAzqpRqwBO1CJeMThezIah9LTHxUoT30QZNlF1q1aDr5fPNk_gN3SlT-D0C8ZRMOaKteQPUyyp9yfd6kyE8-5cjrq4h4uO1FV-MC0yO76iHdgYMe2jKGtTVBApULQfd4vTXggetFZ27z2U1_JbRzd47Lxhcfr3Ru50djshuM4POQg/s320/431663799_10233592703856345_1687807022857203431_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVl2Vnu1ygVlKy0Efi0_BcsmmnaeewHk3sh7yztb7QBwiGLX-Rmy9hTLmUXTrqBQY4J9EBOVNZ_OkvAgUm68ZFzt7cbDps2Z24f3ca8gNQLsPldjuvh1-R_jnWqoQRhaAyUphTDUx2EjaefVTOc6nsenM-jIvAV_kojxozAj3jEh3sDBWd9QFN-rpesh6T/s2048/431030149_10233592709216479_4871094261880788745_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVl2Vnu1ygVlKy0Efi0_BcsmmnaeewHk3sh7yztb7QBwiGLX-Rmy9hTLmUXTrqBQY4J9EBOVNZ_OkvAgUm68ZFzt7cbDps2Z24f3ca8gNQLsPldjuvh1-R_jnWqoQRhaAyUphTDUx2EjaefVTOc6nsenM-jIvAV_kojxozAj3jEh3sDBWd9QFN-rpesh6T/s320/431030149_10233592709216479_4871094261880788745_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Two Jane Austen fashion books weren't quite right either.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAxSXVZCCL4YiVdUQoVxVUO_351QgzDwN75G-djS3XlMxU284iwFcaLwj30z2HmM7A5yXJyqRoVT8X7rWWFlt3R03EbJgsD5bAfh6ubol0TzSGZ7eROnQl_Bh9oaIhtUZf6neyWLk0IPLHfcEyFN8hA4JM_dg-ZU_OTJ6vnZ3oSel_EW8PEg33Pv1ztodT/s2048/431641375_10233592737457185_1927528963422000145_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAxSXVZCCL4YiVdUQoVxVUO_351QgzDwN75G-djS3XlMxU284iwFcaLwj30z2HmM7A5yXJyqRoVT8X7rWWFlt3R03EbJgsD5bAfh6ubol0TzSGZ7eROnQl_Bh9oaIhtUZf6neyWLk0IPLHfcEyFN8hA4JM_dg-ZU_OTJ6vnZ3oSel_EW8PEg33Pv1ztodT/s320/431641375_10233592737457185_1927528963422000145_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfYfKpv4C1ajYyH2-vinvnZpclAg4K1LQDSy_J3rFfvkUv4Z0IvxtJjOAoUl-y8itjghyWNUFKAFz_gAl2dGmVrVzjSmxILC-VEp6kcTEOnhzZK1YWY6g_aPERP-wGRIiyPUwqnIyvIh7zJBeJOBmXxSZCLr7pRUXr3hyPCXNyDQ9ROuwMr0hfjnamupV1/s2048/431403510_10233592737657190_7696377739882969277_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfYfKpv4C1ajYyH2-vinvnZpclAg4K1LQDSy_J3rFfvkUv4Z0IvxtJjOAoUl-y8itjghyWNUFKAFz_gAl2dGmVrVzjSmxILC-VEp6kcTEOnhzZK1YWY6g_aPERP-wGRIiyPUwqnIyvIh7zJBeJOBmXxSZCLr7pRUXr3hyPCXNyDQ9ROuwMr0hfjnamupV1/s320/431403510_10233592737657190_7696377739882969277_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I have two books of the collections by Timely Tresses. One covers the period 1810 through 1819. And the second offered a selection from the years 1820 through 1839.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnB1kDRPQ_MKQm_YI9YvNzMF81UBMPURd3zyzze-fYsnpO5zdMa8rXO6Yzna6L0QlYrMn_8VoJrRLLVRe6zMVXaouonmfbrOYlHkJ7dR99ZBeqPA4x_ac1SDTQAygza69nSCIG8eU69stKAEPmWxJ3uezzkPh3L3lpt0kw6lhHxiSip84MbmtQ_9sERgtO/s2048/431733256_10233592738017199_5099038422361615194_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnB1kDRPQ_MKQm_YI9YvNzMF81UBMPURd3zyzze-fYsnpO5zdMa8rXO6Yzna6L0QlYrMn_8VoJrRLLVRe6zMVXaouonmfbrOYlHkJ7dR99ZBeqPA4x_ac1SDTQAygza69nSCIG8eU69stKAEPmWxJ3uezzkPh3L3lpt0kw6lhHxiSip84MbmtQ_9sERgtO/s320/431733256_10233592738017199_5099038422361615194_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Through this research I was led to the work of Rudolph Ackerman who, in 1809 applied his print and book-publishing business to the illustration of Repository of Arts, Literature, Fashions. The publication appeared monthly until 1829 by when forty volumes were completed. Ackermann's Repository is available on archive.org and I was able to read about fashion of 1825.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://archive.org/" target="_blank">https://archive.org/</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhP4OAwpLAOKSqc8SH5Kn5BEbgjnq_4AVT3yY4du3edjiAgS9-oYzRZNvq1f-Kf8fnfnokyHRmGgZ82bPkJ_alFiyqSW-L_Yl_Rlevf2MezuLL3dzCfmPFxRVEvtG2eZuTVMpDNgGr0WpyWjtpg0ZhbHy4Y72vpur6zNyjcj1ZtW9Vg-K9wUqbUFdS66RcG/s1634/366995268_10232423480186484_5656074506430797661_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1634" data-original-width="955" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhP4OAwpLAOKSqc8SH5Kn5BEbgjnq_4AVT3yY4du3edjiAgS9-oYzRZNvq1f-Kf8fnfnokyHRmGgZ82bPkJ_alFiyqSW-L_Yl_Rlevf2MezuLL3dzCfmPFxRVEvtG2eZuTVMpDNgGr0WpyWjtpg0ZhbHy4Y72vpur6zNyjcj1ZtW9Vg-K9wUqbUFdS66RcG/s320/366995268_10232423480186484_5656074506430797661_n.jpg" width="187" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">"The Repository of Arts, Literature, Fashions, Third Series, Volume 5, This work already honoured with His approbation is most humbly dedicated by Permission to His Majesty by his Grateful and Obedient Servant R. Ackermann"</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRzyiNRoymVybaILOcYAKzKgagVvUyyvlrGJx2bIYAxL6fgunUptUU7J4Iav3TmX7vaJgEmr88fNxh3s4dKU-2NoYTwbKo1cPimXM_Um7Gp5Ix0nonX6m2s9orj2DXHGpg-7GGQkc3pn6ByDYSOJs7bpgK3FrTwCk8va6eWGv-pWg3nRAJ0QCH3pQTbTya/s1350/370591165_10232510878651391_1795596537849573126_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1350" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRzyiNRoymVybaILOcYAKzKgagVvUyyvlrGJx2bIYAxL6fgunUptUU7J4Iav3TmX7vaJgEmr88fNxh3s4dKU-2NoYTwbKo1cPimXM_Um7Gp5Ix0nonX6m2s9orj2DXHGpg-7GGQkc3pn6ByDYSOJs7bpgK3FrTwCk8va6eWGv-pWg3nRAJ0QCH3pQTbTya/s320/370591165_10232510878651391_1795596537849573126_n.jpg" width="256" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">It was in this Volume I read descriptions of fashion, accessories, regional female fashion, and so much more.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1629" data-original-width="955" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmZ65NHKa8sbXj3wZZjIWeQhjQ8IvKA_bCwe0iVeUr3DUHDtQelkdg1XiVeIwXZMVoXpSaPzkokl3J0JK25OallxJBsO5VpCWp9lwMSEAkZ__6ALoE93USgvoNo-scUlg9E3pDKXGMxIjpdwP9vovsfceVL4w0JjfEWQ87rDWxSOtmWqfnG7KV-3NExvex/s320/367713313_10232423483506567_6888400478692804951_n.jpg" width="188" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And it was also here I discovered THE gown which actually took my breath away!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiypX8HALG-7qTW1kZIyl7972s3ZeG03VOPoAdNxMXSGzXKM3tYJeIfjt6Om8RccP-RW6JsS2PX6jn4E4KYhoB3aMFZYcrOgSoqMY6SEJJ-7Ch5V0iWzRJ-FB0O5KS5TnxgKnT1OmtebpnFzC-pt8HrA97HKdwayXN5QKVvn5tAiiGAiq0KOfxmlh2AqdyB/s2048/366941452_10232423484546593_2166028053678725985_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A full description of the gown and accessories was also available.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtd0pmZV6P2_o3GXb-CnoEK3_64Ryjp4reusZFpczmOuT8N1Eyy2YKUe53u_KY2RFfIOPgt7LpAKkr-Mjb3tlyQGpaJZ1a0Dl19XCKmoPRQY-48DaTe7L0LFbJ7XSyqDU2ur6q2mOPWauKMXdSZyo_mgwRoYbo5FAF-xb_iltccAVOtmZEdZT3GkCRvrDw/s1854/367468112_10232423485666621_871062533851968797_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1854" data-original-width="955" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtd0pmZV6P2_o3GXb-CnoEK3_64Ryjp4reusZFpczmOuT8N1Eyy2YKUe53u_KY2RFfIOPgt7LpAKkr-Mjb3tlyQGpaJZ1a0Dl19XCKmoPRQY-48DaTe7L0LFbJ7XSyqDU2ur6q2mOPWauKMXdSZyo_mgwRoYbo5FAF-xb_iltccAVOtmZEdZT3GkCRvrDw/s320/367468112_10232423485666621_871062533851968797_n.jpg" width="165" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;"><b>The Pattern</b></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Laughing Moon offers pattern #138 Ladies' Back Opening Regency Gown approximately 1815 to 1825. The options and instructions for varying bodice neck openings, sleeve designs and lengths, and hem treatment makes this pattern perfect for my needs. It has the flat front and full back skirt and slightly lowered waistline. I purchased the pattern online. (Link provided below)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimVribpvxswb_lZnyTMe7lQQbnqee5aZp-yWnqldNQw_slOImWIGjP6CJXP8nZPSJA6US7Gt4Z87Ni7tukOndrrx5aDlArjFIvGDXllYrHuwN9j63uoitodxy_H7H3h4s0DTqFnvEVohmTr1VAzWXw8Mt_L4GIN9pGO7ZcjjP7Q6uMwn85fLGD6IrfAdh-/s1041/366217917_10232382896451916_1485737524976018195_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1041" data-original-width="794" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimVribpvxswb_lZnyTMe7lQQbnqee5aZp-yWnqldNQw_slOImWIGjP6CJXP8nZPSJA6US7Gt4Z87Ni7tukOndrrx5aDlArjFIvGDXllYrHuwN9j63uoitodxy_H7H3h4s0DTqFnvEVohmTr1VAzWXw8Mt_L4GIN9pGO7ZcjjP7Q6uMwn85fLGD6IrfAdh-/s320/366217917_10232382896451916_1485737524976018195_n.jpg" width="244" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3PzJjr8-aJaH6RrxTR9WzFjZs-d4JKgM8PP7mv_yluxyYogNPDalrHhWa3sarLN-YJ5-GVVePBmeNVcrzV356v1pneb9ynXxYaoYSpAWQtGNPpJfyCkIkO-Z6wUD2qIKAzNcD2JNljjGrygY3NxPblb3gdyh0wpu9mlfiNSBIcMqihxCpS_6U9tXAkVg-/s1028/366495764_10232382898251961_8973664831686738314_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1028" data-original-width="794" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3PzJjr8-aJaH6RrxTR9WzFjZs-d4JKgM8PP7mv_yluxyYogNPDalrHhWa3sarLN-YJ5-GVVePBmeNVcrzV356v1pneb9ynXxYaoYSpAWQtGNPpJfyCkIkO-Z6wUD2qIKAzNcD2JNljjGrygY3NxPblb3gdyh0wpu9mlfiNSBIcMqihxCpS_6U9tXAkVg-/s320/366495764_10232382898251961_8973664831686738314_n.jpg" width="247" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.laughingmoonmercantile.com/product-page/138-download-ladies-back-closing-regency-gown" target="_blank">https://www.laughingmoonmercantile.com/product-page/138-download-ladies-back-closing-regency-gown</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The pattern is offered in pdf format and requires Adobe for tiled printing at home. I've tried this without success which actually was wonderful because then I discovered Pattern Printing Company which will take my file, ensure the correct printing scale, and print and mail the pattern within days. A wonderful service as this pattern had 5 large pages. 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text-align: left;">I print the files for cutting and sewing instructions from the downloaded file on my phone to my wireless printer. 57 pages plus cover. It is 57 pages of treasure! Every instruction you could possibly need to create all the fancy sleeve and hem detail is included.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV3PUWtUUicNzkJXEW_W-hDwjlCACaM0ffrkMhLyhTKxaYdReR5WC2P3MDE7XP6hBamgQgjJatV6_uaOS5SAWsjgrf_m6j7fjkNVR3hB3WxhqlaVVpFaSRmPlLUvRVrcI3RsMEXjkyxeM8WBWg-iUQK10xx2MRQkaIetwch3yoFWQN0FgYCYGcd3_fA3Wa/s2048/370512982_10232511001014450_7452896817155214676_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV3PUWtUUicNzkJXEW_W-hDwjlCACaM0ffrkMhLyhTKxaYdReR5WC2P3MDE7XP6hBamgQgjJatV6_uaOS5SAWsjgrf_m6j7fjkNVR3hB3WxhqlaVVpFaSRmPlLUvRVrcI3RsMEXjkyxeM8WBWg-iUQK10xx2MRQkaIetwch3yoFWQN0FgYCYGcd3_fA3Wa/s320/370512982_10232511001014450_7452896817155214676_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I begin by determining my size, the view I want to use which is View D for the bodice and sleeves, and note which pattern pieces I will use. I also find which cutting layout applies to my fabric width. I read the instructions thoroughly but, as often happens, some techniques don't mean much to me until I get to that point in the sewing.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXcFn98QSFexQM9DFEmD8Qi4LNy8ooSdtN2h2X6nv9svSFxY7CzpyfwL3llNSAynf26CWrdwjXg-M0modJV3YV76gJIPwIalHBRgdbp9lyxpDqKXmuEki2-lg5eIOLB1MoQrV7-nsgl1nkedzhF4QNGAu9AEa3tSHCapeD2QlDW-bt2yHbUKrFowez9oCG/s2048/370762574_10232512577133852_620987112166071869_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXcFn98QSFexQM9DFEmD8Qi4LNy8ooSdtN2h2X6nv9svSFxY7CzpyfwL3llNSAynf26CWrdwjXg-M0modJV3YV76gJIPwIalHBRgdbp9lyxpDqKXmuEki2-lg5eIOLB1MoQrV7-nsgl1nkedzhF4QNGAu9AEa3tSHCapeD2QlDW-bt2yHbUKrFowez9oCG/s320/370762574_10232512577133852_620987112166071869_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I cut only the pattern pieces I need for my size. The skirt pattern consists of a Front, Back, and Side Back. Each of the three pieces has an upper designated by an A, and a lower designated by a B. The overlap for taping is clearly marked on the pattern pieces.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEDbF7TfecwckFLv14Np__TkkYl5jgdzHw18URqBeqsIwvZ8xZuHGECYUeAOs1eiGpcsxsz011lALBoBTFFnI8wWXWgerZi0meYRbtVmfxY4pQDjhds1rQUlSAvs_WFpK0B9m-xMUHIbJqVSb10gzBK0Qqjh6tEkNIyB6kHUd7fPgTMY13SbZ89K-xuW0_/s2048/370814389_10232511010974699_1805891617320074961_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEDbF7TfecwckFLv14Np__TkkYl5jgdzHw18URqBeqsIwvZ8xZuHGECYUeAOs1eiGpcsxsz011lALBoBTFFnI8wWXWgerZi0meYRbtVmfxY4pQDjhds1rQUlSAvs_WFpK0B9m-xMUHIbJqVSb10gzBK0Qqjh6tEkNIyB6kHUd7fPgTMY13SbZ89K-xuW0_/s320/370814389_10232511010974699_1805891617320074961_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;">The bodice pattern pieces are a Front, Side Back, and Back.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ6VDhGEvc3NhyrvKK5ygdfmbKF6AK_KcaX2RBMzQBNgUjoh1vsK4Uyfb3O08GQHS14M4G-xDgxiOB7OB15B4fkFntAdwtpkgvyLLJW0XDEOOmf7JLuCxe0nC3j-zVsh9CvDmhrnAS9rYhfZHQyCON7bjf6_GrnZYCEM5DHo8jXNEJ2UsKhwsR50md3TS6/s2048/370425956_10232511027535113_2268050834153344859_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ6VDhGEvc3NhyrvKK5ygdfmbKF6AK_KcaX2RBMzQBNgUjoh1vsK4Uyfb3O08GQHS14M4G-xDgxiOB7OB15B4fkFntAdwtpkgvyLLJW0XDEOOmf7JLuCxe0nC3j-zVsh9CvDmhrnAS9rYhfZHQyCON7bjf6_GrnZYCEM5DHo8jXNEJ2UsKhwsR50md3TS6/s320/370425956_10232511027535113_2268050834153344859_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;">The last pattern pieces I will use for this gown are for the Belt and Neckline Binding.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihYYf-kHcHi7hWr_7yXU6tKrc3iJeWUv7HrYRFsH2yUTCPeFA7B82KnPyU8RgcwTBT0RJUb3buvBMQCWlV4mnsquaNoWWOwSrReIoZs3L2GHQLnYC-i2_5PdqTg6bIJHdISGQM7f-t3ue_u3Pn9tjQpwhMMGEommO3LS-Q3GD2U89BIPcREKeM0G9x7am0/s2048/370806210_10232511033135253_2609199885486972339_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihYYf-kHcHi7hWr_7yXU6tKrc3iJeWUv7HrYRFsH2yUTCPeFA7B82KnPyU8RgcwTBT0RJUb3buvBMQCWlV4mnsquaNoWWOwSrReIoZs3L2GHQLnYC-i2_5PdqTg6bIJHdISGQM7f-t3ue_u3Pn9tjQpwhMMGEommO3LS-Q3GD2U89BIPcREKeM0G9x7am0/s320/370806210_10232511033135253_2609199885486972339_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Ackermann's description of this evening gown is of a "plain colour velvet dress". The colored illustration is, to my eye, a plum or reddish purple.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkMxGsZ5Cq_6KGochqPqd_sMuBxlMhz7EsJhJ5rJvnFLg-jiS1G5iISuvIXvtcgkx8q4DN7i8Ih3gWMiaIFjAu_m26_KokJsUBp0i0cMImvKKHA_PTCr3daKkH4o5Ali0hKpdR8zHpPwJqpJPXJUY0KtJ0V8zMVo9SE09HIOmizSgcGQpZHx57NYEVS2sb/s1263/340466096_242339278204459_1196701911880394408_n%20(1).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1263" data-original-width="830" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkMxGsZ5Cq_6KGochqPqd_sMuBxlMhz7EsJhJ5rJvnFLg-jiS1G5iISuvIXvtcgkx8q4DN7i8Ih3gWMiaIFjAu_m26_KokJsUBp0i0cMImvKKHA_PTCr3daKkH4o5Ali0hKpdR8zHpPwJqpJPXJUY0KtJ0V8zMVo9SE09HIOmizSgcGQpZHx57NYEVS2sb/s320/340466096_242339278204459_1196701911880394408_n%20(1).jpg" width="210" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I have a sweet friend, Eva, who decided to leave the costuming hobby and she graciously gifted me several boxes of beautiful fabrics and trims. Among those fabrics was a yardage of a plum mid-toward-heavy weight satin that has the perfect drape for this gown and it exactly the amount I need for this gown and accessories. How fortunate! The fabric had been stored and the creasing is quite severe. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimK2SNIhHj4RA4boSVD6fMHoaPXgE45aEJxtx1OMpUO1vfmYYcwkvcLnhrHii5HL9UihrIBP-4w9xjJyqBq9KU5EXiIplVP4HAGHEGEe5lpq9NJtNUFXxg-dRTkiMJEPk_hyI_cBnOy5mdoMeyjujf51LJDrvgf-r0OulSCEFY5SUdy3VHrgv-hvee5kng/s2048/370532744_10232511038655391_5869705914167169072_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimK2SNIhHj4RA4boSVD6fMHoaPXgE45aEJxtx1OMpUO1vfmYYcwkvcLnhrHii5HL9UihrIBP-4w9xjJyqBq9KU5EXiIplVP4HAGHEGEe5lpq9NJtNUFXxg-dRTkiMJEPk_hyI_cBnOy5mdoMeyjujf51LJDrvgf-r0OulSCEFY5SUdy3VHrgv-hvee5kng/s320/370532744_10232511038655391_5869705914167169072_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A pressing cloth misted with water and a gentle pressing removes every fold line. It takes quite a bit of time but the results are beautiful.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBqoBFz55paZ_IuxnIzNr0XZVjTwJQaI0PezbRQ4ZEYI1gbXwfJUxBNF9UFSHJfk_JC5LEKNxu01iqfCpQ2xK4ysPKjjiLvH2wWTkD0RWiZkWrwt05NL-4x2wr4WV_ss-m8bC3vJkBDykl1dY1Pz1vbKPemJXr5ICtG4FSLaNQXNiF-qH3neAoJ6pFvium/s2048/370812080_10232511039135403_4225188142117833332_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBqoBFz55paZ_IuxnIzNr0XZVjTwJQaI0PezbRQ4ZEYI1gbXwfJUxBNF9UFSHJfk_JC5LEKNxu01iqfCpQ2xK4ysPKjjiLvH2wWTkD0RWiZkWrwt05NL-4x2wr4WV_ss-m8bC3vJkBDykl1dY1Pz1vbKPemJXr5ICtG4FSLaNQXNiF-qH3neAoJ6pFvium/s320/370812080_10232511039135403_4225188142117833332_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOTaS9W67nuX5KoVJW6UoqNQkzix7jhwDkY0kQuFMdr5nhHX0sVw7m6c3oyDElVPisb8T7TEJL-z0q89t6gsKkdWHJcAWhJUE0smICWBSZyMAGcIA4MYBTqC6K845Q3STij6vJLcsyQ9QWfST74IcTPldhNTQzfiBt1SN8hiB0CPOK3sTjz4jTxKMVAjSQ/s2048/370434804_10232511039775419_2055439187709123781_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOTaS9W67nuX5KoVJW6UoqNQkzix7jhwDkY0kQuFMdr5nhHX0sVw7m6c3oyDElVPisb8T7TEJL-z0q89t6gsKkdWHJcAWhJUE0smICWBSZyMAGcIA4MYBTqC6K845Q3STij6vJLcsyQ9QWfST74IcTPldhNTQzfiBt1SN8hiB0CPOK3sTjz4jTxKMVAjSQ/s320/370434804_10232511039775419_2055439187709123781_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In the stash is a length of woven ribbon purchased in a costumers' destash group. It was the wrong color for that project and although it has shades of brown, gold, green, and coral, it really seemed to work with the plum satin and the jewelry.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZItK4BWSbYuSzFNd5cacP2oOl4DaQyqDcr4mOwzJxusXcwP7Jdqoqk0s1uUK8-cmbUFVmcQYoY-f4wWaMEfgrmIQxld07qikaNDMeImy5VzxTxarvXK2cQ5ID8YmXCRVuHVpPRdyTaKD-Km8Vifc6sn0FbznH04ysNOGbSnRA3bAIlmxmwe2sPyd8UcWD/s1254/371029568_10232511006974599_5377623133003525145_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="837" data-original-width="1254" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZItK4BWSbYuSzFNd5cacP2oOl4DaQyqDcr4mOwzJxusXcwP7Jdqoqk0s1uUK8-cmbUFVmcQYoY-f4wWaMEfgrmIQxld07qikaNDMeImy5VzxTxarvXK2cQ5ID8YmXCRVuHVpPRdyTaKD-Km8Vifc6sn0FbznH04ysNOGbSnRA3bAIlmxmwe2sPyd8UcWD/s320/371029568_10232511006974599_5377623133003525145_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja4pQ_ZsbXsXN3ftHtdZMEXepNV1xXODnR4BDBXVYRAhGiBRz6AvLD7cYyiZ5JKB4hc5LOIWNZwJl42Yb4qqjP3p22oOvI3xDuP9b-AZWYtYyyAILN0QtRSMJAK7gAQ9CqCOC7EQ6Ja7KQ5YbhHlVAsGYUb2U9xmzfdsBym3mc-_C1wEvLdwI4L_awjCLF/s2048/373054806_10232537643600498_8735663166651022435_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja4pQ_ZsbXsXN3ftHtdZMEXepNV1xXODnR4BDBXVYRAhGiBRz6AvLD7cYyiZ5JKB4hc5LOIWNZwJl42Yb4qqjP3p22oOvI3xDuP9b-AZWYtYyyAILN0QtRSMJAK7gAQ9CqCOC7EQ6Ja7KQ5YbhHlVAsGYUb2U9xmzfdsBym3mc-_C1wEvLdwI4L_awjCLF/s320/373054806_10232537643600498_8735663166651022435_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The hem embellishment is described by Ackermann's as "small silk cord laid across, forming squares". It seemed that a narrow black velvet ribbon would add the weight usually provided to this era of gown by the embellishment and be visible against the plum silk. The ecru cotton lace was also in the stash and the design and edging seemed perfect for the sleeve and sleeve petal edges. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCmGJbJSmcQInYzweKdAhti275sRexn-VVpKACrB-fhwt_2yEJKRJA4iDxqZ5MD5uWVQHOEtBq4BS9zffNTspKMiOkAcmpooxkF8KeLOcEvlxO2WKAja_2vnVcfUZIN2AxHv-xe3BDQS9RlZaw-bHkq8TcRw6IMa34JfvVWeMKLV_1Ph3Lf0DaeECsyBG-/s2048/370533718_10232511010334683_1910069286005003684_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCmGJbJSmcQInYzweKdAhti275sRexn-VVpKACrB-fhwt_2yEJKRJA4iDxqZ5MD5uWVQHOEtBq4BS9zffNTspKMiOkAcmpooxkF8KeLOcEvlxO2WKAja_2vnVcfUZIN2AxHv-xe3BDQS9RlZaw-bHkq8TcRw6IMa34JfvVWeMKLV_1Ph3Lf0DaeECsyBG-/s320/370533718_10232511010334683_1910069286005003684_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The sleeves are described by Ackermann's as being white gauze. I wanted something a bit more ecru or gold-toned and purchased two fabrics that I knew could be used for either the gown or accessories. On the left a gold metallic embroidered net, on the right a ribbed organza with embroidered medallions.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-WXzPk_7gLC4L5hBfUBnqxGA7u-lcA1aFhDrc527LXuVoYvHHoF8sJ_DgxlvqQGZn8UIYGyzA9U2homzGFuR2klrcJJVUyBgprkeL3lmO0oUmyUmn5tTePZCgbnM9bRDhwGc47OvXgD2sWIpE2sJguomslIbV8AmPkz-nv4Ds3awa9qnz2UVazl6T3QvF/s2048/370387134_10232511042335483_3052913009091295827_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-WXzPk_7gLC4L5hBfUBnqxGA7u-lcA1aFhDrc527LXuVoYvHHoF8sJ_DgxlvqQGZn8UIYGyzA9U2homzGFuR2klrcJJVUyBgprkeL3lmO0oUmyUmn5tTePZCgbnM9bRDhwGc47OvXgD2sWIpE2sJguomslIbV8AmPkz-nv4Ds3awa9qnz2UVazl6T3QvF/s320/370387134_10232511042335483_3052913009091295827_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I didn't want the sleeves to compete with the ribbon at the neckline...</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8Cixsbps0dmaJpKnAWNsLaJc46C5rwqYWOPYNrLWlCB-iFr1QfVJ79ouU5gE_oOxWFB5X8C-d6UiSxXZdT_7LBks0wlNtc9SV9OY2DwktBMgrbUaLgDcg4CSwPi51_yorm1fYfPj5gzgJRErNjIGhcX_ViyCwnld_WsJ2LWoZ18mwKlYJoYKeaktBszh_/s2048/370491461_10232511043295507_735100005369333982_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8Cixsbps0dmaJpKnAWNsLaJc46C5rwqYWOPYNrLWlCB-iFr1QfVJ79ouU5gE_oOxWFB5X8C-d6UiSxXZdT_7LBks0wlNtc9SV9OY2DwktBMgrbUaLgDcg4CSwPi51_yorm1fYfPj5gzgJRErNjIGhcX_ViyCwnld_WsJ2LWoZ18mwKlYJoYKeaktBszh_/s320/370491461_10232511043295507_735100005369333982_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">..or the sleeve petals...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhHOLWL0yHR5QeYAX-btuaz0aLo3btRMHnpaRElioecQe45p2ppeYJhjUigl8F41yWgaIXvjE5Xvy_T7vrFBFl0Qy7qWPtRJm37Jbdk7XD7ztBkQQhvKPEfUutRJO4twVRuBwGiusGn6yjJFsfxG7cWx8kRZ-OqqOrG16q-EpHFoksJPF0d_9ddsJW2ZiA/s2048/371113413_10232511046255581_3221017714040744712_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhHOLWL0yHR5QeYAX-btuaz0aLo3btRMHnpaRElioecQe45p2ppeYJhjUigl8F41yWgaIXvjE5Xvy_T7vrFBFl0Qy7qWPtRJm37Jbdk7XD7ztBkQQhvKPEfUutRJO4twVRuBwGiusGn6yjJFsfxG7cWx8kRZ-OqqOrG16q-EpHFoksJPF0d_9ddsJW2ZiA/s320/371113413_10232511046255581_3221017714040744712_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">..or the coral and gold jewelry which I found beautifully compliments the ribbon.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLSziaa5zQ-sgfyU1tB4xmeF-vmllqnAbyz7fTDZuIjHbh0aO_lozpx9FYbUEutZi0eUzrvNMh4pVRtXnMhpqB56AlpKunqPaqEe4zooKqucpsLwkhPV5Jf8Lb7H-BlpzM10VdK23cfZxAngdQdWHmYzV31zYF7J2quM2n9b_gTjxqh_nYkYwXLrNRIgBS/s2048/371329157_10232511048895647_8392977401718406109_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLSziaa5zQ-sgfyU1tB4xmeF-vmllqnAbyz7fTDZuIjHbh0aO_lozpx9FYbUEutZi0eUzrvNMh4pVRtXnMhpqB56AlpKunqPaqEe4zooKqucpsLwkhPV5Jf8Lb7H-BlpzM10VdK23cfZxAngdQdWHmYzV31zYF7J2quM2n9b_gTjxqh_nYkYwXLrNRIgBS/s320/371329157_10232511048895647_8392977401718406109_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The poor dressform wore this strange combination for days so that each time I looked at it I could immediately be struck with an impression. In the end I opted for the ecru embroidered organza as it had a very understated impression leaving all other elements to show off on their own.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZsJNa9cjNB_RD2NMMhlQBGWYqcFr72ts7snIDqCG91jmNsWn7y1UhEW5e7oOe8N6YtENtYE4UuEzycE82EgqK38k4n7A6IPK4Y7kf0k1bqXTfpMehp1yj69ds-75sv2JZjM9tVBWEY-vI-DJs_PC6d-3vMMfml9F-CoFjQeqhrF8qUNTDmRUs1XBR2AkA/s2048/370571309_10232511050055676_6294316634365026183_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZsJNa9cjNB_RD2NMMhlQBGWYqcFr72ts7snIDqCG91jmNsWn7y1UhEW5e7oOe8N6YtENtYE4UuEzycE82EgqK38k4n7A6IPK4Y7kf0k1bqXTfpMehp1yj69ds-75sv2JZjM9tVBWEY-vI-DJs_PC6d-3vMMfml9F-CoFjQeqhrF8qUNTDmRUs1XBR2AkA/s320/370571309_10232511050055676_6294316634365026183_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5nRgVnKlqQbuTPyVC96KtSZ-Ih5Kk9kQdD7HZEhJSha0caOUifcB9_Qgcc_rpcbQtD3QvTGBBtNj5e2duzTvsF1HObwEPIXyZazRvs5RpQcundRVe2pk_-DBp6iM4ayPZz8XsqSIRKzbkP6m526A9FKUergJgWNRHKQ8oFG-Y1V6cIIzf3EsNH9xR92Bq/s2048/371113405_10232511049575664_1623050107252462894_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5nRgVnKlqQbuTPyVC96KtSZ-Ih5Kk9kQdD7HZEhJSha0caOUifcB9_Qgcc_rpcbQtD3QvTGBBtNj5e2duzTvsF1HObwEPIXyZazRvs5RpQcundRVe2pk_-DBp6iM4ayPZz8XsqSIRKzbkP6m526A9FKUergJgWNRHKQ8oFG-Y1V6cIIzf3EsNH9xR92Bq/s320/371113405_10232511049575664_1623050107252462894_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The embroidered organza is washed to allow it to gather and flow when sewn and worn.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimE6OpkpzK_5zJWX52w896q8HhfA7MzMz0JmV3EBHy8_iXXlR33cu48nNjhPJx65qAOoWvxk32ixjsuT6xB4ARQhxVq-MHmqpHVlzjfb26CSaGkHJg9_7iVJmANbrb7e6usV5rFAc2VPb4wFGfinjffhutxItQXhOghbLaFoR2QswTLASyFmdKi-2GWZmx/s2048/371110165_10232511052135728_5631933549737719802_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimE6OpkpzK_5zJWX52w896q8HhfA7MzMz0JmV3EBHy8_iXXlR33cu48nNjhPJx65qAOoWvxk32ixjsuT6xB4ARQhxVq-MHmqpHVlzjfb26CSaGkHJg9_7iVJmANbrb7e6usV5rFAc2VPb4wFGfinjffhutxItQXhOghbLaFoR2QswTLASyFmdKi-2GWZmx/s320/371110165_10232511052135728_5631933549737719802_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And finally the fabrics and trims are ready to create the 1825 evening dress.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWsvQxpK4Vzi-HfZUae0yQ5lwEdtpcIqvxhNlcNQyjt0aVs_vU27DDCf27B1Kirvxah5oUp2mKmhjo3fLxog7Rrx59Z3b5di2C_CyWH9vIz9yYQMvY7FR5oYga3DE0rJ-ScMjnZ7W0lIEcAj_DLngSL6lYjhb4n2jL5K5kOCgldGRrF_Vx1ifA4411FwkC/s1800/370592494_10232510882571489_5490482965134733665_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1440" data-original-width="1800" height="256" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWsvQxpK4Vzi-HfZUae0yQ5lwEdtpcIqvxhNlcNQyjt0aVs_vU27DDCf27B1Kirvxah5oUp2mKmhjo3fLxog7Rrx59Z3b5di2C_CyWH9vIz9yYQMvY7FR5oYga3DE0rJ-ScMjnZ7W0lIEcAj_DLngSL6lYjhb4n2jL5K5kOCgldGRrF_Vx1ifA4411FwkC/s320/370592494_10232510882571489_5490482965134733665_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Cutting the Fabric</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Didn't we forget the mock-up? No, we just cheated. The pattern instructs that the bodice be flatlined and those pieces are cut from white cotton. A quick basting and fitting shows no adjustment needed. Thank goodness!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEic_D4oX0h0A06rl0iDhGdTDVt02TXjWwxxRFk92VHEPgm2wR4Dk6su3y7JPDaQowdKBtAuKJ462S7tiLw74vKoY7JD0o1MADxZHNphHpaOkHmAeHinhhRgImHJHJGXFmJv6dSWSV2vwj67wK6ifjxwP-3U13bvM8scCBR-YoCzSAUgGcEAIdiYJUN1V7aM/s2048/370822977_10232511040855446_3070931742828867202_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEic_D4oX0h0A06rl0iDhGdTDVt02TXjWwxxRFk92VHEPgm2wR4Dk6su3y7JPDaQowdKBtAuKJ462S7tiLw74vKoY7JD0o1MADxZHNphHpaOkHmAeHinhhRgImHJHJGXFmJv6dSWSV2vwj67wK6ifjxwP-3U13bvM8scCBR-YoCzSAUgGcEAIdiYJUN1V7aM/s320/370822977_10232511040855446_3070931742828867202_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiThimv_0HWQiWGYSUPcrnaYtXasHsgqLeQ59vxneUIRn_RVAZPO-K-mXjllWf7PeouVxuKNi6gxCTc63L-BDcMPdbZU37b5YQ-Ef6VuBa-mqTASpWaQC1Fttap3RhsGabzkNZnS4F1OqrOnnl8roI8H962x1coONxPOZ4LfYgfYsdNFiRShJypdkonv8xI/s2048/371294692_10232511041975474_6867335258704977205_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiThimv_0HWQiWGYSUPcrnaYtXasHsgqLeQ59vxneUIRn_RVAZPO-K-mXjllWf7PeouVxuKNi6gxCTc63L-BDcMPdbZU37b5YQ-Ef6VuBa-mqTASpWaQC1Fttap3RhsGabzkNZnS4F1OqrOnnl8roI8H962x1coONxPOZ4LfYgfYsdNFiRShJypdkonv8xI/s320/371294692_10232511041975474_6867335258704977205_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Two Skirt Backs are cut and pleated according to the instructions. The back is quite full and a lot of fabric is taken up in the pleats.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFUyBrVz19dG777zx68UJpntEPp67inH7xDobDQNSolUb1DuL541ThTXxjpqItdKfrm9XcHv0fqES2TwIq23PX0Z0icQ0fwesxjBnFTIQpgfxPC3P7_MGNHq1lCmZtmH-W0UHU2MwbRHVshpNaxCc6ST9mCP33e0QG2wUCwSLIDCSsJcDgUomZG0Zmo9_A/s2048/371312400_10232511040135428_6507989283321156903_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFUyBrVz19dG777zx68UJpntEPp67inH7xDobDQNSolUb1DuL541ThTXxjpqItdKfrm9XcHv0fqES2TwIq23PX0Z0icQ0fwesxjBnFTIQpgfxPC3P7_MGNHq1lCmZtmH-W0UHU2MwbRHVshpNaxCc6ST9mCP33e0QG2wUCwSLIDCSsJcDgUomZG0Zmo9_A/s320/371312400_10232511040135428_6507989283321156903_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg86YzuZj8VaddAvW6cDv2O_35viM8ceP3a38lsh0b4FpEpDngMpu2EL_O0dAqeguKw1PsX8Xran3LfmB74Rt9ojW8bjtciyV3xH_U9XOfHH0jLgwGon4p1-wP2GhqJvVTyT9hvCHeVr-B2dtnDtGWanRg47da5bbnDSeC0OtLF_5Jcj80OymGPBr7FmkwR/s320/371317430_10232511071496212_966213981766588692_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I have chosen to make the belt from the same ribbon which will be applied to the neckline. The ribbon will be backed with the plum satin.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbVmpnDI_Sv-sBJYec7zxqpmH3x2MXLoo4kdJHnd2OokkGQpuHhgkbV5g5jSG1OHoMaN0q7Y6jKiR26qXsW5Dfq2MDgWn1456HN4ZDqwsY6PgAhiBo-9MypX0NPVWdOuortin9svlpi0V9Ek1slDvxHfz92l1ww9fGpCmVnriiEyG8iwIaqIs6tGzPgLAU/s2048/370380988_10232511088656641_2700344847809740493_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbVmpnDI_Sv-sBJYec7zxqpmH3x2MXLoo4kdJHnd2OokkGQpuHhgkbV5g5jSG1OHoMaN0q7Y6jKiR26qXsW5Dfq2MDgWn1456HN4ZDqwsY6PgAhiBo-9MypX0NPVWdOuortin9svlpi0V9Ek1slDvxHfz92l1ww9fGpCmVnriiEyG8iwIaqIs6tGzPgLAU/s320/370380988_10232511088656641_2700344847809740493_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Short Sleeves with Short Sleeve Bands will be under the long sleeves. I cut four Bands as I will need an additional Band over the outer sleeve.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiis5bDXBMhemm8igFdDS4NHheVv2c-gAJ-xkgRgfR0sh13C9tXICBpCBjKqwy7w-9Ap0YI1w0_5HuCDBYKqL7R0OkM1o351Lxo9CXIfeWEg4y9oQ-RjhqapBjy3DE9m7_XPDVimC4vufkGDr_lZBL8PiYprvfM3Kd2U1nGVNEsTh5dEigTKWRZe2eSo6Kn/s2048/370538854_10232511089296657_2043590473903799119_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiis5bDXBMhemm8igFdDS4NHheVv2c-gAJ-xkgRgfR0sh13C9tXICBpCBjKqwy7w-9Ap0YI1w0_5HuCDBYKqL7R0OkM1o351Lxo9CXIfeWEg4y9oQ-RjhqapBjy3DE9m7_XPDVimC4vufkGDr_lZBL8PiYprvfM3Kd2U1nGVNEsTh5dEigTKWRZe2eSo6Kn/s320/370538854_10232511089296657_2043590473903799119_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;">Research, inspiration, pattern selection and prep, fabric and trim selection and prep, and, finally, all pieces cut, it's finally time to sew. Finally!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Sewing the 1825 Gown</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The white cotton is flatlined to the bodice pieces stitching all around the outside just inside the seam allowance. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEcne5LdY3UUyt335rOl4nnL8tTiQdOC7jn7z2GQV2BDNuf6FXqFgdwClpiljPaUHgPCh2nhUOKE1KE-TZydXp3KpXg4ZxxVhnPZCEeSVc6zdIbhyIltOreb-fZFLNNRnIZyezUFDYx_hG6_b3rn3NfVXAJ0Rpr4h5gDri-9TdgvGdz8s4WYZhbuczHucu/s2048/370427618_10232511099456911_1855677022182433737_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEcne5LdY3UUyt335rOl4nnL8tTiQdOC7jn7z2GQV2BDNuf6FXqFgdwClpiljPaUHgPCh2nhUOKE1KE-TZydXp3KpXg4ZxxVhnPZCEeSVc6zdIbhyIltOreb-fZFLNNRnIZyezUFDYx_hG6_b3rn3NfVXAJ0Rpr4h5gDri-9TdgvGdz8s4WYZhbuczHucu/s320/370427618_10232511099456911_1855677022182433737_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Bodice Front can either be gathered or darts sewn at the lower edge. I mark for the darts, sew, and press.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPKa5sPHxoWUExRawX11xJUGshK6wT2hz_OniEPQBD7ztwISWu0TwbOQxVC1B2EXcJM_GZP0UzsRSXTwhPMEcE7jGxXXwWI-gmcYwVl_iDRsyA_H_Jdr2DCU7QiPYEhaAl47uIN9XAXJ7mwUA3k8kSmkgIn1jWPx0A3h8K9fteXF_zjM7NnEIzQarLaFuf/s2048/370436491_10232511101736968_5776755575969475843_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPKa5sPHxoWUExRawX11xJUGshK6wT2hz_OniEPQBD7ztwISWu0TwbOQxVC1B2EXcJM_GZP0UzsRSXTwhPMEcE7jGxXXwWI-gmcYwVl_iDRsyA_H_Jdr2DCU7QiPYEhaAl47uIN9XAXJ7mwUA3k8kSmkgIn1jWPx0A3h8K9fteXF_zjM7NnEIzQarLaFuf/s320/370436491_10232511101736968_5776755575969475843_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Side Backs are stitched to the Backs. A quick note here that instructions are also included if you wish to add piping to the Back Bodice.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6Scet6WhzczCVQuUiqGKIxYEdGfRMkJdYTIXHYnBmPIsVwQvocGBs79FOwOx2mBXpJQL4_RBV8RRKIf9ZHbZ0NtgW0-eoKCPzLi6BQrYwwTWBTNQjHipHAv5GehJTi-83921LCvLLcyUsn8YuM7OpH2HLcu2-1640r_Vpin9TxdyXla6DwPRmufpbWYiE/s2048/370366240_10232511102696992_3029522188168142913_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6Scet6WhzczCVQuUiqGKIxYEdGfRMkJdYTIXHYnBmPIsVwQvocGBs79FOwOx2mBXpJQL4_RBV8RRKIf9ZHbZ0NtgW0-eoKCPzLi6BQrYwwTWBTNQjHipHAv5GehJTi-83921LCvLLcyUsn8YuM7OpH2HLcu2-1640r_Vpin9TxdyXla6DwPRmufpbWYiE/s320/370366240_10232511102696992_3029522188168142913_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Then the Side Backs are stitched to the Front. All seams are pressed open and trimmed.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwn7e3ci97qmsXy-LTxcsdAiWZU3-ukVHeYqqBzgM6sH6lBM5pm9f4bZ8Sw3oPDoHjxQQdTAnqFgdfciwRO_Eh7Cg-TZiuPhuxm_Okx_wl5DdTzsjlJWyEALGc-HkV8NZ9JX5fDE0ZgTS8_Zgr8IhxplLzrBoJEKGE4qZ-bzPGHo_7JNwLIT_hmc0-0B5a/s2048/370486769_10232511105897072_894013706681898013_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwn7e3ci97qmsXy-LTxcsdAiWZU3-ukVHeYqqBzgM6sH6lBM5pm9f4bZ8Sw3oPDoHjxQQdTAnqFgdfciwRO_Eh7Cg-TZiuPhuxm_Okx_wl5DdTzsjlJWyEALGc-HkV8NZ9JX5fDE0ZgTS8_Zgr8IhxplLzrBoJEKGE4qZ-bzPGHo_7JNwLIT_hmc0-0B5a/s320/370486769_10232511105897072_894013706681898013_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5b_Vknzj4TD2ybH0OnHpbqlxslSm2hkxn-qCDLBqKpc9hU7XxRIVB3M9oDO7bhQ7sm9DL4R4hfcDDcRAC8nyp-xhCU8ObRFLZrBiKUmv2Pras6H7DrQ-I3zq-3WV0xGzmjXPgCVrm9bn37hYunSbKtvOnrQCNnd88r6jtPLYVKHKak1zNM7F8K4Gh0Pex/s2048/370820122_10232511104417035_3985426206277434203_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5b_Vknzj4TD2ybH0OnHpbqlxslSm2hkxn-qCDLBqKpc9hU7XxRIVB3M9oDO7bhQ7sm9DL4R4hfcDDcRAC8nyp-xhCU8ObRFLZrBiKUmv2Pras6H7DrQ-I3zq-3WV0xGzmjXPgCVrm9bn37hYunSbKtvOnrQCNnd88r6jtPLYVKHKak1zNM7F8K4Gh0Pex/s320/370820122_10232511104417035_3985426206277434203_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsciWCK7EFIv74Ym8YaY4JPxLM21ek_CSuoJmERjZl9uPLTggKoVwPaQhvccUop1JZ8EV0LY9q7o3dtQy7hDAe_HvBe308xjKKuFzIBPF0Qs2gH5A8sRGzPFVxFrkMFZWYz1bq-tKsQuETLPpuV0ZCz_6_jl54XEHv-7WHvTGa1ljujMvojHd5thK7j294/s2048/370546733_10232511103857021_7638361034128961766_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsciWCK7EFIv74Ym8YaY4JPxLM21ek_CSuoJmERjZl9uPLTggKoVwPaQhvccUop1JZ8EV0LY9q7o3dtQy7hDAe_HvBe308xjKKuFzIBPF0Qs2gH5A8sRGzPFVxFrkMFZWYz1bq-tKsQuETLPpuV0ZCz_6_jl54XEHv-7WHvTGa1ljujMvojHd5thK7j294/s320/370546733_10232511103857021_7638361034128961766_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Neckline Binding halves are sewn together and a very narrow hem sewn on the outside edge. Knowing that I was finishing the neckline with the woven ribbon, I stitched the Binding to the bodice neckline and simply turned the Binding to the inside to become a facing. This didn't work well, however, as the Binding had to be clipped for it to lay flat against the inside of the bodice. But it did strengthen the neckline and provide support for the ribbon.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgn4lWI2PTnha6bBLBbfZj0pedJ04fK5GOdbGN-MSPeGO0pzvHomEncTSR4ZRNncrhUOZCnRDd1R9j2bC6N7m4gwaMZEMfBlKNthsftU3Y1D0rBPwt8HBnW2ywoL8ZV7QgJuu5yQDQv1mpLGIDgTrZ6CEFECCZziLVfq-KTw_i7mp56klNArTXl9p_qKBZf/s2048/371342845_10232511107617115_7668503612358214582_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgn4lWI2PTnha6bBLBbfZj0pedJ04fK5GOdbGN-MSPeGO0pzvHomEncTSR4ZRNncrhUOZCnRDd1R9j2bC6N7m4gwaMZEMfBlKNthsftU3Y1D0rBPwt8HBnW2ywoL8ZV7QgJuu5yQDQv1mpLGIDgTrZ6CEFECCZziLVfq-KTw_i7mp56klNArTXl9p_qKBZf/s320/371342845_10232511107617115_7668503612358214582_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIsBs_g0lrZflbt0Xp47vzYTih6Z8KT3eB_R0iJ00esCY3B6k8lMh6IwD4sxr05cNaF_i_TwrAhcLBG3HUdy0O4rd4PKqgHACBuSNlhE4KKlG908J9V0i90PhEVLEnsBQ9o-57oThA8FZsFbL32X3c7uaOjIniXufi8JN4eFjMmZ9K7IW6QvbkS2-YVcuO/s2048/370486769_10232511106817095_4427298959836112544_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIsBs_g0lrZflbt0Xp47vzYTih6Z8KT3eB_R0iJ00esCY3B6k8lMh6IwD4sxr05cNaF_i_TwrAhcLBG3HUdy0O4rd4PKqgHACBuSNlhE4KKlG908J9V0i90PhEVLEnsBQ9o-57oThA8FZsFbL32X3c7uaOjIniXufi8JN4eFjMmZ9K7IW6QvbkS2-YVcuO/s320/370486769_10232511106817095_4427298959836112544_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi74BYuZ3q_CVoB0vOG0wC64ZJ1oAMju4XLrPFbztbPmn4nZuB_pmW4X_oqM0nnAMyvNHnQ5TKSBCrN0a3cIZPqRe9LzmJmw8MR8HDaL2k7B3x7i6uzvTvkWUC_8A4PM2WrEa9uwJ6lFgICBMjolnu6fix-FS2p4n16lypY7ZRJudFaZ8naryDcBTK3DWQn/s2048/370545140_10232511108417135_5122080583215712900_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi74BYuZ3q_CVoB0vOG0wC64ZJ1oAMju4XLrPFbztbPmn4nZuB_pmW4X_oqM0nnAMyvNHnQ5TKSBCrN0a3cIZPqRe9LzmJmw8MR8HDaL2k7B3x7i6uzvTvkWUC_8A4PM2WrEa9uwJ6lFgICBMjolnu6fix-FS2p4n16lypY7ZRJudFaZ8naryDcBTK3DWQn/s320/370545140_10232511108417135_5122080583215712900_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbtD1_W2L4CVnIzXAHFyLZzpJvd6TEAibFVA9XnErhCsLvRH4gvpVB9itE-gbgk_828uPh2FcY7FNmJW8tYX9bcfAv9BR7ors5IKvWnispjTPlO_f5_nv6MUNrTADD2vs48XwHVBooXEq-BkN3lL4OJTYTWIEFp1-lUXpKrFSL6Fh-Em0jEYwXzx0g3v1k/s2048/370489396_10232511109657166_5202608431558029107_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbtD1_W2L4CVnIzXAHFyLZzpJvd6TEAibFVA9XnErhCsLvRH4gvpVB9itE-gbgk_828uPh2FcY7FNmJW8tYX9bcfAv9BR7ors5IKvWnispjTPlO_f5_nv6MUNrTADD2vs48XwHVBooXEq-BkN3lL4OJTYTWIEFp1-lUXpKrFSL6Fh-Em0jEYwXzx0g3v1k/s320/370489396_10232511109657166_5202608431558029107_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsHRXB24Or4nWwYW1dpaIlVk5XmiMYg7O_d0eSMbZHZr5QsRMMesbKV5UwP7Bxllnb9kmeMNuAP_sb8QwyUZUVRiqpMaaspmg2EfjH5Bvgfw_VV9o3YNs-KgyJjIHcDOAQ6_uRp7yFZNoMovDTHllyfnRjzDs2cZCyoufbaYXfssgbdezEUzHp0ab8eSsR/s2048/370430007_10232511110457186_69187961852031093_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsHRXB24Or4nWwYW1dpaIlVk5XmiMYg7O_d0eSMbZHZr5QsRMMesbKV5UwP7Bxllnb9kmeMNuAP_sb8QwyUZUVRiqpMaaspmg2EfjH5Bvgfw_VV9o3YNs-KgyJjIHcDOAQ6_uRp7yFZNoMovDTHllyfnRjzDs2cZCyoufbaYXfssgbdezEUzHp0ab8eSsR/s320/370430007_10232511110457186_69187961852031093_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Time for sleeves. There are so many incredible options for sleeve treatments for this gown and the instructions are well written and well illustrated. My Short Sleeve choice is marked for gathering stitches on the upper and lower edges and all notches and symbols. This seems to take time now but saves so much time later. I pierce the pattern with an awl and mark the pattern with chalk through the hole.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-T26btylpUyURuRGXMqlX6CTybI1mJ7idwNAc1AZemPFzwgm1fbXeLAh76rEkTG8ygXCYm5kGJb2tHGfOY1vLnlI94crmA7IaJYUUQxkXKgIK8gCiPAXMcCI_vXLgaDVtbaV47VG_trn-ijIy5lNpUSOxelqIbV3JJRdve3uPW0W14PH3_XjyxbFeI2bF/s2048/371083140_10232537643800503_2120489299709029262_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-T26btylpUyURuRGXMqlX6CTybI1mJ7idwNAc1AZemPFzwgm1fbXeLAh76rEkTG8ygXCYm5kGJb2tHGfOY1vLnlI94crmA7IaJYUUQxkXKgIK8gCiPAXMcCI_vXLgaDVtbaV47VG_trn-ijIy5lNpUSOxelqIbV3JJRdve3uPW0W14PH3_XjyxbFeI2bF/s320/371083140_10232537643800503_2120489299709029262_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Two rows of gathering stitches sewn to the lower edge.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3hGbqQDYdGzfc7OYqvmPvuh-oZ-6BJLpWbx43GHbwMcBPl3ik6Gl-4KF55ADpYTXnWGGeyefc719bzNjEZswDi0IWfwzgMIljVUxS9vEexFC-D8MNLwAWNlS6jMRXH-q9z0S6LiVNWTZVk1GnXxz9KVCAXF6ewP0EGeVYqkych0VhfM89tm0BV0YQNmZU/s2048/371124462_10232537655920806_8184116984252096823_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3hGbqQDYdGzfc7OYqvmPvuh-oZ-6BJLpWbx43GHbwMcBPl3ik6Gl-4KF55ADpYTXnWGGeyefc719bzNjEZswDi0IWfwzgMIljVUxS9vEexFC-D8MNLwAWNlS6jMRXH-q9z0S6LiVNWTZVk1GnXxz9KVCAXF6ewP0EGeVYqkych0VhfM89tm0BV0YQNmZU/s320/371124462_10232537655920806_8184116984252096823_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhg9LA1-Ez30x7orYvP4Rv4wt4p8EP-v5sTZvFCyzLb36YnRUIKAymEwWIjXXR54JIy1X06d4UWMyVogwg0FvvVyIHl4mijXEKviEGu1PS0u88n38mWwzLQnLeNP9mvCXIN8My88EosO8u1YMfaATgVOkKAuMCnBahUf2D7UfKM_cnmbAtYPnfe2gQQKmnr/s2048/373307503_10232537659320891_1407538842006954667_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhg9LA1-Ez30x7orYvP4Rv4wt4p8EP-v5sTZvFCyzLb36YnRUIKAymEwWIjXXR54JIy1X06d4UWMyVogwg0FvvVyIHl4mijXEKviEGu1PS0u88n38mWwzLQnLeNP9mvCXIN8My88EosO8u1YMfaATgVOkKAuMCnBahUf2D7UfKM_cnmbAtYPnfe2gQQKmnr/s320/373307503_10232537659320891_1407538842006954667_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Matching notches and symbols the sleeve is folded in half, stitched together, and the seam pressed open. The instructions are great at pointing out the detail needed for this stitch line.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5Zy6OiOLpIC99dvMVzarhAZQ2QD4tOqBF2HdPf5wTskHP9FW1TlQwDdK7DaXZDQjzwPRhi4v5g2VPeNSijUELJ5yjwG1wrYdu0VoW1mgt_6bAHz7RnagIoJt7GRB3lqamXIN8YykaVTdUCqvHvl6gPsnUwu4uyXicNGH350TCz-OCIypBUQCQj27Hk8dh/s2048/370861810_10232537648680625_72824531188410728_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5Zy6OiOLpIC99dvMVzarhAZQ2QD4tOqBF2HdPf5wTskHP9FW1TlQwDdK7DaXZDQjzwPRhi4v5g2VPeNSijUELJ5yjwG1wrYdu0VoW1mgt_6bAHz7RnagIoJt7GRB3lqamXIN8YykaVTdUCqvHvl6gPsnUwu4uyXicNGH350TCz-OCIypBUQCQj27Hk8dh/s320/370861810_10232537648680625_72824531188410728_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7lVovdjJrylixtSnUYcPWFKwDXpi7uWiakL7HR2AXVg75vJoRpxQmRgWvkLXcuh_oKIkhEKCkVC87iJN8qBg2I-P80RenQCOjwnYeBmJxqGslElyauwFRPrxAIuqsUBGo-9I1taJSjMkpGaubovzCx_xKeNLu5qGKbnUcj4nRA5-bRTv4VhJqAlVMBht0/s2048/373359223_10232537743042984_3813859561063773717_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7lVovdjJrylixtSnUYcPWFKwDXpi7uWiakL7HR2AXVg75vJoRpxQmRgWvkLXcuh_oKIkhEKCkVC87iJN8qBg2I-P80RenQCOjwnYeBmJxqGslElyauwFRPrxAIuqsUBGo-9I1taJSjMkpGaubovzCx_xKeNLu5qGKbnUcj4nRA5-bRTv4VhJqAlVMBht0/s320/373359223_10232537743042984_3813859561063773717_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Sleeve Bands are sewn ends together (2 for the Short Sleeve, 2 for over the Long Sleeve for my design). Then the lower edge of the Short Sleeve is gathered to fit the Sleeve Band. The Sleeve Band is placed over the Short Sleeve with right sides together and raw edges even and pinned.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5RYoLnDoqVvEMbCVbehiqypama8o14-xZlrJwu96-plkQ6bCGslgrF_TvHPePuRBuCgSZt-9f_FY9nxk_K2HTIsPo5w0mhfQ6hg3ebO2RvNLXZ6cVFfqb-nxgHAGl69PbWH_gMiiaJHzxOupfBPAeoXvEFc-5IOkeEALHqKV9zjJ9o2-ZlIuU2cdR9QGC/s2048/371092243_10232537649720651_8396405935724702536_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5RYoLnDoqVvEMbCVbehiqypama8o14-xZlrJwu96-plkQ6bCGslgrF_TvHPePuRBuCgSZt-9f_FY9nxk_K2HTIsPo5w0mhfQ6hg3ebO2RvNLXZ6cVFfqb-nxgHAGl69PbWH_gMiiaJHzxOupfBPAeoXvEFc-5IOkeEALHqKV9zjJ9o2-ZlIuU2cdR9QGC/s320/371092243_10232537649720651_8396405935724702536_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCG7cM5JjOvZk-skio1R-F2VsFKQHxrOUHNNO9oCAQNhKWwVSZLS12gq2EHgj8tNLlJ8EXQUwuqpOzbDppAyhXfWdeHtDli-4LDS221GWqlrWcOa3YXB7mFIInavejbEp-xFsHQS84RCZS493QgYSTf7yOeQS5YMx_06cdznEPHB_TX2lcNbeKKACSRfjh/s2048/371116639_10232537644960532_7819673866630987739_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCG7cM5JjOvZk-skio1R-F2VsFKQHxrOUHNNO9oCAQNhKWwVSZLS12gq2EHgj8tNLlJ8EXQUwuqpOzbDppAyhXfWdeHtDli-4LDS221GWqlrWcOa3YXB7mFIInavejbEp-xFsHQS84RCZS493QgYSTf7yOeQS5YMx_06cdznEPHB_TX2lcNbeKKACSRfjh/s320/371116639_10232537644960532_7819673866630987739_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The seam is sewn. Then the seam allowance of the other raw edge of the Sleeve Band is turned in and hand stitched to the interior creating a finished Band. 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text-align: left;">At this point I decide to complete the Sleeve Petal embellishment before I commit to the sleeve design and the cotton lace. 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I also commit and sew the lace to the sleeve wrist edges. What I'm unsure of during this process, and am still unsure of as I make this dress diary, is if the lace should be just a bit darker. It's ecru and balances the dark fabric and ribbon, but I'm still considering tea dyeing for just a bit of depth. What do you think?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY6ppIS-Sre6NhyTpH8pFMAWzwrWtbJWbP-yzYELxHSNSj1JIdhGH7qQJJBhFG8rcq_qPI2KctTQmi_bvvpr8WpO-5RN17AFrG_5vq9TzIu6jX3X_WjBmNKuBJw6u_5Qw5NS55L2W8jlgwoWp1yyJcpIup7UgXHuxb_bJ0uj4_eZc3F0_YWsUs9EPcMWMf/s2048/378018211_10232645227890038_4516342232045507275_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY6ppIS-Sre6NhyTpH8pFMAWzwrWtbJWbP-yzYELxHSNSj1JIdhGH7qQJJBhFG8rcq_qPI2KctTQmi_bvvpr8WpO-5RN17AFrG_5vq9TzIu6jX3X_WjBmNKuBJw6u_5Qw5NS55L2W8jlgwoWp1yyJcpIup7UgXHuxb_bJ0uj4_eZc3F0_YWsUs9EPcMWMf/s320/378018211_10232645227890038_4516342232045507275_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOBrjrfKuOkTuVQhfe5Ztx8SAr83KY-y6PJJlgfpEKGA0VB_dpkSLLriwwU0slNNX7cG3kumFurc0-SpvYdwIccD3GrxH8fAd91QOJr-8CTO0neVb2A0-1FKj-saIKrVMPvEKbP8b1bLFCiW57ZRpbM54C8d_cDuKRzUEDbtuMsYY4s0qiGTrE-j7AETID/s2048/376406646_10232645228490053_1719019167798476377_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOBrjrfKuOkTuVQhfe5Ztx8SAr83KY-y6PJJlgfpEKGA0VB_dpkSLLriwwU0slNNX7cG3kumFurc0-SpvYdwIccD3GrxH8fAd91QOJr-8CTO0neVb2A0-1FKj-saIKrVMPvEKbP8b1bLFCiW57ZRpbM54C8d_cDuKRzUEDbtuMsYY4s0qiGTrE-j7AETID/s320/376406646_10232645228490053_1719019167798476377_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-oDFO5ZOe9iI/Ze3SU0HxVTI/AAAAAAAAf4g/GuaAPjDIEM0SmlsMjFuoMjZHVO4d00rSwCNcBGAsYHQ/s2048/378386714_10232645229570080_7190236155283626279_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-oDFO5ZOe9iI/Ze3SU0HxVTI/AAAAAAAAf4g/GuaAPjDIEM0SmlsMjFuoMjZHVO4d00rSwCNcBGAsYHQ/s320/378386714_10232645229570080_7190236155283626279_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJ1CETN8oLzi7ZE-9UWdZpBbbcrA5yJcWvWYeH1pNwqOeFfXR30DjhPpzn75uXRiNgss51xX3NarHuy6WBDUYG7EkLg-lmJTX-iS7ajIjntXVO9x-eje6m-s2uu8cSoT-zoMFgqogsWoyz7yF2GRkMLcImTOiqzg-X8j8plIt52ToqGB3W5Ytuo_mbf7xT/s2048/377766951_10232645298291798_7689605273968676690_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJ1CETN8oLzi7ZE-9UWdZpBbbcrA5yJcWvWYeH1pNwqOeFfXR30DjhPpzn75uXRiNgss51xX3NarHuy6WBDUYG7EkLg-lmJTX-iS7ajIjntXVO9x-eje6m-s2uu8cSoT-zoMFgqogsWoyz7yF2GRkMLcImTOiqzg-X8j8plIt52ToqGB3W5Ytuo_mbf7xT/s320/377766951_10232645298291798_7689605273968676690_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">With the petals and lace sewn, I go back to sewing the sleeves into the bodice. For my design the Short Sleeve will be inside the Long Sleeve. The upper edges of both sleeves are identical.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgs9x7aVFblWzSCpPiesQPrLQpt1fcLggdNo2lsWFKpYha41LhtekZYoM2h6pO4bVlrbvgdJ3APU2KsjAkEVR_Yfr3qD6nuoBKh2csL3kfbHvRVVHhPrF_kx88C1HKAyQ8gWGsdZIS9rw4fcmlJix6JYrTXMV0J71rbCw3pl5YOwM3eJCyb86rnx-D5sPsi/s2048/378113963_10232645221929889_3368531784065271647_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgs9x7aVFblWzSCpPiesQPrLQpt1fcLggdNo2lsWFKpYha41LhtekZYoM2h6pO4bVlrbvgdJ3APU2KsjAkEVR_Yfr3qD6nuoBKh2csL3kfbHvRVVHhPrF_kx88C1HKAyQ8gWGsdZIS9rw4fcmlJix6JYrTXMV0J71rbCw3pl5YOwM3eJCyb86rnx-D5sPsi/s320/378113963_10232645221929889_3368531784065271647_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Short Sleeve is pinned inside the Long Sleeve and two rows of gathering stitches sewn at the upper edge between the marks.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsUhvp7_vsD4_sMCqaSuVKEVv7huw3FQvayYhuYJMIHSNX9uqNKyso5IlSZgBynBr0CeQ_Sc6f7IWiHG70OJVSmCPfzuMXwX30Ss9K42uD_Bqxl2BVzBdEheKTaHW63oJSfC73bk5wwxsVrdT_OZ2_16-gvKobs8H6yqzfCcWeZeTp6baZUVq8iPLb3NyW/s2048/378269284_10232645223049917_6954819439042168703_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsUhvp7_vsD4_sMCqaSuVKEVv7huw3FQvayYhuYJMIHSNX9uqNKyso5IlSZgBynBr0CeQ_Sc6f7IWiHG70OJVSmCPfzuMXwX30Ss9K42uD_Bqxl2BVzBdEheKTaHW63oJSfC73bk5wwxsVrdT_OZ2_16-gvKobs8H6yqzfCcWeZeTp6baZUVq8iPLb3NyW/s320/378269284_10232645223049917_6954819439042168703_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeAsjXzRbgB1-n5Z4OGpgvx8YaJl9sUoPQkX89sa-QhAa1dUyV9enA0aac1mCMDy6YK8T11iE-u630NH0A_KwCPMCrMIFH__D-HtvoZa5zWnK9GtbhzQfC21N5oem31kPKpzYFskqlEn0McGlooJwVXwZZtErlaa3BSSzQ_z6kz_4r48Xt_GMCFn5gEIBM/s2048/377952271_10232645223969940_8959631680956706443_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeAsjXzRbgB1-n5Z4OGpgvx8YaJl9sUoPQkX89sa-QhAa1dUyV9enA0aac1mCMDy6YK8T11iE-u630NH0A_KwCPMCrMIFH__D-HtvoZa5zWnK9GtbhzQfC21N5oem31kPKpzYFskqlEn0McGlooJwVXwZZtErlaa3BSSzQ_z6kz_4r48Xt_GMCFn5gEIBM/s320/377952271_10232645223969940_8959631680956706443_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The sleeves are inserted into the bodice matching notches and symbols and gathered where indicated and pinned. Then the sleeve is sewn to the bodice. (I always smile here as that one simple sentence is never really simple, is it? Sew the sleeve to the bodice....LOL)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVgZpknETQeQ3iOK7ILbwd-7BYqyfCxLNZ8qQHM_ZtEbzkEOnYx50vJkd0bmPhKCe16B0sgpCxuiD771nchl7IzZFgZJOHZobtYFGUg6Xxipia39fX1LTZrphl9vjME5tr8DSGiuLKEBxYd6OuNcZL5-ov-OK-uDxr8t6MKOurQO2BKhyphenhyphenS597z6Df9oXnH/s2048/378557576_10232645262530904_3266588625310770725_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVgZpknETQeQ3iOK7ILbwd-7BYqyfCxLNZ8qQHM_ZtEbzkEOnYx50vJkd0bmPhKCe16B0sgpCxuiD771nchl7IzZFgZJOHZobtYFGUg6Xxipia39fX1LTZrphl9vjME5tr8DSGiuLKEBxYd6OuNcZL5-ov-OK-uDxr8t6MKOurQO2BKhyphenhyphenS597z6Df9oXnH/s320/378557576_10232645262530904_3266588625310770725_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Fabric is cut the same width as those bands for the vertical bands at the upper sleeve and down the front of the sleeve. The pieces are sewn right sides together into long tubes, the seams allowances trimmed, and the tubes turned right sides out and pressed.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTF81KKUkeoMK9OZ8HoDXf1gAqL7tcMjZOh5u7CKt0EevHaoD96sVQ4HNuTvu9AfoRmcl_eEWRiFIvZnCG_UbilrpQPV6DUhh-jZEbJAV6WEFJ0SBYPvq5Ga3JCkK_C_Dmfl4TkqVdtmfIasGjD_u0aGImppx8v4tj5nvuo-SdGyvCRnLbOF7omTz6CwRG/s2048/378137346_10232645231690133_8149609550733784918_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTF81KKUkeoMK9OZ8HoDXf1gAqL7tcMjZOh5u7CKt0EevHaoD96sVQ4HNuTvu9AfoRmcl_eEWRiFIvZnCG_UbilrpQPV6DUhh-jZEbJAV6WEFJ0SBYPvq5Ga3JCkK_C_Dmfl4TkqVdtmfIasGjD_u0aGImppx8v4tj5nvuo-SdGyvCRnLbOF7omTz6CwRG/s320/378137346_10232645231690133_8149609550733784918_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Loops are formed on each end and then stitched through all four layers.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQ11UBjcenWfwm4mGhuF699G8cpuecItyhB-oEeQW32JmjQl4BYY2SclHJmGk3r7EUBgJ3RuHh_Fak9WJ8nWHTT8tVY7tFeat35W_iXCAIvlKhrCfJA0Rrpx2_oUf6rLcaEJV0f34DZzV6onflr_PltGMDl2XbZaOZ48NfooH-jQwwAcHfBm8zQiGau5uq/s2048/377782281_10232645233170170_5716002760178548411_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQ11UBjcenWfwm4mGhuF699G8cpuecItyhB-oEeQW32JmjQl4BYY2SclHJmGk3r7EUBgJ3RuHh_Fak9WJ8nWHTT8tVY7tFeat35W_iXCAIvlKhrCfJA0Rrpx2_oUf6rLcaEJV0f34DZzV6onflr_PltGMDl2XbZaOZ48NfooH-jQwwAcHfBm8zQiGau5uq/s320/377782281_10232645233170170_5716002760178548411_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The gorgeous dark gold thread buttons were purchased from theboudoirkey on Etsy. 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The skirt and bodice are sewn right sides together matching all notches. Where is that photo? Sorry!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The belt is created with the woven ribbon and fabric handstitched at all edges. As with the top of the edge of the bodice, a button will be sewn to the outside of the ribbon and a large snap will be used for easy on/off.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXpB4iBzVGdGKbxUOPFL6x27c9latV_t122cZ4EzRDMmbK1M1tLvFo863kUUwjOLr1Mm23jsTRNsHac1bhcV6s3PbG79kBoLh7cUoVg0Kv75of_ik7S44LF6An2Ox1SjPuk8YGrxU1eQR_m5BUhkbK7r5QAGE7Y1srfcQPNv-9xle9kapm84uRr_4dOYPJ/s2048/402085332_10233024305086731_2577597088784379376_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXpB4iBzVGdGKbxUOPFL6x27c9latV_t122cZ4EzRDMmbK1M1tLvFo863kUUwjOLr1Mm23jsTRNsHac1bhcV6s3PbG79kBoLh7cUoVg0Kv75of_ik7S44LF6An2Ox1SjPuk8YGrxU1eQR_m5BUhkbK7r5QAGE7Y1srfcQPNv-9xle9kapm84uRr_4dOYPJ/s320/402085332_10233024305086731_2577597088784379376_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvIVgAjEcGzaY2ay5eptTjVcWaKAaqKMeneYIVZvMmisw4oyAnbPyUnNTThyphenhyphenT0Xi7TT8ycb4GBJkYKxIJFAQP0uJGVMkPQa3sB25zbouXvLI2RfPAM8jI5kbfk-4Tl3fGmTfb5gioHwC3P6lj3Vsftz_VGEQdju019VD2si-Z2hIG6Q7_tRMTDA_LHGQ2y/s2048/373299329_10232537647640599_1051495863268555882_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvIVgAjEcGzaY2ay5eptTjVcWaKAaqKMeneYIVZvMmisw4oyAnbPyUnNTThyphenhyphenT0Xi7TT8ycb4GBJkYKxIJFAQP0uJGVMkPQa3sB25zbouXvLI2RfPAM8jI5kbfk-4Tl3fGmTfb5gioHwC3P6lj3Vsftz_VGEQdju019VD2si-Z2hIG6Q7_tRMTDA_LHGQ2y/s320/373299329_10232537647640599_1051495863268555882_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The event draws near, but I'm determined to complete the hem embellishment. I've pinned the velvet ribbon to the gown to make sure that the black is visible on the plum satin.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4XQ22br1oe3dQorq5BzA44O2qtbXG12kqcGJfhUK3tBTPRDUhPhfvdNG_uhaRm7GdpRJl2flgXNDlp2N_zW6Jk-uSaKX2vW5cwF68Z9j5ku0baHZ3VFhoba1BP7IDDbd-wm_hG-DPcEBb2XfAigo4fHMRNLZfEVIndMiMlE9nWb2243CivDDm_8PzcGmV/s2048/370942186_10232537740282915_5121499555285457956_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4XQ22br1oe3dQorq5BzA44O2qtbXG12kqcGJfhUK3tBTPRDUhPhfvdNG_uhaRm7GdpRJl2flgXNDlp2N_zW6Jk-uSaKX2vW5cwF68Z9j5ku0baHZ3VFhoba1BP7IDDbd-wm_hG-DPcEBb2XfAigo4fHMRNLZfEVIndMiMlE9nWb2243CivDDm_8PzcGmV/s320/370942186_10232537740282915_5121499555285457956_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I've had an idea that I believe will allow me to work on the hem embellishment, but if time runs short, can be completed at another time. A variety of designs worked on a paper grid help me decide how to use the velvet ribbon.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmjfTUteEypzoVYcJlplXL1XDcSF9NCDwHw2RDbyPn5-LL-doF1sRowZVG71pUzXyolURko3w0wI0YmqV5ohNEEd4uMfAVVpY7twopiX3-nMfob_PxZwAlYLtjZ7s39arvOu9UmApSgrQyEg5WWAOCGtQgPzzGchbK8b-6jkQE760i63RHq9LNtwagNKEK/s2048/378530260_10232645363653432_8220371323061847678_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmjfTUteEypzoVYcJlplXL1XDcSF9NCDwHw2RDbyPn5-LL-doF1sRowZVG71pUzXyolURko3w0wI0YmqV5ohNEEd4uMfAVVpY7twopiX3-nMfob_PxZwAlYLtjZ7s39arvOu9UmApSgrQyEg5WWAOCGtQgPzzGchbK8b-6jkQE760i63RHq9LNtwagNKEK/s320/378530260_10232645363653432_8220371323061847678_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Using the skirt pattern pieces I cut 9" bands matching the lower 9" of each skirt section. I sew all but the center back seam together.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjasKcEvszQwy68IlYYk6BFxY4veNDlMICIHih1DfpGeBs0sTH_CthlcUJ3lc8fAW10DPh2CPCUQrFETJrFqYNFc7ZEHK95x_zQuj94tBPMx128cicteMXvI0IvVceRDUD39hBASqUhfYJFADU8HqKcl0Sw4W6ueazf1TBhAc4X2T_Wz4dWkuTMVjT1Hf3Y/s2048/378224004_10232645355733234_3848621918671751294_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjasKcEvszQwy68IlYYk6BFxY4veNDlMICIHih1DfpGeBs0sTH_CthlcUJ3lc8fAW10DPh2CPCUQrFETJrFqYNFc7ZEHK95x_zQuj94tBPMx128cicteMXvI0IvVceRDUD39hBASqUhfYJFADU8HqKcl0Sw4W6ueazf1TBhAc4X2T_Wz4dWkuTMVjT1Hf3Y/s320/378224004_10232645355733234_3848621918671751294_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Then I cut my ribbon to length and starting at the center front, place and pin the ribbon along the full length of the 9" wide band criss-crossing the ribbons as I place them where my measurements determined.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1TqqUM_-ex_OudGRSc0L9xXV0_zJP4Dw6_D6IpMLvnKJpPuusN8E4OnKJo88Rfhm7anPRd6bb424GZZQpdgQOmF_6wMGbmnHqdNDYD0L6bTf5wFLbtI2LogtKTQ85sNAl8yaUv2CtrG68lQ2OG_rRjOUlSU6jB6tiyH8ri1ne7ZwSQD2u7AmSNlzYIkH6/s2048/378152117_10232645645580480_8856370787320028244_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1TqqUM_-ex_OudGRSc0L9xXV0_zJP4Dw6_D6IpMLvnKJpPuusN8E4OnKJo88Rfhm7anPRd6bb424GZZQpdgQOmF_6wMGbmnHqdNDYD0L6bTf5wFLbtI2LogtKTQ85sNAl8yaUv2CtrG68lQ2OG_rRjOUlSU6jB6tiyH8ri1ne7ZwSQD2u7AmSNlzYIkH6/s320/378152117_10232645645580480_8856370787320028244_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I sew a black seed bead at the most center of the crossed ribbons to hold the ribbons in place.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb6rmWYvEi2xLIo08d8IutEfufwboUvycMKN1U6WuaRqcrsqs4rKTvtIg8t41MyEyPbcJJbBGCvU5QZsk-YvxhOO9REByDWYPEaCherqFujt_nbCe8CXZbvwKyXWEggrkwt9AwPd_OOAEocrHSzttoKBAoIxRRLO_Cb5tx_di1a2lSM-L6OZeLDZeBX76e/s2048/378379921_10232645806504503_4070200004450347026_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb6rmWYvEi2xLIo08d8IutEfufwboUvycMKN1U6WuaRqcrsqs4rKTvtIg8t41MyEyPbcJJbBGCvU5QZsk-YvxhOO9REByDWYPEaCherqFujt_nbCe8CXZbvwKyXWEggrkwt9AwPd_OOAEocrHSzttoKBAoIxRRLO_Cb5tx_di1a2lSM-L6OZeLDZeBX76e/s320/378379921_10232645806504503_4070200004450347026_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCeIgIDAYOTPuAgZcgptuICDm4JE4d2JI3BR88tluwtXzgqC0d2wyQjd64CDdPLcX8Yc_Dv9tnt6JUGBfjO5AhqTt292l9yuTMjGEQuSfb6TQlSL_i_pvQp5Qn2IHWW3l3IicUH-LwqqyExrzGHbbDgU-a1p5DcrNPskqSbBjxCwjGm8IeCBPlew2iBx6k/s2048/378097673_10232645806984515_5895217500657693577_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCeIgIDAYOTPuAgZcgptuICDm4JE4d2JI3BR88tluwtXzgqC0d2wyQjd64CDdPLcX8Yc_Dv9tnt6JUGBfjO5AhqTt292l9yuTMjGEQuSfb6TQlSL_i_pvQp5Qn2IHWW3l3IicUH-LwqqyExrzGHbbDgU-a1p5DcrNPskqSbBjxCwjGm8IeCBPlew2iBx6k/s320/378097673_10232645806984515_5895217500657693577_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The ribbons are sewn to the band 1/2" from both edges. The center back is sewn.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvgnN9McxLjtf4thR3dOByyXxAeTiTHqV8S34cm2YA5WBlSTxHDGw5RR6b30Uc7L5kPtc472MHqlW1NMHMml2vxpKm2JjkLYGkV-NQ8SPNzjH1FLviwX9QFdff0h7wIkjqTl_6Kam14Wkw7NnLDLKFl5ETmTqFzC1y3aXgkdsSviXFZeQWcaorGTtc1-O_/s2048/378142508_10232645807304523_4056658891836586598_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvgnN9McxLjtf4thR3dOByyXxAeTiTHqV8S34cm2YA5WBlSTxHDGw5RR6b30Uc7L5kPtc472MHqlW1NMHMml2vxpKm2JjkLYGkV-NQ8SPNzjH1FLviwX9QFdff0h7wIkjqTl_6Kam14Wkw7NnLDLKFl5ETmTqFzC1y3aXgkdsSviXFZeQWcaorGTtc1-O_/s320/378142508_10232645807304523_4056658891836586598_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The beribboned band is laid on the skirt with its edge 8-1/2" from the lower skirt edge, right sides together and pinned in place. Following the stitch line on the band, the upper edge of the band is sewn to the skirt. Then the band is folded down so the raw edges of the skirt and the band meet. The skirt edge is folded right sides together 1/2". The band edge is folded wrong sides together 1/2". Then the two folded edges are hand stitched together. This last technique taking hours and only completed an hour before the event. 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But that will be for the next blog post and video. Thank you for being here!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkSXfl7ycQc_L5iFq2WBsJvpk5IJHDQFjSH-jrztruoyyVKGGXwp7VZ9ztSoAs1o6582qXSnrV4CU8G1xaahcjoDEfw9_O1lFj6MtkanDAhFQpr5ZfzR6KCI1PR6N9X5d5aZQFqSrtI_bidY1vZCE9qkLJEmV9OAoDv3N45ymEDWoFE0XIzrtcgx6ShEOj/s1440/366047499_10232423469266211_3433294280400846769_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1440" data-original-width="1440" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkSXfl7ycQc_L5iFq2WBsJvpk5IJHDQFjSH-jrztruoyyVKGGXwp7VZ9ztSoAs1o6582qXSnrV4CU8G1xaahcjoDEfw9_O1lFj6MtkanDAhFQpr5ZfzR6KCI1PR6N9X5d5aZQFqSrtI_bidY1vZCE9qkLJEmV9OAoDv3N45ymEDWoFE0XIzrtcgx6ShEOj/s320/366047499_10232423469266211_3433294280400846769_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiexWhfE5HNPTh7Jv5s24QvdFT2vDtEmulQAvDDiP7Jb8DDLi_oSHVfcbvPaBpn04D9N6yeC38ImleZPm95N2sSv-qRJsBulhIQ2fwzITJ2gaFTLkM9jZ67dSvG4DCRg664QmZBNKqQCBZuHCNgkhfK_UcPO-1V5EsbDVUu1CqphEganmOqrJ1Dj1MdPeMp/s1200/400621201_10233028462230657_1095964938228549646_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiexWhfE5HNPTh7Jv5s24QvdFT2vDtEmulQAvDDiP7Jb8DDLi_oSHVfcbvPaBpn04D9N6yeC38ImleZPm95N2sSv-qRJsBulhIQ2fwzITJ2gaFTLkM9jZ67dSvG4DCRg664QmZBNKqQCBZuHCNgkhfK_UcPO-1V5EsbDVUu1CqphEganmOqrJ1Dj1MdPeMp/s320/400621201_10233028462230657_1095964938228549646_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOe92OmhN_iyxS4maDldRZ_53ObR2pwamDmey559b2HfYR_xOkeDd_APoOi2rI94SPa7-UaGr4DSiRUJUsHj1cKJDUfbMvo4TsZDEDzIxdUYWLScJR0A_2BzY0vVS5MBXQX84nfE2D9REMK1BNJl-OL42XT36ryWcxTvZcP0_1T7yQonQSSDWQyQZp0lXM/s2048/402111717_10233027303561691_5580881864954525185_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOe92OmhN_iyxS4maDldRZ_53ObR2pwamDmey559b2HfYR_xOkeDd_APoOi2rI94SPa7-UaGr4DSiRUJUsHj1cKJDUfbMvo4TsZDEDzIxdUYWLScJR0A_2BzY0vVS5MBXQX84nfE2D9REMK1BNJl-OL42XT36ryWcxTvZcP0_1T7yQonQSSDWQyQZp0lXM/s320/402111717_10233027303561691_5580881864954525185_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Historical Sew Monthly - July 2023</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;">What the item is: Regency Gown</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;">How it fits the Challenge: This is the story of two present-day Cinderellas. The first is me. I had attended my last costumed event in October 2019. In September 2023 an event was scheduled just 3 hours from my home which is an extraordinary occurrence and it would be the first costumed event I would travel to in almost four years. The event was The Lafayette Birthday Ball hosted by Beespoke Vintage. With 2024 and 2025 being the bicentennial of the Marquis de Lafayette's return visit to the United States, and events also being held near me, this was the perfect time for me to learn this beautiful and not often recreated era of mid-1820s fashion. One day I happened upon a January 1825 Ackermann's Repository illustration. I fell in love! I had been gifted a satin in the perfect color. I recreated the gown and attended the Ball in true Cinderella style. Having been gifted this fabric and saving funds, I decided to sponsor another Cinderella to attend the Ball. She has since published on social media sharing her and my name. So I became a Fairy Godmother as well!</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;">Material: Satin, embroidered organza, cotton</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;">Pattern: Laughing Moon 138 Regency Gown and Hamilton Spencer for sleeve detail</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;">Year: 1825</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;">Notions: Woven buttons, woven ribbon, velvet ribbon and seed beads for hem embellishment, costume pin for belt, cotton lace for sleeve details</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;">How historically accurate is it? A very detailed pattern and closely following the 1825 illustration made this as accurate as I could for impression. Machine sewn where possible.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;">First worn: The Lafayette Birthday Ball in September 2023</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;">Total cost: The satin was gifted but if I had to purchase all materials I would estimate $140</span></div></div></div>Jeanettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09186764620925579101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4439815537233502652.post-59561086228687211192024-02-22T16:51:00.000-05:002024-02-22T16:51:32.830-05:002023 Wrap-Up & 2024 Plans - Diary of a Whim-Directed Costumer<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRiHBu6_LnsIeGY4PWDtYRdrHHChDjOjS-NXNUpspHNnSVO59zfO2YhdFRdEaeqUAWLF_-E1niHE7IVl1wKzUhVbU3PJRKc-569iFyibvHI0yia-iV-6vFnhr8-iRtjoiEzOlRcc2UGVmztHsW0CvfAtxiqfGI2s-lj3Bilth_qMaiKaSA-phRezCxLPFL/s1280/20232024Thumbnail.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRiHBu6_LnsIeGY4PWDtYRdrHHChDjOjS-NXNUpspHNnSVO59zfO2YhdFRdEaeqUAWLF_-E1niHE7IVl1wKzUhVbU3PJRKc-569iFyibvHI0yia-iV-6vFnhr8-iRtjoiEzOlRcc2UGVmztHsW0CvfAtxiqfGI2s-lj3Bilth_qMaiKaSA-phRezCxLPFL/s320/20232024Thumbnail.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Companion YouTube Video: <a href="https://youtu.be/H_MzkBplEJI" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/H_MzkBplEJI</a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>The Historical Sew Monthly, originally the Historical Sew Fortnightly created by Leimomi Oakes of The Dreamstress (I'll share links) has been inspiration for my costuming passion since 2014. <div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVfDibTNYEqmvCwwqh1JGi8tvXEJjtSXBBu2GZ44ytLmFTFMCs7tFDbdqMaOlVBl18Z2ODginv2D8G1zhLmd5BweK9kAThs-3N4uqpBvYt96Y5envG06AFjdjtVbw8jL95vPWzX4t-O8rFitu5BoJyWrZSepFNQ8tC7gGwpNDPC83H6aPXb6AK448UlOXn/s1818/Screenshot%20(1).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1022" data-original-width="1818" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVfDibTNYEqmvCwwqh1JGi8tvXEJjtSXBBu2GZ44ytLmFTFMCs7tFDbdqMaOlVBl18Z2ODginv2D8G1zhLmd5BweK9kAThs-3N4uqpBvYt96Y5envG06AFjdjtVbw8jL95vPWzX4t-O8rFitu5BoJyWrZSepFNQ8tC7gGwpNDPC83H6aPXb6AK448UlOXn/s320/Screenshot%20(1).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://thedreamstress.com/" target="_blank">https://thedreamstress.com/</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">While Leimomi now focuses on her teaching and her business partnership in Scroop Patterns, a group of volunteers has kept the Historical Sew Monthly moving forward with new monthly challenges and helpful discussion. I adore this group! They provide inspiration in all historical and vintage fashion up to 1938. The members' contributions and knowledge are incredible.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPcKKwpLwF9GWfTEJo9-V-Cdu01wp2bWPUrNDXqalD9XQwuSxJqrRNlTV0Wccu1I-OVnqS6Q8Fe-yfVo4f26h4D2iLryezhbOjTgTcYvUTyvMGyogbcxumuLg-g0idd2xialnA6crWq63SwmekPNHujkB5pbCvHyFoPaHIM0S7WaQPMoIzQGCkKDfiM46M/s1920/Screenshot%20(2).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="912" data-original-width="1920" height="152" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPcKKwpLwF9GWfTEJo9-V-Cdu01wp2bWPUrNDXqalD9XQwuSxJqrRNlTV0Wccu1I-OVnqS6Q8Fe-yfVo4f26h4D2iLryezhbOjTgTcYvUTyvMGyogbcxumuLg-g0idd2xialnA6crWq63SwmekPNHujkB5pbCvHyFoPaHIM0S7WaQPMoIzQGCkKDfiM46M/s320/Screenshot%20(2).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/144492112368133" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/144492112368133</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Since the twelve monthly Challenges may be completed and submitted at any time throughout the year and in any order, it also works well for me to fit my projects for any events into the Challenges. A summary of the 2023 Challenges and the detail required for submission into the monthly Challenge albums is here for you.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The Historical Sew Monthly 2023 Challenges</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>January - Back to the Beginning</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpligxVZwp6TFOqWUfITkh0MKmBtQCWvDOV4H_UPDwzerViePCCt0MN3nEAZ4jl3FMb5_l3biWQvGRPPeORVAt2e4Pc-tqSZOgMADqMOf-vblxxqKNG8QScivL4xmZ6ICVrOryN5QWOGlPELGCy2YI77NTn_SxaFiSZAaquGxo5x5dgNO0SFMqDxrNk49H/s1200/FrancesRumpCollage.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpligxVZwp6TFOqWUfITkh0MKmBtQCWvDOV4H_UPDwzerViePCCt0MN3nEAZ4jl3FMb5_l3biWQvGRPPeORVAt2e4Pc-tqSZOgMADqMOf-vblxxqKNG8QScivL4xmZ6ICVrOryN5QWOGlPELGCy2YI77NTn_SxaFiSZAaquGxo5x5dgNO0SFMqDxrNk49H/s320/FrancesRumpCollage.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEV-89ai_ht5n8jasROAH1jOaWdinXyiVQaIVP6SS7NUbDI4uLT831iXpuT17L7qur_XJ_mJTCXXln8DTHuxt4XAUYDmH3tWa5M1t6-N0sYwpHFhZsG-so45LjpdwL669ftXVnEhmIBJcHH4EcJxcRdFIsVsivuT16aEJcUjIAxmy1mWxOv1I4tlu1-Jew/s960/384280759_10232759765953418_5512899974282696512_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="540" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEV-89ai_ht5n8jasROAH1jOaWdinXyiVQaIVP6SS7NUbDI4uLT831iXpuT17L7qur_XJ_mJTCXXln8DTHuxt4XAUYDmH3tWa5M1t6-N0sYwpHFhZsG-so45LjpdwL669ftXVnEhmIBJcHH4EcJxcRdFIsVsivuT16aEJcUjIAxmy1mWxOv1I4tlu1-Jew/s320/384280759_10232759765953418_5512899974282696512_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBFpeHDkqhr4qgWXTEL7rPHNepHN6d_AIAxvuJOVzFjtW1LvNSKSrBsl4DASlxWq5OYLyeNboIwUEyOw7nLKIt3lDbvaemZNgyDsWuIqz4qQPAV8cGZHF9pAgMFhPwiK3sHb1zkwq0RSJLRU3uEbvZLNByJwaeTy4XqpeVZvfLroFyNImD6L8X1RnPScAq/s960/384549040_10232759767233450_66683672729702938_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="540" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBFpeHDkqhr4qgWXTEL7rPHNepHN6d_AIAxvuJOVzFjtW1LvNSKSrBsl4DASlxWq5OYLyeNboIwUEyOw7nLKIt3lDbvaemZNgyDsWuIqz4qQPAV8cGZHF9pAgMFhPwiK3sHb1zkwq0RSJLRU3uEbvZLNByJwaeTy4XqpeVZvfLroFyNImD6L8X1RnPScAq/s320/384549040_10232759767233450_66683672729702938_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;">The Challenge: Re-make one of your very first projects. Or make something that is the beginning of an entirely new outfit.</div><div style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;">What the item is: False Rump</div><div style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;">How it fits the Challenge: This false rump will create the full-bottomed and round-hipped shape for the beginning of a new outfit.</div><div style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;">Material: Linen, cotton</div><div style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;">Pattern: Free Frances Rump pattern by Scroop Patterns</div><div style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;">Year: 1775-1795, this view being correct for 1775-1787</div><div style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;">Notions: Waterfowl feathers and down, twill tape, thread</div><div style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;">How historically accurate is it? The pattern and silhouette are very accurate, the fabrics and notions are accurate, but the false rump is primarily machine sewn.</div><div style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;">Hours to complete: 4 hours</div><div style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;">First worn: Halloween 2023</div><div style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;">Total cost: Fabric $8, twill tape $4, feathers recycled from a pillow</div><div style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><br /></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"> </div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>February - Reality Is Unrealistic</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Colourful peasant clothing? The prevalence of day caps? Bra-like garments in the Middle Ages? Make an accurate historical garment that defies our modern expectations of what was possible or commonly done!</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;">What the item is: Fringe Dress</div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;">How it fits the Challenge: The Jazz Age is 100 years past but our modern perception of the clothing is heavily influenced by movies and the stereotype of the flapper in the heavily fringed dress. While fringe was certainly used, it was also used in styles other than flapper for both day and evening wear.</div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;">Material: Satin</div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;">Pattern: Decades of Style Pattern Company 1925 Fringe Front Dress</div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;">Year: 1925</div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;">Notions: 12" Fringe, sequin rope trim, thread</div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;">How historically accurate is it? Uses an accurate pattern with the luscious fabrics and trims of the era.</div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;">Hours to complete: 8 hours</div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;">First worn: For a Gatsby Fundraiser.</div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;">Total cost: $37</div></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>March - Focus on the Fabric</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4dw_kV_eqkk81mie0Jp9pZXXz-bRIKEjQIMsndUPsmu_lS79mPkqwtvNiVAnY2dEfzD55k08tM2LLXXEqt0jv4fCgcI7kR_Wlv0lh3rrZncQaYIyiQh9KaX5Fro5i3-_YmEZZXTWVafuaCavV1FrPJQaWPDKt0bGeTG1hCqimqLyRlHLLU7jjwEgZP0Nu/s1200/BarbieCoatCollage.png" style="margin-left: 1em; 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clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">What the item is: 1920s Poiret Style Cocoon Coat</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">How it fits the Challenge: While the design of this coat has survived these past 100 years, the fabric of this particular coat was not only important for the impression I was recreating, but is the absolute star of this garment.</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Material: Satin, velvet-flocked net overlay</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Pattern: Folkwear 503 Poiret Cocoon Coat</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Year: 1920s</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Notions: Faux fur trim, thread</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">How historically accurate is it? The pattern is very accurate, the materials were only to give the impression for the recreation.</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Hours to complete: 14 hours</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">First worn: Voyage on the Queen Mary 2 (A once-in-a-lifetime trip and dream come true!)</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Total cost: $70</span></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;">The Challenge: <span style="color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Challenge yourself to make something that uses two or more colours which you would not normally use together, or colours which "clash" to the modern eye.</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">What the item is: Early 1930s Combinations</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">How it fits the Challenge: Using remaining fabric pieces from previous sewing projects, the colours are a warm and cool and directly opposite each other on the color wheel. But only I will see them along with my very close friends and now all of you reading this. ;)</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Material: China silk and silk crepe de chine.</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Pattern: Wearing History Early 1930s Combination Underwear</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Year: Early 1930s</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Notions: Snaps, thread, bias tape</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">How historically accurate is it? Pattern is very accurate and use of bits of available materials and notions is also very accurate.</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Hours to complete: 6 hours - only because I'm dreadfully slow at sewing snaps.</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">First worn: Ready for the next 1930s/1940s event.</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Total cost: Fabric was bits from previous projects as was the bias tape. $2.50 for snaps.</span></div></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="background-color: transparent;">The Challenge: Make something worn in the hair or on the head.</span> </span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">What the item is: Regency Era Turban</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">How it fits the Challenge: Worn on the head.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Materials: Satin, metallic embroidered organza, silk for lining, woven ribbon.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Pattern: Wingeo WN714 - 1795 - 1825 Regency Era Turban</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Year: Late 18th and Early 19th Centuries</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Notions: Button blank, vintage feather, thread, buckram</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">How historically accurate is it? Unsure of the accuracy of the pattern or method of construction, but it did produce a very comfortable turban that was wearable for the entire evening and stayed in place without any pins. I wanted to recreate the brow band in the inspiration illustration and this pattern made that possible.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Hours to complete: 10 hours</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">First worn: The Lafayette Birthday Ball in September 2023</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Total cost: The satin was gifted but if I had to purchase all materials I would estimate $50.</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"> </span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>June - Jack of All Trades</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">The Challenge: </span></span>Make something that uses two or more different production techniques (sewing, knitting, embroidery, quilting, tatting etc.)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">What the item is: Escoffion</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">How it fits the Challenge: This headpiece used sewing, ribbon weaving, and beading techniques.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Material: Metallic ribbon.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Pattern: Elizabethan Escoffion - Cloth of Gold - Lynn McMasters - Out of a Portrait</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Year: 16th Century</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Notions: Several sizes of pearls, black seed beads, trim for the edge, satin ribbon for the back ties, thread.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">How historically accurate is it? As this was a learning piece I followed the instructions but not the suggested ribbon.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Hours to complete: 12 hours</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">First worn: For a 1930s Black and White evening.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Total cost: $25</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"> </span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="xyamay9 x1pi30zi xsag5q8 x1swvt13" style="font-family: inherit; padding: 16px 16px 12px;"><div class="x78zum5" style="display: flex; font-family: inherit;"><div class="x3nfvp2" style="display: inline-flex; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Challenge: Make something inspired by a fairy tale or folk tale.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">What the item is: Regency Gown</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">How it fits the Challenge: This is the story of two present-day Cinderellas. The first is me. I had attended my last costumed event in October 2019. In September 2023 an event was scheduled just 3 hours from my home which is an extraordinary occurrence and it would be the first costumed event I would travel to in almost four years. The event was The Lafayette Birthday Ball hosted by Beespoke Vintage. With 2024 and 2025 being the bicentennial of the Marquis de Lafayette's return visit to the United States, and events also being held near me, this was the perfect time for me to learn this beautiful and not often recreated era of mid-1820s fashion. One day I happened upon a January 1825 Ackermann's Repository illustration. I fell in love! I had been gifted a satin in the perfect color. I recreated the gown and attended the Ball in true Cinderella style. Having been gifted this fabric and saving funds, I decided to sponsor another Cinderella to attend the Ball. She has since published on social media sharing her and my name. So I became a Fairy Godmother as well!</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Material: Satin, embroidered organza, cotton</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Pattern: Laughing Moon 138 Regency Gown and Hamilton Spencer for sleeve detail</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Year: 1825</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Notions: Woven buttons, woven ribbon, velvet ribbon and seed beads for hem embellishment, costume pin for belt, cotton lace for sleeve details</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">How historically accurate is it? A very detailed pattern and closely following the 1825 illustration made this as accurate as I could for impression. Machine sewn where possible.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">First worn: The Lafayette Birthday Ball in September 2023</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Total cost: The satin was gifted but if I had to purchase all materials I would estimate $140</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>August - All Tied Up</b> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-6bjYBl5GbNyU9CScKk2qraKRUJqxgt36HFEKH089zeXbn6aSMH17RUdTOlJca5HY52uFo8mmPRzoIWXssgVbZAqHkbIpeHtjghr66QqwD3KBGcpVx6R-o0ZgXOhcvxxiJR4CTFIKVEMZR0EO61G-LDY0nMZQ7Z0vG38r4uR9la8KrwIDQ0djYtFGr5sg/s1200/1930sWrapCollage1.png" style="margin-left: 1em; 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font-size: 15px;">How it fits the Challenge: The collar of this wrap extends to ties that, when knotted, hold the wrap closed.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Material: Velvet and faux satin.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Pattern: Depew Patterns 1931 5 Evening Wraps</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Year: 1931</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Notions: Thread</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">How historically accurate is it? Sewn using a vintage page with only measurements for cutting the fabric and slight instructions.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Hours to complete: 2 hours</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">First worn: Enjoying the Casino on the Queen Mary 2 during the Red and Gold Gala Evening.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Total cost: The wrap is slightly shorter than the instructions called for as I used a velvet piece purchased in a costumers destash group for $5. The gold faux satin lining was $4</span></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>September - The State of Fashion</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmQ_SgOqdB953ZfK1ThHdRCtICkmdjARUbB5L3gjIyNBE6BC6KaS5rUqORWA4cYXwU6w2J8JGHTkQjrwFBceO55gdGu8Ri5-sFC1vQk9GJw4qmWabrCqX_-2XnJAuvDEhPLNkRXQMstQb_XBOSebKv4u7rOAKfV8Rb_lHMR7G0Ire7FCWRbkRxLwYo5BbJ/s1200/18thcBarbieCollage.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmQ_SgOqdB953ZfK1ThHdRCtICkmdjARUbB5L3gjIyNBE6BC6KaS5rUqORWA4cYXwU6w2J8JGHTkQjrwFBceO55gdGu8Ri5-sFC1vQk9GJw4qmWabrCqX_-2XnJAuvDEhPLNkRXQMstQb_XBOSebKv4u7rOAKfV8Rb_lHMR7G0Ire7FCWRbkRxLwYo5BbJ/s320/18thcBarbieCollage.png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRchckpFAJLfZPMbmgccWCzIeD6jl4FNspnYJZmz4wEgrftRIia3kpEd9GajyB9bTh_sPhmMPW2m6ZouXGAeYm2afHJeRDtuIt9h7cQbFs0XxvfNXDmwQ7yw3ijay8Vv8km0_fjLeEBShnl_Dz7YaM66qDCqkd3RM7lNJP8dE2_EpPpLjTWH8HcMVgpGTU/s320/395624510_10232968907101816_980143189267996176_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="180" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRchckpFAJLfZPMbmgccWCzIeD6jl4FNspnYJZmz4wEgrftRIia3kpEd9GajyB9bTh_sPhmMPW2m6ZouXGAeYm2afHJeRDtuIt9h7cQbFs0XxvfNXDmwQ7yw3ijay8Vv8km0_fjLeEBShnl_Dz7YaM66qDCqkd3RM7lNJP8dE2_EpPpLjTWH8HcMVgpGTU/s1600/395624510_10232968907101816_980143189267996176_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhS7lGQNn9_fm-YLUWJSk63txd-IK_6TicCZDPVDqyLONINUfFlEAy0gKLgdA8Y1YsKUppDXADa4cIkkHm_xrLcHHABNWVnpnofh89Au2aSn0rfETvcHMChJLMUiYfyq0ScVDO3S7jd_t4xBliigIgy6QoTyYdSPKnbnGMS0VKmvAJAoyuGHr6Uu3iCA5Gx/s320/395579660_10232968908301846_4985477931689744317_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="180" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhS7lGQNn9_fm-YLUWJSk63txd-IK_6TicCZDPVDqyLONINUfFlEAy0gKLgdA8Y1YsKUppDXADa4cIkkHm_xrLcHHABNWVnpnofh89Au2aSn0rfETvcHMChJLMUiYfyq0ScVDO3S7jd_t4xBliigIgy6QoTyYdSPKnbnGMS0VKmvAJAoyuGHr6Uu3iCA5Gx/s1600/395579660_10232968908301846_4985477931689744317_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><br /><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Challenge: Make something for which the fashion was influenced by political situations happening at that time in history (ex. sumptuary laws, imports and tariffs, protests, conflicts or social movements.)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;">What the item is: 18th Century Gown</span></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;">How it fits the Challenge: <span style="color: #050505; font-family: inherit; font-size: 15px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Britain had its silk industry located in Spitalfields, London. Beautiful fabrics brocaded in silver and gold were produced. To protect the local industry the British government established high taxes on imported textiles. Between 1765 and 1768 riots occurred during a downturn in the silk weaving industry. The Spitalfields weavers organized to attempt to ensure that the rates of pay for their piece work was not cut beneath the level at which they could feed themselves and their families. Destruction, violence, and a hanging were all attributed to the Spitalfields riots.</span></div><div class="x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15px; margin: 0.5em 0px 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I</span><span style="font-family: inherit;">'ve chosen a pattern close to that period (1775-1790) which has detailed and historically accurate sewing instructions greatly helping me learn period construction. I'll be making a mock-up from a non-silk fabric for a fun costume allowing for mistakes and learning, but will create the final gown for a future event in a beautiful silk.</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Materials: Faux silk taffeta, cotton</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Pattern: Angelica Gown by Scroop Patterns</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Year: 1775 - 1790</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Notions: Metal eyelets, yarn, lace, and the fun appliques.</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: inherit;">How historically accurate is it? I learned a lot of historical techniques from this pattern. I did machine sew where possible and, of course, the complete impression is non-historical. But it was fun and completely stress-free! So 10% - maybe. :)</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Hours to complete: With the appliques this took almost 40 hours.</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: inherit;">First worn: Halloween 2023</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Total cost: $35</span></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>October - HSM Lookbook</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5F3HqjDnybN05x3N7QZa2z8TZ1DJ_4aJpeDlp5tVV2nbfDf4tZrYnrdFnZ3DfAiQHCEJfoJaBRGl6WxQmKrLb1IQozVq4EJDu5hQjUPttJIjp0VD_m1EaVniXNgOG934jdW8fJznUulQ_FVx3nEY2hbjSmEqj9dI5paX19MWECQKdaf1tfboIIniStlTs/s2048/376751073_10232645154048192_826849509800535147_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5F3HqjDnybN05x3N7QZa2z8TZ1DJ_4aJpeDlp5tVV2nbfDf4tZrYnrdFnZ3DfAiQHCEJfoJaBRGl6WxQmKrLb1IQozVq4EJDu5hQjUPttJIjp0VD_m1EaVniXNgOG934jdW8fJznUulQ_FVx3nEY2hbjSmEqj9dI5paX19MWECQKdaf1tfboIIniStlTs/s320/376751073_10232645154048192_826849509800535147_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgf3D43ntd0h9AtctDQ80Y8RYPk3hzCZHzjQQQLC91MK8ZoGgXNmTkHu5SLY_Imqlqoxues_m1OtNgQB_GhfGKMaRhzw0_haxjARydyYmrbGbZbTr_-iYcv8aSiH04tmLzirxgeMxmnVN-QKhQ0AFVHKs_CyswJL8wxO9KnYBJfS75zqtUzckCRCzeYCU1h/s1800/378532659_10232645144647957_6735776650235489395_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1800" data-original-width="1440" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgf3D43ntd0h9AtctDQ80Y8RYPk3hzCZHzjQQQLC91MK8ZoGgXNmTkHu5SLY_Imqlqoxues_m1OtNgQB_GhfGKMaRhzw0_haxjARydyYmrbGbZbTr_-iYcv8aSiH04tmLzirxgeMxmnVN-QKhQ0AFVHKs_CyswJL8wxO9KnYBJfS75zqtUzckCRCzeYCU1h/s320/378532659_10232645144647957_6735776650235489395_n.jpg" width="256" /></a></div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Challenge: We have so many talented costumers in the HSM community! Make something inspired by someone else's HSM project from an earlier month/year.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">What the item is: Regency Reticule</span></span></div><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">How it fits the Challenge: I've always loved the tasseled reticules such as Leimomi Oakes and Alyssa Nunley created for the November 2018 Challenge. This reticule was perfect to follow their inspiration.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Material: Satin, silk lining, metallic embroidered net</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Pattern: La Mode Bagatelle Regency Wardrobe</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Year: Regency Era</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Notions: Silk tassels, thread, satin ribbon</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">How historically accurate is it? As depicted in many Regency illustrations but machine sewn.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Hours to complete: 1 hour</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">First worn: The Lafayette Birthday Ball in September 2023</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;" /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Total cost: The satin was gifted, but if I had to purchase all items I would estimate $10</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>November - Style Starts at Home</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="320" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiMOnUMWfz3g4xToSmN-1phY04ae7pwRvLzCbyF0EF39ZV1SzeGPTqmw63QPxvf-GQCcVBipzK5xxpfHS6qNnJvGsRQEZRELT6MPhvtLwL8I89IDTpyMQXmw7D8EeorUTdvASEqe_mtnsM-MMaDhyphenhyphenBwKZ4cgrIwIcN9wX6FSF5stlP_U0PMZfYZGrqiXAk/s1600/365188319_10232347926137680_8822291114981196508_n.jpg" width="320" /></div><br /><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Challenge: Make something which would generally be seen only within the household (ex. informal at-home wear, nightwear, undergarments).</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">What the item is: Corset Garter Belt</span></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">How it fits the Challenge: An undergarment to create the period silhouette and hold stockings.</span></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Material: Coutil</span></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Pattern: Mrs Depew 1930s Corset Garter Belt</span></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Year: 1930s</span></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Notions: Busk, spiral metal boning, elastic, twill tape, garters, embroidery floss</span></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">How historically accurate is it? Pattern, materials, and techniques all accurate.</span></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Hours to complete: 8 hours</span></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">First worn: 1930s evening on the Queen Mary 2</span></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Total cost: $55</span></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>December - Paired to Perfection</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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font-size: 15px;">Make something that comes in a pair (mittens, stockings, garters, braces etc.) Or make something in which the trim or construction prominently features sets of two.</span> </span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">What the item is: Bra and garter belt</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">How it fits the Challenge: Designed for both upper and lower body parts that appear in sets of two.</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Material: Satin, embroidered net</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Pattern: The Underpinnings Museum 1930s Kestos Style Bra and 1930s Kestos 'Zoma' Suspender Belt</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Year: 1930s</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Notions: Elastic, satin ribbon, garters, hooks and eyes, buttons, thread</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">How historically accurate is it? Patterns developed from a museum collection and materials accurate.</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Hours to complete: 15 hours</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">First worn: Casual wear 1930s day on the Queen Mary 2</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Total cost: $20</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Completing these 12 projects earned me a Certificate of Awesomeness! from The Historical Sew Monthly community. 126 projects were completed by 33 participants in the group. I'm very thankful to be part of that welcoming and inclusive community!</span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOSO8Jaz6PGTY8yXsXbeumzJGfNN6nv07MIlnE_bFEi2HUpRRSYIOrFHydixn_0R0R7cVdstUw65kOEZX1EkRHeT0AaB_PkP-4DY1p154n3JBwGN5HICAgt-hxUFNO3RNgLjIy-vN6huB-WZ935v0CN0cK_ZVIiYvYLs1zYpasq6mkV2OS1nXU1RtuMz8l/s1280/HSM2023Blue.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOSO8Jaz6PGTY8yXsXbeumzJGfNN6nv07MIlnE_bFEi2HUpRRSYIOrFHydixn_0R0R7cVdstUw65kOEZX1EkRHeT0AaB_PkP-4DY1p154n3JBwGN5HICAgt-hxUFNO3RNgLjIy-vN6huB-WZ935v0CN0cK_ZVIiYvYLs1zYpasq6mkV2OS1nXU1RtuMz8l/s320/HSM2023Blue.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>2023 Costume Events and Projects - Planned</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">It was wonderful to find that Beespoke Vintage, headquartered just 3 hours from me in Fayetteville, North Carolina, was organizing costume-related events prior to The National Celebration of the Bicentennial of Lafayette's Farewell Tour in 2024 and 2025. Rebecca planned a series of lectures and workshops beginning June for foundations, day dress, and evening dress, leading up to The Lafayette Grand Birthday Ball & Soiree in September.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkoQbhwY_Ohzj6FT5F8VDzLEKvF2RSTR2mBj7h9eI8jnZ3zgz2mGFlBwuwlpYoU9OkwAeHUyaJ1mEFwh5rjioiQ-aPKtwGToN9bfw8soH09Q1cOEiMSFHPg1KDIDN52wQ6vV8pknmv9pCCfsyMPNIgSuuuneKttPSpsQtrQmoMGI0crXHXibguLU0znM1g/s1902/Screenshot%20(71).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkoQbhwY_Ohzj6FT5F8VDzLEKvF2RSTR2mBj7h9eI8jnZ3zgz2mGFlBwuwlpYoU9OkwAeHUyaJ1mEFwh5rjioiQ-aPKtwGToN9bfw8soH09Q1cOEiMSFHPg1KDIDN52wQ6vV8pknmv9pCCfsyMPNIgSuuuneKttPSpsQtrQmoMGI0crXHXibguLU0znM1g/s1902/Screenshot%20(71).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmEGzPdty7TOE6iSOsDR0Pqw8xc2W2madYWb8baEiJAaL1XfNX2BmFVBrcnFHF3zd_PFxfbOG7cbVd-n77wmaclb_GcXGAuZKVwyArR2RF_GpyTvINlarJ38S2jJmFaLic3Q54g7193wUtWgStva2UcAch0baDaRF07kYr4PFLheckMOkEVJDShuwJjLSi/s1883/Screenshot%20(70).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="907" data-original-width="1883" height="154" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmEGzPdty7TOE6iSOsDR0Pqw8xc2W2madYWb8baEiJAaL1XfNX2BmFVBrcnFHF3zd_PFxfbOG7cbVd-n77wmaclb_GcXGAuZKVwyArR2RF_GpyTvINlarJ38S2jJmFaLic3Q54g7193wUtWgStva2UcAch0baDaRF07kYr4PFLheckMOkEVJDShuwJjLSi/s320/Screenshot%20(70).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://beespokevintage.com/" target="_blank">https://beespokevintage.com/</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><img border="0" data-original-height="913" data-original-width="1902" height="154" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkoQbhwY_Ohzj6FT5F8VDzLEKvF2RSTR2mBj7h9eI8jnZ3zgz2mGFlBwuwlpYoU9OkwAeHUyaJ1mEFwh5rjioiQ-aPKtwGToN9bfw8soH09Q1cOEiMSFHPg1KDIDN52wQ6vV8pknmv9pCCfsyMPNIgSuuuneKttPSpsQtrQmoMGI0crXHXibguLU0znM1g/s320/Screenshot%20(71).png" width="320" /></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizjlxfi_o1kFboRRXpgHmxPpyXNRzsfEVq3loNyT3gs4m03Avrx3JA_yWlXbg-QS3UeCndG2p_1ImCEa7llXAe45aJd_K83-SZo_4SuO8fedciocnTyXdHhK68xW1xljcM8cmLcsuG9B7QbfQL7iG8AesLZvYh8vprYxMRfjWCJKBkNLQl-n48p-5FI-oW/s1891/Screenshot%20(72).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="922" data-original-width="1891" height="156" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizjlxfi_o1kFboRRXpgHmxPpyXNRzsfEVq3loNyT3gs4m03Avrx3JA_yWlXbg-QS3UeCndG2p_1ImCEa7llXAe45aJd_K83-SZo_4SuO8fedciocnTyXdHhK68xW1xljcM8cmLcsuG9B7QbfQL7iG8AesLZvYh8vprYxMRfjWCJKBkNLQl-n48p-5FI-oW/s320/Screenshot%20(72).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOcx3A9pleX_rkzktzrU9gF_JOfHTaxOUuzLH4cvVinhyphenhyphenz07zZU_nBuhcbC4gjDr5cKfRgpoV6Yob4qS1Bo9q_FFsbxRJl72NRF2wt_A14rr0kC_-E8aRjgfyv16gZ462fGM4HnQ1Iu4qI4G-QrmMMx2_H_vin6CLY4kK5awoktPXx_MYlSltaJ5jxR2Gw/s1644/355879684_10232039366463881_7235526720522396595_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1644" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOcx3A9pleX_rkzktzrU9gF_JOfHTaxOUuzLH4cvVinhyphenhyphenz07zZU_nBuhcbC4gjDr5cKfRgpoV6Yob4qS1Bo9q_FFsbxRJl72NRF2wt_A14rr0kC_-E8aRjgfyv16gZ462fGM4HnQ1Iu4qI4G-QrmMMx2_H_vin6CLY4kK5awoktPXx_MYlSltaJ5jxR2Gw/s320/355879684_10232039366463881_7235526720522396595_n.jpg" width="210" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Corsets & Cravats 2023 was to be held in Raleigh, North Carolina in August. I submitted a teaching proposal for the event. I then learned that the event was focused on a specific historical period 1830 to 1880. My class proposal for ribbon flowers was considered out of that period and rejected. I've created costumes in the 1870s period, but those costumes and underthings have been sold and I didn't have any resources available to create more. In the end I decided to revisit that event another year.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgM6SAdppN_f_JoLEi3sa2ulgSCsITOlfNNBA88py8p9ttGJNdT0SEmegvGpcSg_C8Tqv9NfE9e3nrHmL7ixwH0VBS9Kzy9kLxypVX2K_G9egQbngbt2X-cjtCsqK1wvvFJ0_4bvLXE6c7RFBCprdGjMQD8ZeXlj9B47Th2AYCDjbDepR0Md9YduCMXD6q-/s1668/Screenshot%20(64).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="493" data-original-width="1668" height="95" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgM6SAdppN_f_JoLEi3sa2ulgSCsITOlfNNBA88py8p9ttGJNdT0SEmegvGpcSg_C8Tqv9NfE9e3nrHmL7ixwH0VBS9Kzy9kLxypVX2K_G9egQbngbt2X-cjtCsqK1wvvFJ0_4bvLXE6c7RFBCprdGjMQD8ZeXlj9B47Th2AYCDjbDepR0Md9YduCMXD6q-/s320/Screenshot%20(64).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I had purchased a ticket for the 18th century ball that was to be held in St. Louis in October, but family commitments meant making the difficult choice to forego that event as well. Again, the gown made for Versailles in 2020 remains unworn. Some day, I hope!!</div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoXPTpMfLlELqmhSBtDjUQs9Hcn8AaM-Hdeb8p2SYJqwKKpgQlixO9rAUi4WySMwOGmOamfYlHpAYJcLDYTQlTnZnZbbW69hWO2HROmNZ76bf3RRSL-08TGclbwWEuTYCwLmQPN_GdERiA7T9wGoFKY23vDteVzFQv4czNF8VTm2z4ooMl0nXexuvvJYq8/s800/Screenshot%20(73).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="725" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoXPTpMfLlELqmhSBtDjUQs9Hcn8AaM-Hdeb8p2SYJqwKKpgQlixO9rAUi4WySMwOGmOamfYlHpAYJcLDYTQlTnZnZbbW69hWO2HROmNZ76bf3RRSL-08TGclbwWEuTYCwLmQPN_GdERiA7T9wGoFKY23vDteVzFQv4czNF8VTm2z4ooMl0nXexuvvJYq8/s320/Screenshot%20(73).png" width="290" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>2023 Costume Events - Attended</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">But a change of plans did not mean staying home.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>June 2023 - Preparing for Lafayette</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I attended the first Beespoke Vintage Foundations Lecture and Workshop in Fayetteville. There I received from Rebecca a Swag Bag full of information from The American Friends of Lafayette and The Lafayette Society regarding the upcoming Bicentennial Farewell Tour. The class was so informative for me for an era I'm very unfamiliar with and the town of Fayetteville is an historic treasure.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPFydT4hYKZEIYq1RWdBLjKW9Xc8ND4fSm4J9BXpEarZFkFLavujpY7WPDvYbDcQyGGSAB9q1oteUCmAU1JQqLyxAESRkcBX694elusBjf2ZBwBOIdf_r8oQKdKuxXqhS6ckj2UelCwuUDaieNqJ2N1Gcezw7ZXZjjna-qtnZM8tNvpDYC_59cFmBQR2P6/s640/355863314_10232039361103747_498295214887216957_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPFydT4hYKZEIYq1RWdBLjKW9Xc8ND4fSm4J9BXpEarZFkFLavujpY7WPDvYbDcQyGGSAB9q1oteUCmAU1JQqLyxAESRkcBX694elusBjf2ZBwBOIdf_r8oQKdKuxXqhS6ckj2UelCwuUDaieNqJ2N1Gcezw7ZXZjjna-qtnZM8tNvpDYC_59cFmBQR2P6/s320/355863314_10232039361103747_498295214887216957_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Rebecca was the perfect organizer and host and every detail was exact and beautiful! 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text-align: left;">The original Queen Mary 2 voyage was scheduled for May 2020 and cancelled during the world lockdown. I had made several attempts to reschedule that voyage but, magically, this was to be the year! The 1930s wardrobe I had been creating could finally be worn over a 12-night Eastern Caribbean holiday. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH8plF0lLOSdkO3fDlnMdjsnvbKKoO1UJX7ejDC6Mkom1p-8GvcmpC4RgfKNEi0imSOYALOmcODy_E1lOGFqs5hzxEH3hw2_kHT4jQYpA5Fr9UVdJ93W4gMtlBYJXJCj3XZZlMsUXmxjN_HBzvYw_H4In0tejBe-LSIerjWjCt8RaQYki3PnRtMXmaSz7g/s1605/411873970_10233188324547115_2952370145256942007_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1605" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH8plF0lLOSdkO3fDlnMdjsnvbKKoO1UJX7ejDC6Mkom1p-8GvcmpC4RgfKNEi0imSOYALOmcODy_E1lOGFqs5hzxEH3hw2_kHT4jQYpA5Fr9UVdJ93W4gMtlBYJXJCj3XZZlMsUXmxjN_HBzvYw_H4In0tejBe-LSIerjWjCt8RaQYki3PnRtMXmaSz7g/s320/411873970_10233188324547115_2952370145256942007_n.jpg" width="215" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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And a costumer's dream as well!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXQbN9uYyt9ZyEbFiLofA50b3H1ts1YSHcfqIs_DVvfKcqcmEhuPbP5Y8ES6WVXSvhycVn1fQL4dj9b0CaicgcN7_MQmMeetHwHC-63hVOy-Fn71sUlMeu0Myywmopx4jM-jvew6GmbnIr45SL-udB3cr0iCDfb9rXLrVZzVNbOTvaFjZ6wanM64R16n77/s2048/428602432_10233506315576692_6562720590610451823_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXQbN9uYyt9ZyEbFiLofA50b3H1ts1YSHcfqIs_DVvfKcqcmEhuPbP5Y8ES6WVXSvhycVn1fQL4dj9b0CaicgcN7_MQmMeetHwHC-63hVOy-Fn71sUlMeu0Myywmopx4jM-jvew6GmbnIr45SL-udB3cr0iCDfb9rXLrVZzVNbOTvaFjZ6wanM64R16n77/s320/428602432_10233506315576692_6562720590610451823_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>2024 Plans</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">One of the first things I would like to do in 2024 is get caught up on the diaries of the makes for the 1930s wardrobe, the 1825 gown, turban, and reticule for the Lafayette Grand Birthday Ball and the memories of those events as well. There are also a few other makes awaiting diaries like the Bridgerton Ball Gown and, of course, there are 12 new Challenges for The Historical Sew Monthly 2024.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNs-ZTMnSXLmaFpN3kAO7coNpea-f2v41bGVyTfitrsfNSqp9Hfo1lBDWW2dLYqpKpek1VKvSDh2X3LKNIUfqduAwHZxktKi-DPoSXBPnmbGX-5esyx-WLR60AFwCQxAg4rtAei9w_uqG0nQkVMXEtDOm6-zZGa3kxmMDR56dw5llqV6FOvy2Lene-typ4/s960/416351106_10233253813384295_3729201249048758787_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="956" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNs-ZTMnSXLmaFpN3kAO7coNpea-f2v41bGVyTfitrsfNSqp9Hfo1lBDWW2dLYqpKpek1VKvSDh2X3LKNIUfqduAwHZxktKi-DPoSXBPnmbGX-5esyx-WLR60AFwCQxAg4rtAei9w_uqG0nQkVMXEtDOm6-zZGa3kxmMDR56dw5llqV6FOvy2Lene-typ4/s320/416351106_10233253813384295_3729201249048758787_n.jpg" width="319" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggMIxMa6Ij18stkyAUhv8BsI5g7GMdlez6Q-OozanUO17NGTU9qe1GUcEALxkPqAK-ANG-alyb0fsLVzPfLIyatIH9ompQfDH9l7gK1vA8i9HEev9AtcO26KbvQb0RNj-kH6Bu0h3eK2OnnSVvvIXti-8HUD8E7TaASTqMyA8OLqrVxUvXjWCIOb14Ibyf/s2048/377950328_10232638735327728_2987383897657367912_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1007" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggMIxMa6Ij18stkyAUhv8BsI5g7GMdlez6Q-OozanUO17NGTU9qe1GUcEALxkPqAK-ANG-alyb0fsLVzPfLIyatIH9ompQfDH9l7gK1vA8i9HEev9AtcO26KbvQb0RNj-kH6Bu0h3eK2OnnSVvvIXti-8HUD8E7TaASTqMyA8OLqrVxUvXjWCIOb14Ibyf/s320/377950328_10232638735327728_2987383897657367912_n.jpg" width="157" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Ojibwe beadwork for my 1862 Coat is still in progress. I'm learning some beautiful techniques but the learning has taken quite a while, and the coat will take probably several more years. My Native American ancestors would be smiling on me, I'm sure.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1LQd7NKmSS33mF9LKR5Zo6BBWInAAOkElfSBeFJjf2zaiC13yn3p5YMCY5_ggiIx6CV4xbUyPisNkU3UNlTW0Blp4EH3AQjf8NlURE7ZwzcGIwSMP7IxhtWGdRjsbBVxSdfB8CRJACHJnQxnY8ybYQjShp8wTQUF0ub7RSmXTFATu0dAkkZdppMy3i4kq/s640/315903023_10230497647441869_3991982355102466626_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1LQd7NKmSS33mF9LKR5Zo6BBWInAAOkElfSBeFJjf2zaiC13yn3p5YMCY5_ggiIx6CV4xbUyPisNkU3UNlTW0Blp4EH3AQjf8NlURE7ZwzcGIwSMP7IxhtWGdRjsbBVxSdfB8CRJACHJnQxnY8ybYQjShp8wTQUF0ub7RSmXTFATu0dAkkZdppMy3i4kq/s320/315903023_10230497647441869_3991982355102466626_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWciKdsWaeWg84WjW0KtIb52T2yDy7HvSHo7n_AC0U5pIGeSIljG3e2y5i0gygdCuHdARq7knXBFwvZ5B-JMxR7eXU5NwjagI5nZpxYKf1jb2rR68fx2RJ7gsKLMvBRTb8Tvmw3Vug5srZaxup0qFuzQblsvEDwl-4jLVF0shtXDgP1SNdT9RQgOo8sGVO/s640/316216331_10230477167929894_1038279111307778705_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWciKdsWaeWg84WjW0KtIb52T2yDy7HvSHo7n_AC0U5pIGeSIljG3e2y5i0gygdCuHdARq7knXBFwvZ5B-JMxR7eXU5NwjagI5nZpxYKf1jb2rR68fx2RJ7gsKLMvBRTb8Tvmw3Vug5srZaxup0qFuzQblsvEDwl-4jLVF0shtXDgP1SNdT9RQgOo8sGVO/s320/316216331_10230477167929894_1038279111307778705_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRyap42u1JTs3BqpGgeu6OhIoSjnidP4-9wJF2Q8jgBXuiA18P_1Btu-w1QhnEFocO_yukSpZxJGEKJT67pE0vEx83SqjA5Q-nQBNB1HU1FxKLs8Y_fycucuIV18qJUEAL5wXkO08K8bCnfHXRAJJP94JUmiJUCGzZhSDSn-UZWcJPd5KrZSs1uR5_p7ko/s640/316118792_10230491475927585_2926037616655798076_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRyap42u1JTs3BqpGgeu6OhIoSjnidP4-9wJF2Q8jgBXuiA18P_1Btu-w1QhnEFocO_yukSpZxJGEKJT67pE0vEx83SqjA5Q-nQBNB1HU1FxKLs8Y_fycucuIV18qJUEAL5wXkO08K8bCnfHXRAJJP94JUmiJUCGzZhSDSn-UZWcJPd5KrZSs1uR5_p7ko/s320/316118792_10230491475927585_2926037616655798076_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Once in a while in my blog posts and videos I will share some behind the scenes info and photos about myself, my past, my sewing process and thoughts. I will share photos of my very tiny sewing cubbyhole and the desk where my sewing machine or hand stitching happens near the window. You've seen the bedroom where I have to set up my dressform and ironing board. You've seen the living room or kitchen spaces where I have to cut fabric.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjh23UpyCaC_OIHCl2rBXWs_suMGD0KMKRrxwcYYsIKXu6ZrnS3cbUdpDQ0xONJ5lGj58nHxbGIC8kA3EYw2h7Wfrr5Z-vCwZJ-ui0q6tdznbRvhDl98fo6TgAgwHP2aj2GcbqUtKsYM_maNCa_Z7e4bzdyE80oTDm_qhIODemmFRbQFHzZUMFHVgI7B30z/s2048/393271926_10232920610134422_100132890646975989_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjh23UpyCaC_OIHCl2rBXWs_suMGD0KMKRrxwcYYsIKXu6ZrnS3cbUdpDQ0xONJ5lGj58nHxbGIC8kA3EYw2h7Wfrr5Z-vCwZJ-ui0q6tdznbRvhDl98fo6TgAgwHP2aj2GcbqUtKsYM_maNCa_Z7e4bzdyE80oTDm_qhIODemmFRbQFHzZUMFHVgI7B30z/s320/393271926_10232920610134422_100132890646975989_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqemIBtmb7RwjxsbS84HVEV3uh7ok_gW2ywuWxul3EV-mPZra0wfWYZ31xMGIyl4BLqEiGxVvS0a0OA5y0jsHKl7XwMqSFRFkVu2ILbckO0uUmLNDkltT4eHIOH3OYSpAodTUok0_3S48NLhV_VFnNlkn-mZybKlYE4ArWlKohdGuD2YyI7Yau0AHOEeQX/s1440/416204741_10233253637499898_2154900924968914433_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="810" data-original-width="1440" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqemIBtmb7RwjxsbS84HVEV3uh7ok_gW2ywuWxul3EV-mPZra0wfWYZ31xMGIyl4BLqEiGxVvS0a0OA5y0jsHKl7XwMqSFRFkVu2ILbckO0uUmLNDkltT4eHIOH3OYSpAodTUok0_3S48NLhV_VFnNlkn-mZybKlYE4ArWlKohdGuD2YyI7Yau0AHOEeQX/s320/416204741_10233253637499898_2154900924968914433_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgM5MEwp3S28iE774mYuWnoOkn06aJTdOVko2RvemgX7IGTPKKPok9ZInE-zk2f6dgU30FaB2GNRqQLzOVKsh6JZ9EeWlIq9vkqKZNVpi1yiAt9WR6sNP13_A3AP4v8A4c4JJPa5Vl6DWtEGsX1vfzSlDialw8MOjQcazzvNfOmnD9cRfonjFTjYdWnd83-/s2048/394534680_10232920494251525_4683822619159102866_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgM5MEwp3S28iE774mYuWnoOkn06aJTdOVko2RvemgX7IGTPKKPok9ZInE-zk2f6dgU30FaB2GNRqQLzOVKsh6JZ9EeWlIq9vkqKZNVpi1yiAt9WR6sNP13_A3AP4v8A4c4JJPa5Vl6DWtEGsX1vfzSlDialw8MOjQcazzvNfOmnD9cRfonjFTjYdWnd83-/s320/394534680_10232920494251525_4683822619159102866_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgl2FcuhehDWydD3b__5339OM-1PsZDFktxU7N_2JcD4I59w-eF2HktFutfE2-HUgyO73FLHEKBdYZDlAlU7zeQ8oVt93EJJjeczRu6826xYKy_8n6_Nu7Hqv_S1vWB1EE0tke7sqp4lvVbtVr1Kl1Fm0K-qT9buP_4woSSVDNHhquEvTLWayXMjVsLbTF9/s1440/393744416_10232920374408529_5702245975220117631_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1440" data-original-width="1440" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgl2FcuhehDWydD3b__5339OM-1PsZDFktxU7N_2JcD4I59w-eF2HktFutfE2-HUgyO73FLHEKBdYZDlAlU7zeQ8oVt93EJJjeczRu6826xYKy_8n6_Nu7Hqv_S1vWB1EE0tke7sqp4lvVbtVr1Kl1Fm0K-qT9buP_4woSSVDNHhquEvTLWayXMjVsLbTF9/s320/393744416_10232920374408529_5702245975220117631_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrmWzFNUzTw5k1pYsWr6DxykYzqajf9EufY2uP-E3gzgqJLnMRjWENDC6LA-EPNq6We0uHOoYMdsHstI7ARlqogn9wBKh4zEd3nRJfzC3kH-uqSBWcgfCIlhny-yC1DegKtCwNdd4ykZ_Rs9MNeSpYnk0IIQqIz2hCMvydAEFARlM0CQ6d8hvdyF_FOUz-/s2048/393737169_10232920614174523_4822004638573801128_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrmWzFNUzTw5k1pYsWr6DxykYzqajf9EufY2uP-E3gzgqJLnMRjWENDC6LA-EPNq6We0uHOoYMdsHstI7ARlqogn9wBKh4zEd3nRJfzC3kH-uqSBWcgfCIlhny-yC1DegKtCwNdd4ykZ_Rs9MNeSpYnk0IIQqIz2hCMvydAEFARlM0CQ6d8hvdyF_FOUz-/s320/393737169_10232920614174523_4822004638573801128_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And then the final reveal photos in my yard or a temporary photo backdrop in the same living room space were I've cut fabric. What I would like to do in 2024 is share a more personal side of me so that you know the what, where, and why of my costuming passion. That means talking to the camera. Yikes!! Give me a boardroom and a multi-million dollar engineering proposal and I'm fine. But talk to the camera? *faint*</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRR5gyBePmzdNgj_Afz_hE9w6ATMrby8j74z3p2c913Pcyzk7816m0VAI4kaNMvbJo4QEEyF1oBWa-cYNlR2Q6pGLXeaqfeHCFwQa6TKhTtlNlFt-wP5cWZSklGmEkiL3zgye7HUYBHh6syrjKRImDf57vqTl-PVbugJG3DNZnCVUHl1K3mC5Xx23wESbi/s2048/398027017_10232969508716856_8498349260440971136_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRR5gyBePmzdNgj_Afz_hE9w6ATMrby8j74z3p2c913Pcyzk7816m0VAI4kaNMvbJo4QEEyF1oBWa-cYNlR2Q6pGLXeaqfeHCFwQa6TKhTtlNlFt-wP5cWZSklGmEkiL3zgye7HUYBHh6syrjKRImDf57vqTl-PVbugJG3DNZnCVUHl1K3mC5Xx23wESbi/s320/398027017_10232969508716856_8498349260440971136_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXBQ69BF0gJ5vGZKMANAMxEkD1-jG7gTDUfomgCGAW6hvGlCzwpHj5u505m8HsW2px9kGukoUm5yz7thgZDSMLE15GCXiwRoS2r7TAUteOnPAbZTyyITUaignyxniaAq4z8aihYhC9YaFjdIYmLhpVMFJ2LNJVGCWwIm_eFjmbxxoduJN1MBvV-nyaGrab/s811/238578450_10227526334320898_4758558955786637040_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="811" data-original-width="528" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXBQ69BF0gJ5vGZKMANAMxEkD1-jG7gTDUfomgCGAW6hvGlCzwpHj5u505m8HsW2px9kGukoUm5yz7thgZDSMLE15GCXiwRoS2r7TAUteOnPAbZTyyITUaignyxniaAq4z8aihYhC9YaFjdIYmLhpVMFJ2LNJVGCWwIm_eFjmbxxoduJN1MBvV-nyaGrab/s320/238578450_10227526334320898_4758558955786637040_n.jpg" width="208" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>2024 Costume Events</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In December 2022 I created an online group of costumers who had attended previous events I've organized and hosted, costumers whose events I've travelled to attend, and a few others whom I only knew online. During the next 6 months I shared my dream of Almost Heaven - A Costumer's Retreat at The Greenbrier in West Sulphur Springs, West Virginia.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7yIdcHDSHZP3Kj9-piLy5esjJSjpPu08koTKXDO74jPi3yJdvie9_3kGYGnAqCqXSnBfc2l1XYg69QE6ooBExPkgiSqYl_-f-h9RWEs1scpU8bJ9kOJUratVbQPCF902ytxTbYGZlPlYMT57fGYVoYh76CKs7odGjPjTFljQ_oZD8hSs4EQhMtv9FfH3v/s1280/AlmostHeavenThumbnail.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7yIdcHDSHZP3Kj9-piLy5esjJSjpPu08koTKXDO74jPi3yJdvie9_3kGYGnAqCqXSnBfc2l1XYg69QE6ooBExPkgiSqYl_-f-h9RWEs1scpU8bJ9kOJUratVbQPCF902ytxTbYGZlPlYMT57fGYVoYh76CKs7odGjPjTFljQ_oZD8hSs4EQhMtv9FfH3v/s320/AlmostHeavenThumbnail.png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieMvTrh_6n_IkW-Q6j6hSEkwB-1kqjbg4KJgNLHiHpG8ZvODskokT8EcQuwCij_4YWmlsNCVvgF7SNKVh4mfqHVjxOevsxfYgKD4MRHhODV00HW84SdUFNzgnh4QlgM8Wn9DSDF44cs3jX5SrlmjTpMl-v57EUhKiteaWlRC9KJOjYY2tGrY5coeUvHNfD/s2048/357775650_10232097290031934_5867244760573770200_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieMvTrh_6n_IkW-Q6j6hSEkwB-1kqjbg4KJgNLHiHpG8ZvODskokT8EcQuwCij_4YWmlsNCVvgF7SNKVh4mfqHVjxOevsxfYgKD4MRHhODV00HW84SdUFNzgnh4QlgM8Wn9DSDF44cs3jX5SrlmjTpMl-v57EUhKiteaWlRC9KJOjYY2tGrY5coeUvHNfD/s320/357775650_10232097290031934_5867244760573770200_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3upjJUrqOt1Kjz7kqbDdOHZT9oK1iGlnUJMWs7RgFfsHgfNBtbXckllUkfH6OaCBbWHjnOXP0JYo_dRNZay44UZTzWnowSX-_aCIV9xdSuhtwbRQQ96fJQ9sdWNKwPRqKNiw32eTDgS5vMoxIVoSHPAnZncuevtS3Zqq3nvXUbExhNMYK6kpNInLTGOiy/s640/358051960_10232118454001020_3720121560575533637_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="381" data-original-width="640" height="191" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3upjJUrqOt1Kjz7kqbDdOHZT9oK1iGlnUJMWs7RgFfsHgfNBtbXckllUkfH6OaCBbWHjnOXP0JYo_dRNZay44UZTzWnowSX-_aCIV9xdSuhtwbRQQ96fJQ9sdWNKwPRqKNiw32eTDgS5vMoxIVoSHPAnZncuevtS3Zqq3nvXUbExhNMYK6kpNInLTGOiy/s320/358051960_10232118454001020_3720121560575533637_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqesCLi6yjQVFRywREBVLHyDSX0HFPYaP0mL5uX6zNwluhr2AbfVvRf5f0RbxGh2VyzGxCenZ-XEefFpD7XClSPXpYeboaG9iJnAcrUGmovJx9GCNgNZXUEZd-OWoklWnk7FuxOSBK5O8ietOzGdLdoiNlAm_8VjIdn7_jPtO9QUNm3QcsctpohDg9M4wx/s740/358075566_10232118453681012_5714264001832392966_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="518" data-original-width="740" height="224" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqesCLi6yjQVFRywREBVLHyDSX0HFPYaP0mL5uX6zNwluhr2AbfVvRf5f0RbxGh2VyzGxCenZ-XEefFpD7XClSPXpYeboaG9iJnAcrUGmovJx9GCNgNZXUEZd-OWoklWnk7FuxOSBK5O8ietOzGdLdoiNlAm_8VjIdn7_jPtO9QUNm3QcsctpohDg9M4wx/s320/358075566_10232118453681012_5714264001832392966_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAi7h7JBjdUXUevGYCzFqnduiE7nu9ba3BvHjA1SG_jLlcMJxVpOWdWUZc6Ql088DWH6nQ2Fq_ILam0iClCR3mmT12V15cu49-CkhmgwGjcxmXKpfQtLEZth1WcxEUjV5O0NWc2sVMC3IzgO4HYK1cnGB6oISmDpMk2WIH6lRruOqLIJNRkJWpP57ETMax/s570/357803946_10232097282751752_5990801446494231985_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="380" data-original-width="570" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAi7h7JBjdUXUevGYCzFqnduiE7nu9ba3BvHjA1SG_jLlcMJxVpOWdWUZc6Ql088DWH6nQ2Fq_ILam0iClCR3mmT12V15cu49-CkhmgwGjcxmXKpfQtLEZth1WcxEUjV5O0NWc2sVMC3IzgO4HYK1cnGB6oISmDpMk2WIH6lRruOqLIJNRkJWpP57ETMax/s320/357803946_10232097282751752_5990801446494231985_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The history of The Greenbrier is documented to 1778 and the range of our four-day retreat was a time-traveler's dream. Early arrival day was Draper Day, 1940s and 1950s, in honor of Dorothy Draper, grandmother of Reese Witherspoon, and decorator of immense properties worldwide. The Greenbrier is colorful and a breath of fresh, peaceful air, thanks to Dorothy Draper.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1h5hLRf-3EptHwC5MBRwVJQxyqMvEjSb6F5ZvLme18PwQv8CCm1Y-GjffWai09Tj33P6RjPVkED5BJQzwMOrNtfctsb7b5HIMwVZdNsDsRVbegIkNlL_q69-SDeh9TNLiCD9DN7UCjo0Nw3VVFQEDFLz88J-BAPmcw8KfiEoB_RuXE5Bc94-haCtGQM86/s936/357711060_10232097279951682_3828105851833852094_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="936" data-original-width="750" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1h5hLRf-3EptHwC5MBRwVJQxyqMvEjSb6F5ZvLme18PwQv8CCm1Y-GjffWai09Tj33P6RjPVkED5BJQzwMOrNtfctsb7b5HIMwVZdNsDsRVbegIkNlL_q69-SDeh9TNLiCD9DN7UCjo0Nw3VVFQEDFLz88J-BAPmcw8KfiEoB_RuXE5Bc94-haCtGQM86/s320/357711060_10232097279951682_3828105851833852094_n.jpg" width="256" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A 1920s and 1930s day was planned with our luncheon in the original Spring Room, a tour of The Bunker which had been a nuclear fallout shelter for portions of the United States government, and an evening in the Casino celebrating the end of Prohibition.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXpqOglisqyDrTyzAXJ31U35USezhOwV6EHiSVviRGXz78jbqDW0BDoAtGzGgzZWn5oH87nbxY7Zyv1WJfey8aaj0ygs55IKp3j0z-58nYbw761yMHfRIFmD2GBH6e1QWTlCh2aWZwCw2rxWpUipH4GDqLxXLmdoXTrogDsW96KNnHiM4pmpz5oZk263jM/s960/358584655_10232175335663026_5257544675034802440_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="715" data-original-width="960" height="238" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXpqOglisqyDrTyzAXJ31U35USezhOwV6EHiSVviRGXz78jbqDW0BDoAtGzGgzZWn5oH87nbxY7Zyv1WJfey8aaj0ygs55IKp3j0z-58nYbw761yMHfRIFmD2GBH6e1QWTlCh2aWZwCw2rxWpUipH4GDqLxXLmdoXTrogDsW96KNnHiM4pmpz5oZk263jM/s320/358584655_10232175335663026_5257544675034802440_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The next day. themed 1910s and 1900s, included a trip to the Cass Scenic Railroad where we would be taken from Cass to Durbin by a Shay steam locomotive riding in a plush original 1917 Pullman Car.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_SNl-qcMJVKEWIFC98lo-5EJ1tNWhPgnWXogsNjgroAkUEfHcN5GwaR63-TXHSn5KQjKJG2ZnTtByx2BUjPRHRyhZ72cG7Ft_Dg6-5QXTgfM8oIc3Q47BNuH0ObGuTHBDvcZ9uiirpdIRbEPQoxj7T_B-DksOJUaZABiZ6zlcBSolArSiXgIZcZIjtS6V/s1965/357351624_10232091695972086_223463088894995473_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1965" data-original-width="1965" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_SNl-qcMJVKEWIFC98lo-5EJ1tNWhPgnWXogsNjgroAkUEfHcN5GwaR63-TXHSn5KQjKJG2ZnTtByx2BUjPRHRyhZ72cG7Ft_Dg6-5QXTgfM8oIc3Q47BNuH0ObGuTHBDvcZ9uiirpdIRbEPQoxj7T_B-DksOJUaZABiZ6zlcBSolArSiXgIZcZIjtS6V/s320/357351624_10232091695972086_223463088894995473_n.jpg" width="320" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;">The last day was Costumer's Choice with activities voted on by the group including croquet on the lawn reserved specifically for that activity, carriage rides, falconry, and mountaineering which included archery. And a very necessary grand photo-taking tour throughout The Greenbrier!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7RrW7xX5LpN79dhRvsKjvKI-4egMVFk-aCi1W4KMc24rVZmGZsYAl6VpdidjiNYq2gVMQcWwk8qVZkL-ta1-3w7sqGdTurh4aKDRImvVVFuXZg-fdI3XcwZ5gl_yzaugosPdGQbb9Dzls63byGiKIRv0Q9615NMw22BqJdwfPQ6JCFRe2pZ_4pnRfxwhg/s270/Carriage.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="180" data-original-width="270" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7RrW7xX5LpN79dhRvsKjvKI-4egMVFk-aCi1W4KMc24rVZmGZsYAl6VpdidjiNYq2gVMQcWwk8qVZkL-ta1-3w7sqGdTurh4aKDRImvVVFuXZg-fdI3XcwZ5gl_yzaugosPdGQbb9Dzls63byGiKIRv0Q9615NMw22BqJdwfPQ6JCFRe2pZ_4pnRfxwhg/s1600/Carriage.jpg" width="270" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A site visit to The Greenbrier and Cass Scenic Railroad in June solidified all details including meals, photographer, activities, and negotiation for a block room rate. I took the info back to the group and a deposit of one night's room would have to be made to secure our negotiated rate.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOeX7acWIlnFb2a9zSjocq3TesBMpE9S0ueWCJZF9VpWocBVa-cZDiAXu2NJBRaUqBNsTSJE9FPSQ1oTOL78PG04fu0Gv2Dx8vnwK2xG5RmlrcK1UikXVEv1q1DBNuP0M75Q-rSH4YGXygl_FUMbkpdTkPv4TO5qv72Up9pz-pEXKIoV6qZjC9XSSVs_UY/s2048/356640810_10232061400214711_394104151042589935_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOeX7acWIlnFb2a9zSjocq3TesBMpE9S0ueWCJZF9VpWocBVa-cZDiAXu2NJBRaUqBNsTSJE9FPSQ1oTOL78PG04fu0Gv2Dx8vnwK2xG5RmlrcK1UikXVEv1q1DBNuP0M75Q-rSH4YGXygl_FUMbkpdTkPv4TO5qv72Up9pz-pEXKIoV6qZjC9XSSVs_UY/s320/356640810_10232061400214711_394104151042589935_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Through the previous months some group members had left the group knowing they could not attend the event and, sadly, as the deposit was now due, enough other members left the group resulting is us losing our negotiated room rate. I'm honest when I tell you I was heartbroken for the dream and the work I had done and lost. The only other option was for me to pay the room deposits out of personal funds and hope to fill them later. I decided not to do that and let the Almost Heaven event dream fade.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYL5E6R5H4BkoscFJA81XtqLTj5DwHgU95Z5h9QI9_xbv3ATzKtWXg0B7F6n0U79CromkGYiF2BFG7wl7XXIn2BboOpKD7EPgvcqOoxnY_VXyWg5-hjUpyrdjan4TK9ApgBxyZfGxE3wvIG5dh_D8Vsss2Y9uFgsg_4Q7J9CJ-iX9BADhoJ64KV-JWruAE/s512/358056021_10232118458161124_5736384951809084312_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="512" data-original-width="512" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYL5E6R5H4BkoscFJA81XtqLTj5DwHgU95Z5h9QI9_xbv3ATzKtWXg0B7F6n0U79CromkGYiF2BFG7wl7XXIn2BboOpKD7EPgvcqOoxnY_VXyWg5-hjUpyrdjan4TK9ApgBxyZfGxE3wvIG5dh_D8Vsss2Y9uFgsg_4Q7J9CJ-iX9BADhoJ64KV-JWruAE/s320/358056021_10232118458161124_5736384951809084312_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I still don't have the heart to try to plan another event, but as there were still some group members who wanted to spend time together we are discussing some options. A plan is in the works, part of it confirmed, and reservations made. It will be on the west coast where my teaching proposal has been accepted. Yay!! But that's all I'm saying for now. Wish me luck with this one!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In October 2023 I became aware of the Mt. Dora Jane Austen Fest in Florida scheduled for February 2024. The event is located within driving distance of family and friends and I jumped on the chance to combine visits and learning more about the Regency era. As of this writing I have already attended and I can recommend the Fest in this wonderful historic community. The Fest was sponsored by Hallmark for their Loveuary Austen Series and the swag bag was wonderful. The dates have already been announced for 2025 and it is already my hope to attend again.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwWRNtPGwxmxarppb1akS17Z0OGBgmtmAEfbbm7zE0zLSA5kXs5xhD4Huu1mkt5TaHlFQkF0PhjefnvXJ2K668peYMgDs_pRIJmj-jpr7H4RuC8ihCh_6Ul_f1EtYJ2v41DGkKOKuXjGyxw1i20pKVd4ctjGzCCO1ohk__pKbEoEEDqij_cnQzNGvYYmj-/s1083/Screenshot%20(4).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="686" data-original-width="1083" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwWRNtPGwxmxarppb1akS17Z0OGBgmtmAEfbbm7zE0zLSA5kXs5xhD4Huu1mkt5TaHlFQkF0PhjefnvXJ2K668peYMgDs_pRIJmj-jpr7H4RuC8ihCh_6Ul_f1EtYJ2v41DGkKOKuXjGyxw1i20pKVd4ctjGzCCO1ohk__pKbEoEEDqij_cnQzNGvYYmj-/s320/Screenshot%20(4).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://janeaustenfest.com/" target="_blank">https://janeaustenfest.com/</a><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTEIjEXUV4MirGdkxpioJiKh9WB1iv9NKtCin4c1eITM5wxpHhGd8QoOSSq1nqQ9VBhn9LWS3kg71hSOKCEHMsTrt1dYQKr9yIPNvF8Ar122Wr-MNWJiUq-S701Ih7W4-8jJD-Ai4ZFpYYBvUXgGQgiK2wQNxb6QrOo86zUVAHRN-movpxO-95QtWG_IeG/s215/Screenshot%20(3).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="201" data-original-width="215" height="201" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTEIjEXUV4MirGdkxpioJiKh9WB1iv9NKtCin4c1eITM5wxpHhGd8QoOSSq1nqQ9VBhn9LWS3kg71hSOKCEHMsTrt1dYQKr9yIPNvF8Ar122Wr-MNWJiUq-S701Ih7W4-8jJD-Ai4ZFpYYBvUXgGQgiK2wQNxb6QrOo86zUVAHRN-movpxO-95QtWG_IeG/s1600/Screenshot%20(3).png" width="215" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbCKiZjUR7o7h4-Q6oGQ8uWx-KLmqLXHJEHBXiKkFO4UDzmVB5HWPGbqzfo4QoGCTn6dLfEtkfYVTCaXR1qC56Nn1jwZITQTwG0aiGCJVvMjn0O8Wdk2-SE_0undjEoC3JaACj4KX9k09jMgU4Hhc35UmM0gvX0A552mPj0YHqZ-KgEg7G1lYgakwXP8We/s2048/428613842_10233510387918498_917930095001522783_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbCKiZjUR7o7h4-Q6oGQ8uWx-KLmqLXHJEHBXiKkFO4UDzmVB5HWPGbqzfo4QoGCTn6dLfEtkfYVTCaXR1qC56Nn1jwZITQTwG0aiGCJVvMjn0O8Wdk2-SE_0undjEoC3JaACj4KX9k09jMgU4Hhc35UmM0gvX0A552mPj0YHqZ-KgEg7G1lYgakwXP8We/s320/428613842_10233510387918498_917930095001522783_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In June 2024 Beespoke Vintage will host another event in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Since Rebecca did such an amazing event with the Lafayette Grand Birthday Ball & Soiree in September 2023, I think this worth putting on the 2024 Planned Events calendar. 1940s sewing in planning!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjr0cP_YNczPGWdhnaFDaniEL8Zs-9H1SnFbJqg4yJjWhoHrmSGb9zRFwyl9aPf0ge3Uipw8bjDrbYtcio-CRBaUC9ggAu5494I-BIT01KAtIUS4goYuebR-9KSOnGT1rjLO1Z4Lzll-K26k6Jh8NVvneKBTnHjjYZGjFWaRW0O89EWQMm6fXhqNsG60P_M/s2048/401570542_320478114073776_4292714005582621169_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjr0cP_YNczPGWdhnaFDaniEL8Zs-9H1SnFbJqg4yJjWhoHrmSGb9zRFwyl9aPf0ge3Uipw8bjDrbYtcio-CRBaUC9ggAu5494I-BIT01KAtIUS4goYuebR-9KSOnGT1rjLO1Z4Lzll-K26k6Jh8NVvneKBTnHjjYZGjFWaRW0O89EWQMm6fXhqNsG60P_M/s320/401570542_320478114073776_4292714005582621169_n.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://the10dressesproject.org/the-wwii-uso-dance" target="_blank">https://the10dressesproject.org/the-wwii-uso-dance</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Withing you a 2024 filled with good sewing, good crafting, and good friends! Thank you for sharing the journey with me!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Hugs,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Jeanette</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJikPJfZHt5xhUK5iIgb7X4SMQ5wAy77favysO_vkTf8sHMMwSc_bGzeyX_dpeojfKoX6bqt2OFNJZ2S791HGSDzxWc9NSHNO-5eR-OZ0H2sU3mtJHe0W6fRH4xdlQVvwzFzy7EILt3sX24Hi6Pqm9sdy_KkvS1zszOECICWUFbFzKX_pECXtf7iD-tU4Z/s1023/45108085_10218414501290767_1110617872037576704_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="363" data-original-width="1023" height="114" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJikPJfZHt5xhUK5iIgb7X4SMQ5wAy77favysO_vkTf8sHMMwSc_bGzeyX_dpeojfKoX6bqt2OFNJZ2S791HGSDzxWc9NSHNO-5eR-OZ0H2sU3mtJHe0W6fRH4xdlQVvwzFzy7EILt3sX24Hi6Pqm9sdy_KkvS1zszOECICWUFbFzKX_pECXtf7iD-tU4Z/s320/45108085_10218414501290767_1110617872037576704_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>Jeanettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09186764620925579101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4439815537233502652.post-65726682845865373162024-01-14T08:28:00.002-05:002024-01-28T11:57:06.896-05:00Sewing 1930s Combination Underwear #1930swardrobe<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi36Rq8A_cge35H1NfuTb1D-t0ZleCbNvkgmvpPmLOYkLfFWRVed9el2jdyTJHxfA1RiIaxC0mkVVTnkn2X_tCF_4BTaudcQI6LvE6nYy3VIaz5prJJXNLfc_lHjpWAifuI2PJoF_y-K8IUfOTndE7CRA4d4F1dvrG2A-uXCMHOPBXjH-J-nds16S0psbAF/s1280/Copy%20of%20Sewing%201930s%20Slips.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi36Rq8A_cge35H1NfuTb1D-t0ZleCbNvkgmvpPmLOYkLfFWRVed9el2jdyTJHxfA1RiIaxC0mkVVTnkn2X_tCF_4BTaudcQI6LvE6nYy3VIaz5prJJXNLfc_lHjpWAifuI2PJoF_y-K8IUfOTndE7CRA4d4F1dvrG2A-uXCMHOPBXjH-J-nds16S0psbAF/s320/Copy%20of%20Sewing%201930s%20Slips.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Companion YouTube Video: <a href="https://youtu.be/KfWl5I9lEGI" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/KfWl5I9lEGI</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Sewing a complete 1930s wardrobe meant sewing from the inside out.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpMNCwMz2MgcvRKM-2FuBOEbZbND6ddGtBX_avjJ7QcB_CRPUNkYFogV10Cr4ipox3sgdTLDZFchSEwojoIRvAersf6fGyuLS-a1JhHclkfo0Doz99pEeYnGS5l-THKVLCYsotve3_IHzJonEwHU2Qv0rp8744U62rqkmGEEqwKbvS2fSqY8IhMfeUlbYJ/s320/380830331_10232716264305904_1750003345354258256_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="180" data-original-width="320" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpMNCwMz2MgcvRKM-2FuBOEbZbND6ddGtBX_avjJ7QcB_CRPUNkYFogV10Cr4ipox3sgdTLDZFchSEwojoIRvAersf6fGyuLS-a1JhHclkfo0Doz99pEeYnGS5l-THKVLCYsotve3_IHzJonEwHU2Qv0rp8744U62rqkmGEEqwKbvS2fSqY8IhMfeUlbYJ/s1600/380830331_10232716264305904_1750003345354258256_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Blog Post: <a href="https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2022/05/sewing-1930s-wardrobe.html" target="_blank">https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2022/05/sewing-1930s-wardrobe.html</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">YouTube Video: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mUf8DGFZd28" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mUf8DGFZd28</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">First I made and shared with you bras and tap pants.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHv1DeHGQEb4-1TedjC45g3XFIhbqoNyduJ6gbC7Zu9YzDIaT7eRFPVlEa4SNsrNm1sILbdiccdOvbT91VCNon49IECjnDBfSvoXfSm4STXZ-piGQgy-lJT2I3oxE_O5abOpUX_PSvPYQsKfN7rhyFG5h41ExAk9I8mFe2CmTpYYMslwQxJIRS_eKhmUwN/s320/382239118_10232716291906594_2447343074893659845_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="180" data-original-width="320" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHv1DeHGQEb4-1TedjC45g3XFIhbqoNyduJ6gbC7Zu9YzDIaT7eRFPVlEa4SNsrNm1sILbdiccdOvbT91VCNon49IECjnDBfSvoXfSm4STXZ-piGQgy-lJT2I3oxE_O5abOpUX_PSvPYQsKfN7rhyFG5h41ExAk9I8mFe2CmTpYYMslwQxJIRS_eKhmUwN/s1600/382239118_10232716291906594_2447343074893659845_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Blog Post: <a href="https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2023/05/" target="_blank">https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2023/05/</a> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">YouTube Video: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iH9kosTz4ns" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iH9kosTz4ns</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Then slips.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRlHy3GPG2UBmnOyehjguencxSXjn2wPFGImiK5aeCu_DSjRhj80N_h_qk_BBl1nkzgJq0vFQ9XfdIkmN_L9v2jubA5Q_cZLwGkyJKaPjzwDvERQxb-PNHzJ-XE6TMp4fukrPy9lOZBs5F53BD1AjoJemHo55UhTzIlutsnpoyyUvFxDmTbvQBoJIkz-W9/s320/380821646_10232716292146600_2000050108818897418_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="180" data-original-width="320" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRlHy3GPG2UBmnOyehjguencxSXjn2wPFGImiK5aeCu_DSjRhj80N_h_qk_BBl1nkzgJq0vFQ9XfdIkmN_L9v2jubA5Q_cZLwGkyJKaPjzwDvERQxb-PNHzJ-XE6TMp4fukrPy9lOZBs5F53BD1AjoJemHo55UhTzIlutsnpoyyUvFxDmTbvQBoJIkz-W9/s1600/380821646_10232716292146600_2000050108818897418_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Blog Post: <a href="https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2023/06/" target="_blank">https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2023/06/</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">YouTube Video: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BwXTFesL3Nc" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BwXTFesL3Nc</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Then a corset garter belt for those smooth lines under clingy fashions.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOG35Tg1JFLRVGTpZY0Qhd0WTQOwcrereCxjiuqjQ6j5P4Y5_Hxcw-fdeKlX63c5PQsBCGr7Tqrp93eK8-ATfuSiXwCm0-_2IoUeioRFT0dAEcdM8YOSQja_xFz8uC2eSgyRElnAKTGDuG5jy5VmKHOAv8F5GHMiMd0V5mw1cYsHAhRqmAvGTXAfcZzLCk/s1280/382238240_10232716292866618_7246260590450602921_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOG35Tg1JFLRVGTpZY0Qhd0WTQOwcrereCxjiuqjQ6j5P4Y5_Hxcw-fdeKlX63c5PQsBCGr7Tqrp93eK8-ATfuSiXwCm0-_2IoUeioRFT0dAEcdM8YOSQja_xFz8uC2eSgyRElnAKTGDuG5jy5VmKHOAv8F5GHMiMd0V5mw1cYsHAhRqmAvGTXAfcZzLCk/s320/382238240_10232716292866618_7246260590450602921_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Blog Post: <a href="https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2023/08/sewing-1930s-corset-garter-belt.html" target="_blank">https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2023/08/sewing-1930s-corset-garter-belt.html</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">YouTube Video: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dbEDIRdBmJo" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dbEDIRdBmJo</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Then a museum piece recreation of the Kestos Bra and Zoma Belt.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFUz-uUZ_CwPDJQqoAZHd-t52soQvP6nJzkbqlUC_l5TiojCT7SP4FBNp4c7r3IJIlLyE9Xujm9PWvp7_XmsKwIdRrbtn7x_K2nbsRaDKugKkux38VWpcxKLYS0qOUAOejyLe947pjyQXnxE9il6TAF53KGYsTehrUHzCR5_fFVZO-wXAw0eyNIIekd0MR/s1280/380826388_10232716293266628_3113101324950036198_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFUz-uUZ_CwPDJQqoAZHd-t52soQvP6nJzkbqlUC_l5TiojCT7SP4FBNp4c7r3IJIlLyE9Xujm9PWvp7_XmsKwIdRrbtn7x_K2nbsRaDKugKkux38VWpcxKLYS0qOUAOejyLe947pjyQXnxE9il6TAF53KGYsTehrUHzCR5_fFVZO-wXAw0eyNIIekd0MR/s320/380826388_10232716293266628_3113101324950036198_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Blog Post: <a href="https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2023/09/sewing-1930s-kestos-bra-and-zoma-belt.html" target="_blank">https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2023/09/sewing-1930s-kestos-bra-and-zoma-belt.html</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">YouTube Video: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YkSb4Arz2Lg" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YkSb4Arz2Lg</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I was able to create that underthings collection with a selection of rayon, silk, satin, and lots and lots of remnants.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYUBcOCbXrE8QOsJJB18-C91JDZSmH1LRxazOPH8ps1Dxord_ommtFpzg6ku3otxjWoMBEk6_mNG-mRZFGW5UgQKbtcVGMbVnrjZiK1bYiqPCodyaWinuCZVKrBfiEDJLJZ6hktPxIbWw1KBG3q9uYSgPEvbgva-sM3A5O9a_zjn8ASirbmyi1tb3kcm9j/s640/295706681_10229558559365254_7525349835793087026_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYUBcOCbXrE8QOsJJB18-C91JDZSmH1LRxazOPH8ps1Dxord_ommtFpzg6ku3otxjWoMBEk6_mNG-mRZFGW5UgQKbtcVGMbVnrjZiK1bYiqPCodyaWinuCZVKrBfiEDJLJZ6hktPxIbWw1KBG3q9uYSgPEvbgva-sM3A5O9a_zjn8ASirbmyi1tb3kcm9j/s320/295706681_10229558559365254_7525349835793087026_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">There was very little fabric left when I was finished but then I saw this wonderful pattern from Wearing History named Gigi - Early 1930s Combination Underwear. It is from the Wearing History Resto-Vival (TM) line meaning it is an original historic pattern that has been restored. It is offered as a multi-sized pattern for bust 30" to 42" and has cutting diagrams, cutting and fitting tips, the original period sewing instructions, and supplemented instructions. I purchased this as an e-pattern and the printing and using directions are thorough. The pattern assembles easily.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiN814s_ak73ZkWPtxgTX7ZyeCnyQoJKQCfbaNvjA2TVsL47QdxayDrtzvqum5cI20357DTVFsjjMT9gApUVbWBGDO8dwAyKWfpLjen4Kgr05SwJbAat3aYSk8zfAMGPMwxrEhlwovayDrxCuU3Wm7sbFq4C4IbPgmO_PQhjCzTfwI2PM9N_Mmyqt5KIGiQ/s640/416163801_10233256821219489_6731984483150081022_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiN814s_ak73ZkWPtxgTX7ZyeCnyQoJKQCfbaNvjA2TVsL47QdxayDrtzvqum5cI20357DTVFsjjMT9gApUVbWBGDO8dwAyKWfpLjen4Kgr05SwJbAat3aYSk8zfAMGPMwxrEhlwovayDrxCuU3Wm7sbFq4C4IbPgmO_PQhjCzTfwI2PM9N_Mmyqt5KIGiQ/s320/416163801_10233256821219489_6731984483150081022_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://wearinghistorypatterns.com/products/e-pattern-gigi-early-1930s-combination-underwear-pattern-wearing-history-pdf" target="_blank">https://wearinghistorypatterns.com/products/e-pattern-gigi-early-1930s-combination-underwear-pattern-wearing-history-pdf</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In my reference book Everyday Fashions of the Thirties As Pictured in Sears Catalogs Edited by Stella Blum, there are silk combinations called All-in-One Combinations or a Chemise.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmmVrJalk4Xg7RxBO9o2zqyCHZ4A72cCkOpYXtVUbShgFNdSFY_Kq1AmxY2sFUHhhfvlVcxPLJx_P0Fwd49QLQJGUe-j-lQ68c8Dz19fpKHxck9_VpSkZm-WoR0cuCItDhpzjRb7U_Il34j8jtuZFX7erlF71FMBRGL6ujCn0UVv7xWnYhVTtQl8DSfkxK/s2048/346624515_294257369591333_4727609129667419300_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I scour my bin of orphan cuts and find just enough of the blue china silk used for a 1930s bra and tap pants set, and a feather-pattern peach and brown silk crepe de chine used for a 1930s slip. Do these colors blend since they are a cool and a warm and on the opposite sides of the color wheel? It's a matter of personal taste, for sure, but it works for me since there is just enough fabric and the people who see these will be very close friends and understanding of my need to use every scrap of fabric available to me.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEEr6x1J-LbH-K99Py8pmR_TMCHLPnkRYLNHhHSbvlHibBQo60DhfBmR0_SYekpKuzMmvmf4bmBZf8ys4ZuQCzkgUtWlbARHJAhCYPdpvBX4DeZLodpc9A3kDx53dW_n2c82UJ2gfTiQZ8_cb1bqjNTrAQq95CRkVemg89jZ_ANn0JYHImu4Kg4EIBtuhs/s550/colorwheel.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="456" data-original-width="550" height="265" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEEr6x1J-LbH-K99Py8pmR_TMCHLPnkRYLNHhHSbvlHibBQo60DhfBmR0_SYekpKuzMmvmf4bmBZf8ys4ZuQCzkgUtWlbARHJAhCYPdpvBX4DeZLodpc9A3kDx53dW_n2c82UJ2gfTiQZ8_cb1bqjNTrAQq95CRkVemg89jZ_ANn0JYHImu4Kg4EIBtuhs/s320/colorwheel.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I cut the upper back and side backs from the blue china silk.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoErBjVGxEv06CXSKx4lbiaKzos4BRv7h02kaSm45dmtUB6cDp7l52DTsLydupU53z90RfHzsRdrGDMomf_bJ4zRzdcQnqdYkNl4nqQOtO2MoeiIKkCKutxF75j-stMLdctP1ofbr4m9ycgPxnJU5puDhpQXoG4WOpPGSngaHuJoo4q2EnpcpOBpQOWsBF/s640/415067971_10233256821539497_8472905446001958411_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoErBjVGxEv06CXSKx4lbiaKzos4BRv7h02kaSm45dmtUB6cDp7l52DTsLydupU53z90RfHzsRdrGDMomf_bJ4zRzdcQnqdYkNl4nqQOtO2MoeiIKkCKutxF75j-stMLdctP1ofbr4m9ycgPxnJU5puDhpQXoG4WOpPGSngaHuJoo4q2EnpcpOBpQOWsBF/s320/415067971_10233256821539497_8472905446001958411_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The upper front and shoulder straps are cut from the peach and brown patterned silk.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRrh0w0SWCbba61HiOegOrJskK_56VEq2MrLf5EW-nBvs9LXyPyKkSsmR0puzYfBjET3SXuDGZorCSyCUmPhH6bZ3Shv6jDz6Tfk5SlYVdKYuojbJ5Nek_Z9HjQRniEtb2YyJECZ0Fm4OuPlQAAS4mdt5AiZ04OxHpgYXim7bLxMUCR36ZGLH7siWZGbw8/s2048/415026003_10233256822099511_4088907204093708498_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRrh0w0SWCbba61HiOegOrJskK_56VEq2MrLf5EW-nBvs9LXyPyKkSsmR0puzYfBjET3SXuDGZorCSyCUmPhH6bZ3Shv6jDz6Tfk5SlYVdKYuojbJ5Nek_Z9HjQRniEtb2YyJECZ0Fm4OuPlQAAS4mdt5AiZ04OxHpgYXim7bLxMUCR36ZGLH7siWZGbw8/s320/415026003_10233256822099511_4088907204093708498_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The lower front is cut from the peach and brown. The side godets are cut from the blue.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHNcuKdTj1bpzzl7X6zjQPThN1l5qLn8nbzdRvvaHfYjR3B3jOrmD7N1N23xtG3lJr_JUYDs2n5ieSevOpVDhKwcNx8MzgXONdoincB0mfUeHMFfBPc1ug92dAxemIHHU42_WamwM9n0jvhQTFDKLWYP5L6aO2QwlcBKxNzlyPgM4ClkZwr6_x9BZn9OOR/s2048/416277745_10233256822739527_6764502153398039488_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHNcuKdTj1bpzzl7X6zjQPThN1l5qLn8nbzdRvvaHfYjR3B3jOrmD7N1N23xtG3lJr_JUYDs2n5ieSevOpVDhKwcNx8MzgXONdoincB0mfUeHMFfBPc1ug92dAxemIHHU42_WamwM9n0jvhQTFDKLWYP5L6aO2QwlcBKxNzlyPgM4ClkZwr6_x9BZn9OOR/s320/416277745_10233256822739527_6764502153398039488_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The lower back and gusset fronts and backs are cut from the peach and brown fabric.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhA9P0rRz6F9ZDT8Vw_E9t1RwGC8D7Gsmeereq3IwKnU2QeU_FZTSxBA_UxwqhsQNEpgagGNMeZVWlaQ-fv5BQqzSMLGF9gqCR03VDQ-jkCYx_j9H8BDS0BrcQHsCoshmq71rIuQ_ydb8mswPus47DdmgBKdFITLvQ-e44WLaz0TpR8o6ySvGMYfVKg0e9h/s2048/415001752_10233256823259540_2101553748333004921_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhA9P0rRz6F9ZDT8Vw_E9t1RwGC8D7Gsmeereq3IwKnU2QeU_FZTSxBA_UxwqhsQNEpgagGNMeZVWlaQ-fv5BQqzSMLGF9gqCR03VDQ-jkCYx_j9H8BDS0BrcQHsCoshmq71rIuQ_ydb8mswPus47DdmgBKdFITLvQ-e44WLaz0TpR8o6ySvGMYfVKg0e9h/s320/415001752_10233256823259540_2101553748333004921_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Time to sew! The upper back and upper side back pieces are sewn and pressed.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtQ82KIly7p0S3LQfyhK2ZXNm56CeTyVPRk_CGm7SNErdmeM8lZZWlwWKwjDJMMDUfVDYbx9Y7C50h1GY20Gk6HRd2FcZ1By1W8KxWj6kuGvcUxEpB7pBvQNsVyn2x49VesNQe3JGmRGVU6zXqjwY8g0JzIJR8Pc6ACk8BF3CYKTJ8OCbH-duAHqMD6_aw/s2048/416354181_10233293404494048_8787898412462305397_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtQ82KIly7p0S3LQfyhK2ZXNm56CeTyVPRk_CGm7SNErdmeM8lZZWlwWKwjDJMMDUfVDYbx9Y7C50h1GY20Gk6HRd2FcZ1By1W8KxWj6kuGvcUxEpB7pBvQNsVyn2x49VesNQe3JGmRGVU6zXqjwY8g0JzIJR8Pc6ACk8BF3CYKTJ8OCbH-duAHqMD6_aw/s320/416354181_10233293404494048_8787898412462305397_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkyabhdzfnwX17Th1jWadvhM-diPriA0Gqm5C9XK4QWHwvaHe2l1xnBJH_kluBy8XcPQzy5L7du6wSE9lTd6WeZ1h30UcYlkt5amUsS1Xqol22jYHodTWaya0PYp1tGyOkQiI2EAvuvrmX1Q_xIXmvow1RxJZSGZHoyevJ47P2UAF0MrfYopnNEf46UJ4J/s2048/418430762_10233293405894083_3912902435930133623_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkyabhdzfnwX17Th1jWadvhM-diPriA0Gqm5C9XK4QWHwvaHe2l1xnBJH_kluBy8XcPQzy5L7du6wSE9lTd6WeZ1h30UcYlkt5amUsS1Xqol22jYHodTWaya0PYp1tGyOkQiI2EAvuvrmX1Q_xIXmvow1RxJZSGZHoyevJ47P2UAF0MrfYopnNEf46UJ4J/s320/418430762_10233293405894083_3912902435930133623_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The upper front has four darts sewn and pressed.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7X4hAMosxuQLEgfW1A_pdfoDV-RTxwy7RwIEuYCE79xZc4DQmei7xtYOPa-gysqB10KpNBYKI2mqOI3BYME97ZyWJnowJiMlI2rZHgRFR-TUs-42NOCqGeAZco85MbdQVsM3e6Xx49l-sPhoEg-k2DZ9KtMaWy9fELB0m-EWjY9nrITToJGKIeKTK8XC6/s2048/418435177_10233293403054012_5358096457167291985_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7X4hAMosxuQLEgfW1A_pdfoDV-RTxwy7RwIEuYCE79xZc4DQmei7xtYOPa-gysqB10KpNBYKI2mqOI3BYME97ZyWJnowJiMlI2rZHgRFR-TUs-42NOCqGeAZco85MbdQVsM3e6Xx49l-sPhoEg-k2DZ9KtMaWy9fELB0m-EWjY9nrITToJGKIeKTK8XC6/s320/418435177_10233293403054012_5358096457167291985_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzWEKAUNbR9w2XZ37Cck-VGlexujY2Mn6io2FPMbW14z3qGV2ieKcnfRh9_o_WaOZYMxLBULyPO-Xt8w5kQ32M0bJfKFA0FNK0HyZMcGWaQB1OUtuUfChxg91olsEardIzVDG_HrcMjTvA1EDGVCn4y4m846MJYDpw5zRKJEE-XhmqKIsdwqqwUS2i_2BD/s2048/418499601_10233293403774030_4937362616178284483_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzWEKAUNbR9w2XZ37Cck-VGlexujY2Mn6io2FPMbW14z3qGV2ieKcnfRh9_o_WaOZYMxLBULyPO-Xt8w5kQ32M0bJfKFA0FNK0HyZMcGWaQB1OUtuUfChxg91olsEardIzVDG_HrcMjTvA1EDGVCn4y4m846MJYDpw5zRKJEE-XhmqKIsdwqqwUS2i_2BD/s320/418499601_10233293403774030_4937362616178284483_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The upper front and upper back are joined at the right side. The left side is left open for the closure.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCoyqZwaKzTV6Rg3icBQy9q4HedErVh7Pvo0mdHPPRUNYi-bM7sOtgN0QrPBMucYcGMENuUk8peL9atcMxVrPTInXfkjarBu8-4CgtKdifRezM7eEnm0kfv0iKwgC-soctIP-TY9QAGnFFwEUYQobtTNmp-gjta3BLT4O-t2hLAP2EG4HhNdwQgs7Ddcrf/s2048/416356979_10233293407494123_4680833010912994506_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCoyqZwaKzTV6Rg3icBQy9q4HedErVh7Pvo0mdHPPRUNYi-bM7sOtgN0QrPBMucYcGMENuUk8peL9atcMxVrPTInXfkjarBu8-4CgtKdifRezM7eEnm0kfv0iKwgC-soctIP-TY9QAGnFFwEUYQobtTNmp-gjta3BLT4O-t2hLAP2EG4HhNdwQgs7Ddcrf/s320/416356979_10233293407494123_4680833010912994506_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnIXDDQo4W07_-goyPnmQjWzqKPpgHH01TgTV0DIf5i-oA8GKZeBQBd9oEPJFNyJ0VkhutXHnhzIu27XMndcSyLBDaNkhNxDQTYYuTD42en3tKRAvzGewcBm3wKJKovX0kUJvzBFpmrfXHJBIYzhyaGmKYmr4hiR03IfIH8mh6Ny0-JmE3fo70EmkL3uAf/s2048/416382354_10233293409454172_6321062324174719530_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnIXDDQo4W07_-goyPnmQjWzqKPpgHH01TgTV0DIf5i-oA8GKZeBQBd9oEPJFNyJ0VkhutXHnhzIu27XMndcSyLBDaNkhNxDQTYYuTD42en3tKRAvzGewcBm3wKJKovX0kUJvzBFpmrfXHJBIYzhyaGmKYmr4hiR03IfIH8mh6Ny0-JmE3fo70EmkL3uAf/s320/416382354_10233293409454172_6321062324174719530_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The lower front and lower back are sewn together. The right side is sewn from the top edge to the point where the godet will be inserted. The left side is sewn leaving a portion of the top edge open for the closure, and then down to the godet insertion point. All those markings are very clear on the pattern.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgeetCKYV_gc-uCFFGgFSam_HmBrOKlpyAXS7wrg7gFxON5TiBRC7Akx5Co2-6zRLGWI_80DBpIYIKiPYaCd_FaZ3b3NrEk44JNj_xAvM-4R3u8z0ZEhY-bXPuJA4SmahuqMCYfRqxr17kp3dJZ9ZZLniDs-5aAiYkP9TaLEwS73nO67KzLn0mvNu1RW2G/s2048/416373440_10233293410014186_1268767582556288423_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgeetCKYV_gc-uCFFGgFSam_HmBrOKlpyAXS7wrg7gFxON5TiBRC7Akx5Co2-6zRLGWI_80DBpIYIKiPYaCd_FaZ3b3NrEk44JNj_xAvM-4R3u8z0ZEhY-bXPuJA4SmahuqMCYfRqxr17kp3dJZ9ZZLniDs-5aAiYkP9TaLEwS73nO67KzLn0mvNu1RW2G/s320/416373440_10233293410014186_1268767582556288423_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgycjG2yn9LShIcD9UCSICOBIqpTiZh2um_KsvWhycfMF7dZ9yNX1SGPF6y7GrfcyEnukfFOM1_v4PPyg6ev_sP_8RLIglWh32_li8H02DvpXFNf9D4Pb6eNz1d9MTM4OzSc4-W5vCCgDjav2sXV8NpwKIbL9pwc89bah0R8EGsrN9GGbi49TpS0ayqvCpx/s2048/418458479_10233293410974210_8312094271422019823_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgycjG2yn9LShIcD9UCSICOBIqpTiZh2um_KsvWhycfMF7dZ9yNX1SGPF6y7GrfcyEnukfFOM1_v4PPyg6ev_sP_8RLIglWh32_li8H02DvpXFNf9D4Pb6eNz1d9MTM4OzSc4-W5vCCgDjav2sXV8NpwKIbL9pwc89bah0R8EGsrN9GGbi49TpS0ayqvCpx/s320/418458479_10233293410974210_8312094271422019823_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">As you can probably tell, my fabrics are beautifully light and I decide to sew a seam which will be easier with my slippery fabrics. I turn under the 3/8" seam allowances where the godet will be inserted and press.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAWBBrh3paJBuil6pxhY3J7YkvZdvn4mYoivHt9nfBrUE1IVzprvPAqnBxDDRxungkK2CXmYSwsTgFgTqCmB8IUIadOkIzascgmJnMevK5NVqy_6rcj17dfZY4TTbqw-4g4J05SeSw3esco1zNyFb26Py-1CIlw4KWtjMq0i-MhYAX8RCtY2kJaFROovMQ/s2048/418447091_10233293411654227_1744399528835373497_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAWBBrh3paJBuil6pxhY3J7YkvZdvn4mYoivHt9nfBrUE1IVzprvPAqnBxDDRxungkK2CXmYSwsTgFgTqCmB8IUIadOkIzascgmJnMevK5NVqy_6rcj17dfZY4TTbqw-4g4J05SeSw3esco1zNyFb26Py-1CIlw4KWtjMq0i-MhYAX8RCtY2kJaFROovMQ/s320/418447091_10233293411654227_1744399528835373497_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiMY2-xladAz3bZUKLY79duYxZmF9JiGNKD-lq4jLyF-bLGXFDjOYZNT635NUM6IoV9T1yqXbJTGNVWRA4wp40J34HgfmTLEv-Q4PkDiHa3OACoK5fILUxmaHJSJAkJUAkRW2NEe-wtTPBmGogpZvno8iLgitByMJl5FY8sRxnVGJ25wJs8QBhoVA1Z28o/s2048/416384270_10233293412454247_8225703818768311297_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiMY2-xladAz3bZUKLY79duYxZmF9JiGNKD-lq4jLyF-bLGXFDjOYZNT635NUM6IoV9T1yqXbJTGNVWRA4wp40J34HgfmTLEv-Q4PkDiHa3OACoK5fILUxmaHJSJAkJUAkRW2NEe-wtTPBmGogpZvno8iLgitByMJl5FY8sRxnVGJ25wJs8QBhoVA1Z28o/s320/416384270_10233293412454247_8225703818768311297_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The notches on the godet and pressed seam allowances are aligned and pinned. The raw edge of the godet is aligned to the raw edge of the pressed seam allowance and pinned.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjp-kgcLCch9lVAWwgwpxy9GUlz8ulsXjSeA4id1ISJ4UV1N5i6mecKJWIeAOs4k2DOTv7uwj9QoEtOj48T-0ZaZdwZqx-su2fOwZ1KwtqHFW1bFHGtKo6W9l81Y_tnulWaTah5k98YfkXbUdFtW-qr_vbTsZqyk_zHwpMAhWn_j3FsT70_oUBJimQ3p0MO/s2048/419116551_10233293413454272_4997519494119927230_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjp-kgcLCch9lVAWwgwpxy9GUlz8ulsXjSeA4id1ISJ4UV1N5i6mecKJWIeAOs4k2DOTv7uwj9QoEtOj48T-0ZaZdwZqx-su2fOwZ1KwtqHFW1bFHGtKo6W9l81Y_tnulWaTah5k98YfkXbUdFtW-qr_vbTsZqyk_zHwpMAhWn_j3FsT70_oUBJimQ3p0MO/s320/419116551_10233293413454272_4997519494119927230_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUX5ROzyMnMMfBXKXNk_FmGhb7I50M6trfc3JnVbJDSZQv1GexRtv-jslzutO_ZX0F9Oq2907EpdnRXje0jAmsmrwiWkq1A8aZTqaaw90tWgxb032KxTYtrSAyMjeUTdLMcNJ8lqiGH7Up9fzdrTIm8wMtRts9Jna8SSHTFmCo3CCQ6J6vd-FwFiNXZUpO/s2048/416359451_10233293414254292_1227956603267246049_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUX5ROzyMnMMfBXKXNk_FmGhb7I50M6trfc3JnVbJDSZQv1GexRtv-jslzutO_ZX0F9Oq2907EpdnRXje0jAmsmrwiWkq1A8aZTqaaw90tWgxb032KxTYtrSAyMjeUTdLMcNJ8lqiGH7Up9fzdrTIm8wMtRts9Jna8SSHTFmCo3CCQ6J6vd-FwFiNXZUpO/s320/416359451_10233293414254292_1227956603267246049_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Turning the fabric to the right side, I pin the top layer securely in place for sewing and then remove the first set of pins from the wrong side.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJhFV-kyGl71kto3XbUbtR9UhmOvOKWNtZcYZNz8fyNK6gpvejgboqA89tasXeuhV6ZZ66THZsAAdbgzb2STF4kGy_Jo3dXxYhWu7bJ5HsvWkj1CF74Riz2QuDEqOk8GFidNRzTZhwze3QdGEbJV35iAw-dkVoNnuYNmJ81lWwM_W18JTnG2gmawPILsGx/s2048/418527524_10233293415374320_4418197454021454814_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJhFV-kyGl71kto3XbUbtR9UhmOvOKWNtZcYZNz8fyNK6gpvejgboqA89tasXeuhV6ZZ66THZsAAdbgzb2STF4kGy_Jo3dXxYhWu7bJ5HsvWkj1CF74Riz2QuDEqOk8GFidNRzTZhwze3QdGEbJV35iAw-dkVoNnuYNmJ81lWwM_W18JTnG2gmawPILsGx/s320/418527524_10233293415374320_4418197454021454814_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Using my zipper foot, I machine sew close to the folded edge. This method also allowed me to create a nice sharp point at the peak of the godet. I call this a lapped seam although there may be other names for it. Where I've used this on other projects I've sewn another line of topstitching further from the edge but inside the seam allowance to ensure the seam allowance remains flat. It's an easy and strong seam finish, I feel.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9JI8-0cZUGpdjgVIzjRooByvNPNwQjUSdwxaqWqq5sU6ZMTWF6-OZZ_-_SsrRaTDkYyIdCGH4x0sy_Eq894cWbNgJP4iXJe-Z8DK9DbVYiRecOhK9-EyBHYx7a-5zDxLIpq1J8OXY1UQ3848JiSRyHNt5PwgY67PKL3d5t0486k96g8dIrPUDJOvGWRKQ/s2048/416350474_10233293416334344_8267395067380424668_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9JI8-0cZUGpdjgVIzjRooByvNPNwQjUSdwxaqWqq5sU6ZMTWF6-OZZ_-_SsrRaTDkYyIdCGH4x0sy_Eq894cWbNgJP4iXJe-Z8DK9DbVYiRecOhK9-EyBHYx7a-5zDxLIpq1J8OXY1UQ3848JiSRyHNt5PwgY67PKL3d5t0486k96g8dIrPUDJOvGWRKQ/s320/416350474_10233293416334344_8267395067380424668_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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The fronts and backs are sewn for the right and left side and the seams are pressed.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-MsUi_vPA_cAe3q0i5QVdNMt9QmuojExqZCQfh7dS3UiHeoj2h04xO2eS6HFbJX3LDmsm3h-5GHcSv83GVAZXwHUEQa7HN39hNt8rkurRJNSLoivHzSSPI002p9QsryRkJPDwdp1I6-KKHp7F5DfzF-yYSbixHZAUPs1AhkKhPqw9h7Ug2-DRNbOECyTv/s2048/416361589_10233293424374545_8544867929954075478_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-MsUi_vPA_cAe3q0i5QVdNMt9QmuojExqZCQfh7dS3UiHeoj2h04xO2eS6HFbJX3LDmsm3h-5GHcSv83GVAZXwHUEQa7HN39hNt8rkurRJNSLoivHzSSPI002p9QsryRkJPDwdp1I6-KKHp7F5DfzF-yYSbixHZAUPs1AhkKhPqw9h7Ug2-DRNbOECyTv/s320/416361589_10233293424374545_8544867929954075478_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The center seam is sewn and pressed.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5SlqPWTN_ADbJqGXiaaOc-KQAwBaEAlBP2k4RXznHJG1Y67AZzNdQgbp0413kGrycAhwSEszUHk8K_9SzLeUlqw7WtMHThVhs9docRquUFeaxolYHt4x9WEZmhjKYwnjYk8V696neBTG551bYelHqhGmURz372_1qgga9iJiOWxQoXsJrZ2Vn_piw4l_R/s2048/416385118_10233293424894558_2200286632923739683_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5SlqPWTN_ADbJqGXiaaOc-KQAwBaEAlBP2k4RXznHJG1Y67AZzNdQgbp0413kGrycAhwSEszUHk8K_9SzLeUlqw7WtMHThVhs9docRquUFeaxolYHt4x9WEZmhjKYwnjYk8V696neBTG551bYelHqhGmURz372_1qgga9iJiOWxQoXsJrZ2Vn_piw4l_R/s320/416385118_10233293424894558_2200286632923739683_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIOU7aXr7ybXHgG-bkcF3j7ylY_cbDwqQNwVoKwSQSlGuwNeiyeZMTCn2_fQJwPX0w0BHg038UOZbAURRV_FnCTC7cE9U5Xg8U3wZ4XcZJ4P1SJedD5IgfB7wtHCx7f9Yw3sDdjuX0zg4TL0wvtQ9rqCy6ltXYb4TFP37CwmLUtV_XjeJK1BwyObOwFo7H/s2048/416357059_10233293423934534_3130485139149383515_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIOU7aXr7ybXHgG-bkcF3j7ylY_cbDwqQNwVoKwSQSlGuwNeiyeZMTCn2_fQJwPX0w0BHg038UOZbAURRV_FnCTC7cE9U5Xg8U3wZ4XcZJ4P1SJedD5IgfB7wtHCx7f9Yw3sDdjuX0zg4TL0wvtQ9rqCy6ltXYb4TFP37CwmLUtV_XjeJK1BwyObOwFo7H/s320/416357059_10233293423934534_3130485139149383515_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A slit will be made in the center of the lower front and lower back and the gusset will be inserted there. I measure the length of the slit as indicated on the pattern, mark the fabric, and then cut the slit open both front and back.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb3VTCp8glQ83aVnfFnWNztQ8C513GiSyv5ZTvPM-CfBYyXgPVnawxOi4UUcdBUetqtnZNiJCkFfJikevzHEN-uMw0Lzd-NTIMgSFvEYJSyLAYVD8etTcamjleqE3bDlFMF6shfiph33bA3OGXPKfx73O2BH3RgPtz5Wj3-pSbc57qrgkcqhmjjI_1k-Hp/s2048/416354163_10233293426774605_5086033730721520101_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb3VTCp8glQ83aVnfFnWNztQ8C513GiSyv5ZTvPM-CfBYyXgPVnawxOi4UUcdBUetqtnZNiJCkFfJikevzHEN-uMw0Lzd-NTIMgSFvEYJSyLAYVD8etTcamjleqE3bDlFMF6shfiph33bA3OGXPKfx73O2BH3RgPtz5Wj3-pSbc57qrgkcqhmjjI_1k-Hp/s320/416354163_10233293426774605_5086033730721520101_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiF9jwmq9Ll7k789i2DfxP-3YGPwGZaU0kIcrsslN7Ohw_pJKEkvZH7Hq2wj_bA4UoSK8HMkjmz8a8k09aXCasYaxL92G-VPzMQjlMFfCsk_hJr7nnnXbdElaRGGd8buocERWF5F22tqL8okT29UBc1ZA07P6qvdGzYhm48suOgD280bavdffj65FEdJf2Q/s2048/416382321_10233293429414671_4040165555736963862_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiF9jwmq9Ll7k789i2DfxP-3YGPwGZaU0kIcrsslN7Ohw_pJKEkvZH7Hq2wj_bA4UoSK8HMkjmz8a8k09aXCasYaxL92G-VPzMQjlMFfCsk_hJr7nnnXbdElaRGGd8buocERWF5F22tqL8okT29UBc1ZA07P6qvdGzYhm48suOgD280bavdffj65FEdJf2Q/s320/416382321_10233293429414671_4040165555736963862_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Following the same steps I used on the other lapped seams, I sew the gusset to the lower front and lower back.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWHQpAm7QJ4vTf3PskPfpiRJUTCSnvNQbYUQ05Wo6DTPYqUNUmyE0SupCKgY-9BaAupdPyqrgWKwS2ASgSyVqCRk2zZj6Y4-PCdGfjlSfoLt9az438s_VcNb6mv45uWTIz15XqizX5i2UmA8wveSWsWX7HrGt1Dl9EtsnAjydYOel76SUvUblHOhf2LMOP/s2048/416364353_10233293429054662_8489750301618592679_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWHQpAm7QJ4vTf3PskPfpiRJUTCSnvNQbYUQ05Wo6DTPYqUNUmyE0SupCKgY-9BaAupdPyqrgWKwS2ASgSyVqCRk2zZj6Y4-PCdGfjlSfoLt9az438s_VcNb6mv45uWTIz15XqizX5i2UmA8wveSWsWX7HrGt1Dl9EtsnAjydYOel76SUvUblHOhf2LMOP/s320/416364353_10233293429054662_8489750301618592679_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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What I do have is some wide single fold bias binding in white. I've cut two lengths an inch longer than the side opening. One length is pinned right side of the binding to the wrong side of the left side back.<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRFL8UGIrT-dXwWfTqtA4UeuURslVANb6vh1W2BEvTcgCgeXVnw88yXJ_xQFbDjSwjrSKqMhpzGtqLm-G4_dHXk6yZnBSO1gNzI7ucSh72sRzzkSeZVEcf-54EB2wMXHtAHFeex6-6bghWVDQ5kjUYAXNYQT11uVQmGCwyIM0CT6ygc6-BPOiYhps-bH65/s2048/418457530_10233293430334694_2141767818445765811_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRFL8UGIrT-dXwWfTqtA4UeuURslVANb6vh1W2BEvTcgCgeXVnw88yXJ_xQFbDjSwjrSKqMhpzGtqLm-G4_dHXk6yZnBSO1gNzI7ucSh72sRzzkSeZVEcf-54EB2wMXHtAHFeex6-6bghWVDQ5kjUYAXNYQT11uVQmGCwyIM0CT6ygc6-BPOiYhps-bH65/s320/418457530_10233293430334694_2141767818445765811_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The folded edge of the binding is exactly the same width of my 3/8" seam allowance which is a lucky break. I stitch down the binding fold to where the opening ends.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0STphC6losVcfLIlxIooiV3IALRM6_9FEAK1ynU9CFIVm6oB0sI3ZAf37S0CVp-HbUto2jiqLYw-HQCCRWBf15gA9gu20uHCy27LiFrHnSuLCNApUHusbefATTvkHYsJprl_HNc7Cj50_-iI-yAbIvBkkvKXOX7hYLZgi4ixcWHSIqA6i9bBZPZQ9ikUs/s2048/418467121_10233293431054712_6948432979720913746_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0STphC6losVcfLIlxIooiV3IALRM6_9FEAK1ynU9CFIVm6oB0sI3ZAf37S0CVp-HbUto2jiqLYw-HQCCRWBf15gA9gu20uHCy27LiFrHnSuLCNApUHusbefATTvkHYsJprl_HNc7Cj50_-iI-yAbIvBkkvKXOX7hYLZgi4ixcWHSIqA6i9bBZPZQ9ikUs/s320/418467121_10233293431054712_6948432979720913746_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Then the binding is folded to enclose the seam allowance, wraps to the right side of the fabric, and where the other folded edge of the binding will now meet the stitching just finished.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZpge0iKGlI0JjUw5-_28sdJDHWyDmGEg1AAjKETl5fcWBAjl8TCu7SlXLuBmQrb5dCO5kuJ4tImS9ioBmHv0wap9Ba3G1aTDd3q5c1xbDhME8izdbnCrtk3PDdmil80i4M-227PKkb2m8C-JwvBP6s5KbAG9A3QidR3GohkfEETesih_8352vs3K34Rql/s2048/419108190_10233293431694728_1167044501292035149_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZpge0iKGlI0JjUw5-_28sdJDHWyDmGEg1AAjKETl5fcWBAjl8TCu7SlXLuBmQrb5dCO5kuJ4tImS9ioBmHv0wap9Ba3G1aTDd3q5c1xbDhME8izdbnCrtk3PDdmil80i4M-227PKkb2m8C-JwvBP6s5KbAG9A3QidR3GohkfEETesih_8352vs3K34Rql/s320/419108190_10233293431694728_1167044501292035149_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Move next photo here</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The binding is pinned. It can be handstitched for an invisible seam, or, as I did, topstitched using the zipper foot.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6fWpJS1F_M24FUpRE-LdDUF5oF9EF4yuwZ8I5Q_ik16ES_KIt7ptAtbQ5gX5xB4E2er5XqyokwF28uXE-LIBEgT_rtUlf3plvrkrIXN2XR8GSLAapyN8SmvJ4fYlMYYxn_mk-MHUMjf5dYqzK6K9rlumrvqejpZKfThxJ1cSV7LLaHVyvKCo2iOGmywfh/s2048/418427077_10233293432374745_7610390958294253763_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6fWpJS1F_M24FUpRE-LdDUF5oF9EF4yuwZ8I5Q_ik16ES_KIt7ptAtbQ5gX5xB4E2er5XqyokwF28uXE-LIBEgT_rtUlf3plvrkrIXN2XR8GSLAapyN8SmvJ4fYlMYYxn_mk-MHUMjf5dYqzK6K9rlumrvqejpZKfThxJ1cSV7LLaHVyvKCo2iOGmywfh/s320/418427077_10233293432374745_7610390958294253763_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7acM1KJi0XkNaAb9CJ4dv1EUWxS4JwpSsC05K8utojs2KOpOMlqhotT-K4eX4r5rL5YAsjd1HmcScskZuQADeiuvMakAaQPlEjI5bAh7iB7eInqxp4iq0G7ZVHp2mk9UoJ3Rt4qs1JMaXm9ZdEzbEAzWlDM6JJDm0e9jCUZnthjiyl77t5h15AywDuGrm/s2048/418435309_10233293433614776_6039182335360280927_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7acM1KJi0XkNaAb9CJ4dv1EUWxS4JwpSsC05K8utojs2KOpOMlqhotT-K4eX4r5rL5YAsjd1HmcScskZuQADeiuvMakAaQPlEjI5bAh7iB7eInqxp4iq0G7ZVHp2mk9UoJ3Rt4qs1JMaXm9ZdEzbEAzWlDM6JJDm0e9jCUZnthjiyl77t5h15AywDuGrm/s320/418435309_10233293433614776_6039182335360280927_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHocpTHtpfkEuHkm7PavWETctAqTFJNlUxolreZ_Xf_Ikvyvkp8a7Qx0bFBVWJMoqruyBb1JT07V3PmUoLmeXI_fmE-nomtkL7yYjsnXDWHa83CBMuEk3nXgiRwV4M1BjLyQKOyLLFPHoxJHb08Rs0pFxiVJ4ILvrnc5xOM2FLNxBXnOyZqFnbr_yc9xec/s2048/418462029_10233293434414796_5501563385075653828_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHocpTHtpfkEuHkm7PavWETctAqTFJNlUxolreZ_Xf_Ikvyvkp8a7Qx0bFBVWJMoqruyBb1JT07V3PmUoLmeXI_fmE-nomtkL7yYjsnXDWHa83CBMuEk3nXgiRwV4M1BjLyQKOyLLFPHoxJHb08Rs0pFxiVJ4ILvrnc5xOM2FLNxBXnOyZqFnbr_yc9xec/s320/418462029_10233293434414796_5501563385075653828_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">For the front placket edge I used the same bias binding pinning the right sides of the binding and fabric together. This was machine sewn 3/8" from the edge.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh590puMDcqEB-mFdHGVSh7yoM0l6nBbHpQGu2Fv30iM4mtSHrKWsy0ff4DGDAcTW5KOA3p20ygPBv4KGPi3USb3BAuRjD8sv6Qida0Q_SIvAmfyEPj3Er5VGz5nDXh4inqPAMKE_pIFMjoHnIyyWOQqCIZezaXqzB0bE2LGiwWgpLdvHmfKBgx7XuUheEE/s2048/416359276_10233293452495248_8143477201444889747_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh590puMDcqEB-mFdHGVSh7yoM0l6nBbHpQGu2Fv30iM4mtSHrKWsy0ff4DGDAcTW5KOA3p20ygPBv4KGPi3USb3BAuRjD8sv6Qida0Q_SIvAmfyEPj3Er5VGz5nDXh4inqPAMKE_pIFMjoHnIyyWOQqCIZezaXqzB0bE2LGiwWgpLdvHmfKBgx7XuUheEE/s320/416359276_10233293452495248_8143477201444889747_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Different from the back portion of the placket, the binding and seam allowance are folded to the inside along the stitch line, pinned, and topstitched.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRcU-5Rbt8Jru4WKJM1bmuoRslCgy1orRtclvCB_oy-QI594ZndwgW1WUWPe-8CfN159PyyMmLv0Zwul81ktmiDlEUbxEt8-D1PhT6FB77mTpuhCZ0Z48ymzosrhfS_Tykx5MrsOPLXOxVyQPoAyV-vJX7PRxqMiuo_Bpj0CNfB9shQVCgMznHyZazL82N/s2048/418499501_10233293456495348_4858064654935524726_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRcU-5Rbt8Jru4WKJM1bmuoRslCgy1orRtclvCB_oy-QI594ZndwgW1WUWPe-8CfN159PyyMmLv0Zwul81ktmiDlEUbxEt8-D1PhT6FB77mTpuhCZ0Z48ymzosrhfS_Tykx5MrsOPLXOxVyQPoAyV-vJX7PRxqMiuo_Bpj0CNfB9shQVCgMznHyZazL82N/s320/418499501_10233293456495348_4858064654935524726_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7ruHaSZWw3NtHGb3A2UIjhQlAJYjL7hkU0B9kvPwOlEiJAbScvCLWxBsPQbE-4a248qGr-YwmvgVvJFFktJNevSzPEOrCCgdGdBMU_dZ28nV_wFa4TVRY0v2q7AXRR0HHYSg38L0yHnxBGYz9cK9sBiXyv2i4p9ePTcSufw80ZLPMjWtGTd24G4qhnGDR/s320/418474115_10233293457255367_3102559211570830509_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">To hold the placket in place, the bottom of the overlap is stitched from the previous topstitching to the seam.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwiSJ7raotAb7rvyZBkbH6dIRjPaKE5giugoe5NFnLyGKdnEh1KRKEO19o36bzKtlJtFZw_su1hA152cC7VQjzOw8OtJqv0JiOJ8eICN9gRCTeKXhUDVeIk4oatMb1X-VfGN0wqf5FnFasgfbmqkztU2TT6HcOonC-T_l4ryM4M73KxzAuV8oO7aF5xdgt/s2048/418438954_10233293451775230_6198639083242979090_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwiSJ7raotAb7rvyZBkbH6dIRjPaKE5giugoe5NFnLyGKdnEh1KRKEO19o36bzKtlJtFZw_su1hA152cC7VQjzOw8OtJqv0JiOJ8eICN9gRCTeKXhUDVeIk4oatMb1X-VfGN0wqf5FnFasgfbmqkztU2TT6HcOonC-T_l4ryM4M73KxzAuV8oO7aF5xdgt/s320/418438954_10233293451775230_6198639083242979090_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The location of snaps is marked and the snaps sewn.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyBHEAjt7JGy4yZtX3qlqP4NA-rUBafHfr9bAqN27l_3Oy2t8olI3Q6IT2ifQh4JFs2GvSHe_u5QA8AU4y-9HIgl4VzXbJhHbza_WSI_YNiA46Nf20JjplKjiWbNo8iwzSB05sGAKpe1pzznWrLMF_O5Y5i27I00KwKAi7UsIuc6kj9eGvzwvH0nswyFUX/s2048/416374063_10233293455615326_7394910932243054578_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A 3/8" seam allowance is pressed into the upper edge and both leg openings. The raw fabric edge is turned to the press line, pinned, and topstitched using the zipper foot. This narrow hem on the upper edge is different than called for in the pattern directions but was my finish of choice for all previous 1930s underthings and works well with this lightweight fabric giving a bit of structure to the edges.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2ravqlGK1jB9vP-grkdoe726wvh3T9Iov38a-VBHcmkwjPHJHXMRwBz0KiluyY6J35i9LkY-2qybLeUA-wAiVsF3Y77GmmadLYUDPQx8WhyD8Fs4b4NJWwxNiKIEjQdvaVo8Syrqv1tLmEEKR-sP4vWWL2O92tJa6EgMG4rCZZFnpRDTFrOVu5tE7RT7n/s2048/418475744_10233293453495273_4224119101385754923_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2ravqlGK1jB9vP-grkdoe726wvh3T9Iov38a-VBHcmkwjPHJHXMRwBz0KiluyY6J35i9LkY-2qybLeUA-wAiVsF3Y77GmmadLYUDPQx8WhyD8Fs4b4NJWwxNiKIEjQdvaVo8Syrqv1tLmEEKR-sP4vWWL2O92tJa6EgMG4rCZZFnpRDTFrOVu5tE7RT7n/s320/418475744_10233293453495273_4224119101385754923_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">All that is left are the shoulder straps. They are sewn right sides together along the long edge, turned right sides out, and pressed. They are attached to the upper edge as marked on the pattern adjusting the length for my fit. The ends are turned up to the inside and then handstitched along the topstitching line with a small tack at the upper edge.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgy_y5wTj3zuUtqbJb4GCvpKx_LwK1eUiVHYoyLS5SUBhW3XmQFFgAuqb6iFsV18R9_ufcoOuXmiyhAOHRiV5AqbW9Ew55NhkaItgwyjFc1nYqrTZEkxHZbH0SMLXARlijIBlFi0XY7opGlxW4ImQpjk12bvvYRJwmtoedbh24pu9NM5NAW4WQelB73j1Y5/s2048/418504650_10233293423054512_5976047065194737335_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgy_y5wTj3zuUtqbJb4GCvpKx_LwK1eUiVHYoyLS5SUBhW3XmQFFgAuqb6iFsV18R9_ufcoOuXmiyhAOHRiV5AqbW9Ew55NhkaItgwyjFc1nYqrTZEkxHZbH0SMLXARlijIBlFi0XY7opGlxW4ImQpjk12bvvYRJwmtoedbh24pu9NM5NAW4WQelB73j1Y5/s320/418504650_10233293423054512_5976047065194737335_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoah0SUpBjBc-RvgoRP3XkmVmEOsI5ILBq28_HSnCyUKMy4yf0UFDE6hgCp36-wzlaQj5XWwDKT5aIILORhnGmh8zaYtuPZx3pGxE477RP3F8ZQd0Grnbn5XPmerx-VO3ffo9HhYag_Ieqi7HcaUw4oanFHlC4s4-cNomkZFk8x1LwlppYafVn5E7vF7cI/s2048/418515540_10233293429214666_5514535012035517819_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoah0SUpBjBc-RvgoRP3XkmVmEOsI5ILBq28_HSnCyUKMy4yf0UFDE6hgCp36-wzlaQj5XWwDKT5aIILORhnGmh8zaYtuPZx3pGxE477RP3F8ZQd0Grnbn5XPmerx-VO3ffo9HhYag_Ieqi7HcaUw4oanFHlC4s4-cNomkZFk8x1LwlppYafVn5E7vF7cI/s320/418515540_10233293429214666_5514535012035517819_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje-MVUrym98xOqk4fUdZCTOxweot3QYm_sELGp1cRSSrblhyCyAOEbXxgO6RxdERW2P002ksKFTaY4GdchfIw8hFhMyCFcK1hHnIuakGWuJam_vBS03krQhhmKZq_bx3kxmvIx-kXi6al0MbwUTEZpzfqZcSxlesYcyuClWZIN5S46xmZEAP36P6sD15ny/s2048/416349965_10233293429494673_7804914607008615023_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje-MVUrym98xOqk4fUdZCTOxweot3QYm_sELGp1cRSSrblhyCyAOEbXxgO6RxdERW2P002ksKFTaY4GdchfIw8hFhMyCFcK1hHnIuakGWuJam_vBS03krQhhmKZq_bx3kxmvIx-kXi6al0MbwUTEZpzfqZcSxlesYcyuClWZIN5S46xmZEAP36P6sD15ny/s320/416349965_10233293429494673_7804914607008615023_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>A Finished and Fun 1930s Combination Underwear</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Early 1930s Combination Underwear is finished! It's cute and those godets are so fun with that touch of blue!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_7SdAD1Ih-dqyfWv0-8dgZeKqIjNRHZRaHq_-Y4h652OAKajuHewktOlij1SAhXWfRdiFyWZzQi-0p34tkWrEbgHm0Fu6X5jqtw3Tv5TO8C66BacP29ImVZUMYguhZD7kwNRd_pi7781f7T7c9Eht2Tpc7QSUHWAVy4t5_PF2nEsm4GpXYX0TzAt-9hJI/s640/418450909_10233293430974710_4603829258606556572_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_7SdAD1Ih-dqyfWv0-8dgZeKqIjNRHZRaHq_-Y4h652OAKajuHewktOlij1SAhXWfRdiFyWZzQi-0p34tkWrEbgHm0Fu6X5jqtw3Tv5TO8C66BacP29ImVZUMYguhZD7kwNRd_pi7781f7T7c9Eht2Tpc7QSUHWAVy4t5_PF2nEsm4GpXYX0TzAt-9hJI/s320/418450909_10233293430974710_4603829258606556572_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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I've left blog post and video links for each individual make and I'll add this make to the playlist. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">YouTube 1930s Wardrobe Playlist: </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href=" https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKRJ01xNNbnUVTJCwW5DSTnLaM8FdDTH" target="_blank"> https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKRJ01xNNbnUVTJCwW5DSTnLaM8FdDTH</a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9i-vYu08Eo02oDSSMDjJumv0nN1mPkUYtPupbOyYFLIRKi5A06CxOi7Kdd1y9xkN8deMWEZnIxdsjMGeFcXBt4T96B1jXilxpGQ5uIwBtn2lRiLlhA_06PrHMxWkE5t1NEexpRNfP5Lt50bH-L5EMwNa_E6wmYIJBtprEJWAihPKDCT9fskjOhPWTOtTJ/s2048/416362026_10233293455975335_3744115360440277199_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9i-vYu08Eo02oDSSMDjJumv0nN1mPkUYtPupbOyYFLIRKi5A06CxOi7Kdd1y9xkN8deMWEZnIxdsjMGeFcXBt4T96B1jXilxpGQ5uIwBtn2lRiLlhA_06PrHMxWkE5t1NEexpRNfP5Lt50bH-L5EMwNa_E6wmYIJBtprEJWAihPKDCT9fskjOhPWTOtTJ/s320/416362026_10233293455975335_3744115360440277199_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Next up will be the fun, casual day wear creations. Thank you for being here and until then...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Love always,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Jeanette</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrvSZE0s56pWki1ai4rwe5f3oIzWqhBteZtHvJBKtv_QV8LV2I8tJ_YZk1mOz3a58DdEEHU2OphkgV9PTNTjxhTlejYXROS1KzNY6Anc6ZS3a3QSAtwR7SfFc4boAr9sGBZmEvEvcSMjg6xWLDQd90IznUByY52ypcFqTNuTlwb13MnSbabvb0SForrmOR/s1200/Facebook%20Post.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrvSZE0s56pWki1ai4rwe5f3oIzWqhBteZtHvJBKtv_QV8LV2I8tJ_YZk1mOz3a58DdEEHU2OphkgV9PTNTjxhTlejYXROS1KzNY6Anc6ZS3a3QSAtwR7SfFc4boAr9sGBZmEvEvcSMjg6xWLDQd90IznUByY52ypcFqTNuTlwb13MnSbabvb0SForrmOR/s320/Facebook%20Post.png" width="320" /></a></div></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The Historically Sew Monthly - April 2023 - Opposites Attract</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Challenge: <span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Challenge yourself to make something that uses two or more colours which you would not normally use together, or colours which "clash" to the modern eye.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">What the item is: Early 1930s Combinations</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">How it fits the Challenge: Using remaining fabric pieces from previous sewing projects, the colours are a warm and cool and directly opposite each other on the color wheel. But only I will see them along with my very close friends and now all of you reading this. ;)</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Material: China silk and silk crepe de chine.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Pattern: Wearing History Early 1930s Combination Underwear</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Year: Early 1930s</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Notions: Snaps, thread, bias tape</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">How historically accurate is it? Pattern is very accurate and use of bits of available materials and notions is also very accurate.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Hours to complete: 6 hours - only because I'm dreadfully slow at sewing snaps.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">First worn: Ready for the next 1930s/1940s event.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Total cost: Fabric was bits from previous projects as was the bias tape. $2.50 for snaps.</span></span></div><br /><p></p>Jeanettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09186764620925579101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4439815537233502652.post-23335050066733237232023-12-31T19:17:00.022-05:002024-01-28T10:41:30.517-05:00A Gatsby Fundraiser! Sewing & Make-Up<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfdLofOs7QAqZhCyxEV1TcTlFIGzgncmpQ1UWe6o-mcQT9JucfyZOl_ZBzQdZ3eqA-aQ-Gezqy_AoxmOZ1k-QCL6FONgmnqQ87adi-MkLt9RBXPKvpb6D2hkcv-aL0DC1_4G6Vpdl1lsFGYKwwWrr3aDBUqQZLaf99HdvbnCwOlJ-lXmYH5VWstLdaZ2Dy/s1280/GatsbyFundraiser.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfdLofOs7QAqZhCyxEV1TcTlFIGzgncmpQ1UWe6o-mcQT9JucfyZOl_ZBzQdZ3eqA-aQ-Gezqy_AoxmOZ1k-QCL6FONgmnqQ87adi-MkLt9RBXPKvpb6D2hkcv-aL0DC1_4G6Vpdl1lsFGYKwwWrr3aDBUqQZLaf99HdvbnCwOlJ-lXmYH5VWstLdaZ2Dy/s320/GatsbyFundraiser.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Companion YouTube Video: <a href="https://youtu.be/oSsUBdUT2Y8" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/oSsUBdUT2Y8</a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhrzcNdK4YfrlEcHe8JoIAfn7aPYMOycv4ajILuWkLJuWUS1y90o5JDAVfgiil3NRO3BETWHTsgLZAwyka-9B06WmlZ6R-E0nWphWNeuAX5pTC6xeMTzCVkfJ4-bHp-phQBH6xTfiywm1WZKY66bBaIeHZhusyC9e1FL12hCYjQ5vn3spxDKEThAjQjiBS/s523/414870275_10233231679390959_8078883746580826444_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="523" data-original-width="514" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhrzcNdK4YfrlEcHe8JoIAfn7aPYMOycv4ajILuWkLJuWUS1y90o5JDAVfgiil3NRO3BETWHTsgLZAwyka-9B06WmlZ6R-E0nWphWNeuAX5pTC6xeMTzCVkfJ4-bHp-phQBH6xTfiywm1WZKY66bBaIeHZhusyC9e1FL12hCYjQ5vn3spxDKEThAjQjiBS/s320/414870275_10233231679390959_8078883746580826444_n.jpg" width="314" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">1925 - almost a century ago. As I began to research that time and compare it to today it was stunning how much the world has changed in these past almost 100 years! Most shocking was realizing that where Mother Earth had provided for 2 billion human beings in 1927.....</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGjxa11teMYjxpKGrwIppxzsFdxqeSJWL79jDmINyso6-pYlIrexSdFnSrRoOBVnuh62bO_EsLhiyDHbyHo0oiS7dcPAgSuNcM_IYwbuADZVXlg7_RkGbak5LQsRdpida45YHAou4rxhHugGxOlVejw8qPV_y-Oz21lsM6RgqjovxbANi9mecK2XzSnyL9/s2048/414981480_10233232732337282_1116095442602511743_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1914" data-original-width="2048" height="299" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGjxa11teMYjxpKGrwIppxzsFdxqeSJWL79jDmINyso6-pYlIrexSdFnSrRoOBVnuh62bO_EsLhiyDHbyHo0oiS7dcPAgSuNcM_IYwbuADZVXlg7_RkGbak5LQsRdpida45YHAou4rxhHugGxOlVejw8qPV_y-Oz21lsM6RgqjovxbANi9mecK2XzSnyL9/s320/414981480_10233232732337282_1116095442602511743_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNCtTBUvb6ALat0I8WhURUAzRvvc8BoFELkdqhZRMtEIQsSnSqyqUO8O0Q60wgSu3qHBFeu4cC7YTIK2R1B_i0LUTTNiXIlM5X9F_e04xbFuDrMiuXSIinswnxEM3u1pDMwC1tkZ1S6JVZNqPo4FmNzB5xn4cPyCOzKJ465YPMWrisAYu7m8FZG22GN_pR/s648/WorldPopulation.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="648" data-original-width="570" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNCtTBUvb6ALat0I8WhURUAzRvvc8BoFELkdqhZRMtEIQsSnSqyqUO8O0Q60wgSu3qHBFeu4cC7YTIK2R1B_i0LUTTNiXIlM5X9F_e04xbFuDrMiuXSIinswnxEM3u1pDMwC1tkZ1S6JVZNqPo4FmNzB5xn4cPyCOzKJ465YPMWrisAYu7m8FZG22GN_pR/s320/WorldPopulation.png" width="281" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZjTkpr0e25FOTbuWYzANjyLN0B57AQK0jN9sy_55e7Jufn0ifdHbxVJ_B8-om6ua4y6tok_0Q8NkTtnw4OwVdXPUH-FkttW4kTxRaiTGklTukFgxxvRGBbK_5KAw_aeEvttnfUfOdf_dPPRNyoZNY_Z6E_9t4lX2adsZ5KEmzj6gQNbc8Gyf49Z9T3jEl/s900/couple-walking-on-beach-at-sunset-mikel-martinez-de-osaba.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="900" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZjTkpr0e25FOTbuWYzANjyLN0B57AQK0jN9sy_55e7Jufn0ifdHbxVJ_B8-om6ua4y6tok_0Q8NkTtnw4OwVdXPUH-FkttW4kTxRaiTGklTukFgxxvRGBbK_5KAw_aeEvttnfUfOdf_dPPRNyoZNY_Z6E_9t4lX2adsZ5KEmzj6gQNbc8Gyf49Z9T3jEl/s320/couple-walking-on-beach-at-sunset-mikel-martinez-de-osaba.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">....she today provides for over 8 billion. 8 billion human beings in the same amount of space using the same finite well of natural resources.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjL0p5qYz8eeWRPcRuBq8lq5VrgsihQd71a4vW5cybfVaSs8plkqDChHt54QzsT6zEo2kICU3tmzdZGNz_kr_eBOh6oh_Sd0g_NeWVMnHQ4KudbfOajncPlehRPOT8DzQRf7aDkKkEdSvd8YF3sDVT-RqLg1nX2A7UgXdWJCXGObOOp74PELuap7ibnRNGu/s1242/EightPeopleOnBeach.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="812" data-original-width="1242" height="209" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjL0p5qYz8eeWRPcRuBq8lq5VrgsihQd71a4vW5cybfVaSs8plkqDChHt54QzsT6zEo2kICU3tmzdZGNz_kr_eBOh6oh_Sd0g_NeWVMnHQ4KudbfOajncPlehRPOT8DzQRf7aDkKkEdSvd8YF3sDVT-RqLg1nX2A7UgXdWJCXGObOOp74PELuap7ibnRNGu/s320/EightPeopleOnBeach.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">But we human beings are a creative lot and even as we were obviously very energetically populating Mother Earth, we were offering our ideas to the rest of humanity. For example, in 1925 the Scottish inventor and engineer John Logie Baird demonstrated his first prototype television. The first public demonstration would be made the next year, the first mechanical colour television system in 1928, and the first electronic colour system in 1941.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEis1jaYGGpg69yxheT4UehPOYmjvr8wX4k2mD4PnRx-BJIq_y6XqR5YFwiRmjSDu7-ZLZAnHqRfiG5-44ZdfO1NBx0CS7ql8SazZ6GNThTiUg5dFv8DV3pNiXskMfPj6C63ujYmHxDCdprvjVbKzazp80xwESROjGAkWi_FxF6AVTi6W1GhiD4IH9qc0sj-/s808/415025537_10233231730112227_4698219609948967251_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="532" data-original-width="808" height="211" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEis1jaYGGpg69yxheT4UehPOYmjvr8wX4k2mD4PnRx-BJIq_y6XqR5YFwiRmjSDu7-ZLZAnHqRfiG5-44ZdfO1NBx0CS7ql8SazZ6GNThTiUg5dFv8DV3pNiXskMfPj6C63ujYmHxDCdprvjVbKzazp80xwESROjGAkWi_FxF6AVTi6W1GhiD4IH9qc0sj-/s320/415025537_10233231730112227_4698219609948967251_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Another creative project that took years to complete began when the State of South Dakota in the United States authorized a carving on Custer State Park land and dedicated Mount Rushmore as a national memorial in 1925.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFy8p5yY-imWj7KNpb95TT3F299O8H9rXPx-cq2jrSSrxHSnFEdG44Ml15A2a6yjbUxyfmUuvNZGClxESogNYfMWFD33VBdFhhyzsohEhmsV8gs_-jTj78Lsqtr8cIPkXUv0y1GNhIy6ZGS4vGjyQOfxbPbEvMY9obyWTiPA5ocFls0Q16MYUd17ShaFpT/s1300/414964549_10233231732192279_166492883682923973_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1006" data-original-width="1300" height="248" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFy8p5yY-imWj7KNpb95TT3F299O8H9rXPx-cq2jrSSrxHSnFEdG44Ml15A2a6yjbUxyfmUuvNZGClxESogNYfMWFD33VBdFhhyzsohEhmsV8gs_-jTj78Lsqtr8cIPkXUv0y1GNhIy6ZGS4vGjyQOfxbPbEvMY9obyWTiPA5ocFls0Q16MYUd17ShaFpT/s320/414964549_10233231732192279_166492883682923973_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The likeness of President Washington was completed in 1930, President Jefferson in 1936, President Lincoln in 1937, and President Roosevelt in 1939. The final drilling occurred in October 1941 and the project pronounced finished.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixJWjEjZapO5sN0qo5lB41j232K95hIQa2WNe7fbBuUWxmg_zIc4dnFc-nxKwoDtZd5SNKfUUY8-KwVQi9fLhjaVTJPlOQK0ZytSRBVW92AzWUTeCzbXlRHppdZq4y68HmMqLGmKKCdTc56LJkYCNrJ9CeMLlwjRzvDrr5r2BuSAhk22I1xZZbK_8CyfkP/s300/415006194_10233231731432260_7189193459699632704_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="239" data-original-width="300" height="239" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixJWjEjZapO5sN0qo5lB41j232K95hIQa2WNe7fbBuUWxmg_zIc4dnFc-nxKwoDtZd5SNKfUUY8-KwVQi9fLhjaVTJPlOQK0ZytSRBVW92AzWUTeCzbXlRHppdZq4y68HmMqLGmKKCdTc56LJkYCNrJ9CeMLlwjRzvDrr5r2BuSAhk22I1xZZbK_8CyfkP/s1600/415006194_10233231731432260_7189193459699632704_n.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoTYfiExOO3iY0RRsmkNWzo6tdmRDs4wDM_jzExM8T5uvm7pUGk2M0xnDdfJ6c5jue-BElNXV3vVjQc0Ci4jgplYuLiCgMSqq9T3hM852I1muKJlmoeprpK2QLXg7vO2qZNrYQk3qiYYHLRx-m6LHgWNQ6HQ9FEuE5xbMGM2YzYFt0CcTQ3TnEWBuUcRdw/s465/414870915_10233231682391034_7010290669350401249_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="262" data-original-width="465" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoTYfiExOO3iY0RRsmkNWzo6tdmRDs4wDM_jzExM8T5uvm7pUGk2M0xnDdfJ6c5jue-BElNXV3vVjQc0Ci4jgplYuLiCgMSqq9T3hM852I1muKJlmoeprpK2QLXg7vO2qZNrYQk3qiYYHLRx-m6LHgWNQ6HQ9FEuE5xbMGM2YzYFt0CcTQ3TnEWBuUcRdw/s320/414870915_10233231682391034_7010290669350401249_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In the neighboring US State of Wyoming, also in 1925, Nellie Tayloe Ross takes office as Governor. The first woman Governor in US history.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXtFWUONDJnPgoPzp2Dn0iev72sMoSY6XaUsAih4Qx2qYNW7B7aXWzXlYyLzxecs3RGP84szGKmlyCTFVRht8pSs7uTqCOfDzP77LYht_sotkRgTrxFku38hgaCvHjEJkJGhjeBLLs1hIiVqatkFlfFAJpPncuGKZqvifHii8R3nt6JVeZ5ylHNtudDTjk/s981/800px-Nellie_Tayloe_Ross.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="981" data-original-width="800" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXtFWUONDJnPgoPzp2Dn0iev72sMoSY6XaUsAih4Qx2qYNW7B7aXWzXlYyLzxecs3RGP84szGKmlyCTFVRht8pSs7uTqCOfDzP77LYht_sotkRgTrxFku38hgaCvHjEJkJGhjeBLLs1hIiVqatkFlfFAJpPncuGKZqvifHii8R3nt6JVeZ5ylHNtudDTjk/s320/800px-Nellie_Tayloe_Ross.jpg" width="261" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">1925 is solidly in the Jazz Age of the 1920s and 1930s, the setting of F. Scott Fitzgerald's "The Great Gatsby" written and then published that year. The setting overlaps the Roaring '20s and the Prohibition Era.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifoL1MVioo8QGA_Kv1dvfClcfEFRHGG8DOEvpAi3YLJvWHMiDIMfqlN10nzkReiQ5aQvzGP8hF7pqo1ysk883Xgfldyw7LRdQ14r1c83hLm0W7nOfmO4-zfm3F6Ty3uVX0r4SSyQVIfvfLvaFzS47A7_9Lr78QiNOE8ixfnmULVY_gXcx39hrHRyDRSP01/s312/414867521_10233231677230905_1277246813076108547_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="312" data-original-width="220" height="312" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifoL1MVioo8QGA_Kv1dvfClcfEFRHGG8DOEvpAi3YLJvWHMiDIMfqlN10nzkReiQ5aQvzGP8hF7pqo1ysk883Xgfldyw7LRdQ14r1c83hLm0W7nOfmO4-zfm3F6Ty3uVX0r4SSyQVIfvfLvaFzS47A7_9Lr78QiNOE8ixfnmULVY_gXcx39hrHRyDRSP01/s1600/414867521_10233231677230905_1277246813076108547_n.jpg" width="220" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Prohibition Era was a period from 1920 to 1933 during which a US nationwide constitutional law prohibiting the production, importation, transportation, and sale of alcoholic beverages was enacted. The alcohol industry was being curtailed by a succession of state legislatures, and finally ended nationwide the 18th Amendment to the United States Constitution. Prohibition finally ended with the 1933 ratification of the 21st Amendment which repealed the 18th Amendment.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi74VszL4zMdJezaIG_TzZ7EZPmsQjJQzt_nuUqgazsRf631YMNux1xeEGHVwY0iEgYhs2E_dkQXCPlNylcclGD8V8oWHVGk-PSPZxUac28i-pwBpiPDtXVdpuqLrkU7G5UIHNvUGayr6TzfPIxQamDIYKReqpbF0jBnGJ5GOhIooZ-cAzOxFwqJqqrSJ3z/s2048/414670384_10233232732817294_5208404150021456666_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1905" data-original-width="2048" height="298" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi74VszL4zMdJezaIG_TzZ7EZPmsQjJQzt_nuUqgazsRf631YMNux1xeEGHVwY0iEgYhs2E_dkQXCPlNylcclGD8V8oWHVGk-PSPZxUac28i-pwBpiPDtXVdpuqLrkU7G5UIHNvUGayr6TzfPIxQamDIYKReqpbF0jBnGJ5GOhIooZ-cAzOxFwqJqqrSJ3z/s320/414670384_10233232732817294_5208404150021456666_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And as human beings do at times, just because something was against the law does not make it off limits. The production and transportation of illegal alcoholic beverages, or bootlegging, was a huge dark industry and 1925 was the year Al Capone took over the Chicago, Illinois bootlegging racket. A history both dark and ripe for historians, writers, and playwrights for decades to come.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNADkivwC4THC65FTYrEaYSxB6FcXDOhgpS0xshJ8dJdzki_80mbbKzRLD6Yyk-fKN38zzymARgEWxoLt7z48jRzfaCCX1ZZUxo6kiwRGaZku3RJZSnwWYASArLPOGeaKf5fj-x7yMY4at7WPQSQRcezIN_vXHegwfk_T8DSGTy5sOV7QbjB6tdLQYrKoI/s258/AlCapone.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="258" data-original-width="202" height="258" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNADkivwC4THC65FTYrEaYSxB6FcXDOhgpS0xshJ8dJdzki_80mbbKzRLD6Yyk-fKN38zzymARgEWxoLt7z48jRzfaCCX1ZZUxo6kiwRGaZku3RJZSnwWYASArLPOGeaKf5fj-x7yMY4at7WPQSQRcezIN_vXHegwfk_T8DSGTy5sOV7QbjB6tdLQYrKoI/s1600/AlCapone.jpg" width="202" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The curvy mountain roads of my state of North Carolina became the proving grounds for high-performance cars such as Ford's Model A and later the Model 18, driven by a daring "runner" with sharp driving skills. Eluding federal Prohibition agents along dirt, gravel, single-lane roads after dark often with their headlights turned off, became the basis for today's nationwide NASCAR races headquartered in North Carolina.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1bf9c60b8h93RblzE6-yaWd-VSi7NeGZX2gGHlzIgsms8mVU6Wi5lf144RcCX4BBIGiscl0XGYagm2eqE67wV3PirZl0Rv6psB7izarypq1BtbhT6Od9NKKnJ0z5JgaNKPUVoG8gOQ30aPvWrnX89NPrz6yu22aoBD1ym4fzimNKLmf3HRK2Pi3jFIaPP/s352/ModelA.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="220" data-original-width="352" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1bf9c60b8h93RblzE6-yaWd-VSi7NeGZX2gGHlzIgsms8mVU6Wi5lf144RcCX4BBIGiscl0XGYagm2eqE67wV3PirZl0Rv6psB7izarypq1BtbhT6Od9NKKnJ0z5JgaNKPUVoG8gOQ30aPvWrnX89NPrz6yu22aoBD1ym4fzimNKLmf3HRK2Pi3jFIaPP/s320/ModelA.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhH9SHe-be8-rlGiVVWzKSsZsNbO9q_gGcj023p_f6IYkvStheAvzY1aszNTWdV2XedWBCEaEkKreamk66m2HvZnnwEiLt9og4WtvvxJA9vUu53IjaXOedo4jHDyNIIFsj7sHNUfWL5IRynVCASIVN2xxomvlF47IIIJUJai-LsfyYMDWEjNrXIpv6IlUe_/s674/Bootlegging.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="379" data-original-width="674" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhH9SHe-be8-rlGiVVWzKSsZsNbO9q_gGcj023p_f6IYkvStheAvzY1aszNTWdV2XedWBCEaEkKreamk66m2HvZnnwEiLt9og4WtvvxJA9vUu53IjaXOedo4jHDyNIIFsj7sHNUfWL5IRynVCASIVN2xxomvlF47IIIJUJai-LsfyYMDWEjNrXIpv6IlUe_/s320/Bootlegging.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></div></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Harper House, Hickory, North Carolina</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In Hickory, North Carolina, just a few miles west of my tiny farmhouse, is Harper House. Built in 1887 and owned by the Harper family from 1923 to 2000. Now under historic preservation, this Queen Anne style home retains much of the original interior including cherry staircase and stained glass, with some original and some reproduced wallpapers. A crystal chandelier, built by one of the Harper gentlemen as his hobby, hangs above the dining table.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.catawbahistory.org/our-sites/harper-house-hickory-history-center" target="_blank">https://www.catawbahistory.org/our-sites/harper-house-hickory-history-center</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1xQCT1M3FvxHdbLfwFhh_pakCHC5GG4fCC6VoylchDQlPtX4G8D_6Fwc8VCRzNbL3Lx9EaKiD419WCepFjV1f-X5uoisMfmFNp0Sjf2bqUjAEzHwaX8KbhAEib0PcDvozdNSrqY5atLANyd4Gl0hJ5i_ONX_RqlhHGcRM1l67GViVuwg1Wt2q3RdHUN-j/s1000/415028598_10233231699591464_113575158888982726_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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The phrase "speak softly shop", meaning a "smuggler's house", appeared in a British slang dictionary in 1823. "Speak easy shop", a place where unlicensed liquor sales were made, appeared in a British naval writing in 1844. In the United States the word "speak easy" appeared in a newspaper article refering to "a saloon that sells without a license". The practice was to speak quietly about such a place in public and to speak quietly when inside it so as not to alert the police or neighbors. During the Prohibition Era "speakeasy" became a common name to describe a place to get an illicit drink. At Harper House the attic speakeasy has silhouettes of friends and family who secretly visited there during Prohibition. The silhouettes have since been researched, discovered, and named by surviving friends and family.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTcCliQFnXs6WvsNw8zM6SZirn02LqFzUXTBORhZndaffp98DpT8-mYfza-YWhDzop07pBXol6Jljv8F6U93beWg_EIQWu1LNA2eXoG6SSMAWgDCX28-lTgDhyx4lNl37Cqzcee8wGdRy0qWLCRy88atqoesY-NsGVRZrviS0CfMPe18n-Ggw-mL8MIkEP/s780/414660328_10233229054245332_497791332772924912_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="587" data-original-width="780" height="241" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTcCliQFnXs6WvsNw8zM6SZirn02LqFzUXTBORhZndaffp98DpT8-mYfza-YWhDzop07pBXol6Jljv8F6U93beWg_EIQWu1LNA2eXoG6SSMAWgDCX28-lTgDhyx4lNl37Cqzcee8wGdRy0qWLCRy88atqoesY-NsGVRZrviS0CfMPe18n-Ggw-mL8MIkEP/s320/414660328_10233229054245332_497791332772924912_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Historical Association of Catawba County has raised funds to restore and maintain both Harper House and Lyerly House, the Craftsman-style home next door to Harper House. It was easy to imagine a Taste of Prohibition Fundraiser and Gala evening encompassing both houses and featuring that fabulous Speakeasy. I was all in!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKkGYNYi2374YSxH0xWKz1vyEHZtHFnNI4GoPmd3TxZ2qP-F2p9zvUfZ95XYNcMThZflZekdGWlXeO0O65_CTCPpMw3r9AXPOAwZv-UCCuw_Rcm-dzO41t-vcd2F-57t3EsUDymtgLMrw37o4gaFCQnSquIfddyD5SUU-9mzxE4yh4mchIHNtupE5REvQf/s641/prohibition%20logo%202023%20for%20website.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="438" data-original-width="641" height="219" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKkGYNYi2374YSxH0xWKz1vyEHZtHFnNI4GoPmd3TxZ2qP-F2p9zvUfZ95XYNcMThZflZekdGWlXeO0O65_CTCPpMw3r9AXPOAwZv-UCCuw_Rcm-dzO41t-vcd2F-57t3EsUDymtgLMrw37o4gaFCQnSquIfddyD5SUU-9mzxE4yh4mchIHNtupE5REvQf/s320/prohibition%20logo%202023%20for%20website.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Make-up and Mischief</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A month before the fundraiser, Harper House hosted a very fun event entitled Make-up and Mischief. It would be held at Lyerly House, the property adjacent to Harper House and part of the Hickory History Center.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbLfaUlFaUoV6uNi9RsKN3PeZrwRaura5sSOXwAQQUKXNCoOjT_ilrCA71XsDsQyFic_9_FpqKtxFjWLh2f1IGVJseCwi_6Wwq6G5OxmDtZkdWkXCuRBLJwFRBrgYePm3MYzVv3AAFQ6pAQ2Zw4HllKaJMGo4ESYVwDRe5z6Q5ckVzuRI9QSKJdXblS3Rh/s2048/362230496_10232252367108764_866043747554897548_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbLfaUlFaUoV6uNi9RsKN3PeZrwRaura5sSOXwAQQUKXNCoOjT_ilrCA71XsDsQyFic_9_FpqKtxFjWLh2f1IGVJseCwi_6Wwq6G5OxmDtZkdWkXCuRBLJwFRBrgYePm3MYzVv3AAFQ6pAQ2Zw4HllKaJMGo4ESYVwDRe5z6Q5ckVzuRI9QSKJdXblS3Rh/s320/362230496_10232252367108764_866043747554897548_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5ZVnG-5x1BDp_LmTcMY3ETnFjSQcezoPVJEdLDlmCwg2245TDSXjPkuYrMq6m0kn_Id56bm0TdvHwBGt5WseWBOY6CxBlh3L_3uIQE5h4p5C2eTKFIzm7QNgA5SqS0o3NkuEDVydlm6ptEpCJGk5KMwlNaQjpc9DZcvj5_0f2WAcIQvDXvVtgSDpBAv2k/s960/362262458_10232252363988686_5177429223835818412_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5ZVnG-5x1BDp_LmTcMY3ETnFjSQcezoPVJEdLDlmCwg2245TDSXjPkuYrMq6m0kn_Id56bm0TdvHwBGt5WseWBOY6CxBlh3L_3uIQE5h4p5C2eTKFIzm7QNgA5SqS0o3NkuEDVydlm6ptEpCJGk5KMwlNaQjpc9DZcvj5_0f2WAcIQvDXvVtgSDpBAv2k/s320/362262458_10232252363988686_5177429223835818412_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixP0QVEI_wvgSu2cDf5EY3JyeLdlvSsjb1CPla_rTVmsK4HP-A_pB9ZUyQfpPieIPvyvQOE567-uhXU6_tXY0Mv4Qv3GCJVzSet2TwFEmxLwy_r2m2B2c_XcwxnDSiA4x9YZyiQ5fKprtaxY2Dd3BQQIARrxyuP24Hc-0n9-xuWqippB17cK45cfq_Tc9m/s768/Lyerly%20House%20Exterior_full.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="768" data-original-width="576" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixP0QVEI_wvgSu2cDf5EY3JyeLdlvSsjb1CPla_rTVmsK4HP-A_pB9ZUyQfpPieIPvyvQOE567-uhXU6_tXY0Mv4Qv3GCJVzSet2TwFEmxLwy_r2m2B2c_XcwxnDSiA4x9YZyiQ5fKprtaxY2Dd3BQQIARrxyuP24Hc-0n9-xuWqippB17cK45cfq_Tc9m/s320/Lyerly%20House%20Exterior_full.jpeg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">It was here we were taught about and practiced with cake mascara, beauty marks, and smoky shadows. This is Sydney, Assistant Curator and main model for the evening. Isn't she glamorous?! And all of this while enjoying a charcuterie board and sipping the French 75 which would be served at the fundraiser. Here is a recipe....incredible!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgm-64Mp5LD2qBIjETH-XNp-R7DNew4nIAjVjwjlFSd4U9V2gCnfWXdaY9rJM8r23aGP1U8TYpzWl7oURy5JzDf68Umo261g9pGLCA8eeC_xyDK6K6YwXCesLQpj1RpJO5kGdMCD4TJ8HkgUQ0LalGHUFXqQqGwD51ihZB5oW-5eyQIoTDQz6TF2KXJOCsv/s2048/362253632_10232252367268768_8093388066103793677_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgm-64Mp5LD2qBIjETH-XNp-R7DNew4nIAjVjwjlFSd4U9V2gCnfWXdaY9rJM8r23aGP1U8TYpzWl7oURy5JzDf68Umo261g9pGLCA8eeC_xyDK6K6YwXCesLQpj1RpJO5kGdMCD4TJ8HkgUQ0LalGHUFXqQqGwD51ihZB5oW-5eyQIoTDQz6TF2KXJOCsv/s320/362253632_10232252367268768_8093388066103793677_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNdJC1Zox5r0rAjQP2GheYiPaq2TrLHVp-1JGGJx9bMi2veIyyHhyphenhyphenP8l5f4wjmgj1JyZhEFyDIkdikVw7t6LzKHllIYVk7uB4bRhyphenhyphenUHpQxX85Qvlkwux-x91caqq3fJgsnzEDcqO25GC2RmvCFmqb253834fzsH02o3VFDckcfa7ZpCcyYaLZWkSYWE-1r/s220/French75.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="220" data-original-width="196" height="220" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNdJC1Zox5r0rAjQP2GheYiPaq2TrLHVp-1JGGJx9bMi2veIyyHhyphenhyphenP8l5f4wjmgj1JyZhEFyDIkdikVw7t6LzKHllIYVk7uB4bRhyphenhyphenUHpQxX85Qvlkwux-x91caqq3fJgsnzEDcqO25GC2RmvCFmqb253834fzsH02o3VFDckcfa7ZpCcyYaLZWkSYWE-1r/s1600/French75.jpg" width="196" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-D6x13elpJp8mnGL9fSbA_INS6nqEg0kMeFE7FARkSrIWseK0RaSfn7hAEi3o8SDi3oqJUDk2ZNrgLV1XZr03vGtf6IAMgyuMO9QJK-KlcZy3seueuk1QSCyAuKM3phyuGrGotAxR_Z1FPseSuCPcq1vrvvlH5LU7EqqXoh9202wKW1WcC4Ly-i36Ja7a/s200/362629819_10232252362668653_9223248827456598966_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="200" data-original-width="200" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-D6x13elpJp8mnGL9fSbA_INS6nqEg0kMeFE7FARkSrIWseK0RaSfn7hAEi3o8SDi3oqJUDk2ZNrgLV1XZr03vGtf6IAMgyuMO9QJK-KlcZy3seueuk1QSCyAuKM3phyuGrGotAxR_Z1FPseSuCPcq1vrvvlH5LU7EqqXoh9202wKW1WcC4Ly-i36Ja7a/s1600/362629819_10232252362668653_9223248827456598966_n.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">With my new make-up experience I do something I have long wanted to do - purchase make-up from Besame Cosmetics, a luxury vintage make-up line in California.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://besamecosmetics.com/" target="_blank">https://besamecosmetics.com/</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This is a photo of my collection and the companion video (linked at the beginning of this post) has the full unboxing. There are many YouTube videos of people much more experienced than me using these fabulous cosmetics so I won't bore you with my learning curve. What I will say is that everything is truly sumptous, elegant, and long wearing. Even the containers are works of art!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibutA_XDl_ta7vgciF7gAAMj5YLb6Lmg1z4TH15Fe3Qqq2NN24meWP7x3Kck27HKm69Cg4nyXCQVP_vx5-65x5ZqtwovMaq3ONcUniCDkb_f-0fghh-QlYrvzcTUPYvAFl_SSnqnVHU1nCU2q3NkXtS1ddknL2oDvG0pxSnhXQk4ZP8C3326RVVAV3qu4J/s2048/366261382_10232382643805600_8444748077036379058_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibutA_XDl_ta7vgciF7gAAMj5YLb6Lmg1z4TH15Fe3Qqq2NN24meWP7x3Kck27HKm69Cg4nyXCQVP_vx5-65x5ZqtwovMaq3ONcUniCDkb_f-0fghh-QlYrvzcTUPYvAFl_SSnqnVHU1nCU2q3NkXtS1ddknL2oDvG0pxSnhXQk4ZP8C3326RVVAV3qu4J/s320/366261382_10232382643805600_8444748077036379058_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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My search finds fringe originating around 3000 B.C. in Mesopotamia, or present-day Iraq. There are detailed sculptures, statues, and other evidence that tell us what this ancient embellishment was like. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.fashionencyclopedia.com/fashion_costume_culture/The-Ancient-World-Mesopotamia/Fringe.html" target="_blank">http://www.fashionencyclopedia.com/fashion_costume_culture/The-Ancient-World-Mesopotamia/Fringe.html</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3uW2iWPv1OdlFvwsJ9_k-_4IILqUByZTtTTqaMjYeQgQp0yEMXbN8ss9wa9NNEP5EMzQ812Z15m646WZ5kmL7GrFt6kyyKJFzuEZQdH1CkMLKRA4SGWwlOiZ8CaRNfkRlCwkdOF4VA729fhnZ0jFMpx3Fzov2KOmfWJRzaU3xU-bhIBKT_7iuOrcGgCfn/s500/MesopotamianFringe.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="291" data-original-width="500" height="186" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3uW2iWPv1OdlFvwsJ9_k-_4IILqUByZTtTTqaMjYeQgQp0yEMXbN8ss9wa9NNEP5EMzQ812Z15m646WZ5kmL7GrFt6kyyKJFzuEZQdH1CkMLKRA4SGWwlOiZ8CaRNfkRlCwkdOF4VA729fhnZ0jFMpx3Fzov2KOmfWJRzaU3xU-bhIBKT_7iuOrcGgCfn/s320/MesopotamianFringe.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://nationalclothing.org/middle-east/305-traditional-clothing-of-mesopotamia-what-did-it-look-like.html" target="_blank">https://nationalclothing.org/middle-east/305-traditional-clothing-of-mesopotamia-what-did-it-look-like.html</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">As part of Native American culture, fringe was created when seams were clipped rather than being discarded and had the useful purpose in shedding water droplets from the garment.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguynM91e54ByIxY6Xtk9Dz28Qj9FslDPeA3SiIjMho0XaSNJekGMn84Dxpm5MLnboKpYfitsz4fvGLb7b0GfwqdtnZZ8vSRv-GIPK6qT9MNLw4E6Ba3DQoIUcecb-Xe-bJSgvzRAwJnNhn4b3f-cxVKkTl2zpZCkZfjEmGVGWqxhwyv04hDm5Qc1tdh1rw/s3000/NativeAmericanFringe.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3000" data-original-width="2257" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguynM91e54ByIxY6Xtk9Dz28Qj9FslDPeA3SiIjMho0XaSNJekGMn84Dxpm5MLnboKpYfitsz4fvGLb7b0GfwqdtnZZ8vSRv-GIPK6qT9MNLw4E6Ba3DQoIUcecb-Xe-bJSgvzRAwJnNhn4b3f-cxVKkTl2zpZCkZfjEmGVGWqxhwyv04hDm5Qc1tdh1rw/s320/NativeAmericanFringe.jpg" width="241" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Focusing on the 1920s reveals a glamorous golden age of fringe. The dresses were loose, cut from luxurious fabrics, and finished with a fringed trim. Hollywood has forever stamped into our collective psyche the flapper with her fringed dress moving and shaking to the dance. <a href="https://startupfashion.com/fashion-archives-the-history-of-fringe/" target="_blank">https://startupfashion.com/fashion-archives-the-history-of-fringe/</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVCI4fU820nTmY5fhm9GkghZn2TWzLB1oaW7i3ZIZFt6n9VbT19cKBzRMw9l946cUs71nd5QQaor2t7oiaWKZLGKvXa6CbhXdCCrauh9BvBM39NpnUBOK-S_eXROFj4Sc0MIbcX13euYQ4lupj6pfBPiqh-TU1F3kxZ-co0mLEM3LuTyxDCWSgAvp_-QSx/s609/414877206_10233231701511512_8489789805996992890_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="609" height="236" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVCI4fU820nTmY5fhm9GkghZn2TWzLB1oaW7i3ZIZFt6n9VbT19cKBzRMw9l946cUs71nd5QQaor2t7oiaWKZLGKvXa6CbhXdCCrauh9BvBM39NpnUBOK-S_eXROFj4Sc0MIbcX13euYQ4lupj6pfBPiqh-TU1F3kxZ-co0mLEM3LuTyxDCWSgAvp_-QSx/s320/414877206_10233231701511512_8489789805996992890_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">My dress will be from pattern #2501 1925 Fringe Front Dress by Decades of Style Pattern Company.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">It is a simple and sophisticated vintage pattern.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfonTFxhuqXXDnGfvi-dwjzqSV0_TILHGixiP7tp1Nv4bZ4qidl44a1BgmSHZSSVOkcwNa2HGe0nk96Dzk3TR_YL0A4sC-a3A5VK31EBLshBq0dYXDmfB2bEej7_h0NkVEzA2rUiuPwCx_aZgzdfvPLF8STf4Lb1mn4s9ixDhw44x_Uz17LpyPVsdVWQZQ/s2048/338836187_777253260192529_2014652353324434163_n%20(1).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfonTFxhuqXXDnGfvi-dwjzqSV0_TILHGixiP7tp1Nv4bZ4qidl44a1BgmSHZSSVOkcwNa2HGe0nk96Dzk3TR_YL0A4sC-a3A5VK31EBLshBq0dYXDmfB2bEej7_h0NkVEzA2rUiuPwCx_aZgzdfvPLF8STf4Lb1mn4s9ixDhw44x_Uz17LpyPVsdVWQZQ/s320/338836187_777253260192529_2014652353324434163_n%20(1).jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I purchased this pattern in a costumer's destash group and while I don't see it on the current Decades of Style offerings, there are other fabulous 1920s patterns listed.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.decadesofstyle.com/collections/1920s-sewing-patterns" target="_blank">https://www.decadesofstyle.com/collections/1920s-sewing-patterns</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I'm using a very lipstick red lightweight satin and, of course, 12" red fringe.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzAgOOMZN6TxLZlr_6xWMzg25TgH08vL7wFY3VX3pCGvYjOS4stuXjCcXJNINRuXcY9DOIFvX4LmdhfLR2uy51il4ZnRVY6ejqTDAHaXzin6i9Hjp5scFZKW29XNPDToTRufpHULh5RR9WezbmomXbbcy1Wjp1-eJywxVVvtQE792RiL0DhyphenhyphenR_lRC-WYEE/s1440/363777556_10232298021970107_5072769366163709846_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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Well, except for the fringe. It will serve another use for the 2023 Holiday Barbie who wears a simple red dress.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9sV_g_VY08vA5HP7vq9vHLpXDySwW5mU9OOd5NQJr1bxVo24FnHxO00rEgfwmZNlqT6u-50DjudW7lIvBfF7mFop9ybglTLRG3DvCMBVxmgZH-aBK3Hr_DNlmU9pe9Hqro1Av6uv34l62moGprO6bTbrXG4BCXJwUX7v4ZxVfcIfZy16BqKm2Q6yqTHku/s2048/340142538_1727295487690272_4036666085777145009_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9sV_g_VY08vA5HP7vq9vHLpXDySwW5mU9OOd5NQJr1bxVo24FnHxO00rEgfwmZNlqT6u-50DjudW7lIvBfF7mFop9ybglTLRG3DvCMBVxmgZH-aBK3Hr_DNlmU9pe9Hqro1Av6uv34l62moGprO6bTbrXG4BCXJwUX7v4ZxVfcIfZy16BqKm2Q6yqTHku/s320/340142538_1727295487690272_4036666085777145009_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">But there in the stash is an orphan piece of sequin rope trim which is the perfect color and will add a bit of glitter and glam to this monochromatic dress. After all, it's the Roaring 20s! And I can always remove it, right?</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLMLHrYz1q-EKPaEu_XCXUaPIxdsnXHYwaBTvFcr85uEiL5npNntV4R3Vb03z5dlX8vszfCT54ZeccdbiRAPzU3YBw5ge9SgnGxUuRuIs5sOtpI96lNPm6VFqg9428hy0SXRLn9gozVJRwv9Ygj9TXlhr-lreOpoUGqv3NlUuNi_Ea7kbDSkJ7CC8vgpQU/s2048/367003198_10232429301212006_924429561953814448_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLMLHrYz1q-EKPaEu_XCXUaPIxdsnXHYwaBTvFcr85uEiL5npNntV4R3Vb03z5dlX8vszfCT54ZeccdbiRAPzU3YBw5ge9SgnGxUuRuIs5sOtpI96lNPm6VFqg9428hy0SXRLn9gozVJRwv9Ygj9TXlhr-lreOpoUGqv3NlUuNi_Ea7kbDSkJ7CC8vgpQU/s320/367003198_10232429301212006_924429561953814448_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">So the fringe and trim is sewn to the lower edge of the applied front.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTlB0_aezFH8mW7rhBbPLTXI1X9Ihqr9u9tiNeUdsAHvpQKWFF2I0py0iMHl85MhZDsdgu7-uBho6F-YBHN_U_u6_Q2R_W1hQL4uWBddoibAs_rmjn4oyuL_6aJ6A-rvvWVfQJNhyphenhyphenkx2y0WZ7vcMN5O2OPMqabCfA0yHQ4b9kBvUVkMITwJa-6MhkggpxT/s2048/367062364_10232429311772270_4988026778890084691_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTlB0_aezFH8mW7rhBbPLTXI1X9Ihqr9u9tiNeUdsAHvpQKWFF2I0py0iMHl85MhZDsdgu7-uBho6F-YBHN_U_u6_Q2R_W1hQL4uWBddoibAs_rmjn4oyuL_6aJ6A-rvvWVfQJNhyphenhyphenkx2y0WZ7vcMN5O2OPMqabCfA0yHQ4b9kBvUVkMITwJa-6MhkggpxT/s320/367062364_10232429311772270_4988026778890084691_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzK2u4Y_1b4EH8s77xQd38oFr8k8M7E8JhkfTx1zTYMAgYA_fdX8JCr5riVGmfKDQ542sbRHi3xVPV9OicjpuhdXRADfHyIAxC9KVy4bWp4T12m7DmGR6DhapPtBKjoN1WxpKLfwG_n6V3ZxheNYIFjhP1MUbXUzi2K6iy2cvPQRTPM-gYOV7otaKiDJnj/s320/367038069_10232429313212306_4483509837770232034_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And while I'm stitching, I continue to add the sequin rope trim along the entire edge of the applied front.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpdL7CfYpUSHV6hUR0M9MnpSvH9P4Qcksbx-IMQmbJ2T7IjWP9CchazTwzVZbCwX7YMvzuwW9caGkMz25Gc4S22QABsj7irEbVb2ymMJdYt7bMSmSeBPFSqywJD4AoakzuiYwF4ibcJbg40SOHQCFIE0hoRfaFV4GKGuZ-4e0blpGy4uR1fp0VukYU6bDw/s2048/367708265_10232429315332359_4718910138573441072_n%20(1).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpdL7CfYpUSHV6hUR0M9MnpSvH9P4Qcksbx-IMQmbJ2T7IjWP9CchazTwzVZbCwX7YMvzuwW9caGkMz25Gc4S22QABsj7irEbVb2ymMJdYt7bMSmSeBPFSqywJD4AoakzuiYwF4ibcJbg40SOHQCFIE0hoRfaFV4GKGuZ-4e0blpGy4uR1fp0VukYU6bDw/s320/367708265_10232429315332359_4718910138573441072_n%20(1).jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The corner of the applied front is pleated according to the instructions and tacked to the front as directed.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWeTZsMObyfYfm1Kbhgnhhajc-vcVSryozKJCZk2qL_llIpDStznCpJVFRxHtdvsLJ0VAeBmyP65tkhg8-FjzZubEE1M_lFCni5nFDDTUCvUHOIvpu9naTI7vy0pc0EputScAEeh5Cvkm2ReOnVKaSteUzcUZpyugws4mk_4k84nVUprujVcqHN0Oc6Esm/s2048/367700825_10232429383574065_200837686115911966_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWeTZsMObyfYfm1Kbhgnhhajc-vcVSryozKJCZk2qL_llIpDStznCpJVFRxHtdvsLJ0VAeBmyP65tkhg8-FjzZubEE1M_lFCni5nFDDTUCvUHOIvpu9naTI7vy0pc0EputScAEeh5Cvkm2ReOnVKaSteUzcUZpyugws4mk_4k84nVUprujVcqHN0Oc6Esm/s320/367700825_10232429383574065_200837686115911966_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The front and back are sewn together at the side seams. There are instructions for a closure at the left shoulder but since the dress easily slips over my head, I simply sew the shoulder seams, add the facings, and understitch the facings so they stay tucked inside the neckline.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgELDM1k0vwhtT_dKzWY6krpfxe7LFvYbGbF5ACJchOkkxoJ_2I6OI1B9IWbZap-xLuU_8n6VZLJbVpUoDgK_6r3ial9O8KJtSC2n7ilVsjDg_CYRDJebpc8sV4ndqe9hrDDL1J2pGNmatsgGMVtCRzS3I1iCKHKyhDRLhvetha5bDOjudZ-UYYmw9gt6Hm/s2048/367708265_10232429315332359_4718910138573441072_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgELDM1k0vwhtT_dKzWY6krpfxe7LFvYbGbF5ACJchOkkxoJ_2I6OI1B9IWbZap-xLuU_8n6VZLJbVpUoDgK_6r3ial9O8KJtSC2n7ilVsjDg_CYRDJebpc8sV4ndqe9hrDDL1J2pGNmatsgGMVtCRzS3I1iCKHKyhDRLhvetha5bDOjudZ-UYYmw9gt6Hm/s320/367708265_10232429315332359_4718910138573441072_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKVEWzkrkNTroukwJaSLWlkj1DoNyKM-xS5KNG70FUsuAEu2fD0UmlgB8XShl-nFIWvem1wBQuFZ4IKvEr7Qjo1pnOzcM8qU4Mv_NIz1z8OAuajR7qOyMaK58CE2zThavWamDjMQqJENfGmciY3eOv2tq24zFRRw-oe1pHh08ChLXjEUMz9_iWqS_xMcSN/s2048/366947219_10232429366333634_6526917017386275570_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKVEWzkrkNTroukwJaSLWlkj1DoNyKM-xS5KNG70FUsuAEu2fD0UmlgB8XShl-nFIWvem1wBQuFZ4IKvEr7Qjo1pnOzcM8qU4Mv_NIz1z8OAuajR7qOyMaK58CE2zThavWamDjMQqJENfGmciY3eOv2tq24zFRRw-oe1pHh08ChLXjEUMz9_iWqS_xMcSN/s320/366947219_10232429366333634_6526917017386275570_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I do love the trim on the applied front and with a bit of the trim left I consider trimming the neckline and sleeve edges.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilxQBmIG24dKBU2cw5s2MFeUhbXY4T_SCT8238d-H5y8kLKaGLij_2V0cx7JoIkASsJXnAULcPf49Er5GP5xZPB5shnfgojQgpfJ2DkLm1ALtLJC0vkp-AXjORUQ2WDn1ZyQBhR73MPaeAQwclKnIhMK79S_DGsA85KR1d446PQhZl7eRVBXAy3kzdU7g9/s2048/366979314_10232429324852597_2436464843448040589_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilxQBmIG24dKBU2cw5s2MFeUhbXY4T_SCT8238d-H5y8kLKaGLij_2V0cx7JoIkASsJXnAULcPf49Er5GP5xZPB5shnfgojQgpfJ2DkLm1ALtLJC0vkp-AXjORUQ2WDn1ZyQBhR73MPaeAQwclKnIhMK79S_DGsA85KR1d446PQhZl7eRVBXAy3kzdU7g9/s320/366979314_10232429324852597_2436464843448040589_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihgadnc8KMogRzVdLIh_Pvmc3jsf-72wuMIQvt-ggGqOJYQrSYELwNQrqzNVkwv3e5m_R2RvTOOzS5WIcXAE8bScPIccUwEdqYGt0_5XnuFaVXPIcd3wOb0xxL_oXbz3PQ64GEB2jgrPkIYaJqKkPGTi2mbhyphenhyphenx43NWOWWk4uc0H42HkewthvnX0g6UPlwv/s2048/367020765_10232429315932374_6315738673853857834_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihgadnc8KMogRzVdLIh_Pvmc3jsf-72wuMIQvt-ggGqOJYQrSYELwNQrqzNVkwv3e5m_R2RvTOOzS5WIcXAE8bScPIccUwEdqYGt0_5XnuFaVXPIcd3wOb0xxL_oXbz3PQ64GEB2jgrPkIYaJqKkPGTi2mbhyphenhyphenx43NWOWWk4uc0H42HkewthvnX0g6UPlwv/s320/367020765_10232429315932374_6315738673853857834_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This might be fun! But it's a bit much with the pearl necklace.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiI3_FApiOxGIc4akOl9NW9b5KPjwJQyoSR4IPZSjg2Yf2xBg_RitUNmfPRJPs0jqhKzVcD1YeHSONoVbwGGM_BRzbxHyhSPFvBItvnGsl4yLV_QBoWWja8MQCVpo5oeBVftdY2EH41LG8udF2XvwvoDyKNqnj8jixudEKnOVd9Gp6PXsgixrCf44UUfD3E/s2048/366961347_10232429362293533_1074555217080211388_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiI3_FApiOxGIc4akOl9NW9b5KPjwJQyoSR4IPZSjg2Yf2xBg_RitUNmfPRJPs0jqhKzVcD1YeHSONoVbwGGM_BRzbxHyhSPFvBItvnGsl4yLV_QBoWWja8MQCVpo5oeBVftdY2EH41LG8udF2XvwvoDyKNqnj8jixudEKnOVd9Gp6PXsgixrCf44UUfD3E/s320/366961347_10232429362293533_1074555217080211388_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTnD9NR2M-qFRRXHv1vYvKTtyQfOG8pZRDe1OOQUjbkasmyZdjtrrArBXsLHC5KroyHEt7eskDX5XbKFKzGGfsCXqmFQNncrS1k8EhfWjOiIIlhb9mW6933TqNdzToheQOfg8ZlnMCCuFMA4kQfYXj_e_iL9mErMlawvUpNFdI5bC1LItW-BDDMDksChCn/s2048/367712617_10232429363693568_6858538176081188575_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTnD9NR2M-qFRRXHv1vYvKTtyQfOG8pZRDe1OOQUjbkasmyZdjtrrArBXsLHC5KroyHEt7eskDX5XbKFKzGGfsCXqmFQNncrS1k8EhfWjOiIIlhb9mW6933TqNdzToheQOfg8ZlnMCCuFMA4kQfYXj_e_iL9mErMlawvUpNFdI5bC1LItW-BDDMDksChCn/s320/367712617_10232429363693568_6858538176081188575_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The trim is added to the sleeve edges only. And with a narrow hem, the dress is finished!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9DTldbEzFh7LMVhiHb4lcWjr6WN2U_Hb5hfStPgMgXnHl_g9AbyRo4ZnrkEXShDZdQSu_94GsTGVYFYEjUqLdF-_trQUbID1sG9K5AoREDzUvk7fqxRx-Do7PGwJbaZiJzX_kT2QSM25b2mnZTyAVJiBr8Lq8fA_XvVfriUl1A4w_mzgYak_3MVkoJo_P/s2048/367030714_10232429368653692_2391961510705816411_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9DTldbEzFh7LMVhiHb4lcWjr6WN2U_Hb5hfStPgMgXnHl_g9AbyRo4ZnrkEXShDZdQSu_94GsTGVYFYEjUqLdF-_trQUbID1sG9K5AoREDzUvk7fqxRx-Do7PGwJbaZiJzX_kT2QSM25b2mnZTyAVJiBr8Lq8fA_XvVfriUl1A4w_mzgYak_3MVkoJo_P/s320/367030714_10232429368653692_2391961510705816411_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8sGJgUOGqkPoBfomEb1aO97gRfjYMaEOSTqifnqY52UjYityl78qo2Np6IxYDucikVk24XsgFCDntoOI2LOnrB8WsqPvmL89WVlgIuMABokb3fwpy2R2Yn8JY3QC6hc3sko8HZ7w85ioqr9BibE733qNUjUAEr6O8ckAa9eRwGXkf08cv16QFYXHVyrGL/s2048/367024516_10232429373653817_6836516914302712778_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8sGJgUOGqkPoBfomEb1aO97gRfjYMaEOSTqifnqY52UjYityl78qo2Np6IxYDucikVk24XsgFCDntoOI2LOnrB8WsqPvmL89WVlgIuMABokb3fwpy2R2Yn8JY3QC6hc3sko8HZ7w85ioqr9BibE733qNUjUAEr6O8ckAa9eRwGXkf08cv16QFYXHVyrGL/s320/367024516_10232429373653817_6836516914302712778_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3SoyD-rcxIISqDNMeYYzavNegJV8WNifLDr61IPNRKt48dYhWozH7h1-Zdjgzob51Pl9T05_Or-L7OTwX250CTGvdA-vpjKYtIil-CJWSgD0UkjFY6_e7FlXzuwFDADnlIH4TUqafkNG37ZxCTba2lwa2T8fm5_m5Cd3Zx7KKE8OgU_wGSIx-zk5J30lb/s2048/367105957_10232429381454012_7512882508197427757_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3SoyD-rcxIISqDNMeYYzavNegJV8WNifLDr61IPNRKt48dYhWozH7h1-Zdjgzob51Pl9T05_Or-L7OTwX250CTGvdA-vpjKYtIil-CJWSgD0UkjFY6_e7FlXzuwFDADnlIH4TUqafkNG37ZxCTba2lwa2T8fm5_m5Cd3Zx7KKE8OgU_wGSIx-zk5J30lb/s320/367105957_10232429381454012_7512882508197427757_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The Perfect Touches</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The dress is so simple with just that bit of shimmer and fringe. So to spice it up for the Taste of Prohibition Fundraiser it will be all about the accessories. I have a pearl fringe necklace, an incredible bag gifted me by a sweet friend, and red satin dance shoes.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigdNwI1KZvMOyi3pdwzDFIOFPkOJmk1wyh1hI03j8uVUJxyQ2fcr_jc_2XtFSEhD8Zf50_xbHXJ2hFuSPxW9xDtnSVOq_ZO7a5cCHHkisMJdvJhnQbAJRwpAIUuMyTm594dBhVTV50Yifbcfuc3EJ97dCy9DJDMWY0zdpjbB28hPyiGMHHeMLG1ENXXHu6/s2048/362657548_10232298029650299_3273765256078973566_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigdNwI1KZvMOyi3pdwzDFIOFPkOJmk1wyh1hI03j8uVUJxyQ2fcr_jc_2XtFSEhD8Zf50_xbHXJ2hFuSPxW9xDtnSVOq_ZO7a5cCHHkisMJdvJhnQbAJRwpAIUuMyTm594dBhVTV50Yifbcfuc3EJ97dCy9DJDMWY0zdpjbB28hPyiGMHHeMLG1ENXXHu6/s320/362657548_10232298029650299_3273765256078973566_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I find a great fascinator from flydreamfeathers on Etsy.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivH6ghg7ArxNZLzA_2F-t2ZpIo-Bfk7M3HD9CJ3wPCyW6rU33SsMBXf4wXD8EBwuQAAy6XgyRhBdTZEZjNpfRf2vAXGqIsmp5Y1efc3o4OJI-jP8iDDqlZ-QpX3mwzPkHPmgbgjwgCpGM1raHWabwDbTjrIDw5bQtI4jj-Qj9tHmHjFxMdjaF66vpIcAf9/s2048/370768486_10232512729217654_3289401070025108742_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="955" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivH6ghg7ArxNZLzA_2F-t2ZpIo-Bfk7M3HD9CJ3wPCyW6rU33SsMBXf4wXD8EBwuQAAy6XgyRhBdTZEZjNpfRf2vAXGqIsmp5Y1efc3o4OJI-jP8iDDqlZ-QpX3mwzPkHPmgbgjwgCpGM1raHWabwDbTjrIDw5bQtI4jj-Qj9tHmHjFxMdjaF66vpIcAf9/s320/370768486_10232512729217654_3289401070025108742_n.jpg" width="149" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/market/flydreamfeathers" target="_blank">https://www.etsy.com/market/flydreamfeathers</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Another pearl necklace with earrings and bracelet, fingerless white gloves, and white stockings and I'll be ready to sip cocktails and enjoy the evening.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjbvfUiBJ7ttPw-MOQEt_P73d1bAVsIf1tVR7r0S_87A8h23_bUmWX2p1TcvMYPkyicTUjdKsKnSgAuuOgSZLN8hVaKn-6CWbRf8r8shJLpPbCtgoqDp_B9z2TE4Kcogo8Un0mXrCgp-wzzw1r_BEm6ThNIR3GKIGv77ehCJPOgl52DFcvCnUxex22_ETO/s2048/370547887_10232512822099976_351242574910343531_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjbvfUiBJ7ttPw-MOQEt_P73d1bAVsIf1tVR7r0S_87A8h23_bUmWX2p1TcvMYPkyicTUjdKsKnSgAuuOgSZLN8hVaKn-6CWbRf8r8shJLpPbCtgoqDp_B9z2TE4Kcogo8Un0mXrCgp-wzzw1r_BEm6ThNIR3GKIGv77ehCJPOgl52DFcvCnUxex22_ETO/s320/370547887_10232512822099976_351242574910343531_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Patrick wearing his black sequin suspenders is also a perfect touch. *wink*</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcwUmRX1SwptIrqWAHJzkEXJjJfVw67fKH6iS-bdgyBPSj92ZiJYiTGE7bg6TBnECN2uxpE4RlbYjxYEOmI288jo3BW5wbMurYNfPbh6ipR4zB-KIaMTwCBvB-6ugYM-FcHnMTqb2KQQOBMOuELS4utRrEDIyvzJkL_eID9s-GIvgZ2URTaemeNw1Ls3YG/s2048/399924112_10233001809684360_9135594098776563195_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1265" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcwUmRX1SwptIrqWAHJzkEXJjJfVw67fKH6iS-bdgyBPSj92ZiJYiTGE7bg6TBnECN2uxpE4RlbYjxYEOmI288jo3BW5wbMurYNfPbh6ipR4zB-KIaMTwCBvB-6ugYM-FcHnMTqb2KQQOBMOuELS4utRrEDIyvzJkL_eID9s-GIvgZ2URTaemeNw1Ls3YG/s320/399924112_10233001809684360_9135594098776563195_n.jpg" width="198" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I start with a broken bracelet.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilCG2hyHHhyphenhyphenRsCBcyFgywmPHWVZd5AGUCg9HFTkMMsI9UBlRENshYPR2QzxX-s1Cf_vPJcTK54p6g-ZCCQAqF1iOrnxzK_xESQNY7RaHLx04k6Q4c7l_NM-yQfFXN7QD7eyLLneLDk55bk7qmDXZZOWlrNSHCc8YyoITn-tCGYpje_lId0JfB_ShqYPbuO/s1807/400380647_10233001833484955_879449360035471268_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1807" data-original-width="1008" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilCG2hyHHhyphenhyphenRsCBcyFgywmPHWVZd5AGUCg9HFTkMMsI9UBlRENshYPR2QzxX-s1Cf_vPJcTK54p6g-ZCCQAqF1iOrnxzK_xESQNY7RaHLx04k6Q4c7l_NM-yQfFXN7QD7eyLLneLDk55bk7qmDXZZOWlrNSHCc8YyoITn-tCGYpje_lId0JfB_ShqYPbuO/s320/400380647_10233001833484955_879449360035471268_n.jpg" width="179" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">But no one will notice I'm bracelet-less when I have my fabulous Besame Cosmetics compact in hand.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBKIKNophgz-IOSc-KTA3UhSqqgmOk1gSiCV3utFjn2795JKnW9o3XjjOlSRV4msuuHhe9sc0dhr4pJC9DI82KkRmW5OrddbLi-yJCNPX5McC_git-14Kx7Ya0105PBmIaVvioJw1vaaUXtkE_nSAP0klHFby33PNOVr0MsK_mMwHDA0-JO1cgal3i6O5u/s1804/399938950_10233001838405078_1386298172779303029_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1804" data-original-width="1091" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBKIKNophgz-IOSc-KTA3UhSqqgmOk1gSiCV3utFjn2795JKnW9o3XjjOlSRV4msuuHhe9sc0dhr4pJC9DI82KkRmW5OrddbLi-yJCNPX5McC_git-14Kx7Ya0105PBmIaVvioJw1vaaUXtkE_nSAP0klHFby33PNOVr0MsK_mMwHDA0-JO1cgal3i6O5u/s320/399938950_10233001838405078_1386298172779303029_n.jpg" width="194" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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It's still raining but we decide to take a chance and right on schedule the rain stops as we pull into the parking area. And what awaits us? Clear skies and this!! 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Both houses were open to tour and enjoy at your leisure. There was a preview of the next Exhibition which was, appropriately enough, a history of NASCAR (and bootlegging). There were dance lessons, and a live band and dancing. 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Magically, the rain waited until the evening was over. I wore my 1925 Fringe Front Dress sewn from a vintage pattern and, best of all, this was my first costumed event sonce October 2019. Both the world health crisis and my re-occurring leg injury had kept me housebound. It was wonderful to be out enjoying such a well-prepared and well-presented event for an excellent cause. A very special evening!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8Ow7sEfKGbStpyuH1NxFeTq3B_ZQp5ewhMTQfWxirQrFkCNk9WTLBk6IZ6g10A2rZ_DeQ05aRKE4KZsCaHFfw0upPclopjiN3xOFCF_lXxdM3FDYn8HKbZ6RCBnqlTGA84jMS6RoXK_iZV-3yvPgesaQvSwZPHIjjcK-3am913OevARZQmwyAfgDCBPEl/s1511/399950013_10233001865205748_6157762716468030718_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1511" data-original-width="886" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8Ow7sEfKGbStpyuH1NxFeTq3B_ZQp5ewhMTQfWxirQrFkCNk9WTLBk6IZ6g10A2rZ_DeQ05aRKE4KZsCaHFfw0upPclopjiN3xOFCF_lXxdM3FDYn8HKbZ6RCBnqlTGA84jMS6RoXK_iZV-3yvPgesaQvSwZPHIjjcK-3am913OevARZQmwyAfgDCBPEl/s320/399950013_10233001865205748_6157762716468030718_n.jpg" width="188" /></a></div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh65eLBySfplhK5Jl220sg3TEpiMLIgvWGzj8hVlAAnqxmzZHBTVmNq1Upav9QX6y-xHh2WpLIn26FiMI7uxFeUuXIbaRw_KYq_G0tm_SRBtBjXjaCnf2cRhfxH2hrMJD0ifUND65-1yoxz_d8k_F-_iVoH7tV-uXneDPviOL3QdPFpQ2cr-X3sKB86ERRh/s2048/398909002_10233001845845264_7016421220351628335_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh65eLBySfplhK5Jl220sg3TEpiMLIgvWGzj8hVlAAnqxmzZHBTVmNq1Upav9QX6y-xHh2WpLIn26FiMI7uxFeUuXIbaRw_KYq_G0tm_SRBtBjXjaCnf2cRhfxH2hrMJD0ifUND65-1yoxz_d8k_F-_iVoH7tV-uXneDPviOL3QdPFpQ2cr-X3sKB86ERRh/s320/398909002_10233001845845264_7016421220351628335_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj25lGm6dY4eanRab-M7sqtXg80GZWQGcevRA2iDcNRDrYppSU0CHmSMyxXZrBYW-KNRhW2zIEpdG4tbgVvNUJxt-cq6djuZ0hsB1N89-w0DkflfOPrbdDU3p0ECp4JsEZGqdZxZZJEKMU66VLb9SSWD2mg-td120xCnJrP8KeH87efsQSD8p0BiCbjCO4e/s1200/1925FringeDressCollage.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj25lGm6dY4eanRab-M7sqtXg80GZWQGcevRA2iDcNRDrYppSU0CHmSMyxXZrBYW-KNRhW2zIEpdG4tbgVvNUJxt-cq6djuZ0hsB1N89-w0DkflfOPrbdDU3p0ECp4JsEZGqdZxZZJEKMU66VLb9SSWD2mg-td120xCnJrP8KeH87efsQSD8p0BiCbjCO4e/s320/1925FringeDressCollage.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A heartfelt Thank You! from Patrick and I for the wonderful time! It was obvious that many hours, many ideas brought to life, and a lot of love went into the Taste of Prohibition Gala. The Harper House is a true treasure as are all of you who keep her in trust for the community!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Love Always,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Jeanette</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Historical Sew Monthly - February 2023 - Reality is Unrealistic</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Challenge: <span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Our modern, media-influenced perceptions of the past are often quite limited or inaccurate in comparison to the full picture that research reveals. Colourful peasant clothing? The prevalence of day caps? Bra-like garments in the Middle Ages? Make an accurate historical garment that defies our modern expectations of what was possible or commonly done!</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">What the item is: Fringe Dress</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">How it fits the Challenge: The Jazz Age is 100 years past but our modern perception of the clothing is heavily influenced by movies and the stereotype of the flapper in the heavily fringed dress. While fringe was certainly used, it was also used in styles other than flapper for both day and evening wear.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Material: Satin</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Pattern: Decades of Style Pattern Company 1925 Fringe Front Dress</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Year: 1925</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Notions: 12" Fringe, sequin rope trim, thread</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">How historically accurate is it? Uses an accurate pattern with the luscious fabrics and trims of the era.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Hours to complete: 8 hours</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">First worn: For a Gatsby Fundraiser.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Total cost: $37</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div></div><p></p>Jeanettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09186764620925579101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4439815537233502652.post-26301550577541356172023-12-24T06:24:00.002-05:002024-01-28T11:33:05.603-05:001920s Holiday Barbie - On The Queen Mary 2<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNrfE8pInV4Z8PLJJb2oYfUEyZqZSrZlbYhyphenhyphenhMmONCM3YhS_8L9jVbCWvObZ_F2veD3QREbpTFHI4NvlDLE7SrC3-eAe36G6-iBeS-W4pdgN0Hzk0CRSbIfLASWANyORxA8sTmxqpCSfm7dnEWZVXkATf3asR4Op5sr25z5sdxwsNHtSum1GIouTQjCDsO/s1280/Tan%20and%20Grey%20Minimalism%20DIY%20Influencer%20YouTube%20Thumbnail%20Set.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNrfE8pInV4Z8PLJJb2oYfUEyZqZSrZlbYhyphenhyphenhMmONCM3YhS_8L9jVbCWvObZ_F2veD3QREbpTFHI4NvlDLE7SrC3-eAe36G6-iBeS-W4pdgN0Hzk0CRSbIfLASWANyORxA8sTmxqpCSfm7dnEWZVXkATf3asR4Op5sr25z5sdxwsNHtSum1GIouTQjCDsO/s320/Tan%20and%20Grey%20Minimalism%20DIY%20Influencer%20YouTube%20Thumbnail%20Set.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Companion YouTube Video: <a href="https://youtu.be/AMuAtpj2Ts8" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/AMuAtpj2Ts8</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">There are three historical and vintage costumed dolls in the Holiday Homecoming Collector Series of Hallmark Special Edition Barbie dolls created exclusively for Hallmark Gold Crown Stores.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEingb0SeNWfHLOtnHEG8bfGoVeUEcZgo4B-KrvtsRcoCddQy-pp61m6efDppwfrOKAdZ5YPQfPs7zWcS4f-QFroOzb3oRuCEkvU7zH2DjEznwDGsSciLrobUDY1unRmCADOPB-Cbk6btlKPe5dWFfcg_drjEwTslw04udpmYh4jze9J8bNi9LTF_J7IpsV-/s2048/340656782_192769326848428_6087944485230479623_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEingb0SeNWfHLOtnHEG8bfGoVeUEcZgo4B-KrvtsRcoCddQy-pp61m6efDppwfrOKAdZ5YPQfPs7zWcS4f-QFroOzb3oRuCEkvU7zH2DjEznwDGsSciLrobUDY1unRmCADOPB-Cbk6btlKPe5dWFfcg_drjEwTslw04udpmYh4jze9J8bNi9LTF_J7IpsV-/s320/340656782_192769326848428_6087944485230479623_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The first of the series was produced in 1996.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiO0vA-TJVBW0rJ_KQ89isM4JwUBcyME2xsZwHJ9GHTXQsWhzknLc5pL3o1t-iSsGB980Qin-RKtIrieA3q5c5uL1aFvYuugKRxVkztauRLQAnZsStErKo9XfhhpQkKsKTqmpYfuUGbRsMcKNWIeTxVxCzDh2cn7-fHlgdCAje__Afr6oHxkpKLBcLcTKHl/s1333/340656782_192769326848428_6087944485230479623_n%20(2).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1333" data-original-width="785" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiO0vA-TJVBW0rJ_KQ89isM4JwUBcyME2xsZwHJ9GHTXQsWhzknLc5pL3o1t-iSsGB980Qin-RKtIrieA3q5c5uL1aFvYuugKRxVkztauRLQAnZsStErKo9XfhhpQkKsKTqmpYfuUGbRsMcKNWIeTxVxCzDh2cn7-fHlgdCAje__Afr6oHxkpKLBcLcTKHl/s320/340656782_192769326848428_6087944485230479623_n%20(2).jpg" width="188" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSz64qzGD8QFVMhWCpV5Hloaqjl9ugj3e8xBJ_VvJ55fS0tXtop5r1GxiToBQxHR0ghqBpDaFm1eAkbQsVgeFZLC7Vv80ZfsL7-X2DNb0hiEEYNfq-cW1cIXanU1wFKMe1AUoZC5G9vHfrEmh-bZTreaqsvXuh3kbszdJItnJvwWNaOXTDncePK5B6t29F/s2036/339787421_1602352680248594_7684460176401423362_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2036" data-original-width="1915" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSz64qzGD8QFVMhWCpV5Hloaqjl9ugj3e8xBJ_VvJ55fS0tXtop5r1GxiToBQxHR0ghqBpDaFm1eAkbQsVgeFZLC7Vv80ZfsL7-X2DNb0hiEEYNfq-cW1cIXanU1wFKMe1AUoZC5G9vHfrEmh-bZTreaqsvXuh3kbszdJItnJvwWNaOXTDncePK5B6t29F/s320/339787421_1602352680248594_7684460176401423362_n.jpg" width="301" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I created and wore the velvet jacket, satin skirt with embroidered net overlay, and velvet hat with vintage plumes. I'll share links to the blogs and videos with the details.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2CYwjV8od4QyVV00VQe_ZmjxwhS1zDOcDrNdOFs8Zjc-qMR9CPf3Jakf7nZYnYV51LUlbAm53HkCIgQ_Nm-wbocm8YF49SHpZFvsVlC5XR5wEdm7U69Ar9s7iHyy-0GQsjrTYIOfuH7SKd9RsjU2M4WA3yUlKgFX75Kl5NKHB_asunt2cR8VxwQdv8qfP/s960/396285089_10232957866305803_4238061550102299658_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="768" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2CYwjV8od4QyVV00VQe_ZmjxwhS1zDOcDrNdOFs8Zjc-qMR9CPf3Jakf7nZYnYV51LUlbAm53HkCIgQ_Nm-wbocm8YF49SHpZFvsVlC5XR5wEdm7U69Ar9s7iHyy-0GQsjrTYIOfuH7SKd9RsjU2M4WA3yUlKgFX75Kl5NKHB_asunt2cR8VxwQdv8qfP/s320/396285089_10232957866305803_4238061550102299658_n.jpg" width="256" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEix7tDF9BW9IDKdE3Hq-FKIchV7u8zYo9Otb-wt9FjvXOagFyFIkZa4cSrXP1YAQf6wu0hJi14FXguFoLB3Ew3AaEA4eCxsqpaHD0Nh3unJP_zTlhLyLngU8WXt6jVkQj4Uliw_W1UcVTYoMWtvdMZwnaI5BiemLpwx8wyslO5DMW0-pTYrwwMpM2QUqqN3/s1350/396242099_10232957865945794_7087229357672724243_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1350" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEix7tDF9BW9IDKdE3Hq-FKIchV7u8zYo9Otb-wt9FjvXOagFyFIkZa4cSrXP1YAQf6wu0hJi14FXguFoLB3Ew3AaEA4eCxsqpaHD0Nh3unJP_zTlhLyLngU8WXt6jVkQj4Uliw_W1UcVTYoMWtvdMZwnaI5BiemLpwx8wyslO5DMW0-pTYrwwMpM2QUqqN3/s320/396242099_10232957865945794_7087229357672724243_n.jpg" width="256" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Blog Post: <a href="http://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2022/02/" target="_blank">http://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2022/02/</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Video: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3EkRMUxufo" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3EkRMUxufo</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The third and final in the series was produced in 1998.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKCS7OafOS5n56hjETkuZdRbxSuvLVKahPUYTq6gmHAhC5LD7yAAmYQ2W9rhB0W45VCQgGnbDNK1GdpPjBNsSyZXQGSNF5hVpBKt0X32c4RQPBDZSe0ufScfjzZi8KYGAY-XmNJFTzZwZqjA1GqF78Hc9abs4YmVfDP4gaXD1MqHBIjXWQSM-Vx08J_vBC/s1335/340656782_192769326848428_6087944485230479623_n%20(3).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1335" data-original-width="758" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKCS7OafOS5n56hjETkuZdRbxSuvLVKahPUYTq6gmHAhC5LD7yAAmYQ2W9rhB0W45VCQgGnbDNK1GdpPjBNsSyZXQGSNF5hVpBKt0X32c4RQPBDZSe0ufScfjzZi8KYGAY-XmNJFTzZwZqjA1GqF78Hc9abs4YmVfDP4gaXD1MqHBIjXWQSM-Vx08J_vBC/s320/340656782_192769326848428_6087944485230479623_n%20(3).jpg" width="182" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW5aVyYgOJR4ZTwOmNfPYVFOQw0wh_MgXllR-pxMTuaQn6QlmS050ZMxtIq6s7evjfh60btqLkAzNnPIoZBUVUP5EbNoX1wcGZsXxXCNE9I1tSX5H-M4y28hf_YPAV53Q8QkBkweEeHxfOOrG8ZQCS0d4rTcaouTR3ZiKH74Mu0bDWQNhLOaEaUS5Km4zR/s2048/340461264_922337942521050_6848476750507991222_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW5aVyYgOJR4ZTwOmNfPYVFOQw0wh_MgXllR-pxMTuaQn6QlmS050ZMxtIq6s7evjfh60btqLkAzNnPIoZBUVUP5EbNoX1wcGZsXxXCNE9I1tSX5H-M4y28hf_YPAV53Q8QkBkweEeHxfOOrG8ZQCS0d4rTcaouTR3ZiKH74Mu0bDWQNhLOaEaUS5Km4zR/s320/340461264_922337942521050_6848476750507991222_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I created and wore this gown in 1930s style as I was madly sewing a 1930s wardrobe that year. I'll share blog and video links.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0q1RH86jc0us7QzvRh3xf1rURf3q7Y9dXzUs5z9TUpUyCbTW3yJOKBuVDYw4Ud6UjRle5QSVa5y2aDcAYAxlZUoD69aew4qbKw7dqYc3zHS851YQ7BmkgGuzzHPssHPgX_GY3HLFs94MkkTjnSuvRZEpf1Ts68MvLAuPLZLIlqL1jNcVNMoljIHhYkh22/s1062/396223173_10232957867625836_5769975238744023786_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1062" data-original-width="850" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0q1RH86jc0us7QzvRh3xf1rURf3q7Y9dXzUs5z9TUpUyCbTW3yJOKBuVDYw4Ud6UjRle5QSVa5y2aDcAYAxlZUoD69aew4qbKw7dqYc3zHS851YQ7BmkgGuzzHPssHPgX_GY3HLFs94MkkTjnSuvRZEpf1Ts68MvLAuPLZLIlqL1jNcVNMoljIHhYkh22/s320/396223173_10232957867625836_5769975238744023786_n.jpg" width="256" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7YJcq-2yK7qN0_G2iCAR2kwPlHp4Ws7hI5Mkc4iZNbB6Ur1Tieg7nCVXAZ7P6p4X3d-GKywlMamxZRZaDe97CCFA9NBLaeHZQbCS48Utlvzxm3Hf6BBYg_pnS4eElOCkJksAHvNuFzC3Lo8YfDCaQZ1oek3K7vcuos7kO-Aa27Gz3CjuS81mJUcT_B-us/s1074/330960632_466134048930828_3646983671826318575_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1074" data-original-width="598" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7YJcq-2yK7qN0_G2iCAR2kwPlHp4Ws7hI5Mkc4iZNbB6Ur1Tieg7nCVXAZ7P6p4X3d-GKywlMamxZRZaDe97CCFA9NBLaeHZQbCS48Utlvzxm3Hf6BBYg_pnS4eElOCkJksAHvNuFzC3Lo8YfDCaQZ1oek3K7vcuos7kO-Aa27Gz3CjuS81mJUcT_B-us/s320/330960632_466134048930828_3646983671826318575_n.jpg" width="178" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Blog Post: <a href="http://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2023/02/youtube-companion-video-httpsyoutu.html" target="_blank">http://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2023/02/youtube-companion-video-httpsyoutu.html</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Video: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HNxafK2Kks4&feature=youtu.be" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HNxafK2Kks4&feature=youtu.be</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The second in the series is Holiday Voyage Barbie, produced in 1997. I had found this doll on Etsy several years ago and planned to recreate the costume this year. Little did I know the magic that was in store for me - but more on that later!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8X1-tno-CWnM1W-FRSxnnSyQ02ubwlw0dFHMqrKqNpihf5fRDh-zIeMViRuSqhcMVX4g8tobvyV7SymjSnzX8l7iAy4TGr4A2hwhPHeX1Zd7axcRFCjXXQiMc01w3DriOyb4vGAp1sadsmlRAQKpwlmadZIh1ujMZDUyjw-1fLcsOYCy61Z6gG5tZqOIR/s2048/340770687_1246877925967745_5832738294752190823_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8X1-tno-CWnM1W-FRSxnnSyQ02ubwlw0dFHMqrKqNpihf5fRDh-zIeMViRuSqhcMVX4g8tobvyV7SymjSnzX8l7iAy4TGr4A2hwhPHeX1Zd7axcRFCjXXQiMc01w3DriOyb4vGAp1sadsmlRAQKpwlmadZIh1ujMZDUyjw-1fLcsOYCy61Z6gG5tZqOIR/s320/340770687_1246877925967745_5832738294752190823_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The costume details for Holiday Voyage Barbie are so true to the era.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYPgQNZEY-6ba4cDebf-02P15jPI8ppq3w6H0wLt70u7OR_0tylRfl3JKah_S10GnYoUS4UkTCZEGO8izgP_N4NXe-PoplF3FaLzeAK3nm8k7ldf9bs97knjARCEiEk4-F68jsMi9H6aNyp7CJtrksaNh29DVLejBrzsj2NZUSZnPWpP3W346nHvjIOm9i/s2048/340444470_1195198977865823_8277790880083463890_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYPgQNZEY-6ba4cDebf-02P15jPI8ppq3w6H0wLt70u7OR_0tylRfl3JKah_S10GnYoUS4UkTCZEGO8izgP_N4NXe-PoplF3FaLzeAK3nm8k7ldf9bs97knjARCEiEk4-F68jsMi9H6aNyp7CJtrksaNh29DVLejBrzsj2NZUSZnPWpP3W346nHvjIOm9i/s320/340444470_1195198977865823_8277790880083463890_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Holiday Voyage Barbie was still firmly attached to her inner sleeve where she had been for the past 25 years or more.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOYPHD-u6y2rVLL1UeKg_E3DefkgyDG_S2BCxi9iYV-UDmRs6kPePzHVj2w98FcC11CJihCUnbtmlNgJ5i9XhckluWaQgTHGyoYrmgKwJ6p8iuy1hEjOSPx2rD8_hNh7xo0nPc67480hAqBzBuhTxem4XYtbVFlgJ0WXGo8bgnkjiW9uOMwxkMXBeMlhju/s2048/366148060_10232382684526618_1184455206239947034_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOYPHD-u6y2rVLL1UeKg_E3DefkgyDG_S2BCxi9iYV-UDmRs6kPePzHVj2w98FcC11CJihCUnbtmlNgJ5i9XhckluWaQgTHGyoYrmgKwJ6p8iuy1hEjOSPx2rD8_hNh7xo0nPc67480hAqBzBuhTxem4XYtbVFlgJ0WXGo8bgnkjiW9uOMwxkMXBeMlhju/s320/366148060_10232382684526618_1184455206239947034_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9BYZJ48YPYdxi-B0uVKZHZsubGUI62M2Iu_kj8xeh6pMe6Y7RuPZSIn-ztMk2NB-xt70Jbxlhs0qlXkWcyyOZzvfu4BamPMBXY3HDhflDrbFmmN5WjBDor5kGSxMfCv5fkR54tXzRz0GkBO-_Noc8RS4KvIv1qSjkFSqA5-wMLdWk5PP_m9UkXiI5Ybsn/s320/405378614_10233080108841790_3262935539967407573_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This blog post and video will not share the making of the 1920s drop-waist dress. I recreated the dress earlier for a Gatsby fundraiser and will share that in a separate blog post and video. This blog post and video will share the making of the faux fur-trimmed coat and the recycled cloche.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The Cloche</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKMhgvVypMMfBy8Z7r3MB5p8BzEo9e3fo02oRyhiBaQaPGABUz-i1-vqSbPiMHrNy09RFyNM8g_FHz-3Gh8RpR5Uw6JrVblsqWo5zl8vmLoItDndbQ1qCszwplE-hG62Pr3-sLkV5r8eJqWRWp9AvSl20NQppERcA3QOE5Aq-9F4Qi6wyHpr73atkplZEm/s2048/400399097_10233024305206734_4368949139180699253_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKMhgvVypMMfBy8Z7r3MB5p8BzEo9e3fo02oRyhiBaQaPGABUz-i1-vqSbPiMHrNy09RFyNM8g_FHz-3Gh8RpR5Uw6JrVblsqWo5zl8vmLoItDndbQ1qCszwplE-hG62Pr3-sLkV5r8eJqWRWp9AvSl20NQppERcA3QOE5Aq-9F4Qi6wyHpr73atkplZEm/s320/400399097_10233024305206734_4368949139180699253_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Let's start with the cloche. Originally made for my Historically Accurate Maleficient project, the cloche is made from an Out of a Portrait pattern. (I'll share links)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9tcT-i6WZupVWToz8_MTSGquNLVW7kl29790UE4BOKLMJweXUBNBLbIbMkp9OK9eg42j8sGSi3yNZZShwVd-fOudqaIjD9FcDRCMkKH1fL36-flsW1ErfhGYNZhrWaRsqqUVb7X35NrPHEKXHUydxsTGqRVxNKMmifw7aFj78cuYgoPeM2_MPErAYO_Ce/s960/238590385_10227526327600730_2208246506094988357_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="528" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9tcT-i6WZupVWToz8_MTSGquNLVW7kl29790UE4BOKLMJweXUBNBLbIbMkp9OK9eg42j8sGSi3yNZZShwVd-fOudqaIjD9FcDRCMkKH1fL36-flsW1ErfhGYNZhrWaRsqqUVb7X35NrPHEKXHUydxsTGqRVxNKMmifw7aFj78cuYgoPeM2_MPErAYO_Ce/s320/238590385_10227526327600730_2208246506094988357_n.jpg" width="176" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Blog Post: <a href="http://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2021/08/an-edwardian-mistress-of-evil-part-3-of.html" target="_blank">http://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2021/08/an-edwardian-mistress-of-evil-part-3-of.html</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Video: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LNxKXEZJOf8" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LNxKXEZJOf8</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaY8VegPXdyeA2ImZxoaDGfB4FcHA3iHAuap65KCI-cUHVYiH_xrgiz4Ki6WyQ76SAyVmugzKItP3DGpW5jUUDAEt7nF9yuk92RSDLoYWb25ReE7CsBO8DDzG9qzZR25CcLGrMb3lH2IuPA2IFlR2YIyHN7HE6N_3grETZ6J4bQekJPU4FGZPMoO2WvSir/s797/ClochePattern.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="797" data-original-width="619" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaY8VegPXdyeA2ImZxoaDGfB4FcHA3iHAuap65KCI-cUHVYiH_xrgiz4Ki6WyQ76SAyVmugzKItP3DGpW5jUUDAEt7nF9yuk92RSDLoYWb25ReE7CsBO8DDzG9qzZR25CcLGrMb3lH2IuPA2IFlR2YIyHN7HE6N_3grETZ6J4bQekJPU4FGZPMoO2WvSir/s320/ClochePattern.jpg" width="249" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://outofaportrait.com/62-2/" target="_blank">https://outofaportrait.com/62-2/</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">By removing the coque feather front trim and creating the black rose from wired ribbon and adding green satin ribbon, this cloche is recycled for Holiday Voyage Barbie and still usable for the original costume.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkRpBKrd1htrZpXUh-eZU-mHrRayrLjVExPZ31LPYARG1-57zwvndmwYSUCCT-Rn72u65Ywa0NAonmftRbeJMm_sOzC6t1JtVy6sRimRIZPQJ50r58BLz2MYC0sF_aUtt5DYBmC85v8eUWNSUGOX0rrC0nI8Z6hvvpJin3TcK8RRavZDnpb8aW3r50KiEy/s320/394642072_10232947426844823_1867723056294803006_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">But staying in that perfect mode for yhe fabric for the coat exterior was a challenge and took most of a year to finally find something that fit both the inspiration and my budget.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_TTXMe1sa9UyTLNOTmcp0re9kgzdaE263yAuVkQTughOswOe2a4vWRY-tlHCup2-u2D7EXzlzOAaY1oZpQXhaHT9ffEHkyrZM_zFZaqVCiiEVkCJQlSvNSNbx8JRd7qf86l-wpQpmrGuD3qz4-6IKUHL0pFY-4Ig94cbXaLYGTB-F4CjYDQbys83DfV-_/s2048/366148060_10232382684526618_1184455206239947034_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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It was almost shocking how closely the design matched the Holiday Barbie coat design.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg62fQ3XdzQtRoGO5CqGGfaIC_M_fbIoMsz6hIaLb19rRAK4sqondSK2lQLuIvZ4aJhZSg3JZ2FDzW3ZOysJvVvRvNPAchrjv5fBL98ZJ55WgtF58-tEq1BgYHejw23xo8aI_P9m8aMoS0SM1if-1z2faFyEWg4sg9uiJdf8_BZB-qIUEVfWh2sG7Zj6XaZ/s2048/366320228_10232382688686722_5636385280064468294_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="955" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg62fQ3XdzQtRoGO5CqGGfaIC_M_fbIoMsz6hIaLb19rRAK4sqondSK2lQLuIvZ4aJhZSg3JZ2FDzW3ZOysJvVvRvNPAchrjv5fBL98ZJ55WgtF58-tEq1BgYHejw23xo8aI_P9m8aMoS0SM1if-1z2faFyEWg4sg9uiJdf8_BZB-qIUEVfWh2sG7Zj6XaZ/s320/366320228_10232382688686722_5636385280064468294_n.jpg" width="149" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJmmrWFeOMGn-rcjnWoMGd8X68-6EXRqvfv60KktoQXzmWKy705rMeC4Or33qI6B-BZuYC3DosoLIpqjef14f15l3saWIKGvYmC0sCKxfKt9_tGih6EYKMqOCz0OqvR3Q6yfzXZJKIlHJjercBDKfgLarkG1rlmW8JO-zQ9S8BOmIV2K25Nru5_1kLkXzu/s1059/366307636_10232382682766574_3132990082765537383_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1059" data-original-width="794" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJmmrWFeOMGn-rcjnWoMGd8X68-6EXRqvfv60KktoQXzmWKy705rMeC4Or33qI6B-BZuYC3DosoLIpqjef14f15l3saWIKGvYmC0sCKxfKt9_tGih6EYKMqOCz0OqvR3Q6yfzXZJKIlHJjercBDKfgLarkG1rlmW8JO-zQ9S8BOmIV2K25Nru5_1kLkXzu/s320/366307636_10232382682766574_3132990082765537383_n.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDbIPe88D_ASP4AkzNZP_UKKOrynnSBizatjj2vQfD_xzl8fW62_ByS3teNOWCfC11TBLvI_mEe8ij4zHhoGH9NGDT9kvPMy9jYOPlitYPgJHfkrFZ4McG730npmf3Ex_-8NTqE3CQpzJUMuFiqPpTEU8onWRTjbGgm5qNtEKWhZmKrB0_tTjfcrGAikjX/s794/366217152_10232382665246136_86058092537736780_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="596" data-original-width="794" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDbIPe88D_ASP4AkzNZP_UKKOrynnSBizatjj2vQfD_xzl8fW62_ByS3teNOWCfC11TBLvI_mEe8ij4zHhoGH9NGDT9kvPMy9jYOPlitYPgJHfkrFZ4McG730npmf3Ex_-8NTqE3CQpzJUMuFiqPpTEU8onWRTjbGgm5qNtEKWhZmKrB0_tTjfcrGAikjX/s320/366217152_10232382665246136_86058092537736780_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">It took a while longer to find a red satin that had the heaviness to hold the weight of the overlay and faux fur and the shine and bright color to show through the black net of the overlay, but patience won out and I found a 5 yard remnant that would give the right impression. Like those fabric weights?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQSKcaj4vjUDHYBtqgmPneoRxyjA8qe6WtkJACU-Gw-oAB44NCRVqihUCj5NJ80Jgin84XDMKuaT_1824XNkyW878dfquktdhC9PGKEMxrEgQALoU-bqo79NQFqebHuLEcWzl1lMGREx4tffmBaCwP57Z4bSxFxoUnnAmoWj7J738j2r-tYPTSGVNb2xJC/s2048/400042991_10233024304646720_1180262807289834838_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQSKcaj4vjUDHYBtqgmPneoRxyjA8qe6WtkJACU-Gw-oAB44NCRVqihUCj5NJ80Jgin84XDMKuaT_1824XNkyW878dfquktdhC9PGKEMxrEgQALoU-bqo79NQFqebHuLEcWzl1lMGREx4tffmBaCwP57Z4bSxFxoUnnAmoWj7J738j2r-tYPTSGVNb2xJC/s320/400042991_10233024304646720_1180262807289834838_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">With the fabrics sourced it was time to look for the faux fur trim. I wanted something that was very snow white against the red coat, but would not be mistaken for fur as it can be sensitive for many people. I found the right trim and could cut it to the width I desired.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5Gw5qy5oNNDdFVYjhfGGjObWbixlJPXn9_A2UHRI_iVyzK1kGiwLwsBMZB3lQlph6tFve99WesQtAdpg3CXVeSKn2SdK-jFlduWu0RGW7NGzfIV0R6MWwSZ4m4petOxVvnkh4-bq-DCZsBsnBMG_mg_D82sw7gCdd5C2TYH4F9UAAf2YF5SGwdQQphCR_/s2048/395347322_10232947427004827_7671502607386075236_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5Gw5qy5oNNDdFVYjhfGGjObWbixlJPXn9_A2UHRI_iVyzK1kGiwLwsBMZB3lQlph6tFve99WesQtAdpg3CXVeSKn2SdK-jFlduWu0RGW7NGzfIV0R6MWwSZ4m4petOxVvnkh4-bq-DCZsBsnBMG_mg_D82sw7gCdd5C2TYH4F9UAAf2YF5SGwdQQphCR_/s320/395347322_10232947427004827_7671502607386075236_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGQWPEOoYw62kg89xRE9Bi-nVcOj7FuItdRsH02mv9SdTMkhiCPbTE-qbqOp8eWmEexRVjqbzFOmork3_PCUdhH4y2ohkUcNVhg5pVtaRgrQAzFw__FUhJS9sspMgDzouol6mVxRehJxcqusbcfzYTkyXSp3FLPrnPjbf_QUwXF1QK_hi27R9K9GpmtfD-/s2048/366175066_10232382947453191_5858997725440277469_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGQWPEOoYw62kg89xRE9Bi-nVcOj7FuItdRsH02mv9SdTMkhiCPbTE-qbqOp8eWmEexRVjqbzFOmork3_PCUdhH4y2ohkUcNVhg5pVtaRgrQAzFw__FUhJS9sspMgDzouol6mVxRehJxcqusbcfzYTkyXSp3FLPrnPjbf_QUwXF1QK_hi27R9K9GpmtfD-/s320/366175066_10232382947453191_5858997725440277469_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">After almost a year, its finally time to sew! The Folkwear Poiret Cocoon Coat pattern consists of only two main pieces. But they are large!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Lining in two pieces.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjM_hzZP0_jw8Pcd81E7eKD1N-qvG_I_zV5BbAq0hDr_lokZNNW0GVQ-FA4lLbxrjNN8Ug_Os2QDDUAe_IjZGhZsafSeLlmGJIMape57jyythdR93mLtnOP-Dfo2gpc6DAhykRMjubQSHJz8uHK3DG81OM5crVHAQ4clVerd6-952dzsYyj7f6wHaLLhDqf/s2048/403613164_10233066914591942_2822532793769848021_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjM_hzZP0_jw8Pcd81E7eKD1N-qvG_I_zV5BbAq0hDr_lokZNNW0GVQ-FA4lLbxrjNN8Ug_Os2QDDUAe_IjZGhZsafSeLlmGJIMape57jyythdR93mLtnOP-Dfo2gpc6DAhykRMjubQSHJz8uHK3DG81OM5crVHAQ4clVerd6-952dzsYyj7f6wHaLLhDqf/s320/403613164_10233066914591942_2822532793769848021_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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That is repeated for both halves which are then sewn together at the center back. The steps are repeated for the lining.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUOxldW_H2yq38jauqkBKeVjBSPXDEeM-Zc9OY3O0TVTYgkcGEKH0Ov_i1RwU0f-RkTyN8-cQvM3J06njYP7sv3mlVNW7lKfXoUTStS9GSbrljaRiGcuwhf9_OSB1w_7BAt9NSrBDPSGAIVatErIv1SycWjEP9ixHFpFs2EQ1G7wTEW2_Dm0luGK6FlYEx/s2048/403607741_10233066918152031_8886269869656911961_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUOxldW_H2yq38jauqkBKeVjBSPXDEeM-Zc9OY3O0TVTYgkcGEKH0Ov_i1RwU0f-RkTyN8-cQvM3J06njYP7sv3mlVNW7lKfXoUTStS9GSbrljaRiGcuwhf9_OSB1w_7BAt9NSrBDPSGAIVatErIv1SycWjEP9ixHFpFs2EQ1G7wTEW2_Dm0luGK6FlYEx/s320/403607741_10233066918152031_8886269869656911961_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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The trim on the Holiday Voyage Barbie coat is very opulent and I wonder what it will take to give that same feel to my coat. I put it out to my social media friends: 4" width? or 5" width?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_mGdUZzsmI7bCCwelErSL-VCAcDBKn61Y9Bx6lkYg5XhFDwipBBf4zHY0miMamuHQT3_D1QREZrvVxheEliWiEQwL9LyXCEp6JkBwhuP-LJZ1GxRmPzmokKWcJEtZhYv7NHsmFD0rJl4VmxfOAy7GPl7Bk2nFqroAIqTQePCl0m4LFaHy6dIL9oUiVwYA/s2048/340444470_1195198977865823_8277790880083463890_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_mGdUZzsmI7bCCwelErSL-VCAcDBKn61Y9Bx6lkYg5XhFDwipBBf4zHY0miMamuHQT3_D1QREZrvVxheEliWiEQwL9LyXCEp6JkBwhuP-LJZ1GxRmPzmokKWcJEtZhYv7NHsmFD0rJl4VmxfOAy7GPl7Bk2nFqroAIqTQePCl0m4LFaHy6dIL9oUiVwYA/s320/340444470_1195198977865823_8277790880083463890_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDVs4kRdcBzNv-ZxI0syrkgX0zRgmkjR_XP_Iw4V9sMzW35hocw7p_Z0I256ObfqGlOxTVLmqmVPPTCjOgTaMRPUvsUmxYO2hbAs4uGqo0LZlCIqwTzhu7FGzWDc08UqZYHaZfxyQhAa28R-ne5UdIJxM3OLdrBI9w7NPrDuiYm0KxF45FJJYuVMyVs41g/s2048/405059875_10233080110521832_1365996898795023114_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDVs4kRdcBzNv-ZxI0syrkgX0zRgmkjR_XP_Iw4V9sMzW35hocw7p_Z0I256ObfqGlOxTVLmqmVPPTCjOgTaMRPUvsUmxYO2hbAs4uGqo0LZlCIqwTzhu7FGzWDc08UqZYHaZfxyQhAa28R-ne5UdIJxM3OLdrBI9w7NPrDuiYm0KxF45FJJYuVMyVs41g/s320/405059875_10233080110521832_1365996898795023114_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja2hmSIAVRF1cijdhqTR26FAIvf_gVpAx8ptxqP22hqpLGYRaG708flxkwilX19mjwPca5AGHnXGDeEL2nZxRreJiN-CKmriOke7pQG1IHQv0NoLKQvpCW_-WtAyq4mAYCohEPFLcBc20wDiNCfoEsnAQkREgKVt8ZhjCcSxrNsmSOf2BCLLduf4C8nx7N/s2048/405212261_10233080112241875_4493375076228308179_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja2hmSIAVRF1cijdhqTR26FAIvf_gVpAx8ptxqP22hqpLGYRaG708flxkwilX19mjwPca5AGHnXGDeEL2nZxRreJiN-CKmriOke7pQG1IHQv0NoLKQvpCW_-WtAyq4mAYCohEPFLcBc20wDiNCfoEsnAQkREgKVt8ZhjCcSxrNsmSOf2BCLLduf4C8nx7N/s320/405212261_10233080112241875_4493375076228308179_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">4" width is a solid winner and I prepare to cut my trim to width. An old sheet on the floor and a cleaned gardening table will, hopefully, ensure that I make a minimum amount of mess in the house.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5weaAqJqHibu_r0l1U20UfhESkKXk8ZCibQktdq9NQ6jCbsDZIz5Ggzk_pkdpZ-YScbGtY6aHyhspBkUzGC3fZE1lNpy8JGXcXly3fuqeoz8tlrJYkHH-A1Hi7hvgIKS6EYuYE43F2YB9mjnKvPK1Y22CVm83yqpP-rosgW9xzo8vz4SwZtysi5BSSrWd/s2048/404947600_10233080114121922_4122477870982679603_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5weaAqJqHibu_r0l1U20UfhESkKXk8ZCibQktdq9NQ6jCbsDZIz5Ggzk_pkdpZ-YScbGtY6aHyhspBkUzGC3fZE1lNpy8JGXcXly3fuqeoz8tlrJYkHH-A1Hi7hvgIKS6EYuYE43F2YB9mjnKvPK1Y22CVm83yqpP-rosgW9xzo8vz4SwZtysi5BSSrWd/s320/404947600_10233080114121922_4122477870982679603_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I measure my width with extra for seam allowances and mark and cut from the wrong side to minimize cutting the "fur" fibers. But the process is still messy. Thank goodness for the sheet!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9L0y6_QPFPL0fiKUPTPrhJdlA8VxR06bLTtoWfb3Mg2WDVHZg6Opsk7ynhDC9xL0T3q7S3wzQ3HADKPnybUvj22WWHVwxXJhS57omtGbW7d3NyjlYxOBYEsyMr9nQ7V8v_H1PtgQzrlj6hcTjau_ill-eMhsC6SOqBJWXEXW7V3KEsJPEi2yBZkz40R2A/s2048/405292563_10233080119402054_6696264193461428964_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9L0y6_QPFPL0fiKUPTPrhJdlA8VxR06bLTtoWfb3Mg2WDVHZg6Opsk7ynhDC9xL0T3q7S3wzQ3HADKPnybUvj22WWHVwxXJhS57omtGbW7d3NyjlYxOBYEsyMr9nQ7V8v_H1PtgQzrlj6hcTjau_ill-eMhsC6SOqBJWXEXW7V3KEsJPEi2yBZkz40R2A/s320/405292563_10233080119402054_6696264193461428964_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;">The opening left to turn the coat right side out, and the lining sewn to the sleeves, will now be hand stitched and the Holiday Voyage Barbie coat will be fnished!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>A Dream Comes True!</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">But that will have to wait as I have a dream coming true! After 184 weeks and 5 days I will finally be taking my dream voyage on the Queen Mary 2! This was a trip I had saved for and sold almost my complete costume wardrobe for and was to happen in May 2020. It was canceled when the world health crisis happened. That was to be a Transatlantic voyage from New York to Europe with time in London and Paris and I had my ticket to Fetes Galantes at Versailles in hand. But life has a way of changing and I've learned that looking forward is the best. My new voyage would still be out of New York but to 5 sun-drenched ports in the Eastern Caribbean - St. Kitts, St. Lucia, Dominica, Barbados and Tortola. Holiday Voyage Barbie and some of my 1930s wardrobe would be worn on the Queen Mary 2!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjn0bXheKQZSYw-wG4Bd__RATjyZXmkV1D1iqtCbCKKvQvvjjbf8UHKYaMkDj4rHmKara7m_TWc2TpumjtVnAt5qCqOoMvc7SmqlCTRrBncTsVJljh_qDkE4WrwAenDdDPyQ1h92vJ8Q-U7Nbd-VDXtvjT9onbMfJsu4bKW8VKMkLW0cNJ7q4O0R164GY8P/s1605/QueenMary2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1605" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjn0bXheKQZSYw-wG4Bd__RATjyZXmkV1D1iqtCbCKKvQvvjjbf8UHKYaMkDj4rHmKara7m_TWc2TpumjtVnAt5qCqOoMvc7SmqlCTRrBncTsVJljh_qDkE4WrwAenDdDPyQ1h92vJ8Q-U7Nbd-VDXtvjT9onbMfJsu4bKW8VKMkLW0cNJ7q4O0R164GY8P/s320/QueenMary2.jpg" width="215" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I'm now back home with a heart full of beautiful memories. I did wear some of the1930s creations I've sewn over the past few years and will share those makes in blog posts and videos over the coming months. I also wore some 1930s warm weather makes from the Art Deco weekend on the Queen Mary in California which was the start of this dream. I am thinking of making a blog post and video of the Queen Mary 2 and the ports I visited and costumes I wore if that is of interest. 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text-align: left;"><b>The Historical Sew Monthly - March 2023 - Focus on the Fabric</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Challenge: <span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Make something in which the fabric colour/ texture/print/material etc. is the central feature of the design.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">What the item is: 1920s Poiret Style Cocoon Coat</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">How it fits the Challenge: While the design of this coat has survived these past 100 years, the fabric of this particular coat was not only important for the impression I was recreating, but is the absolute star of this garment.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Material: Satin, velvet-flocked net overlay</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Pattern: Folkwear 503 Poiret Cocoon Coat</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Year: 1920s</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Notions: Faux fur trim, thread</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">How historically accurate is it? The pattern is very accurate, the materials were only to give the impression for the recreation.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Hours to complete: 14 hours</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">First worn: Voyage on the Queen Mary 2 (A once-in-a-lifetime trip and dream come true!)</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Total cost: $70</span></span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div>Jeanettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09186764620925579101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4439815537233502652.post-17753433222240582212023-10-31T15:10:00.007-04:002024-01-28T15:08:24.834-05:0018th Century Halloween Barbie Witch<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjP1dU_zoV_xdfiSn4mMmdWH-VU7V94Tit7wDvD9lJceWra6auzbII_imhZ3nMctO-qIXDCSSkcrc3AOWglQU1i8HIsd3WRachjkGVVZ4IvOIyEn-Fhhjjhpf5UIocqZVqU_yOcbl2MRp8zD12mzcjy-RxjlUJ957YRv4kpE4g5Srygt1jfl9i-b7htDBCw/s1280/HalloweenBarbieThumbnail.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjP1dU_zoV_xdfiSn4mMmdWH-VU7V94Tit7wDvD9lJceWra6auzbII_imhZ3nMctO-qIXDCSSkcrc3AOWglQU1i8HIsd3WRachjkGVVZ4IvOIyEn-Fhhjjhpf5UIocqZVqU_yOcbl2MRp8zD12mzcjy-RxjlUJ957YRv4kpE4g5Srygt1jfl9i-b7htDBCw/s320/HalloweenBarbieThumbnail.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">YouTube Companion Video: <a href="https://youtu.be/jIrI65Sva64" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/jIrI65Sva64</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">It's been great fun as a costumer to recreate life-sized versions of historically- and vintage-inspired fashion on Barbie dolls. 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Members had to be Gold or Platinum status to order the doll. Released on September 8, 2011 with the 1958 Original Barbie Face Sculpt (note the side eye) and the Silkstone Body Sculpt. Only 3,100 produced. 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The back of the box reads: "Favorite memories of all Hallow's Eve glow like the full moon. Ghostly goblins bob for apples, and the holiday lore is spine-tingling fun! While things go bump in the night, terrifying adorable trick-or-treaters roam the streets, ringing neighborhood doorbells. Will a bowl of wickedly wonderful Halloween Treats await? Barbie doll is the perfect Halloween hostess in her frightfully fabulous frock - in traditional Halloween colors of orange and black - an featuring silhouettes of cats and stars."</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Sadly, I'm not reading that from a Halloween Barbie that I own as the prices on the secondary market are also spine-tingling! On the Walmart website, $800.00 minus a nickle.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIhtlO07FI3onzUkEHU8ibdleRpsifxKV3MKRrQmw3ZtJPDx6ug2bXLBpUbdHC6O3woWlqeR0xLtxM-yBHFM1vIvhuQ_wzKwmbzE-AkQyKSpwk3_PomMQD5dmsCXKDXYOx7dIldu0mlkry7Qh3X51wTIdAHJnCKnMqu2IaM6wWXygDUue0YRDm5tw3ALM3/s1196/359846398_10232219495606997_7655245944769404951_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1196" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIhtlO07FI3onzUkEHU8ibdleRpsifxKV3MKRrQmw3ZtJPDx6ug2bXLBpUbdHC6O3woWlqeR0xLtxM-yBHFM1vIvhuQ_wzKwmbzE-AkQyKSpwk3_PomMQD5dmsCXKDXYOx7dIldu0mlkry7Qh3X51wTIdAHJnCKnMqu2IaM6wWXygDUue0YRDm5tw3ALM3/s320/359846398_10232219495606997_7655245944769404951_n.jpg" width="289" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">But some photos across the web allowed me to see other sides of an unboxed Halloween Barbie.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhK9JqZYv3mTd10EANxuTpmX6n3Bfv7oSgEpoJr8rZ04sCjst6dr1ddigLDOEmRzXu5Aood3fjBWy0edFnEjLo5Soby2SUH7vsQUwDRy6HJCV0aabkmXPSGTRlEjS-_KRWsDTd_Ud9MEi0uqss3P9NXmnWsTeOzexVf9dLghw7DluHU_XT-nGYFnDeMkccb/s500/363335384_10232382431440291_2510469312302935887_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhK9JqZYv3mTd10EANxuTpmX6n3Bfv7oSgEpoJr8rZ04sCjst6dr1ddigLDOEmRzXu5Aood3fjBWy0edFnEjLo5Soby2SUH7vsQUwDRy6HJCV0aabkmXPSGTRlEjS-_KRWsDTd_Ud9MEi0uqss3P9NXmnWsTeOzexVf9dLghw7DluHU_XT-nGYFnDeMkccb/s320/363335384_10232382431440291_2510469312302935887_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZxyNskKMvw6YKz4sdBkCPP1i5u3yscv9R3HZXT7c4YECPuO37kt6BMzx_OonX_tF7EQnxK7whoPXGxXoxF1X1xUOj2W0F1HqJucvWAKe7-n0SqEv6cTNdmM60VQOqDRsi45hvMRIt7zLKe-6biNXkRPT8A3PiDvoUQwUYVwqe0_5lizrVNPAD6kkcmVcq/s1638/366270363_10232382460801025_8899192972737048160_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1638" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZxyNskKMvw6YKz4sdBkCPP1i5u3yscv9R3HZXT7c4YECPuO37kt6BMzx_OonX_tF7EQnxK7whoPXGxXoxF1X1xUOj2W0F1HqJucvWAKe7-n0SqEv6cTNdmM60VQOqDRsi45hvMRIt7zLKe-6biNXkRPT8A3PiDvoUQwUYVwqe0_5lizrVNPAD6kkcmVcq/s320/366270363_10232382460801025_8899192972737048160_n.jpg" width="211" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Then who appears across my social media feed? Jacki of Fantastical Follies Costuming with a costumers collaboration idea. Her videos are always entertaining and I knew a collaboration would be exactly what I needed in my life right now.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi906pbQ5dYMBsDemGwQ1_-sZS4Ka020AIH0Dme03j48Zo0gotoJWuD3-fnAU6RA5Kxpu0L4P0mDYiUsswUnsIRKjnhlQC_9YdB49WYsNpttvgctPO7SevVHYdpnhs0sdnNk9_joE-PL6eHc2pAzI3H8j1skUxTnfreYYEkkKGTkoDwFWoI2leVFTv5zW7L/s1913/Screenshot%20(106).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="915" data-original-width="1913" height="153" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi906pbQ5dYMBsDemGwQ1_-sZS4Ka020AIH0Dme03j48Zo0gotoJWuD3-fnAU6RA5Kxpu0L4P0mDYiUsswUnsIRKjnhlQC_9YdB49WYsNpttvgctPO7SevVHYdpnhs0sdnNk9_joE-PL6eHc2pAzI3H8j1skUxTnfreYYEkkKGTkoDwFWoI2leVFTv5zW7L/s320/Screenshot%20(106).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@FantasticalFolliesCostuming" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@FantasticalFolliesCostuming</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Jacki proposes - #angelicathon. Scroop and Virgil's Fine Goods has released the Angelica Gown pattern and it looks incredible!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXoJyVGQqH3-lQ4DuWscPWVK9UeI9Ke9-h9Xcq2fc_lS2L0Uoj6lGdIujJ9O3vyHloSGFvD-OMd0MgqK8DqlzxfgyAMHADjQBrmc5L7fT-vH3-W9dMp83B2h5OE-0Tpjd51YXPzaO-uMHq1UHQxIseZDgG6M1kkp3EH8ILdJ30E9-mVlgrnfgBOzPxrwGg/s1916/Screenshot%20(105).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="934" data-original-width="1916" height="156" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXoJyVGQqH3-lQ4DuWscPWVK9UeI9Ke9-h9Xcq2fc_lS2L0Uoj6lGdIujJ9O3vyHloSGFvD-OMd0MgqK8DqlzxfgyAMHADjQBrmc5L7fT-vH3-W9dMp83B2h5OE-0Tpjd51YXPzaO-uMHq1UHQxIseZDgG6M1kkp3EH8ILdJ30E9-mVlgrnfgBOzPxrwGg/s320/Screenshot%20(105).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicNo956kjhfCimom1BHEQbuiDkGZEjUo2QCDBpUXyYFU-h5xZJhB2picDBx6Zr9vpXklmHvls-jOtlVP8l77nJI_R53_nVE83qa25xuTfokbLuZW2mzadLlr2OpiM5glLlisOqjFd4FLMyILZrEqHsglaFqm3GeoQqjXZ5Bcke-BSed5JKQuyOVUq0IVHW/s1350/359754725_10232219496287014_911936075461185373_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1350" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicNo956kjhfCimom1BHEQbuiDkGZEjUo2QCDBpUXyYFU-h5xZJhB2picDBx6Zr9vpXklmHvls-jOtlVP8l77nJI_R53_nVE83qa25xuTfokbLuZW2mzadLlr2OpiM5glLlisOqjFd4FLMyILZrEqHsglaFqm3GeoQqjXZ5Bcke-BSed5JKQuyOVUq0IVHW/s320/359754725_10232219496287014_911936075461185373_n.jpg" width="256" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.scrooppatterns.com/products/angelica-gown-1775-1790" target="_blank">https://www.scrooppatterns.com/products/angelica-gown-1775-1790</a><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlhJH0cWmInIGGDWl4VCAT_qxZvF-AX6qf5zg2T_rbKmM5rXv3senMYUqViK5_zja5v4JIpLyBIaMetCDSyJXWCe286iQvMq5J7KsMDtPru3odkFCsbnkKRNc_yOw7XQozb3EZDSKgZa51RNkUxw83bE6XLbzEkv7qQWl8NR0krTNrhDHbKb4_ezM6l6AR/s1024/366230688_10232382456120908_2160593472610963258_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="666" data-original-width="1024" height="208" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlhJH0cWmInIGGDWl4VCAT_qxZvF-AX6qf5zg2T_rbKmM5rXv3senMYUqViK5_zja5v4JIpLyBIaMetCDSyJXWCe286iQvMq5J7KsMDtPru3odkFCsbnkKRNc_yOw7XQozb3EZDSKgZa51RNkUxw83bE6XLbzEkv7qQWl8NR0krTNrhDHbKb4_ezM6l6AR/s320/366230688_10232382456120908_2160593472610963258_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">All of that skirt fabric and the open skirt front remind me so much of the Halloween Barbie doll and I jump on this collaboration with - 18th Century Halloween Barbie Witch. Forget that I have a queue of other projects with deadlines! I'm on this!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQtdnJ0smnmvmrh-yQR_dwsfNs0oIFcJq5XVZivc4vpzWk_uZaE_b6BlEXPZ6Bw5aHuEpMB9SF99_luE_qJd5wfGBUK3WFD4E1_BoV32JU7wGZfqUlodoJwcITAhjTzI1D3qiiKyn1QB-omBblgxLJg7IzdrCpRA4ECkdN3hvLde4MdbXf91RyUD1pZuUO/s677/393175063_10232920606894341_8600189426061185036_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="677" data-original-width="677" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQtdnJ0smnmvmrh-yQR_dwsfNs0oIFcJq5XVZivc4vpzWk_uZaE_b6BlEXPZ6Bw5aHuEpMB9SF99_luE_qJd5wfGBUK3WFD4E1_BoV32JU7wGZfqUlodoJwcITAhjTzI1D3qiiKyn1QB-omBblgxLJg7IzdrCpRA4ECkdN3hvLde4MdbXf91RyUD1pZuUO/s320/393175063_10232920606894341_8600189426061185036_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The Pattern</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The pattern was first offered in a full paper pattern with the release but is now only available as a pdf download. I purchase and begin to print.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiL-jKJrtr039CIbtIrGn0nibN6XVWYVCy3n5CmOJib_iqB-L0DQbljK9o5_gjvPgegZlADJQuTPqd8XA5-N-bKW-lpyVXCsH40hO4DJeka2GtbNeDll7rOPGEVuMu-fT_ca7yHYGNcjj05jy-zGoylJdjdaMhzUaCrGNFijdYFhcdgawlwN2g4rcUBCZTz/s1350/359754725_10232219496287014_911936075461185373_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1350" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiL-jKJrtr039CIbtIrGn0nibN6XVWYVCy3n5CmOJib_iqB-L0DQbljK9o5_gjvPgegZlADJQuTPqd8XA5-N-bKW-lpyVXCsH40hO4DJeka2GtbNeDll7rOPGEVuMu-fT_ca7yHYGNcjj05jy-zGoylJdjdaMhzUaCrGNFijdYFhcdgawlwN2g4rcUBCZTz/s320/359754725_10232219496287014_911936075461185373_n.jpg" width="256" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlRuuDzzmsoIrkYWYYXtqbWBIhWTkBCF3Zha3hOcyjg3KpZt_oAVH1egdvuKi-G2VfmpaJHhCPji0RZCSxXWMSzZJbbXE81qcyRioO3J4fwyclR0jf9VT_xzZ7GlpPVG7x2YYR-10YXXvAKRWwCPtZXFmSxzuC6BPYCMvEk5umKXLNhMRW0fcjUDc_z9G1/s2048/382471467_10232737560318291_4715451268132297963_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlRuuDzzmsoIrkYWYYXtqbWBIhWTkBCF3Zha3hOcyjg3KpZt_oAVH1egdvuKi-G2VfmpaJHhCPji0RZCSxXWMSzZJbbXE81qcyRioO3J4fwyclR0jf9VT_xzZ7GlpPVG7x2YYR-10YXXvAKRWwCPtZXFmSxzuC6BPYCMvEk5umKXLNhMRW0fcjUDc_z9G1/s320/382471467_10232737560318291_4715451268132297963_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In addition to the 54 pages for the pattern itself, there are 48 or so pages of printing instructions, sewing instructions including historically accurate techniques and tips, and fitting and pattern adjustments. It's truly an amazing amount of information especially for an 18th century novice like me.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6YAv26bMpub5iLycIuwahPCXuMnxDqTCSYqPavF7m_AsBhIR7K7GfyZyPKPVF37woykKtASReOKg_LeZeiFNCwC_xwBX9tgKpVFEqKlIE4ASL9QA8kDLQ5PeMUTCiThOg0nNgZqlvXGxzoIHT19Ci88lx8v075wrvqWrSfnwHQTO6QPtS-10TWxdB4QoG/s2048/395380916_10232953269070875_1155619567460035676_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6YAv26bMpub5iLycIuwahPCXuMnxDqTCSYqPavF7m_AsBhIR7K7GfyZyPKPVF37woykKtASReOKg_LeZeiFNCwC_xwBX9tgKpVFEqKlIE4ASL9QA8kDLQ5PeMUTCiThOg0nNgZqlvXGxzoIHT19Ci88lx8v075wrvqWrSfnwHQTO6QPtS-10TWxdB4QoG/s320/395380916_10232953269070875_1155619567460035676_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I usually download pdf patterns to my phone and attach them to an order for shop printing or print them myself through my wireless printer. For this I used my wireless printer and had only one teeny glitsch when pattern block 5F didn't receive it's full instructions. The page is located on my phone and reprinted perfectly.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTpb0d81TdIYLyUTMyLrNPDM3zfVwo06a4pO3RXRcS0HgZoptuAG2KyD8eLNcybvcM6VEUsmF4zvgs-52NTa03YpLiCBtfsJdNf_FXC563X0U79Gs51LLqZzR1QTiKyMGVdGyPJ0UTTWKPOSnpWZd4mXV9iTa8C78ySoYYIqQthalfpeV8Ohp-RX22Qbz4/s2048/383782359_10232737561798328_4074978104200496190_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTpb0d81TdIYLyUTMyLrNPDM3zfVwo06a4pO3RXRcS0HgZoptuAG2KyD8eLNcybvcM6VEUsmF4zvgs-52NTa03YpLiCBtfsJdNf_FXC563X0U79Gs51LLqZzR1QTiKyMGVdGyPJ0UTTWKPOSnpWZd4mXV9iTa8C78ySoYYIqQthalfpeV8Ohp-RX22Qbz4/s320/383782359_10232737561798328_4074978104200496190_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Now to assemble the pattern. I cut off the lower and right edges and assemble from the lower right corner. I only lightly tape, cut off pattern pieces as I see them complete, then firmly tape as necessary. Still, this pattern requires my working on the floor. Tasha Puppy thinks floor time is play time but she sweetly curls up to the door and all pages remain unscathed. She is such a companion and protector and I decide to forego the cats on the Halloween Barbie doll inspiration and dedicate my gown to Tasha Puppy, my German Shepherd Dog.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixjoLNaCLSwnGe8XPTEumSaZo_Cx_MUZYSv7q8LaLvUwIvNDhjNdtE0OLc5cUztckcG9q0uaGMGPkkty0b4IB2kPuigMtr4AZNfkL27k03zDaDKXzLx9T6rkG2DkQrNeY1LtltM-AmgOnfuRjyiKkmV5-TfhXwBIWRVfcWKrmaz0H1IxEvqo6sbcTzORM-/s2048/383354910_10232737562638349_5572795233021899285_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixjoLNaCLSwnGe8XPTEumSaZo_Cx_MUZYSv7q8LaLvUwIvNDhjNdtE0OLc5cUztckcG9q0uaGMGPkkty0b4IB2kPuigMtr4AZNfkL27k03zDaDKXzLx9T6rkG2DkQrNeY1LtltM-AmgOnfuRjyiKkmV5-TfhXwBIWRVfcWKrmaz0H1IxEvqo6sbcTzORM-/s320/383354910_10232737562638349_5572795233021899285_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQc-xkoUfkBs9JKMvwQ6atrM8BSmWA3Hau6K0VGZL5lR9FI3iBY1PKIoASx1jOhNzDXkvMe8W4hsBH2I_cY8ecKtX91_oX6i9sT5QGbV_ixsWMtUF7M3SjPEDxifyzS9AymA6Gk92wAMvw_vX0WDdv7M5B1X27ALyaurJPd0YgcIhDt6UarNyrXL19kuib/s1440/382239043_10232737548277990_6755198213487702732_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1440" data-original-width="1440" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQc-xkoUfkBs9JKMvwQ6atrM8BSmWA3Hau6K0VGZL5lR9FI3iBY1PKIoASx1jOhNzDXkvMe8W4hsBH2I_cY8ecKtX91_oX6i9sT5QGbV_ixsWMtUF7M3SjPEDxifyzS9AymA6Gk92wAMvw_vX0WDdv7M5B1X27ALyaurJPd0YgcIhDt6UarNyrXL19kuib/s320/382239043_10232737548277990_6755198213487702732_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihc0MmZhfZRkktnWIkjH8mYENXmGtwXvVGopRq4zAj6K_G1BiJWp8J-53dHXOr34CTWq80id9C8La1HtX1oGyQhdLnibn_OIrOjIVzsCs9RrzQYazvq8JW8oW9e422q26AFqF9-bqBp4tB15d5_ojKxJXDp92kyCRgjY109nEuO6asWHtcYFgniiS3096o/s1080/71564950_10221289504444049_2434083521422163968_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihc0MmZhfZRkktnWIkjH8mYENXmGtwXvVGopRq4zAj6K_G1BiJWp8J-53dHXOr34CTWq80id9C8La1HtX1oGyQhdLnibn_OIrOjIVzsCs9RrzQYazvq8JW8oW9e422q26AFqF9-bqBp4tB15d5_ojKxJXDp92kyCRgjY109nEuO6asWHtcYFgniiS3096o/s320/71564950_10221289504444049_2434083521422163968_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWaD0qBDcfp3mKaSHhUJXSVJq_0LrBsUdqj2YlWQT-aHfyW1b9uHsCCNd3cSLtsvs6DnLCrK4CI6XQ9bpELmA5575xULycRYv1zi7TCcwljAy1kMPaSiJcnV8kVUZBikwJkFnAoRwyNf8-18RU4KvPj9AmIBnYHNdgb7XBITsk0fYI7quQ0-a9irmaGCk0/s386/391716420_10232880415809589_3858482493819041491_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="386" data-original-width="320" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWaD0qBDcfp3mKaSHhUJXSVJq_0LrBsUdqj2YlWQT-aHfyW1b9uHsCCNd3cSLtsvs6DnLCrK4CI6XQ9bpELmA5575xULycRYv1zi7TCcwljAy1kMPaSiJcnV8kVUZBikwJkFnAoRwyNf8-18RU4KvPj9AmIBnYHNdgb7XBITsk0fYI7quQ0-a9irmaGCk0/s320/391716420_10232880415809589_3858482493819041491_n.jpg" width="265" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The Fabric</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Now that I have a pattern and know the yardage required I can source fabric. I've seen costumers with their gorgeous silk taffeta gowns billowing behind them as they glide down cobblestone walkways. And I begin with what I know to be a good silk taffeta source with a wide range of colors - Silk Baron. There it is! Firesand. A perfect orange and gold that will glisten in the sunshine! But this is a learning piece and a wearable mock-up and more of an investment that I care to make at $30 a yard.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbKDNCK2OadIksyIpu7qmwvYn8Xwe4ZDrbP4BTRYgtfpZvPtyfs-xv6SqugRH915rDY_6DbxHtgE5fwlEScovWONirhfwADJClRdKAodtsHL_p7nP0jHhT7R3pBngmdKOpR1XgF_1g-7SaoQTHIZ1v4lRUUpENRgA33biF3FPJvuJzBDlRCh-jEHXMEove/s1080/366290460_10232382461161034_7451898971269865176_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="872" data-original-width="1080" height="258" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbKDNCK2OadIksyIpu7qmwvYn8Xwe4ZDrbP4BTRYgtfpZvPtyfs-xv6SqugRH915rDY_6DbxHtgE5fwlEScovWONirhfwADJClRdKAodtsHL_p7nP0jHhT7R3pBngmdKOpR1XgF_1g-7SaoQTHIZ1v4lRUUpENRgA33biF3FPJvuJzBDlRCh-jEHXMEove/s320/366290460_10232382461161034_7451898971269865176_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.silkbaron.com/" target="_blank">https://www.silkbaron.com/</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I find a very acceptable man-made option at fabulessfabrics on etsy at $9.95 a yard.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrIYmlV4CXlvvjtUtUjGfli17xw1thLnEzPgxdcWI2bRwP5YEy6MTCxxsKBOR32oX91iC5eAFu02Pdq3ON0LmC7t6DG7fMNtvY72T1x3fvPE-wApdTI57cZCLAkRO_KfepFrCaPM6uZszv5TA2ChkHTkbtbHK4qTVBP6H0V_lmKTh4BiIp3Zrx1_E-BwOC/s1080/363791944_10232298058011008_1772557567054139987_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrIYmlV4CXlvvjtUtUjGfli17xw1thLnEzPgxdcWI2bRwP5YEy6MTCxxsKBOR32oX91iC5eAFu02Pdq3ON0LmC7t6DG7fMNtvY72T1x3fvPE-wApdTI57cZCLAkRO_KfepFrCaPM6uZszv5TA2ChkHTkbtbHK4qTVBP6H0V_lmKTh4BiIp3Zrx1_E-BwOC/s320/363791944_10232298058011008_1772557567054139987_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/market/fabuless_fabrics" target="_blank">https://www.etsy.com/market/fabuless_fabrics</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I've purchased from this vendor before for The Supreme Witch and was very satisfied with their service and products. So Sun Orange from fabulessfabrics it is! Although I still dream of the silk taffeta from Silk Baron for a special event....some day.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiW0F2O3bVldivovpGRNcVW7XLWrxwyvZ_Morg2TSNWiL12tq-ba0CUQ5Ocf3myaK-yjuUVHV13S5MvIloBAdGOa9xQ9RlhRANMvKr4ICSJrnaWdbQc44uB5kGcWzzLJFVAUbW6wEp7dWGHkDPlpYEuDAwtZww2U_zGzSugk_iEt01nUW8h8bY1FcF-0mJ7/s1080/363387272_10232298058451019_5148973595766693328_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiW0F2O3bVldivovpGRNcVW7XLWrxwyvZ_Morg2TSNWiL12tq-ba0CUQ5Ocf3myaK-yjuUVHV13S5MvIloBAdGOa9xQ9RlhRANMvKr4ICSJrnaWdbQc44uB5kGcWzzLJFVAUbW6wEp7dWGHkDPlpYEuDAwtZww2U_zGzSugk_iEt01nUW8h8bY1FcF-0mJ7/s320/363387272_10232298058451019_5148973595766693328_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The fabric arrives. It has a beautiful drape and changeable color. I'm thrilled!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7d9WFwRAqENIpftvSxLWLGEFkPZit_oht8rEX_aiT5jnANoH7wgagwkyzW02PmC9ID-cQoE0hSOaf3YlbW6Wlj0kNp1nU0feDXnaBhBi7YuV3d7quy39rWRw28W1ARn3wBbTwTxD_KI7wG_5fDaogKc4DuDHZP0PXdYgPN0JLo_lvRDMkuxaB8AJIt4nj/s2048/382384936_10232760522492331_5953886646586594026_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7d9WFwRAqENIpftvSxLWLGEFkPZit_oht8rEX_aiT5jnANoH7wgagwkyzW02PmC9ID-cQoE0hSOaf3YlbW6Wlj0kNp1nU0feDXnaBhBi7YuV3d7quy39rWRw28W1ARn3wBbTwTxD_KI7wG_5fDaogKc4DuDHZP0PXdYgPN0JLo_lvRDMkuxaB8AJIt4nj/s320/382384936_10232760522492331_5953886646586594026_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">There is some black lace in the stash which gives a witchy vibe and some black satin ribbon.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAwBjnJ8r6xiljQsyCGmzE7T6Jm-Q5vj4whX7QWa6GSF9eKcavHMomzJtvxyBoMWbvv40C0kF8Az3dYlARdXMjMxwj_Vfp7kEJQ2T_AP9Zo3madK1aNhYlXX1qqqSyQGdDoLTFpOM2EciXJZdcpJu77feur_Fl-Yti0wNgQ_0hE3FlVlJjZmv7H2S2b3-D/s2048/393696043_10232920437130097_7380712810245532245_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAwBjnJ8r6xiljQsyCGmzE7T6Jm-Q5vj4whX7QWa6GSF9eKcavHMomzJtvxyBoMWbvv40C0kF8Az3dYlARdXMjMxwj_Vfp7kEJQ2T_AP9Zo3madK1aNhYlXX1qqqSyQGdDoLTFpOM2EciXJZdcpJu77feur_Fl-Yti0wNgQ_0hE3FlVlJjZmv7H2S2b3-D/s320/393696043_10232920437130097_7380712810245532245_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">All I need from my local fabric store is a bit of black tulle with silver sparkles and a bit of orange tulle for the hat.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGOZKsgJHiiA6oX1Z7Sbxsijvu4nbzVPMupsuvkSzTk00a7js4KEHqU2EPbdQ7pndMXMXiWA_pXAk08JDoSZ6EaSp-GJRI1mkWJtk096RdwxBKQSRoMPgrfHIBdA2V3Aaxr2T6pIdk9We_vrt_gq-q7l9wJBQKgO-S2fbiyipN1nViFAEaHw2vAePd6tj1/s2048/362931435_10232298036090460_4285968607034458832_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGOZKsgJHiiA6oX1Z7Sbxsijvu4nbzVPMupsuvkSzTk00a7js4KEHqU2EPbdQ7pndMXMXiWA_pXAk08JDoSZ6EaSp-GJRI1mkWJtk096RdwxBKQSRoMPgrfHIBdA2V3Aaxr2T6pIdk9We_vrt_gq-q7l9wJBQKgO-S2fbiyipN1nViFAEaHw2vAePd6tj1/s320/362931435_10232298036090460_4285968607034458832_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><b>The Frances Rump</b><p></p><p>The Angelica Gown is dated 1775 - 1790. To create the full-bottomed, round-hipped shape of 1775-1787 or the back-focused silhouette of 1785 to 1795, Scroop offers a free downloadable pattern for The Frances Rump. I choose to go all out with the full-bottomed beauty.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNhG49aBbfxo7ffloqEMrkH_U2DLiRCP4o-W60XXeK2pc9lW0QUBH6FpelkdjuDhqAV0Nmv4IK9y9fOTTIw3rIvQTgiHlueXzPEbgags14s2y-Xk_h0yrYZc1IZhd9S8DppCgNP5Tm5mUKpTsHzYlt82Ojkv7NeC-QgR91N66OtkjDym5ywgEnboIutCg-/s2038/382335957_10232737568478495_8343963509542051297_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2038" data-original-width="1951" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNhG49aBbfxo7ffloqEMrkH_U2DLiRCP4o-W60XXeK2pc9lW0QUBH6FpelkdjuDhqAV0Nmv4IK9y9fOTTIw3rIvQTgiHlueXzPEbgags14s2y-Xk_h0yrYZc1IZhd9S8DppCgNP5Tm5mUKpTsHzYlt82Ojkv7NeC-QgR91N66OtkjDym5ywgEnboIutCg-/s320/382335957_10232737568478495_8343963509542051297_n.jpg" width="306" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Time to dress the dressform in what few 18th century undergarments I've made up 'til now.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjinyYR6yoofM6OtaCxPuPJipGChn7fOaiiXi4kpLHR4radO6Ep4w0Eu_JWVhuOtji7p4IIE7FHNjwFWUdrx8BmAUBTPVKzEqYq3YNCofmAYzoNlCV1GG8Dp1afj_cFJXZgh4IwKAcqlPgcvN4AyjZ11Xo6VYkDlgAYf7zW4gbHNtV9OqUvXHhSW_wz9yG5/s960/382973121_10232759761673311_5498026068279776773_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjinyYR6yoofM6OtaCxPuPJipGChn7fOaiiXi4kpLHR4radO6Ep4w0Eu_JWVhuOtji7p4IIE7FHNjwFWUdrx8BmAUBTPVKzEqYq3YNCofmAYzoNlCV1GG8Dp1afj_cFJXZgh4IwKAcqlPgcvN4AyjZ11Xo6VYkDlgAYf7zW4gbHNtV9OqUvXHhSW_wz9yG5/s320/382973121_10232759761673311_5498026068279776773_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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I have a Haunted Mansion petticoat made for an event and I was thinking I would use it for this project. The silhouette created by the new Frances Rump is definitely full-bottomed and round-hipped as described in the pattern.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDbtZu5ers1kG2Dkn-yAxY6H6KK_kiyC_Cn7zxV5GjmFOJc1mwZPZqr5MGD2d61w9cdJWAa4-63q_loUZkPSaxFnN0zf02GkwjKwN9iP9EHoXdtkELGCZb8DMTWjFTBn0cyAXl0gj0N1Xm4Qf0jPH_Nch2FkGxk2YAZGi86a7Ke-wZVD2lGLFmOnjE4DWu/s960/382988200_10232759776353678_7231354729291837813_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDbtZu5ers1kG2Dkn-yAxY6H6KK_kiyC_Cn7zxV5GjmFOJc1mwZPZqr5MGD2d61w9cdJWAa4-63q_loUZkPSaxFnN0zf02GkwjKwN9iP9EHoXdtkELGCZb8DMTWjFTBn0cyAXl0gj0N1Xm4Qf0jPH_Nch2FkGxk2YAZGi86a7Ke-wZVD2lGLFmOnjE4DWu/s320/382988200_10232759776353678_7231354729291837813_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCZgJeAMF82m1CnQfosDqaRzMTYMDLpXtdisEMNRJDbJyZOmtDA_UWTnLDqgHyLeZQ0N1-dCL19gh72wx9p6CWmQJSdnveFG9Lu174Qk_eDXy6jg9nIODbQAJ2BGZRctAGy2bVqMpsBrZCAeKMuM3XMz-F6vV87cqswiz-0h2wvHsJV5oC326aPBplqthn/s960/382993787_10232759777153698_3051512207052755965_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCZgJeAMF82m1CnQfosDqaRzMTYMDLpXtdisEMNRJDbJyZOmtDA_UWTnLDqgHyLeZQ0N1-dCL19gh72wx9p6CWmQJSdnveFG9Lu174Qk_eDXy6jg9nIODbQAJ2BGZRctAGy2bVqMpsBrZCAeKMuM3XMz-F6vV87cqswiz-0h2wvHsJV5oC326aPBplqthn/s320/382993787_10232759777153698_3051512207052755965_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi_xAVLiFi2jEGYv2STRiBjMBqBWnXHmfTudEdLGgTUzHlx3X6a5Ih5GQBzBAhfhOuM3JgRNjum7mPObNs84rmO_8hvIuFcaPFPWrHFf-T1wuVxOdSsQ2ultfgp8pHrixVHBhNtRnMM7HIVoH9NvD-y__L5qh-MqBSv5rg-Soih8LqHfn5IUJQIRMmFSCq/s960/384260978_10232759777593709_209904579104085277_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi_xAVLiFi2jEGYv2STRiBjMBqBWnXHmfTudEdLGgTUzHlx3X6a5Ih5GQBzBAhfhOuM3JgRNjum7mPObNs84rmO_8hvIuFcaPFPWrHFf-T1wuVxOdSsQ2ultfgp8pHrixVHBhNtRnMM7HIVoH9NvD-y__L5qh-MqBSv5rg-Soih8LqHfn5IUJQIRMmFSCq/s320/384260978_10232759777593709_209904579104085277_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">But I changed my mind and used the back of a petticoat I had made for another fun project. It's a nice black costume satin and I have some scraps left which will be a perfect use for part of this project as well.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbwkLfUQ61P3If41yInWolF64RsmqGLLq2aRkDWoKy15JnhNKW-TWmIm2ie5g1vlpYWHC0YFTJ0TC3Bo-n91p8fmFExG7fcmacEmMXoOrieTZROD6S8gzYmIZ8OfQeGX-pSQo2JihdF7YwUcTpJMPQ65D5fGp-7iI6ivO8qouYdLzqM1mdsTNzjd7M40Yz/s2048/393222843_10232920444570283_878937477099240597_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbwkLfUQ61P3If41yInWolF64RsmqGLLq2aRkDWoKy15JnhNKW-TWmIm2ie5g1vlpYWHC0YFTJ0TC3Bo-n91p8fmFExG7fcmacEmMXoOrieTZROD6S8gzYmIZ8OfQeGX-pSQo2JihdF7YwUcTpJMPQ65D5fGp-7iI6ivO8qouYdLzqM1mdsTNzjd7M40Yz/s320/393222843_10232920444570283_878937477099240597_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">If the wind blows and the back of my petticoat shows, there are cute hearts to see. Which inspires another part of this project.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvjQaXNZ8DydBL5svEcOofIpPZcY55a_WhPzaucDjky381OP-FPWBrvUtswRpMX8rEQ4KBXWh9Q6HLhzCl2XeitcgfKuy5-EVwD6ziFpFcDB6uy8Iz-15ETuWBqxJlIcPaFObYXBed4T84jD57EcVneiOaqfMhmY3QKhoFb9v1PhDKbc3X5Sxbo4U3eJvy/s2048/393310628_10232920445730312_4050466940077925509_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvjQaXNZ8DydBL5svEcOofIpPZcY55a_WhPzaucDjky381OP-FPWBrvUtswRpMX8rEQ4KBXWh9Q6HLhzCl2XeitcgfKuy5-EVwD6ziFpFcDB6uy8Iz-15ETuWBqxJlIcPaFObYXBed4T84jD57EcVneiOaqfMhmY3QKhoFb9v1PhDKbc3X5Sxbo4U3eJvy/s320/393310628_10232920445730312_4050466940077925509_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I'm ready to begin my Angelica Gown Halloween Barbie Witch!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The Bodice</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I began my Angelica Gown with a thorough study of the instructions. I will use a machine sewing where I can and I make notes. There are a few shortcuts I will take as well as a few items being done out of order. So the following diary is not a true following of the pattern instructions which are extremely thorough and well written. I can see this as the first of many patterns I will purchase and use from this company. I have chosen View B which has a longer sloped V at the front, a two-panel back, and a slight train. All pieces in the pattern can be mixed and matched.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-hgLjZBc6x5UWy5mjs5Kj4YMHIXy_V5TkVIOETSrOfiNRkgFcu3SMbdE-01r7UwT0MHmLIsBDY9A_Jb76apdxWCCxfOcjHQFQ9XcQC4sN1g-2idwiJhS6nZayk_tbn7rWRoIZ4mstw-yb_KE9jHn7KOxxMljWUBzCvWm8GJVAlq0lD0D1ZdzRdafMpnbp/s1350/359754725_10232219496287014_911936075461185373_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1350" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-hgLjZBc6x5UWy5mjs5Kj4YMHIXy_V5TkVIOETSrOfiNRkgFcu3SMbdE-01r7UwT0MHmLIsBDY9A_Jb76apdxWCCxfOcjHQFQ9XcQC4sN1g-2idwiJhS6nZayk_tbn7rWRoIZ4mstw-yb_KE9jHn7KOxxMljWUBzCvWm8GJVAlq0lD0D1ZdzRdafMpnbp/s320/359754725_10232219496287014_911936075461185373_n.jpg" width="256" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The View B bodice consists of a front, side, shoulder strap, and back.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirKiJaxn0M5VpmbxKCsX3S-vOfaz6WplSOeQKXrkfM7bCA0fsSLCCdm8jMovzFPR8RezIiuyDejEsJ4MWgsiwFBsq5QweSzwykF03P0r3vsvaCUhYNMbb7-HDo1ljLI7SGU7EfhiNv0zHhKxuwwv0aSPXuWHVRdCi8el7O7jC7g4mZxgYQ6dyDhTLXMcef/s2048/383488450_10232737571798578_4787783780002063685_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirKiJaxn0M5VpmbxKCsX3S-vOfaz6WplSOeQKXrkfM7bCA0fsSLCCdm8jMovzFPR8RezIiuyDejEsJ4MWgsiwFBsq5QweSzwykF03P0r3vsvaCUhYNMbb7-HDo1ljLI7SGU7EfhiNv0zHhKxuwwv0aSPXuWHVRdCi8el7O7jC7g4mZxgYQ6dyDhTLXMcef/s320/383488450_10232737571798578_4787783780002063685_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I cut the bodice lining from a white cotton.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc4m3YIWNfvvGe6NVyHDdbZOsJHrw-VO-dJViPhpujeQDnA6Qbl3-6IN6QLkvGPlJydpu7OiG2hSGG4OBmfX7RKn4fzQhPizPxafTbpTpDSsp8iOoj8Lf2NXZC_D0SlNlWHQNL9ysQAfYWZBH75CYWkzzpAPPe5ESzJNgwytWP9su5L0P6qBkheKNO4X0E/s2048/381448941_10232737570638549_2633392757151381762_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc4m3YIWNfvvGe6NVyHDdbZOsJHrw-VO-dJViPhpujeQDnA6Qbl3-6IN6QLkvGPlJydpu7OiG2hSGG4OBmfX7RKn4fzQhPizPxafTbpTpDSsp8iOoj8Lf2NXZC_D0SlNlWHQNL9ysQAfYWZBH75CYWkzzpAPPe5ESzJNgwytWP9su5L0P6qBkheKNO4X0E/s320/381448941_10232737570638549_2633392757151381762_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">There is a one-piece sleeve with a dart.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGU6i5-qoLzrpArBJl6OTSGXs5EjQhrGsW9E7MCDOqiPEYLL69IKooIjaKmVnQOQscR-rt54nHNrgZSpyn0DBFeh4lI6BSdEXISR3wcadDVAVVNUwMMZ5gw0iadRfq3-LCeFlaPtgQl8KuutS45dOKAa4AxXyUb-6ZyB5HUuPm-Q-0DVW26OHeMufvm7aW/s2048/384671915_10232737572518596_6456447125336030039_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGU6i5-qoLzrpArBJl6OTSGXs5EjQhrGsW9E7MCDOqiPEYLL69IKooIjaKmVnQOQscR-rt54nHNrgZSpyn0DBFeh4lI6BSdEXISR3wcadDVAVVNUwMMZ5gw0iadRfq3-LCeFlaPtgQl8KuutS45dOKAa4AxXyUb-6ZyB5HUuPm-Q-0DVW26OHeMufvm7aW/s320/384671915_10232737572518596_6456447125336030039_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div>I cut the sleeve lining from the white cotton.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_WlrStperpg4-lfHQAqbIh4lkcPQ6XLqO7YanQ6h1W6v0mft0vtrV-mRUW-m6-GxOGcLpp_AFdzK5RXNtpaMgNvrXOUm-TADGTjWfK7w3cu6JKXDVuf3ghejjSc1C6e17QxfiTHxAjlHd8Wi6bs2aV4qmJWC4j88uROSkgAj5EoKySaJVUd4T3HcmKrnF/s2048/383208762_10232737573518621_2993155941717481797_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_WlrStperpg4-lfHQAqbIh4lkcPQ6XLqO7YanQ6h1W6v0mft0vtrV-mRUW-m6-GxOGcLpp_AFdzK5RXNtpaMgNvrXOUm-TADGTjWfK7w3cu6JKXDVuf3ghejjSc1C6e17QxfiTHxAjlHd8Wi6bs2aV4qmJWC4j88uROSkgAj5EoKySaJVUd4T3HcmKrnF/s320/383208762_10232737573518621_2993155941717481797_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The remaining bodice pattern pieces are a lower front trim, and the templates for the eyelets.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRyIkJdfKw1639Wc4vD9_0l5WKLg_GSXdkX5yO7io-FqWU4B9EaWAW_5U7uJViRZO0iaMeg-quW0X_NJYRfVPlu8ltc2Scuujev1svUMRBhwhnHd_bak2iMLjdqcy-Pi1BN_6KxnntYe_IRYz2Qk4_8cepp-Kbw-nHJ2F4tD6quUVSAhrr-oafTbUe2d-D/s2048/382980052_10232737574598648_5372845574033245576_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRyIkJdfKw1639Wc4vD9_0l5WKLg_GSXdkX5yO7io-FqWU4B9EaWAW_5U7uJViRZO0iaMeg-quW0X_NJYRfVPlu8ltc2Scuujev1svUMRBhwhnHd_bak2iMLjdqcy-Pi1BN_6KxnntYe_IRYz2Qk4_8cepp-Kbw-nHJ2F4tD6quUVSAhrr-oafTbUe2d-D/s320/382980052_10232737574598648_5372845574033245576_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">All pieces are cut from the fabric including the bodice trim.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuei9NXZkjEEAqMhCBfQtnpjAFiTv30RmE6RFRPGS2PX3RMJDGGiPh9XssAnOiKXsYijZw_BxJiGCIsm8wshuV6ZLrb3RiybbUvjvN4mfIrQTpMF-CWOaWjTgRVXpj3G89yij64o83YWHpjXsxePIHe1gF883tqV7n17GiynzXKog6mfO5brvRng2zqn4A/s2048/393357856_10232920396569083_1977071126447179349_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuei9NXZkjEEAqMhCBfQtnpjAFiTv30RmE6RFRPGS2PX3RMJDGGiPh9XssAnOiKXsYijZw_BxJiGCIsm8wshuV6ZLrb3RiybbUvjvN4mfIrQTpMF-CWOaWjTgRVXpj3G89yij64o83YWHpjXsxePIHe1gF883tqV7n17GiynzXKog6mfO5brvRng2zqn4A/s320/393357856_10232920396569083_1977071126447179349_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;">I did not make a perfect mock-up for this gown. A quick pin and fit of the lining told me it was a good start so I move forward. I've sewn the lining front as directed and inserted metal eyelets for lacing.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguX0cyfQK5NsWN0LMv6p2POY24BlZN6_J3CaASgG04rgSyDGrag6djh_i7z0sjx7ja2O-rlfa5mYiyRLEhcVFWdx4_hFbihIwmG4bmdGEgMQ2Pwm1lWwdq115qr4h86zaVBuJm-BuZPFP6VCo1KPFJkGJEGJ5XGHZhWwoFpQ5wC1x6siPbJ9Jopwpcaw_d/s2048/393699182_10232920416529582_2000278452917215336_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguX0cyfQK5NsWN0LMv6p2POY24BlZN6_J3CaASgG04rgSyDGrag6djh_i7z0sjx7ja2O-rlfa5mYiyRLEhcVFWdx4_hFbihIwmG4bmdGEgMQ2Pwm1lWwdq115qr4h86zaVBuJm-BuZPFP6VCo1KPFJkGJEGJ5XGHZhWwoFpQ5wC1x6siPbJ9Jopwpcaw_d/s320/393699182_10232920416529582_2000278452917215336_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I use heavy duty cable ties for the front and back boning. They are cut to length, the ends rounded, and inserted in the front channels. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHw3vZsSIDXAL1jCOS4xQhpK71wHm6oCuO2nDO18AIhQzuoTmtwV0jOklfpuiKNKIuc6Jl1t8ayfTVGvj2ELTfCllt-j1VdpjkyPybQasfeG7TBQ-bHgOvCvA6-9yYX70O7xn35fCAntKpxLK9zz6whPjcAo-BdLCcOvbp-ObeL1jIXFMPw9_WWS1_VUp4/s2048/392947632_10232920415649560_6269928810740270481_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHw3vZsSIDXAL1jCOS4xQhpK71wHm6oCuO2nDO18AIhQzuoTmtwV0jOklfpuiKNKIuc6Jl1t8ayfTVGvj2ELTfCllt-j1VdpjkyPybQasfeG7TBQ-bHgOvCvA6-9yYX70O7xn35fCAntKpxLK9zz6whPjcAo-BdLCcOvbp-ObeL1jIXFMPw9_WWS1_VUp4/s320/392947632_10232920415649560_6269928810740270481_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This is also where I made a drastic shift from the instructions. I will use the machine sewn center back seam allowances for my boning channels. When I construct corsets I use a method where the lining and fashion fabric are sewn with the lining pieces right sides together matching the leading edge. The same for the fashion fabric. Then the seam is machine sewn. The lining and fashion fabric are then turned and pressed and the process repeated. This encases the seam allowances and can also be used to create boning channels with more stitching, but does not easily allow for any adjustments later. So not according to the directions, most likely not historically accurate, but quick for me for this project.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiK5fjRLegffKr-Lj4_sq5_9gPylUTmjBaXjE2q_2RvovACDlCbvZiMuUvPuZuqoqzZi5ybaltYtKE5OTQOF0s-geZDocE2tSVRNjV4kudoddKocT0JfliYmZwOGEt8Jq1GsY5YCNn-wWrQHqh_xw2ipR9l2nUCXFLcuOqR_4ONScSEusE5kMUx47fN66XZ/s2048/393304420_10232920426329827_839254400222519145_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiK5fjRLegffKr-Lj4_sq5_9gPylUTmjBaXjE2q_2RvovACDlCbvZiMuUvPuZuqoqzZi5ybaltYtKE5OTQOF0s-geZDocE2tSVRNjV4kudoddKocT0JfliYmZwOGEt8Jq1GsY5YCNn-wWrQHqh_xw2ipR9l2nUCXFLcuOqR_4ONScSEusE5kMUx47fN66XZ/s320/393304420_10232920426329827_839254400222519145_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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But, ah, there is a problem I will not discover until later but I'll point it out now so that you don't make the mistake I did. The finished edge of the bodice lining should face your body. Mine is reversed. The unfinished edge of the lining will be covered by the fashion fabric later. I do discover this in time to correct it, if I choose to do so, but I do not choose to do so. I'll just know better next time!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBPnE0IWEmz2cuA0BuAVPh0XBoy4irTEYffrETrzJI1I2eet1FTQVKDSj39PMWkTU1RC4mgGUU3u0iyk-UpyPGXRM4S6a3H5MGAtHzeOfkwXvIt9wIZSJgQZCOqfKqQeVlECsnbUMjz4q1h_HIBjEaJathmeAoAyJKn2Lzjs574aEoPZSEdQfCwmvaTh8-/s2048/393358351_10232920434330027_7003544516931639836_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBPnE0IWEmz2cuA0BuAVPh0XBoy4irTEYffrETrzJI1I2eet1FTQVKDSj39PMWkTU1RC4mgGUU3u0iyk-UpyPGXRM4S6a3H5MGAtHzeOfkwXvIt9wIZSJgQZCOqfKqQeVlECsnbUMjz4q1h_HIBjEaJathmeAoAyJKn2Lzjs574aEoPZSEdQfCwmvaTh8-/s320/393358351_10232920434330027_7003544516931639836_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitXXi9G8embCP4RxFVjHf8rgiacBANNXHTZkoro9pJeTZ8DUelDQWglwBH4ntdu86ADGZA4BriFNojB3IVcq9suTcwl_gMLohhJcW0jY0K8cT_TPiHjuOv2wPtiadtoM-xcA-okyBjyRTdBEKon9ISMrEbS433uivOuUsjimpLuXALX06aNLryuIWoHV9O/s2048/394501298_10232920435410054_7497072165558136457_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitXXi9G8embCP4RxFVjHf8rgiacBANNXHTZkoro9pJeTZ8DUelDQWglwBH4ntdu86ADGZA4BriFNojB3IVcq9suTcwl_gMLohhJcW0jY0K8cT_TPiHjuOv2wPtiadtoM-xcA-okyBjyRTdBEKon9ISMrEbS433uivOuUsjimpLuXALX06aNLryuIWoHV9O/s320/394501298_10232920435410054_7497072165558136457_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjunNGRJzJRQjZWyaz3DmgGXqrMMDOUMfEUVkjvT9iadTwT4-RlWoYDHzUKRDU9WlDMnv8L7anN_uUHqkxn_alyEq9WCNkjsZ78KHEEwxWzdoWNFEh6IZMh98Wm9suUebHZ9WjUSmYQtAPAqR-DK9mIHt7v9MQbQnr_I7oYDBVPFosPR95NNvsLgvD4PW-P/s2048/393851623_10232920436410079_5395343946777577386_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjunNGRJzJRQjZWyaz3DmgGXqrMMDOUMfEUVkjvT9iadTwT4-RlWoYDHzUKRDU9WlDMnv8L7anN_uUHqkxn_alyEq9WCNkjsZ78KHEEwxWzdoWNFEh6IZMh98Wm9suUebHZ9WjUSmYQtAPAqR-DK9mIHt7v9MQbQnr_I7oYDBVPFosPR95NNvsLgvD4PW-P/s320/393851623_10232920436410079_5395343946777577386_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">So I accept my mistake and move on by practicing my lacing with yarn and a yarn needle. It works! We're good!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNien-U-xsL2IK5si-LK1sMAkAXwTULIcMgzA1Xmhsgsycs6GvZ3qe7mCl7WUp9kx9ZO4bnHVPW51Jkaf5cvGxB83gBydZLOVuBDPatWJyNCGQqig0q5mTpW4QFf-ZqLr_O6Y52q1arcic9b7Izab0TRf9PwlXIhMajI9LLzWGoe7yUKvEWVxewJ1J-rqT/s2048/393734494_10232920423449755_5159841616057008678_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNien-U-xsL2IK5si-LK1sMAkAXwTULIcMgzA1Xmhsgsycs6GvZ3qe7mCl7WUp9kx9ZO4bnHVPW51Jkaf5cvGxB83gBydZLOVuBDPatWJyNCGQqig0q5mTpW4QFf-ZqLr_O6Y52q1arcic9b7Izab0TRf9PwlXIhMajI9LLzWGoe7yUKvEWVxewJ1J-rqT/s320/393734494_10232920423449755_5159841616057008678_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjn81OpH8skgz5iJJF-uzPvc4dAQ4hL2WhC_pbjGqxOfTdjbOYHWr_fdGI7fsPwl3ReL3nV4ZMrn3Mm9skzLFMKB67EtRao6Bw7jGrhQjzi5V0Hhp7pQyMg1dtG0I5pChXO8Chp6Uwz70b5QHg4E3cWctT7IhqnFlQuR7mAFsE8yMKy-ylsoXKcyuLlGYAo/s2048/393265404_10232920437570108_7498375743308304729_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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But I have that witchy black lace I want to add to the neckline and sleeves and my machine sewing space is tiny, tiny, tiny. Too tiny to machine sew sleeves into a bodice with all that skirt attached. So I decide to do the sleeves next.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The elbow darts are sewn into the lining and outer fabric.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgH25w8LvtzBHLtw01V7EPIDvI9JqFSIZlV1OH53LL2aFoknTVJ2Jd48JGjtRiCF_UZc4GjCszv4wNXxUiDp4fDusrpLnfZUfolkCtyEArh8Rorlmf0OivKE9E4n-5UZ295JUympRLHb0QPEbhfb4mY8Rtk_o1U18qtJgEZ-xaaEWPfFzUY_bQG9oEeo2M/s2048/393695110_10232920566453330_8706284310314477975_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgH25w8LvtzBHLtw01V7EPIDvI9JqFSIZlV1OH53LL2aFoknTVJ2Jd48JGjtRiCF_UZc4GjCszv4wNXxUiDp4fDusrpLnfZUfolkCtyEArh8Rorlmf0OivKE9E4n-5UZ295JUympRLHb0QPEbhfb4mY8Rtk_o1U18qtJgEZ-xaaEWPfFzUY_bQG9oEeo2M/s320/393695110_10232920566453330_8706284310314477975_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The seam allowance is pressed on the lower edge.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2Y09xdXcde2UJ9dOT8xEUcTAMeB20T7TOFVov_DdNhDXwjHoNrI2r2EOMXMC9j9w_yT4L6zzO_5TMoy8H6rj1pme1YynNqMYWSD7bQWaqbVCSblYjbNrb1eazsKLIsIserYk-eb1Ov0y_7RrsqIBiSWxOsEGDwhKd9a-5xvFXAJJTYaTczuL4pU9twpfv/s2048/393254688_10232920605054295_7229552396191614765_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2Y09xdXcde2UJ9dOT8xEUcTAMeB20T7TOFVov_DdNhDXwjHoNrI2r2EOMXMC9j9w_yT4L6zzO_5TMoy8H6rj1pme1YynNqMYWSD7bQWaqbVCSblYjbNrb1eazsKLIsIserYk-eb1Ov0y_7RrsqIBiSWxOsEGDwhKd9a-5xvFXAJJTYaTczuL4pU9twpfv/s320/393254688_10232920605054295_7229552396191614765_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Now this was the most miraculous thing! The sleeve and lining and pinned right sides together. A sleeve and the mirror image of the lining are stacked with the open edges together. The seam is sewn through all four layers. The sleeve is turned with the outer fabric right side out. And magically the seam is encased between the lining and outer fabric. I just trusted the directions because it made no sense to me when I read it, but what an amazing technique!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsyaIi29VDOMjWqVhPsm5jQHDldpb7YMLwR9WytH7Y9jjNwDP0pYqw_oB90CUkR6vgCo9bbgLbTnJRYEPP5dmRfGoU7L8eKJ6xZPU5lVb8rrLievJnQM-7KGyHTrAv7-XnfXXDZDHHsCrXSk455Vbp-ZM6yh-8RrupI2mJjlNchaiTDWbn6j1Mtdek4rhV/s2048/393693512_10232920612774488_8525641412933586699_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsyaIi29VDOMjWqVhPsm5jQHDldpb7YMLwR9WytH7Y9jjNwDP0pYqw_oB90CUkR6vgCo9bbgLbTnJRYEPP5dmRfGoU7L8eKJ6xZPU5lVb8rrLievJnQM-7KGyHTrAv7-XnfXXDZDHHsCrXSk455Vbp-ZM6yh-8RrupI2mJjlNchaiTDWbn6j1Mtdek4rhV/s320/393693512_10232920612774488_8525641412933586699_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;">The instructions and pattern markings are very detailed for setting the sleeves. I'm able to machine sew the sleeve for most of the sewing, and then hand stitch where the back darts are made for fit. Meanwhile Tasha Puppy has taken to very closely watching all the progress. She has fallen in love with this gown! Maybe because I always talk to her about how this is HER gown. I ask her if she loves it. She seems very attentive!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwRmcqRl72uw2GgX4qkCdv6E8rEJSPoE0lxuW0rxfJT7f6WPkzWIeIuOOTyLbW1D71oxfpJV8wV8Rb9dtuy5dCXCTJpbZU8Wbk7JTeR5eUvQpPlRX6mEXK-XV6DZda6xrh7r29qVsA3Xe883GudhSjK1tWzIQAf1ThcXT9MC9POboMj_xkCzLTTzVIsOBP/s2048/393165452_10232920606134322_8887030985660316639_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwRmcqRl72uw2GgX4qkCdv6E8rEJSPoE0lxuW0rxfJT7f6WPkzWIeIuOOTyLbW1D71oxfpJV8wV8Rb9dtuy5dCXCTJpbZU8Wbk7JTeR5eUvQpPlRX6mEXK-XV6DZda6xrh7r29qVsA3Xe883GudhSjK1tWzIQAf1ThcXT9MC9POboMj_xkCzLTTzVIsOBP/s320/393165452_10232920606134322_8887030985660316639_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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I position and pin the lace having to offset the center front. An organza ribbon adds just enough structure to cause the overhang to ruffle as necessary. I pin the lace and hand stitch at the two solid lines on the lace. 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There is a pattern piece for the waist edge, and a pattern piece for the hem edge. Those separate pieces are placed on the fabric with 30" between them. This was another floor project for me.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhg1zYrvn5wGfuBfcMJdTCfHsGscbsrLLjuuhw26GVCVOmZwiu3XSH6QvDOJYbQ2Zz0vXDtFH-MzJ6OXbkWrr4YKu9lXx98y_UVJL_eD2fYDj3c_kSJvQJeWDXzakDCJjXAA2shqbRsZvzKrgGj5oKpu36Zlx_LjkyrCbBl7ahhAkKILAbkGTWEGa2fBi4v/s2048/393732189_10232920393849015_8114824364993691481_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhg1zYrvn5wGfuBfcMJdTCfHsGscbsrLLjuuhw26GVCVOmZwiu3XSH6QvDOJYbQ2Zz0vXDtFH-MzJ6OXbkWrr4YKu9lXx98y_UVJL_eD2fYDj3c_kSJvQJeWDXzakDCJjXAA2shqbRsZvzKrgGj5oKpu36Zlx_LjkyrCbBl7ahhAkKILAbkGTWEGa2fBi4v/s320/393732189_10232920393849015_8114824364993691481_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I had cut all my fabric at the same time and stored it pinned to the dressform.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFEAWvjMLcHXh_PiYP2Kt2Z1QDkKJL5GsEDDQAslgXDoLnVtv9K4p5SlWTm2Kl6u5nl2lBT_Ka8d35zQ5OyoPpOfPWFY9oPghyphenhyphenryjox2JxC9KcvZSEw4QZluPCrRUrYnSUdf54uLi-4vlyhyphenhyphenyO00K9SYOQPS8sW3eVmkkG3EAx9NsfuKB-qdHReNFC7Qj5/s2048/393346989_10232920394369028_5000259927338159772_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFEAWvjMLcHXh_PiYP2Kt2Z1QDkKJL5GsEDDQAslgXDoLnVtv9K4p5SlWTm2Kl6u5nl2lBT_Ka8d35zQ5OyoPpOfPWFY9oPghyphenhyphenryjox2JxC9KcvZSEw4QZluPCrRUrYnSUdf54uLi-4vlyhyphenhyphenyO00K9SYOQPS8sW3eVmkkG3EAx9NsfuKB-qdHReNFC7Qj5/s320/393346989_10232920394369028_5000259927338159772_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0FENB_oR6D56140lt5t5gaJdzh47TdtuAdfFGzWXPUWL1w3u1tSomK0ocuPi-P4zcTGGzwmnstTuLLD_SjlomIJ3RKizhqYwA2-f_iuYVGymdo42yF4K03BAgvg7DhagDsdw2LVIlSiRdt7BxeHpJZzWGIRkvRzyzp1wEqoNqdqULE3MGtK7qSqU-vAiY/s2048/393183695_10232920395049045_8457324142930971364_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0FENB_oR6D56140lt5t5gaJdzh47TdtuAdfFGzWXPUWL1w3u1tSomK0ocuPi-P4zcTGGzwmnstTuLLD_SjlomIJ3RKizhqYwA2-f_iuYVGymdo42yF4K03BAgvg7DhagDsdw2LVIlSiRdt7BxeHpJZzWGIRkvRzyzp1wEqoNqdqULE3MGtK7qSqU-vAiY/s320/393183695_10232920395049045_8457324142930971364_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">For my fabric width there is a center back seam and a front side seam. Additional false seams can be sewn to mimic historical fabric widths. I've pinked the seam allowances and pressed the seams open.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuftJE38IOWM8U6k35KJHlKLmMJ_Hf6RWlUiCrkv2yjFl4rNCdP1e2XgZPnNs9MLsy1JBW1M4qfIOBRJnCotASxGt5VE_K9Om9L9JThPDrCIxh_XAkLy2QsRIGVpxmPGvGgKyeu7aa-Z1CDU9N0-5vA5TUvYDpfay7gBrxgVypB9-lUv0YPyCtATtuulNB/s2048/393220407_10232920566373328_7989405775252206195_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuftJE38IOWM8U6k35KJHlKLmMJ_Hf6RWlUiCrkv2yjFl4rNCdP1e2XgZPnNs9MLsy1JBW1M4qfIOBRJnCotASxGt5VE_K9Om9L9JThPDrCIxh_XAkLy2QsRIGVpxmPGvGgKyeu7aa-Z1CDU9N0-5vA5TUvYDpfay7gBrxgVypB9-lUv0YPyCtATtuulNB/s320/393220407_10232920566373328_7989405775252206195_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggfn5E1Lc5og0gR4P5WUCzVXVkVTVKih4YquCYeprSTIHUHe2-yce9oGIS65nkimuZTbLQxLPrxsbt6xYUiz-pCcHpQsJAjBlYDckHeR1vhkptABzVyGjdkZEfqbAOBopBYLCHpvYk00XlqC-RZ28UscPEsnrh47nm_2X1kLqKXQdoCkubS81JA1wJlVP5/s2048/393278148_10232920604814289_8152218523410379995_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggfn5E1Lc5og0gR4P5WUCzVXVkVTVKih4YquCYeprSTIHUHe2-yce9oGIS65nkimuZTbLQxLPrxsbt6xYUiz-pCcHpQsJAjBlYDckHeR1vhkptABzVyGjdkZEfqbAOBopBYLCHpvYk00XlqC-RZ28UscPEsnrh47nm_2X1kLqKXQdoCkubS81JA1wJlVP5/s320/393278148_10232920604814289_8152218523410379995_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The pattern piece for the waist edge has markings for the pleating line, fold down line, and where the skirt meets the bodice at the front. I use an awl to create holes in the pattern and mark those holes with a heat-erasable pen. Now this project has taken over the tiny sewing space, the bedroom, and the kitchen.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpf3RIdMxQW4rE1hG8TPWcdtXR0QTnnWX8TGJlW0AcjiD97k_edFvYIqu9j2-UFzEu5fCrybk4sFUD3sOwOJ9hK9fdw2-anpurTXvPRFIEo00r_o_DuLEOkEQSLui17dFh8jEw6SgWaBwRIk_B7YJwvSiFiuruoSpxMNRKqIVNuBGAM4Gz7AIQmcXPykFu/s2048/393737169_10232920614174523_4822004638573801128_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpf3RIdMxQW4rE1hG8TPWcdtXR0QTnnWX8TGJlW0AcjiD97k_edFvYIqu9j2-UFzEu5fCrybk4sFUD3sOwOJ9hK9fdw2-anpurTXvPRFIEo00r_o_DuLEOkEQSLui17dFh8jEw6SgWaBwRIk_B7YJwvSiFiuruoSpxMNRKqIVNuBGAM4Gz7AIQmcXPykFu/s320/393737169_10232920614174523_4822004638573801128_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5BCKO4csFOSZYWXHKQvvPmAEGrhGOidRaJe_M7NSUxK-v-ltb760Qrtuc1T1dNsh3iVCrHUoBeWylIg899PD0NRJde-M6dEtaPRW_Qr-PXzblMO8ySrAdZmg0hhHIBzEZNMWD-8Rtha_44atT1BjyIhhnnYjV3F6X35049eizmR7wmLXNx4qcnyZbEa9B/s2048/393301635_10232920618974643_8523666928220979156_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5BCKO4csFOSZYWXHKQvvPmAEGrhGOidRaJe_M7NSUxK-v-ltb760Qrtuc1T1dNsh3iVCrHUoBeWylIg899PD0NRJde-M6dEtaPRW_Qr-PXzblMO8ySrAdZmg0hhHIBzEZNMWD-8Rtha_44atT1BjyIhhnnYjV3F6X35049eizmR7wmLXNx4qcnyZbEa9B/s320/393301635_10232920618974643_8523666928220979156_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghlKbgo71vgZGTPicDLRP9TEv6CpisRUGxuLTe2wiPTXxwBPVBAgkDX-6drEteSMzFU6ixRdS3MCBgqfyrmVRKOkMFPZZlnu676QeGUst0_LMOBbNC4HiZE2MHeIa0taLLTmngkVmGJsxo7DCaWZSVZAQXfpAT-QXeEFhsfNBAncd1sV7tz6rAO62bkUMh/s2048/393816021_10232920620574683_5619125670629726460_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghlKbgo71vgZGTPicDLRP9TEv6CpisRUGxuLTe2wiPTXxwBPVBAgkDX-6drEteSMzFU6ixRdS3MCBgqfyrmVRKOkMFPZZlnu676QeGUst0_LMOBbNC4HiZE2MHeIa0taLLTmngkVmGJsxo7DCaWZSVZAQXfpAT-QXeEFhsfNBAncd1sV7tz6rAO62bkUMh/s320/393816021_10232920620574683_5619125670629726460_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhIRbChN2SK-kGkQc2-Ui3HsWXbJQ__BUATIMphCQmwl1CG628LUC74yi6Bx1xO5giVXm6Q2BSFZ1XOXE3P_iHy8sO9cPPlGhgogYuQik8V73Bvaxm6Me_8ehZr-rjwKZVtrdmzlLVfz95SIEArxDywUVPRPYzsJnlbci54SIQFF4mqReNmF6cPDlvG9pM/s2048/393232035_10232920623054745_3215505785420830518_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhIRbChN2SK-kGkQc2-Ui3HsWXbJQ__BUATIMphCQmwl1CG628LUC74yi6Bx1xO5giVXm6Q2BSFZ1XOXE3P_iHy8sO9cPPlGhgogYuQik8V73Bvaxm6Me_8ehZr-rjwKZVtrdmzlLVfz95SIEArxDywUVPRPYzsJnlbci54SIQFF4mqReNmF6cPDlvG9pM/s320/393232035_10232920623054745_3215505785420830518_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Time to pleat! What?! I have no idea what I'm doing. There are guidelines as to the number of pleats for different sections and a guideline for the reveal on each pleat. But I also have to pleat down to a specific width from center back to the bodice front mark. I anguish over this knowing that there must be a mathematical formula for this. I'm an engineer! I should be able to figure this out! To my delight I discovered it was already figured out in 2022 by Kat at Craftmatics.com. I'll share a link where you can download her pdf formula sheets for any type of pleat you can imagine. Since I know the reveal, number of pleats, length of the finished piece, and starting length, I simply plug my numbers into the formula and ta-da! Thank you, Kat!! You saved me from repeated attempts at pleating on the fly! And those beautiful pleats satisfy my engineer heart.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhPjGtpjGE6pPfRtTXYrlUm8Q8dTqSUSU5N8l5cQgJb0WDHJKREXrcAxXMfkCDQBtNSXfBQXvlRj4xupQESZVfNNqaUdgY8BtG1T7gIsytG-H331eufMZ1lvzghd9tBvuaBa8Qkj0hTw1Uyqsc3w4x-ctt4A2dar1EkmaYI09Ha-97OuWJpawm6dXl-6Nb/s1899/Screenshot%20(107).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="953" data-original-width="1899" height="161" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhPjGtpjGE6pPfRtTXYrlUm8Q8dTqSUSU5N8l5cQgJb0WDHJKREXrcAxXMfkCDQBtNSXfBQXvlRj4xupQESZVfNNqaUdgY8BtG1T7gIsytG-H331eufMZ1lvzghd9tBvuaBa8Qkj0hTw1Uyqsc3w4x-ctt4A2dar1EkmaYI09Ha-97OuWJpawm6dXl-6Nb/s320/Screenshot%20(107).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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An Etsy shop had a pack of German Shepherd Dog silhouettes for $1.52 and they are perfect.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZ002x7xw-b8fwmGXUi_NwJEgUuHKincNfrxqy4gs_Oyzu4ymRXn_PL5JZV3tCy9TaBKsplX1MVxV626sRD1h2oh_X3OMOn3lg3ywVpYtBfHAuVVKV_mn58WFO4l7trxwsbkpjeBpdT7067LDiB5tbUQW6J2ydNz38NAHswPgDJSYR5YLCzHYVM-0Uabmv/s635/366210908_10232382434400365_8605029019007200333_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="560" data-original-width="635" height="282" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZ002x7xw-b8fwmGXUi_NwJEgUuHKincNfrxqy4gs_Oyzu4ymRXn_PL5JZV3tCy9TaBKsplX1MVxV626sRD1h2oh_X3OMOn3lg3ywVpYtBfHAuVVKV_mn58WFO4l7trxwsbkpjeBpdT7067LDiB5tbUQW6J2ydNz38NAHswPgDJSYR5YLCzHYVM-0Uabmv/s320/366210908_10232382434400365_8605029019007200333_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/964421832/german-shepherd-dog-silhouette-pack-9?ref=yr_purchases" target="_blank">https://www.etsy.com/listing/964421832/german-shepherd-dog-silhouette-pack-9?ref=yr_purchases</a><br /></div><br /><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I purchase and print.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVgc2aiZu-FvToLEJRbeSqh1CVeVHBUmBTfLBkBS1pInk7JAxAwRqZsYKPsEpjRUDySNNum2k1mrBDur6nRZ9G1xRRyNpDQXWUWtKDipKzPOt11EV4jerOplgAxOOEVoXT2CqaIkaIcV8mk5mJNqreYC_7hydIyt_al9s-kw0miG1vefladLT5JF9WEIDj/s2048/362926319_10232298037370492_4584255853770230793_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVgc2aiZu-FvToLEJRbeSqh1CVeVHBUmBTfLBkBS1pInk7JAxAwRqZsYKPsEpjRUDySNNum2k1mrBDur6nRZ9G1xRRyNpDQXWUWtKDipKzPOt11EV4jerOplgAxOOEVoXT2CqaIkaIcV8mk5mJNqreYC_7hydIyt_al9s-kw0miG1vefladLT5JF9WEIDj/s320/362926319_10232298037370492_4584255853770230793_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Where the inspiration Halloween Barbie doll has cats and stars on her garment, my 18th century gown will have Tasha Puppy silhouettes and hearts. I find one on the internet and trace it off my phone in different sizes.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsPB2oJiVPC09U6waJGmAbZzBs_bF5fG5fs3RXcEZuLfCPfRaV1c8rCsyuZ9_eNiL9-Fbvad8cKhsZu26L04N_RFAwMDZ9jPcl0iNKtLTHL2jBgeASCGk8Wpy1W7QVMoy2tDA0NyhSQd4z_Lon0zUvbnd0cIEek7mnNyj9yJRozkZZa9zJQHOk881T_cNS/s1562/392947426_10232920398049120_8692943451015753272_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1562" data-original-width="1075" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsPB2oJiVPC09U6waJGmAbZzBs_bF5fG5fs3RXcEZuLfCPfRaV1c8rCsyuZ9_eNiL9-Fbvad8cKhsZu26L04N_RFAwMDZ9jPcl0iNKtLTHL2jBgeASCGk8Wpy1W7QVMoy2tDA0NyhSQd4z_Lon0zUvbnd0cIEek7mnNyj9yJRozkZZa9zJQHOk881T_cNS/s320/392947426_10232920398049120_8692943451015753272_n.jpg" width="220" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I've taken some amazing free online classes from Tricia at Creative Costume Academy. She has a patternmaking class that I would love attend one day. She has a YouTube channel, which I follow, and shares some excellent tips. It was pure luck when her video about applique appeared introducing me to Steam-A-Seam 2.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3rjflQ_WunKDxjULJ34OtOT54ukg-OInxrL3-BJo2U1fTDIESyLqw-NOCIWkrVvrCHuf3P3-DMNep11v9ZXgien-j2kGQjxWVM63nAYtXhpGMmI2PWZzhM5oijjUcSfliKVgTH754P7hUZUmm9hl9sh8yl0RAehoxQ0obU0NFmtFibsmRC-p6FV9prRH1/s1913/Screenshot%20(108).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="972" data-original-width="1913" height="163" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3rjflQ_WunKDxjULJ34OtOT54ukg-OInxrL3-BJo2U1fTDIESyLqw-NOCIWkrVvrCHuf3P3-DMNep11v9ZXgien-j2kGQjxWVM63nAYtXhpGMmI2PWZzhM5oijjUcSfliKVgTH754P7hUZUmm9hl9sh8yl0RAehoxQ0obU0NFmtFibsmRC-p6FV9prRH1/s320/Screenshot%20(108).png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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And it's flexible with a strong bond. Now I can cut out all my templates, trace then onto sheets of Steam-A-Seam, and adhere them to the black satin.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioVv6zshO-qRzVV4d6XwYJTklbeB81I-FodK-52Wpe2QwNjHyjU8v9TmDdxN3qmBje84ZN4HVdKX8c0NfTkFflV0AM9EH_h1SMTa5DV6Z3fSRaFUittlZo2E2vVCb0RmGso-YWqEkvSTdd1k3SGX_Cvd5klXIiWM_RI5MqU5D6NIaZf59HbU9CLU4ZHl7r/s2048/393300779_10232920411089446_4599930081971036764_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioVv6zshO-qRzVV4d6XwYJTklbeB81I-FodK-52Wpe2QwNjHyjU8v9TmDdxN3qmBje84ZN4HVdKX8c0NfTkFflV0AM9EH_h1SMTa5DV6Z3fSRaFUittlZo2E2vVCb0RmGso-YWqEkvSTdd1k3SGX_Cvd5klXIiWM_RI5MqU5D6NIaZf59HbU9CLU4ZHl7r/s320/393300779_10232920411089446_4599930081971036764_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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I really love them on the orange fabric!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1DmFldorTfXPbct9mKscVibXnbTZ1C9rB0Lleg2ZebpobK90X8Xt6X1PSw41Mk7H1cvfmF4nlSBWPgfzzYGTztm50FpjskHLdGb-xr_hdzU56xH_N9fNPfCoRBRy2TzjKlh4y0VEoXzXROuXIrN8y_5ta6atjXBbaAGZETZsjSiukzctZveWCW9lhNEnZ/s2048/393346924_10232920494131522_4191920827959190391_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1DmFldorTfXPbct9mKscVibXnbTZ1C9rB0Lleg2ZebpobK90X8Xt6X1PSw41Mk7H1cvfmF4nlSBWPgfzzYGTztm50FpjskHLdGb-xr_hdzU56xH_N9fNPfCoRBRy2TzjKlh4y0VEoXzXROuXIrN8y_5ta6atjXBbaAGZETZsjSiukzctZveWCW9lhNEnZ/s320/393346924_10232920494131522_4191920827959190391_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Tasha Puppy has taken to sticking close to the gown. Her bed is right next to the dressform, but she even sleeps with a watchful eye on HER gown.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZRWynkFquDho1gNJvh9dWhQzo7c98wOP2i7-s_6kfVyk_QBMTqvHvkgdhyphenhyphenGutQWvC2Cu_S5UI04HsDPqXUxsb_BFs97Ayj8CY9GC8rTl3m-7Xd7pCL-qRUHv7-T5l0gVlWG0ezUR5L9jgu95hd7M1FlWyLb-SXZS3xMFWtPwmo9-LLkvWFIyijNdI1pDK/s2048/395290655_10232949796984075_4073633135665712931_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZRWynkFquDho1gNJvh9dWhQzo7c98wOP2i7-s_6kfVyk_QBMTqvHvkgdhyphenhyphenGutQWvC2Cu_S5UI04HsDPqXUxsb_BFs97Ayj8CY9GC8rTl3m-7Xd7pCL-qRUHv7-T5l0gVlWG0ezUR5L9jgu95hd7M1FlWyLb-SXZS3xMFWtPwmo9-LLkvWFIyijNdI1pDK/s320/395290655_10232949796984075_4073633135665712931_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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I am sewing the pleats 1" from that stitchline using a backstitch and just catching the fold of each pleat. This will help the pleats behave.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhxAgVeJK93SUOVVfKre_jw_lQtr79gjvEdEQHB_V6M5dmr_u0agSiTqj36d9dj3xadSZM8Yxpvp3lvnoVuq5uMu7FdTYMmUX7afmVbOSKNemXFxeE07pFueCBKKH8FHLuo3PLQ4UciPsGFTNVHp-nEBfcQeMoW_NgwwlpcbN-ZC8FrT2ePUpR0hO-fLQ3/s2048/395362852_10232949800144154_8670708741759469214_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhxAgVeJK93SUOVVfKre_jw_lQtr79gjvEdEQHB_V6M5dmr_u0agSiTqj36d9dj3xadSZM8Yxpvp3lvnoVuq5uMu7FdTYMmUX7afmVbOSKNemXFxeE07pFueCBKKH8FHLuo3PLQ4UciPsGFTNVHp-nEBfcQeMoW_NgwwlpcbN-ZC8FrT2ePUpR0hO-fLQ3/s320/395362852_10232949800144154_8670708741759469214_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg79qL8UQZukSdLlYvAfi_kKNfqbf4AG1OtyMN6ktU8zNRkxkRFBeqyACZIXhUGn8BlZWR-OTC5CA2FqL1m_5nZhK4VX01pzkiHr4l0yZvdVpM8FOVVeM9iI6Hz5ZRBgF3avs8gPK9m3Z8LsLv7EoB5bKYZzL1JRLr4NNUV1piV3gUrdtyyhi0k6pGRh_TP/s2048/394633437_10232949800384160_6256265375929272895_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg79qL8UQZukSdLlYvAfi_kKNfqbf4AG1OtyMN6ktU8zNRkxkRFBeqyACZIXhUGn8BlZWR-OTC5CA2FqL1m_5nZhK4VX01pzkiHr4l0yZvdVpM8FOVVeM9iI6Hz5ZRBgF3avs8gPK9m3Z8LsLv7EoB5bKYZzL1JRLr4NNUV1piV3gUrdtyyhi0k6pGRh_TP/s320/394633437_10232949800384160_6256265375929272895_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The pins holding the pleats at the pleating line are removed and the pleats begin to fan out in beautiful folds across the back.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIvvwdP7tSjcHUCmF78DZCwZt_ukzxcZG6TZJQwjqOtAsWFdZqxNKaIMFe9xn0WaB9YRdzePPk0pgQRsJJJPuSHDUn3JEcN4TtJKaNF0WdmNr234dl8HZhnLfr1_2UQiMFkiU13dKCWCkSRW3K2VVg-qgQTNCrUvOIWzEkbHSTPU3bCzHIAY4JwKc4R8yM/s2048/395531454_10232949800624166_1002204794756038971_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIvvwdP7tSjcHUCmF78DZCwZt_ukzxcZG6TZJQwjqOtAsWFdZqxNKaIMFe9xn0WaB9YRdzePPk0pgQRsJJJPuSHDUn3JEcN4TtJKaNF0WdmNr234dl8HZhnLfr1_2UQiMFkiU13dKCWCkSRW3K2VVg-qgQTNCrUvOIWzEkbHSTPU3bCzHIAY4JwKc4R8yM/s320/395531454_10232949800624166_1002204794756038971_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaozIw7sO5HHCfQD7s9597tWX4rw6kpYTy1MlEe35evm0c0r1m7f4EuBTHmgoNhB23PKN7UbVE34uSxrHsyXLOAGX6JTd0d6yzi7yukwVuz_MPohtwz62Fg-syB66sM8BOte9E8-vUee6M-TVhDjc6wNBW7WY2vagw68WbXng75Mr7HQgTb8LvskmsKMmf/s2048/395530536_10232949801584190_7832403389785090358_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaozIw7sO5HHCfQD7s9597tWX4rw6kpYTy1MlEe35evm0c0r1m7f4EuBTHmgoNhB23PKN7UbVE34uSxrHsyXLOAGX6JTd0d6yzi7yukwVuz_MPohtwz62Fg-syB66sM8BOte9E8-vUee6M-TVhDjc6wNBW7WY2vagw68WbXng75Mr7HQgTb8LvskmsKMmf/s320/395530536_10232949801584190_7832403389785090358_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3LDqXtPAl7wELTEsGituAUAjp3oJk_PRArau0OfCFRkTy9FeO2z3RfnqsRKUp_AfrSDsONuBezaSpdO7m51qcEv84jgxMfqLQcC8cvjjz98jrXlEGZUBh4HYtsE7Gt49s0z7ZB5eAxf6jCbH_O7DPe0NI1bflNP169tt_PwjPS5_Q7k_7zQPLgx2LHTs1/s2048/395277747_10232949801144179_4751355711908614581_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3LDqXtPAl7wELTEsGituAUAjp3oJk_PRArau0OfCFRkTy9FeO2z3RfnqsRKUp_AfrSDsONuBezaSpdO7m51qcEv84jgxMfqLQcC8cvjjz98jrXlEGZUBh4HYtsE7Gt49s0z7ZB5eAxf6jCbH_O7DPe0NI1bflNP169tt_PwjPS5_Q7k_7zQPLgx2LHTs1/s320/395277747_10232949801144179_4751355711908614581_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />The front and lower edges of the skirt are pinked. 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text-align: left;"><b>The Perfect Touches</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Now it's time to add the extra touches that make this gown very Halloween Barbie.<b> </b>First a beaded choker with my German Shepherd Dog keychain silhouette attached.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiELoCbyEW6PuNQsdTK50kvhtYpjcG6r4wBPAIqgva8WsFpA4EuQf9U2w3clwfKWSIiOi2jmXUspVNQGdEnTWCW3jZC2LuJ_sqw1xZMW8ZLBBWIysRDWz-j4NVT-eDzlxeBmTF_LTATXwwcJokykL5th3K4ZvRa1GmUzXOsda0dXM2qfSSeMaaoXOaeAPhf/s2048/395491467_10232949804144254_4271824520283099842_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiELoCbyEW6PuNQsdTK50kvhtYpjcG6r4wBPAIqgva8WsFpA4EuQf9U2w3clwfKWSIiOi2jmXUspVNQGdEnTWCW3jZC2LuJ_sqw1xZMW8ZLBBWIysRDWz-j4NVT-eDzlxeBmTF_LTATXwwcJokykL5th3K4ZvRa1GmUzXOsda0dXM2qfSSeMaaoXOaeAPhf/s320/395491467_10232949804144254_4271824520283099842_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A chatelaine (actually a necklace with a chain tassel) perfect for holding a black organza bag for Tasha Puppy treats.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglK1A3J7AOiLjVkrOiOXYmr1p_P8YJ-lYHRQdbtqKfrzgaGq8nyD_53B1tQ0rnxdp4K9ZYw5tiwmbZDyU2-KB00QdCJNtNDMYIH4NNTAjXfSfC9TY6wnz6J-MbZSyGj4OGWFrUBpkqYQONUFmDpFpPPqUgyPLleoVLiWjtDXThXAPRNXdLKfC-EEPzSwZJ/s2048/395358971_10232949806544314_7180745064491382127_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglK1A3J7AOiLjVkrOiOXYmr1p_P8YJ-lYHRQdbtqKfrzgaGq8nyD_53B1tQ0rnxdp4K9ZYw5tiwmbZDyU2-KB00QdCJNtNDMYIH4NNTAjXfSfC9TY6wnz6J-MbZSyGj4OGWFrUBpkqYQONUFmDpFpPPqUgyPLleoVLiWjtDXThXAPRNXdLKfC-EEPzSwZJ/s320/395358971_10232949806544314_7180745064491382127_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;">She loves it!!!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3j5QK4DSq3Dhu3XhYeC9iuLrJy4sVtvkck25FpfZCOPzTsoB16UAUcqoNg6zHGCC49CYAJyQ1HLQynksysPNBY-MjjTC6ZjF-OvgsID3l8WpyE9DS7fYCoWsaUtYOvp8u0ZCeWHWRtM_T2KFo3ew3T6ZIyDxgJAN6tF869SwmJlA1UaNhPmdi8tb37q4e/s2048/395303655_10232949819144629_5872981375542715728_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3j5QK4DSq3Dhu3XhYeC9iuLrJy4sVtvkck25FpfZCOPzTsoB16UAUcqoNg6zHGCC49CYAJyQ1HLQynksysPNBY-MjjTC6ZjF-OvgsID3l8WpyE9DS7fYCoWsaUtYOvp8u0ZCeWHWRtM_T2KFo3ew3T6ZIyDxgJAN6tF869SwmJlA1UaNhPmdi8tb37q4e/s320/395303655_10232949819144629_5872981375542715728_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Halloween Barbie doll has a hat with just a touch of orange. I have a hat with a very similar silhouette that I've worn for the Witch's Brew Teas I've hosted. Adding a touch of orange to it works beautifully.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1-b4TB3yUUtP9qBL2cZ6pAX0kRAN1XPpW8dOUtLN1cl1eSSWEirWSps7-YR9gY-iVfvRsQVo1DHKvjaTWlCaNyuzaCJ3matz1BZWEWxU0t3Uqaj8FCcakYlcnSw7P7rGVFl6ITuhw7iaiOCccoRYFIxqNuNSXMUeIz_kpO07DxtBxmyIM300UeicdW_Ee/s200/396709445_10232957872625961_4289342491429091171_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="150" data-original-width="200" height="150" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1-b4TB3yUUtP9qBL2cZ6pAX0kRAN1XPpW8dOUtLN1cl1eSSWEirWSps7-YR9gY-iVfvRsQVo1DHKvjaTWlCaNyuzaCJ3matz1BZWEWxU0t3Uqaj8FCcakYlcnSw7P7rGVFl6ITuhw7iaiOCccoRYFIxqNuNSXMUeIz_kpO07DxtBxmyIM300UeicdW_Ee/s1600/396709445_10232957872625961_4289342491429091171_n.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxnlaiVVLMx5xNa-0mW-iM4eHEK7Ztia527efQ_Z3Id-QnO5fCI3iS1gMREbPmOs-HF8YI6jbGr_qch3BT2bQOlbuDSe3qHHdP_Ivg2ZZlLjoi2UiFa5b3LT2SfHlC0AnOpHMHlUuzhTxuf5LDjSxKsyZvQhNXaZNYpWqCfn78wj8WexrtmJZU9NuW6Bit/s2048/393179313_10232920428009869_1952073999699201083_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxnlaiVVLMx5xNa-0mW-iM4eHEK7Ztia527efQ_Z3Id-QnO5fCI3iS1gMREbPmOs-HF8YI6jbGr_qch3BT2bQOlbuDSe3qHHdP_Ivg2ZZlLjoi2UiFa5b3LT2SfHlC0AnOpHMHlUuzhTxuf5LDjSxKsyZvQhNXaZNYpWqCfn78wj8WexrtmJZU9NuW6Bit/s320/393179313_10232920428009869_1952073999699201083_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4VgLsfn82ov0Z70TCukxQN8yDyspenZTUT4aGIaaqhYk-zMtaG2wWfAfv69M90EjLdgVd_mQ_hrcu_ekrnjArGEu1WXezCKDdc6hJeKyg3rKPrVZp9Y9Bc_qb8WHYcEzrYqw6vDrbQOsF0SXT9uQ2IG9en4a_QM0cOtRjgdk_yIZ3X7DEskSFYEXJanoM/s2048/393811787_10232920430049920_2853771239311099760_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4VgLsfn82ov0Z70TCukxQN8yDyspenZTUT4aGIaaqhYk-zMtaG2wWfAfv69M90EjLdgVd_mQ_hrcu_ekrnjArGEu1WXezCKDdc6hJeKyg3rKPrVZp9Y9Bc_qb8WHYcEzrYqw6vDrbQOsF0SXT9uQ2IG9en4a_QM0cOtRjgdk_yIZ3X7DEskSFYEXJanoM/s320/393811787_10232920430049920_2853771239311099760_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRdzROk6w1s6DOqzexptBOcbtaqnqZCSjnbUZn2N_TlArL2cndRdqPv4FR9a8BAX23_f5TzxDBhp950rVCIhnyIP2t_5M_KaKgwXxhU_zTmj4AxotlFUomMJMFK7S-0TYYzxkz_khO7d9WIVrLoknAmBLOglu3pCrfmol9M6bzfOpkVHjnWzYG3DVspjQ2/s2048/393220008_10232920428809889_4030713238415838792_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRdzROk6w1s6DOqzexptBOcbtaqnqZCSjnbUZn2N_TlArL2cndRdqPv4FR9a8BAX23_f5TzxDBhp950rVCIhnyIP2t_5M_KaKgwXxhU_zTmj4AxotlFUomMJMFK7S-0TYYzxkz_khO7d9WIVrLoknAmBLOglu3pCrfmol9M6bzfOpkVHjnWzYG3DVspjQ2/s320/393220008_10232920428809889_4030713238415838792_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The wonderful wig was created by Victoria Vane of Sew Vane Couture on Etsy. She doesn't have wigs listed in her shop but she kindly agreed to fashion this wig for me. I love it!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_7gF0CSZgcFFGs-pXSUNJ_BaC-s9g-Nlc473aXtGpR95r-izfXY6ugyJcJ2Lqm1Zscu_-ZOSyy23dTrPBL20dFFc7X4G3FEoSK6sE2T2V8qh-elE2Ylqtn3hpBybe3VBmfFP14ecPZXG5Zg-mYhBu5MNbVxu_qnNB7IqvSIvIYreEm_W2aKH9ylXFtg7T/s1912/Screenshot%20(109).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="974" data-original-width="1912" height="163" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_7gF0CSZgcFFGs-pXSUNJ_BaC-s9g-Nlc473aXtGpR95r-izfXY6ugyJcJ2Lqm1Zscu_-ZOSyy23dTrPBL20dFFc7X4G3FEoSK6sE2T2V8qh-elE2Ylqtn3hpBybe3VBmfFP14ecPZXG5Zg-mYhBu5MNbVxu_qnNB7IqvSIvIYreEm_W2aKH9ylXFtg7T/s320/Screenshot%20(109).png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/in-en/shop/SEWVANECOUTURE" target="_blank">https://www.etsy.com/in-en/shop/SEWVANECOUTURE</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Halloween Barbie wears the cutest shoes with orange pompoms. I fashion similar from the orange tulle and tie then to the bows on my black velvet pumps.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCNny0NuucbnjMT80Y66StpOlz_8ErdhyphenhyphenJ9SF7TYlOVE5Ix_wX6t7rLOgeVkmjyClOavx49vlMWGENHeiwObTdXeuuRPcvIAWgPwkj8U63uqySoouf8bUG86z7vQN5xDHP-oxzEWpUs3lO38S9amg31OTdSde-l7TWgFD-lisTjdNTjzLIrmX4ORmGlfCp/s320/392881576_10232920609374403_949332696281416265_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="320" data-original-width="320" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCNny0NuucbnjMT80Y66StpOlz_8ErdhyphenhyphenJ9SF7TYlOVE5Ix_wX6t7rLOgeVkmjyClOavx49vlMWGENHeiwObTdXeuuRPcvIAWgPwkj8U63uqySoouf8bUG86z7vQN5xDHP-oxzEWpUs3lO38S9amg31OTdSde-l7TWgFD-lisTjdNTjzLIrmX4ORmGlfCp/s1600/392881576_10232920609374403_949332696281416265_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Let's Play!!</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaSzoM96ZGp8i8h7CUaSn_LZQqfNMluX9MOYK6xpY8VD0tVywPpZee_Sg8xXwo8evpYcUXDGLd7WFZp9IUsOOdO9Vshll8yhG063JqryxjZkoUE5CM_4bEyF-w5mH8WtyQtL1VFZEVjesXR-LgjYxoQIHPghj5g0lnAvY77DI3_ynpupeeOPafGGmp7T5w/s2048/397616825_10232969495516526_3487605155664915428_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaSzoM96ZGp8i8h7CUaSn_LZQqfNMluX9MOYK6xpY8VD0tVywPpZee_Sg8xXwo8evpYcUXDGLd7WFZp9IUsOOdO9Vshll8yhG063JqryxjZkoUE5CM_4bEyF-w5mH8WtyQtL1VFZEVjesXR-LgjYxoQIHPghj5g0lnAvY77DI3_ynpupeeOPafGGmp7T5w/s320/397616825_10232969495516526_3487605155664915428_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguD-mt9n52N2gyyLSbWpcQmX3CXisvilY5Gs5MLD477cH86AgkGjxZt3kgS9NKoJvmO2JVd2WDAsSfko6EEzhHGnG7KhNFadja5KC-M1qOujxZVx_gsvWuHS09_iREICkMYr6Bxv_qYh3Jv13ryR6KP2WCWpwUybB0O02S-awnRr0Fj9m60EbkrlKWNgUJ/s2048/397790164_10232969494916511_5240545811951973465_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguD-mt9n52N2gyyLSbWpcQmX3CXisvilY5Gs5MLD477cH86AgkGjxZt3kgS9NKoJvmO2JVd2WDAsSfko6EEzhHGnG7KhNFadja5KC-M1qOujxZVx_gsvWuHS09_iREICkMYr6Bxv_qYh3Jv13ryR6KP2WCWpwUybB0O02S-awnRr0Fj9m60EbkrlKWNgUJ/s320/397790164_10232969494916511_5240545811951973465_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRR9TAfmS7eQJFMrNaSOqhSPEycABPfZBkHK0HoQpslImaJhvnUnSZWAMwQUtZr3cJaM7ILSIS7QUI1iHlK21ATj_52n0vanD7kPredI2p6VyCKMEd5kcifG2o6gra72ltY3K4nVj3420N-xB2t-iXd8DmxfS5ARS1OECDaZ2SmkP0AxpaONndHsSdunjr/s1080/Screenshot%20(111).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="601" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRR9TAfmS7eQJFMrNaSOqhSPEycABPfZBkHK0HoQpslImaJhvnUnSZWAMwQUtZr3cJaM7ILSIS7QUI1iHlK21ATj_52n0vanD7kPredI2p6VyCKMEd5kcifG2o6gra72ltY3K4nVj3420N-xB2t-iXd8DmxfS5ARS1OECDaZ2SmkP0AxpaONndHsSdunjr/s320/Screenshot%20(111).png" width="178" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTO5VxHYB6lx9ItsrE7XxEBQaU0aihI_u65Lh4TQjwkOFNgXcIdWo_OP4ijymwoQRNIeBOn4gGTpaXwU8oCdoGss5zTYWICQLoZ0XEJ_r9uFQ2GwwCfEDOobpBr2uLQvm6hmNQ5xUv4ZsOBNcQ8aGO9auIQU18TNPijh14ac1BSMZhxq8FUL9SXanIjsmH/s1080/Screenshot%20(110).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="607" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTO5VxHYB6lx9ItsrE7XxEBQaU0aihI_u65Lh4TQjwkOFNgXcIdWo_OP4ijymwoQRNIeBOn4gGTpaXwU8oCdoGss5zTYWICQLoZ0XEJ_r9uFQ2GwwCfEDOobpBr2uLQvm6hmNQ5xUv4ZsOBNcQ8aGO9auIQU18TNPijh14ac1BSMZhxq8FUL9SXanIjsmH/s320/Screenshot%20(110).png" width="180" /></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Tasha Puppy and I thank you for joining us in this recreation. We wish you a Happy Halloween Day and Happy Every Days filled with fun, laughter, and especially, good treats!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9ID1Eyd4xeujuYfBNnow0fEMDqsTfFNNuHENYhJ3upH4k5hpBWONMuWLX0E0Q7RSxonIjsl4rD5_vGd3SNl-gVAmhxadMgyw9UbMkBlaKjtT3YAeSxn0QtXuvZWTUW1eXaYiaH1dzLnIQlGJPFv61o6MtJG01_WPFOlrTkKkoUP5_H-9fctXx7LUL5mTk/s2048/397973673_10232974318637101_318175133520026012_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9ID1Eyd4xeujuYfBNnow0fEMDqsTfFNNuHENYhJ3upH4k5hpBWONMuWLX0E0Q7RSxonIjsl4rD5_vGd3SNl-gVAmhxadMgyw9UbMkBlaKjtT3YAeSxn0QtXuvZWTUW1eXaYiaH1dzLnIQlGJPFv61o6MtJG01_WPFOlrTkKkoUP5_H-9fctXx7LUL5mTk/s320/397973673_10232974318637101_318175133520026012_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Hugs and Tasha Puppy Kisses,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Jeanette</div><div><br /></div><b>Historical Sew Monthly - January 2023 - Back to the Beginning</b><div><b><br /></b></div><div>Challenge: Re-make one of your very first projects. Or make something that is the beginning of an entirely new outfit.</div><div>What the item is: False Rump</div><div>How it fits the Challenge: This false rump will create the full-bottomed and round-hipped shape for the beginning of a new outfit.</div><div>Material: Linen, cotton</div><div>Pattern: Free Frances Rump pattern by Scroop Patterns</div><div>Year: 1775-1795, this view being correct for 1775-1787</div><div>Notions: Waterfowl feathers and down, twill tape, thread</div><div>How historically accurate is it? The pattern and silhouette are very accurate, the fabrics and notions are accurate, but the false rump is primarily machine sewn.</div><div>Hours to complete: 4 hours</div><div>First worn: Halloween 2023</div><div>Total cost: Fabric $8, twill tape $4, feathers recycled from a pillow </div><div><br /></div><div><b>Historical Sew Monthly - September 2023 - The State of Fashion</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>Challenge: <span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Make something for which the fashion was influenced at that time in history (ex. sumptuary laws, tariffs, protests, conflicts, or social movements).</span></span></div><div>What the item is: 18th Century Gown</div><div>How it fits the Challenge: <span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: inherit; font-size: 15px; white-space-collapse: preserve;">Britain had its silk industry located in Spitalfields, London. Beautiful fabrics brocaded in silver and gold were produced. To protect the local industry the British government established high taxes on imported textiles. Between 1765 and 1768 riots occurred during a downturn in the silk weaving industry. The Spitalfields weavers organized to attempt to ensure that the rates of pay for their piece work was not cut beneath the level at which they could feed themselves and their families. Destruction, violence, and a hanging were all attributed to the Spitalfields riots.</span></div><div class="x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r x1vvkbs xtlvy1s x126k92a" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px; margin: 0.5em 0px 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; white-space-collapse: preserve;"><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: inherit;">I</span><span style="font-family: inherit;">'ve chosen a pattern close to that period (1775-1790) which has detailed and historically accurate sewing instructions greatly helping me learn period construction. I'll be making a mock-up from a non-silk fabric for a fun costume allowing for mistakes and learning, but will create the final gown in a beautiful silk.</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Materials: Faux silk taffeta, cotton</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Pattern: Angelica Gown by Scroop Patterns</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Year: 1775 - 1790</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Notions: Metal eyelets, yarn, lace, and the fun appliques.</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: inherit;">How historically accurate is it? I learned a lot of historical techniques from this pattern. I did machine sew where possible and, of course, the complete impression is non-historical. But it was fun and completely stress-free! So 10% - maybe. :)</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Hours to complete: With the appliques this took almost 40 hours.</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: inherit;">First worn: Halloween 2023</span></div><div dir="auto"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Total cost: $35</span></div></div><div><br /><div><b><br /></b></div><div><b><br /></b><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div></div></div>Jeanettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09186764620925579101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4439815537233502652.post-7828926351180410682023-09-23T19:47:00.002-04:002024-01-28T15:52:04.029-05:00Sewing the 1930s Kestos Bra and Zoma Belt #1930sWardrobe<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipQEC9Uan1sQ1mBZ9CZ3HgYg5yPWC35yuLyeLTJuI4dj8aGuWthxiALgiKIRRoJFxu1jvYFP7BLWNmVbZ5mKbk4bPhp-E4qX6B4snoU2sIBIeHodHHFRakxIrKzjYNnwMyCyrCh676wR3qeQvGXWLjWadK_jJfImfLdTXJEXhumx31fjKul_IDZJLyywEi/s1280/SewingKestosBraBelt.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipQEC9Uan1sQ1mBZ9CZ3HgYg5yPWC35yuLyeLTJuI4dj8aGuWthxiALgiKIRRoJFxu1jvYFP7BLWNmVbZ5mKbk4bPhp-E4qX6B4snoU2sIBIeHodHHFRakxIrKzjYNnwMyCyrCh676wR3qeQvGXWLjWadK_jJfImfLdTXJEXhumx31fjKul_IDZJLyywEi/s320/SewingKestosBraBelt.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Companion YouTube Video: <a href="https://youtu.be/YkSb4Arz2Lg" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/YkSb4Arz2Lg</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This blog post, and the companion YouTube video, are part of the series creating a 1930s wardrobe. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvk4YODpcEXoL2Lh4mMWKn56Okt6g6gYqcGyKc31kHZv6BsOnQz_oS6sKaSMmQEpW2cITQPz22EsQEqou0MsNqnaoqO55ozSs1Xzw_v-nZcpCAm_D9RdyuTMtxEp0cqjv-zrw2uWqmQuZJ-OpFhgF56qyUcjP83-NO4D23CYZGgRzN21P6xLdrA4p1y9if/s320/1930sWardrobeThumbnail.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="180" data-original-width="320" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvk4YODpcEXoL2Lh4mMWKn56Okt6g6gYqcGyKc31kHZv6BsOnQz_oS6sKaSMmQEpW2cITQPz22EsQEqou0MsNqnaoqO55ozSs1Xzw_v-nZcpCAm_D9RdyuTMtxEp0cqjv-zrw2uWqmQuZJ-OpFhgF56qyUcjP83-NO4D23CYZGgRzN21P6xLdrA4p1y9if/s1600/1930sWardrobeThumbnail.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Blog Post: <a href="https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2022/05/sewing-1930s-wardrobe.html" target="_blank">https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2022/05/sewing-1930s-wardrobe.html</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Complete 1930s Wardrobe YouTube Playlist:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKRJ01xNNbnUVTJCwW5DSTnLaM8FdDTH" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKRJ01xNNbnUVTJCwW5DSTnLaM8FdDTH</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">While the original 7-day event scheduled for May 2020 was cancelled, and the October 2022 was postponed, I'll be wearing the 1930s wardrobe in 2023 for a 12-day Eastern Caribbean tour with stops in five ports. The very special part of this trip is that it will be on board what has long been a dream of mine - the Queen Mary 2. Excited? Absolutely! If you've followed me on social media you know I've been trying to spend time on this gorgeous Art Deco ocean liner. It's a dream come true and I will share the wardrobe and adventure with you!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgS_XLeh5Rs_6CA3cS6zy1YeUUvEnukFaf_3fYXCXcHMaNmptDLQH_OLwkg9XSCZxbgVWvkQU6ppn8cwXh-Q8EQTuBJA7aqM6vJ0BaafjiDej5KxGU9Hck9D-JHbgFicu3LSwDd9U15OcDIcTX88ZKksi6XAXbmpi5WZOwOp6PiVShKWEk9OP0n0NSfRcAK/s1096/368679660_10232456674256315_6118665822846723866_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="1096" height="234" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgS_XLeh5Rs_6CA3cS6zy1YeUUvEnukFaf_3fYXCXcHMaNmptDLQH_OLwkg9XSCZxbgVWvkQU6ppn8cwXh-Q8EQTuBJA7aqM6vJ0BaafjiDej5KxGU9Hck9D-JHbgFicu3LSwDd9U15OcDIcTX88ZKksi6XAXbmpi5WZOwOp6PiVShKWEk9OP0n0NSfRcAK/s320/368679660_10232456674256315_6118665822846723866_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I've already shared blog posts and companion videos of the sewing of the 1930s bras and tap pants, 1930s slips, and a 1930s corset garter belt. Blog posts links and the YouTube Playlist link will be shared.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixOmDE3R80xXZ6tODK-9whemU0d80de0r2Oghte_N3zG5rBl13AoNPzzJLlorevnZ_wCpGIVTUBfMqnWGKc_YUbT8oD212MuH5SC3E5u_Ke8Z3xMeLa7rokAv3A6-l-ddJFcMG7X3jgtWwUYnzEkcQba-y-nk_ovQJIH_xPziJeVcFl-y2-QhyRWYa4KG_/s320/Sewing%201930s%20Bras%20&%20Tap%20Pants.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="180" data-original-width="320" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixOmDE3R80xXZ6tODK-9whemU0d80de0r2Oghte_N3zG5rBl13AoNPzzJLlorevnZ_wCpGIVTUBfMqnWGKc_YUbT8oD212MuH5SC3E5u_Ke8Z3xMeLa7rokAv3A6-l-ddJFcMG7X3jgtWwUYnzEkcQba-y-nk_ovQJIH_xPziJeVcFl-y2-QhyRWYa4KG_/s1600/Sewing%201930s%20Bras%20&%20Tap%20Pants.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Blog Post: <a href="https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2023/05/sewing-1930s-bras-and-tap-pants.html" target="_blank">https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2023/05/sewing-1930s-bras-and-tap-pants.html</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdBGfIFbbAfYpkcy8Fy__w7NGZty_xx4iiWTBy0gPnIzCXW3p8NMDs6vL16JvQHZOWbzK0ng4VLZt4aSsuyBMAkcldqKmPSDdfWAdz4NLrJmjU9pNoH4rM-Rd-0imj-W_bcjCQ9diiXRCWczyjgzmOPH75m1fervtFKu9WXxOWKAyUuL2arIajOgwxh6cQ/s320/Sewing%201930s%20Slips.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="180" data-original-width="320" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdBGfIFbbAfYpkcy8Fy__w7NGZty_xx4iiWTBy0gPnIzCXW3p8NMDs6vL16JvQHZOWbzK0ng4VLZt4aSsuyBMAkcldqKmPSDdfWAdz4NLrJmjU9pNoH4rM-Rd-0imj-W_bcjCQ9diiXRCWczyjgzmOPH75m1fervtFKu9WXxOWKAyUuL2arIajOgwxh6cQ/s1600/Sewing%201930s%20Slips.png" width="320" /></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Blog Post: <a href="https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2023/06/sewing-1930s-slips-1930s-wardrobe.html" target="_blank">https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2023/06/sewing-1930s-slips-1930s-wardrobe.html</a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJCqhpmfP__qZq45bUQK9etgGfOw31kqgSKCvOlI4LLB7ij-zdFbZRn0N4cQfmOryxPTJ88scFht-XXNSyf1fFbRWElMLyjbEclHM1xMPPZll1FKRypSij8-caqIIa2L9FI-dmK8B9w9m_72YTbZKkmI7RzLQzLIpPvLX_eBJ-8hr7ob0xD-XnJYfHx_7a/s1280/Sewinga1930sCorsetGarterBelt%20(1).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJCqhpmfP__qZq45bUQK9etgGfOw31kqgSKCvOlI4LLB7ij-zdFbZRn0N4cQfmOryxPTJ88scFht-XXNSyf1fFbRWElMLyjbEclHM1xMPPZll1FKRypSij8-caqIIa2L9FI-dmK8B9w9m_72YTbZKkmI7RzLQzLIpPvLX_eBJ-8hr7ob0xD-XnJYfHx_7a/s320/Sewinga1930sCorsetGarterBelt%20(1).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Blog Post: <a href="https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2023/08/sewing-1930s-corset-garter-belt.html" target="_blank">https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2023/08/sewing-1930s-corset-garter-belt.html</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>The Underpinnings Museum</b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: left;">While searching for girdle and garter belt patterns on Etsy I discovered underthings patterns offered by The Underpinnings Museum. These included some fabulous 1930s patterns and down the rabbit hole I went.<br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFE3p-w67537vP4QHOgij-fYnsMHnQu3rfuLSbz7EQJOm7uBf7MFx1lA2q-n36eIy7VnhbJfIu_FihOqpOwfK3zSJBJ1EykEnALhP6g0Qj4GYCL8xkIgxtfRfuzTWwHGDB0PyMmpmOIsJvIbu5IdCy2oUeuaHsFXPDZC78gs2XIlcIH9oC8B7TuKW2vNEy/s1983/379720834_10232683632530130_5358738865800934906_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1983" data-original-width="948" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFE3p-w67537vP4QHOgij-fYnsMHnQu3rfuLSbz7EQJOm7uBf7MFx1lA2q-n36eIy7VnhbJfIu_FihOqpOwfK3zSJBJ1EykEnALhP6g0Qj4GYCL8xkIgxtfRfuzTWwHGDB0PyMmpmOIsJvIbu5IdCy2oUeuaHsFXPDZC78gs2XIlcIH9oC8B7TuKW2vNEy/s320/379720834_10232683632530130_5358738865800934906_n.jpg" width="153" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Underpinnings Museum is an online archive dedicated to the history of underwear. Each object is accompanied by detailed imagery, technical, and contextural information.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAdBQ6vv5Jsu0_AvK32I4qrJMYCEwYtqe7LXUSLlnakxF7UTnWPDN2G_NLPQtxkgfP_R4CgzG8Ep8xxFRhBPv80lCy_Ze9YhNI7kIvu1nXFsq3yX8Fv1_0ZVPv1o7iFNAlNgCnVBCyKdzFrvv-tneM3ueiTPXX2e81e6pjCFuzHNbTYHuvXipTTShPziY-/s1913/Screenshot%20(98).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="984" data-original-width="1913" height="165" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAdBQ6vv5Jsu0_AvK32I4qrJMYCEwYtqe7LXUSLlnakxF7UTnWPDN2G_NLPQtxkgfP_R4CgzG8Ep8xxFRhBPv80lCy_Ze9YhNI7kIvu1nXFsq3yX8Fv1_0ZVPv1o7iFNAlNgCnVBCyKdzFrvv-tneM3ueiTPXX2e81e6pjCFuzHNbTYHuvXipTTShPziY-/s320/Screenshot%20(98).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://underpinningsmuseum.com/" target="_blank">https://underpinningsmuseum.com/</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Their collections are searchable.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTzuJsGKLNG-PSOAxxL4hu-kZSD_rMzuxLCrqKSI01hZQWdMjvmufBrGrWT13c9IUWHX06tTibW_k2YpskNFh1wNClClLDzhmx9VNRHPM6ywtRMkmhwNzdktFNriamzhSL0fPUYHmiGJqnb42ocL6o2uNQwXKRi-kPh8j5-5atLCXFTqv0OSXKGtjXfK1H/s1897/Screenshot%20(94).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="985" data-original-width="1897" height="166" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTzuJsGKLNG-PSOAxxL4hu-kZSD_rMzuxLCrqKSI01hZQWdMjvmufBrGrWT13c9IUWHX06tTibW_k2YpskNFh1wNClClLDzhmx9VNRHPM6ywtRMkmhwNzdktFNriamzhSL0fPUYHmiGJqnb42ocL6o2uNQwXKRi-kPh8j5-5atLCXFTqv0OSXKGtjXfK1H/s320/Screenshot%20(94).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">They have created Exhibitions including Incendiary: A History of Red Lingerie,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje-1p4-ZMbfK-5bhKO01U8v6oUwdRFY7dTin5e-agu3vV-6MWIZiwHS5iqKXJC6LFYY5CvKdm1A0APgV5w1wV1ZdKQAGbYEDwIF3Pi8ll7w1fqwCi0kCZ2xCG1ju9pNuxclbJ2SwtX56QeGj2MspN4sxYpU-Tkd1eRcnewGuknZra2vZG1vDoND-A3Xr8L/s1920/Screenshot%20(95).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="959" data-original-width="1920" height="160" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje-1p4-ZMbfK-5bhKO01U8v6oUwdRFY7dTin5e-agu3vV-6MWIZiwHS5iqKXJC6LFYY5CvKdm1A0APgV5w1wV1ZdKQAGbYEDwIF3Pi8ll7w1fqwCi0kCZ2xCG1ju9pNuxclbJ2SwtX56QeGj2MspN4sxYpU-Tkd1eRcnewGuknZra2vZG1vDoND-A3Xr8L/s320/Screenshot%20(95).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Silken Petals: Flowers, Femininity & Lingerie,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1C9hXWMC9HqBxjfFo_dqtYvaS3hLkJ2JlnBAfuEjdY8JcAvtqFWut5vt3bHl_UL7Fvo0jmUIhfaVh3uRiLQWIxtX4iaD_HJ00W4ktHK43Hu2dYPCwMuFDkZ3K-F6N_kYmxLtrSH0iRR6RAnnlse5R5fj3h5iUpWiGoeARcgctykt25tToCmCDe-L55oox/s1909/Screenshot%20(96).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="928" data-original-width="1909" height="156" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1C9hXWMC9HqBxjfFo_dqtYvaS3hLkJ2JlnBAfuEjdY8JcAvtqFWut5vt3bHl_UL7Fvo0jmUIhfaVh3uRiLQWIxtX4iaD_HJ00W4ktHK43Hu2dYPCwMuFDkZ3K-F6N_kYmxLtrSH0iRR6RAnnlse5R5fj3h5iUpWiGoeARcgctykt25tToCmCDe-L55oox/s320/Screenshot%20(96).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">and Gilded Lilies: A Sparklewren Retrospective.</div><br /></div><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmq0SD_rPN1n6vlmHcLqZFzIhOMQ01OvqiqkqxmaYFuna0c1nFr9HQk4j3cfkKm3jFUPxiX5pmMsD4wFChzgyDF-C9qstw8EZwwbF5KKoRTCMb6acEiXDGYQhajOI6fKyyUoMy8kxE9h48iN_oTS-f8qEfWIRVzf5XIEW--bH1dnYE0dWsGWP4uBDSj6GH/s1907/Screenshot%20(97).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="1907" height="161" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmq0SD_rPN1n6vlmHcLqZFzIhOMQ01OvqiqkqxmaYFuna0c1nFr9HQk4j3cfkKm3jFUPxiX5pmMsD4wFChzgyDF-C9qstw8EZwwbF5KKoRTCMb6acEiXDGYQhajOI6fKyyUoMy8kxE9h48iN_oTS-f8qEfWIRVzf5XIEW--bH1dnYE0dWsGWP4uBDSj6GH/s320/Screenshot%20(97).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://underpinningsmuseum.com/exhibitions/" target="_blank">https://underpinningsmuseum.com/exhibitions/</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I hadn't been aware of the archive and am so pleased I found it! I'll include a link if you are interested as well.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Underpinnings Museum pattern offerings on Etsy are also interesting and help support the online archive. I'll share a link.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg21nH8kGe7EJdfvGzLlIGsc6uvPw7QKAEkLhSAReeg3NCSe8-yF0srGRL66cR941pGAt8L2Zi8kXm4fMAxDiJdCuGlySAb2-5bLcbPyCH1BPYPA5tsVtddPbRIFRmmCVu__6AoZt9F-vt1HGQVuOosoVBrlhJCuV5CL-eTZfGSQS3-wzCCyrRT7mC4GD9V/s1905/Screenshot%20(99).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="981" data-original-width="1905" height="165" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg21nH8kGe7EJdfvGzLlIGsc6uvPw7QKAEkLhSAReeg3NCSe8-yF0srGRL66cR941pGAt8L2Zi8kXm4fMAxDiJdCuGlySAb2-5bLcbPyCH1BPYPA5tsVtddPbRIFRmmCVu__6AoZt9F-vt1HGQVuOosoVBrlhJCuV5CL-eTZfGSQS3-wzCCyrRT7mC4GD9V/s320/Screenshot%20(99).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/underpinningsmuseum?ref=shop_sugg_market" target="_blank">https://www.etsy.com/shop/underpinningsmuseum?ref=shop_sugg_market</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">At the time I was only interested in finding a garter belt to support stockings for more casual wear. The 1930s Kestos Zoma Suspender Belt pattern was offered in multi-size and I purchased it.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-Bacizx_w51zImHeHk2dO-yIL48QH_mpEpGGHElR-n7_Si92r_UHNOUZZCSJQ21y-edPG1sdHJQ-Li9sK7qktYDQrt7INitZxgAE1MTWN1y0vFuS2bqUkKjnXYYzs0uxc7q5qoVuVYQ_Jg1x1W3cCN6ylkOLcxQUAAZjJjopO1glVm9CN8iQ2b8S_1KQW/s1908/Screenshot%20(100).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="981" data-original-width="1908" height="165" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-Bacizx_w51zImHeHk2dO-yIL48QH_mpEpGGHElR-n7_Si92r_UHNOUZZCSJQ21y-edPG1sdHJQ-Li9sK7qktYDQrt7INitZxgAE1MTWN1y0vFuS2bqUkKjnXYYzs0uxc7q5qoVuVYQ_Jg1x1W3cCN6ylkOLcxQUAAZjJjopO1glVm9CN8iQ2b8S_1KQW/s320/Screenshot%20(100).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/988405170/1930s-kestos-zoma-retro-pin-up-style?click_key=fcb6da80ec8faa171b0307f5fcb5eb0794c5e6ef%3A988405170&click_sum=321df793&ref=shop_home_active_8" target="_blank">https://www.etsy.com/listing/988405170/1930s-kestos-zoma-retro-pin-up-style?click_key=fcb6da80ec8faa171b0307f5fcb5eb0794c5e6ef%3A988405170&click_sum=321df793&ref=shop_home_active_8</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And just down the page was the 1930s Kestos Style Bra pattern, also multi-sized. Also purchased.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSlgikSKqvM6umiTR2j-SW5GugjNJqjK54aPXMp6JANfXhK9vr6djjbNkjhilCHUVt0ys7be8dbkvftUe3SoZwI6wwdnPat5A-UM5SAe0h_644YtRxcoDX4X5gjZaODlLaH-Nm4KHrdpskXaCv_oO6SYbD0XNkUJzIh0jTENcPZvCqCCHtKj1RdnXBPXza/s1905/Screenshot%20(101).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="984" data-original-width="1905" height="165" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSlgikSKqvM6umiTR2j-SW5GugjNJqjK54aPXMp6JANfXhK9vr6djjbNkjhilCHUVt0ys7be8dbkvftUe3SoZwI6wwdnPat5A-UM5SAe0h_644YtRxcoDX4X5gjZaODlLaH-Nm4KHrdpskXaCv_oO6SYbD0XNkUJzIh0jTENcPZvCqCCHtKj1RdnXBPXza/s320/Screenshot%20(101).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/707269237/c-1930s-kestos-style-bra-pattern-a3a4?click_key=f1f5026799ebc98a3fda954cd6f499505bf5a201%3A707269237&click_sum=4d52c8b4&ref=shop_home_active_17" target="_blank">https://www.etsy.com/listing/707269237/c-1930s-kestos-style-bra-pattern-a3a4?click_key=f1f5026799ebc98a3fda954cd6f499505bf5a201%3A707269237&click_sum=4d52c8b4&ref=shop_home_active_17</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">As I learned, Kestos was a British lingerie brand founded in London in 1925 with its major innovation to feminine underwear in the 1930s being the development of the two separate, distinct, and defined cups for bras.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaUq97L-4YDv286chJtwq6ENRMbrX8i9A5r5vl-DJDaa2H0eYxeOPuWc79l9sWtN39miNOrG92RVCbVURyxE3zrBFW1Yo9zZKleMKjCSwQDuO08WpYydAWvVVzBBImBuF6Trf0ODdZDcuB9tTZG5u5eCogrD1ck1qzji5-lygQzQ3_pK7bCdK6dPWy46-v/s3525/KestosAd.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3525" data-original-width="2000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaUq97L-4YDv286chJtwq6ENRMbrX8i9A5r5vl-DJDaa2H0eYxeOPuWc79l9sWtN39miNOrG92RVCbVURyxE3zrBFW1Yo9zZKleMKjCSwQDuO08WpYydAWvVVzBBImBuF6Trf0ODdZDcuB9tTZG5u5eCogrD1ck1qzji5-lygQzQ3_pK7bCdK6dPWy46-v/s320/KestosAd.jpg" width="182" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Underpinnings Museum on Etsy also offered a pattern for a 1930s Anti-Chafing 'Pantlet' Cut Out Shorts in Sizes UK 8-20. Also wonderful for dancers and anyone seeking a bit more comfort.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3ST7o-Nplq5BU3HSadhCiub_ECOGiNXftriIA68W2fm6jn-huPUrkOLRFkVHndCR9RNommya0bKTJf1NcTXFF-PcQ24UBljVMYHsgxt9NsRFQbqR0NhQcg4Nmhrp1bwRvg4YdywQW98d4pK6vk5KHJhZWXEsrh_0alzKGC-c9ghQcn-nGTF4lrD96qMMZ/s2048/380609472_10232683636770236_3693296873488526351_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="955" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3ST7o-Nplq5BU3HSadhCiub_ECOGiNXftriIA68W2fm6jn-huPUrkOLRFkVHndCR9RNommya0bKTJf1NcTXFF-PcQ24UBljVMYHsgxt9NsRFQbqR0NhQcg4Nmhrp1bwRvg4YdywQW98d4pK6vk5KHJhZWXEsrh_0alzKGC-c9ghQcn-nGTF4lrD96qMMZ/s320/380609472_10232683636770236_3693296873488526351_n.jpg" width="149" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/1281186936/c-1930s-anti-chafing-pantlet-cut-out?click_key=d5956f3f154d31680ee6481d3a9b7dd26ee92f77%3A1281186936&click_sum=ec6af16f&ref=shop_home_active_21" target="_blank">https://www.etsy.com/listing/1281186936/c-1930s-anti-chafing-pantlet-cut-out?click_key=d5956f3f154d31680ee6481d3a9b7dd26ee92f77%3A1281186936&click_sum=ec6af16f&ref=shop_home_active_21</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">With the purchase of the 1930s Kestos Style Bra and 1930s Kestos Zoma Suspender Belt patterns, I was ready to begin another adventure into creating 1930s underthings.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The 1930s Kestos Style Bra</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The downloadable pattern includes technical drawings, the original garment pattern and sewing instructions, information and photo detail of the original garment, and individual multi-sized patterns. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4ar5UFfv8HAps5Dy7q9UsL1yPvCYHmHgNlGzr8W3oVxuPYblUsLuIwgDp67dNvBUyyaIiTgJmGWDJlJx-eYeeANNE8RN7eolkTZB9-mmuLAclpFSOwnLKCens8Fg9tJiouzZB7cPnRxQIOFM3lZ2I32vmbjFxD5LRmM_JlqZddGjLNuLrfxtF67xSW_NK/s1080/379858710_10232683635970216_4983477105076022615_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4ar5UFfv8HAps5Dy7q9UsL1yPvCYHmHgNlGzr8W3oVxuPYblUsLuIwgDp67dNvBUyyaIiTgJmGWDJlJx-eYeeANNE8RN7eolkTZB9-mmuLAclpFSOwnLKCens8Fg9tJiouzZB7cPnRxQIOFM3lZ2I32vmbjFxD5LRmM_JlqZddGjLNuLrfxtF67xSW_NK/s320/379858710_10232683635970216_4983477105076022615_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5BCQbghRrs4ck7Bzwg4XuOQXnoJFCMe_zwHI8N2MNBiO3meY1ZwiJbKT1ojO7877sM52ChYrHSAj7B4Dc007tb9IpclvYnBS7vxCM8fM8yPgtTqfals4pTsZPiKr8B9mR0WwjzDsdjNB1vNJGBYMvk9iYqhN0T-U7Yx-qoZhldD3MnAXMQADG_mdKxx45/s320/380652891_10232683636130220_6405998777615672811_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I have a bit of red satin left from a destash group purchase and used for several projects, a bit of red embroidered roses on black net trim, some leftover satin double fold bias binding, and 1/4" elastic. (I'll tell you here that the 1/4" elastic was not enough for the heavy satin and I had to redo that portion of the project and replace with 3/8" non-roll knit elastic.)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYoIfEAH_piNvSVMWFiVFZ505MQt3XB4Kn9BqvUngTliNl5Lj8R6DX4ckyWialEC_2nJ5bEuRfI_oBVjvKHv6JvJR3YXKqfduBwz35qpIgVCia-_a5qiKTMspMw8IXuMPJysmX0ZxjF3DRNrIJgdlSZC6RcVgIa0fwkZ-UCr1Gj9SuHA7g2NXAxZX1jfpW/s2048/379613798_10232683637330250_2418831086142239025_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYoIfEAH_piNvSVMWFiVFZ505MQt3XB4Kn9BqvUngTliNl5Lj8R6DX4ckyWialEC_2nJ5bEuRfI_oBVjvKHv6JvJR3YXKqfduBwz35qpIgVCia-_a5qiKTMspMw8IXuMPJysmX0ZxjF3DRNrIJgdlSZC6RcVgIa0fwkZ-UCr1Gj9SuHA7g2NXAxZX1jfpW/s320/379613798_10232683637330250_2418831086142239025_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The pattern for my size is cut.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6zkgV7f19uT05QUpy7FvOJCoA4sNsknqUn-0E8exx7fnAKeANJi9xn6ZmY8GKPWStR0vKMGgqUkP0-OG0exVjr_n3t9ydqQnULuDIKwXDc6YREgbZey34JZ7F_qNld5QlG9pYOQyN1tR6JPLCEnlu0MsHCwSk7nzg6IILvhVe1r2Bd6I3mj7qKG7y851w/s2048/379843316_10232683639330300_1104395823535595345_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6zkgV7f19uT05QUpy7FvOJCoA4sNsknqUn-0E8exx7fnAKeANJi9xn6ZmY8GKPWStR0vKMGgqUkP0-OG0exVjr_n3t9ydqQnULuDIKwXDc6YREgbZey34JZ7F_qNld5QlG9pYOQyN1tR6JPLCEnlu0MsHCwSk7nzg6IILvhVe1r2Bd6I3mj7qKG7y851w/s320/379843316_10232683639330300_1104395823535595345_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The satin is cut for the Main Cup. The pattern suggested silk georgette for the four Top Cup pieces but I only had a light satin and cut that. The Top Cup pieces were to provide backing for the embroidery but since my trim extended from one side of the Main Cup to the other side, I omitted the Top Cup pieces.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfwEJSMISLuBFI-kf6XMKw31JoAf3LrcERezVPwH_6SjWFxjEQjHpigW5HqE8eUSGpTZ34xfopQ9SDksNlsZSsod-y6HQra8Gi2DRxDlmQXSH5hrDQaAWI2CV2acDLNg_GGspXoM-wGe_kG9dkoissnceyJ9t_eDQVnOa_8XSlCCmhD_FqYE39JAX7MJm7/s2048/379767251_10232683641130345_882014662679178605_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfwEJSMISLuBFI-kf6XMKw31JoAf3LrcERezVPwH_6SjWFxjEQjHpigW5HqE8eUSGpTZ34xfopQ9SDksNlsZSsod-y6HQra8Gi2DRxDlmQXSH5hrDQaAWI2CV2acDLNg_GGspXoM-wGe_kG9dkoissnceyJ9t_eDQVnOa_8XSlCCmhD_FqYE39JAX7MJm7/s320/379767251_10232683641130345_882014662679178605_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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It is sewn to the lower edge of the cups with right sides together, then turned to the inside. The entire length of the underband is then sewn along the open edge leaving an opening for inserting the shoulder straps and the elastic. All measurements are included in the pattern instructions.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqqnSMItECUHGpdrwX4kGT-l1H2F3cLECcHSR06QA5vrx7XN6IZ8w3wYpENk3CCMgDajT9NGVoe5Fl3q-w00G-BYHq0m8lwWqKWcZ6K4jRBfIzRsYOMYsPd3o7fWj_bXPdawOtXNfNF1ayTQow6Uq15K57h07qGxDPKaSAHnJcPhNjgmyd-zv8wP0nQh1K/s2048/378960184_10232684183743910_7144072419434494935_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqqnSMItECUHGpdrwX4kGT-l1H2F3cLECcHSR06QA5vrx7XN6IZ8w3wYpENk3CCMgDajT9NGVoe5Fl3q-w00G-BYHq0m8lwWqKWcZ6K4jRBfIzRsYOMYsPd3o7fWj_bXPdawOtXNfNF1ayTQow6Uq15K57h07qGxDPKaSAHnJcPhNjgmyd-zv8wP0nQh1K/s320/378960184_10232684183743910_7144072419434494935_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinrNMtDdRaEgmvXUZNDFXydOaGCccMs913TDrh2sj0a20Ln9gbE1Zcx4k3BLS5V42knwhumwcz3cdLwe1U5Lyjv47dJFtGusEELHCihMBoq0vNUgAXXKGGHLOVuqpaahSJaTI0zB7NyMZx-0d5wRpMZ_X6yxJkzgMimeEElM6ui6lNsHTPDeb-u3YKdL5B/s2048/379613784_10232684183983916_8120676266508596276_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinrNMtDdRaEgmvXUZNDFXydOaGCccMs913TDrh2sj0a20Ln9gbE1Zcx4k3BLS5V42knwhumwcz3cdLwe1U5Lyjv47dJFtGusEELHCihMBoq0vNUgAXXKGGHLOVuqpaahSJaTI0zB7NyMZx-0d5wRpMZ_X6yxJkzgMimeEElM6ui6lNsHTPDeb-u3YKdL5B/s320/379613784_10232684183983916_8120676266508596276_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I threaded the elastic into the underband from the end using a safety pin, turned the binding in to create a clean edge, and then hand stitched the elastic and binding in place. Here the elastic is pinned inside the underband with the underband gathered.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxf8YNEzf8iUJf_H8Axdku18Fd5xKILlh6qEY7paS6EDsEkdIs4tqFP9viVOerKsz1-3t1Awt1Yp9U3mst99BwiL4Uqwa3ircpSAh-yOMhSrYv-OsZC5lu7dVim49a3m3Z1AzQT7Ho1Z6880v71tsQSbloyZI7QZln5G29v2VLZhOi7X-QN_3cJZZmbzV2/s2048/379716850_10232684185463953_6588331490336598941_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxf8YNEzf8iUJf_H8Axdku18Fd5xKILlh6qEY7paS6EDsEkdIs4tqFP9viVOerKsz1-3t1Awt1Yp9U3mst99BwiL4Uqwa3ircpSAh-yOMhSrYv-OsZC5lu7dVim49a3m3Z1AzQT7Ho1Z6880v71tsQSbloyZI7QZln5G29v2VLZhOi7X-QN_3cJZZmbzV2/s320/379716850_10232684185463953_6588331490336598941_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjH98Noq0sr0RCEibGQJNU_1rkgkqJKRQPLWi_UFK7P_--W_kYYhI29yVJq9TKaEIbjfhM1O3G0q5EW4GGmaMK2m6FxSja8D5g8pWjl84d3DNhRID2SH4JgqE93N2ByHgZRxD2pJCJ6Y7dHCKpGH57U3eiIXemuywdq0mXqGu5mBqdc_HCxGZGRygKV_Q0j/s2048/379611025_10232684185023942_1752745948147151448_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjH98Noq0sr0RCEibGQJNU_1rkgkqJKRQPLWi_UFK7P_--W_kYYhI29yVJq9TKaEIbjfhM1O3G0q5EW4GGmaMK2m6FxSja8D5g8pWjl84d3DNhRID2SH4JgqE93N2ByHgZRxD2pJCJ6Y7dHCKpGH57U3eiIXemuywdq0mXqGu5mBqdc_HCxGZGRygKV_Q0j/s320/379611025_10232684185023942_1752745948147151448_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Another test fit and the elastic is securely sewn and the opening sewn closed. The straps are still pinned to the front.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgU0-fyTwBXiSCMBT9cX4kzKY_9U2mQoN9A4u-itKgORTMf-sxG99OPd3RcVjWw5MowBxcagtgZpf3nrBEKAm073REuKdvj5I2HYO9-K__ZHpxkbFnBvkk9HdxPlG_StV30DJ1XK-QjzTmoz3awlhf1OnfHN0vpwe2ZBzvO24Y5wYHGRzyB5lGb_9K4N-NL/s2048/379913037_10232684186543980_6182478049079612909_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgU0-fyTwBXiSCMBT9cX4kzKY_9U2mQoN9A4u-itKgORTMf-sxG99OPd3RcVjWw5MowBxcagtgZpf3nrBEKAm073REuKdvj5I2HYO9-K__ZHpxkbFnBvkk9HdxPlG_StV30DJ1XK-QjzTmoz3awlhf1OnfHN0vpwe2ZBzvO24Y5wYHGRzyB5lGb_9K4N-NL/s320/379913037_10232684186543980_6182478049079612909_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">If, like me, you need a tutorial for techniques you don't use often, I'll share a link for my favorite from Professor Pincushion.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnvOy1BKBjeDti_-IyxVXTGs3gDgnGK9ee1DPwalciSrzga2aFjociVyxZ5JJJXLZ5I6pWmT9a_YQlJ9tmVxc0uPdXsX3D8p_0li2yVjpZKjQeMs-gsqjiUlpRd-HU0iK36YpNZ2HXKyM8c0u163mGPT_arLoThKhyGzeSi6FU9upU7pUzS0CRb2HRdV0_/s1294/Screenshot%20(102).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1022" data-original-width="1294" height="253" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnvOy1BKBjeDti_-IyxVXTGs3gDgnGK9ee1DPwalciSrzga2aFjociVyxZ5JJJXLZ5I6pWmT9a_YQlJ9tmVxc0uPdXsX3D8p_0li2yVjpZKjQeMs-gsqjiUlpRd-HU0iK36YpNZ2HXKyM8c0u163mGPT_arLoThKhyGzeSi6FU9upU7pUzS0CRb2HRdV0_/s320/Screenshot%20(102).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;"><b>The Finished 1930s Kestos Style Bra</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The 1930s Kestos Style Bra is finished and shown here with the black rayon tap pants made earlier.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlRVKlDCjcY8EbYT9WMb5ZJn_1-Q79710xyeiSyJ7medv7ZlNmcD7zlHv-1IfnUiEtQqZyPYIgHOCjSLhgUrVBUI9sIXbJpmpQtCMVPZIz88YfPNdGTwhQlGZWjO5L0svZfW84vxiCHmzZAzql_mTpb5N5brchTsh54paVxria-Y2mhqP99vfPKGwN3rFy/s2048/379840423_10232684190824087_4617697999661507904_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlRVKlDCjcY8EbYT9WMb5ZJn_1-Q79710xyeiSyJ7medv7ZlNmcD7zlHv-1IfnUiEtQqZyPYIgHOCjSLhgUrVBUI9sIXbJpmpQtCMVPZIz88YfPNdGTwhQlGZWjO5L0svZfW84vxiCHmzZAzql_mTpb5N5brchTsh54paVxria-Y2mhqP99vfPKGwN3rFy/s320/379840423_10232684190824087_4617697999661507904_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;">I'll use the same red satin (Incendiary Red) used for the Kestos Style Bra, with garters given to me by a costume friend, and black hooks and eyes.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXh229AEyjoeCX-DX4J_fatsnM26tIQyahK3uRkvR3Jle-7heAqIv62D72zb4cds0UjbG8fLGM_60pxA6fh9QNf2djY8pzIxhrgwugG58mBOJ34xtHRESlIweba-8IibvNXXpSMIEyucDUK5fw2_HobL5iHWxfQFu8wfi2NdTr7WcSAS7VMKwsH59xFcW_/s2048/380609510_10232683637810262_4870788590940823500_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXh229AEyjoeCX-DX4J_fatsnM26tIQyahK3uRkvR3Jle-7heAqIv62D72zb4cds0UjbG8fLGM_60pxA6fh9QNf2djY8pzIxhrgwugG58mBOJ34xtHRESlIweba-8IibvNXXpSMIEyucDUK5fw2_HobL5iHWxfQFu8wfi2NdTr7WcSAS7VMKwsH59xFcW_/s320/380609510_10232683637810262_4870788590940823500_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I cut the graded pattern for my size. There is a Centre Back Panel, a Side Panel, and guides for the crossover ribbons and ribbon loops.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsPaPVbh8cjUSlpKgWO0ZTiDBxIm3a_EwsZoePnx3v-WCjzII5AFmIw1uRmdKElHd09OgSpgv3WdjXDDXGRPu2kE5XvprIN-oaJq9eh1_ShX22s4oQ9mf3Kr8g1fE9tHDQuz2x08MeuAL8liBB3KGcAZzU_ibCTG9zFoOSkX1Evw_Z0bs2RljDiWpn5apG/s2048/379867858_10232683638610282_548035356398639671_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsPaPVbh8cjUSlpKgWO0ZTiDBxIm3a_EwsZoePnx3v-WCjzII5AFmIw1uRmdKElHd09OgSpgv3WdjXDDXGRPu2kE5XvprIN-oaJq9eh1_ShX22s4oQ9mf3Kr8g1fE9tHDQuz2x08MeuAL8liBB3KGcAZzU_ibCTG9zFoOSkX1Evw_Z0bs2RljDiWpn5apG/s320/379867858_10232683638610282_548035356398639671_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The sewing instructions called for a single layer of fabric narrowly hemmed on all edges. I've worn suspender belts and know they can take a lot of strain between holding the stockings and sitting. I could see myself strolling down Promenade Deck of the Queen Mary 2 in my split skirt, blouse, and vest with cute shoes and stockings and suddenly a narrow hem fails and my cute stockings are now puddled around my cute shoes. Yikes!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjE6CM8GUn2bbrH-AwQ_uyNJTLL3cd79MkDb2BGecsQhExycHbDcCJwH48k_n9lrS7GPfblzzH8HhcWsX71v5f-OkrRJ7hUYActd8ZY0XPaQFkAvfJAS-lprAu6zIFQ_KMcerxbld8iuJPuXisrKYFkVhmEDZOqY-gByzKkLoaP7jdyoV87ePw8UIuc5kon/s180/Blushing.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="180" data-original-width="180" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjE6CM8GUn2bbrH-AwQ_uyNJTLL3cd79MkDb2BGecsQhExycHbDcCJwH48k_n9lrS7GPfblzzH8HhcWsX71v5f-OkrRJ7hUYActd8ZY0XPaQFkAvfJAS-lprAu6zIFQ_KMcerxbld8iuJPuXisrKYFkVhmEDZOqY-gByzKkLoaP7jdyoV87ePw8UIuc5kon/s1600/Blushing.jpg" width="180" /></a></div>So I decided to sew my version with a double layer which could then be topstitched for added strength.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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I substituted the doublefold bias binding sewn closed at the open edge. It is inserted in the four openings and then the remainder of the handstitching is done. The ribbon loops are attached to the crossover ribbons with an embroidered X. All edges of the main belt are topstitched 1/8" and then again 3/8" from the outside edges for added strength.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8BOoRAXlGOm920aMZ4RT9e2ZeX49dcusDfwEhUhdtS9T1pjgpuoGv_cxJckpLlp-LQycrg2aLmqJ82ZEKdALdj6ItK2Y0WTAyramUetP9WiXCCeHN168LI7BlnzurP08Lrmg9ufp1eGj1Q8lhLCRW0a8KTXjmTxOuCIdHmQo507L9CePaWiNqQ9oz6AM0/s2048/382195872_10232696768738527_8288355285686268363_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8BOoRAXlGOm920aMZ4RT9e2ZeX49dcusDfwEhUhdtS9T1pjgpuoGv_cxJckpLlp-LQycrg2aLmqJ82ZEKdALdj6ItK2Y0WTAyramUetP9WiXCCeHN168LI7BlnzurP08Lrmg9ufp1eGj1Q8lhLCRW0a8KTXjmTxOuCIdHmQo507L9CePaWiNqQ9oz6AM0/s320/382195872_10232696768738527_8288355285686268363_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;">The belt fits beautifully if I place the hooks and eyes so that the fabric meets at the center. To make sure I sew my hooks and eyes securely (don't want those cute stockings falling!) I watch several YouTube videos from favorite creators as a refresher. I'll share links.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDx0M52MFTpHPqsTxt8VaUx2ssrUQEaQEDQsfL6-y3QP2KF9iPJ2tYbhmfSsRMVQp2Wmpuhf_XOey3_Q-CZkD3dbbMh9t3-oo_Dk0sV5rSlkqvhAWGQHwvAWiDzmS6P22oGztcFBr__uDhXlF2vSfDBZ8lVL2XYl3v53WjjayA2EeTyhmy4ipK6Oqt2KqI/s2048/380656585_10232697209149537_9211513654277429914_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDx0M52MFTpHPqsTxt8VaUx2ssrUQEaQEDQsfL6-y3QP2KF9iPJ2tYbhmfSsRMVQp2Wmpuhf_XOey3_Q-CZkD3dbbMh9t3-oo_Dk0sV5rSlkqvhAWGQHwvAWiDzmS6P22oGztcFBr__uDhXlF2vSfDBZ8lVL2XYl3v53WjjayA2EeTyhmy4ipK6Oqt2KqI/s320/380656585_10232697209149537_9211513654277429914_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">One from Threads Sewing,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBHoY-l3dHUdJTkmMnNvAUSibHf_KDnlqY7-BVhU1imiHUnc7fVRpmrDB4gAXFUmfh9wcmItkLK36z4F2rRmuiKqaZ_dnSGE-ZhI9KEPKbUeLf0swvzq9-PTWKOOxUxudTdg2MQo6ifg9LfDnjhLZl4MysR-SXaOotW_hF8s-Sh-EZ0PMeTlgb7tjqSKS-/s1292/Screenshot%20(103).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="995" data-original-width="1292" height="246" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBHoY-l3dHUdJTkmMnNvAUSibHf_KDnlqY7-BVhU1imiHUnc7fVRpmrDB4gAXFUmfh9wcmItkLK36z4F2rRmuiKqaZ_dnSGE-ZhI9KEPKbUeLf0swvzq9-PTWKOOxUxudTdg2MQo6ifg9LfDnjhLZl4MysR-SXaOotW_hF8s-Sh-EZ0PMeTlgb7tjqSKS-/s320/Screenshot%20(103).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_d06GhQx_Wg&t=6s" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_d06GhQx_Wg&t=6s</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">and one from Made to Sew.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlhnGMp-UsPfX-IIFJmEM0wws6sdZx21ufP5_Gqz4i-Nlf9ojUT74cfYaXHbRUq_fu06sOyf_vwxV0DjDB36qpQC3otET9UJ21mtdAgE2v-e87Qld34UpnjNIdwslgTUWERR0UyJCKYeeKlCYO82rwo1vGEOdmW8uzGNpp1Vx4TV3dL-M0wqExiU-hM--2/s1286/Screenshot%20(104).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1028" data-original-width="1286" height="256" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlhnGMp-UsPfX-IIFJmEM0wws6sdZx21ufP5_Gqz4i-Nlf9ojUT74cfYaXHbRUq_fu06sOyf_vwxV0DjDB36qpQC3otET9UJ21mtdAgE2v-e87Qld34UpnjNIdwslgTUWERR0UyJCKYeeKlCYO82rwo1vGEOdmW8uzGNpp1Vx4TV3dL-M0wqExiU-hM--2/s320/Screenshot%20(104).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a_MP8P4xd-U&t=11s" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a_MP8P4xd-U&t=11s</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">With the hooks and eyes sewn the belt receives a final pressing and the garters are attached by sliding the hook through the ribbon loops.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiID7XQE6qTiTDu-z0bkTa4tsSFqOQkSkt2o42x0bpxgWvPoitZ8zY-gWFlU61u5o6E4lHIROjxQq4X1qoZ49XJDSCQ9SOQ56o_lwSdcvWRwbzMss_l5xnVHYUNnQjnbKLxe4dI-qehGhiTbPRTq7orVfrrI9uNDY93ZWHA5iz57zOjKPJU0P2ByVrtI-PE/s2048/380596358_10232697214229664_6126531828750356773_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Finished 1930s Kestos Style Bra and Kestos 'Zoma' Suspender Belt</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">They are finished! Time to pull out those cute shoes and stockings that will be worn with a split skirt (also called secretpants) from a 1930s pattern, a parachute silk blouse, the vest made by Maike of Engineering Knits from a 1930s pattern, and the vintage Schiaparelli tie. But you'll see those makes and the wearing of in the future videos.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJqafoqsvUoQDAYvUVuFVL7xsMa2Wt6Xj1ssgebdu08i7LF0a1zkfVarQex4wH8PviV3N011FQMDE8zXzfm44UWk7BoDYUMLLlnDYd4rtYJmP4zKJKne2TD9jrGwK8Hd4cJdnJwVONlkJUaJo7LIl1X4vYCcU-oHdn50tIx9aVtSj18OWXCGNPHLRXbw05/s2048/380636157_10232697209909556_7914875231325537689_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJqafoqsvUoQDAYvUVuFVL7xsMa2Wt6Xj1ssgebdu08i7LF0a1zkfVarQex4wH8PviV3N011FQMDE8zXzfm44UWk7BoDYUMLLlnDYd4rtYJmP4zKJKne2TD9jrGwK8Hd4cJdnJwVONlkJUaJo7LIl1X4vYCcU-oHdn50tIx9aVtSj18OWXCGNPHLRXbw05/s320/380636157_10232697209909556_7914875231325537689_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I hope you enjoyed this blog post and video and I look forward to sharing more of the making of the 1930s wardrobe with you! Thank you for being here!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Love,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Jeanette</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The Historical Sew Monthly - December 2023 - Paired to Perfection</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Challenge: <span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Make something that comes in a pair (mittens, stockings, garters, braces etc.) Or make something in which the trim or construction prominently features sets of two.</span> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">What the item is: Bra and garter belt</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">How it fits the Challenge: Designed for upper and lower body parts that appear in sets of two.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Material: Satin, embroidered net</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Pattern: The Underpinnings Museum 1930s Kestos Style Bra and 1930s Kestos 'Zoma' Suspender Belt</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Year: 1930s</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Notions: Elastic, satin ribbon, garters, hooks and eyes, buttons, thread</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">How historically accurate is it? Patterns developed from a museum collection and materials accurate.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Hours to complete: 15 hours</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">First worn: Casual wear 1930s day on the Queen Mary 2</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Total cost: $20</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>Jeanettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09186764620925579101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4439815537233502652.post-19102291080802441272023-08-06T07:33:00.002-04:002024-01-28T15:32:43.122-05:00Sewing a 1930s Corset Garter Belt #1930swardrobe<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBPHKnK_EM9th5FICbtQvkLYRXe6Na03WmD9-rab_B92b7OrLcGkqHj46jTxmvvy8QzJkQSsydTYeCpFw38nUwcyTJUJEbySROz-9TxmET3FnhMXv0DvOKxMp1SR87j_lFlaBS9fhGTlVikQBad_IxckkHQoMuIvSAB7Gma48XcwQu3AeWOotuIPVlyJ6q/s1280/Sewinga1930sCorsetGarterBelt.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBPHKnK_EM9th5FICbtQvkLYRXe6Na03WmD9-rab_B92b7OrLcGkqHj46jTxmvvy8QzJkQSsydTYeCpFw38nUwcyTJUJEbySROz-9TxmET3FnhMXv0DvOKxMp1SR87j_lFlaBS9fhGTlVikQBad_IxckkHQoMuIvSAB7Gma48XcwQu3AeWOotuIPVlyJ6q/s320/Sewinga1930sCorsetGarterBelt.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">YouTube Companion Video: <a href="https://youtu.be/dbEDIRdBmJo" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/dbEDIRdBmJo</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Support and shape. Firm and flatten. The foundation garments are so important in creating the fashion silhouette. Following the full corset of the Victorian era, the elongated support of the Edwardian and 19 teens and 1920s period, the girdle was the standard foundation garment until the late 1960s when control top pantyhose became available. </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbNglRjw9IrgCe8XCPHV9gEPQUWRVlUFIZzIhDc5WlIqLSSCELPOOOU-DNyF9fnz4DAKexpnIxI50mtCingSPQU4F5zZC6oCIwrV4UUUbcMuWHCFbL0pf7AYX2QBIvetbHUJ9_RXiNqX98X2iFtZDob8T91qaq8gygCItojsIERpPgyUBmVPkRpJT96x5M/s1600/victoriancorset3.webp" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1166" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbNglRjw9IrgCe8XCPHV9gEPQUWRVlUFIZzIhDc5WlIqLSSCELPOOOU-DNyF9fnz4DAKexpnIxI50mtCingSPQU4F5zZC6oCIwrV4UUUbcMuWHCFbL0pf7AYX2QBIvetbHUJ9_RXiNqX98X2iFtZDob8T91qaq8gygCItojsIERpPgyUBmVPkRpJT96x5M/s320/victoriancorset3.webp" width="233" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBsSL-hSJ8oHbQTN_9wWuYyUcuAubsI5mh0sudEW0gc7cEYOj3dYgU9iZ9Aj689yLE1cyj5pzNHpUPxojDyiMh47cht0G74otrI7mh98fJqhAIR5JxLStTtRnBAV_vh-thZwfeC8RK0SWrSO0lqTgtg7aog6VT-OhsCXvZ0pGdWf3S5jPCl1Q93vjGDF5T/s2048/EdwardianCorset.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBsSL-hSJ8oHbQTN_9wWuYyUcuAubsI5mh0sudEW0gc7cEYOj3dYgU9iZ9Aj689yLE1cyj5pzNHpUPxojDyiMh47cht0G74otrI7mh98fJqhAIR5JxLStTtRnBAV_vh-thZwfeC8RK0SWrSO0lqTgtg7aog6VT-OhsCXvZ0pGdWf3S5jPCl1Q93vjGDF5T/s320/EdwardianCorset.png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBoX4QK7gYLfZWKEySyDGnVVQiJcbLTz-sASOUtg2Qa6Fc1IIyyx1iZXmwv2RDaWDrCN20h6-WbPXfUzBUw97-Jl8mnBx6l2IfQX7rxFyHU6LEn-rnmOQ2HcPgoNtYBcuH76rRk6WJ9MBhzCnOa8_5mchRbVyGhuAV7nlcE2TwxLzZU1xLMhC1xhZz84t3/s1344/1920sCorset.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1344" data-original-width="736" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBoX4QK7gYLfZWKEySyDGnVVQiJcbLTz-sASOUtg2Qa6Fc1IIyyx1iZXmwv2RDaWDrCN20h6-WbPXfUzBUw97-Jl8mnBx6l2IfQX7rxFyHU6LEn-rnmOQ2HcPgoNtYBcuH76rRk6WJ9MBhzCnOa8_5mchRbVyGhuAV7nlcE2TwxLzZU1xLMhC1xhZz84t3/s320/1920sCorset.jpg" width="175" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhA7VXV50HVz94NVfT0nGHVtOFKYX-eMfrs7emW8-Y_cSHBZI7rHNwqwdrE-1-T0YTX3zgRQzqxjKRLL2zeqd___nKMq5K8TOB3OiNE8sqqFTL4MeziaVB6AFzHnOygDdeI32fFrO-Ha8acLQPm39FW2FyXZxjOz1tMlAVQSjj6SBkXIN6o4V9pvQcsLps8/s1038/1930sgirdle.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1038" data-original-width="794" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhA7VXV50HVz94NVfT0nGHVtOFKYX-eMfrs7emW8-Y_cSHBZI7rHNwqwdrE-1-T0YTX3zgRQzqxjKRLL2zeqd___nKMq5K8TOB3OiNE8sqqFTL4MeziaVB6AFzHnOygDdeI32fFrO-Ha8acLQPm39FW2FyXZxjOz1tMlAVQSjj6SBkXIN6o4V9pvQcsLps8/s320/1930sgirdle.jpg" width="245" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZVFgp_3CnbYNfXiXsPvR9b9g85qRtiYN58_NmKAcxVeE3ny3zlFQSwzD60Iz-WQclIE3G-x51XvwA1imV_tLRtrPxh4CVImbu4dym5AFJK0uc2BpFd_owQdhgWfumz2G3XyeVG45OsdfUgeQpYgbhRNeEhqOuh9gEywQtnHZ1wwbqEZJ6masJkEdpdfvF/s500/ControlTopPantyhose.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="378" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZVFgp_3CnbYNfXiXsPvR9b9g85qRtiYN58_NmKAcxVeE3ny3zlFQSwzD60Iz-WQclIE3G-x51XvwA1imV_tLRtrPxh4CVImbu4dym5AFJK0uc2BpFd_owQdhgWfumz2G3XyeVG45OsdfUgeQpYgbhRNeEhqOuh9gEywQtnHZ1wwbqEZJ6masJkEdpdfvF/s320/ControlTopPantyhose.jpg" width="242" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">By one definition a girdle is a tight-fitting undergarment which supports and smooths the lower body. Not much different than these garments we have today, over 60 years later, known as shapewear.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRdHvXrB9yCe-LQTuHjyQwlW72r61jX15DqaHwuS4PBwnT8iLmdGOPcA2DFzHkPj1iBizsu6Q2ERgO0MZvrj5R3DlklCFlAxlJ9jvdd24f83_C0Oey6OYxusC8fn8T7CSJcITwBs-upxusN-CLrg0shY65DMPhL0EEA9rNr9kpVUpN1S5Y0_fBFxOhmEI5/s2000/Shapewear.webp" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="1500" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRdHvXrB9yCe-LQTuHjyQwlW72r61jX15DqaHwuS4PBwnT8iLmdGOPcA2DFzHkPj1iBizsu6Q2ERgO0MZvrj5R3DlklCFlAxlJ9jvdd24f83_C0Oey6OYxusC8fn8T7CSJcITwBs-upxusN-CLrg0shY65DMPhL0EEA9rNr9kpVUpN1S5Y0_fBFxOhmEI5/s320/Shapewear.webp" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Paging through Everyday Fashions of the Thirties as Pictured in Sears Catalogs, Edited by Stella Blum, we find a page titled Corsetry which includes step-ins, pullovers, snug fitting, lightly boned or no boning, and elastic gores. View C on Page 33 reads "Truly Exquisite "Co-ed" side hook girdle. Skilfully fashioned of shimmering Rayon satin with light boning at front only. Six-inch, soft Rayon elastic at sides and four fine supporters. $1.00" About $23.47 today. Still a good value compared to the cost of some shapewear.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3zjnLDijO6gMS3EbB32E7_KMY8bv1TOzpo8X3JcaawbeGrpFp-v2fCKC0jbfis-_V9d1UofF5FwawweFf_Wgq4LLPuCqoPvhN0ttgbCRa-kbalYgkkRgx3---NWkkF9g0jSB_V06sdr77FUmybojzemKOvJNj93uZ7gGVcXOTNtc2y14Yhz66aQg9a62u/s2048/365191941_10232354954953396_3913761074417041420_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3zjnLDijO6gMS3EbB32E7_KMY8bv1TOzpo8X3JcaawbeGrpFp-v2fCKC0jbfis-_V9d1UofF5FwawweFf_Wgq4LLPuCqoPvhN0ttgbCRa-kbalYgkkRgx3---NWkkF9g0jSB_V06sdr77FUmybojzemKOvJNj93uZ7gGVcXOTNtc2y14Yhz66aQg9a62u/s320/365191941_10232354954953396_3913761074417041420_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXt_xq6G8QcbYNxSa23cZ2xeakGV4HFPcZf-AHjQ2fXf1fGL63Xpj9u4dbn2iVWIbSLQkXmNIHgBdEYJpltcletQeEu4F8mnGoLjD7woWDFUyv57bICu_vdeixzk49qq6ftvgxSLrmXC9zEstTrTzb4UCEF-C81p3qNLNmSAYbYwOsIHjaI5Qc641O-9Qf/s2048/365419936_10232354953473359_278282788340939783_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXt_xq6G8QcbYNxSa23cZ2xeakGV4HFPcZf-AHjQ2fXf1fGL63Xpj9u4dbn2iVWIbSLQkXmNIHgBdEYJpltcletQeEu4F8mnGoLjD7woWDFUyv57bICu_vdeixzk49qq6ftvgxSLrmXC9zEstTrTzb4UCEF-C81p3qNLNmSAYbYwOsIHjaI5Qc641O-9Qf/s320/365419936_10232354953473359_278282788340939783_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgobt2FuYvTNiZvd_2cy3LzO8HL8XtzEA1708u9YfhFcH5XRm3D4jFPsJCENSBcsPDj8pihmwy92uIXeVH7mJBQkvoZTM75EJYiPgk9OwaFofvsgmqvt_AYnKvyteYznR8Nc_tiLA6DnTelhK9Dr8hNJIDpLjpxOaQ3Ym31mcUwf2RKOfdRxa909KiwsVVj/s2048/365091487_10232354951993322_5250441393697536264_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgobt2FuYvTNiZvd_2cy3LzO8HL8XtzEA1708u9YfhFcH5XRm3D4jFPsJCENSBcsPDj8pihmwy92uIXeVH7mJBQkvoZTM75EJYiPgk9OwaFofvsgmqvt_AYnKvyteYznR8Nc_tiLA6DnTelhK9Dr8hNJIDpLjpxOaQ3Ym31mcUwf2RKOfdRxa909KiwsVVj/s320/365091487_10232354951993322_5250441393697536264_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHW3Bp_jSym6PSRpCRheZs5sP5VpS0otXyqlljZVc4bqZqs0pJIGZo5iWYojjs7Tv2oIZRJg2OA2AP46VuVXtzGas7LcADsNmyhDsGRNkUm9kCj4Fg1HlmjsCBk065RwCmtQzDsDS2s70GVrNyZbF8LU2XDJxjJV5Qyd2rltLBWbO1WatDUvB-2-W0nCyz/s2048/365451307_10232354952673339_4776219307989101103_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1902" data-original-width="2048" height="297" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHW3Bp_jSym6PSRpCRheZs5sP5VpS0otXyqlljZVc4bqZqs0pJIGZo5iWYojjs7Tv2oIZRJg2OA2AP46VuVXtzGas7LcADsNmyhDsGRNkUm9kCj4Fg1HlmjsCBk065RwCmtQzDsDS2s70GVrNyZbF8LU2XDJxjJV5Qyd2rltLBWbO1WatDUvB-2-W0nCyz/s320/365451307_10232354952673339_4776219307989101103_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In the same book on page 111 are shirts and shorts for another body type which "give that streamline fit, they hug your body lines, s-t-r-e-t-c-h for action, snap back and stay in shape". One style is described as "Wide lastex band in Top takes down stomach bulge..Gives you a new feeling of fitness and a real athlete's figure". Which then required some research into lastex.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKA2RkLCvA6biNccPBY62xVKXEm8qAUFg_oYEvWA24kiyyZukKYy62tQqEENHY4wKvwdkFXNVXmbUp4zbEYeuo42tUpleP_HcxkoMGDwL4WhaDKLfu89oRYpQRtQNCqPfT9A3xRP2YV9j8RNcArmQv76CCpv5SiDeJg0h1FHKMLhMgWIO-C_DbNBe6UolL/s2048/356046350_10232039336783139_8194899992885444955_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKA2RkLCvA6biNccPBY62xVKXEm8qAUFg_oYEvWA24kiyyZukKYy62tQqEENHY4wKvwdkFXNVXmbUp4zbEYeuo42tUpleP_HcxkoMGDwL4WhaDKLfu89oRYpQRtQNCqPfT9A3xRP2YV9j8RNcArmQv76CCpv5SiDeJg0h1FHKMLhMgWIO-C_DbNBe6UolL/s320/356046350_10232039336783139_8194899992885444955_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhj4x69zUjjGS1NmV_iV8XWkxZ7kEYVuzxqFhQfKTeBcMmWtOHsUDUjZBntZuiCfREmvEFSaXJjvJYKDscyjM6h8I9hKTo3QaeJk9riej1BXgrapE-v9nmYimc-f82GEx7LV9HGEPO4luD_DECsiR0HgP7hdGS5WkEeGXciB3wHkaxhTmotix5uGy55Lhx_/s458/356078108_10232039462106272_7954815649786757374_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="458" data-original-width="458" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhj4x69zUjjGS1NmV_iV8XWkxZ7kEYVuzxqFhQfKTeBcMmWtOHsUDUjZBntZuiCfREmvEFSaXJjvJYKDscyjM6h8I9hKTo3QaeJk9riej1BXgrapE-v9nmYimc-f82GEx7LV9HGEPO4luD_DECsiR0HgP7hdGS5WkEeGXciB3wHkaxhTmotix5uGy55Lhx_/s320/356078108_10232039462106272_7954815649786757374_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Lastex was an elastic yarn invented by the US Rubber Company which entered the market in 1931. It was used for swimwear, brassieres, girdles, and corselettes. It is a rubber core surrounded by wool, rayon, silk, or cotton threads.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Although I have a wonderful vintage Camp corset girdle, I'm hesitant to use it as it's in such beautiful condition and will be nice in a collection.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKds06p3VIqCQ1JT6-1pTtlhn-yTHXjk6r1wp7nWWW7D5775yXcPbC8eoSy9EG5OB9LVsLSz4osNqmhE62adWt9nsxS4uC9dkkb2iUDC-DhAoOesryiAk5Xls_L2UaTdVmvnKJTPL2cDbybGduS2mLxBkNt7kBZvJ84UUqQo3ue7PteKy6dhceIP6Pr0QZ/s960/278524670_10228886509644431_5922503845158515235_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKds06p3VIqCQ1JT6-1pTtlhn-yTHXjk6r1wp7nWWW7D5775yXcPbC8eoSy9EG5OB9LVsLSz4osNqmhE62adWt9nsxS4uC9dkkb2iUDC-DhAoOesryiAk5Xls_L2UaTdVmvnKJTPL2cDbybGduS2mLxBkNt7kBZvJ84UUqQo3ue7PteKy6dhceIP6Pr0QZ/s320/278524670_10228886509644431_5922503845158515235_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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As I search for patterns I find several on Etsy. First a 1930s Long Line Bra and Girdle by RepeatedOriginals.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeMuaD3JV9HOGEEjaJxIrKahdxkpTn22D2Ise3xd6nmURwYmK9lDCz38XfN3YNCnPXXwvtZe0fMoFiytQk4ClR8H2MALi3Zcvk7cwIlEqvaYIKoD7wJ9zXAT4luAmjLQO6yTMFEzjhlt4_kikhbxuSzYa2n4xvTxMoiqHbXQKnV8VanaRSsTQ6u76ZD_iP/s1855/Screenshot%20(91).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="900" data-original-width="1855" height="155" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeMuaD3JV9HOGEEjaJxIrKahdxkpTn22D2Ise3xd6nmURwYmK9lDCz38XfN3YNCnPXXwvtZe0fMoFiytQk4ClR8H2MALi3Zcvk7cwIlEqvaYIKoD7wJ9zXAT4luAmjLQO6yTMFEzjhlt4_kikhbxuSzYa2n4xvTxMoiqHbXQKnV8VanaRSsTQ6u76ZD_iP/s320/Screenshot%20(91).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And a 1930s Corset Garter Belt by Mrs. Depew Patterns.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4XovxyLtLMAqxHNCkX1am7Oa9rfA37lgD9Ua59Su3jsNmfdt7NV5Yg3sWFRaE0BvC87-c73qdB9np58d-xCKQUkGKWA44aJV9bEGQcMn1CPtceXe7-Bjm16V1wVorRwdoQ6gSZXFSpZFqDshchdyR8gIJXULFUWoTkdaCq7VUgE6nk5kqne_vpqOYdVH9/s1850/Screenshot%20(93).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="922" data-original-width="1850" height="159" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4XovxyLtLMAqxHNCkX1am7Oa9rfA37lgD9Ua59Su3jsNmfdt7NV5Yg3sWFRaE0BvC87-c73qdB9np58d-xCKQUkGKWA44aJV9bEGQcMn1CPtceXe7-Bjm16V1wVorRwdoQ6gSZXFSpZFqDshchdyR8gIJXULFUWoTkdaCq7VUgE6nk5kqne_vpqOYdVH9/s320/Screenshot%20(93).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I purchased both patterns in pdf format and made simple mock-ups. Both looked to have great promise. The Repeated Originals is a single size but has the longline bra pattern. The Mrs. Depew is only the Corset Garter Belt but is multi-sized in 11 sizes ranging from a waist measurement of 25.5" and a hip measurement of 35.5" to a waist measurement of 45.5" and hip measurement of 55.5". Since my blog posts and videos are about sharing patterns that are available and inclusive to as many costumers as possible, I decided to make the Mrs. Depew pattern.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjY61G648l5zLsJGXVjMIYjvcbX2xUpd52ww1R5zbjCngUaLk7N59w0uXUrMbXSBWkmF2xwC2zFa0QoujR5EiNWOpg97cr45AeP2oGkAl6T3i3b01hMcMrX18Acy6tSe0Z1XjkYtOh3Qd1bCc3IlAaifSstRLvjWOOTOA1Ml8euNvLTDb2OCCBZhNp22aat/s2048/355996644_10232039292222025_5520517766125412736_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjY61G648l5zLsJGXVjMIYjvcbX2xUpd52ww1R5zbjCngUaLk7N59w0uXUrMbXSBWkmF2xwC2zFa0QoujR5EiNWOpg97cr45AeP2oGkAl6T3i3b01hMcMrX18Acy6tSe0Z1XjkYtOh3Qd1bCc3IlAaifSstRLvjWOOTOA1Ml8euNvLTDb2OCCBZhNp22aat/s320/355996644_10232039292222025_5520517766125412736_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/591073411/vintage-sewing-pattern-french-1930s-pin?click_key=3239b56b1896c36059d8816497ec47c5365eeed5%3A591073411&click_sum=05876dd9&ga_search_query=corset&ref=shop_items_search_34&sts=1" target="_blank">https://www.etsy.com/listing/591073411/vintage-sewing-pattern-french-1930s-pin?click_key=3239b56b1896c36059d8816497ec47c5365eeed5%3A591073411&click_sum=05876dd9&ga_search_query=corset&ref=shop_items_search_34&sts=1</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Although I purchased the pattern in pdf format, the pattern is also available on Etsy as a paper pattern. The instructions for printing and assembling are included.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5AK-OnshqjpWoM4k5_7faKMjtsCTs49pTs90Rg1B9uauHqpj6wmMNt2D--u7C0evLO8qOXDLz4hCs81Rp4mNEBFoZdxthF3K-jzcyVjPPWYBUb_HuMg_BcajwmvIsw2KFmSG5UhZwujl9JLA3wjafsBn6yrLencT2opOuphNKxmwK62C0-yTtYwGg3yJv/s2048/355739005_10232039293422055_3285266619614746957_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5AK-OnshqjpWoM4k5_7faKMjtsCTs49pTs90Rg1B9uauHqpj6wmMNt2D--u7C0evLO8qOXDLz4hCs81Rp4mNEBFoZdxthF3K-jzcyVjPPWYBUb_HuMg_BcajwmvIsw2KFmSG5UhZwujl9JLA3wjafsBn6yrLencT2opOuphNKxmwK62C0-yTtYwGg3yJv/s320/355739005_10232039293422055_3285266619614746957_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I have used quite a few pdf patterns and have learned that cutting the lower and right edges and then assembling the pattern from the lowest right corner works best for me. I also rough cut a pattern piece when I see it complete so that the remaining pages are easier to position. I only tape the corners and spots where the pattern lines meet and tape as necessary after the pattern is rough cut. I do like the convenience and cost of a pdf pattern and not having to pay for or wait on shipping.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhH5OtJ-jfJhiIgpXCghT4lhLKN_w04xKk3RsjrAy_bfJ446mhxj5OtVN9PiK7lCkIW_HQymCctIsfDKoree36BAYXRJ7YLwHLIHiqy7xQTY9U_FuTG9L3P7kTgd0vdZ98lL8NTplEQd8ZXhpG5ecP2CvAYhOrA8HHAG0csUe05k_USf7WPuWOhShsnwOTQ/s2048/355864711_10232039323182799_8835705867418097494_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhH5OtJ-jfJhiIgpXCghT4lhLKN_w04xKk3RsjrAy_bfJ446mhxj5OtVN9PiK7lCkIW_HQymCctIsfDKoree36BAYXRJ7YLwHLIHiqy7xQTY9U_FuTG9L3P7kTgd0vdZ98lL8NTplEQd8ZXhpG5ecP2CvAYhOrA8HHAG0csUe05k_USf7WPuWOhShsnwOTQ/s320/355864711_10232039323182799_8835705867418097494_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiCzClUByEvyUSHPkDkAFYw1XTCBjCLV7SNoWgkEIEFEtN93W8UCNQwULiOvWuiDQxWDlrIAEkvy_uZXjrhbFJC3v0PNCSDJcqesIFq8Jl_J4Hh7b7EYWYYMERrkmuU__hocm-7bVlwPChNH7RnCYq-HcS7cwsya1KBqR4vo6r-2cx0N1zvPyLISH94ROc/s2048/355740843_10232039323862816_1454407353269186906_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiCzClUByEvyUSHPkDkAFYw1XTCBjCLV7SNoWgkEIEFEtN93W8UCNQwULiOvWuiDQxWDlrIAEkvy_uZXjrhbFJC3v0PNCSDJcqesIFq8Jl_J4Hh7b7EYWYYMERrkmuU__hocm-7bVlwPChNH7RnCYq-HcS7cwsya1KBqR4vo6r-2cx0N1zvPyLISH94ROc/s320/355740843_10232039323862816_1454407353269186906_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrkjPypLZa0TKv8VrrT75cX4BiWqwzbBvOa9nSyj_-1CJIzbQ-JoXIbz36o-OWRy8vA5UGyalQQYuGp5Lo00pAp6-HSTWlTrucEqO5j_ZRGf9JfzdduaSoGOVA7I6p1lNTyGu2tgJhNcpAOEnJMxifQEjsB6GVpN4Hibf19xC0xefa31YvIjZ_S1TIIv_2/s2048/355888767_10232039325022845_3249208625177658454_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrkjPypLZa0TKv8VrrT75cX4BiWqwzbBvOa9nSyj_-1CJIzbQ-JoXIbz36o-OWRy8vA5UGyalQQYuGp5Lo00pAp6-HSTWlTrucEqO5j_ZRGf9JfzdduaSoGOVA7I6p1lNTyGu2tgJhNcpAOEnJMxifQEjsB6GVpN4Hibf19xC0xefa31YvIjZ_S1TIIv_2/s320/355888767_10232039325022845_3249208625177658454_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRNpMQjRH6yHYBNSJLvJyYI6-u7oDPUhQVffccCQ5PzAYMIB5HDYcUYgB8rtr5oIaZna4BCMGb-NS-0xdEfk6f-x59Y0sfkmL1mt0NKJSl2aTvl0CGy4434Ur6YtwzoUHwI0Ip7m-46o4lgGQeMBBA4tHQ2wC4pr8tE44Vl3RcO7VWLgP7xee1sGsICO58/s2048/355898915_10232039332863041_480691427242124691_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRNpMQjRH6yHYBNSJLvJyYI6-u7oDPUhQVffccCQ5PzAYMIB5HDYcUYgB8rtr5oIaZna4BCMGb-NS-0xdEfk6f-x59Y0sfkmL1mt0NKJSl2aTvl0CGy4434Ur6YtwzoUHwI0Ip7m-46o4lgGQeMBBA4tHQ2wC4pr8tE44Vl3RcO7VWLgP7xee1sGsICO58/s320/355898915_10232039332863041_480691427242124691_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">With the pattern ready a mock-up can be made to test fit using a zipper to simulate the busk and zip ties as boning. What about grommets and lacing, you ask? That's the great thing about this design! No lacing! The fit comes with elastic gores and only closes with the busk. Just meant for smoothing and to hold up stockings, but not really meant for reducing. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPe_ATkykw5JRCepeA1xZbYRxEsyvu4eoq3CN47rvc2fRHxirdY9p1Q4UA_2V8gWIdeKSfMTMlZeb-kV2IoD4mLmOJm7EvUDJQxUzWwW0Ena9psVoLbFwg5EWqCRZUms6kuKrtlXprK10kkqS-Im2Gs1zYgRSdnqXpoJAbweQlNoeXW9lLdm_ujNjSow5y/s2048/356254979_10232039333103047_6677768171305975015_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPe_ATkykw5JRCepeA1xZbYRxEsyvu4eoq3CN47rvc2fRHxirdY9p1Q4UA_2V8gWIdeKSfMTMlZeb-kV2IoD4mLmOJm7EvUDJQxUzWwW0Ena9psVoLbFwg5EWqCRZUms6kuKrtlXprK10kkqS-Im2Gs1zYgRSdnqXpoJAbweQlNoeXW9lLdm_ujNjSow5y/s320/356254979_10232039333103047_6677768171305975015_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglDw_T_TEnaMAmPAyh0e16cOuc6-iVclCNz_7MG6bYNTgQfxdHkYULWbxb83TbqcUeqlXPz8ccKtnn-BUrIx6WTHq5KJQXCsSrVA4oJQImWKEUegntTsN6923m5enu__DVeBgZh4Bzkrd_5HLh20UomPyafSwL5_AsE3bHGHYtQyUwCHrbdHUEgkxtqQLe/s567/356254979_10232039333103047_6677768171305975015_n%20(2).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="567" data-original-width="418" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglDw_T_TEnaMAmPAyh0e16cOuc6-iVclCNz_7MG6bYNTgQfxdHkYULWbxb83TbqcUeqlXPz8ccKtnn-BUrIx6WTHq5KJQXCsSrVA4oJQImWKEUegntTsN6923m5enu__DVeBgZh4Bzkrd_5HLh20UomPyafSwL5_AsE3bHGHYtQyUwCHrbdHUEgkxtqQLe/s320/356254979_10232039333103047_6677768171305975015_n%20(2).jpg" width="236" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The supplies are listed in the pattern and with the mock-up complete I order the supplies I need. The pattern calls for spiral boning. I order 2 pieces of 7", 2 pieces of 9.5", and 2 of 11". I will need an 8" busk. My size requires 3/4 yard of coutil. The total for those supplies was $44.20. In addition I need boning tape, twill tape, 3" wide elastic, and 4 garters - all of which were in my stash.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRhdzNa32_1jU9HNikFRMnUPullC98bROalyXMVvHyNKpJsCreln-PQXqXLuhSjrFXb1DhUTOVV0MNz0XBQyV6PBi2bdtI2WBSCMIotGJ24104RfCd-XTI-6uYjSAE9h6GNw2IiUUdh62mMlxEj-bjjqsXds5Hoa_ai4TuCUY-N8PipMXaRnhThBNwLEGB/s2048/362936396_10232298056930981_3531097692503243856_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRhdzNa32_1jU9HNikFRMnUPullC98bROalyXMVvHyNKpJsCreln-PQXqXLuhSjrFXb1DhUTOVV0MNz0XBQyV6PBi2bdtI2WBSCMIotGJ24104RfCd-XTI-6uYjSAE9h6GNw2IiUUdh62mMlxEj-bjjqsXds5Hoa_ai4TuCUY-N8PipMXaRnhThBNwLEGB/s320/362936396_10232298056930981_3531097692503243856_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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The pattern shows 6 garters but I know from experience that one on the front and one further back on the side will be sufficient. Also, I really dislike sitting on a garter. Also, there were only 4 in the stash. So it all works well!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJ2lOYNT13ezjQM_-xHwcDu6jCBHn1J83VjVtdLpMU5yvTZKK2KqNSBQrKFQC3Yebc2zdfwYnZIcDd3mXz1APnGAdZk-x8mF_Y8y1Twv4DnobKLd0Hgh-LjlCSmbCO7pczCUb7b35xC26UAoPiI7AJ01gg9Cb01T-ZShPfoNN4QJtC9LsRY30C7GFhAU1M/s2048/362927513_10232298064011158_2840466546177914407_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJ2lOYNT13ezjQM_-xHwcDu6jCBHn1J83VjVtdLpMU5yvTZKK2KqNSBQrKFQC3Yebc2zdfwYnZIcDd3mXz1APnGAdZk-x8mF_Y8y1Twv4DnobKLd0Hgh-LjlCSmbCO7pczCUb7b35xC26UAoPiI7AJ01gg9Cb01T-ZShPfoNN4QJtC9LsRY30C7GFhAU1M/s320/362927513_10232298064011158_2840466546177914407_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The coutil is folded is half and the fronts cut using the selvedge edges. I've positioned the Side Front, Side, and Side Back with the boning channel on the lengthwise grain. The back panel is cut on the fold. <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiS7IVsTiB2zRAqJ19WCzfwPxzAk0huGpJYC6itVNl6jUp63V6pu6Qc4v_rOpa3TGe2Ibm2rBABOxUMjmMG_Gjf2AckxImqWASRUyowSHeMZ3tE3J5Ma7NDWTePa5zPBMcjAyDdRrPVD_dYG_hnd7ZyYETlwCriOK1gVfGryvQtl6qNyT9LwCQyT5brRW7g/s2048/363420645_10232298065371192_2415381237689027939_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiS7IVsTiB2zRAqJ19WCzfwPxzAk0huGpJYC6itVNl6jUp63V6pu6Qc4v_rOpa3TGe2Ibm2rBABOxUMjmMG_Gjf2AckxImqWASRUyowSHeMZ3tE3J5Ma7NDWTePa5zPBMcjAyDdRrPVD_dYG_hnd7ZyYETlwCriOK1gVfGryvQtl6qNyT9LwCQyT5brRW7g/s320/363420645_10232298065371192_2415381237689027939_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiY2hVoRXRzNJJX_SIwPyheO7bKF2jM5x0JqEX6AmIxEU2qSTySQZSxyvjCZPz3KTxvwHldZ1gg68WClAitLZx95bpU9lw8fnCpXVfPYSRlXGgBgIjNUTSnLSt82ZZaezkhjKsw7B-705LEn5hZ3LFyaekKMjHUeLcXthpoDHcNUA8JSfWDDrG5YjeLa-90/s2048/363756627_10232298065891205_8717760539395500522_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="828" data-original-width="2048" height="129" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiY2hVoRXRzNJJX_SIwPyheO7bKF2jM5x0JqEX6AmIxEU2qSTySQZSxyvjCZPz3KTxvwHldZ1gg68WClAitLZx95bpU9lw8fnCpXVfPYSRlXGgBgIjNUTSnLSt82ZZaezkhjKsw7B-705LEn5hZ3LFyaekKMjHUeLcXthpoDHcNUA8JSfWDDrG5YjeLa-90/s320/363756627_10232298065891205_8717760539395500522_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Markings are transferred to the coutil with a heat erasable pen and pins mark the front side of the coutil. As instructed, all seam allowances are stay stitched at the seam line which is 3/8" as marked on the pattern.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKkZbyHuDs82Eb-DInUf1HY8hjN7FPfTQUcqNe7eaoYKMp63DttnW8RTVaWlQ1Yf9gRnWuuPXsMQnqnYimNxhEpfv4WwaivYneREOLPJvEkZSabTGvKFa768Qlsy7GlrRHDmM6B5Vr6ik8c5tnrvc8mTLwpt9cfss7qguBiNEVc4VmSKMWuP5pRfY_Ct7Z/s2048/364761645_10232334373038861_1307120055851985782_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKkZbyHuDs82Eb-DInUf1HY8hjN7FPfTQUcqNe7eaoYKMp63DttnW8RTVaWlQ1Yf9gRnWuuPXsMQnqnYimNxhEpfv4WwaivYneREOLPJvEkZSabTGvKFa768Qlsy7GlrRHDmM6B5Vr6ik8c5tnrvc8mTLwpt9cfss7qguBiNEVc4VmSKMWuP5pRfY_Ct7Z/s320/364761645_10232334373038861_1307120055851985782_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGITWoG5tnDm8YNeLXGNGH4GAzaZOxj85MFxfzWawuuWvrOMJbdam0es41tPfOO7RAZORhLCHR-OxLsJoYwAHS_j_A7N3oIffK4i-UahNxS1UzA38l_lRB5_Q3b3MNN6UhAnJyUpfa5rULgYsGUQKR-o3d0ZdpSMPcIRKZb_bNiOz0jXY1UxbpzJLZHrlC/s2048/364761842_10232334374558899_1069535871471266407_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGITWoG5tnDm8YNeLXGNGH4GAzaZOxj85MFxfzWawuuWvrOMJbdam0es41tPfOO7RAZORhLCHR-OxLsJoYwAHS_j_A7N3oIffK4i-UahNxS1UzA38l_lRB5_Q3b3MNN6UhAnJyUpfa5rULgYsGUQKR-o3d0ZdpSMPcIRKZb_bNiOz0jXY1UxbpzJLZHrlC/s320/364761842_10232334374558899_1069535871471266407_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEYK3AWfG8Ev1jZbQfdW_06HGwXJf9h0XYBBNgJuJPhhhFolggnu7N-6h1Cl6gpu32_ZdyB_nkvOQOyk46yb4agCeLiE__2I0KvNzhHrhy5IwQPvx7cte9bmFm9iuLxAHP-lO5En1nzEk0nHeTo9pTEL7XGGthUhMMrwkfHJ2yUGeZyB5Wjfj_86cSkYV7/s2048/363074956_10232298064771177_1864960369759075885_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEYK3AWfG8Ev1jZbQfdW_06HGwXJf9h0XYBBNgJuJPhhhFolggnu7N-6h1Cl6gpu32_ZdyB_nkvOQOyk46yb4agCeLiE__2I0KvNzhHrhy5IwQPvx7cte9bmFm9iuLxAHP-lO5En1nzEk0nHeTo9pTEL7XGGthUhMMrwkfHJ2yUGeZyB5Wjfj_86cSkYV7/s320/363074956_10232298064771177_1864960369759075885_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The pattern supplier does warn that "this is an imperfect, working translation of the original instructions. We highly recommend that you sew a test muslin of the corset to perfect fit and construction". While the fit was beautiful, the instructions did confuse me in several places but I made notes to myself and made what I felt were good decisions based on my own corset-making experience. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfaljpKrbeMxlJY9f2ow8NAI-FhaXmA7mGkUUnjk5rkkjola6pSpalNK6Tcyv1szA6rXn9kCdwtNpfEyYeE8swUUbMdpTvrZ9-d9Zly7xq43fl_6VNQmacBEjZxOvWbCtSvwntyMb3NaK3JGjyZo2EAvAhl-G00v3NWnoGLeDK9c6VrCuVeP-pztNMQkGg/s2048/364723457_10232334375278917_8869014938546628748_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfaljpKrbeMxlJY9f2ow8NAI-FhaXmA7mGkUUnjk5rkkjola6pSpalNK6Tcyv1szA6rXn9kCdwtNpfEyYeE8swUUbMdpTvrZ9-d9Zly7xq43fl_6VNQmacBEjZxOvWbCtSvwntyMb3NaK3JGjyZo2EAvAhl-G00v3NWnoGLeDK9c6VrCuVeP-pztNMQkGg/s320/364723457_10232334375278917_8869014938546628748_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Here you can see where panels are folded at the seam line and placed on top of other panels matching the seam lines. When stitched from the top, this will mean that each line of stitching is through 3 layers. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggrR3OXCe67Jxku5oesCJc3gQH4nER4R_C7ca6U34kCje5t9CqOOihfy-LnffoLvuo1MmobqaYt41HYDYGzlaenVTnZuWMN09P325JEeyzOlvlSzuyF-wwWFVYvrwI_kTZqj2DjUIDtEtIGO643CsjsoFJFHytQ51puysToI6-qj8bp_G_jUCYtvpMGKlM/s2048/364005019_10232334375558924_2767391383556675800_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggrR3OXCe67Jxku5oesCJc3gQH4nER4R_C7ca6U34kCje5t9CqOOihfy-LnffoLvuo1MmobqaYt41HYDYGzlaenVTnZuWMN09P325JEeyzOlvlSzuyF-wwWFVYvrwI_kTZqj2DjUIDtEtIGO643CsjsoFJFHytQ51puysToI6-qj8bp_G_jUCYtvpMGKlM/s320/364005019_10232334375558924_2767391383556675800_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIBkXiQP3A1yb_1_89XRqQ3NGEEP8M_iOsE_20jmXfrb1KGt7XeUD96EfcHt99DEULisddmuaNqpK8WtYRTkhrLlE2FoBFbzGsMus0ra-irJJ0oiDio88Zl0MwhWYQ85a-oRmdFnjPwZ1QDqsnlDjlSQUISe7E8Q7_hDwsqEtQXE3Jz28NZZ6fSeYss0m9/s2048/363426418_10232334377918983_2557035598798336678_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIBkXiQP3A1yb_1_89XRqQ3NGEEP8M_iOsE_20jmXfrb1KGt7XeUD96EfcHt99DEULisddmuaNqpK8WtYRTkhrLlE2FoBFbzGsMus0ra-irJJ0oiDio88Zl0MwhWYQ85a-oRmdFnjPwZ1QDqsnlDjlSQUISe7E8Q7_hDwsqEtQXE3Jz28NZZ6fSeYss0m9/s320/363426418_10232334377918983_2557035598798336678_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">To avoid backstitching at the beginning and end of the stitch line or to hide the join if you run out of thread during a stitch line, I draw the outside thread inside and tie off the two threads. It's easiest for me to thread the outside thread through a needle and then push the needle with thread to the inside. Makes for a very clean finish on the outside, I think.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvKAUwNDoEnd5TsO0k1NaXsc2pN_2LXM5IAKjfczzkvUldWqQsmnrLsYGs1AqIJCLnOyXft7bkjv8gP7G5idFqJKGZpoNiNLUJDCW4MYTbBv54qYN-rSEvpNrXJVTdK5q6bzWhOFB2Rkh4ZGHTnWhC2g_5Xq-NtWl4EPFeBpFllf6NTQeuzKoj04VAwnsM/s2048/364754007_10232334379199015_4604414010979153898_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvKAUwNDoEnd5TsO0k1NaXsc2pN_2LXM5IAKjfczzkvUldWqQsmnrLsYGs1AqIJCLnOyXft7bkjv8gP7G5idFqJKGZpoNiNLUJDCW4MYTbBv54qYN-rSEvpNrXJVTdK5q6bzWhOFB2Rkh4ZGHTnWhC2g_5Xq-NtWl4EPFeBpFllf6NTQeuzKoj04VAwnsM/s320/364754007_10232334379199015_4604414010979153898_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The right side panels and center back panel are sewn but not yet pressed.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXMEaSXliKJgMh6U-oOW7FohkT8dhuaNIVsBTf6RvFMIQZNH_fXANEe3JIE87aIDtpF9MKCgYOtZv0Nf3jNrhfX6XKGhNK0yzuYSQoJXd9KFeHI_htRHG8jlGO1LNzxAvVu4Kd0guRZvCLuL7RRrv4jC0JkF4ItDfB_46QDZDnBa0zsmeh1wf7b8Q5c7Vd/s2048/363415431_10232334380719053_4751881215373944582_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXMEaSXliKJgMh6U-oOW7FohkT8dhuaNIVsBTf6RvFMIQZNH_fXANEe3JIE87aIDtpF9MKCgYOtZv0Nf3jNrhfX6XKGhNK0yzuYSQoJXd9KFeHI_htRHG8jlGO1LNzxAvVu4Kd0guRZvCLuL7RRrv4jC0JkF4ItDfB_46QDZDnBa0zsmeh1wf7b8Q5c7Vd/s320/363415431_10232334380719053_4751881215373944582_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And the left side panels sewn together and to the center back and pressed. Notice the shape that is already built into the foundation.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigS9V65cBL6XYwau6L5RpnpxP7OvOFAfbAvKx2hCGybB8C-oCGLf3nliOU6bnuRdXXxif-xvB-Cv-Uxdl5a4u2MMR6l15Xfb_0vxT2AoAlFZnhwl2F5MV6VAPeqZxgQbQd7wSnQN8PKvT6x_pwPwd7xK5zRLVMgF4hFcBLNrEM1dfcrRyzr3_qNi-5RWyd/s2041/364663556_10232334381959084_734207457971729202_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1094" data-original-width="2041" height="172" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigS9V65cBL6XYwau6L5RpnpxP7OvOFAfbAvKx2hCGybB8C-oCGLf3nliOU6bnuRdXXxif-xvB-Cv-Uxdl5a4u2MMR6l15Xfb_0vxT2AoAlFZnhwl2F5MV6VAPeqZxgQbQd7wSnQN8PKvT6x_pwPwd7xK5zRLVMgF4hFcBLNrEM1dfcrRyzr3_qNi-5RWyd/s320/364663556_10232334381959084_734207457971729202_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCkRHY7E3ikSWctgNTVVQkiypXCCPuyteoUafmNiQdY9PZ9gpwh2FcTibaz086lOEVZxj6L7-HWis7QmgUEdh4CNqH5Qec30bCrSjzpKRKW1gVjsbak4wRPPWFY6ZfUyAjhIYHcP7pfUGQD0ElUfC0dGlAIoNAP0iiDFXOqP0qR-p0G1qyWk9LpEYeFjvQ/s2048/364707769_10232334382479097_6734494285770557484_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCkRHY7E3ikSWctgNTVVQkiypXCCPuyteoUafmNiQdY9PZ9gpwh2FcTibaz086lOEVZxj6L7-HWis7QmgUEdh4CNqH5Qec30bCrSjzpKRKW1gVjsbak4wRPPWFY6ZfUyAjhIYHcP7pfUGQD0ElUfC0dGlAIoNAP0iiDFXOqP0qR-p0G1qyWk9LpEYeFjvQ/s320/364707769_10232334382479097_6734494285770557484_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0Pnw0ppB7GxbKbUt44Da-Pp1kJx__iEznDwemE_3v8pZ_NsqPeOivpMOWdtm5Qn7_ims-Lvvi1bsVVZi3tJjfLAGx8-gjPkOE4WYlyBr9gaV43ZvSOxD9peEkRMOD9I__jfTVzxNFX-pZMwMWArdwoFzkltQQHY92XAjLN2dU7_InFt4K7nFEk5Fn0iBn/s2048/364603448_10232334382799105_7315008219344805052_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0Pnw0ppB7GxbKbUt44Da-Pp1kJx__iEznDwemE_3v8pZ_NsqPeOivpMOWdtm5Qn7_ims-Lvvi1bsVVZi3tJjfLAGx8-gjPkOE4WYlyBr9gaV43ZvSOxD9peEkRMOD9I__jfTVzxNFX-pZMwMWArdwoFzkltQQHY92XAjLN2dU7_InFt4K7nFEk5Fn0iBn/s320/364603448_10232334382799105_7315008219344805052_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTAr3EXxQz8PZ5cN4URqn46Vxd2ARk5F7x6z4tj3Ak8_FlhESrrAxPu3fQG8Ys77dsZ9zSH9h07CelGL9Q2oOwG5ChhDbmG7IQH5nA0DyqzB9-ylGa8VDOK2VwUcwsNxaG02qOxl2S7xf6M_Ze4qYlWi2u6CDcv-DJKwB-CNUagIObE2hacEOtMXFou5Je/s2048/364650521_10232334383079112_1629690021631755738_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTAr3EXxQz8PZ5cN4URqn46Vxd2ARk5F7x6z4tj3Ak8_FlhESrrAxPu3fQG8Ys77dsZ9zSH9h07CelGL9Q2oOwG5ChhDbmG7IQH5nA0DyqzB9-ylGa8VDOK2VwUcwsNxaG02qOxl2S7xf6M_Ze4qYlWi2u6CDcv-DJKwB-CNUagIObE2hacEOtMXFou5Je/s320/364650521_10232334383079112_1629690021631755738_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUMjyBkmo_IALOo_CooaRarcxgIe0YVB2g_-aY9n0I8dB7sZH5Wgoh18Mreyt3VoU2rUudTxnvUSFckAaDuEY7zc4bbRADlfryw1fBghkPLLfdSgEtrvpnrYAZOmDM_6dkNm2U24RI5bdZ6eePW06-Y-cQGxq-2WOaWbhUzpZiXLJ1t44Moz7UiHwq36Jq/s2048/364745994_10232334384319143_7617965492913693450_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUMjyBkmo_IALOo_CooaRarcxgIe0YVB2g_-aY9n0I8dB7sZH5Wgoh18Mreyt3VoU2rUudTxnvUSFckAaDuEY7zc4bbRADlfryw1fBghkPLLfdSgEtrvpnrYAZOmDM_6dkNm2U24RI5bdZ6eePW06-Y-cQGxq-2WOaWbhUzpZiXLJ1t44Moz7UiHwq36Jq/s320/364745994_10232334384319143_7617965492913693450_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The elastic gores can now be added. The seam allowances are clipped and turned to the inside. The elastic cut and sewn into the back side of the gore with a topstitch similar to that used on the panels.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjr5G-IF7tX5WUxcysaPN7SjZJBEExYipp5_uF8ABMx8v6FU8dyZmM-Ep7IirY7ISarjwvriROELUJlHL4jnofRu_RiKJtqUla1TWnIOw6abS7YUGbRIei4ziVv1S5tripbVDMZX5lBhjIXC5f-OBD82Nx04B6gm8A57xFI9SzycuhQ5GkKNu-K-F0qW5WG/s2048/364744295_10232334385639176_7311992847339335564_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjr5G-IF7tX5WUxcysaPN7SjZJBEExYipp5_uF8ABMx8v6FU8dyZmM-Ep7IirY7ISarjwvriROELUJlHL4jnofRu_RiKJtqUla1TWnIOw6abS7YUGbRIei4ziVv1S5tripbVDMZX5lBhjIXC5f-OBD82Nx04B6gm8A57xFI9SzycuhQ5GkKNu-K-F0qW5WG/s320/364744295_10232334385639176_7311992847339335564_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwSmpfd_Xr_GbCdSaen0dxg9xo8SDLx6lE40YSNosFJ18FurunNo5xlqdE0efUnRfhVLcJM4pBBxMj6vHw2Oi3GSum2j33eFFUr4UPmCl6HeHtIoShRP1bTsxL_E5yJk-nr3N8iOrJBAj80nZ8UnAfG92y0uL1iymyhGjGSSNZF8DeU0JrkgXuvo1zTWY1/s2048/364765130_10232334384799155_2459746273624732590_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwSmpfd_Xr_GbCdSaen0dxg9xo8SDLx6lE40YSNosFJ18FurunNo5xlqdE0efUnRfhVLcJM4pBBxMj6vHw2Oi3GSum2j33eFFUr4UPmCl6HeHtIoShRP1bTsxL_E5yJk-nr3N8iOrJBAj80nZ8UnAfG92y0uL1iymyhGjGSSNZF8DeU0JrkgXuvo1zTWY1/s320/364765130_10232334384799155_2459746273624732590_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSXhIjJnRh6kAjG0UxR2wnMRM3zVfNFFSqIxJxsk-tzqRfZKv-suo-Uorl7nN6Ft2vFrzXvH8i5y7Js9keDD0Fya6tsh-wpIRSWG3ztefNdvmdc8jVWH4Ypqlk05EgCIq0TLJPgFN6uWNJr_a76HRYJfRQmcJJlOPG_GqmCOXMiQInuV0fZik2E7gTkc5S/s296/364679898_10232334393519373_8686753072712945047_n%20(3).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="288" data-original-width="296" height="288" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSXhIjJnRh6kAjG0UxR2wnMRM3zVfNFFSqIxJxsk-tzqRfZKv-suo-Uorl7nN6Ft2vFrzXvH8i5y7Js9keDD0Fya6tsh-wpIRSWG3ztefNdvmdc8jVWH4Ypqlk05EgCIq0TLJPgFN6uWNJr_a76HRYJfRQmcJJlOPG_GqmCOXMiQInuV0fZik2E7gTkc5S/s1600/364679898_10232334393519373_8686753072712945047_n%20(3).jpg" width="296" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In corset-making I usually insert the busk first before the front panels are sewn to other panels.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjo7efwdNa4T4rdODhD_oRMykOxoBYOAlM4T0Lfo-_4YV88jAV4wPx6e4bjXlZMe3YsgKom-LS10tzTutfQfU1i4wdl1uZ6HgSxRomjOyjKdJvqjPcakNEWmRRYIT9VLY4ntJcd-bqfRcNCreln2VWanL5rErYq7zciebN_NsxiZ5rMuP6LGTQnObTQ6IkD/s1600/HPIM8691.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1312" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjo7efwdNa4T4rdODhD_oRMykOxoBYOAlM4T0Lfo-_4YV88jAV4wPx6e4bjXlZMe3YsgKom-LS10tzTutfQfU1i4wdl1uZ6HgSxRomjOyjKdJvqjPcakNEWmRRYIT9VLY4ntJcd-bqfRcNCreln2VWanL5rErYq7zciebN_NsxiZ5rMuP6LGTQnObTQ6IkD/s320/HPIM8691.JPG" width="262" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The instructions called for the busk to be inserted at this point, which was a good procedure as the elastic gores needed some movement when pivoting around the opening which was easy without the stiff busk inserted. So I followed those instructions but I did add a 1/8" reinforcing stitch line on each edge of the center fronts as I usually do with corsets. The front edge has been folded in as shown on the pattern. The busk consists of two parts: the part with the studs which are placed with the studs closest to the corset edge, and the a part with loops. I marked where the top stud should be placed following the pattern and as my busk had one less stud than the pattern indicated, marked where my studs would come through the coutil.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeXzijZaUShlqcwzsPqGRBnKQRc2OnAIpeHePTZiTB6zxt-v4Xqni8MTWYkJUZ5OFPCoeTuI84e9m3DFLFaJ-PiXj_0tZqTtr08B5p2O4_Euqe2knj_zWGiFOgU6BmWhp6Vhah0wFAdDLp90WwwAuwqFqKVadqDB9mLCoL7wUDFuRs4loXsNh_UoIg9Cc6/s2048/363427478_10232334381719078_2475563096306335594_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeXzijZaUShlqcwzsPqGRBnKQRc2OnAIpeHePTZiTB6zxt-v4Xqni8MTWYkJUZ5OFPCoeTuI84e9m3DFLFaJ-PiXj_0tZqTtr08B5p2O4_Euqe2knj_zWGiFOgU6BmWhp6Vhah0wFAdDLp90WwwAuwqFqKVadqDB9mLCoL7wUDFuRs4loXsNh_UoIg9Cc6/s320/363427478_10232334381719078_2475563096306335594_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The fibers of the coutil are easily pushed aside with a tapered tailor's awl and a stud inserted in the opening from the wrong side. The coutil fibers tighten themselves around the stud.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgu-E_x3ty4bN1-DZ2GsZLBPhEl1JZjjoFqqCK3mG7X3ZrAeptYmxWVVxU28hR-aXXnGUK-ocZpiHHgaK4oZ47WQ1n8Ifd4XvFUE7nmd1oUaqAoih0-hEDBdbUAF9EZTPwDuihG4OtH0CSLHHmDKAUEM-HbufAJc3TZRfezRyra6ERJE-jyBNS5MYl6cyzR/s2048/364234014_10232334386119188_9215472485196992993_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgu-E_x3ty4bN1-DZ2GsZLBPhEl1JZjjoFqqCK3mG7X3ZrAeptYmxWVVxU28hR-aXXnGUK-ocZpiHHgaK4oZ47WQ1n8Ifd4XvFUE7nmd1oUaqAoih0-hEDBdbUAF9EZTPwDuihG4OtH0CSLHHmDKAUEM-HbufAJc3TZRfezRyra6ERJE-jyBNS5MYl6cyzR/s320/364234014_10232334386119188_9215472485196992993_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGiy4shBCzbLNwBgkftGdEnzrkweqbFm7CGqFq89by4AHVoQ2s6LLRlosLG-NSKTNW9TYce8OpO73cTdcrdEvluC7C0GRgGeX0LXtH10DroW7GDwB9pxUOkeNN9Zh_q3qFpY6Tl5tBOVC_K0viQxeTdZh2EaWnslQKjB7QYBV-6-4bz1q2aDYQRiI3E7si/s2048/364745516_10232334386319193_7553322997235852203_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGiy4shBCzbLNwBgkftGdEnzrkweqbFm7CGqFq89by4AHVoQ2s6LLRlosLG-NSKTNW9TYce8OpO73cTdcrdEvluC7C0GRgGeX0LXtH10DroW7GDwB9pxUOkeNN9Zh_q3qFpY6Tl5tBOVC_K0viQxeTdZh2EaWnslQKjB7QYBV-6-4bz1q2aDYQRiI3E7si/s320/364745516_10232334386319193_7553322997235852203_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7DnHGU5X_nVaePaG0s-7oI9bDeRAQzSIyH3_ndCX0osj3_Q1nwobgoe_Nrinkg7rITHgGSSTPq-r-JEluD0ILBcfGGlhCNFW9H4t2vMXamNpF3CogBgA3oFscME1DLpd_7_dpXWwHFVQdml7RFeLlSgbe_GNvI5xvMHmkRwjzUSx5IS4PGQCGUieVVZLe/s2048/364692633_10232334387039211_6820181621998041442_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7DnHGU5X_nVaePaG0s-7oI9bDeRAQzSIyH3_ndCX0osj3_Q1nwobgoe_Nrinkg7rITHgGSSTPq-r-JEluD0ILBcfGGlhCNFW9H4t2vMXamNpF3CogBgA3oFscME1DLpd_7_dpXWwHFVQdml7RFeLlSgbe_GNvI5xvMHmkRwjzUSx5IS4PGQCGUieVVZLe/s320/364692633_10232334387039211_6820181621998041442_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0IR0TzNezsh-Ol34mMNhdPu42nCd1xTGMZ61655qYVgibg-m6Sh9_z1pYHw8N37RAhyKY4uaHOSIm1rk1RBfbtHjAdayRtlQXueDlpMKGCxcB_oEEekA9VwsMDaSmoahB2JAZ8kn8q-on5ABDc2qcY_2HU7g-gZKOxIU0Do2YjD66qJrliDNNXjIwaoKx/s2048/364680349_10232334387879232_3732160909821518619_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0IR0TzNezsh-Ol34mMNhdPu42nCd1xTGMZ61655qYVgibg-m6Sh9_z1pYHw8N37RAhyKY4uaHOSIm1rk1RBfbtHjAdayRtlQXueDlpMKGCxcB_oEEekA9VwsMDaSmoahB2JAZ8kn8q-on5ABDc2qcY_2HU7g-gZKOxIU0Do2YjD66qJrliDNNXjIwaoKx/s320/364680349_10232334387879232_3732160909821518619_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The instructions were to cut the coutil to hold the loops. Again, I sewed a 1/8" stitch line along the edge leaving openings for the loops. The opening is cut open and the loops inserted. With both sides of the busk inserted, a stitch is made along the side of he busk knob side and loop side using a zipper foot. This will hold the knob and loop metal plates in place in the coutil.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_CwgKkORoNxp8GuMVMabDfONAKyEIl2gx9dvpEJb7IWLNdVkXvf8oIKO32F4Xs5Exx1G_4gQDEBduBxvh6nEgNiT4awB95Uh7p8lFolRdvpBEZttRP5HJ76RQLI4coihZKXS3jqkz9XxZmu-tRkhsE89F3iTpqNHZjUOPudKa-AsTCYCN5L20R0k1m1Vt/s2048/364744698_10232334381279067_4656138989475352993_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_CwgKkORoNxp8GuMVMabDfONAKyEIl2gx9dvpEJb7IWLNdVkXvf8oIKO32F4Xs5Exx1G_4gQDEBduBxvh6nEgNiT4awB95Uh7p8lFolRdvpBEZttRP5HJ76RQLI4coihZKXS3jqkz9XxZmu-tRkhsE89F3iTpqNHZjUOPudKa-AsTCYCN5L20R0k1m1Vt/s320/364744698_10232334381279067_4656138989475352993_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsZJ3ykML6O8hGyE5keDQCdLTVnqWPqm3fUAFzFCwFWjtG2Al-roIajTnFZkYO_siUZrW5_XWMT_SLy7Zb-Edep5CFW4sxFs9qyhTq68Ed1YC1fkCeFMltjIC1i_7NErV0cXghFCUlTuGj2vZX8HUEvN_NEx4GABgM02azTSnsBQLmQUzKTmkUxcj7ojqY/s2048/364745678_10232334388959259_4523681510091967116_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsZJ3ykML6O8hGyE5keDQCdLTVnqWPqm3fUAFzFCwFWjtG2Al-roIajTnFZkYO_siUZrW5_XWMT_SLy7Zb-Edep5CFW4sxFs9qyhTq68Ed1YC1fkCeFMltjIC1i_7NErV0cXghFCUlTuGj2vZX8HUEvN_NEx4GABgM02azTSnsBQLmQUzKTmkUxcj7ojqY/s320/364745678_10232334388959259_4523681510091967116_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6nJUoiRbEccpnTrtj15LZAkGgHibntRHFI2mwZELzIxVWVOkCdCxgx6pgDKWpdlVy4coNyhEf6qwDAJgGwGZb8DrmvxGaB2zHefkTttFzMltPRvf4Tcn7rhmnO-0hTz00S0g39B18Pul49nvXdJnri52jjN45L1BS3dg9DORFJV1RVEiM21jXnw4H9qGh/s2048/364205147_10232334511042311_3865216800254790099_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6nJUoiRbEccpnTrtj15LZAkGgHibntRHFI2mwZELzIxVWVOkCdCxgx6pgDKWpdlVy4coNyhEf6qwDAJgGwGZb8DrmvxGaB2zHefkTttFzMltPRvf4Tcn7rhmnO-0hTz00S0g39B18Pul49nvXdJnri52jjN45L1BS3dg9DORFJV1RVEiM21jXnw4H9qGh/s320/364205147_10232334511042311_3865216800254790099_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhl-JH87XwrzfSOQ1kTI989cbWuI8qr62np5aFWIEu1x4NnncVe6yVGECTehOStsrSV3xlB7121XZe6y7Abw-robWITeAPxV5gQ3maPML7EpQSZHFcAsuVbjchli2rDyWmHN3WvhYSDCvZ-lkwK8Erj8BdPQJ74casILnBOWsF5z95Lk0TRC047rsH3LDbr/s995/364164113_10232334512242341_4020918903375856881_n%20(2).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="995" data-original-width="359" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhl-JH87XwrzfSOQ1kTI989cbWuI8qr62np5aFWIEu1x4NnncVe6yVGECTehOStsrSV3xlB7121XZe6y7Abw-robWITeAPxV5gQ3maPML7EpQSZHFcAsuVbjchli2rDyWmHN3WvhYSDCvZ-lkwK8Erj8BdPQJ74casILnBOWsF5z95Lk0TRC047rsH3LDbr/w144-h400/364164113_10232334512242341_4020918903375856881_n%20(2).jpg" width="144" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">With the elastic gores and busk complete, the boning channels are sewn in as marked on the pattern. The boning tape is sewn on each edge and my 3/4" wide tape can accommodate two 1/4" bones with a stitchline sewn down the center and on each edge, or for this use with my 1/2" spiral bones just sewn down each edge.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAUiSxrBA5JTJcnXhUFCvh5PZOaroeSOvaEp_fuKM3tf2zPgclNYdnwLM6hWX_Kl3Dajjm43UhfiseNu-TS9AGVk358_b0FAVTh_-5Yv-_kDLPDuCP0MjXGG-H-ZHivC1BnyOrSJkMqujL7EXKISmFYY40Xs8_OEmOE3CA3nGhQjZ8E3N7Z6jsxtR23lw8/s2048/365390371_10232347891936825_3557832908237981544_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAUiSxrBA5JTJcnXhUFCvh5PZOaroeSOvaEp_fuKM3tf2zPgclNYdnwLM6hWX_Kl3Dajjm43UhfiseNu-TS9AGVk358_b0FAVTh_-5Yv-_kDLPDuCP0MjXGG-H-ZHivC1BnyOrSJkMqujL7EXKISmFYY40Xs8_OEmOE3CA3nGhQjZ8E3N7Z6jsxtR23lw8/s320/365390371_10232347891936825_3557832908237981544_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDKNvUigDtfm3WcDFDfuFuSK9btWtLqXQuf6qotMmj8rgu33w6Xx6flSk2WwPOBXSjXtU591CMVIrluGyDUBzCJG0qDUZ08V6YCeEtW2jHCeF1DeMqDO23okFY58Zpt4-n-f9tVP4TCqmCixHVXaMVTBn85yKbZek7MfJyKbAoFyv4wMkmdx2ZlDNFEfFv/s2048/365086136_10232347892776846_8392323914128977207_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDKNvUigDtfm3WcDFDfuFuSK9btWtLqXQuf6qotMmj8rgu33w6Xx6flSk2WwPOBXSjXtU591CMVIrluGyDUBzCJG0qDUZ08V6YCeEtW2jHCeF1DeMqDO23okFY58Zpt4-n-f9tVP4TCqmCixHVXaMVTBn85yKbZek7MfJyKbAoFyv4wMkmdx2ZlDNFEfFv/s320/365086136_10232347892776846_8392323914128977207_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZAsBKahBLaHOcpt880B-3CRX59z5uSfDXnyXLCuid8fLffaVXZ_6m8DVAKFG__iK4_NA9TTy9kcLPnd-q89EYYkt_uXubU_NfBTPtvaMSV9PSgYUKOms4Z91X07qpi1NVSFfcGkXQliPWT_aZm-Eu_jcGAa1Nsu6LOChwarJr2QY6BDsCrPsvor1Cxozz/s2048/365058026_10232347896416937_2345877564691837658_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZAsBKahBLaHOcpt880B-3CRX59z5uSfDXnyXLCuid8fLffaVXZ_6m8DVAKFG__iK4_NA9TTy9kcLPnd-q89EYYkt_uXubU_NfBTPtvaMSV9PSgYUKOms4Z91X07qpi1NVSFfcGkXQliPWT_aZm-Eu_jcGAa1Nsu6LOChwarJr2QY6BDsCrPsvor1Cxozz/s320/365058026_10232347896416937_2345877564691837658_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Spiral boning is different than other boning is that it is very flexible in four directions - side to side, and back to front. I've used it to bone ballgown bodices where structure is needed but flexibility is important. It will be interesting to see how this foundation acts when worn and I'll let you know.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9TJrz5ji4IlO8MpLhB9TVuvW4rKqYV5gV8xfZFFvH6FjFcZBH_Km5dX1IPDkRu53k_54RZxP_MFh_Vw3h2y1bZpidkyHND55u-rSxCSRBP90A6KVaNQsQAPAdLyVe0ND2nwhkTfxJx7CxgTKXPieAc-_p3DhfNmyPa6xIteMwkA8btuTweXn5Svsev4eT/s2048/365424276_10232347896976951_7289641726456935093_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9TJrz5ji4IlO8MpLhB9TVuvW4rKqYV5gV8xfZFFvH6FjFcZBH_Km5dX1IPDkRu53k_54RZxP_MFh_Vw3h2y1bZpidkyHND55u-rSxCSRBP90A6KVaNQsQAPAdLyVe0ND2nwhkTfxJx7CxgTKXPieAc-_p3DhfNmyPa6xIteMwkA8btuTweXn5Svsev4eT/s320/365424276_10232347896976951_7289641726456935093_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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This is similar to Victorian and Edwardian corsets. To keep the bones in place for now I've used pins.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5xtrU5SG1dIEg9Bq7iKki9fHN96Z1EHV80xtoEQJi1huQleuGuaDaJfcZ-IYygBA7F_PnAaPYOP5YSt8zO3MwQ58fOVDkJSGv9t9OnzATLBg0u-0l1kiweUlhKdVFzt27eIrwqkgRaESwqrDzNmAHp4UL-5XdgW-7pj6VtMFF6v5zk_gbNWdXburcz61d/s2048/364150656_10232334596524448_3445968689570013978_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5xtrU5SG1dIEg9Bq7iKki9fHN96Z1EHV80xtoEQJi1huQleuGuaDaJfcZ-IYygBA7F_PnAaPYOP5YSt8zO3MwQ58fOVDkJSGv9t9OnzATLBg0u-0l1kiweUlhKdVFzt27eIrwqkgRaESwqrDzNmAHp4UL-5XdgW-7pj6VtMFF6v5zk_gbNWdXburcz61d/s320/364150656_10232334596524448_3445968689570013978_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">To keep the bones in place permanently I'll use corset flossing. This is an embroidery technique which surrounds the end of the bone and also protects the corset fabric from wear from the bone. I have the white twill tape to cover the edges of the corset garter belt and I have white embroidery floss. I also have some narrow cotton bias tape and embroidery floss in an ivory color. Choices!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAe1skdoqHz9kuovQoDOlXJ12zAGZaMc5NOEi75We26jCYxIjA4DCR48qIfu0v2u8uHcJcxjU_PDAGPIXsTOnyNys4BFyx901cEFR-tZiKcBTANy_TUVCSJMgecDZyWK9C8xZGVN0NfIewEHmT142ExqCkoG85ClQ0rGTaC7vbJNG2M0wA9ztJOBF7x9C0/s2048/364766910_10232334600204540_3984399298646068781_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAe1skdoqHz9kuovQoDOlXJ12zAGZaMc5NOEi75We26jCYxIjA4DCR48qIfu0v2u8uHcJcxjU_PDAGPIXsTOnyNys4BFyx901cEFR-tZiKcBTANy_TUVCSJMgecDZyWK9C8xZGVN0NfIewEHmT142ExqCkoG85ClQ0rGTaC7vbJNG2M0wA9ztJOBF7x9C0/s320/364766910_10232334600204540_3984399298646068781_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In the end I stayed with the pattern instructions and used the white twill tape. I removed the bones and since they will be inserted from the upper edge, I first enclosed the lower edge. Folded in half, pinned, and sewn by hand with short running stitches.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOic8AhLlRh2NJRskRv06wZMun5mhMLTcBFNH_Fmje_XaDC3Ldvqntbmy_xhBUDrjdKujlugR9qMlJWjDnFyRyjbxT5t83V5JsGVoM9-Y7wHnBQ-Wck7UJZ1yLrxoigMXGtROy9UbCdF-ITAO4VNALUALNCeO309Zv9oqnnHV39l73imCkqIh3SIVPOgqY/s2048/364690328_10232334392079337_5104677601026778452_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOic8AhLlRh2NJRskRv06wZMun5mhMLTcBFNH_Fmje_XaDC3Ldvqntbmy_xhBUDrjdKujlugR9qMlJWjDnFyRyjbxT5t83V5JsGVoM9-Y7wHnBQ-Wck7UJZ1yLrxoigMXGtROy9UbCdF-ITAO4VNALUALNCeO309Zv9oqnnHV39l73imCkqIh3SIVPOgqY/s320/364690328_10232334392079337_5104677601026778452_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Corset flossing is such a beautiful art and there are unique and colorful patterns available in tutorials all over the internet.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibtW5fMleYmC58NFGVMPeQW4I75CFV2hxSCKC8Mx3pjD_yFTsRzG48hVdwLgEu889bqAIqAg23ryoR6Klo4tYJRUEUEVb64gyb5FlK1xL-szC1qeRrzRTI2DR_7i--s85QVoT9tPCqZWSV0R4he6OTj36hCU7WjaRXKf365d5rHkJs8FrttKHG8SplH047/s1274/PinkFlossing.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1044" data-original-width="1274" height="262" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibtW5fMleYmC58NFGVMPeQW4I75CFV2hxSCKC8Mx3pjD_yFTsRzG48hVdwLgEu889bqAIqAg23ryoR6Klo4tYJRUEUEVb64gyb5FlK1xL-szC1qeRrzRTI2DR_7i--s85QVoT9tPCqZWSV0R4he6OTj36hCU7WjaRXKf365d5rHkJs8FrttKHG8SplH047/s320/PinkFlossing.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I've used this embroidery technique and saved the diagram. I'll share it here for you and can only thank the person who originally shared it for my use as I found it on the internet. Whoever you are, Thank you very much!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq72y3sDbAsB2whTrCxcPyFx0-O--dyis1h1--jenrkgJJXqjeenFQE2F8gbZDtaw7uY2KZZj15481M_7XemuJQg64Hn79cGEZ92ClINsBjmfzR_qn2W1tG_YG-vfPApSUiD1fN0rWEdHYkUeOmhjNqaJtgMCNHlItW5Wkb-I3kFsBX7esrGpeiR1EcqvM/s1600/HPIM8757.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="948" data-original-width="1600" height="190" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq72y3sDbAsB2whTrCxcPyFx0-O--dyis1h1--jenrkgJJXqjeenFQE2F8gbZDtaw7uY2KZZj15481M_7XemuJQg64Hn79cGEZ92ClINsBjmfzR_qn2W1tG_YG-vfPApSUiD1fN0rWEdHYkUeOmhjNqaJtgMCNHlItW5Wkb-I3kFsBX7esrGpeiR1EcqvM/s320/HPIM8757.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqAiVbQqdxuJiZA8lwfZ_LZ356oCB93GQRfO1ugkE-kySJ_ljWPsUz70p_CHuUJQZaj1bIJum00cDntprl7Uuoma6iWGPvt3NL5IkArnqLup9fAZ7cq-ZyyRVPbxiZKfRFd6egSiXEdJRmb5RfimCTucccZgIrk9y8823beL1xhIKCKq-QoHOF5jQ93SCM/s337/364007396_10232334360318543_1433260755142937293_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="337" data-original-width="238" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqAiVbQqdxuJiZA8lwfZ_LZ356oCB93GQRfO1ugkE-kySJ_ljWPsUz70p_CHuUJQZaj1bIJum00cDntprl7Uuoma6iWGPvt3NL5IkArnqLup9fAZ7cq-ZyyRVPbxiZKfRFd6egSiXEdJRmb5RfimCTucccZgIrk9y8823beL1xhIKCKq-QoHOF5jQ93SCM/s320/364007396_10232334360318543_1433260755142937293_n.jpg" width="226" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I sewed thread guidelines to keep my lines straight on top and bottom and followed stitch holes on the sides. 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I'll share photos with you and there is some additional video on the YouTube Companion Video.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Originally this was to be a Part 3 of my 1930s Underthings for my 1930s Wardrobe but I felt that this deserved it's own post and video as it's such a versatile foundation for so many eras and easy to make. I hope this helps you on your own journey! So we'll call this Part 3a. Part 3b coming soon!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg88XBjdZIMTh-qnlpmIIUKztXiRAIBCigGDRxlDlPws4UoVdKLkauv3KPLny756DlGOehdv0hIRtgoyA1Ezn8zS5XCGz-v4m0-LhDQuoJXFjvkEfXtinDswQ0yDH0QqXHQ-QzYS_k6Dv8mMYuQnsysHCVh-4mpmt2u9PNT2S26BmdCn4X5OWFAgjgovS9H/s2000/365444491_10232347914337385_6750353533015553719_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="964" data-original-width="2000" height="154" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg88XBjdZIMTh-qnlpmIIUKztXiRAIBCigGDRxlDlPws4UoVdKLkauv3KPLny756DlGOehdv0hIRtgoyA1Ezn8zS5XCGz-v4m0-LhDQuoJXFjvkEfXtinDswQ0yDH0QqXHQ-QzYS_k6Dv8mMYuQnsysHCVh-4mpmt2u9PNT2S26BmdCn4X5OWFAgjgovS9H/s320/365444491_10232347914337385_6750353533015553719_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8K1xXn2JlNvBTj6e27F6Kvh-NJYLkdbBr2P52SK7MJThdkilOBu9m-vhBj5kWL3DA4tYyTJlnF5EiuG5BTuGZkFO18CHs69fo53kAQqaOeFe7oRY_8WLBwfG5h30RGbZ5AviwH_uYuDY5FbHf7RTt34NMyLUpnweQWheON8Yz90pgggV_YhUUUydWppXN/s2039/365407356_10232347915537415_7511850942034610353_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Make something which would generally be seen only within the household (ex: informal at-home wear, nightwear, undergarments).</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">What the item is: Corset Garter Belt</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">How it fits the Challenge: An undergarment to create the silhouette and hold stockings.</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Material: Coutil</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Pattern: Mrs Depew 1930s Corset Garter Belt</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Year: 1930s</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Notions: Busk, spiral metal boning, elastic, twill tape, garters, embroidery floss</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">How historically accurate is it? Pattern, materials, and techniques all accurate.</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Hours to complete: 8 hours</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">First worn: 1930s evening on the Queen Mary 2</span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Total cost: $55</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><p></p>Jeanettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09186764620925579101noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4439815537233502652.post-4700680011501722272023-07-09T09:28:00.000-04:002023-07-09T09:28:10.452-04:00Almost Heaven ~ A Costumer's Retreat ~ The Planning<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLXJ37T_pxglXuWkY16k1LNrjS67IAvtu7qO2dI2gXBElzHpTm-Mjl5VrqE38mtgSyAKE-AHN3lWWr1oeY8Wc0sSdz_6Q2EExkh8PvjlHR1eBzYgTuw3O2zZeRs_UT7jFtteaPf_TuSIZ6GZL__5Q9o0fiVIcuZTlFtHteUb_hn6CvAFY_EsgeO5DfbVZk/s1280/AlmostHeavenThumbnail.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLXJ37T_pxglXuWkY16k1LNrjS67IAvtu7qO2dI2gXBElzHpTm-Mjl5VrqE38mtgSyAKE-AHN3lWWr1oeY8Wc0sSdz_6Q2EExkh8PvjlHR1eBzYgTuw3O2zZeRs_UT7jFtteaPf_TuSIZ6GZL__5Q9o0fiVIcuZTlFtHteUb_hn6CvAFY_EsgeO5DfbVZk/s320/AlmostHeavenThumbnail.png" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Companion YouTube Video: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XUqCwo2by14" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XUqCwo2by14</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Almost Heaven, West Virginia. John Denver got it right in the 1971 song. West Virginia is, in the words of my friend Terry, "hauntingly beautiful". Denver's song is a symbol of West Virginia (and one you may be humming the rest of the day, you're welcome), and is one of four official state anthems, and in 2023 was selected by the Library of Congress for inclusion in the National Recording Registry.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8svhez7lagAEk4udS97XfzAaCDLpJo2-P9aJuARVQsELN1fo_IXKvPCHF8-ynsG-eR6qqrrdsv_ymqoEQO7htiGP_-bgUKDMsohFe7b5mmyj3OW4FISMg6-vzjyZX9rt8NLExN37sosebc71H36_XPuJRhCWxi0lHLQca0AV8Mc_AX0pmG2bfEVdUClCf/s690/357455031_10232105336553092_4242402015437816063_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="394" data-original-width="690" height="183" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8svhez7lagAEk4udS97XfzAaCDLpJo2-P9aJuARVQsELN1fo_IXKvPCHF8-ynsG-eR6qqrrdsv_ymqoEQO7htiGP_-bgUKDMsohFe7b5mmyj3OW4FISMg6-vzjyZX9rt8NLExN37sosebc71H36_XPuJRhCWxi0lHLQca0AV8Mc_AX0pmG2bfEVdUClCf/s320/357455031_10232105336553092_4242402015437816063_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxwMyjcqBwuysBuKL1B4vTt6Wioo1-_E4NFud0XHEiHgtK0zy6vDY3G8yPbW5N-TizlJ_B5phzazYF2KewvZepxhinq-tyUC-usqGnI2lk8N_OOIomtusckrsn0HGnI4nK0uh4p4G3MhCWH_UJTUuufiNmXMVAYhR4f0-uS2PlODlx8jLCdHL2PmLW-fBZ/s600/358066105_10232105337033104_3374522648370835888_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="600" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxwMyjcqBwuysBuKL1B4vTt6Wioo1-_E4NFud0XHEiHgtK0zy6vDY3G8yPbW5N-TizlJ_B5phzazYF2KewvZepxhinq-tyUC-usqGnI2lk8N_OOIomtusckrsn0HGnI4nK0uh4p4G3MhCWH_UJTUuufiNmXMVAYhR4f0-uS2PlODlx8jLCdHL2PmLW-fBZ/s320/358066105_10232105337033104_3374522648370835888_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">So what could a song have to do with a costume retreat for vintage and historical costumers? Let's go back in time.....a long time....</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">About 480 million years ago, just a blip in earth's 4 billion year history, the collision of several continental plates formed a mountain range. The elevations were similar to our Alps and Rocky Mountains but have eroded naturally and softly to the range we have today.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgw4D-7LwkofSOs78ka-430qbCybVzw4my-18SYTUEOklpxbH9L4In3Kv6pQxMwDDzsrycE3tmMwQHXLJJYkz-sOB7QUO4CgRjpET1OMnn4dVLvOkVkxzFz5v7AtQYjFMYSh5mj2QsBL0cf2SoFk8U1Yuica7hqDwOr7bUZSdLCMdfzuG3tXbbkFRzUh0_f/s300/357571288_10232104508452390_1435309525573246373_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="169" data-original-width="300" height="169" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgw4D-7LwkofSOs78ka-430qbCybVzw4my-18SYTUEOklpxbH9L4In3Kv6pQxMwDDzsrycE3tmMwQHXLJJYkz-sOB7QUO4CgRjpET1OMnn4dVLvOkVkxzFz5v7AtQYjFMYSh5mj2QsBL0cf2SoFk8U1Yuica7hqDwOr7bUZSdLCMdfzuG3tXbbkFRzUh0_f/s1600/357571288_10232104508452390_1435309525573246373_n.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The mountain range was probably named from a 1528 exploration discovering a Native American tribe who name is transcribed as Apalchen or Apalachen. That is the fourth oldest surviving European place-name in the United States.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgy6sPLUeVLXXseGI62iDOiS7ECJMSwCTRbCxVINqLrlMS116yRfpbmST3LcWJeRfXYDDFdit4zRLq4B7WeVxERrVL1Qltl-LPgjqH9J8skQ00HU8g4qNfkHVBpeA14al8Ea9ID-Ieo6E2DXr-BQVUbyVwl8uhFdTfwzah4XYhJWSY4FpopFjrg73Dbj8hM/s520/357527566_10232104506812349_8658763452627408715_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="295" data-original-width="520" height="182" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgy6sPLUeVLXXseGI62iDOiS7ECJMSwCTRbCxVINqLrlMS116yRfpbmST3LcWJeRfXYDDFdit4zRLq4B7WeVxERrVL1Qltl-LPgjqH9J8skQ00HU8g4qNfkHVBpeA14al8Ea9ID-Ieo6E2DXr-BQVUbyVwl8uhFdTfwzah4XYhJWSY4FpopFjrg73Dbj8hM/s320/357527566_10232104506812349_8658763452627408715_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Appalachian Mountains and the Great Appalachian Valley extend 2,000 miles. Their average peak is now 3,000 feet.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgw4D-7LwkofSOs78ka-430qbCybVzw4my-18SYTUEOklpxbH9L4In3Kv6pQxMwDDzsrycE3tmMwQHXLJJYkz-sOB7QUO4CgRjpET1OMnn4dVLvOkVkxzFz5v7AtQYjFMYSh5mj2QsBL0cf2SoFk8U1Yuica7hqDwOr7bUZSdLCMdfzuG3tXbbkFRzUh0_f/s300/357571288_10232104508452390_1435309525573246373_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghzhBoZ8o9ApTAyZTnbYR7iuPyC5uT8ORRtaU1BqJvMXoNsVuVkxhsbyVR2bpQdtMVA3QxHMGb3AZAb68oB3fjDky5ol0D8GFf5ekFR5AaajkfGzfJNaDMIP808fRAuoz5nDpgwWyS067_GgI3qHa5oZyujk536DXPsMQ99yXdhEokixtMuUj6HBU3TCYJ/s561/357515130_10232104505532317_9208905563491405265_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="561" data-original-width="550" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghzhBoZ8o9ApTAyZTnbYR7iuPyC5uT8ORRtaU1BqJvMXoNsVuVkxhsbyVR2bpQdtMVA3QxHMGb3AZAb68oB3fjDky5ol0D8GFf5ekFR5AaajkfGzfJNaDMIP808fRAuoz5nDpgwWyS067_GgI3qHa5oZyujk536DXPsMQ99yXdhEokixtMuUj6HBU3TCYJ/s320/357515130_10232104505532317_9208905563491405265_n.jpg" width="314" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The highest mountain, Mount Mitchell, is in my state of North Carolina. It is 6,684' and is the highest point in the United States east of the Mississippi River. It's Cherokee name is Attakulla.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhV085YsinzOJKiGzgkNorEwfhSJMbOsuN8p-9bzA80vb_N_pU17ZIFk5PWuGwQUccATYLlumxssZgH7jx9LtrfDNXG0rsjcJgar6IqPsJnkMAztqY44ovSw0y3lVptLrup_GC_8K6RCK2AnFO4XD9lRxUBZ61u8O5kaV7zLJ61_ncZ618KRLeB5GS-u99r/s544/358059383_10232104506332337_4016073649197406593_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="296" data-original-width="544" height="174" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhV085YsinzOJKiGzgkNorEwfhSJMbOsuN8p-9bzA80vb_N_pU17ZIFk5PWuGwQUccATYLlumxssZgH7jx9LtrfDNXG0rsjcJgar6IqPsJnkMAztqY44ovSw0y3lVptLrup_GC_8K6RCK2AnFO4XD9lRxUBZ61u8O5kaV7zLJ61_ncZ618KRLeB5GS-u99r/s320/358059383_10232104506332337_4016073649197406593_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">As the colonists settled the eastern seaboard of North America bringing their culture, customs, and children, expansion was hindered by this mountain range. Our history is full of trials and tragedies as the colonists in the east pushed west. In the early 19th century historian, diplomat, and biographer Washington Irving proposed renaming the United States Appalachia. A testament to the impact the mountain range had the life in that time.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifnw3PUYB4agmiTeod8fIjoyYP9hk-sfVjScnTFYq6ZT1aFdTVByp8wID64-um0ILYspoBaF9_lWEf9pxJxR5OGcVNEK4DaRN_czjIWQza5ki4WTE7QvzU4dSapsRz25JTiNGY1R5b4GdaBFaeGmG7ET-Ab4ZWIBcATXBygZCAZVaisd29h7Hn-RBuo_t_/s626/357065865_10232104505972328_1106744874586603086_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="626" data-original-width="440" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifnw3PUYB4agmiTeod8fIjoyYP9hk-sfVjScnTFYq6ZT1aFdTVByp8wID64-um0ILYspoBaF9_lWEf9pxJxR5OGcVNEK4DaRN_czjIWQza5ki4WTE7QvzU4dSapsRz25JTiNGY1R5b4GdaBFaeGmG7ET-Ab4ZWIBcATXBygZCAZVaisd29h7Hn-RBuo_t_/s320/357065865_10232104505972328_1106744874586603086_n.jpg" width="225" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Different portions of the Appalachians have different names. The portion I'm focusing on is the Allegheny Mountains, also called the Alleghenies. They stretch 500 miles from north central Pennsylvania to southwest Virginia and posed a significant barrier to land travel in the time of expansion.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIn_5CLdbqApJw0kkfltmLtNGMaEumtQWlYTggs8eC8vTxz5AcSNwktRFCKLE9K7NvEmGZOw4Qb0sF_J-3WFOe0PPqHP9r0ooKiAWYtywNboja761mk0nMVmv_dQlvMVzdKVXivYylDx6zbefGar9wYl6mdP5JifPt-EtPZGJSIC0-cTsVYsh0Plryq5LD/s260/allegheny.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="260" data-original-width="260" height="260" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIn_5CLdbqApJw0kkfltmLtNGMaEumtQWlYTggs8eC8vTxz5AcSNwktRFCKLE9K7NvEmGZOw4Qb0sF_J-3WFOe0PPqHP9r0ooKiAWYtywNboja761mk0nMVmv_dQlvMVzdKVXivYylDx6zbefGar9wYl6mdP5JifPt-EtPZGJSIC0-cTsVYsh0Plryq5LD/s1600/allegheny.jpg" width="260" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">By 1740 the European-American settlers had moved into what had been the hunting grounds of the Shawnee and Cherokee nations. The Native Americans called this land Can-tuc-kee. Much of that land is now the Monongahela National Forest, the Jefferson Forest, and the George Washionton Forest. In 1778 Greenbrier County was formed and is within the National Radio Quiet Zone, something I will explain later.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The United States today and the Almost Heaven State of West Virginia.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYWjRR_AxAvAxTO2hbXjMILqDq7Kr67l56avyZKAORhQ0PWzkF7rEoQOH3o6T-BSG57Z6UNooWYZ6BHabzVGVfJVwLj200zRD67rzVxnJ76EnrhzD8UCVtxBh9Efb7PzLR2XIiv6qr6SclC1Gc_CZVuFHuOlVeI1Q6BD_Zc-MxKoaQaPPqjXFM0mcRIoGL/s600/358067649_10232104507372363_6446667584101007157_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="371" data-original-width="600" height="198" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYWjRR_AxAvAxTO2hbXjMILqDq7Kr67l56avyZKAORhQ0PWzkF7rEoQOH3o6T-BSG57Z6UNooWYZ6BHabzVGVfJVwLj200zRD67rzVxnJ76EnrhzD8UCVtxBh9Efb7PzLR2XIiv6qr6SclC1Gc_CZVuFHuOlVeI1Q6BD_Zc-MxKoaQaPPqjXFM0mcRIoGL/s320/358067649_10232104507372363_6446667584101007157_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-DFzPeBumyaSMysg3NgCunxhwBtkUp6gRpdGU6utVIfrRc2rGpuWivguX4l_2QG0sL3yB4w4YTW1c6tP6jrXOb0cM3tEFhu-iDXyVmr_-RH4-mjgXM72VjkwG1elZNCCadqqkpjgEJnrVCHcg9UUyKNdQDKaAXl6uR4bPsMXrsk3I7bB97PtnDsB0ysf8/s1019/357699856_10232105340473190_3428879070132579290_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1019" data-original-width="793" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-DFzPeBumyaSMysg3NgCunxhwBtkUp6gRpdGU6utVIfrRc2rGpuWivguX4l_2QG0sL3yB4w4YTW1c6tP6jrXOb0cM3tEFhu-iDXyVmr_-RH4-mjgXM72VjkwG1elZNCCadqqkpjgEJnrVCHcg9UUyKNdQDKaAXl6uR4bPsMXrsk3I7bB97PtnDsB0ysf8/s320/357699856_10232105340473190_3428879070132579290_n.jpg" width="249" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And in the State of West Virginia, Greenbrier County.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFAMYlBpqJYWdJvx0a-aH0pHFRYjU8Ll0MkBNz6w7TMiCvfTGdlmrwn6LgJXAL18wWcl6Qw0kl6OUZgwbC4MeWVnwJttiQCbpDCTl44HcYm76fci3tw6OdUvWYBc2e9YFJMuBTtJcbojCi06GkRGZYtUoGk4bTF99h-5qgJvBhNIK_E5Z_uxGWph0Xxr-m/s600/357565015_10232104507892376_8364234718383949821_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="535" data-original-width="600" height="285" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFAMYlBpqJYWdJvx0a-aH0pHFRYjU8Ll0MkBNz6w7TMiCvfTGdlmrwn6LgJXAL18wWcl6Qw0kl6OUZgwbC4MeWVnwJttiQCbpDCTl44HcYm76fci3tw6OdUvWYBc2e9YFJMuBTtJcbojCi06GkRGZYtUoGk4bTF99h-5qgJvBhNIK_E5Z_uxGWph0Xxr-m/s320/357565015_10232104507892376_8364234718383949821_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">There are many named mountains in that area and now we'll focus on the area at Kate's Mountain. Kate was a courageous woman who hid herself and her baby during early struggles between the colonists and the Native Americans over the land. Kate's Mountain was my view on the day I arrived to continue my research into planning a costumer's retreat in West Virginia.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQlG2X9fPMbYK6CWa0J8RC8kG-8VjXOLL-NCQ63ZEPMsRDDqXFhzOJWKiFXUPxa6tJj0WmKoXKz6mGpazIzjCa13hmhxpS24r_tRzFz8KIoVnmOW-a3OrTctA0ERx3XOfWGJ_6mc0iAVUAtTacXnW4POEb5A3J0EB07-bHdO0_vOaMorastEnXfphLbJvJ/s1214/357691860_10232104511172458_3053772967812960741_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1214" data-original-width="954" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQlG2X9fPMbYK6CWa0J8RC8kG-8VjXOLL-NCQ63ZEPMsRDDqXFhzOJWKiFXUPxa6tJj0WmKoXKz6mGpazIzjCa13hmhxpS24r_tRzFz8KIoVnmOW-a3OrTctA0ERx3XOfWGJ_6mc0iAVUAtTacXnW4POEb5A3J0EB07-bHdO0_vOaMorastEnXfphLbJvJ/s320/357691860_10232104511172458_3053772967812960741_n.jpg" width="251" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvBZcICtQIgWDhrg8qhU-qrPYXkRa06fh7_eZULhQNL4CLAL4_KxEsSEXHDGTuy08-ILVlAP3AOn5WFRhN2-L0aQfhlit9q3m1DfmlD4KDmMSKsAxPZEINZh9Dk8nZqT1iMqdGDFFvI9dfIzezNFLNWFML00B8CEBFBUOZ1S6nF4YxmfYvpEmmOqBqplKD/s1008/kate's%20mountain%20sign.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1008" data-original-width="756" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvBZcICtQIgWDhrg8qhU-qrPYXkRa06fh7_eZULhQNL4CLAL4_KxEsSEXHDGTuy08-ILVlAP3AOn5WFRhN2-L0aQfhlit9q3m1DfmlD4KDmMSKsAxPZEINZh9Dk8nZqT1iMqdGDFFvI9dfIzezNFLNWFML00B8CEBFBUOZ1S6nF4YxmfYvpEmmOqBqplKD/s320/kate's%20mountain%20sign.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Planning a Costume Event</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I've shared with you the multi-day costume events I've organized in the past and wasn't planning to organize another until the day I learned of The Greenbrier in West Virginia. I had attended the Somewhere in Time event at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island in Michigan and watched a documentary about the Dorothy Draper Company and the interior design creations of both Dorothy Draper and her employee, Carlton Varney. The Greenbrier had been another project of Draper's. The Greenbrier in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia is just 199 miles from my tiny farmhouse in North Carolina. How had I not heard of this place? But as it turns out it is a well kept secret and I've only met one other person in the costuming community who has been there but a group of costuming friends are interested in a retreat so it is time for me to research....</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiD27YE9Pv4UXGqpNbHTYmtcJfcD-cAHMP7tTSpgp8p7-TjSzIxR94tX3OSIS-lsJb-RbcrUHvE83b1ApV9xbWOKHzi28sgVjTNgDlPGTdien3jRfsnL8RCt2xt3J9RH6D04XuY_y0t_O2ZjVOQSoLOEkiM8ivB_oXt-vuEcUVwn_uY8AfbkY7NhaX_O5D4/s270/GrandHotel.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="180" data-original-width="270" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiD27YE9Pv4UXGqpNbHTYmtcJfcD-cAHMP7tTSpgp8p7-TjSzIxR94tX3OSIS-lsJb-RbcrUHvE83b1ApV9xbWOKHzi28sgVjTNgDlPGTdien3jRfsnL8RCt2xt3J9RH6D04XuY_y0t_O2ZjVOQSoLOEkiM8ivB_oXt-vuEcUVwn_uY8AfbkY7NhaX_O5D4/s1600/GrandHotel.jpg" width="270" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0Wjk9LfyjRPd3SQWvP7devkH3QtBWAtSAwKiNcVf7vwjHey7UdxcMhmeMJfKqkmbmByM24gXPrZeDa8OSGcJqeP3hjyHzhvJd3X7OZ94H35RUWZYWSsSQ8ynuaCnVhpJy1hrZ_CGHq1rmj4Q3YaOOVnVTxkkMKG367w6oqglCmrX7496WF2dsUQt6F0kC/s1024/grandhotel1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="768" data-original-width="1024" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0Wjk9LfyjRPd3SQWvP7devkH3QtBWAtSAwKiNcVf7vwjHey7UdxcMhmeMJfKqkmbmByM24gXPrZeDa8OSGcJqeP3hjyHzhvJd3X7OZ94H35RUWZYWSsSQ8ynuaCnVhpJy1hrZ_CGHq1rmj4Q3YaOOVnVTxkkMKG367w6oqglCmrX7496WF2dsUQt6F0kC/s320/grandhotel1.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhX3QkKQKtwcQZh3wJMBQMGvw-J_mZO_xuIopB9klaC0_wr8S9QE_kyuQBxyeAT1fAovbPx37rOg2ctf-kJpEfVilMKOyAW5XT1FiovxwaBAVG5ZGMhOuFAx3OwqPpcYhOY36YMqjnrMUnnyb21mApnkeGLrPmaFCHfq859lYsdgMtf6vZFGph3Z-UOx5sl/s1138/356663302_10232061400374715_9159720686618547440_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1138" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhX3QkKQKtwcQZh3wJMBQMGvw-J_mZO_xuIopB9klaC0_wr8S9QE_kyuQBxyeAT1fAovbPx37rOg2ctf-kJpEfVilMKOyAW5XT1FiovxwaBAVG5ZGMhOuFAx3OwqPpcYhOY36YMqjnrMUnnyb21mApnkeGLrPmaFCHfq859lYsdgMtf6vZFGph3Z-UOx5sl/s320/356663302_10232061400374715_9159720686618547440_n.jpg" width="304" /></a></div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The research began with this beautifully written book by Dr. Robert Conte, historian of The Greenbrier. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnlIlBYz4paKNW3IDHOkcKNG_MVRt_KHxIQQz2M-4Q-_qu1QTp8moR64OuW5XhipDpb8KUPvnHcn5e9ZYuQ9S-tlPVrlOoF7Qz8mez3Znh69jXiv6ytsIJVQTwMH2tebYk2_akkC_i4J0AmkU3PhcWFyLMqFP9CLmzzbcXjoqtubmjEkhw4RAq-XzHZv5g/s2048/357775650_10232097290031934_5867244760573770200_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnlIlBYz4paKNW3IDHOkcKNG_MVRt_KHxIQQz2M-4Q-_qu1QTp8moR64OuW5XhipDpb8KUPvnHcn5e9ZYuQ9S-tlPVrlOoF7Qz8mez3Znh69jXiv6ytsIJVQTwMH2tebYk2_akkC_i4J0AmkU3PhcWFyLMqFP9CLmzzbcXjoqtubmjEkhw4RAq-XzHZv5g/s320/357775650_10232097290031934_5867244760573770200_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">As the name White Sulphur Springs implies, a spring of sulphur water is the center and and also the beginning of the recorded history of this 11,000 acre property. Beginning in 1778 a local pioneer followed the Native American tradition of "taking the waters" for health benefits. In 1835 the Spring House was built around the spring.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3s0VwUh2ip_mOgh3TnQeJXyps5vBeA4ECL4-Pc6zz_jmevi6iSOTeoypzjL0TFxAS7Gm--yfMXj9vgUWf8G5RcZg_uSpvcDi7eYXrZHl84URxW1PLDY5q0JSPO0aCEWwZ5lN40dTjSgll1PxPj3JCE3bUP9zfyp_Ak4izPk4bGXpkBbwYILF_M15t3E2l/s570/357803946_10232097282751752_5990801446494231985_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="380" data-original-width="570" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3s0VwUh2ip_mOgh3TnQeJXyps5vBeA4ECL4-Pc6zz_jmevi6iSOTeoypzjL0TFxAS7Gm--yfMXj9vgUWf8G5RcZg_uSpvcDi7eYXrZHl84URxW1PLDY5q0JSPO0aCEWwZ5lN40dTjSgll1PxPj3JCE3bUP9zfyp_Ak4izPk4bGXpkBbwYILF_M15t3E2l/s320/357803946_10232097282751752_5990801446494231985_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The property was acquired by a prominent family and they developed the large property as a resort, selling cottages, many of which stand today, to families who wanted to travel there in the summer escaping the coastal heat.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0WRqTZbSvhiSGj_6Md5egTPvE8g49KWWfOihLMMoNf-9ligME2hGLg5EVjH74iT5xGhHLpBqh0_P3MQVLNPIQWajOtcvtHe66l1zAamJ32qwZwwiQHOk7ArRzlpD99Dj1FmC0QgF9j99RVdbFAO7PBM2tLTbxImdMCN8wUDwtOmDRJEGEGJ8e8gEvzrlJ/s360/Cottages.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="360" data-original-width="360" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0WRqTZbSvhiSGj_6Md5egTPvE8g49KWWfOihLMMoNf-9ligME2hGLg5EVjH74iT5xGhHLpBqh0_P3MQVLNPIQWajOtcvtHe66l1zAamJ32qwZwwiQHOk7ArRzlpD99Dj1FmC0QgF9j99RVdbFAO7PBM2tLTbxImdMCN8wUDwtOmDRJEGEGJ8e8gEvzrlJ/s320/Cottages.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The President's Cottage, built in 1835, housed 28 President's throughout the 19th century and since 1932 has served as an historical museum.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJp9qq6vFmYl2L-rsX5PBFdVsBB1YCsN_7dkLUj6Pe14fn7mEz5uTdIxCwbbLl_DZVxtFNGeF5w5VHCBnMP8TawTwhd_BDyWk4BII6g4rCOEx-jPMw3K5jXJ_uOSR8CiZRtKKV1NKrfibn2-UthHSgS476CC8O0tkw3a6zHmrSxpWOcgVOurU5Kx3hh7ZS/s1024/PresidentsCottage.webp" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="768" data-original-width="1024" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJp9qq6vFmYl2L-rsX5PBFdVsBB1YCsN_7dkLUj6Pe14fn7mEz5uTdIxCwbbLl_DZVxtFNGeF5w5VHCBnMP8TawTwhd_BDyWk4BII6g4rCOEx-jPMw3K5jXJ_uOSR8CiZRtKKV1NKrfibn2-UthHSgS476CC8O0tkw3a6zHmrSxpWOcgVOurU5Kx3hh7ZS/s320/PresidentsCottage.webp" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Around 1855 a hotel was built to accommodate the ever-increasing numbers of travelers from the coast, the north, and the south. The Grand Central Hotel became known as The White and later as The Old White. The hotel served as headquarters and hospital to both sides during the American Civil War.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwWKUOl_mfU5uGHl8B2UiUjtQe3cRc4BD8QgBLdGrTWxVArtlTw9J9BJnR1FVng6QrXlPAMmWQRZ5OJrTvVvD4OzuuCfRDeuch-TS8UFh0Jfc_0S1dtivxBypllC1vGCOzeeRLEIyBS9bz-IPq-VfNq1HZAoFlypW5owj8HhJ6M8zpvUcnFGw8Zf4-_57o/s800/357743229_10232104576814099_2828621405552952694_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="590" data-original-width="800" height="236" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwWKUOl_mfU5uGHl8B2UiUjtQe3cRc4BD8QgBLdGrTWxVArtlTw9J9BJnR1FVng6QrXlPAMmWQRZ5OJrTvVvD4OzuuCfRDeuch-TS8UFh0Jfc_0S1dtivxBypllC1vGCOzeeRLEIyBS9bz-IPq-VfNq1HZAoFlypW5owj8HhJ6M8zpvUcnFGw8Zf4-_57o/s320/357743229_10232104576814099_2828621405552952694_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In 1910 The Chesapeake & Ohio Railway purchased the property. The British-born American architect Frederick Julius Sterner designed a 250 room, six-story building which is the central wing of today's hotel. On September 25, 1913, what had been a summer establishment open as a year-round resort named The Greenbrier after the neighboring county. The historic Old White Hotel structure was demolished in 1922 and in 1931 a new structure crossing the 1913 structure like a T nearly doubled the size of the hotel.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEt9NerpJflkUmUAIBjJLuUnlu6jEi6JdqGn4fApl9z-03crekzPVE8sIaCerFDOcK5yhNYHMSu3eczWULNbND6BtqPWK6MOv3VHKBG62mRd6lpn__xChNvlYMJSmP3YVlECp8O5R8wqTHUSFnbMlK1vNRqojXyRwOtDkOUsWtkuylaUQ9P3PmOk83wCtz/s1000/Greenbrierantique.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="617" data-original-width="1000" height="197" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEt9NerpJflkUmUAIBjJLuUnlu6jEi6JdqGn4fApl9z-03crekzPVE8sIaCerFDOcK5yhNYHMSu3eczWULNbND6BtqPWK6MOv3VHKBG62mRd6lpn__xChNvlYMJSmP3YVlECp8O5R8wqTHUSFnbMlK1vNRqojXyRwOtDkOUsWtkuylaUQ9P3PmOk83wCtz/s320/Greenbrierantique.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Although the C&O Railroad was instrumental in the formation of The Greenbrier, they were most instrumental in forming this part of the United States as they continually built lines and found ways to transport and house travelers. Do you recognize Chessie, The Sleeping Kitten from their 1930s campaign for their sleeper cars?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhs0Wn0970_mdoQkSXA9nL41WqYvUSFUPZFFkhCuKxRe6_Cnah46lIUI8eeN6dvk2PE-nAp-5BQbdZNq-OHuRZqSh-GGxHHDT2gi-fuALdnNdqiadAJhCEzF5OSreuXuLTcJ5UomVwsib3yq3HoAcau3gI36u2ps6oXRt6JbRqlrVV6A6uktl6i1-jdwb6s/s983/357687581_10232104511652470_5121745906027578668_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="983" data-original-width="768" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhs0Wn0970_mdoQkSXA9nL41WqYvUSFUPZFFkhCuKxRe6_Cnah46lIUI8eeN6dvk2PE-nAp-5BQbdZNq-OHuRZqSh-GGxHHDT2gi-fuALdnNdqiadAJhCEzF5OSreuXuLTcJ5UomVwsib3yq3HoAcau3gI36u2ps6oXRt6JbRqlrVV6A6uktl6i1-jdwb6s/s320/357687581_10232104511652470_5121745906027578668_n.jpg" width="250" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">On September 1, 1942, the U.S. Army purchased and converted the resort to a 2,000-bed hospital known as Ashford General Hospital. The hospital treated nearly 25,000 patients. It closed in June 1946 and the property sold back to the C&O railroad.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjc5jphwxsYI2jxkkElcTwFfYfpmTAwlWgNtnKuA4trlb3eboTGpcWALYhW2NzGln_5CFj_rEF3A-3UwgRPMfYdJnMmZHlN18P5unWFFdEGL9NQPBbFur5uRN3naDhAMfyl34fUgbvACmxVqdQk0YivNvAy86f4X_UvcdYlyWtN_e63Oy0cQh9V1XG_s7oD/s2048/356654549_10232065582039254_6056867234407178721_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjc5jphwxsYI2jxkkElcTwFfYfpmTAwlWgNtnKuA4trlb3eboTGpcWALYhW2NzGln_5CFj_rEF3A-3UwgRPMfYdJnMmZHlN18P5unWFFdEGL9NQPBbFur5uRN3naDhAMfyl34fUgbvACmxVqdQk0YivNvAy86f4X_UvcdYlyWtN_e63Oy0cQh9V1XG_s7oD/s320/356654549_10232065582039254_6056867234407178721_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8nuf6dN-KNLbdPi3B51UeVq9xELqHzslMwVX8aXnNoo39-powWh8KN-9Bk0Id3xnB8n_TXVC7ZuPFsZ0_6mANZKWWmdZobOXJ-GcGhNXD-BUzfGx_H5gzNvXY_-hKvIGQy-H1jMthujw-NGgZ4yTjUs8jvJMvAOk795ZYeLbUqL_qvu7l1mymuECNEGrW/s2048/356865937_10232065582359262_3127360293908306024_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8nuf6dN-KNLbdPi3B51UeVq9xELqHzslMwVX8aXnNoo39-powWh8KN-9Bk0Id3xnB8n_TXVC7ZuPFsZ0_6mANZKWWmdZobOXJ-GcGhNXD-BUzfGx_H5gzNvXY_-hKvIGQy-H1jMthujw-NGgZ4yTjUs8jvJMvAOk795ZYeLbUqL_qvu7l1mymuECNEGrW/s320/356865937_10232065582359262_3127360293908306024_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The C&O Railroad had introduced the game of golf at The Greenbrier in 1910 and through the years there have been incredible expansion throughout the beautiful property.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjl5QJWxkdwk3KkhMQ8OYpVjDbYuLiqFbEdbghsdGB3pptQLr9qotcP93gAHEfoLYWsTXpiN64HZRR32pSTk_1bgfsKyH5U-cIFpGCV0QbhhmIwWCMpzR2T56DBgWDXM_Gr3zs5GZLia3asKN1YPVn81vv4AKdetAuKrYjuZDf_kKdOLbKX5BUWypSOCd64/s740/greenbrierfront.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="518" data-original-width="740" height="224" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjl5QJWxkdwk3KkhMQ8OYpVjDbYuLiqFbEdbghsdGB3pptQLr9qotcP93gAHEfoLYWsTXpiN64HZRR32pSTk_1bgfsKyH5U-cIFpGCV0QbhhmIwWCMpzR2T56DBgWDXM_Gr3zs5GZLia3asKN1YPVn81vv4AKdetAuKrYjuZDf_kKdOLbKX5BUWypSOCd64/s320/greenbrierfront.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5XO5eW6QH3Qi-hB-DZFgZAJ4rpoDCKR_tNzSHAV7lzHayZViptVAWqALuCmbOkeEPakJaSeE_LeGbGrqrCVPuoEXHBYY0cnsMvS-Pu1AaUdIYig_ogP4L__GXamib-6LScdpkIVkLEKiIVozKFquwcTUnyloGASVdxPfAV8lCnOZGUXfopf6UjCP3Wg8U/s735/Greenbrieroverhead.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="438" data-original-width="735" height="191" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5XO5eW6QH3Qi-hB-DZFgZAJ4rpoDCKR_tNzSHAV7lzHayZViptVAWqALuCmbOkeEPakJaSeE_LeGbGrqrCVPuoEXHBYY0cnsMvS-Pu1AaUdIYig_ogP4L__GXamib-6LScdpkIVkLEKiIVozKFquwcTUnyloGASVdxPfAV8lCnOZGUXfopf6UjCP3Wg8U/s320/Greenbrieroverhead.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">But as you can well imagine The Greenbrier interior had changed drastically during the years it was a hospital. After the Army's departure The Greenbrier sat empty and for six long months until President Truman signed a bill allowing former owners first priority in purchasing surplus military property.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In December 1946 the C&O Railroad again owned The Greenbrier who immediately hired internationally known interior designer Dorothy Draper to completely restore and redecorate the hotel.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoJSKIcGLBSESo5CHX27x1dk0520k8CpYKXX0J4pIPYxfqsMEhljjfx0FgeuxXBIqN1ueoKQmK0yEashcyBV5uNpJRAp7wUCyZB6_buVGtPS8i74vRy8nk14Bjg4IPV80F7ru5mWZAVU59KwbC7PivS1ybq-YGv__VRovWvlGxCPKODc_hjs1J-QweFJtZ/s936/357711060_10232097279951682_3828105851833852094_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="936" data-original-width="750" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoJSKIcGLBSESo5CHX27x1dk0520k8CpYKXX0J4pIPYxfqsMEhljjfx0FgeuxXBIqN1ueoKQmK0yEashcyBV5uNpJRAp7wUCyZB6_buVGtPS8i74vRy8nk14Bjg4IPV80F7ru5mWZAVU59KwbC7PivS1ybq-YGv__VRovWvlGxCPKODc_hjs1J-QweFJtZ/s320/357711060_10232097279951682_3828105851833852094_n.jpg" width="256" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-uSoiO-NBA4MpJuQQmurnaz5zyw7u9fs4PdK3b_f_AqXo0t_doD_HXxGZV98z_dVhtXQhSRH7kwC0X0QWtsgu6jbkDSWP-B2prmJZAGxkLZd-st9r80oizmxF9MVhDJJwBXGXfrEYuTIijeZjGhI2RsJjq8vpwlyvinDxgdAmfXdTYyB37R3mMYiJiPCq/s939/357444048_10232097279631674_8107294187508643739_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="939" data-original-width="750" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-uSoiO-NBA4MpJuQQmurnaz5zyw7u9fs4PdK3b_f_AqXo0t_doD_HXxGZV98z_dVhtXQhSRH7kwC0X0QWtsgu6jbkDSWP-B2prmJZAGxkLZd-st9r80oizmxF9MVhDJJwBXGXfrEYuTIijeZjGhI2RsJjq8vpwlyvinDxgdAmfXdTYyB37R3mMYiJiPCq/s320/357444048_10232097279631674_8107294187508643739_n.jpg" width="256" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">From The History of The Greenbrier:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">"Dorothy Draper's first visit to White Sulphur Springs was an eerie experience according to the notes of one who accompanied her on that soggy, gray day in December, 1946. As a limousine brought them from the train station to The Greenbrier, the hotel appeared 'almost ghostlike in the whispy veils of ground fog which shrouded its approaches'. Under the columns of the North Portico, Dorothy Draper and her assistants were met by a single employee who, with the aid of a flashlight (the electrical power was sut off), led them 'into the somber darkness of the entryway and up to a vast unfurnished lobby floor, where in silent emptiness a forest of naked columns stood at attention'. The decorating team immediately began inspecting the hotel, starting on the top floor and working their way down. Within hours, having opened the heavy doors of every room and closet to see what might remain for her use, Mrs. Draper had chosen a comprehensive theme for her redecoration of The Greenbrier -- "Romance and Rhododendrons" -- a theme that combined her vision of White Sulphur's romantic past and her attraction to the rhododendron, West Virginia's state flower.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpq9QsSZanOwpxPdBVKwaobirjkIGCv6ccbrU3hD13zuy-O1Lo7cFnqom2UIV_9ksqTLss3DZIl7VkUj57FE6tqySyk6yjSSY5yky-VEKYQpNRU37_o6yVXr15LF7sCIOHXByT8huGv0A6QMDqgldWhTDXaEUEncmGJqCnCbAgob4vg2vdBeTWNXFCcMR2/s800/Greenbriar_Winter1%20(1).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="533" data-original-width="800" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpq9QsSZanOwpxPdBVKwaobirjkIGCv6ccbrU3hD13zuy-O1Lo7cFnqom2UIV_9ksqTLss3DZIl7VkUj57FE6tqySyk6yjSSY5yky-VEKYQpNRU37_o6yVXr15LF7sCIOHXByT8huGv0A6QMDqgldWhTDXaEUEncmGJqCnCbAgob4vg2vdBeTWNXFCcMR2/s320/Greenbriar_Winter1%20(1).jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxoxEMq1h9BrDf3L9lWLueVUou-dGM3KarWUbPRFuYAhtJDtPpa7OBvk5DqwT9f1IxRenBbUkhpxm0y6dvAB9fva0qV9ZF7CWPfaB6lyyGI27aV9jjp_G9dP0u7cwEgCm-VkZCGPQA-V4mJ0e2T0qfYZ2qTNp1yP4hPSDIVwxacXOCGS8R09AC8CFwO8v0/s700/rhododendrunfield.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="700" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxoxEMq1h9BrDf3L9lWLueVUou-dGM3KarWUbPRFuYAhtJDtPpa7OBvk5DqwT9f1IxRenBbUkhpxm0y6dvAB9fva0qV9ZF7CWPfaB6lyyGI27aV9jjp_G9dP0u7cwEgCm-VkZCGPQA-V4mJ0e2T0qfYZ2qTNp1yP4hPSDIVwxacXOCGS8R09AC8CFwO8v0/s320/rhododendrunfield.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The project took two years and The Greenbrier's reopening on April 15, 1948 was an international social event. The Duke of Windsor and his wife, Wallis Simpson (who had spent her honeymoon with her first husband at The Greenbrier in 1916) were two of the many notable attendees.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvuRMvqr0dvud71JVgbOsm55EvNG2lJgyf2cl59Iyuhdd_vX_OuLZhdfoIXvId0kZIU0iK9Rcc88YHFbq1ghFz27Gszs437KdhJfjhLLezcRDF75L1esR74d1QztOU9_wspHgKwBocQjbsyQ6GURxcMMGZKaJ8Ov5N6TPLss6u5cf3WDpcimz6KBwaz4Pe/s960/357364953_10232097284871805_8585766814303978830_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvuRMvqr0dvud71JVgbOsm55EvNG2lJgyf2cl59Iyuhdd_vX_OuLZhdfoIXvId0kZIU0iK9Rcc88YHFbq1ghFz27Gszs437KdhJfjhLLezcRDF75L1esR74d1QztOU9_wspHgKwBocQjbsyQ6GURxcMMGZKaJ8Ov5N6TPLss6u5cf3WDpcimz6KBwaz4Pe/s320/357364953_10232097284871805_8585766814303978830_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In the late 1950s the United States government approached The Greenbrier for assistance in creating a secret emergency relocation center to house Congress in the aftermath of a nuclear holocaust. Code name: Project Greek Island. The concrete and fully functioning and supplied bunker could house 1100 people for 60 days. It was built in conjunction with an above-ground addition to the hotel from 1959 to 1962. In 1992 a reporter with The Washington Post reported the story and the bunker was decommissioned.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEQciu2gQkcwqh4N0fUgQxGwWkwKmXsj-eYj5FBYzrdrcvF-9NXHviuayzmBw7g50pfFXEAijziOgliRvu4yLWEfxp9llEezFILBHhjHdhTJCvlYHliCd-u5bj_BeicGWw5AzLbYcnAx6vVhSKIbwhm1OmFgAJx8PCghDnJt75JFjnZgaDDv7BAL0ee1Fb/s700/bunker.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="445" data-original-width="700" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEQciu2gQkcwqh4N0fUgQxGwWkwKmXsj-eYj5FBYzrdrcvF-9NXHviuayzmBw7g50pfFXEAijziOgliRvu4yLWEfxp9llEezFILBHhjHdhTJCvlYHliCd-u5bj_BeicGWw5AzLbYcnAx6vVhSKIbwhm1OmFgAJx8PCghDnJt75JFjnZgaDDv7BAL0ee1Fb/s320/bunker.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Since the late 20th century, the resort has hosted several more presidents and vice-presidents and foreign dignitaries. It has been host to several international meetings. It has had a significant place in golf history with four golf courses and hosting PGA and LIV events. It is home to a 2,500 seat tennis stadium. The 11,000 acre property offers an assortment of 55 activities on any day. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Greenbrier is on the US National Register of Historic Places and the US National Historic Landmark District. With all of that history and activity it seemed a perfect setting for a vintage and historical costumer's retreat. I made reservations, put Tasha Puppy with our friend Karen at Fairwinds Pet Boarding, and headed to West Virginia on those curvy mountain roads.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhx_jl0wSgh5WmXg6goaMCQE57BJsrVlEsP-yQtBHFUqoqS6cPIm0vNLuAvT7rerw1fRzc3q5L0l4duDAxgCvGzDH0405DxIVG3AyQOQG_-mVazk_61qS6iCFs08upGackQ9pnGBJjHnHYWIUAhCKsiO0HfUXfcge4xffMay3_UG1BTGPJO48Wjoh6PgPEs/s1138/356663302_10232061400374715_9159720686618547440_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1138" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhx_jl0wSgh5WmXg6goaMCQE57BJsrVlEsP-yQtBHFUqoqS6cPIm0vNLuAvT7rerw1fRzc3q5L0l4duDAxgCvGzDH0405DxIVG3AyQOQG_-mVazk_61qS6iCFs08upGackQ9pnGBJjHnHYWIUAhCKsiO0HfUXfcge4xffMay3_UG1BTGPJO48Wjoh6PgPEs/s320/356663302_10232061400374715_9159720686618547440_n.jpg" width="304" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0V6R8q87-Vp5ZQrUCCOdkTps--wDr8NdCPZcdWZ3hgJBgdEXY-ewqJOysznuu2BlIj_c1TKothdwttx09iWDNov-Cyxac1aNrdhDlcgYteNT5d6o8Udnmh1N4sUocpyoRic2c7FR5BYAs3vjyQYWFW4abcgCO0i7e18SmWz9PLXVRiV-x1y-Dv9-83NFi/s2048/356664259_10232061400574720_7960430007159012256_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0V6R8q87-Vp5ZQrUCCOdkTps--wDr8NdCPZcdWZ3hgJBgdEXY-ewqJOysznuu2BlIj_c1TKothdwttx09iWDNov-Cyxac1aNrdhDlcgYteNT5d6o8Udnmh1N4sUocpyoRic2c7FR5BYAs3vjyQYWFW4abcgCO0i7e18SmWz9PLXVRiV-x1y-Dv9-83NFi/s320/356664259_10232061400574720_7960430007159012256_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">At the entrance gate I receive my Guest Pass and now have access to 11,000 acres of beauty and enjoyment!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFyQXavmJxXM2NivA4zHxY2XRxlfT9ABr0YrnpIvkxF6d2uuXXkmfsATTRey-wMu-__XkaBW3UuPbs4csUXLD5ZguCJUcM0xa2sEI7xCDGs8r0ks5Ef7G4QCuz2XtznfpZbCpwj0_czrzgv-xZgUPM-LRGwht85GWC7r6-6zdWppxlMmZ49le9oIK2YXKp/s2048/356640810_10232061400214711_394104151042589935_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFyQXavmJxXM2NivA4zHxY2XRxlfT9ABr0YrnpIvkxF6d2uuXXkmfsATTRey-wMu-__XkaBW3UuPbs4csUXLD5ZguCJUcM0xa2sEI7xCDGs8r0ks5Ef7G4QCuz2XtznfpZbCpwj0_czrzgv-xZgUPM-LRGwht85GWC7r6-6zdWppxlMmZ49le9oIK2YXKp/s320/356640810_10232061400214711_394104151042589935_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Leaving my bags with the bellman, I take the stairs to the Lower Lobby reception areas where I am offered my choice of champagne or water. Which do you think I took? *wink*</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsFcCwfRQQxG4E72iFYI1k2PlHiJTvvy78N7DkCynx6yFNEdzLtQ2EpyS4WsZOlUq5DPf9vbeiEHqf1EFRaCRZ35reWOUeQZ3zj3PP1MXhJp2BAkiRlp4y2ZUPi3yEN5ZWJWKrPew3d8nxDAZsRdF_dpuJQZOahcyp6J8WqHwlCZ_js2iY8RuUdojyESBE/s2048/356874743_10232065585239334_7909952894729045323_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsFcCwfRQQxG4E72iFYI1k2PlHiJTvvy78N7DkCynx6yFNEdzLtQ2EpyS4WsZOlUq5DPf9vbeiEHqf1EFRaCRZ35reWOUeQZ3zj3PP1MXhJp2BAkiRlp4y2ZUPi3yEN5ZWJWKrPew3d8nxDAZsRdF_dpuJQZOahcyp6J8WqHwlCZ_js2iY8RuUdojyESBE/s320/356874743_10232065585239334_7909952894729045323_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMx78arrNV7uL0_nfmq8RcXAZ6fmQQ8dOodrfCNwQJsDjtSuECmkP2D7A9emVr_m5AIZqZ8t5I-TUXdE7zis8H36GpYlvDEHFCSXDAmnp007fqBc4CrnX-dYvQCnVoxoXh7S8yk8R7UG5joEexNHHHbDJD7vHRE-aC9DmK-Z9g2At3GPFKikySG_MqkiZX/s2048/357696716_10232091694372046_9215443850519199632_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMx78arrNV7uL0_nfmq8RcXAZ6fmQQ8dOodrfCNwQJsDjtSuECmkP2D7A9emVr_m5AIZqZ8t5I-TUXdE7zis8H36GpYlvDEHFCSXDAmnp007fqBc4CrnX-dYvQCnVoxoXh7S8yk8R7UG5joEexNHHHbDJD7vHRE-aC9DmK-Z9g2At3GPFKikySG_MqkiZX/s320/357696716_10232091694372046_9215443850519199632_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Everywhere I turn I'm in awe of the beauty of this hotel. Even the carpet at my elevator area is stunning.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhi4m5l4gFvvyTeDItRb78F_F0y9UPpOb-peOBDYlLvkCfFWe08Yr-9TNO6Y4A5cQ9MTmvxSdY18EbR6fZKhIHCeLgOxin8X2m_t2E23R_dVL9i4gzwTDGGd0Dfr0Y5ZY52x-yNL5vrkM3Xkm-yyGsCihQTNWNBSmBaBrktesyxmNgcBhY70IKTxnL-9PzL/s2048/356878558_10232065567678895_9220737818280014433_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhi4m5l4gFvvyTeDItRb78F_F0y9UPpOb-peOBDYlLvkCfFWe08Yr-9TNO6Y4A5cQ9MTmvxSdY18EbR6fZKhIHCeLgOxin8X2m_t2E23R_dVL9i4gzwTDGGd0Dfr0Y5ZY52x-yNL5vrkM3Xkm-yyGsCihQTNWNBSmBaBrktesyxmNgcBhY70IKTxnL-9PzL/s320/356878558_10232065567678895_9220737818280014433_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In the events I've organized in the past I've been so fortunate to have a member of the venue staff working with me. Although I've had the pleasure of working with Emily since late 2022, she surprises me with a thoughtful gift waiting in my sitting room.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7xuNPHWKXLVRjyTPQddaEk_QbecSY-yqZVYojF8CuxVvK_WaNbXdugTx2ExngKvgjWAl5N1E7gwxn1Q8pA79JJyAN6u7fgxZuHRsk3GtWfsUtDmfYi4ORFCuwas8QwYJwnJjXmVDeGbYGVabBuTmUZ_zXt-rNQ-vnRXkbG7iSPP542BmpK1kZBdXtUBcT/s2048/356647485_10232061405814851_3040192997566302574_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7xuNPHWKXLVRjyTPQddaEk_QbecSY-yqZVYojF8CuxVvK_WaNbXdugTx2ExngKvgjWAl5N1E7gwxn1Q8pA79JJyAN6u7fgxZuHRsk3GtWfsUtDmfYi4ORFCuwas8QwYJwnJjXmVDeGbYGVabBuTmUZ_zXt-rNQ-vnRXkbG7iSPP542BmpK1kZBdXtUBcT/s320/356647485_10232061405814851_3040192997566302574_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Red velvet cookies and a journal from Dorothy Draper Home! What could me more perfect?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUDIxeF1Ve7X9mhntjOzij3ON5tMuoangBIqvEi48n2stx8qfv2aCNwEgCZp7TbXfg1lLeKnbfN9jh4HaSPlgYzDcYhLDmUniL2caggTHcAhU6pkp7F2D9G19HSftDHfDlByKuWdhZ05aLPWuZAK9rJmIcioEfGREHrgaiEIOPjkQVOFrViiJAdKOyHTBN/s2048/356649739_10232061406814876_3543268335278217215_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUDIxeF1Ve7X9mhntjOzij3ON5tMuoangBIqvEi48n2stx8qfv2aCNwEgCZp7TbXfg1lLeKnbfN9jh4HaSPlgYzDcYhLDmUniL2caggTHcAhU6pkp7F2D9G19HSftDHfDlByKuWdhZ05aLPWuZAK9rJmIcioEfGREHrgaiEIOPjkQVOFrViiJAdKOyHTBN/s320/356649739_10232061406814876_3543268335278217215_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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There are so many choices for dining at The Greenbrier but we decided to relax with a pizza in our beautiful sitting room. Even the pizza box and lining were detailed and the Hawaiian pizza from The Forum was delicious!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaalnfEoRt2VzQobwWxKufvarf304j6syz3Feja8_zjaJNGV6JKXTzj74_krxx9LIM4TcnnFw2KJ-DzGRSymxv4Lj5TgM5bRQv4VzS-B5w1bVpkokkLeNnk6TZs6h17n2tb-MFDHlN0DLnbuQ8rsP_sv9dGAFda5aePKJg3ZfPCVrgAAY5Ihh9aGexBE8k/s2048/356674897_10232061417095133_7655146123979314426_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaalnfEoRt2VzQobwWxKufvarf304j6syz3Feja8_zjaJNGV6JKXTzj74_krxx9LIM4TcnnFw2KJ-DzGRSymxv4Lj5TgM5bRQv4VzS-B5w1bVpkokkLeNnk6TZs6h17n2tb-MFDHlN0DLnbuQ8rsP_sv9dGAFda5aePKJg3ZfPCVrgAAY5Ihh9aGexBE8k/s320/356674897_10232061417095133_7655146123979314426_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtHxLAnVQ3k6w44kpkMstRlVIMh4DnR2QGnn1rSCLP3anzNL0N8fMwirIRag9kgSeRekLR_90nHsDmVdUPt67ztm2yWS9CD9nxBEHqVAXJubEzslnlMdZ7cbLWI-IMm-6la5eEUP1eCaJZbwNHjHXVYjdROEukqrlSp_NwgGYUJyYIfqbXcAenNBGA2-O-/s2048/356664849_10232061424975330_2663461015196093184_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtHxLAnVQ3k6w44kpkMstRlVIMh4DnR2QGnn1rSCLP3anzNL0N8fMwirIRag9kgSeRekLR_90nHsDmVdUPt67ztm2yWS9CD9nxBEHqVAXJubEzslnlMdZ7cbLWI-IMm-6la5eEUP1eCaJZbwNHjHXVYjdROEukqrlSp_NwgGYUJyYIfqbXcAenNBGA2-O-/s320/356664849_10232061424975330_2663461015196093184_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6qg5hBY2_QJtYX3SYhLuRgM9VpREMCbkEJpabX0KSp_2rxMlW8WS8YCJjS-ZYBZCrbeeFinb_LIv0mdf2T_kDTvU1efbYMRIZsv-K2pcu4Ad9wVVH4gdHJhL_w-7lSUN22i_Nz8lJlgItF0FGO7tQ1mBxoXd_Aqr2ZxQga_ys2cb9F8Uk1fTu1gx14jaF/s2048/356874202_10232065570158957_247344681041964442_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6qg5hBY2_QJtYX3SYhLuRgM9VpREMCbkEJpabX0KSp_2rxMlW8WS8YCJjS-ZYBZCrbeeFinb_LIv0mdf2T_kDTvU1efbYMRIZsv-K2pcu4Ad9wVVH4gdHJhL_w-7lSUN22i_Nz8lJlgItF0FGO7tQ1mBxoXd_Aqr2ZxQga_ys2cb9F8Uk1fTu1gx14jaF/s320/356874202_10232065570158957_247344681041964442_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Draper Cafe was at the top of my list for lunch the next day and it did not disappoint. We are looking to have a Draper Day there dressed in 1940s abd 1950s for the event in 2024. The interior, the staff, and the food were all fabulous and fun!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0PCEM_Z1cCC3s-sUIlFC5QhIobeSVduMkpKfKhLeCDzloRBRIC70ZhkA5w9epg2T0GXvBHNKTTt-PbmlQ37qZnbrYZDiAEKdlZBPwFRuaIyQQJPuvx-iMeHJchtbza2KznaidPtva8H-59K8QiN5LOp0UweCJ-mk0Suj4v0HKZd4ABJTL448_G-grUjeR/s2048/356690276_10232065586679370_1899962441531440633_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0PCEM_Z1cCC3s-sUIlFC5QhIobeSVduMkpKfKhLeCDzloRBRIC70ZhkA5w9epg2T0GXvBHNKTTt-PbmlQ37qZnbrYZDiAEKdlZBPwFRuaIyQQJPuvx-iMeHJchtbza2KznaidPtva8H-59K8QiN5LOp0UweCJ-mk0Suj4v0HKZd4ABJTL448_G-grUjeR/s320/356690276_10232065586679370_1899962441531440633_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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So while cameras and phones were left in rooms or locked away, I did manage these few of the blast door inside the hotel. The door is well concealed by folding partitions when closed and the original wallpaper was made to be uncomfortable to encourage wanderers to leave the area. The tour is extremely interesting and worth the 90 minutes. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXr1TZPkS3ZeezSTJF6n8rEkNfiu-aHyNorJsphuXqKejoL4xBEZq7t9zmtzEip7VZMyyY_pQvKWovHd8iikWorTtz6p7rTG62TJKmZjRjG0qL798L92CnniY4_rBpRyhco7IZ3dRe8UYVlPKrGLMRSazTzSgaeE0iJNZ_OQddqr62Or0CTBBQwidtuYUN/s2048/356802618_10232065582199258_4006552701504066345_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXr1TZPkS3ZeezSTJF6n8rEkNfiu-aHyNorJsphuXqKejoL4xBEZq7t9zmtzEip7VZMyyY_pQvKWovHd8iikWorTtz6p7rTG62TJKmZjRjG0qL798L92CnniY4_rBpRyhco7IZ3dRe8UYVlPKrGLMRSazTzSgaeE0iJNZ_OQddqr62Or0CTBBQwidtuYUN/s320/356802618_10232065582199258_4006552701504066345_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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The history of this town goes back to 1901and the West Virginia Pulp and Paper Company. The mountains provided the spruce and hemlock for the sawmill in Cass which produced an estimated 1.25 billion board feet of lumber during its lifetime. The railroad and the locomotives specifically designed to climb the mountains, and the workers who lived in the company houses, worked tirelessly until 1960 when the first and second growth timber was harvested out and the timber industry declined.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipYXlC4pc0dXsleFs-FbAoGJE6ZalgbxH_DILqn-ZigpIGW_QJXDx6OnA_z3BmTsSky_U7A2skZL2a_ipYBhyBmULDL0cLDP0zFQlI7Z9NBY-vL-ZJHsDMaNyri73yN6u7a7YppUQDyA9oPuXHFj6AmKDGCKBjn5xwTC1bTVu5ItI1TGzjFC5ceLf_Hddf/s270/Cass.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="180" data-original-width="270" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipYXlC4pc0dXsleFs-FbAoGJE6ZalgbxH_DILqn-ZigpIGW_QJXDx6OnA_z3BmTsSky_U7A2skZL2a_ipYBhyBmULDL0cLDP0zFQlI7Z9NBY-vL-ZJHsDMaNyri73yN6u7a7YppUQDyA9oPuXHFj6AmKDGCKBjn5xwTC1bTVu5ItI1TGzjFC5ceLf_Hddf/s1600/Cass.jpg" width="270" /></a></div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgarzutokiEV4KkI1qYTJaWZ34k79q6YsSCpYru5FUj3YumfByLxzX5YNFyaSP73iffRXqQMavfYvvr5oH3qgABCKSAtw0f-6WDxIYUxSSFnBBAeWXCSytOLO4ePcs0isM7idhWY6EmTln1asL80AL0MbnA_ohyb3aiGEweCPKDR-UYz3420vL72hJwevDj/s1274/LoggingTrain-nearDobbinWV-1910.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="1274" height="241" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgarzutokiEV4KkI1qYTJaWZ34k79q6YsSCpYru5FUj3YumfByLxzX5YNFyaSP73iffRXqQMavfYvvr5oH3qgABCKSAtw0f-6WDxIYUxSSFnBBAeWXCSytOLO4ePcs0isM7idhWY6EmTln1asL80AL0MbnA_ohyb3aiGEweCPKDR-UYz3420vL72hJwevDj/s320/LoggingTrain-nearDobbinWV-1910.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">While the sawmill is just a shell, the Shay locomotives have been restored, and the Cass Scenic Railroad State Park holds the Depot, the Company Store, and the Company Houses.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhd1Wf-tDjO-Nv7i5VKstYSApEhfLhwuUS1KDDyB_qJjBNaTRgX_jvCD3YOcS97ginUHVfbJvqPNAzcrPKivITByvgisa2wS2k5yBUIFCe96mgv9LoxZuP7oRJBccabs7J1UjdlLR8rOiQt6m_ragsh0utLqngqwxERWwbQ0oCvYyMLJMkmLW74a3TzMd9c/s270/Sawmill.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="180" data-original-width="270" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhd1Wf-tDjO-Nv7i5VKstYSApEhfLhwuUS1KDDyB_qJjBNaTRgX_jvCD3YOcS97ginUHVfbJvqPNAzcrPKivITByvgisa2wS2k5yBUIFCe96mgv9LoxZuP7oRJBccabs7J1UjdlLR8rOiQt6m_ragsh0utLqngqwxERWwbQ0oCvYyMLJMkmLW74a3TzMd9c/s1600/Sawmill.jpg" width="270" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpLLL8ISlJfkBReb38SI0dtUh_pKNYwHgmd8pacygVEQqzOEDclBgvKrtSAaBhcdOfSfxaM00LbOwZyiLKVrQeeew9LyeNOXmWUyNoIShapFsiKJsors6vKJJpHlfPPfVgOCkUKIwYbDoRETnjbeUhzVfmHUZ9cTmts1oKco8c57nujPQ_zq1e_CMByL70/s301/Shays.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="180" data-original-width="301" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpLLL8ISlJfkBReb38SI0dtUh_pKNYwHgmd8pacygVEQqzOEDclBgvKrtSAaBhcdOfSfxaM00LbOwZyiLKVrQeeew9LyeNOXmWUyNoIShapFsiKJsors6vKJJpHlfPPfVgOCkUKIwYbDoRETnjbeUhzVfmHUZ9cTmts1oKco8c57nujPQ_zq1e_CMByL70/s1600/Shays.jpg" width="301" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Cass to Durbin line only reopened a month ago after the devastating flood that took years to repair. This line has the longest route with a turnaround in Durbin with lunch included and enclosed passenger cars. It seems like a trip that costumed attendees would enjoy so I've reserved seats to check it out. I'm in Shay #4 and a Western Maryland Railway Coach, #835, built by the Pullman Co. in 1917.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDFybxPToF9E3aQ3A0OL7wskI5AHAEKN1WPE_dbCshVNY2k7iMUaIbUfBS-ryL9uqGXOgLRwAsCmlVrKKr1ksP2ytCGY7FKbKJ10wb37xojat5gDlkChnaoiopAE6h8UWzEVCzpv2Ry6w-WKtKpDRDS_n79U1cETuRG3D8Z4VuPsKeRvvRY8lTlTvGZPp1/s1965/357351624_10232091695972086_223463088894995473_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1965" data-original-width="1965" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDFybxPToF9E3aQ3A0OL7wskI5AHAEKN1WPE_dbCshVNY2k7iMUaIbUfBS-ryL9uqGXOgLRwAsCmlVrKKr1ksP2ytCGY7FKbKJ10wb37xojat5gDlkChnaoiopAE6h8UWzEVCzpv2Ry6w-WKtKpDRDS_n79U1cETuRG3D8Z4VuPsKeRvvRY8lTlTvGZPp1/s320/357351624_10232091695972086_223463088894995473_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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The tracks closely follow the meandering river where abundant wildlife can be seen from your high-back plush seat in #835. The Durbin Depot is one of four places where a light lunch awaits all passengers with time to stop in the local stores and I just had to have a strawberry ice cream cone at Rail and Trail. Here I'm wearing my 1930s Katherine Hepburn trousers with suspenders, an Elsa Schiaparelli designed silk tie, and an incredible vest from a 1930s vintage pattern beautifully knit by my friend, Maike of Engineering Knits on YouTube.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXxYesf8bmsj0ZXNu4d8RNxLfs0N2hy2DGw985s8Jqxyft5WWIs77nmmfEuzJcLPKtb7o6IDr0qcjwKLB_HO_3enfqbE14PYMvWPZRtaB4ZaVtKcB7yEullugyBh8Z18WYSTkkU6_t4mW4hexgRLsc1EFo4VOX-o6Fb_tmmAKPOPLipraIczY6pyY2P0F8/s2048/357708322_10232091707732380_6586035535921602311_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXxYesf8bmsj0ZXNu4d8RNxLfs0N2hy2DGw985s8Jqxyft5WWIs77nmmfEuzJcLPKtb7o6IDr0qcjwKLB_HO_3enfqbE14PYMvWPZRtaB4ZaVtKcB7yEullugyBh8Z18WYSTkkU6_t4mW4hexgRLsc1EFo4VOX-o6Fb_tmmAKPOPLipraIczY6pyY2P0F8/s320/357708322_10232091707732380_6586035535921602311_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4Mibyt7IQblHINovSjJ00ZFVZpUCtURDinFw6DxVroKP-ouBalpcDdQXVUiCakfUKd3HALFvHYb7H6upNCoE-GC_XPoUR14KISbMFcMpCpiYgyGISQRxDArre8pZ2sNBbb6KKheS3MVyWGXWTPR1ZBvbFBMPOr8zA0c9If8FkQvfHNHsK9_LjXccfTnQx/s2048/357691072_10232091709492424_2608762385276547067_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4Mibyt7IQblHINovSjJ00ZFVZpUCtURDinFw6DxVroKP-ouBalpcDdQXVUiCakfUKd3HALFvHYb7H6upNCoE-GC_XPoUR14KISbMFcMpCpiYgyGISQRxDArre8pZ2sNBbb6KKheS3MVyWGXWTPR1ZBvbFBMPOr8zA0c9If8FkQvfHNHsK9_LjXccfTnQx/s320/357691072_10232091709492424_2608762385276547067_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Special Break for Maike's Vest</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">If you follow Maike on her YouTube Channel, Engineering Knits, you already know how talented she is. And not just knitting! So many textile arts and I absolutely love her sewing companion! I'll share a link.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgh_WXLidZmiNqFrd3VpJOK848npN10ECQUUMBnyN-zWQ5IKSoWrV_azsUkHciJUIYM6A8MGaLvuOAz_PI0XsyBH5L9-YRXC1BPWD4QMDajeuvFNyBpHuvIeSysAqVIAZeHNuwnRgWHvb6FAsBPTCZkGXun3mVnQYEVXJcfgk0tls0u593d9NN-A_8nfJPd/s1073/358107528_10232124318947640_7746969293308556217_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="681" data-original-width="1073" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgh_WXLidZmiNqFrd3VpJOK848npN10ECQUUMBnyN-zWQ5IKSoWrV_azsUkHciJUIYM6A8MGaLvuOAz_PI0XsyBH5L9-YRXC1BPWD4QMDajeuvFNyBpHuvIeSysAqVIAZeHNuwnRgWHvb6FAsBPTCZkGXun3mVnQYEVXJcfgk0tls0u593d9NN-A_8nfJPd/s320/358107528_10232124318947640_7746969293308556217_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@EngineeringKnits" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@EngineeringKnits</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div>Maike and I were in a YouTube group together and I had shared that I was creating a vintage 1930s wardrobe and asked if there were any vintage knitters in the group. Maike came to my rescue with ideas and offered to knit this vest from a vintage pattern. I was thrilled!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihADArJlEjyWdhfYTO3LSwdn7jSqTRJoyYLRRKr2o7k-9ZDrltlRXNDP8O1rbEOMzDPW3xhv-NIGSh3JRf49CfS4gPCie7qxnnQ95WtZTIEw50bJ4ypFs70nIbsfgmsm8dhdX3JR2v7_U0MouetPSkY6RJGzHEcFv1CmYnDFePFTyotM5XISnwdY5f1hn0/s960/357482913_10232124386229322_3133322874323823711_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="638" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihADArJlEjyWdhfYTO3LSwdn7jSqTRJoyYLRRKr2o7k-9ZDrltlRXNDP8O1rbEOMzDPW3xhv-NIGSh3JRf49CfS4gPCie7qxnnQ95WtZTIEw50bJ4ypFs70nIbsfgmsm8dhdX3JR2v7_U0MouetPSkY6RJGzHEcFv1CmYnDFePFTyotM5XISnwdY5f1hn0/s320/357482913_10232124386229322_3133322874323823711_n.jpg" width="213" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We discussed colors and Maike sent samples which were designed to coordinate with trousers, jodhpurs, split skirt, and a fabulous tie I had found on Etsy.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3WLOWC3O6tX1TVaTJyDI6ddjmthdM2r8zs-UjZEu1ZCdxreTLiSg2zybRUUtni7JCAzg5GDRzu3N-joqpydc4c9ezCo4lCkGKV3-7j1neNQ0jdi_wjpC9x-pAzxVePn_xE5hFU16r8REI75j-KwtZGfmpnlORtlkg5qJ5seLjqSIpFwV7BDG7GX65GW4I/s960/357478630_10232124385229297_7359711895655863158_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3WLOWC3O6tX1TVaTJyDI6ddjmthdM2r8zs-UjZEu1ZCdxreTLiSg2zybRUUtni7JCAzg5GDRzu3N-joqpydc4c9ezCo4lCkGKV3-7j1neNQ0jdi_wjpC9x-pAzxVePn_xE5hFU16r8REI75j-KwtZGfmpnlORtlkg5qJ5seLjqSIpFwV7BDG7GX65GW4I/s320/357478630_10232124385229297_7359711895655863158_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTLUxwBT8V9hQx_6b1mFpquOI_QxKgLksYibqdyOxFWkZr-ShPxZcTGroXxJZGrXA1RNkv8b3aWaF290enTyFnscYvNU9zBu7eObLgqBPmQsfzK9Hned3_OLdBtIVIYcvglyE1y1a4u4RFhqcT1CLkSjXDnYiGX-8IMJ6tzUCSnFMxCXHFJNt2f0aNGVSk/s1080/358119799_10232124393389501_1989027123110657675_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTLUxwBT8V9hQx_6b1mFpquOI_QxKgLksYibqdyOxFWkZr-ShPxZcTGroXxJZGrXA1RNkv8b3aWaF290enTyFnscYvNU9zBu7eObLgqBPmQsfzK9Hned3_OLdBtIVIYcvglyE1y1a4u4RFhqcT1CLkSjXDnYiGX-8IMJ6tzUCSnFMxCXHFJNt2f0aNGVSk/s320/358119799_10232124393389501_1989027123110657675_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Maike created the most stunning vest! Sadly I wasn't able to wear it for the intended event, but happily I will be on that event later this year. But you have seen I just couldn't wait to wear it on the Cass to Durbin steam train adventure. Thank you so much, Maike! You will be seeing this vest again! I love it!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdSaY3TdRpm1zLiPhEzlS5m8LruOjntCoBJBu7r2zd3JZe1ZNE6eByOEiiQzEq4lWyrCVhMSqMhUtdyvt5kHF3OXLS5ty2Ne5EPDXZQ5FZhHs2SR1I9CLpm61Pscbwf-EPLOI0Tx_23vPiIGi7NFC3HRA35cElcey1ShN-2G5I4rnQbqyg9Ut6YF--FkmB/s1080/358671300_10232124394629532_4394169308957316736_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdSaY3TdRpm1zLiPhEzlS5m8LruOjntCoBJBu7r2zd3JZe1ZNE6eByOEiiQzEq4lWyrCVhMSqMhUtdyvt5kHF3OXLS5ty2Ne5EPDXZQ5FZhHs2SR1I9CLpm61Pscbwf-EPLOI0Tx_23vPiIGi7NFC3HRA35cElcey1ShN-2G5I4rnQbqyg9Ut6YF--FkmB/s320/358671300_10232124394629532_4394169308957316736_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrLeFrka5UwZceOj0TSohJG4wijRmGGOkW7zjqm0cQ27vF88lnp3wUvu62Cs4YibwrYGNYt8JI0diyJRKGpnPcN8UhgMQ_rtV76kEaodQOx4tvITI2EAOBZ6R-EOD9JieTg_Edvh6VjkfzV5efQxpvxjekymM6USdHmfXvgkAXJ9WDs01JutI11xucvT_6/s1080/358101566_10232124395069543_4793499283870253068_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrLeFrka5UwZceOj0TSohJG4wijRmGGOkW7zjqm0cQ27vF88lnp3wUvu62Cs4YibwrYGNYt8JI0diyJRKGpnPcN8UhgMQ_rtV76kEaodQOx4tvITI2EAOBZ6R-EOD9JieTg_Edvh6VjkfzV5efQxpvxjekymM6USdHmfXvgkAXJ9WDs01JutI11xucvT_6/s320/358101566_10232124395069543_4793499283870253068_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Other pieces I've made which you catch a glimpse of here - the velveteen trousers from a Wearing History pattern, and the split skirt and parachute silk blouse from Lady Marlowe patterns - are part of the full 1930s wardrobe which I'm also slowing writing the blog posts and creating videos about. The brocade suspenders were found on Etsy and I'm in love with them too!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhe591JpfjliZJLafkNDjoCsVyumfWOSKI1GpZjM27vMNe5jyvKEQgoj1za5DtY__7IJJX8cMy69KZQgbxqBOELB4AC4IRQlcqrRYCT7RevhDxrJ4ZCrNFpaTI3cWQzFG5tL8YV0QtZNyPx3hK2bYSj7xjsAnlARWRG4n9ow24R1Gaswbc4N18f83zlGf-x/s1080/358525611_10232124392589481_5942734405319547891_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhe591JpfjliZJLafkNDjoCsVyumfWOSKI1GpZjM27vMNe5jyvKEQgoj1za5DtY__7IJJX8cMy69KZQgbxqBOELB4AC4IRQlcqrRYCT7RevhDxrJ4ZCrNFpaTI3cWQzFG5tL8YV0QtZNyPx3hK2bYSj7xjsAnlARWRG4n9ow24R1Gaswbc4N18f83zlGf-x/s320/358525611_10232124392589481_5942734405319547891_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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A three-bedroom, one bath, home with living room, dining room, fully furnished kitchen, and West Virginia coffee. A family in the early 20th century would be very much at home here with many neighbors in similar homes.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRrTKKyk7FgX0SJbbnaI1amgi3BSYhBAks98aKL7Hktqlrthh_JDKDENxLN2l4wsMJvtCDA8JHcscmfQ79kgOp4f1PicdcbHdSxNAv8alehar7RjoKj3abaQdoihlHE4TigdJbKTrNgrsiPvHTh3YJHqhjdrQCLpdQ64DU7UOYgQ-fqoTb-IFNvh0KczLA/s2048/357707651_10232091735093064_219913545762071505_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRrTKKyk7FgX0SJbbnaI1amgi3BSYhBAks98aKL7Hktqlrthh_JDKDENxLN2l4wsMJvtCDA8JHcscmfQ79kgOp4f1PicdcbHdSxNAv8alehar7RjoKj3abaQdoihlHE4TigdJbKTrNgrsiPvHTh3YJHqhjdrQCLpdQ64DU7UOYgQ-fqoTb-IFNvh0KczLA/s320/357707651_10232091735093064_219913545762071505_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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It is just a 10 minute ride there but be sure to have your directions written down as it is the National Radio Quiet Zone. No cell service, no internet, and the locals in Green Bank are not allowed microwave ovens. The transportation within the GBO is diesel-powered as spark plugs interfere with reception. It was buzzing with excitement the day we were there as the 15-year data collection results were released confirming Einstein's 1915 prediction of gravitational waves. "Scientists 'hear' ripples in the fabric of our Universe" was the headline. It was an exciting day to take a bus tour and see the multiple dishes as well as the Green Bank Telescope. 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Many of the group already interested in attending will be traveling quite a distance and it's wonderful that The Greenbrier is easily accessible by train and plane as well as car. The event is scheduled to be over three days with an additional early arrival day and begin with vintage eras for easy costuming and packing, and end with historical and a Costumer's Choice day. Our evenings will be in the same eras as tge day activities. 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Thank you for being here!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Love,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Jeanette</div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>Jeanettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09186764620925579101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4439815537233502652.post-80509421756316351372023-06-24T06:13:00.005-04:002023-06-24T07:13:48.215-04:00Sewing 1930s Slips #1930s Wardrobe<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8QxHorZrYYVWE7uokNfNjRmADoXQnRj8SsbKwWw3EWaCoEdJvQaQCZMvWuj-o8s_3RHGN3SBB5l6SH9xF8BpTqxxTKJ1d0CEGpfvezY1GKCYv4EcpfJwxMo-cMCdEl5Wp6vEGsgYpgQZp4Wk0Wd6OTRFP_FGA5U4T4luNYlSn-RX07bkqbBw3iFaT_VUz/s1280/Sewing%201930s%20Slips.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8QxHorZrYYVWE7uokNfNjRmADoXQnRj8SsbKwWw3EWaCoEdJvQaQCZMvWuj-o8s_3RHGN3SBB5l6SH9xF8BpTqxxTKJ1d0CEGpfvezY1GKCYv4EcpfJwxMo-cMCdEl5Wp6vEGsgYpgQZp4Wk0Wd6OTRFP_FGA5U4T4luNYlSn-RX07bkqbBw3iFaT_VUz/s320/Sewing%201930s%20Slips.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Companion YouTube Video: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BwXTFesL3Nc" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BwXTFesL3Nc</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This is the second of three blog posts and companion YouTube videos for the 1930s Underthings for a complete1930s Wardrobe. </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuD0ZUuo_szXFEb0XdimRZ-_M98zmjFEA10ZQf1eAeER7HXKfd9_W9x59MVAZGPADW-YxxHx6VoW8Zr5uIAEdFTvUMaGL5Tdu6bDod-LpKxcaBeWAHNkzHiqez5uz-V3stck1SR5NN_x3p9gGmb_FB4ST3GQGdetExmJLSsfXl8RIQUljLC_2OkwdN_9sw/s1280/349517084_986285935861867_5957988506261321572_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuD0ZUuo_szXFEb0XdimRZ-_M98zmjFEA10ZQf1eAeER7HXKfd9_W9x59MVAZGPADW-YxxHx6VoW8Zr5uIAEdFTvUMaGL5Tdu6bDod-LpKxcaBeWAHNkzHiqez5uz-V3stck1SR5NN_x3p9gGmb_FB4ST3GQGdetExmJLSsfXl8RIQUljLC_2OkwdN_9sw/s320/349517084_986285935861867_5957988506261321572_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Blog Post: <a href="https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2023/05/sewing-1930s-bras-and-tap-pants.html" target="_blank">https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2023/05/sewing-1930s-bras-and-tap-pants.html</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">YouTube Video: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iH9kosTz4ns" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iH9kosTz4ns</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In the first blog post and video for the 1930s Underthings I made four sets of bras and tap pants from several different patterns. White rayon, blue silk, black rayon, and black and white rayon. I'll share links in the description for you to read and/or watch.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj32bPZIFOae0aHrP0_RMuXC337qRybQUSwnZuBQTx_cpiBR7cc8NjXk9aFIZKKQ2WR1gXXv9kLIX8_MpsWbxAR4QeNE3q2uRetUHKi8xO4HBCycUUuM0xFNdIVsgLytMFaP0kKPBBENZ55zAdfFYfegQxWC6jnGk2WweGLyG6yZIXm9AQgOn7WWLDzXKQw/s2048/346639824_792060302103744_5568253832315871030_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj32bPZIFOae0aHrP0_RMuXC337qRybQUSwnZuBQTx_cpiBR7cc8NjXk9aFIZKKQ2WR1gXXv9kLIX8_MpsWbxAR4QeNE3q2uRetUHKi8xO4HBCycUUuM0xFNdIVsgLytMFaP0kKPBBENZ55zAdfFYfegQxWC6jnGk2WweGLyG6yZIXm9AQgOn7WWLDzXKQw/s320/346639824_792060302103744_5568253832315871030_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;">Now it's time to make what was once an important piece of lingerie - the slip. Again, using Stella Blum's Everyday Fashions of the Thirties As Pictured in Sears Catalogs as reference and inspiration.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb2aSqP9fFgin7lwvjOTNbSTiI4DCnuyV84nvI0XbOgDDP-j8H7WzcLM2epEM3nl9i16BHafo6Vnmh1cqZbcG4LLbyGG6oqDj3q55D84FJSTTHKS80ioqZaKQQSAWWM8bq7_QqZT0cS7wDTLrEycEcsBjlKQgyYANBox6DL5GngPNRnalu2wthSJhK9Ovx/s2048/346631924_2476357195857781_3357337191546233524_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb2aSqP9fFgin7lwvjOTNbSTiI4DCnuyV84nvI0XbOgDDP-j8H7WzcLM2epEM3nl9i16BHafo6Vnmh1cqZbcG4LLbyGG6oqDj3q55D84FJSTTHKS80ioqZaKQQSAWWM8bq7_QqZT0cS7wDTLrEycEcsBjlKQgyYANBox6DL5GngPNRnalu2wthSJhK9Ovx/s320/346631924_2476357195857781_3357337191546233524_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">What was the purpose of this item that was a wardrobe staple for generations? A slip serves a purpose similar to a lining. It adds an extra layer under a sheer dress. It is a barrier to allow clingy materials and knits to hang freely rather than sticking to the body. It smooths and shapes the body by minimizing the appearance of small bulges and imperfections and the inner foundation layers. It is a layer between any scratchy outer fabric. And it can add a layer of warmth.</div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNvLFncQwEZ1VFtxU1r_nUtzAesSZxBALrv0j-5JyiVaeKSLHi7gtYmEowKQPdEtAbik-ey80wj7J7VpG8HLQClLW1d-Q5dWNz77P2o9Qr8E_3YoJWzFDTKKCi2qMHHK1uvOcHYqLxZSlJH_D2MY68S4EZZ-bqU-vAqY6sHb1dqVFW76snmGQt5LEieuNy/s2048/346309624_627786792230688_1655394552478877200_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNvLFncQwEZ1VFtxU1r_nUtzAesSZxBALrv0j-5JyiVaeKSLHi7gtYmEowKQPdEtAbik-ey80wj7J7VpG8HLQClLW1d-Q5dWNz77P2o9Qr8E_3YoJWzFDTKKCi2qMHHK1uvOcHYqLxZSlJH_D2MY68S4EZZ-bqU-vAqY6sHb1dqVFW76snmGQt5LEieuNy/s320/346309624_627786792230688_1655394552478877200_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I'm using two patterns for my slips. and similar rayon and silk fabrics used for the bras and tap pants.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAtdp33-WaYh5Zb26Q2bdMKckcyG43HX_B87MBkjr4hkvNaDpanpnPg1SSQbiCEZYTvpETJJ5d3Tr5MRNaSUfofy_q53RqiunbjbSB4x_PGJAkgzNEhHViaNyG8OeRixtyER-dxyG-OLIWdFBPU51BudPO7-RU-rf9IZ6u9gC4f6cSZBUg6oQLt0aUw4ER/s414/295706681_10229558559365254_7525349835793087026_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="414" data-original-width="414" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAtdp33-WaYh5Zb26Q2bdMKckcyG43HX_B87MBkjr4hkvNaDpanpnPg1SSQbiCEZYTvpETJJ5d3Tr5MRNaSUfofy_q53RqiunbjbSB4x_PGJAkgzNEhHViaNyG8OeRixtyER-dxyG-OLIWdFBPU51BudPO7-RU-rf9IZ6u9gC4f6cSZBUg6oQLt0aUw4ER/s320/295706681_10229558559365254_7525349835793087026_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8M4phNeig4CcuKVWv3FA0RPS1a8Cq4n5ulkPYFX3SpI4D-fzei_0AH_tv9QbeBesvgkuDLLCAKR4DlAeDqa0JH_ZdzuStu_2LJUrPAqlG7thzKjJxZgq7sHABFz8E6I7BbDC-i2hyZ90CJokp3zAX4vt8C9LLUHJLczbLWRi3QIZcv7bis2ORf0IaKeMG/s1440/296841697_10229558563845366_7651628520192234295_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1440" data-original-width="1440" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8M4phNeig4CcuKVWv3FA0RPS1a8Cq4n5ulkPYFX3SpI4D-fzei_0AH_tv9QbeBesvgkuDLLCAKR4DlAeDqa0JH_ZdzuStu_2LJUrPAqlG7thzKjJxZgq7sHABFz8E6I7BbDC-i2hyZ90CJokp3zAX4vt8C9LLUHJLczbLWRi3QIZcv7bis2ORf0IaKeMG/s320/296841697_10229558563845366_7651628520192234295_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The 1930s Art Deco Slip by The Historically Adequate Atelier - Black</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">With black thread still in the sewing machine I began by sewing a black rayon slip from The 1930s Art Deco Slip by The Historically Adequate Atelier on Etsy. "A digitized version of a mid 1930s under-slip that features lovely art deco, geometric details indicative of the period." This was a single size, downloadable pattern, and very easy to print and assemble.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQZ-nl2Zx_jjDnMlRAxHOI0e1TLzyNg2Ri7JA5dZVtDGjLDzEAfa6l-yBDC6br2SBnFTNh3_jiEfHWmRHxnCOhBlUn_lmnky8UGmWjcUt5qFFsiF9-GxHO3IPYFGVlarvck9VIxyZEORnYjMJ77pZOrIwyDoP3FIed5fPS3aSQ-zHg8TwxAvGSUrtRK9si/s414/334597271_200941992526975_1937589037341093093_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="233" data-original-width="414" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQZ-nl2Zx_jjDnMlRAxHOI0e1TLzyNg2Ri7JA5dZVtDGjLDzEAfa6l-yBDC6br2SBnFTNh3_jiEfHWmRHxnCOhBlUn_lmnky8UGmWjcUt5qFFsiF9-GxHO3IPYFGVlarvck9VIxyZEORnYjMJ77pZOrIwyDoP3FIed5fPS3aSQ-zHg8TwxAvGSUrtRK9si/s320/334597271_200941992526975_1937589037341093093_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjQGpOa3Z7IDBccoF87tBThAtJ6edtk-qUfOhPebTL2ZrOL4HPv5QTy9zlxBXB_LX5fABwFcl2deI_3iGy_D7KIxClJmnFiu6brm7fx45h3h7x67bf11OuvMDG5WkhcAwCFauP3Ms0yXKFM2PPghDZwlV80jppMxOPw-UEefTtj5HkG9EVt6QB4HN6nZNf/s2048/334556134_977884740284416_1103412476009584021_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjQGpOa3Z7IDBccoF87tBThAtJ6edtk-qUfOhPebTL2ZrOL4HPv5QTy9zlxBXB_LX5fABwFcl2deI_3iGy_D7KIxClJmnFiu6brm7fx45h3h7x67bf11OuvMDG5WkhcAwCFauP3Ms0yXKFM2PPghDZwlV80jppMxOPw-UEefTtj5HkG9EVt6QB4HN6nZNf/s320/334556134_977884740284416_1103412476009584021_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The pieces are cut from black rayon fabric adding seam allowances to the pattern. The front is cut on the fold, the back is in two pieces. There is a center front insert cut on the fold, and front and back hem facings cut on the fold. Straps are made from your choice of fabric or ribbon and cut to your desired length.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5wdgFlhiDhLS56pU3Q3nUeXrS3sb8HvnrIGDVFiZtpWv6oCZgpT6XjtDMeWEB8ce0e4aqFOCHmtCz07pjTj8tesrBFvqk4P7lwjQhFclMhxetZ2Prpbr481iCS2Sszt2suYTHQtMh0t43hSv9_Ttol1qRFdiTmBLXQ66dId_Nqhe-Adw-Wgh-Wb9iPuIf/s414/334945001_2376942292469755_1596074716780112854_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="233" data-original-width="414" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5wdgFlhiDhLS56pU3Q3nUeXrS3sb8HvnrIGDVFiZtpWv6oCZgpT6XjtDMeWEB8ce0e4aqFOCHmtCz07pjTj8tesrBFvqk4P7lwjQhFclMhxetZ2Prpbr481iCS2Sszt2suYTHQtMh0t43hSv9_Ttol1qRFdiTmBLXQ66dId_Nqhe-Adw-Wgh-Wb9iPuIf/s320/334945001_2376942292469755_1596074716780112854_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Then the side seams are sewn closed leaving the opening for a side placket and closure.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqqv3JtByBP-hHNvzRmOde4KnkmGMD9TUaC_20vl31mlm7qldQGAXxrmyksp09hB0qpEZhqSFlKqiycMwqsiqyxxgYkYtl59OpvAoH-HyMeooOYw9ebZOt-A0O6PFXFvIgyz_aNuq6CjPsC8mwIbDB0k29mlY1uk2hp5na9av4AmnSM6dUQ4-KrUcDPjk-/s2048/337674025_952840259084256_85170994843514273_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqqv3JtByBP-hHNvzRmOde4KnkmGMD9TUaC_20vl31mlm7qldQGAXxrmyksp09hB0qpEZhqSFlKqiycMwqsiqyxxgYkYtl59OpvAoH-HyMeooOYw9ebZOt-A0O6PFXFvIgyz_aNuq6CjPsC8mwIbDB0k29mlY1uk2hp5na9av4AmnSM6dUQ4-KrUcDPjk-/s320/337674025_952840259084256_85170994843514273_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I had added 1/2" seam allowances to the pattern. For all seam finishes I pressed the seam open and then stitched the allowances down 3/8" from the seam.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk77-6Pw16eUricVgYSAaKQmRSK6jjyjvyR0nvF81uy0nNidQ3UBgf9QX8XLEkWlrtDIX7GcFEukAbSxGNw4JPtoCtqt6IoKzsgfllLhgWYFSMYXiR0f7TZuXtUK1O_FX0g28csTl3hArctW7-UNF-g8W3U5DlmGWR_eboHk23e-9zK4lXOTEerr6YcfDI/s2048/337679109_1154271175265083_8315944039273840724_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk77-6Pw16eUricVgYSAaKQmRSK6jjyjvyR0nvF81uy0nNidQ3UBgf9QX8XLEkWlrtDIX7GcFEukAbSxGNw4JPtoCtqt6IoKzsgfllLhgWYFSMYXiR0f7TZuXtUK1O_FX0g28csTl3hArctW7-UNF-g8W3U5DlmGWR_eboHk23e-9zK4lXOTEerr6YcfDI/s320/337679109_1154271175265083_8315944039273840724_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I also added 1/2" seam allowances to the front and back hem facings.</div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzsyKh8QJ1mtRXov3w1ykwO5D7BcfRDYMl5t75KecyohiUaNVaQ-hFKL107lFFOMc0wJjb0a4PSPQx5K9Ca-J8e294OpV6HDvX3A4m2PJ11phvVhORXFwbZ5jR0QljBo1wFPlO9phaWciwkzlWL2yC0633wQI3HOD7a6ZRptoNZjNhPMo1CLIpw3A1neEy/s2048/337677106_161902056407275_556064068031407276_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzsyKh8QJ1mtRXov3w1ykwO5D7BcfRDYMl5t75KecyohiUaNVaQ-hFKL107lFFOMc0wJjb0a4PSPQx5K9Ca-J8e294OpV6HDvX3A4m2PJ11phvVhORXFwbZ5jR0QljBo1wFPlO9phaWciwkzlWL2yC0633wQI3HOD7a6ZRptoNZjNhPMo1CLIpw3A1neEy/s320/337677106_161902056407275_556064068031407276_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">My brain was on vacation the day I made this slip and I didn't leave the side vents open when I assembled the facings at each side. While I didn't discover my mistake until later, it would be an easy fix - if I every decide to take the time. What are the odds of that truly happening? The upper edge is pressed turning in the 1/2" seam allowance.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4C5-onSpPXoYT2x2miKQDUJG-06nQRgeuOkQNLUAm1c7dbaUIzN3SWEswaJCJbSCJfpP4DjSbWunSl4gyY1nap6_1EQxCfdMaNYLntoJ8JfoMae9UnoqNMHkoccYJFKqeQa9yiWEuz4L8jsXeGg6Cm86PutBeXRpnAGwAhxrujSHhPh00YTi1HUPh5IxL/s2048/337701025_3359864314343218_8625668215751625429_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4C5-onSpPXoYT2x2miKQDUJG-06nQRgeuOkQNLUAm1c7dbaUIzN3SWEswaJCJbSCJfpP4DjSbWunSl4gyY1nap6_1EQxCfdMaNYLntoJ8JfoMae9UnoqNMHkoccYJFKqeQa9yiWEuz4L8jsXeGg6Cm86PutBeXRpnAGwAhxrujSHhPh00YTi1HUPh5IxL/s320/337701025_3359864314343218_8625668215751625429_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The facing is sewn to the lower edge of the slip and topstitched to secure the upper edge.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgI85-2ykpdRn5ElqgbZeD2QmVwgW3Ie3Fy2BIbcPa03enA2SUn4La0kv_Jtche9f4vd9oE3JDakzReuSpePumhzkUDF3v18jz6fRUO4n15uvXNCV72hcY2m-y_XuWsQ2djZikaf35nZZtpzqqVcb5Y7mOgl_kWLXYgOHDbXKXdsP7S33bhx918HjAozNuM/s2048/337655098_632955071994894_7060877481921618873_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgI85-2ykpdRn5ElqgbZeD2QmVwgW3Ie3Fy2BIbcPa03enA2SUn4La0kv_Jtche9f4vd9oE3JDakzReuSpePumhzkUDF3v18jz6fRUO4n15uvXNCV72hcY2m-y_XuWsQ2djZikaf35nZZtpzqqVcb5Y7mOgl_kWLXYgOHDbXKXdsP7S33bhx918HjAozNuM/s320/337655098_632955071994894_7060877481921618873_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhij7QHXo2h1rmuoEumgTrzDs7GV1nCK7uCd2AnyZaWtniqOqi_IUmlX_kw_Hw9afioOZZUP0GBftJ4EVqGHrgJxQtp4tepIUHF-Nw1BKdpyTdZ1DPdquZfiySdClHsOXdwig4kPz_gfgjATXe3kfGHwIIZg7LNbl4mJuvbibPNZiMAOagg-Y8k5GQF0x-U/s2048/337708194_612519684056239_1373636807491878549_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhij7QHXo2h1rmuoEumgTrzDs7GV1nCK7uCd2AnyZaWtniqOqi_IUmlX_kw_Hw9afioOZZUP0GBftJ4EVqGHrgJxQtp4tepIUHF-Nw1BKdpyTdZ1DPdquZfiySdClHsOXdwig4kPz_gfgjATXe3kfGHwIIZg7LNbl4mJuvbibPNZiMAOagg-Y8k5GQF0x-U/s320/337708194_612519684056239_1373636807491878549_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2H3mH93h7qOyhCVBhh2BAq33VBCgj09UxF8eZlio4bPZrvF3yWtbpeA1w162m1Rz8DTtYKe2L2b56nF_Atn7iyDiAmYMldj2QZkOsmAzpASp3Ta-BA0X3JB-hy33x485G1pHCzUPj7K3p71t6epNVnIWtQ-B0OQ7mZhuNd31TuN7YrOKhW0fTrEyaL5-L/s2048/337721781_233411989194363_3202075878898742020_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2H3mH93h7qOyhCVBhh2BAq33VBCgj09UxF8eZlio4bPZrvF3yWtbpeA1w162m1Rz8DTtYKe2L2b56nF_Atn7iyDiAmYMldj2QZkOsmAzpASp3Ta-BA0X3JB-hy33x485G1pHCzUPj7K3p71t6epNVnIWtQ-B0OQ7mZhuNd31TuN7YrOKhW0fTrEyaL5-L/s320/337721781_233411989194363_3202075878898742020_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">For the black bra and tap pants I had used a lace folded over the raw edges and used that same lace for the top edge of the slip. An insertion lace in my stash was a wonderful match to that lace and I used a red satin ribbon for a touch of color.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZgD9aGbr2fppGOq6yTJgXkuLkBy_rDs7Nsu7j9ae6l_UqGcQBJelSKPawLe0ssQls2fnacS66JPupiltnCJABlmVDY6AQjtMYJgoHhhGrvKj-g3H0bobNfdiV3byctS9s1WVdknqeHLEdBEWzsruOhKzhVYcyx6oMwAAYf6D58QzakeWslo0P-a-dkNTX/s2048/337715150_679137720564085_6723816944094345182_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZgD9aGbr2fppGOq6yTJgXkuLkBy_rDs7Nsu7j9ae6l_UqGcQBJelSKPawLe0ssQls2fnacS66JPupiltnCJABlmVDY6AQjtMYJgoHhhGrvKj-g3H0bobNfdiV3byctS9s1WVdknqeHLEdBEWzsruOhKzhVYcyx6oMwAAYf6D58QzakeWslo0P-a-dkNTX/s320/337715150_679137720564085_6723816944094345182_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;">The lace is pinned to the slip and sewn by machine at each edge of the red ribbon at the front insert and over the topstitching at the hem.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-woCGG54DvdxdOrNHiKrq4wJY1d6_tcfcCE0JCEAGyqVWHWTW_cH-FtKn4kaObcD6OoW792ILSGXKtqIM51jwEiG1kcev6_lsG-fXRUFWV4FN1vtLp8kcunZMISdl9j9Q9rrrGeuqmdJnATQsGGO4GJqui0JcJoKKwUaGC6-QKz6ASkOTitWYcESmlY07/s2048/337663017_731592968608438_451577280233370733_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-woCGG54DvdxdOrNHiKrq4wJY1d6_tcfcCE0JCEAGyqVWHWTW_cH-FtKn4kaObcD6OoW792ILSGXKtqIM51jwEiG1kcev6_lsG-fXRUFWV4FN1vtLp8kcunZMISdl9j9Q9rrrGeuqmdJnATQsGGO4GJqui0JcJoKKwUaGC6-QKz6ASkOTitWYcESmlY07/s320/337663017_731592968608438_451577280233370733_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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And I love the design and the red ribbon and lace.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj93VjoWDswGboLBZMYtfv2tpKT9d35G_jamhl7H4zg6BcPVeOcTCuCyuVEMp1Hn3OySPZRAoWtQAucC3i2WDrYmn_o6hgZc-sE6I_GHkyQlDVNoCobYPLY-DO3gGI7LLM-BDHsEmEyA24e-Zxd-63RV8sRiFJiLvYboYlOMcw2Y9IN0_-jubVlYKjbSmkB/s2048/338211850_5916252385139156_1328013473754188263_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj93VjoWDswGboLBZMYtfv2tpKT9d35G_jamhl7H4zg6BcPVeOcTCuCyuVEMp1Hn3OySPZRAoWtQAucC3i2WDrYmn_o6hgZc-sE6I_GHkyQlDVNoCobYPLY-DO3gGI7LLM-BDHsEmEyA24e-Zxd-63RV8sRiFJiLvYboYlOMcw2Y9IN0_-jubVlYKjbSmkB/s320/338211850_5916252385139156_1328013473754188263_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLGs99O5vyneJ7_15Y7-yLxfiVwem6M0-cI6EV2kT9FVmyw6OOYy--7eZn0FtMCiDfeMrKxl68PspSnNuiZMXYVP6f64Rb7NQv25rZU9hjN_opj_agBdQGVpUK6TUtaBAu3NN5ZmHxtpirxwLMHROiosu8Z1OYChqWLsEX7ZpBVO1nqpbOioRFfLHeWOj_/s2048/338188223_742191480784199_5019953845391820405_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLGs99O5vyneJ7_15Y7-yLxfiVwem6M0-cI6EV2kT9FVmyw6OOYy--7eZn0FtMCiDfeMrKxl68PspSnNuiZMXYVP6f64Rb7NQv25rZU9hjN_opj_agBdQGVpUK6TUtaBAu3NN5ZmHxtpirxwLMHROiosu8Z1OYChqWLsEX7ZpBVO1nqpbOioRFfLHeWOj_/s320/338188223_742191480784199_5019953845391820405_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtRF2xto_B8ZUAxKBX6xjYzVErXa7Oxx2YstGa1FyXBBNHVc1whoXAP4H4P8ymMREHLhiAIi9kyyQUCPTXPrgkMazjl90oTIiMcVgCY4vUmer1H-Pc7VMkHcu7ps17mK55i1xr_krBc5hm_ZHuJh-CacwSCoCvqUEH8bEXC0-BFE_VeDQk2ZF9do5udesF/s2048/338141955_167103872880436_937270854575802297_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtRF2xto_B8ZUAxKBX6xjYzVErXa7Oxx2YstGa1FyXBBNHVc1whoXAP4H4P8ymMREHLhiAIi9kyyQUCPTXPrgkMazjl90oTIiMcVgCY4vUmer1H-Pc7VMkHcu7ps17mK55i1xr_krBc5hm_ZHuJh-CacwSCoCvqUEH8bEXC0-BFE_VeDQk2ZF9do5udesF/s320/338141955_167103872880436_937270854575802297_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4IaRr61cgUJeiSKYoo53cQkZu72nbYjtpmq_nGFGFxZ_pSDmosBjFoTdJPm8lRhauIl17-Ej8nQaG0CC7eQu_-jUDgTYnFUlRuBV5gVJClDzf4q8HhNxJhrTSbDQfAxMWz4wLcX0crz2_N6K4UpV7cfC6Wir7GlSq4G_ekDHlr7IlBT5ViKmDGXRFNxgP/s2048/337662984_246603634458875_8804429794433309261_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4IaRr61cgUJeiSKYoo53cQkZu72nbYjtpmq_nGFGFxZ_pSDmosBjFoTdJPm8lRhauIl17-Ej8nQaG0CC7eQu_-jUDgTYnFUlRuBV5gVJClDzf4q8HhNxJhrTSbDQfAxMWz4wLcX0crz2_N6K4UpV7cfC6Wir7GlSq4G_ekDHlr7IlBT5ViKmDGXRFNxgP/s320/337662984_246603634458875_8804429794433309261_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>1930s Art Deco Slip - The Historically Adequate Atelier on Etsy - White</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The fit is beautiful for the black slip and I decide to use the same pattern with white rayon fabric. I cut the front, back, and facings and front insert.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioCxqsEzLNvYnfhgWLUXkfhj0LyKugmL7A_rtHSMA1sWS1bzTcgPAyKL-NNacZaHvRTsVMUegt6vXoUI_SdGme5OpYFI8ob5IwE5cn3HuKDfSei4KyMYHpi0wJ-7vJyWU0K5WTnG5G5JNimPMefmiPCTnhtBD0Gn7D0jvLbRdM20Bf7-gy2y2sUwGE1CaO/s2038/340029567_1447638292440650_5877056773161470525_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1085" data-original-width="2038" height="170" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioCxqsEzLNvYnfhgWLUXkfhj0LyKugmL7A_rtHSMA1sWS1bzTcgPAyKL-NNacZaHvRTsVMUegt6vXoUI_SdGme5OpYFI8ob5IwE5cn3HuKDfSei4KyMYHpi0wJ-7vJyWU0K5WTnG5G5JNimPMefmiPCTnhtBD0Gn7D0jvLbRdM20Bf7-gy2y2sUwGE1CaO/s320/340029567_1447638292440650_5877056773161470525_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWV7Z23rdDKZ8aw0kPjzYNMKk6mB27sJVvUnFcNhEJgaKvu357UGDWJMdpadyhXUkmOKaIO53YUnDM30Bpa0pFovZFM-wjqwsMIpj_xfOG50ZEdwXu_naUQ-36UiKQUNP1YplUN_D0e_KuGj6FORTyTw0cyMiCLdoYQV9Yh6hvZjGBmLFlR497KwgpQJ-Y/s320/349312714_791751512214851_2723500932159691686_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">While looking through the trim stash I find an applique that I had purchased for a different project but it didn't have the right historic feel for that project. But it does have the perfect vintage feel for this one and is also a perfect fit for the front of this slip.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMZvqu27Ff4pgVn0xCEH1nlRrQmR3PJkjq_Z1GSChT2pFOt4QNcTnsjPuFFP4xlc6ES9aM3MLJfySNlFM6HGEUvEkZUB_qTCv_MWdF1qB4_Vlcp_hdZmjfkB0BTYfE4bNY6IuDrCMQ0c2ZUP_s_7yC_6QYphWuX4-AOalxchfBQXObJkjc3Lt2Juhdm27S/s2048/349531750_6325075684220585_2520139276380051658_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMZvqu27Ff4pgVn0xCEH1nlRrQmR3PJkjq_Z1GSChT2pFOt4QNcTnsjPuFFP4xlc6ES9aM3MLJfySNlFM6HGEUvEkZUB_qTCv_MWdF1qB4_Vlcp_hdZmjfkB0BTYfE4bNY6IuDrCMQ0c2ZUP_s_7yC_6QYphWuX4-AOalxchfBQXObJkjc3Lt2Juhdm27S/s320/349531750_6325075684220585_2520139276380051658_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Snaps are sewn into the placket.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5Th7EIj1Cm-ldp1HlUbEH9ln7jJMNw8wa-qQVRAVbkcBExcyrR2SWN2jZeNPy1Vft8vLDexW88LPoGGpDcL6yraU74y-3mWMeyf99u4eOKwQrkuCWlTSJe5AL5Wbo_6cxPRf9SGVX9m5iv4BVd1RZbpqiu8P03Cu_e6sOdPfDFoS1YZjWsD0D3am8WkQl/s2048/348594482_992714528712785_5805039254400787899_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5Th7EIj1Cm-ldp1HlUbEH9ln7jJMNw8wa-qQVRAVbkcBExcyrR2SWN2jZeNPy1Vft8vLDexW88LPoGGpDcL6yraU74y-3mWMeyf99u4eOKwQrkuCWlTSJe5AL5Wbo_6cxPRf9SGVX9m5iv4BVd1RZbpqiu8P03Cu_e6sOdPfDFoS1YZjWsD0D3am8WkQl/s320/348594482_992714528712785_5805039254400787899_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The applique adds so much to the slip that I decide to keep the remaining finishes simple. I press all raw edges inside 1/2". Then I fold the raw edge to the pressing and create a 1/4" narrow hem and machine stitch. I use this method for the upper edge and hem. Then I sew on the straps and the white slip is finished!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEik0OzMxepK3h7bxrizov41uc4OFhnQMGtLtoCe7eTjfB8PuOUH8DYnzsXuaveGqRLP4Alu_GlliuDVn3n6wlqjzPUWO1vJigMLWYojf8h8EUo9e1IOGF6C9Ih3Ae1y-28ScNyeJaek_seaP71gLwhpHr2kvDljhlk5Qreztq3bnpp8vKArH6bALgmnAwvo/s2048/349319108_724961879629513_8327234703265006007_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEik0OzMxepK3h7bxrizov41uc4OFhnQMGtLtoCe7eTjfB8PuOUH8DYnzsXuaveGqRLP4Alu_GlliuDVn3n6wlqjzPUWO1vJigMLWYojf8h8EUo9e1IOGF6C9Ih3Ae1y-28ScNyeJaek_seaP71gLwhpHr2kvDljhlk5Qreztq3bnpp8vKArH6bALgmnAwvo/s320/349319108_724961879629513_8327234703265006007_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlTDPjuy70g7gpie8diVxad_gFwSgrZgHy74wAx-wOWBH3KI-zTM-djFAqtHbzEgaV6aEFdO5G49rkFaeNpJmUu8RxREqSUTsf3vzDFmz-CTca3MDLFbTp5i6BYbIpuD_eehqBqD0z70d2SOigM40c9mMuteHs8A1GrPyef5tgRuf9pcWXHWCsET_-UdAb/s320/349167440_219323820877765_8294510718246298243_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><b>Depew Patterns #3069 1930 Slip - Peach and Blue</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>The Depew Patterns #3069 1930 Slip has options for a straight or curved front, and a straight or low back. Seam allowances are already built into the pattern. I purchased this pattern on Etsy in downloadable pdf format and assembly was well instructed.</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/509562452/vintage-sewing-pattern-ladies-1920s?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=art+deco+slip+pattern&ref=sr_gallery-1-13&sts=1&organic_search_click=1" target="_blank">https://www.etsy.com/listing/509562452/vintage-sewing-pattern-ladies-1920s?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=art+deco+slip+pattern&ref=sr_gallery-1-13&sts=1&organic_search_click=1</a><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6fD4MX2XDGV0lbYzuinelyHh2cDk1OISeIb0kiI4IoFTv3H5kzU_eyHcUjlR0rFicHVI6g-M44WmZbyTf8sGlJ3KMV_KxHE2ewIdqhBC9UzMfNSGpXZvWqKc8s9dnjrFxjDfNJGVilC9S3opEWprWaZElbqxN-Pa37QSOVMMr4e1aDS3hUo3g01EfyE4k/s2048/351469303_649976950508193_4095593412639364679_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6fD4MX2XDGV0lbYzuinelyHh2cDk1OISeIb0kiI4IoFTv3H5kzU_eyHcUjlR0rFicHVI6g-M44WmZbyTf8sGlJ3KMV_KxHE2ewIdqhBC9UzMfNSGpXZvWqKc8s9dnjrFxjDfNJGVilC9S3opEWprWaZElbqxN-Pa37QSOVMMr4e1aDS3hUo3g01EfyE4k/s320/351469303_649976950508193_4095593412639364679_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitJ1Z6uqn18KkfPerG4kco9cpXTvV0CnFYFgaK6Q0qS5gpnOZec95ZZswIjxT0_qiV-sJ-OEr14BowhfTqlFTF3MeurZqmLr7yeT7zWYFJDQ_okP6Dvg9Y4_zugO5CI5AeKw0DKml7ZtJHUDI4Td07mFPUfZy8GDonjJyt7WOlPSewzJM4ja1n4SDAGydy/s2048/330617708_1030102934525221_4800952587732496621_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitJ1Z6uqn18KkfPerG4kco9cpXTvV0CnFYFgaK6Q0qS5gpnOZec95ZZswIjxT0_qiV-sJ-OEr14BowhfTqlFTF3MeurZqmLr7yeT7zWYFJDQ_okP6Dvg9Y4_zugO5CI5AeKw0DKml7ZtJHUDI4Td07mFPUfZy8GDonjJyt7WOlPSewzJM4ja1n4SDAGydy/s320/330617708_1030102934525221_4800952587732496621_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">There are only three pattern pieces - front, back, and shoulder strap in two different lengths depending on the upper edge option selected.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9tYWB6-UDJVn36X7u2LGQNhKKY41OZAnfMMM6JsLSB0J2EuL-AuK3CFH4uDH_D8EMmvWrgo_qOH-mXsfWQUdWrBhGdVqgvuzJD-yHojgFvoWIGuY14Lka1iP8tcRqfl3I_ybOLSeoE5vOnP3f_knXa8Hl0EtD3m7czWVLs6-82wGqA7WietOISZLjrHM5/s2048/349362285_6524599350917871_1784424490957474282_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9tYWB6-UDJVn36X7u2LGQNhKKY41OZAnfMMM6JsLSB0J2EuL-AuK3CFH4uDH_D8EMmvWrgo_qOH-mXsfWQUdWrBhGdVqgvuzJD-yHojgFvoWIGuY14Lka1iP8tcRqfl3I_ybOLSeoE5vOnP3f_knXa8Hl0EtD3m7czWVLs6-82wGqA7WietOISZLjrHM5/s320/349362285_6524599350917871_1784424490957474282_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Using the straight top edge front and back option, I cut this slip from a peach feather patterned silk crepe de chine hoping that while this is a nice slip, it will also be perfect for nightwear or even an easy summer dress or swim cover-up. The front and back are both cut on the fold.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpzyaDE-6Ga_iBdzZ1-6R-uu_Mm3BIkvdxIb86yEzF3OrVfqrsuIpk6_PlL1LiU6OhwF59LH-30cREXUTmAPMtSngk0ALoGI45sMX8g_kImwiMoe2Xr-p3OtPFwgJgxoHkxhmjTxRe_JCo1yTlgmyWgWSgDGSNpyR40iPeD9qy9CXE8aV3d4GPavfs1Xgf/s2048/350287006_159181426972618_2935756808072127553_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpzyaDE-6Ga_iBdzZ1-6R-uu_Mm3BIkvdxIb86yEzF3OrVfqrsuIpk6_PlL1LiU6OhwF59LH-30cREXUTmAPMtSngk0ALoGI45sMX8g_kImwiMoe2Xr-p3OtPFwgJgxoHkxhmjTxRe_JCo1yTlgmyWgWSgDGSNpyR40iPeD9qy9CXE8aV3d4GPavfs1Xgf/s320/350287006_159181426972618_2935756808072127553_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The front bust and waist darts are marked and sewn.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOaw5JYxDYTJFQqUoki04utvGulnQSSnZ68SAyYuTRi7eZG86WHt0PkJfZm6jXwldTAtu4rUQWQ7TvHsv4pOS94ZVbuyPp78E_FREmbteUH2FkBArrWwkPl9QOhzb2-baHPVxOFYQW8D_6N-ZCXOqT_0cpmPtJYECkRekPCU82hbI23zILdYFZF316ORuJ/s2048/350485951_658893626072739_4306398997220991308_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOaw5JYxDYTJFQqUoki04utvGulnQSSnZ68SAyYuTRi7eZG86WHt0PkJfZm6jXwldTAtu4rUQWQ7TvHsv4pOS94ZVbuyPp78E_FREmbteUH2FkBArrWwkPl9QOhzb2-baHPVxOFYQW8D_6N-ZCXOqT_0cpmPtJYECkRekPCU82hbI23zILdYFZF316ORuJ/s320/350485951_658893626072739_4306398997220991308_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The back waist darts are marked and sewn.</div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEha8j9rIkf-3Aktg-X8TNhHp2mDW22n4LsGqz7DOj03xKhj4tVWaB-5ZGU3e7Kr1qQ0pqvccyr-nug_5rTqtm-jITOS15FChEeKFsJaboMq2vgK25PRNFwXWpKJKfSOTcaHZlidOWC23qP8-KzZhyVc3pjO1YBL34qptuMqyal9utPRK1fLB_2H1jNcYSej/s2048/350852124_730032738874288_6677778474500267899_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEha8j9rIkf-3Aktg-X8TNhHp2mDW22n4LsGqz7DOj03xKhj4tVWaB-5ZGU3e7Kr1qQ0pqvccyr-nug_5rTqtm-jITOS15FChEeKFsJaboMq2vgK25PRNFwXWpKJKfSOTcaHZlidOWC23qP8-KzZhyVc3pjO1YBL34qptuMqyal9utPRK1fLB_2H1jNcYSej/s320/350852124_730032738874288_6677778474500267899_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Everything is pressed and ready for final assembly.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-HW5o82SGVIm4bjUARDX6ZcGldyFaWGjuxm70gf9sVla4359mdFnX0i4d3JrOPEh8ybb3LE8OVpFMb_-1ffh6zKHEbJuvF6xH-tlgBwFMgseyEoLFzwcgmLxxJ-fruTnnfGKFTEKZjuI2iul5XerrO5ze4qkVqpY-YfR2kFiMH4QFGK8Vk1aDiK5i0JJX/s2048/350941244_2010198619318953_8236768992308728572_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-HW5o82SGVIm4bjUARDX6ZcGldyFaWGjuxm70gf9sVla4359mdFnX0i4d3JrOPEh8ybb3LE8OVpFMb_-1ffh6zKHEbJuvF6xH-tlgBwFMgseyEoLFzwcgmLxxJ-fruTnnfGKFTEKZjuI2iul5XerrO5ze4qkVqpY-YfR2kFiMH4QFGK8Vk1aDiK5i0JJX/s320/350941244_2010198619318953_8236768992308728572_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;">The side seams are sewn leaving the opening for a placket. Narrow hems are sewn in the upper and lower edges. The straps are attached as marked on the pattern.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-VmYudDXBFB8ydNniekVUif_Wrlxd35nTytF8oMutQ_EX_szwwazc8La9sosE9KTaRV5ID7F39d7i3JZxSi3MM-3G8iuYd7sFbyGhsna1Ua4o4MNjOuLWFPUL4zpmk9F2lRF7yKdhvln9PIEhcYk3KW5tUvMhDMj1LFzoJqQnj47mxtgNI9dzdf4LvzEz/s2048/350665081_286160187173207_7555794565114473418_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-VmYudDXBFB8ydNniekVUif_Wrlxd35nTytF8oMutQ_EX_szwwazc8La9sosE9KTaRV5ID7F39d7i3JZxSi3MM-3G8iuYd7sFbyGhsna1Ua4o4MNjOuLWFPUL4zpmk9F2lRF7yKdhvln9PIEhcYk3KW5tUvMhDMj1LFzoJqQnj47mxtgNI9dzdf4LvzEz/s320/350665081_286160187173207_7555794565114473418_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The placket and snaps are added.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhD6dOQRQcgn71CfIxhjvxQKGTODyvP9i2DjIypmMpbqxgaww5zbfWYdVsNoS_xZuqsJY7Il9G3QFkXlFSE2HSO_EnNYveJ8Ey8AIl4bdsPkvuVbqQbaYkDxr_QvPPl3DaB6ErVUpNK6JorSMDwMMGFw7yoQYjDoTacQ0ikSOVuWrS-0zEueDrcN5nEo-sp/s2048/350650091_3637066886526277_277178648384960157_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhD6dOQRQcgn71CfIxhjvxQKGTODyvP9i2DjIypmMpbqxgaww5zbfWYdVsNoS_xZuqsJY7Il9G3QFkXlFSE2HSO_EnNYveJ8Ey8AIl4bdsPkvuVbqQbaYkDxr_QvPPl3DaB6ErVUpNK6JorSMDwMMGFw7yoQYjDoTacQ0ikSOVuWrS-0zEueDrcN5nEo-sp/s320/350650091_3637066886526277_277178648384960157_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;">For evening wear I will need a long black slip and making it with a low back will suit several planned gowns. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjM6kRU-86y_XpO5twsaTTvqVUAFM5OXhB0GP0NHMQKyj2mUgcSPgMkmCmy8OwUvR0phjEf--LnKrnCLmSwqmqytzCYLIrvv97ukbGnXVaN9VNPw32w6LvJbCSlRGu_GFa4KidcRAXofonNtQiFr9E16eSkeQtm-vvKY3OWnjSskrXinCVTu6-L7hbrOAuv/s2048/352347288_2302299319969243_611233617590208843_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjM6kRU-86y_XpO5twsaTTvqVUAFM5OXhB0GP0NHMQKyj2mUgcSPgMkmCmy8OwUvR0phjEf--LnKrnCLmSwqmqytzCYLIrvv97ukbGnXVaN9VNPw32w6LvJbCSlRGu_GFa4KidcRAXofonNtQiFr9E16eSkeQtm-vvKY3OWnjSskrXinCVTu6-L7hbrOAuv/s320/352347288_2302299319969243_611233617590208843_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I cut the pattern for the low back option.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglI5d-G40jUYTHfHS2XKC_3rO27oeq38lEIevwRA43OfAmBM7WG657y1IvroMbbQ7R0I4vDg3TMvs0DjpVpNOx8Aw972OoioK912ExsaEFfxr4KHuDmPwikfnhFjSb-01AtVFkqLMBzoofl1nCyDVqZ-C-Or1o6Q-99RSt4HnoQVv9ggglUU4UJeDpbjBC/s2048/352739152_969628717407634_5905908773447136301_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglI5d-G40jUYTHfHS2XKC_3rO27oeq38lEIevwRA43OfAmBM7WG657y1IvroMbbQ7R0I4vDg3TMvs0DjpVpNOx8Aw972OoioK912ExsaEFfxr4KHuDmPwikfnhFjSb-01AtVFkqLMBzoofl1nCyDVqZ-C-Or1o6Q-99RSt4HnoQVv9ggglUU4UJeDpbjBC/s320/352739152_969628717407634_5905908773447136301_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The front is cut on the fold of black rayon fabric but I didn't have enough fabric to cut the back on the fold so I added seam allowance to the center back and cut two pieces.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSecGQSOB1iUupCFYduWq_s2LiHL5BUJB4SYIcts0vpPhjl8UAJAeEwJU2c6a5X5IaP5DW-E8UzYlizVuUu4_rKQs-UGK2U_dlRRqjp5u365bp9SfeOzkCGo3lbKemhOmDl2g5JNyhUe7F_9gw4_V2zWb26UUDKl_tcxI8bm76pkjFJHkODa7iDRrxqdNF/s2048/352566121_634773248594839_8257505299242783146_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSecGQSOB1iUupCFYduWq_s2LiHL5BUJB4SYIcts0vpPhjl8UAJAeEwJU2c6a5X5IaP5DW-E8UzYlizVuUu4_rKQs-UGK2U_dlRRqjp5u365bp9SfeOzkCGo3lbKemhOmDl2g5JNyhUe7F_9gw4_V2zWb26UUDKl_tcxI8bm76pkjFJHkODa7iDRrxqdNF/s320/352566121_634773248594839_8257505299242783146_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;">I had made shoulder straps from the black rayon but came up with what I hope is a great idea. This slip will be worn under a black velvet gown with a shoulder and sleeve inset of white organza dotted with pearls. With snaps sewn to the top edge where the straps attach to the slip, I can use two different straps which will snap to the slip as needed. Wish me luck! 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text-align: left;"><b>Finished Lingerie Sets</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I've always loved coordinating lingerie sets and now there are four sets for the 1930s wardrobe with a bit of versatility for under day and evening wear. 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The next blog post and video will be Part 3 of the 1930s Underthings. There is a 1930s corset with garters, a garter belt, and several surprises! See you then!<div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;">Love and hugs,</div><div style="text-align: center;"> Jeanette</div></div>Jeanettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09186764620925579101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4439815537233502652.post-15027185600212673532023-05-15T11:32:00.001-04:002023-05-15T11:32:16.319-04:00Sewing 1930s Bras and Tap Pants<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhu4UKCJal4kIFoYslMlh7VtQ2WZH4J7HyiFcMq6e3NSnLA2hlJSjw5_UQufC4Ec8DCLVgbPHtxIfI07ZSoRDWd5xDmUQBpZ8PHvvGezk4pFDavXmVsmUO8gLmp3YHCydOdiMaJ2G_Pu6H7wSfHRpmcTiXoesm9v-3cwud_HZIHk6iVhktvfnxsHFHPBQ/s1280/Sewing%201930s%20Bras%20&%20Tap%20Pants.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhu4UKCJal4kIFoYslMlh7VtQ2WZH4J7HyiFcMq6e3NSnLA2hlJSjw5_UQufC4Ec8DCLVgbPHtxIfI07ZSoRDWd5xDmUQBpZ8PHvvGezk4pFDavXmVsmUO8gLmp3YHCydOdiMaJ2G_Pu6H7wSfHRpmcTiXoesm9v-3cwud_HZIHk6iVhktvfnxsHFHPBQ/s320/Sewing%201930s%20Bras%20&%20Tap%20Pants.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Companion YouTube Video: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iH9kosTz4ns">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iH9kosTz4ns</a></div><br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p>The fashion silhouette is everchanging. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBSTcfoXhb0gaC9tOLuzYKgtpImqYmP4IZVfJo9Fh6QDwlDwvx2phYORutKc5m1SdaOXkN7-jskFtL1kg8gmd8YuSdMSsgQxd1icVd0yWRDtPMPpTwpDCQ7eHdNQlFAOnBo2YIOpZYhrJIQ7Cwlly5clDvPGks8TUfj9sqvHYkpADX99oBLX1VdAFg_g/s660/18001930Silhouette.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="331" data-original-width="660" height="160" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBSTcfoXhb0gaC9tOLuzYKgtpImqYmP4IZVfJo9Fh6QDwlDwvx2phYORutKc5m1SdaOXkN7-jskFtL1kg8gmd8YuSdMSsgQxd1icVd0yWRDtPMPpTwpDCQ7eHdNQlFAOnBo2YIOpZYhrJIQ7Cwlly5clDvPGks8TUfj9sqvHYkpADX99oBLX1VdAFg_g/s320/18001930Silhouette.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And the foundations that create that silhouette are everchanging as well. There are foundation layers that protect the outer layers of clothing from the body. And there are layers that support, enhance, firm, flatten and otherwise change the body into something completely different than what nature endowed.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The best advice I ever received as a newbie costumer was to begin any new fashion era by creating the garments from the inside out. This is a daunting task for a whim-directed costumer like me. I have, with a lot of help from pattern designers, created foundations from several eras.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">1. 18th Century shift, stays, and panniers. Patterns by Simplicity designed by American Duchess.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFGR7TP7hjR6FVGDMvWnkTiGtKJPyIZ6G7WheOs0kEtHmFnZu-jAEzZMd_AYKx-Qflw7ECPXdvsisOnMTb-QwLEFK-8HSF2fMPn-5mamwV6hWMvM2QXovpTjB0ALmZn2o5uSn26VV5jPmV-LlUA3-m8RfBA6CXfFYq_ikv38i6F76c1V_TqzQ0zZAFbA/s960/84644481_10222511207465861_3329833426705448960_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="484" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFGR7TP7hjR6FVGDMvWnkTiGtKJPyIZ6G7WheOs0kEtHmFnZu-jAEzZMd_AYKx-Qflw7ECPXdvsisOnMTb-QwLEFK-8HSF2fMPn-5mamwV6hWMvM2QXovpTjB0ALmZn2o5uSn26VV5jPmV-LlUA3-m8RfBA6CXfFYq_ikv38i6F76c1V_TqzQ0zZAFbA/s320/84644481_10222511207465861_3329833426705448960_n.jpg" width="161" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcDYh8ysES4MS1zrbmJovlE5gLkUbXHX5u5qd4EFh3dBqrgbIVQ_lwt7ziCD7YFgCIdent0VZEET9v914HYcHjPo3DdQoGoJgZ1er4V7gBR-aspMnDlsHrXD7-XZAlVkNXgyp2-ei2A7GA38FkUjVN0oxKb1pF6qRJh85gKh51kHQagta585Wv-loQog/s960/84065325_10222511209265906_7301682103870029824_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="528" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcDYh8ysES4MS1zrbmJovlE5gLkUbXHX5u5qd4EFh3dBqrgbIVQ_lwt7ziCD7YFgCIdent0VZEET9v914HYcHjPo3DdQoGoJgZ1er4V7gBR-aspMnDlsHrXD7-XZAlVkNXgyp2-ei2A7GA38FkUjVN0oxKb1pF6qRJh85gKh51kHQagta585Wv-loQog/s320/84065325_10222511209265906_7301682103870029824_n.jpg" width="176" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFeWZSCImIlL8485NobawEhNVHYpJgoPkAZ4U0E1ZB7H8xXb9xS1z2EC931nx-Ik4OEh7EOuxJcd11PXb2H1KT_2tpU41r6dIKgiC244FDEG-oZjDTrEo6vKKDgx8HOsIhnKA7AVGOEdBIoSguk6uTq_6m3QCQUt9NoyNgYfifvayLGHhN0qVdJK9IJQ/s960/83882292_10222511208465886_710987443070828544_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="528" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFeWZSCImIlL8485NobawEhNVHYpJgoPkAZ4U0E1ZB7H8xXb9xS1z2EC931nx-Ik4OEh7EOuxJcd11PXb2H1KT_2tpU41r6dIKgiC244FDEG-oZjDTrEo6vKKDgx8HOsIhnKA7AVGOEdBIoSguk6uTq_6m3QCQUt9NoyNgYfifvayLGHhN0qVdJK9IJQ/s320/83882292_10222511208465886_710987443070828544_n.jpg" width="176" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb8IlY3kcahrenaRs4jspBLRO8cdq0M5nYtw-BYMoY3vN_p7thAbIG5kbSay1us4RPBlMMN_8HlPRgbjwndl5H5jXzVd33NRXMQ6iQCIKOcW-5uKMrekAkxjWVO_pdcqaGBLxECeJAMMiEEJyaRIPh_K9haf8e9Rah19FyUXxCr6J6pPvSBS7ASVFdIg/s854/83346021_10222511220626190_1029904772141940736_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="854" data-original-width="464" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb8IlY3kcahrenaRs4jspBLRO8cdq0M5nYtw-BYMoY3vN_p7thAbIG5kbSay1us4RPBlMMN_8HlPRgbjwndl5H5jXzVd33NRXMQ6iQCIKOcW-5uKMrekAkxjWVO_pdcqaGBLxECeJAMMiEEJyaRIPh_K9haf8e9Rah19FyUXxCr6J6pPvSBS7ASVFdIg/s320/83346021_10222511220626190_1029904772141940736_n.jpg" width="174" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifPpVi8C2PfJtGbKovLVo7LINaKhW5QgsTU57gqBUAJPUqdq3o9ULVfZUoOQx8WjbQOgSdhSDb8Om6OXcW89jTji4rd1j-romIOboXSfNcNAVOicpv-ywLtj6nol3q8NI2csyCCtlScgA6TEuVRldGE5gUr_-l7vede_9yaeTRQU1tCfpXYlenRruxSQ/s960/83501208_10222511216986099_7413401869755613184_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="528" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifPpVi8C2PfJtGbKovLVo7LINaKhW5QgsTU57gqBUAJPUqdq3o9ULVfZUoOQx8WjbQOgSdhSDb8Om6OXcW89jTji4rd1j-romIOboXSfNcNAVOicpv-ywLtj6nol3q8NI2csyCCtlScgA6TEuVRldGE5gUr_-l7vede_9yaeTRQU1tCfpXYlenRruxSQ/s320/83501208_10222511216986099_7413401869755613184_n.jpg" width="176" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">2. Victorian Early Bustle Era combinations, a trained bustle from a Laughing Moon pattern, and petticoat. Combinations and trained petticoat from patterns by Truly Victorian.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUSd1lnLZJofDoUpo14PTRzTbbhAQjG9P91d_R3Bn9uCJqiA7CRkahlvOfTZ_c0QRNqBTDsn-L6yoQ_Jz5kCdBtwm-vyit3P6XUOO7rrJaiFDHuzUktBwUI5C64fDUZRfNSfxWMuVPeN9r0_HiMZNQORZppYwlZnMacg9-NmMp2w9XjdVD8osuvpkuUA/s720/215375_2026435537438_290987_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="382" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUSd1lnLZJofDoUpo14PTRzTbbhAQjG9P91d_R3Bn9uCJqiA7CRkahlvOfTZ_c0QRNqBTDsn-L6yoQ_Jz5kCdBtwm-vyit3P6XUOO7rrJaiFDHuzUktBwUI5C64fDUZRfNSfxWMuVPeN9r0_HiMZNQORZppYwlZnMacg9-NmMp2w9XjdVD8osuvpkuUA/s320/215375_2026435537438_290987_n.jpg" width="170" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_eCizQImzuLNB34G_8YFEdy3uECN6PFy8LyD16EIKct0oBm0BBRHaBynl9F7GO6sewwTAGfJ5aSE2AAeRzZEfnt6clMO-4tRJOlO3aEiUCbysme9SSTvuQBx_oWCD6JO6QVdFUhCbxxWcuiW7A9d-ItH-OhqFIzId4Qeck8pA5sA93CoVEu7a4fe_Iw/s720/224703_2026436417460_1675167_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="444" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_eCizQImzuLNB34G_8YFEdy3uECN6PFy8LyD16EIKct0oBm0BBRHaBynl9F7GO6sewwTAGfJ5aSE2AAeRzZEfnt6clMO-4tRJOlO3aEiUCbysme9SSTvuQBx_oWCD6JO6QVdFUhCbxxWcuiW7A9d-ItH-OhqFIzId4Qeck8pA5sA93CoVEu7a4fe_Iw/s320/224703_2026436417460_1675167_n.jpg" width="197" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVGvRDJMPl6XFM3mQ_TqKg_Vw96zW1HjMclRT2a4LN7msj97iA7Dk0Fo_3J66RsEVVWyzvSahIjYJmlYADXF1yKTsYjEI1xCTfFky31_vcbv9ZppWUNNlfrhAwD_kPSftTsY5SMUkVT-U2-I3fHChwCQ6REwCLMpCz3yUH4IEsNqQZdUOU4SdsOkZ0yA/s720/230853_2028401826594_6459110_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="540" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVGvRDJMPl6XFM3mQ_TqKg_Vw96zW1HjMclRT2a4LN7msj97iA7Dk0Fo_3J66RsEVVWyzvSahIjYJmlYADXF1yKTsYjEI1xCTfFky31_vcbv9ZppWUNNlfrhAwD_kPSftTsY5SMUkVT-U2-I3fHChwCQ6REwCLMpCz3yUH4IEsNqQZdUOU4SdsOkZ0yA/s320/230853_2028401826594_6459110_n.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkqWDTidIw-_uS5tsw-c38dJuCcua1a564R5GZJDmt5EdFe9Ooud5lrSCXgerHpg5CNxum9zaN0QyMP5m05IHRWNuBe7ADonusI_QibSLPUWf5q7oB8iqIGlflMPzC2nKl7WssdIfaqL7pSgxKGML8qdGmle7dYuJXlnjLxDDzU07O_tcKj29ERgS3xA/s720/218116_2026437057476_7340707_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="413" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkqWDTidIw-_uS5tsw-c38dJuCcua1a564R5GZJDmt5EdFe9Ooud5lrSCXgerHpg5CNxum9zaN0QyMP5m05IHRWNuBe7ADonusI_QibSLPUWf5q7oB8iqIGlflMPzC2nKl7WssdIfaqL7pSgxKGML8qdGmle7dYuJXlnjLxDDzU07O_tcKj29ERgS3xA/s320/218116_2026437057476_7340707_n.jpg" width="184" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEix-uyEK01A_WwcRW_b8Tp_h2doEGfjJT7tcC1FMIAhILDJS1RltWg_CIU3UxhB3ieWJ-UR06HWWU45Zl_2fr87Wy8Ytt1_S34iuVeJ3S_3tZmAIaUnaHAE7LR3Y4oon23qvh7FMZuwQVPBTunzKZZZw6FkzYCC_ZqcASqx3AtQQ-Cwx6GoiALUqpJajg/s720/224249_2026438817520_4222025_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="539" data-original-width="720" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEix-uyEK01A_WwcRW_b8Tp_h2doEGfjJT7tcC1FMIAhILDJS1RltWg_CIU3UxhB3ieWJ-UR06HWWU45Zl_2fr87Wy8Ytt1_S34iuVeJ3S_3tZmAIaUnaHAE7LR3Y4oon23qvh7FMZuwQVPBTunzKZZZw6FkzYCC_ZqcASqx3AtQQ-Cwx6GoiALUqpJajg/s320/224249_2026438817520_4222025_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">3. Victorian Natural Form Era combinations, corset, and petticoat with button-on train. 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A hip and bum pad combination to create that sought after hourglass silhouette. 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A little sidetrack from historical Victorian into Steampunk Victorian with the Versailles Corset Bodice pattern by Harlots and Angels made to match a Late Bustle Era skirt. And what could be more Steampunk than being on a steam train going to a Steampunk ball!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEesNcH9Py1brg6KBr3QyTScFhfjHRsFYGy13fsm4-hNoSswt2MdPIhh7m8nY40pmNMoWK1g5rlkfxPT6j6SMKc0wjVYOzOdQFqf0jCclovVsz9XUao8STN1h7e0w_iSE8bm7sz1pZfxMwwXA1ZtWCTijm1v7MWpC9lSnKlPYJ2SDtabUosWJQbjRIrg/s1600/HPIM9893.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="890" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEesNcH9Py1brg6KBr3QyTScFhfjHRsFYGy13fsm4-hNoSswt2MdPIhh7m8nY40pmNMoWK1g5rlkfxPT6j6SMKc0wjVYOzOdQFqf0jCclovVsz9XUao8STN1h7e0w_iSE8bm7sz1pZfxMwwXA1ZtWCTijm1v7MWpC9lSnKlPYJ2SDtabUosWJQbjRIrg/s320/HPIM9893.JPG" width="178" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRO_4Vshm22K21X_4jbJZccAtHQSka-CCpOxZDdmnqaLmAgeVvBY8foVG0Yxi0mh8jygOiV0H4EPgWAgsMujgek6_D10ILJtn5NtXUZgIP-6nsLd34E_NJ4vGaJu4Vyyxmg0M9n5L1AmAeJ5W2ykCQapnOTgA5gyBGC1qC9oqHzBj-cqj2F5L9qifrsQ/s1600/HPIM9900.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1088" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRO_4Vshm22K21X_4jbJZccAtHQSka-CCpOxZDdmnqaLmAgeVvBY8foVG0Yxi0mh8jygOiV0H4EPgWAgsMujgek6_D10ILJtn5NtXUZgIP-6nsLd34E_NJ4vGaJu4Vyyxmg0M9n5L1AmAeJ5W2ykCQapnOTgA5gyBGC1qC9oqHzBj-cqj2F5L9qifrsQ/s320/HPIM9900.JPG" width="218" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQ-y6wyaRU60rGH1VN6wQdJ7X8qIHUovUfnc1FfS26vzxHjzCSjUFNbfGDCclekzZqdNM1bH2UYAtV70BuaqptZLs13OakNqA4FpeBJgbDpJudMFPuI1qTd-mE5YsOQ9rNaCiaAZ6l3yEvHDlWjv1WpqbHQiJpdzSYgNV99XsvUwMhh77A0GltJpg0ug/s1600/HPIM9909.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="888" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQ-y6wyaRU60rGH1VN6wQdJ7X8qIHUovUfnc1FfS26vzxHjzCSjUFNbfGDCclekzZqdNM1bH2UYAtV70BuaqptZLs13OakNqA4FpeBJgbDpJudMFPuI1qTd-mE5YsOQ9rNaCiaAZ6l3yEvHDlWjv1WpqbHQiJpdzSYgNV99XsvUwMhh77A0GltJpg0ug/s320/HPIM9909.JPG" width="178" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEKqwdK0Ud7Ogesj5_K_hCESqVuTwECTBpnyPJAoOmca6Yyu_w5R8n1lVdzW0W7T8E4_EHEeiekcCzkzaeDMoGcqlr6ODYJsQ_Ba7IR2SO0iq0nXMoMiPNCOf_x0waGvjF6sxwM7LLTMAM3Vxg_WLNl6k6u0FbjwM0X-TVTCmsJisIDS7sTrO1hD-_cw/s1600/HPIM9710.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1197" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEKqwdK0Ud7Ogesj5_K_hCESqVuTwECTBpnyPJAoOmca6Yyu_w5R8n1lVdzW0W7T8E4_EHEeiekcCzkzaeDMoGcqlr6ODYJsQ_Ba7IR2SO0iq0nXMoMiPNCOf_x0waGvjF6sxwM7LLTMAM3Vxg_WLNl6k6u0FbjwM0X-TVTCmsJisIDS7sTrO1hD-_cw/s320/HPIM9710.JPG" width="239" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">6. Gaining more foundations courage I followed the 18 Panel Waspie with Bodice and Bust pattern by Corsets By Caroline and made another foundation but worn as outer wear.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibQJrqYNTang2NY3ec_8ccBdMR8g7qqf4qL4V5bKiVBERMfdqX5BiBplNa1xPyYoBKTxzy5-kdlep2Ox6YK00n3ZTPWd0lEsKOF8LAkOrgSCP1U4_p9NwrbnnqcIXH7E-lI6AqyKZ0_tE0gsHzndim0nEEQJyvcNWieCuAn97Rw77p8oi_BqIcRp7RWg/s956/141952624_10225919713236375_3710539647783918864_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="749" data-original-width="956" height="251" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibQJrqYNTang2NY3ec_8ccBdMR8g7qqf4qL4V5bKiVBERMfdqX5BiBplNa1xPyYoBKTxzy5-kdlep2Ox6YK00n3ZTPWd0lEsKOF8LAkOrgSCP1U4_p9NwrbnnqcIXH7E-lI6AqyKZ0_tE0gsHzndim0nEEQJyvcNWieCuAn97Rw77p8oi_BqIcRp7RWg/s320/141952624_10225919713236375_3710539647783918864_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnYtDumsHckVxqFdhmp97U-RqVDKSbgdsfonncoV9BblvE5KL4W640L8hoGQbpH62dOEjZsm3HbRj208sho1b3pVuCzxcL0xKHtj4c1WKmTD68-z3l8knNAIbFbdiVN-lMf-Q7USaYJ9NQCdIopCbMOqNPR1Bwnk0ou6YyNKgJatSUeyxZX_kGqz8IIw/s960/143902884_10225992596018399_463781266077215244_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="528" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnYtDumsHckVxqFdhmp97U-RqVDKSbgdsfonncoV9BblvE5KL4W640L8hoGQbpH62dOEjZsm3HbRj208sho1b3pVuCzxcL0xKHtj4c1WKmTD68-z3l8knNAIbFbdiVN-lMf-Q7USaYJ9NQCdIopCbMOqNPR1Bwnk0ou6YyNKgJatSUeyxZX_kGqz8IIw/s320/143902884_10225992596018399_463781266077215244_n.jpg" width="176" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmRCl5SM0ro-Hd4GOnY_xY0ULqt4kFrk0bN4Ydvwax6zUCgFAF3j6a2UCxmIO50fvwVhOIXiWFKLiiy__TUgrFy2x4ae0xfc9gwahlrTvFoZ_K8tNNxculleOgdh9CyM6w1z-8RmySTAlmwmfwpzZ7KojC7AHo75w3fbyOjmd9FghAwJz-D7ja51pmHw/s960/144480580_10225992619978998_7627314042046926183_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="528" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmRCl5SM0ro-Hd4GOnY_xY0ULqt4kFrk0bN4Ydvwax6zUCgFAF3j6a2UCxmIO50fvwVhOIXiWFKLiiy__TUgrFy2x4ae0xfc9gwahlrTvFoZ_K8tNNxculleOgdh9CyM6w1z-8RmySTAlmwmfwpzZ7KojC7AHo75w3fbyOjmd9FghAwJz-D7ja51pmHw/s320/144480580_10225992619978998_7627314042046926183_n.jpg" width="176" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">7. This corset is an Early Edwardian pattern by Truly Victorian and includes hip and bust pad patterns.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjymEC83lDJP6ZKdWMJB5wK72dpnj_G0w38-fxl9EsROcwtKM7iCcM8Jc3qYZXv41GZxlUOGoHf697m2EudOq1qqSWvVBZ2Pbw2CXHU2JHz54UsQJThL6N4GZy5iTrWkXMcWm1s-QGRX4Q2ieukzBoFIkGNdo5Vleg2lw0H7HQ6A1xfQQC8TCTpwJryMA/s1600/HPIM6462.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1198" data-original-width="1600" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjymEC83lDJP6ZKdWMJB5wK72dpnj_G0w38-fxl9EsROcwtKM7iCcM8Jc3qYZXv41GZxlUOGoHf697m2EudOq1qqSWvVBZ2Pbw2CXHU2JHz54UsQJThL6N4GZy5iTrWkXMcWm1s-QGRX4Q2ieukzBoFIkGNdo5Vleg2lw0H7HQ6A1xfQQC8TCTpwJryMA/s320/HPIM6462.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgt7Ad63Urt65R3fU8CBLHGUQBVPpzujdbJFuiu6TGTQCBhF09QywbXdW6IYTv9yWP3KCx6A8MKCoHOdSF7WW3NuYMLE23aZy1B2QsOU5Cxo4bn9AUgzVoc1B8Fx8vv4YT7dDs_Lso7SSkMbxehSsXw5FBa4mc7mq9B-WsYWyi2JvWG8HZ4hLcWszOEug/s1422/HPIM6474.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; 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Sometimes I add a pop of color to the foundations and these bloomers, camisole, and petticoat were also made using the Folkwear Edwardian Underthings pattern.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfeR9q2E4KycZZeFE3NpaF2WmQLKei-nJeUgOazapul2ZVTdcXS4Psu4-zB8-B9uY6i0NEVMWs_ZQszk-D0Zl_zo-PEcf-BiOJLwNDo2K2HaTd9QNN8SSYyENFnCeN4MQipTlzOw3oiNRIIQqTb9GQNrq3QfRqNVo7fMWSnO3JQAfo8kVyyYaiSUHiYQ/s1600/HPIM7601.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1564" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfeR9q2E4KycZZeFE3NpaF2WmQLKei-nJeUgOazapul2ZVTdcXS4Psu4-zB8-B9uY6i0NEVMWs_ZQszk-D0Zl_zo-PEcf-BiOJLwNDo2K2HaTd9QNN8SSYyENFnCeN4MQipTlzOw3oiNRIIQqTb9GQNrq3QfRqNVo7fMWSnO3JQAfo8kVyyYaiSUHiYQ/s320/HPIM7601.JPG" width="313" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsA0O4bMktfROHYTFjcVjdN4Fhf80H9KvM3I5wXNhSwSudt_jVcR2ed5BgMd8pdeE9rVvJCYcQGmIQJ9ohbUOOPpAnASLHIllYoeLJapCOdhTS1Fs6DKI3Nh_FSqjpY00XpVqSHxJ9_yAGZHtNL2A_ZR5f58mkXGC4EhpI4m2U9JJ3OjUy1ZCvMb8h8Q/s1600/HPIM7603.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="950" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsA0O4bMktfROHYTFjcVjdN4Fhf80H9KvM3I5wXNhSwSudt_jVcR2ed5BgMd8pdeE9rVvJCYcQGmIQJ9ohbUOOPpAnASLHIllYoeLJapCOdhTS1Fs6DKI3Nh_FSqjpY00XpVqSHxJ9_yAGZHtNL2A_ZR5f58mkXGC4EhpI4m2U9JJ3OjUy1ZCvMb8h8Q/s320/HPIM7603.JPG" width="190" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">10. By 1913 the bust supporter had been designed and I used this pattern by Wearing History.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjWghgDBXIktcgjj3H0NwEqNwhnoTRQ_dPOKJ043dsobDkkwwMjjyOsBJ2E5n_RfyLgT2ZPnmFXwrp7piU2fWZ6vW8yfynxc7RZ5KhD5qJvGCUj0kk8xzOsOSnDkDhMI15rH-M_vjQqe1mzJlENni_S8DYNdx0NwJVnBM24KtlCOPOEYrdPpzjd8YpIA/s1600/HPIM6301.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1510" data-original-width="1600" height="302" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjWghgDBXIktcgjj3H0NwEqNwhnoTRQ_dPOKJ043dsobDkkwwMjjyOsBJ2E5n_RfyLgT2ZPnmFXwrp7piU2fWZ6vW8yfynxc7RZ5KhD5qJvGCUj0kk8xzOsOSnDkDhMI15rH-M_vjQqe1mzJlENni_S8DYNdx0NwJVnBM24KtlCOPOEYrdPpzjd8YpIA/s320/HPIM6301.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1dG4bWv4A9ABsVh1FBTowTIr91r4MNL5yPmmFr2nR3DBKaqEXw2T8gVP0m204CZJAxa_hZf3kt8qdxpLzZ4FY3g3a5MVEcxQrQ7uSYtT-KVFbS8sDU33pSKqjKe6rxczfiNWuVZxWOoX03JSH0lQkCow10z0JXVlah7mhsB2cv4mT6h1UVCUNE9NKPA/s1600/HPIM6303.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1505" data-original-width="1600" height="301" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1dG4bWv4A9ABsVh1FBTowTIr91r4MNL5yPmmFr2nR3DBKaqEXw2T8gVP0m204CZJAxa_hZf3kt8qdxpLzZ4FY3g3a5MVEcxQrQ7uSYtT-KVFbS8sDU33pSKqjKe6rxczfiNWuVZxWOoX03JSH0lQkCow10z0JXVlah7mhsB2cv4mT6h1UVCUNE9NKPA/s320/HPIM6303.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">11. Also Late Edwardian Era, a camisole and drawers and corset, patterns by Truly Victorian.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSRHfBvKl6YEiGKhKrefxsc8w-7264NPfcoSD3ERHvGN-NOhttxYTa_24-VzAGitFssuCH4wSV4u5Ddl2ZWE6GSqeEe8z5Jd2h9d8eyjdYWZz_f3tWaDnCnNRf6IJVR1twfBnadDOz_lhsZBmbv_1rXTErc372AigAAoS-GSsrZIljQGhwKM5r5Ikxdg/s1600/HPIM5408.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="590" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSRHfBvKl6YEiGKhKrefxsc8w-7264NPfcoSD3ERHvGN-NOhttxYTa_24-VzAGitFssuCH4wSV4u5Ddl2ZWE6GSqeEe8z5Jd2h9d8eyjdYWZz_f3tWaDnCnNRf6IJVR1twfBnadDOz_lhsZBmbv_1rXTErc372AigAAoS-GSsrZIljQGhwKM5r5Ikxdg/s320/HPIM5408.JPG" width="118" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiusTTdfEbUUpy-Y1XAQvE1FzwumnMIEQNiZjg7-CualKwledkpEJaRqZDpegGOavS1I4RocVTvV4TBX22rHFnu6d3vOSEuYZhoJCNGTItJEH9c6-mB9sksh1aeRC_UhJX-02hekMgUTr8fUP2uVLp5eILEZHAkYDCt5niTkl62gCb87BBSPE30Ppw0vg/s1600/HPIM5450.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="944" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiusTTdfEbUUpy-Y1XAQvE1FzwumnMIEQNiZjg7-CualKwledkpEJaRqZDpegGOavS1I4RocVTvV4TBX22rHFnu6d3vOSEuYZhoJCNGTItJEH9c6-mB9sksh1aeRC_UhJX-02hekMgUTr8fUP2uVLp5eILEZHAkYDCt5niTkl62gCb87BBSPE30Ppw0vg/s320/HPIM5450.JPG" width="189" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSr6aY8R6625mCdKuBBfSbDVvidjZsAlVI4KdPKptOXmDor0-IX26wJ1deS2YzbhS976g8WVtpxFXKRoBVDIwFNHAu7N2jupEOKm2G_cVKV1v8Pq972wUtaAb2nh_vaiql0KyXExozUdQQ3mbZ7mZ8_LCgubNu0lSexdtp72O_jqryhaIcFIKTzO8vPg/s1600/HPIM5451.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="943" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSr6aY8R6625mCdKuBBfSbDVvidjZsAlVI4KdPKptOXmDor0-IX26wJ1deS2YzbhS976g8WVtpxFXKRoBVDIwFNHAu7N2jupEOKm2G_cVKV1v8Pq972wUtaAb2nh_vaiql0KyXExozUdQQ3mbZ7mZ8_LCgubNu0lSexdtp72O_jqryhaIcFIKTzO8vPg/s320/HPIM5451.JPG" width="189" /></a></div><div><br /></div>12. To create the silhouette of the 1920s I used a brassiere and bloomers pattern by Bazaar Patterns, a corset from a pattern by Reconstructing History, and draped slip by Depew Patterns.<div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV6k1JJSb2k3Z03TmKPPLSZAwzgUOSIAEu3b4Kj8EiVfOt6Dd5d_hy4qFDfoDrMR5dGNtKP_LhsHNMBvykpk2zLSSXtueObaF-_ZGCrFLFp_w3EZXbKNXn3-6Q5OurQyplytLpYqcmgEcd-zsyiu7VMlPe94DS_HYNUEBoWbNprFHWSGN7LsDSNNb2wA/s1600/HPIM9960.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="859" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV6k1JJSb2k3Z03TmKPPLSZAwzgUOSIAEu3b4Kj8EiVfOt6Dd5d_hy4qFDfoDrMR5dGNtKP_LhsHNMBvykpk2zLSSXtueObaF-_ZGCrFLFp_w3EZXbKNXn3-6Q5OurQyplytLpYqcmgEcd-zsyiu7VMlPe94DS_HYNUEBoWbNprFHWSGN7LsDSNNb2wA/s320/HPIM9960.JPG" width="172" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhz4oboUtRHSoYtm_aTGtk_jM5V_nre4UjyEMMeAR0-aI7rYDYAFKOfbcB6HLqRLBpGm88XZOPAZQhtoFRJHkSTeMbW7glcHVxdGVS-3htqMqvcjkVPrMEsSpreJEzg5uGejmjou8KfF3soX5EBNIUK-ZMCG4T-qm9aVVO-qt-KreaElT49znlBi7YSw/s1600/HPIM1119.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1062" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhz4oboUtRHSoYtm_aTGtk_jM5V_nre4UjyEMMeAR0-aI7rYDYAFKOfbcB6HLqRLBpGm88XZOPAZQhtoFRJHkSTeMbW7glcHVxdGVS-3htqMqvcjkVPrMEsSpreJEzg5uGejmjou8KfF3soX5EBNIUK-ZMCG4T-qm9aVVO-qt-KreaElT49znlBi7YSw/s320/HPIM1119.JPG" width="212" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFYK8E10YMyby4XhIlScfP7JwrfkDqXJHgVSaKRIMK-ZovqXH6UrOBg-jHgHS2_nXtqoCRKXFPaBlklw51xoPyfWZJ_TVmOoZRW8YtpgJU0uWVbNQmkatNB2HD70iuFI1d1UWrOI_tLbbNeqqzKTtXkne68pPvsiINKiQJeHyFSrwjjgmG0prHnzozyA/s1600/HPIM1111.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="758" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFYK8E10YMyby4XhIlScfP7JwrfkDqXJHgVSaKRIMK-ZovqXH6UrOBg-jHgHS2_nXtqoCRKXFPaBlklw51xoPyfWZJ_TVmOoZRW8YtpgJU0uWVbNQmkatNB2HD70iuFI1d1UWrOI_tLbbNeqqzKTtXkne68pPvsiINKiQJeHyFSrwjjgmG0prHnzozyA/s320/HPIM1111.JPG" width="152" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixdNXtBp7ipKxbl-3Jcr5lAJ8cplTm4zFQxAK1uqY2vrQ-xSczU1cyuZlDCAlzCXg9AnzwKidjYSuyW_u7kzfJa3MbsgH4MhpwqniBD4L6SZfnSrjHcWw110z8oX5az25YTvu56fx2QxmTBoJi_NuuKOPzGWzIfSq_cCbu5OwwEnur17maH8gn6fKXRA/s1600/HPIM1220.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="951" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixdNXtBp7ipKxbl-3Jcr5lAJ8cplTm4zFQxAK1uqY2vrQ-xSczU1cyuZlDCAlzCXg9AnzwKidjYSuyW_u7kzfJa3MbsgH4MhpwqniBD4L6SZfnSrjHcWw110z8oX5az25YTvu56fx2QxmTBoJi_NuuKOPzGWzIfSq_cCbu5OwwEnur17maH8gn6fKXRA/s320/HPIM1220.JPG" width="190" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-gxxW2n12gIKrqKraTODl_KL0zE7zZK6OF2pCKQ2EK73JOyBHeoRT7Ug3-ts5rlFA23aCv7suwjKvLmA1vnnjwWcFq3_ypXWKmF5VbucgI86NetQw4x4FvKIjgwQ2lt0gT2Vr8TT8N9j1r1fDwmX_iFTh1f430mZdM0zezwjHRa4PhkabCzOXYVNvYg/s1600/HPIM1221.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1198" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-gxxW2n12gIKrqKraTODl_KL0zE7zZK6OF2pCKQ2EK73JOyBHeoRT7Ug3-ts5rlFA23aCv7suwjKvLmA1vnnjwWcFq3_ypXWKmF5VbucgI86NetQw4x4FvKIjgwQ2lt0gT2Vr8TT8N9j1r1fDwmX_iFTh1f430mZdM0zezwjHRa4PhkabCzOXYVNvYg/s320/HPIM1221.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>1930s Underthings</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">After sewing those foundations you can well imagine what a treat it was for me to begin my research of 1930s foundations and discover such simplicity. "Everyday Fashions of the Thirties as Pictured in Sears Catalogs" edited by Stella Blum was my beginning for this research. The foundation garments seem to try to create the impression of a perfect, nude body under the clothing. 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Although the 1930s wardrobe I've planned is primarily black and white with pops of red, I have some small amounts of colored fabrics that are perfect for use with the patterns. White and black rayon, a black and white patterned rayon remnant, a peach patterned silk crepe de chine, and a bit of blue china silk left over from the Edwardian butterfly underthings I shared earlier in this post.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2BDTAWsDOtNwA7pHdwRlyIJTv-pmDF4kt8imdTVdr2XEu-dTBrUTEdeJUdjpevXlW9hp-x4zMq_fSpNOOFvtfYDz9c9f5T1z2eDcYBUjGkZOFvRpBv-05DsaRz_dVAAg9zwYbTcUpDnkDCWGXHzZbgGTxksWmffIYTZ1E2ofRzGc95_GqdiddrHqkHA/s1440/295706681_10229558559365254_7525349835793087026_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1440" data-original-width="1440" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2BDTAWsDOtNwA7pHdwRlyIJTv-pmDF4kt8imdTVdr2XEu-dTBrUTEdeJUdjpevXlW9hp-x4zMq_fSpNOOFvtfYDz9c9f5T1z2eDcYBUjGkZOFvRpBv-05DsaRz_dVAAg9zwYbTcUpDnkDCWGXHzZbgGTxksWmffIYTZ1E2ofRzGc95_GqdiddrHqkHA/s320/295706681_10229558559365254_7525349835793087026_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I'll be sharing the making of the 1930s foundations in three separate blog posts and videos. The first will be the 1930s bras and tap pants, the second will be slips, and the third will be a 1930s Corset Garter Belt and Kestos Garter Belt, and a surprise.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>1930s Bra and Tap Pants - White</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The first pattern I'll be using is by Mrs Depew Vintage on Etsy, #2023 1930s Bra and Tap Pants. I've downloaded and printed and assembled the pattern and instructions.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgda3luVxZxSpQQTv730sjuYMPsDFwH8wGlHfvlk3gqqRRjzOJ7XPtDS7OSKCaC9DDsGI-IQZr9N88qKvKgdxaWOF6BHJ1I2bWKAF2An8Ly5t__AJQaKfqKk02owDcg4CcVeZrrTAAykOWGbg8Cst8dU8oyMTixTV4nQ4ZiNoLUvXnBprVu9rS1_PWegg/s1440/296103501_10229558554245126_7284591545014681934_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1440" data-original-width="1440" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgda3luVxZxSpQQTv730sjuYMPsDFwH8wGlHfvlk3gqqRRjzOJ7XPtDS7OSKCaC9DDsGI-IQZr9N88qKvKgdxaWOF6BHJ1I2bWKAF2An8Ly5t__AJQaKfqKk02owDcg4CcVeZrrTAAykOWGbg8Cst8dU8oyMTixTV4nQ4ZiNoLUvXnBprVu9rS1_PWegg/s320/296103501_10229558554245126_7284591545014681934_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdkSrbucwepfW6DzlqwVrjA-52Tk9LQI7OjhYFHg0NobQpiWfLH5z1ZUmzsRiBbjTLhz4LzWixv1N3F93gegjr1MN18m_zSE8R5yokI97-tT5kO51CDccVg8uOt8WI3duXNk0XrX45o9sn-nQMpCagRlDEANBom65UzT1PEXZosGXYkTd7jttc44sDzw/s2048/334547105_738878761030952_2906258937902809557_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdkSrbucwepfW6DzlqwVrjA-52Tk9LQI7OjhYFHg0NobQpiWfLH5z1ZUmzsRiBbjTLhz4LzWixv1N3F93gegjr1MN18m_zSE8R5yokI97-tT5kO51CDccVg8uOt8WI3duXNk0XrX45o9sn-nQMpCagRlDEANBom65UzT1PEXZosGXYkTd7jttc44sDzw/s320/334547105_738878761030952_2906258937902809557_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I'll begin with the tap pants in the white rayon following the pattern from Style 1, without lace. The pattern pieces are a front, back, and two-piece crotch.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZLclVdORAdFzXu7W8UrMfSLLe_H4aWQYKly3lKRfNBkId675sabSqpTOFgQChVGA4ab_odn9g3kUA8yLjHyS88kvOOgUwIg8OiImgqPHN9WiPccdeSkbkOs0Z327g-vVSrRGhkf9ghlm56hUw7nZXlNigGrYYGd4FOvYx4oJDjNVXgoqv3E5H5liX9w/s2048/340418005_899857664605313_1899021822872156139_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZLclVdORAdFzXu7W8UrMfSLLe_H4aWQYKly3lKRfNBkId675sabSqpTOFgQChVGA4ab_odn9g3kUA8yLjHyS88kvOOgUwIg8OiImgqPHN9WiPccdeSkbkOs0Z327g-vVSrRGhkf9ghlm56hUw7nZXlNigGrYYGd4FOvYx4oJDjNVXgoqv3E5H5liX9w/s320/340418005_899857664605313_1899021822872156139_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The front and back are joined leaving the left side open for the placket. I've used a French seam by sewing the wrong sides together with a 1/4" seam, trimming to 1/8", pressed and turned right sides together, and sewn with another 1/4" seam matching the 1/2" seam allowance allowed in the pattern.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8VNZSt_Sqk4QIbw1Y087WPUrB6ICgRKu5-RIkSrt6ZZ-RC7nMQWbzQPW8hv0HP8hwRRZqWV1B87-SG7sVB-69ofSh_THA4AsTzBWtfFL1qfPGfl7sR02Vyw4R5bNCNvRH1ciAwOWR5zR6s5isqLjpvKHsjQrw65wKpuLGkjFjalnN35gdO9TMNF24JA/s2048/344196278_995453524958045_2976047963549363174_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8VNZSt_Sqk4QIbw1Y087WPUrB6ICgRKu5-RIkSrt6ZZ-RC7nMQWbzQPW8hv0HP8hwRRZqWV1B87-SG7sVB-69ofSh_THA4AsTzBWtfFL1qfPGfl7sR02Vyw4R5bNCNvRH1ciAwOWR5zR6s5isqLjpvKHsjQrw65wKpuLGkjFjalnN35gdO9TMNF24JA/s320/344196278_995453524958045_2976047963549363174_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqKEYUpvLYYKabHDTSWj6ah4YjGcS_WANG9I0RXxO6ydoCoR4B8oQ5TzQ_NXtzwkNL_4Ye91HgUO0UzGAqg2o96fVkMjbySUnlZcETWYpXx0z1T2DJ7WOp4SbwpRcLjBcJiCglfHYGHb7yaWduApTU_GCkZHP3epE4dlxze1-ClkTNy1Z8sGhE8VE6zw/s2048/343937808_765126561663494_5498166653706003495_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqKEYUpvLYYKabHDTSWj6ah4YjGcS_WANG9I0RXxO6ydoCoR4B8oQ5TzQ_NXtzwkNL_4Ye91HgUO0UzGAqg2o96fVkMjbySUnlZcETWYpXx0z1T2DJ7WOp4SbwpRcLjBcJiCglfHYGHb7yaWduApTU_GCkZHP3epE4dlxze1-ClkTNy1Z8sGhE8VE6zw/s320/343937808_765126561663494_5498166653706003495_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihAJI2bgER_8j6SGSh6lGXjBBLEWmWissI_G0YCwNws_qMMjKKrM2zPZAbaiAl_wY6hGwIifw1wiljVp0LcflQNw24CZWpEWw_3hehAJOL-sj5TEWMVR1jBsk7SvEsIFkhNwhg3KnBhWn75c-0L_t6EO3LbcYnds4kJK1WF_ri2RNEqmbYMvo2Qhvqeg/s2048/343940982_782879673439197_1042858791916867902_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihAJI2bgER_8j6SGSh6lGXjBBLEWmWissI_G0YCwNws_qMMjKKrM2zPZAbaiAl_wY6hGwIifw1wiljVp0LcflQNw24CZWpEWw_3hehAJOL-sj5TEWMVR1jBsk7SvEsIFkhNwhg3KnBhWn75c-0L_t6EO3LbcYnds4kJK1WF_ri2RNEqmbYMvo2Qhvqeg/s320/343940982_782879673439197_1042858791916867902_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEingsBUtr3nqEOgT29GPLqQ9PzHCTK3zOQYTCwFAGzjzO-pMP6DwEhZlBCbKv2dvOaGV-gnan5h7hP9rpGFdMkXdRXb5e9l1NMpL9lR0M1aLmkyLoX9HvOLUspAX8hl58p1S-RzUhvnrgakTXB2vyAlarJB76GISjDrJbGjtud3bbVt8545B5ldHeqeKg/s2048/344085876_956665875371710_2347132765677198365_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEingsBUtr3nqEOgT29GPLqQ9PzHCTK3zOQYTCwFAGzjzO-pMP6DwEhZlBCbKv2dvOaGV-gnan5h7hP9rpGFdMkXdRXb5e9l1NMpL9lR0M1aLmkyLoX9HvOLUspAX8hl58p1S-RzUhvnrgakTXB2vyAlarJB76GISjDrJbGjtud3bbVt8545B5ldHeqeKg/s320/344085876_956665875371710_2347132765677198365_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHW_a_iHpZ7Vlw72WImGqVnsmj4Cn7dURCKt45Dn8HJ7MmwzTui1moeRpFq_X_2mUNoWu9hlkfSDcQEeyPjZf9iZsP5MA-cvQfzjLGyHat-_Z_t7WuDwxqQ0bZh1j_b6U4y6nEIskHB0xp6Qkr0nmlOmvRciB4UX8S1S1a9h4dj6eeSq7jQ3WSr8dnBQ/s2048/344255669_785610549473902_4366233126316556348_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHW_a_iHpZ7Vlw72WImGqVnsmj4Cn7dURCKt45Dn8HJ7MmwzTui1moeRpFq_X_2mUNoWu9hlkfSDcQEeyPjZf9iZsP5MA-cvQfzjLGyHat-_Z_t7WuDwxqQ0bZh1j_b6U4y6nEIskHB0xp6Qkr0nmlOmvRciB4UX8S1S1a9h4dj6eeSq7jQ3WSr8dnBQ/s320/344255669_785610549473902_4366233126316556348_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Both the front and back pattern pieces have markings at the lower center. While it may appear to be a dart, it is actually where the crotch is sewn. A line is stitched up one side of the marking and down the other for reinforcement and then slashed between the stitching.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtjrBzev3VARdm_F1cZ7tXYgeYNALP3Teqf_xQ2k9MuW8PF_JVjWDRzcZ13J5StI-lKhdUXonqIlzxUQrnK8uWxSMYUVhTFVjRVfqrvxdPpxOgTOTgcZ1PAHJwsv0vu9sF2xxxXzeU-MdPR8-schVlXDhGG79G8yK9SNM5t4HdT3lMlyACccoz1D8bvA/s2048/344050636_257956630040671_1970410479934345720_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtjrBzev3VARdm_F1cZ7tXYgeYNALP3Teqf_xQ2k9MuW8PF_JVjWDRzcZ13J5StI-lKhdUXonqIlzxUQrnK8uWxSMYUVhTFVjRVfqrvxdPpxOgTOTgcZ1PAHJwsv0vu9sF2xxxXzeU-MdPR8-schVlXDhGG79G8yK9SNM5t4HdT3lMlyACccoz1D8bvA/s320/344050636_257956630040671_1970410479934345720_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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It was unused because of some discoloration but perfect for this project. I create the finish for the back edge of the opening.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJokIhU8Z7oKFPLsTSAnEMRY_tmDDKPkd4p_-bpGiJlzdv5BRbuokMj3adQTiaFq1RsQFe9ynGhjoCYIqXFKFRC-k3-h6E8j4Gu63qAnnl5zLHCb3ZG6J1yEE93wcaP22LrdNPHVZGqslqjoyvYnI0W4y3nDtp4plb0yfR6p-aWB8c7Ce5MFiGz8jg0g/s2048/343982477_540599014817569_9163462195526880329_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJokIhU8Z7oKFPLsTSAnEMRY_tmDDKPkd4p_-bpGiJlzdv5BRbuokMj3adQTiaFq1RsQFe9ynGhjoCYIqXFKFRC-k3-h6E8j4Gu63qAnnl5zLHCb3ZG6J1yEE93wcaP22LrdNPHVZGqslqjoyvYnI0W4y3nDtp4plb0yfR6p-aWB8c7Ce5MFiGz8jg0g/s320/343982477_540599014817569_9163462195526880329_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpdxkOOeZrlULn_0WOg_9tX6VdMEUTPliySCExAaUgRtrr0_PwbyOSB-ZfgJBuqlN65gtkn0vOblTykkUjKnGICCbmO8WtCBU9XvpDE0c44B4VvMm1RcsE-t9Olvn7meGV7_UAyi6h-JSQuWVGJRhxMe71kHXUHtMccTjpRKXfdANhvLWia7Y0GDsL7Q/s2048/344031576_651638200040518_4950709840492706397_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpdxkOOeZrlULn_0WOg_9tX6VdMEUTPliySCExAaUgRtrr0_PwbyOSB-ZfgJBuqlN65gtkn0vOblTykkUjKnGICCbmO8WtCBU9XvpDE0c44B4VvMm1RcsE-t9Olvn7meGV7_UAyi6h-JSQuWVGJRhxMe71kHXUHtMccTjpRKXfdANhvLWia7Y0GDsL7Q/s320/344031576_651638200040518_4950709840492706397_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Then I create the finish for the front edge of the opening. The pattern instructions are very clear with great illustrations for creating the placket.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiB-WX1cobAmRaD4_QCkwbf6dVORIsW6D8Hn-dO6Y8FN_N7UDlsT8SfxPb23hI6fdpE4Z6Xgu8HViYNeFUjdvlK9ZDAgcPxW9Ys9oP-wtbct2DIsMWsQCxPU-txMCyhF6a8Ka2actkaqv4YwIIXHfQB0fz2U85d40uqlLr1G1hFa-FyraTXov2ZSWxyWg/s2048/344353007_610398787814060_636728621927413022_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiB-WX1cobAmRaD4_QCkwbf6dVORIsW6D8Hn-dO6Y8FN_N7UDlsT8SfxPb23hI6fdpE4Z6Xgu8HViYNeFUjdvlK9ZDAgcPxW9Ys9oP-wtbct2DIsMWsQCxPU-txMCyhF6a8Ka2actkaqv4YwIIXHfQB0fz2U85d40uqlLr1G1hFa-FyraTXov2ZSWxyWg/s320/344353007_610398787814060_636728621927413022_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The upper edge is finished with the same wide bias tape sewn to the waist, pressed, turned, a lower seam allowance pressed at the lower edge of the bias tape and hand stitched to the tap pants body at the lower edge of the tape.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWWVf5J2xzWxMJwvDoMfRHU0goa-2ySB3SZcsYrMuNbYI6N2SMGBUUNIWHxzrEsueNtbjZBxx_yfP0-SuaeroUNYyZ3ky5kFJvZ8bNJzjEgZmhvL72gQdsxDMWlDI5KWGeR2Wo7OnqGoNdA4qc8J9A9w2LN9iy8f2nEUElhQ9PktvuzHy4Re3JgnKacA/s2048/344379831_258715643304261_9052472462147185181_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWWVf5J2xzWxMJwvDoMfRHU0goa-2ySB3SZcsYrMuNbYI6N2SMGBUUNIWHxzrEsueNtbjZBxx_yfP0-SuaeroUNYyZ3ky5kFJvZ8bNJzjEgZmhvL72gQdsxDMWlDI5KWGeR2Wo7OnqGoNdA4qc8J9A9w2LN9iy8f2nEUElhQ9PktvuzHy4Re3JgnKacA/s320/344379831_258715643304261_9052472462147185181_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Then a top-stitch is sewn along the upper edge.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZ2gvuL28LRHNvoTaWQ4h0CMw01CH-WRQC1tV7TNEvN2PLklEMu2t_hPA6FTaf3dHVlHxz97nuMxbN6QNSZiQ-3hZQVm2qiJwIIQB5asG-KigSitmaSbFGjHWCd7cWqb_Errib3wmomvxXmTNW8nRfwUQsLWVLs9dG9gxIVdPmX0XBxGR12tq7NJh7pQ/s2048/343936467_917848366141723_5295839771463283107_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZ2gvuL28LRHNvoTaWQ4h0CMw01CH-WRQC1tV7TNEvN2PLklEMu2t_hPA6FTaf3dHVlHxz97nuMxbN6QNSZiQ-3hZQVm2qiJwIIQB5asG-KigSitmaSbFGjHWCd7cWqb_Errib3wmomvxXmTNW8nRfwUQsLWVLs9dG9gxIVdPmX0XBxGR12tq7NJh7pQ/w320-h180/343936467_917848366141723_5295839771463283107_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The instructions recommend a bias facing on the lower edges but I choose to make a narrow machine-stitched hem.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg414LhpwYJWxuH4LUHePmkF4gxNv6_6Lp5k3Og6lD8LjH44wN1evZU29zr8pV3NyuwIbrzbneT2SUcs0OMgRzsNrBmmVYsm85S7yO0P18qphTPRws7nVgVY9soPLSeLwZW4MBRQ1ZGsrci41d0aVXUKY1IWsQbzlfYKO9iddJ9z5RdiNNmrZZKQFlj6Q/s2048/343939591_756398935938560_9205754637546777251_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg414LhpwYJWxuH4LUHePmkF4gxNv6_6Lp5k3Og6lD8LjH44wN1evZU29zr8pV3NyuwIbrzbneT2SUcs0OMgRzsNrBmmVYsm85S7yO0P18qphTPRws7nVgVY9soPLSeLwZW4MBRQ1ZGsrci41d0aVXUKY1IWsQbzlfYKO9iddJ9z5RdiNNmrZZKQFlj6Q/s320/343939591_756398935938560_9205754637546777251_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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The tap pants sit a bit askew on Vickie, the dressform, since she has pole right through her middle, but I'm very happy with these and this pattern!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiH6kjbLxvzqa-0RGF9JXBCFjAVAb8cdRXvifSFJCdOp0ciUWWNEzFySR1EzSo-EA3_nnOOYjnZKNaWcFMwNj5LxOhX9Jd95JRM42tlBeaG7RiwRsLzbULWC22cVjG_HAOtFwsHXLo1sD4mRSifV-0pojvs9v_z1YDej3qgV5vrqjhEIRs0Cnc5fysWgw/s2048/346620542_619439623189272_7583751068913064710_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiH6kjbLxvzqa-0RGF9JXBCFjAVAb8cdRXvifSFJCdOp0ciUWWNEzFySR1EzSo-EA3_nnOOYjnZKNaWcFMwNj5LxOhX9Jd95JRM42tlBeaG7RiwRsLzbULWC22cVjG_HAOtFwsHXLo1sD4mRSifV-0pojvs9v_z1YDej3qgV5vrqjhEIRs0Cnc5fysWgw/s320/346620542_619439623189272_7583751068913064710_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwE6xMIoUMOXM9knaQjILGzHAwXSf7AGg4bFSQkW96NPxgY38iit562suZJAyAmPTlXLfHyPV4ALuSzTRNOaluSYQ6dmY7eEgoULZ_-eDgVT_Ed7lC2c07mOzSfkvFH8VOmpICUJLiuwd06iJ4bj6JBlo4z-k5Bo2h0FlPhRF60_wI9hRsktAqA7mi5w/s2048/347002232_1478030089607054_1337926290560954757_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwE6xMIoUMOXM9knaQjILGzHAwXSf7AGg4bFSQkW96NPxgY38iit562suZJAyAmPTlXLfHyPV4ALuSzTRNOaluSYQ6dmY7eEgoULZ_-eDgVT_Ed7lC2c07mOzSfkvFH8VOmpICUJLiuwd06iJ4bj6JBlo4z-k5Bo2h0FlPhRF60_wI9hRsktAqA7mi5w/s320/347002232_1478030089607054_1337926290560954757_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The pattern for the 1930s brassiere consists of four pieces; upper front, lower front, back, and shoulder strap. There is also an elastic guide. All pieces are cut for Style II which is for lace, net, or sheer fabrics, and has a lining from the same pieces.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFyq3WmSNOlLVM2vlzRVMO9ikSc_VLJ4mvmfZ9jHC5Ya93dkkwGYk-elP8VycsdhKSiGCr4ameKWCMqEmvbYrGz6KLRlz3eThHCkdqSuPb612qZ8OiqM5JSOzAVsbhC9enax694dpynmzUj93egazE-cKCRE0fhHVk3gAbKAcFeFe58_4RrjZL7d7g1g/s2048/340770278_812454480321446_1820889324792757594_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFyq3WmSNOlLVM2vlzRVMO9ikSc_VLJ4mvmfZ9jHC5Ya93dkkwGYk-elP8VycsdhKSiGCr4ameKWCMqEmvbYrGz6KLRlz3eThHCkdqSuPb612qZ8OiqM5JSOzAVsbhC9enax694dpynmzUj93egazE-cKCRE0fhHVk3gAbKAcFeFe58_4RrjZL7d7g1g/s320/340770278_812454480321446_1820889324792757594_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHlxcZPWWbjqI4rF0VfxifA4gHYMkOJalcF_ckPAGtC8b-SbAqIXHrhoo7xY0qTH3-TdOv2zqynUtlfH7TeOGh-vY2LAV8Z28f7Ey8c0e3nfAn8PXUUnRc9nXCETFX_-PZfveMtlgYQQJjc1_lkjQBlzh5HAW-xVTMYw7UEM0rYBqKTZRZwAxWb8j7QQ/s2048/346663287_1631832410574057_3355341234826359544_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHlxcZPWWbjqI4rF0VfxifA4gHYMkOJalcF_ckPAGtC8b-SbAqIXHrhoo7xY0qTH3-TdOv2zqynUtlfH7TeOGh-vY2LAV8Z28f7Ey8c0e3nfAn8PXUUnRc9nXCETFX_-PZfveMtlgYQQJjc1_lkjQBlzh5HAW-xVTMYw7UEM0rYBqKTZRZwAxWb8j7QQ/s320/346663287_1631832410574057_3355341234826359544_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I've marked the darts on the inside of the upper front pieces with a Frixion heat-erasable pen and sew the darts in both the exterior and lining pieces. The darts are pressed.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigy9xlRNykS4iSNuHyE_tcwnai84NcS97RFz3NJIsEygKzz1LjXTnva5-mCTCErU9g-e9vWJN8gjQ9o0CnHIRZ9hXARIa-NwZhqyJx1qH74SXG_rr78rdu487UMtiekO5965dYMJUtIgkPVQq4y67NXfoYcwaNRIiQLr3F8vgtuOeTd8WXhrloXro4Qg/s414/346629758_925488442002763_5990420115008370849_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="414" data-original-width="414" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigy9xlRNykS4iSNuHyE_tcwnai84NcS97RFz3NJIsEygKzz1LjXTnva5-mCTCErU9g-e9vWJN8gjQ9o0CnHIRZ9hXARIa-NwZhqyJx1qH74SXG_rr78rdu487UMtiekO5965dYMJUtIgkPVQq4y67NXfoYcwaNRIiQLr3F8vgtuOeTd8WXhrloXro4Qg/s320/346629758_925488442002763_5990420115008370849_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5Vhoe5_XjnDB5erFEFO-gZ8Vyxg5JD6-UXwk2mkEgQ3sTlM-ykvh9O3Y6TpQmU38j-43WKqqLi7X10JxbJcdctlbSVk2wqg6gT74p_267R9mSBgxw6QFDyagDWldMyanYKN2pBZaZo5I8MzGTDP4KerIro-i01ne4J-CK7xyP1bIpHvhw0uXFCLIWfg/s2048/346488844_265327139194167_6722862939946724713_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: left;">The upper and lower fronts are sewn together and pressed for both exterior and lining.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeD2HsgZcgoCHDN30Rqstw1TlIynCzpP1CyjU5vuw5DGZ1wr7s4FqFRwTpzJuyvZFxl6ycoH7xLxEex17eJ7FXGJEAokg_dSOERkdZUY9JxDnEhZOBKX4lvlHG8h5MqRHX1Pm6-F9-3XuRmnAybgp0rEDBdsTB2yxDAESbVBFAmGmWuFJSmRo3QWEcCQ/s2048/346623092_947279889850939_8792998705225234125_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeD2HsgZcgoCHDN30Rqstw1TlIynCzpP1CyjU5vuw5DGZ1wr7s4FqFRwTpzJuyvZFxl6ycoH7xLxEex17eJ7FXGJEAokg_dSOERkdZUY9JxDnEhZOBKX4lvlHG8h5MqRHX1Pm6-F9-3XuRmnAybgp0rEDBdsTB2yxDAESbVBFAmGmWuFJSmRo3QWEcCQ/s320/346623092_947279889850939_8792998705225234125_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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color: #0000ee; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The center seams are sewn and pressed.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTA3Uz2QvWGeM3VhRrIr69moMDlOEAbOvWXeHCh8uYt9MT327z9r9kf4pyzTubCgsjYdyRiJmv0JDqcDG57--yrYIpMexpLSb4t25N-53Buj7QtVp1TLo5LdnJgBoJN4ojtwu7SgPSy9mFql6lvOfW_Ag58EdXjGhbaXafjtShbpLm0PeI40KWeHxKLQ/s2048/346289692_200506992836189_6101669173016706653_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTA3Uz2QvWGeM3VhRrIr69moMDlOEAbOvWXeHCh8uYt9MT327z9r9kf4pyzTubCgsjYdyRiJmv0JDqcDG57--yrYIpMexpLSb4t25N-53Buj7QtVp1TLo5LdnJgBoJN4ojtwu7SgPSy9mFql6lvOfW_Ag58EdXjGhbaXafjtShbpLm0PeI40KWeHxKLQ/s320/346289692_200506992836189_6101669173016706653_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The back pieces are added and the seam pressed open.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiu62Kp_73MjNNbJAUZ-nbOT863XbMC8rjugkzcfL5UvceO2IQQSLpkR2Q2XrvWlZCPgEoJa8-t5UgDg9T1QdJGsjxjXuGsNedxBPoTHS-Ule7eEXYlov5R-DyqYQetOAawq1lDveGnVHwgi62xURXqtABhC17Umj66v8AKl1YCCIZqnTmT7fg02OodBg/s2048/346496662_647348687213091_4015353401946922417_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiu62Kp_73MjNNbJAUZ-nbOT863XbMC8rjugkzcfL5UvceO2IQQSLpkR2Q2XrvWlZCPgEoJa8-t5UgDg9T1QdJGsjxjXuGsNedxBPoTHS-Ule7eEXYlov5R-DyqYQetOAawq1lDveGnVHwgi62xURXqtABhC17Umj66v8AKl1YCCIZqnTmT7fg02OodBg/s320/346496662_647348687213091_4015353401946922417_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Two pieces of 1/2" elastic are cut to 18-1/2". This is also Style II which crosses in the back and wraps around to the front. The elastic is positioned at both center back edges of the exterior and basted in place.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8qjCkuSi0D3Tb2THcR-n4G6r-3c3niPjUYWkkZSGcjBMOVcXCNjl-qPsLn3Ur5afNCzNAsgNGuRGdRfU9HuId0xMvHUf0ysIJQo0q4NrNbpmam7Fgl-awZ-lKBbsEmbn4ZvlydoVXNgHwFideaykgvuzccZmSOtC6A657x-ueXlMbZskb6WPERu9KvQ/s2048/346631251_630358668972968_2922767475151900610_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8qjCkuSi0D3Tb2THcR-n4G6r-3c3niPjUYWkkZSGcjBMOVcXCNjl-qPsLn3Ur5afNCzNAsgNGuRGdRfU9HuId0xMvHUf0ysIJQo0q4NrNbpmam7Fgl-awZ-lKBbsEmbn4ZvlydoVXNgHwFideaykgvuzccZmSOtC6A657x-ueXlMbZskb6WPERu9KvQ/s320/346631251_630358668972968_2922767475151900610_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The exterior and lining are positioned right sides together sandwiching the elastic inside. The two layers are then sewn together all the way around leaving an opening for the bra to be turned right side out. The bra is pressed and the opening stitched closed by hand.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8nNkTs-CyMNS-K7hCt6BwZ2714Z01SHaF3pQu3qnlx-1_-jDSQ_YoytfrKti8SSoS8T90XaYV-5cCBxZ1_qO-SuQ7w4B93NpZgoKyXwtcFU1FPaWjN-UA60_EHhSX1pVbTx-_uHCi8XJmgKkCsqs6UmwpTecZWU1dBU9MkPioJdzu3P33V1RjO8Sx2g/s2048/346639782_283908373969276_8861153602033406254_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8nNkTs-CyMNS-K7hCt6BwZ2714Z01SHaF3pQu3qnlx-1_-jDSQ_YoytfrKti8SSoS8T90XaYV-5cCBxZ1_qO-SuQ7w4B93NpZgoKyXwtcFU1FPaWjN-UA60_EHhSX1pVbTx-_uHCi8XJmgKkCsqs6UmwpTecZWU1dBU9MkPioJdzu3P33V1RjO8Sx2g/s320/346639782_283908373969276_8861153602033406254_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYexpajRFwveo3cwrJ4z-3aIhePAx1QOf3TLqnKwByEnD6Dz1BGe293uwLJOAI18_qweYZPRnKkpMv4kdB3h-PkrrqzocuzdtSGJ348HfTExM_ufwEurc9zIbvEUp6jZQ0S3WR9gWb086JUgui9o-UHNGdLtqWYIr8tZ2gQ-mbRzsEGETmo_DJ5nUVNA/s2048/346644807_252120067315390_4125047142878840804_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYexpajRFwveo3cwrJ4z-3aIhePAx1QOf3TLqnKwByEnD6Dz1BGe293uwLJOAI18_qweYZPRnKkpMv4kdB3h-PkrrqzocuzdtSGJ348HfTExM_ufwEurc9zIbvEUp6jZQ0S3WR9gWb086JUgui9o-UHNGdLtqWYIr8tZ2gQ-mbRzsEGETmo_DJ5nUVNA/s320/346644807_252120067315390_4125047142878840804_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgN7iCLGKmqLxgpqxkAxLRH8gzQ8i7KcBghNF2YveKjqp1edfpzi3WYuLVK5f8Ruivqv9ELbA0j-E2EKz-Hv6HSPj2m4md_AtFf3mF_B_Y4cdfg35GPLwfMolff7WRRN_pAq0f8CJ7t69qaHkqYeW7wJxkwfQrq42QUeAOf07DcLqAI8VYVKk42zRBwMQ/s2048/346658503_6007838189307220_3528376801228596213_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgN7iCLGKmqLxgpqxkAxLRH8gzQ8i7KcBghNF2YveKjqp1edfpzi3WYuLVK5f8Ruivqv9ELbA0j-E2EKz-Hv6HSPj2m4md_AtFf3mF_B_Y4cdfg35GPLwfMolff7WRRN_pAq0f8CJ7t69qaHkqYeW7wJxkwfQrq42QUeAOf07DcLqAI8VYVKk42zRBwMQ/s320/346658503_6007838189307220_3528376801228596213_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQNXKTDznx7hjMdVdQiItlq1gCm6962Olb7sKrr-p6RSajcFTlKz0-nqWeE6PfDgTjXEncr-Ct5hdyGY5PKzMuSJ8GEj2PTyTxyL2Q81iem4wOsOzMxf_73DlsDPYdOVOBE4VbjAxbuE1B20Mr5VbxCrn1-3q9Uqytmm_RYz30arNW-zfAtyiLLk-Pig/s2014/346474646_1226546851565036_8568750656935684881_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="692" data-original-width="2014" height="110" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQNXKTDznx7hjMdVdQiItlq1gCm6962Olb7sKrr-p6RSajcFTlKz0-nqWeE6PfDgTjXEncr-Ct5hdyGY5PKzMuSJ8GEj2PTyTxyL2Q81iem4wOsOzMxf_73DlsDPYdOVOBE4VbjAxbuE1B20Mr5VbxCrn1-3q9Uqytmm_RYz30arNW-zfAtyiLLk-Pig/s320/346474646_1226546851565036_8568750656935684881_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtLtlUUuzV1RVGGNldl0YsPIt78K0OhetFDuR7MUPhVDXfsfLfvELR_ymZHzc2qwQHzokfamXmG8xinln1-JPLgOQNxeDYLIVuQgQvSu7YEIW2gvCsMxPqOILAmLAmI5YNCnsQQdt72UCuiCptiFsWknFAPAXtoi6WiU1JrrIkv_YC5nfRX8UxCsAsqQ/s2048/346602795_144970118461533_5365213613515367509_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtLtlUUuzV1RVGGNldl0YsPIt78K0OhetFDuR7MUPhVDXfsfLfvELR_ymZHzc2qwQHzokfamXmG8xinln1-JPLgOQNxeDYLIVuQgQvSu7YEIW2gvCsMxPqOILAmLAmI5YNCnsQQdt72UCuiCptiFsWknFAPAXtoi6WiU1JrrIkv_YC5nfRX8UxCsAsqQ/s320/346602795_144970118461533_5365213613515367509_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The straps are sewn right sides together with one end folded 1/2" to the inside. The seam is trimmed and the strap turned right side out and pressed. A 3-1/2" piece of 1/2" elastic is cut to be sewn to the end of the strap with the finished edge.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9LiMut2vwjPMg3b0Xe6fAZSCJ-PfHVWy0JanKfL0PIfqw7-XPFJkU8eUrI9oVrBIumM0t8cpbyCYEclVwoziXWUvS0jr4uNcSVXXkoF0ifDx3xn3t8hdlFZTErDnybTvKt7J4jBM1kYIX8i5bEbH-F-A4E-HeLs1xxfba_DBR6tKkn5t2eH_o7IMD8w/s2048/346790821_767584538352280_3403061801375808402_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9LiMut2vwjPMg3b0Xe6fAZSCJ-PfHVWy0JanKfL0PIfqw7-XPFJkU8eUrI9oVrBIumM0t8cpbyCYEclVwoziXWUvS0jr4uNcSVXXkoF0ifDx3xn3t8hdlFZTErDnybTvKt7J4jBM1kYIX8i5bEbH-F-A4E-HeLs1xxfba_DBR6tKkn5t2eH_o7IMD8w/s320/346790821_767584538352280_3403061801375808402_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The straps are sewn to the bra front and backs as marked on the pattern.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcPwM7OiMyL1jKHKQtojT3rmqmPkkKRz1joUsJ5aVhXaTFKeIPxJKj1rK0oHnNySNWMXVG5hN1Txm-l850fm-hf9eJtqPyynI7XxKyX6mTI_cN69TmOmmZO23DGBU3axC1KReKMZP_QMnOeW0v917MxcwEo8q60iZb2EkTDJpYxp57fSxcyMfHuGsDNg/s2048/346614770_6131653210262589_7341850893879747175_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcPwM7OiMyL1jKHKQtojT3rmqmPkkKRz1joUsJ5aVhXaTFKeIPxJKj1rK0oHnNySNWMXVG5hN1Txm-l850fm-hf9eJtqPyynI7XxKyX6mTI_cN69TmOmmZO23DGBU3axC1KReKMZP_QMnOeW0v917MxcwEo8q60iZb2EkTDJpYxp57fSxcyMfHuGsDNg/s320/346614770_6131653210262589_7341850893879747175_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The long elastic straps are finished with a hook and eye. This could be both hooks to be attached to eyes on the tap pants or a girdle.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgig1ASGxdLlpp-gDOnWcOgECU69M1CAwhGZkOwoEdY9uzAfx8Yn5Ey9XlG7R_AYPcaA4_ImGntoXd_0znRDvuQQp8O9HY1n8tzzHfQtv8neRIURyG_jFFB9B0ZGLk5ukO6PcaBFAJ5giPDh0NrDz8zZKULAiCyTzhXGD3Q95ufLL3btyBZTtXWW3SVew/s2048/346646022_775064267458901_1368338086289611873_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgig1ASGxdLlpp-gDOnWcOgECU69M1CAwhGZkOwoEdY9uzAfx8Yn5Ey9XlG7R_AYPcaA4_ImGntoXd_0znRDvuQQp8O9HY1n8tzzHfQtv8neRIURyG_jFFB9B0ZGLk5ukO6PcaBFAJ5giPDh0NrDz8zZKULAiCyTzhXGD3Q95ufLL3btyBZTtXWW3SVew/s320/346646022_775064267458901_1368338086289611873_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>1930s Bra and Tap Pants - Blue</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I love the color of this silk and it feels luscious to wear but it is like sewing cobwebs together. I used the Mrs. Depew #2023 pattern and made this bra and tap pants according to Style I. The tap pants are finished with a bias facing at the waist, and narrow machine-sewn hems. The placket closes with snaps and peach-colored buttons cover the stitching.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZt9ip53Du7OnGbvJ5CKjnDG3_2VSayKVedZqrfyDAp0gXSU-ZLZyhV47rNzYM83Cz4q_gGek_uhPnEXTmOf1j1eeiS_TfFCyknO1jg19gof9sWNKP2uLRskLcr5tdZjlnvi8W-nwPFvx4QDgvdIGOw7o6ob6gA-3lqV-4CdN3Q51kheuwZfsVfRay2Q/s2048/340178508_1174469429848646_6648047563720427840_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZt9ip53Du7OnGbvJ5CKjnDG3_2VSayKVedZqrfyDAp0gXSU-ZLZyhV47rNzYM83Cz4q_gGek_uhPnEXTmOf1j1eeiS_TfFCyknO1jg19gof9sWNKP2uLRskLcr5tdZjlnvi8W-nwPFvx4QDgvdIGOw7o6ob6gA-3lqV-4CdN3Q51kheuwZfsVfRay2Q/s320/340178508_1174469429848646_6648047563720427840_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Peach-colored satin roses sewn on each side at the hem.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixNE0I2ItRNe_fUEFUyfdxgtuJI5HRZQTXqF_fFYHCiOwDuD2SNvAV0-gV1uf7JXdXLLjQZ8IEPv9nBlmt2wAyKtpNfRmneabmrOuFMYUuiE0Yh5R5cxm1RifQriU0UxIP0calv0tEPU-icGuJ3n6MLVESZzVqiL76LgPxHCVJRJWcDPIwD2vcQLCsYg/s1572/343941005_9078274738909577_4309595955716656723_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1572" data-original-width="1486" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixNE0I2ItRNe_fUEFUyfdxgtuJI5HRZQTXqF_fFYHCiOwDuD2SNvAV0-gV1uf7JXdXLLjQZ8IEPv9nBlmt2wAyKtpNfRmneabmrOuFMYUuiE0Yh5R5cxm1RifQriU0UxIP0calv0tEPU-icGuJ3n6MLVESZzVqiL76LgPxHCVJRJWcDPIwD2vcQLCsYg/s320/343941005_9078274738909577_4309595955716656723_n.jpg" width="302" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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It is a multi-sized pattern and easily adjustable for cup size as necessary.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; color: #0000ee; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsyybYH9HfetyP36P8t8xsd3q5oyA-Ll0wBx1wzVOe6F6L6-RS2hBzPPW_Yb9cjfAWo4wcPUJn9d_VDphPmDiG_KWYc_iImiNyVda9zOpNBNP0warE2womN8DiwkTGJDHzGqYM95Y0rknIDM7RAf71gLXJMLulIWEsTkecR_xOrw26hg3YzMtLfGvzGg/s2048/344006045_536887528399164_5519683677916824364_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2020" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsyybYH9HfetyP36P8t8xsd3q5oyA-Ll0wBx1wzVOe6F6L6-RS2hBzPPW_Yb9cjfAWo4wcPUJn9d_VDphPmDiG_KWYc_iImiNyVda9zOpNBNP0warE2womN8DiwkTGJDHzGqYM95Y0rknIDM7RAf71gLXJMLulIWEsTkecR_xOrw26hg3YzMtLfGvzGg/s320/344006045_536887528399164_5519683677916824364_n.jpg" width="316" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>1930s Bra and Tap Pants - Black</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Mrs. Depew #2023 Tap Pants pattern goes together so beautifully I decide to make another pair with black rayon fabric. Instead of using a bias facing on the upper and lower edges I use a lace that folds in half and encases the unfinished edge. Sewing the lace on with a machine makes for quick finishing. Snaps are sewn into the placket for closure. 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I downloaded, printed, and assembled the pattern.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRyY11vVOhTzY6b6Lim0oXQ6D_4wOu4B0PsKrPB1xu7DEd4PuSZwWuVpxOO9v95b5kL9vjAG8-C8CEqrW9oN8Jo1RjVSaF7g6_y_wnmwiWl9fZ9gJErbCgfJZZW7Dnr1NiJD3u9gL9CvLcMeVgPjZpFMbkhV8BICzmWw33YCTy6I-tSntG6QiH4DmQEg/s2048/334533592_747382973546014_518051735582305589_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRyY11vVOhTzY6b6Lim0oXQ6D_4wOu4B0PsKrPB1xu7DEd4PuSZwWuVpxOO9v95b5kL9vjAG8-C8CEqrW9oN8Jo1RjVSaF7g6_y_wnmwiWl9fZ9gJErbCgfJZZW7Dnr1NiJD3u9gL9CvLcMeVgPjZpFMbkhV8BICzmWw33YCTy6I-tSntG6QiH4DmQEg/s320/334533592_747382973546014_518051735582305589_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The pattern pieces are an upper front, lower front, back and two different length straps.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtxwBYlQ3OKfUVJ0ntbHiuzeIYzDxRRc4SmPNY5TiFh2GOvRU8MAci6PtrqP6KqyP0VwMCpVGdpuNeb1dvCdBIGnxtyeMJsNRrXKJRoD2xyZfkZ1mZEzl8Zm-D6HjmlLo7EluxK_XXvrfmSG501jIHB6pUMX-gjh2cAsYMV-VCUc-XLH-uFSenu7eRXA/s2048/334701642_222257000192352_8330441657960337042_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtxwBYlQ3OKfUVJ0ntbHiuzeIYzDxRRc4SmPNY5TiFh2GOvRU8MAci6PtrqP6KqyP0VwMCpVGdpuNeb1dvCdBIGnxtyeMJsNRrXKJRoD2xyZfkZ1mZEzl8Zm-D6HjmlLo7EluxK_XXvrfmSG501jIHB6pUMX-gjh2cAsYMV-VCUc-XLH-uFSenu7eRXA/s320/334701642_222257000192352_8330441657960337042_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The upper and lower front pieces are sewn.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiYfwQr7MG6ujr5j3qAsELwf8_rPBD48Xr4aShX7Jkl1nyMG78I4Qqb4kcDK6dhtqtZW54cH-cR8yZfsgPccO7aljhndB8CQ75vlufB_cEP6ov7MCvctTzx3M8C2gq3pweuJD5S-6KA5Lv7JWwIcr5OLTchtFSaVR-mVGPSMSfVaKru7YrXH3VNiXU4w/s2048/334598943_926431445046803_2290043883282436662_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiYfwQr7MG6ujr5j3qAsELwf8_rPBD48Xr4aShX7Jkl1nyMG78I4Qqb4kcDK6dhtqtZW54cH-cR8yZfsgPccO7aljhndB8CQ75vlufB_cEP6ov7MCvctTzx3M8C2gq3pweuJD5S-6KA5Lv7JWwIcr5OLTchtFSaVR-mVGPSMSfVaKru7YrXH3VNiXU4w/s320/334598943_926431445046803_2290043883282436662_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Using the same lace trim I used on the black tap pants, I covered the raw edges sewing by machine.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPX9hVh14hxjo8k5w9HZ3L6YMqltS6K6KjdDqbcdo_tcCGO5DHKywGugh15WbQmUGIjKV8gWiKrHpTdP8qCHfhUT8WwpR6YbFuru95tkrFJXH7WQqnddTdFbsL02x3W6J_noPDsgsw_YEb9WK5JHNg8kaqyzK1Oh2iZ0z6sxL50ph7HJVIhAUdhTAspg/s2035/334426524_552258500215311_4127846250626202606_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="968" data-original-width="2035" height="152" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPX9hVh14hxjo8k5w9HZ3L6YMqltS6K6KjdDqbcdo_tcCGO5DHKywGugh15WbQmUGIjKV8gWiKrHpTdP8qCHfhUT8WwpR6YbFuru95tkrFJXH7WQqnddTdFbsL02x3W6J_noPDsgsw_YEb9WK5JHNg8kaqyzK1Oh2iZ0z6sxL50ph7HJVIhAUdhTAspg/s320/334426524_552258500215311_4127846250626202606_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">As I was locating fabric for my 1930s wardrobe I found a fun rayon remnant. I wasn't sure what I would make with it but the price made it irresistible. There was just enough for one more set of bra and tap pants and I have some day dresses planned where a patterned set of underthings will be fun to wear. I used the Mrs. Depew #2023 pattern for the tap pants with some leftover lace trim. 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text-align: center;"><br /></div></div>Jeanettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09186764620925579101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4439815537233502652.post-46531740554071911502023-03-19T16:14:00.002-04:002023-05-15T12:23:31.939-04:00 Party Like A Vanderbilt - The Memories - Seasons 1, 2, and 3 #costumeflashback<p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqx4RgeuT5F9HJAdiKcSpQxoNAd0Zc6X-JpcaA2vkQJrD66SM4J_CIGH-O9eGzNmMIQBLBtsmz4q1jlPum-Ijk44N1k-j09TAQuOip8oBJwxkXj1PcVlJgNnyrtL01IHG58_7EYSn2wWhPjxchgQyQZP7dnDsQ0n8t3AonWMQC1qaWosW1v-uTzYYuew/s1280/%23costumeflashback.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqx4RgeuT5F9HJAdiKcSpQxoNAd0Zc6X-JpcaA2vkQJrD66SM4J_CIGH-O9eGzNmMIQBLBtsmz4q1jlPum-Ijk44N1k-j09TAQuOip8oBJwxkXj1PcVlJgNnyrtL01IHG58_7EYSn2wWhPjxchgQyQZP7dnDsQ0n8t3AonWMQC1qaWosW1v-uTzYYuew/s320/%23costumeflashback.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Companion YouTube video: <a href="https://youtu.be/9zfKgCvdzS8" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/9zfKgCvdzS8</a> </div><p>Just 100 miles from my tiny farmhouse is America's Largest Home - Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina. As part of my #costumeflashback series, this blog post and video will tell you about my journey of organizing and hosting three costume events in that spectacular place. I named the events Party Like A Vanderbilt and that is exactly what we did!</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9CIEeVVhqgw568CNIQt7SxY2IQJsuyo-NGmsjXSYoIkZMo0kWtMusr1FlHUVaWFSiz0tuiBmtrHe6oR8l6J_tztiO9iqzkhWsriGIp0SdH0WVevO-HIzljRT4e7iJzZwHWtFzGiSnW2Ws6-tEy5iAJSNcrhtAg5IRuTY50FOSOY_SdO_xMQAbfO5XoA/s1380/Screenshot%20(84).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="856" data-original-width="1380" height="198" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9CIEeVVhqgw568CNIQt7SxY2IQJsuyo-NGmsjXSYoIkZMo0kWtMusr1FlHUVaWFSiz0tuiBmtrHe6oR8l6J_tztiO9iqzkhWsriGIp0SdH0WVevO-HIzljRT4e7iJzZwHWtFzGiSnW2Ws6-tEy5iAJSNcrhtAg5IRuTY50FOSOY_SdO_xMQAbfO5XoA/s320/Screenshot%20(84).png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaebmpSNwRYgyZZuCNpeWkxhRblCIaS9IC7RY9_3_X8ThI1Cr6mRFIdS3UfZavvBLBzyu7n2yiNtx61MIoaXtNNV3TtGcfH34vP9ox4f9_Y5pf2waLHjG3YxkP7E5dknQgpxLMk3OMKt2S_Oe3gr7U_I430MIkAN1VRpbfrsNQTFpYvmL6n6-mqWQRnQ/s1246/Screenshot%20(82).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="866" data-original-width="1246" height="222" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaebmpSNwRYgyZZuCNpeWkxhRblCIaS9IC7RY9_3_X8ThI1Cr6mRFIdS3UfZavvBLBzyu7n2yiNtx61MIoaXtNNV3TtGcfH34vP9ox4f9_Y5pf2waLHjG3YxkP7E5dknQgpxLMk3OMKt2S_Oe3gr7U_I430MIkAN1VRpbfrsNQTFpYvmL6n6-mqWQRnQ/s320/Screenshot%20(82).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQq9nAymrpn5zPomt_X_G7ZFjCbA11KBttrlwdqmcjnNcvtxLa0asoYAc4_74PAvw3RdAqFUJ0prJ8Ts3mg6QJDO6W38waaMNFopgREZ958P5EzU1P0kYPtzdNOQ5bmnLcgN6iu6o4zuGjAqGXPG8pb51E_pDxjPIsu3Kk5CqlHoEdop8V167Mjgg_2g/s1255/Screenshot%20(83).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="872" data-original-width="1255" height="222" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQq9nAymrpn5zPomt_X_G7ZFjCbA11KBttrlwdqmcjnNcvtxLa0asoYAc4_74PAvw3RdAqFUJ0prJ8Ts3mg6QJDO6W38waaMNFopgREZ958P5EzU1P0kYPtzdNOQ5bmnLcgN6iu6o4zuGjAqGXPG8pb51E_pDxjPIsu3Kk5CqlHoEdop8V167Mjgg_2g/s320/Screenshot%20(83).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSoSWuj8Gevb3LZgqSVloQyKfFNheqUVfSOdO5beFadU5IojcdXCl2vKUkTGuhr57nJEe-MT7OkXZNtkId2WfL_XFNVCAzlW2rz607C-BHQ_eoMVtlQ9-RZ9Cc5oiZ7zVk3ca9S-3mWx6mQ6EEw-POu006VSIau0FDJ6qv83WGKCzvN4DnM0ORrJKhzw/s1201/13227239_10209711069070401_1365543516739129272_o.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="789" data-original-width="1201" height="210" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSoSWuj8Gevb3LZgqSVloQyKfFNheqUVfSOdO5beFadU5IojcdXCl2vKUkTGuhr57nJEe-MT7OkXZNtkId2WfL_XFNVCAzlW2rz607C-BHQ_eoMVtlQ9-RZ9Cc5oiZ7zVk3ca9S-3mWx6mQ6EEw-POu006VSIau0FDJ6qv83WGKCzvN4DnM0ORrJKhzw/s320/13227239_10209711069070401_1365543516739129272_o.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVVCUxDs6JGBXo8aAW5R_7PpiArkRWh14Av1rmPmVFpj-yvUBdaXFchibFOP5GkrxLKfPh_VaX5hxvdLeMjDOh5pWT8waTcZ44mgNSGrGA8L8hy9S3MGbRnUlvqK7lMVZkx_Zj5hqR9Fok6zMBvH-rJreJUpko4T0ZB_I7SIhQqaNcMVGR84UxM6dwow/s1704/334983662_929901948354402_7855615691138622802_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="944" data-original-width="1704" height="177" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVVCUxDs6JGBXo8aAW5R_7PpiArkRWh14Av1rmPmVFpj-yvUBdaXFchibFOP5GkrxLKfPh_VaX5hxvdLeMjDOh5pWT8waTcZ44mgNSGrGA8L8hy9S3MGbRnUlvqK7lMVZkx_Zj5hqR9Fok6zMBvH-rJreJUpko4T0ZB_I7SIhQqaNcMVGR84UxM6dwow/s320/334983662_929901948354402_7855615691138622802_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Biltmore Estate is, perhaps, the most ambitious private building project of America's Gilded Age. In 1893 the great landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted described Biltmore Estate as "The most distinguished private place". </div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-VmnH6skHZZYwiR_lSNGe4VEP_Xh-ZBBptyeE6g7Uv4PfmwAYqdQVZfz3FhMNAxiyVvf4OBrAGNpHpfIPNN5rw9YMODhz-vpYqM2MB2ANnZkrwx334gwc_GVObY3ElmAZCA5AcShZaqhN-kl00tFUxpjSvMeqfVGWKZobUtgH6EIyWMDkwhpU_n0rKg/s500/biltmore-estate.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="333" data-original-width="500" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-VmnH6skHZZYwiR_lSNGe4VEP_Xh-ZBBptyeE6g7Uv4PfmwAYqdQVZfz3FhMNAxiyVvf4OBrAGNpHpfIPNN5rw9YMODhz-vpYqM2MB2ANnZkrwx334gwc_GVObY3ElmAZCA5AcShZaqhN-kl00tFUxpjSvMeqfVGWKZobUtgH6EIyWMDkwhpU_n0rKg/s320/biltmore-estate.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.biltmore.com/" target="_blank">https://www.biltmore.com/</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In 1888, a twenty-five year old George Washington Vanderbilt II began his purchase of what would ultimately become a 125,000 acre estate. Vanderbilt, Olmstead, and architect Richard Morris Hunt began their five year relationship to create Biltmore Estate.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFwfd7IHlrBU1-MBkToAg8J87dr0z0iRCO_RgsjUXJ4gvknG3sjY3Jq2fDpCZDLol4-vGIKfuHb8YXrROSqgPYTcc3nAmJMujOQFyDh98vLYDSdfpwPC_6d9raDgotKcFoowRHlMgMPbxUdCed1Ce1lwyztqUB7q_8pHxYBOPYoYB2IZ9UebNMj1jozQ/s2048/334967198_922145485793804_9121756571616752261_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1340" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFwfd7IHlrBU1-MBkToAg8J87dr0z0iRCO_RgsjUXJ4gvknG3sjY3Jq2fDpCZDLol4-vGIKfuHb8YXrROSqgPYTcc3nAmJMujOQFyDh98vLYDSdfpwPC_6d9raDgotKcFoowRHlMgMPbxUdCed1Ce1lwyztqUB7q_8pHxYBOPYoYB2IZ9UebNMj1jozQ/s320/334967198_922145485793804_9121756571616752261_n.jpg" width="209" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimhnkjKqlYEzcsKIFwaAsUOZZ2tIXZCXyI-URZCum2Sd5EUF6YZy4A7wCPVqpuc0LU3mT4dSu8Ie7kba_vDN78We4Bu8IA6qYy71rP4hVsk3eWTDoP75yY9f4SkPmH1YCZpbImpBZhO4XtnSt1rUHAZyUAq3fcxvVnpYyJ1SpAXo5nEt0Y0q5xfRL5fg/s2048/335451058_1380682159363287_8826013940556982241_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimhnkjKqlYEzcsKIFwaAsUOZZ2tIXZCXyI-URZCum2Sd5EUF6YZy4A7wCPVqpuc0LU3mT4dSu8Ie7kba_vDN78We4Bu8IA6qYy71rP4hVsk3eWTDoP75yY9f4SkPmH1YCZpbImpBZhO4XtnSt1rUHAZyUAq3fcxvVnpYyJ1SpAXo5nEt0Y0q5xfRL5fg/s320/335451058_1380682159363287_8826013940556982241_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVb3mGCStq-97CvoCf7gCNNGpPRCSaoiXo8uHhatiANw_Tt2SzdqTPmVqIXfe7kF7aKl8xVl1UlcZjfiC3iuhsj2_9aZw0W1Uwh6jQjg-USMC7iB1kAfOKBh9H7VFDv6SPM1fItNH2RAmRhlqqlsuDId1wGBpxlIeQRV4MlCW_HAHbE2ReImDZj7Izkg/s2048/335071097_878493840121279_4440323988346542443_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVb3mGCStq-97CvoCf7gCNNGpPRCSaoiXo8uHhatiANw_Tt2SzdqTPmVqIXfe7kF7aKl8xVl1UlcZjfiC3iuhsj2_9aZw0W1Uwh6jQjg-USMC7iB1kAfOKBh9H7VFDv6SPM1fItNH2RAmRhlqqlsuDId1wGBpxlIeQRV4MlCW_HAHbE2ReImDZj7Izkg/s320/335071097_878493840121279_4440323988346542443_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Volumes have been written about the accomplishments of each of these great visionaries. Fredrick Law Olmsted's prolific landscape designs including Central and Prospect parks in New York and the U.S. Capitol grounds in Washington.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHjLLfIxshGH8TLp5A_n4aCj2HCnCmX8lHXipKiyX5py_2GblZPbQlTeWwRmUSyjv1YigkOocxPkUBu96y8ZyRV6Pq8X3UJQlZeNBebUw5szguJ0W_dwgg5CJQly_tDbj0pYbbB2AKDtD1qLadUSi7yl0YNNBVELWOP87p29b33KI0kF2BYhuyfY6exQ/s2048/335034807_612214726937842_2176581302595940296_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHjLLfIxshGH8TLp5A_n4aCj2HCnCmX8lHXipKiyX5py_2GblZPbQlTeWwRmUSyjv1YigkOocxPkUBu96y8ZyRV6Pq8X3UJQlZeNBebUw5szguJ0W_dwgg5CJQly_tDbj0pYbbB2AKDtD1qLadUSi7yl0YNNBVELWOP87p29b33KI0kF2BYhuyfY6exQ/s320/335034807_612214726937842_2176581302595940296_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Richard Morris Hunt's accomplishments include the Fifth Avenue wing of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, The Breakers in Newport, Rhode Island, and the Administration Building for the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibP7pd39lWZWHKg1q2zd2mIN_g8AGRbH2garl9AO6G1L6QNjIO8LmLaDg19RqvsBqMDDud2AWEAieHSfF2mFhsXmIiocVVOzkBYQYHRkrUKwbMJa6IzTkDoQCZSB4oLajVais2oPABQQqG9oqdeV3FvS-lkmYeO3Yo7zDXes10oCIN1bo1gljOvybe6g/s2048/334950612_5725125657615730_8903052623911230389_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibP7pd39lWZWHKg1q2zd2mIN_g8AGRbH2garl9AO6G1L6QNjIO8LmLaDg19RqvsBqMDDud2AWEAieHSfF2mFhsXmIiocVVOzkBYQYHRkrUKwbMJa6IzTkDoQCZSB4oLajVais2oPABQQqG9oqdeV3FvS-lkmYeO3Yo7zDXes10oCIN1bo1gljOvybe6g/s320/334950612_5725125657615730_8903052623911230389_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">All these photos I'm sharing with you are from John M. Bryan's book which was a gift to me by Stephanie, the wonderful Catering Sales Manager I had the pleasure to work with during the costume events. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO4KY3hJfAVNF_0gZH25mxMmMhrRdZKLhLbDlpcK-xol83qxup4T_S-MDO2dPdOL4WM_riQn2UkGLxxi-VX-rRy4FLTpQODbgNMk31QZ16vmwe5eA5EVIUAR0RMLMDjEQKcYYgiQr72fhpFnSZERHxaiMTJTa1bWelc1qO7ybeCl7g5-b_MpqPo4KaWA/s2048/335039841_196133109717819_5067825779527194568_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO4KY3hJfAVNF_0gZH25mxMmMhrRdZKLhLbDlpcK-xol83qxup4T_S-MDO2dPdOL4WM_riQn2UkGLxxi-VX-rRy4FLTpQODbgNMk31QZ16vmwe5eA5EVIUAR0RMLMDjEQKcYYgiQr72fhpFnSZERHxaiMTJTa1bWelc1qO7ybeCl7g5-b_MpqPo4KaWA/s320/335039841_196133109717819_5067825779527194568_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgByRdp79IjSyCwOaxFn8wjy6GKoXg3PENCW7rvlniIR4jHxi7c6ezxYf-qcrioK7Gx3VmSc4O-oaZR-NZQ_1HcNknAKhR4cJXs483VUV5Y36VNIfWgv4PBrJejYOnk59AQgum2G0clfkHX2ajqcq-han9eBG2SbSFleCnAWSwid1pMs_g0hcRHCz_yYw/s2048/334771632_145342801786974_8562632645897584112_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgByRdp79IjSyCwOaxFn8wjy6GKoXg3PENCW7rvlniIR4jHxi7c6ezxYf-qcrioK7Gx3VmSc4O-oaZR-NZQ_1HcNknAKhR4cJXs483VUV5Y36VNIfWgv4PBrJejYOnk59AQgum2G0clfkHX2ajqcq-han9eBG2SbSFleCnAWSwid1pMs_g0hcRHCz_yYw/s320/334771632_145342801786974_8562632645897584112_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This book is meticulously researched and presented with detailed in progress photos of the building of Biltmore Estate including the grounds. I'll share a link for you for copies available on Amazon:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://a.co/d/1Xo4OAN" target="_blank">https://a.co/d/1Xo4OAN</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAHtoz50OWqlNq7Yxc5TCfuplkw5FYL27IzpOwKLspJMmkLh4KSZqtuuFKbNlTM3m_ohWl_-G2Dn9Vpe8gZJ_oO_4jdEutYGvoRzHMWO-vtWESJErbYwKuY0EyKUjQFxyU-ySX315L7QE2Z_SwinW7LiFs9Dck3dgu3GdUleoYV9qogADQP9F33clcnw/s2048/335456755_579392647585509_7222245434702414565_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAHtoz50OWqlNq7Yxc5TCfuplkw5FYL27IzpOwKLspJMmkLh4KSZqtuuFKbNlTM3m_ohWl_-G2Dn9Vpe8gZJ_oO_4jdEutYGvoRzHMWO-vtWESJErbYwKuY0EyKUjQFxyU-ySX315L7QE2Z_SwinW7LiFs9Dck3dgu3GdUleoYV9qogADQP9F33clcnw/s320/335456755_579392647585509_7222245434702414565_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLywgRg3Ps4YleZfl81UjIr6Z84E8G6aa3HSWS0WunC0mffxjSLWJ79OcXV88i1JiVjHF81QdKvhmclrM2Sutw2N8ris9bKIZppihxf5b03BDj_DZ06od8LCtSJ1TldW9GHnr6081w2JZPYD-qCbdII-pWIeo4TNtJDu20HfnKHZiY8BM33JEhhyuedA/s2048/335395803_3292425877684888_9123812077337357911_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLywgRg3Ps4YleZfl81UjIr6Z84E8G6aa3HSWS0WunC0mffxjSLWJ79OcXV88i1JiVjHF81QdKvhmclrM2Sutw2N8ris9bKIZppihxf5b03BDj_DZ06od8LCtSJ1TldW9GHnr6081w2JZPYD-qCbdII-pWIeo4TNtJDu20HfnKHZiY8BM33JEhhyuedA/s320/335395803_3292425877684888_9123812077337357911_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Biltmore House was built between 1889 and 1895. It is 255 rooms in 178,926 square feet and has 34 bedrooms, 43 bathrooms, and 65 fireplaces.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg04FdHMv-kK-KiUdWkgDgWWrXqqqG5IPNuZIEHlF9AEpWke4fKhHWqM_nc2FS07ZQW6ZNLIcKJyfB4dor3R13AR8VdeQRCKBpC1oPmFAvoyO51hEOAtfpKX9mzC5QyHhi10NKkmMwIhjutPYOcH48D28s6KWIGV39U18djrP0JZO5F-CSu6zy8k4yJMA/s960/336294653_6277546642285124_599219106531002762_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="392" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg04FdHMv-kK-KiUdWkgDgWWrXqqqG5IPNuZIEHlF9AEpWke4fKhHWqM_nc2FS07ZQW6ZNLIcKJyfB4dor3R13AR8VdeQRCKBpC1oPmFAvoyO51hEOAtfpKX9mzC5QyHhi10NKkmMwIhjutPYOcH48D28s6KWIGV39U18djrP0JZO5F-CSu6zy8k4yJMA/s320/336294653_6277546642285124_599219106531002762_n.jpg" width="131" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">There are 75 acres of formal and informal gardens and a conservatory. The estate now covers 8,000 acres of the original 125,000 with the remainder of the now forested acres donated to the public upon the death of George Washington Vanderbilt in 1914. Biltmore Estate played a major role in the birth of the U.S. Forest Service operating the first school of forestry. 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It was a huge success for the story, which begins with the sinking of the Titanic in 1912, and the incredible costumes.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhxr6b5OiGdJjYnDRTsQ-eSPJByNRti6Qqp8AtpSdYH-Vay_WdmUE9M90ztEctsfQN3cW0g8jJh49D_3jTrdvcJEVU2crai4AVurKZjLDW21ucKuMqRZqOLbtg-wvk5EhXODYlbbIxaFNeeL_s8Xozo0FaGYC1hsIIwXg0WqdazAlayDikImlcfNUq-w/s474/highclere.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="316" data-original-width="474" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhxr6b5OiGdJjYnDRTsQ-eSPJByNRti6Qqp8AtpSdYH-Vay_WdmUE9M90ztEctsfQN3cW0g8jJh49D_3jTrdvcJEVU2crai4AVurKZjLDW21ucKuMqRZqOLbtg-wvk5EhXODYlbbIxaFNeeL_s8Xozo0FaGYC1hsIIwXg0WqdazAlayDikImlcfNUq-w/s320/highclere.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVbo1E_5bniM_pbVdfxJm8lEqVmf23dOrbuBXtL5tA5buYJ6FY_k_U3dfcaUQf-6bh_45apdD_Qtv0JWZYBDf2EpwkGDYdGq_nIXvf48_y4vKhy67xzPIIzXTqEX-cURNE9tmWYFSqL18fG5zuw5Yks5Im60aqGf0E6zUvZVAVClhvL6fe3hrNjX2hJQ/s474/downtoninsideadd.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="319" data-original-width="474" height="215" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVbo1E_5bniM_pbVdfxJm8lEqVmf23dOrbuBXtL5tA5buYJ6FY_k_U3dfcaUQf-6bh_45apdD_Qtv0JWZYBDf2EpwkGDYdGq_nIXvf48_y4vKhy67xzPIIzXTqEX-cURNE9tmWYFSqL18fG5zuw5Yks5Im60aqGf0E6zUvZVAVClhvL6fe3hrNjX2hJQ/s320/downtoninsideadd.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh56HkC5yhaiwdyxGn7vthWwN6f9zEyPE6yjZ6vJJ7IqNzYNFQsA00xEdFdojQy1-swgWir0R97tPAcKteTywjxpBvsTE0576oOPfEjKrAudrOTkxTm02ZRgeVUeWf9x7UU7dwiOIv3O8wmGaHta0WlV2KJpLb-YUCcPi_E_3MgiwXVjrBbM0PNMVVILA/s620/downtonabbey_3101245b.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="387" data-original-width="620" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh56HkC5yhaiwdyxGn7vthWwN6f9zEyPE6yjZ6vJJ7IqNzYNFQsA00xEdFdojQy1-swgWir0R97tPAcKteTywjxpBvsTE0576oOPfEjKrAudrOTkxTm02ZRgeVUeWf9x7UU7dwiOIv3O8wmGaHta0WlV2KJpLb-YUCcPi_E_3MgiwXVjrBbM0PNMVVILA/s320/downtonabbey_3101245b.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In 2014 Biltmore Estate announced that in 2015 they would be hosting the Dressing Downton: Changing Fashion for Changing Times costume exhibit. This seemed like a perfect opportunity to organize a costume event at Biltmore Estate. I had attended events organized and hosted by others and it was my turn to give back to the costuming community. I met with Stephanie in Catering Sales at Biltmore, toured all available venues, perused all menus and sampled all wine selections, and by December of 2014 I had organized the event and signed contracts with Biltmore. My costuming community consisted of people I had met through other events. I detailed the event on my blog, The Perfect Touch, making it open to the public. I had organized the event for 24 attendees with the fear that I would not fill the event. Within 24 hours I had a wait list and changed the dinner seating arrangement and added another 6 attendees. It was amazing to see people from eight states willing to travel to attend the event at Biltmore Estate!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjciiHpxP7fqjMQUt8j7nTXLWrysk7IBGfwrmMOlBCAMTatF_v_w5AidlaURPK0IdPIeRWXXeNHlu6aa3xE7sA-9skH10pv5lkd7yaXSGoe8zdXtwA2ps7_11HDG5FnZ_ffnhgZid0AukzcDgZwy3AXubvufThlFulWGLeF80PvOxlfEtdP4Eyi6vdukA/s1913/Screenshot%20(85).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="977" data-original-width="1913" height="163" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjciiHpxP7fqjMQUt8j7nTXLWrysk7IBGfwrmMOlBCAMTatF_v_w5AidlaURPK0IdPIeRWXXeNHlu6aa3xE7sA-9skH10pv5lkd7yaXSGoe8zdXtwA2ps7_11HDG5FnZ_ffnhgZid0AukzcDgZwy3AXubvufThlFulWGLeF80PvOxlfEtdP4Eyi6vdukA/s320/Screenshot%20(85).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2014/12/party-like-vanderbilt.html" target="_blank">https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2014/12/party-like-vanderbilt.html</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">With people attending from across the country and many not knowing each other, I thought it would be a nice keepsake and way to recognize each other if we had a wearable badge. I found a Dogwood Blossom finding with a Swarovski crystal center and thought that was the perfect beginning as the Dogwood Blossom is the State flower of North Carolina. A chocolate brown and aqua two-sided satin ribbon made a wonderful backing and with a pin sewn on the back we could wear it on all our costumes.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkpbnQPd9UmCixIC7ekNOrGM-EiH0G8F1EQAP-GKT35dkmpRe6xNMboNiTGD1OBIKtGpAOkKdgC_w-aUjunrVbCqcbmntLFh4ITgotaduIvGSs1B31S-h0ClgY5huPFQNKdX7M7n2PpsPUrjnGEi7I4JRh6aXQB21ZOucekwYOMtcLMzoGFNUWkFfvKw/s1600/HPIM1475.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1198" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkpbnQPd9UmCixIC7ekNOrGM-EiH0G8F1EQAP-GKT35dkmpRe6xNMboNiTGD1OBIKtGpAOkKdgC_w-aUjunrVbCqcbmntLFh4ITgotaduIvGSs1B31S-h0ClgY5huPFQNKdX7M7n2PpsPUrjnGEi7I4JRh6aXQB21ZOucekwYOMtcLMzoGFNUWkFfvKw/s320/HPIM1475.JPG" width="240" /></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjc2jMdbTpI_JOE7afOHbf-8BGy_0QuhIzYQTHY3AhfjMf-Mftwsq068Mk9vUrD-5yuf4lx6OTKqCdyCTZW3sc5f5-Wwr6EkdD_NXrK7b0FcrL93gKBLDQeM-HzdDhtNnIKR2ecS8Ekj507YWdXqK-m5B3Cgri5xWwSd9fsq7q9FvH9UyTwGJI-juZUsQ/s1600/HPIM1533.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1196" data-original-width="1600" height="239" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjc2jMdbTpI_JOE7afOHbf-8BGy_0QuhIzYQTHY3AhfjMf-Mftwsq068Mk9vUrD-5yuf4lx6OTKqCdyCTZW3sc5f5-Wwr6EkdD_NXrK7b0FcrL93gKBLDQeM-HzdDhtNnIKR2ecS8Ekj507YWdXqK-m5B3Cgri5xWwSd9fsq7q9FvH9UyTwGJI-juZUsQ/s320/HPIM1533.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXrS3vyVriNVUoOMi37082BFlkNdMgArad1hlJyViBsUzWFicz1XreAMvReuVjP9Yv74tyRvrrwfLPWE9Y47-LoJLrPwS68xkA8IIRi6UwdzQJNO4VFImY5-MLv5nJ1hU4V-9316L5csLkxr-EK450dBiYSziRjHExPCSkftNNpyFfTGO2x1OvvJ9tpQ/s1600/HPIM1478.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1196" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXrS3vyVriNVUoOMi37082BFlkNdMgArad1hlJyViBsUzWFicz1XreAMvReuVjP9Yv74tyRvrrwfLPWE9Y47-LoJLrPwS68xkA8IIRi6UwdzQJNO4VFImY5-MLv5nJ1hU4V-9316L5csLkxr-EK450dBiYSziRjHExPCSkftNNpyFfTGO2x1OvvJ9tpQ/s320/HPIM1478.JPG" width="239" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Inn on Biltmore is an extremely luxurious hotel and a fresh rose in the bathroom awaited each of the attendees upon arrival.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOaXyKExpGRweRVVkR4KiZtV07U-FttWpveJumXPdovDqclNnmJp56zrTQYp2dWSccM0DaKB7lkCl5X6U5j9bUun_v-jbnHQQ2Zim-2lZRf10-zTQ8HUGvmx3WhFf2lo2u4454Narrp6e_H1VnB7Ef7tRWJ_ChY4UrdszpWMeI5Os8C4wYcjomunDj6g/s960/11204975_10206699240736575_2587892335583274542_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="719" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOaXyKExpGRweRVVkR4KiZtV07U-FttWpveJumXPdovDqclNnmJp56zrTQYp2dWSccM0DaKB7lkCl5X6U5j9bUun_v-jbnHQQ2Zim-2lZRf10-zTQ8HUGvmx3WhFf2lo2u4454Narrp6e_H1VnB7Ef7tRWJ_ChY4UrdszpWMeI5Os8C4wYcjomunDj6g/s320/11204975_10206699240736575_2587892335583274542_n.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">For our first get-together on Friday evening I had arranged a trolley ride and tour through Asheville. The town has beautiful historic areas and an active art community. Biltmore staff was very accommodating in creating a snack for our journey and they even tried to find metal tins for packing but in the end we settled on wonderful black boxes. The trolley company approved individual bottles of wine and I had sparkling mineral water available as well. It was memorable when our driver was stopped next to a car where the occupants were gazing at all of us. Our driver said "Don't worry! We're visiting from the past!" A fun and informative tour guide!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-ci_SHRe6ic0EIlE0uyEGwV7fmLPCLg8_zBAp4b39hcKA9luToK_D2UfvQuZq6M1NN-rTgWi36s7LGb73GRoQFWDtjFt39kg3INyyXpFUfb05kScNftyX3eKUcYvXfJ9nCnjQXDnJ6OSW9XdAGtqgQkwXJ64ZDXPRxunCVs9VbDi13hRGpYW9VdCZXQ/s960/22495_10206699247416742_2041988560836201591_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-ci_SHRe6ic0EIlE0uyEGwV7fmLPCLg8_zBAp4b39hcKA9luToK_D2UfvQuZq6M1NN-rTgWi36s7LGb73GRoQFWDtjFt39kg3INyyXpFUfb05kScNftyX3eKUcYvXfJ9nCnjQXDnJ6OSW9XdAGtqgQkwXJ64ZDXPRxunCVs9VbDi13hRGpYW9VdCZXQ/s320/22495_10206699247416742_2041988560836201591_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGUHV5JBDr-GaSqtlbxr1D9xYlEAoTzNfw_XZQMlR6fZg8x5qeinHEuDuvqBF-7i-LvxRzmSf5lx_QEo4wnLSJQvINV2CV9egRrHYpGS7_LHtUZbeLanvKiZORfDSZigi7KR_ReCOwITtJ69bXA2Hsjj5CKy4Om69VwIpNeDEviGuiJ52G_vGqoq6oWw/s960/11196335_10206699242456618_1230544058334231293_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="719" data-original-width="960" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGUHV5JBDr-GaSqtlbxr1D9xYlEAoTzNfw_XZQMlR6fZg8x5qeinHEuDuvqBF-7i-LvxRzmSf5lx_QEo4wnLSJQvINV2CV9egRrHYpGS7_LHtUZbeLanvKiZORfDSZigi7KR_ReCOwITtJ69bXA2Hsjj5CKy4Om69VwIpNeDEviGuiJ52G_vGqoq6oWw/s320/11196335_10206699242456618_1230544058334231293_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvLGA-jtySxjUPz8pPNL_xxUF3D8z6rjenKjuwU39kb0F1uJc5zc32oCkeynDw_zNW6dwQLdtTOjY6JHoTwDO-Puqvb2nS6Q01t2uvptQE75PlmPuxAIAdMNlWGadfVeC2rYcsdH57H3-VpvyTgH0hnQZgY--fFJY-dGOw19605mPtbTdnhoieiXM77Q/s960/11196351_10206699245296689_3128960338739481896_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="719" data-original-width="960" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvLGA-jtySxjUPz8pPNL_xxUF3D8z6rjenKjuwU39kb0F1uJc5zc32oCkeynDw_zNW6dwQLdtTOjY6JHoTwDO-Puqvb2nS6Q01t2uvptQE75PlmPuxAIAdMNlWGadfVeC2rYcsdH57H3-VpvyTgH0hnQZgY--fFJY-dGOw19605mPtbTdnhoieiXM77Q/s320/11196351_10206699245296689_3128960338739481896_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">After our trolley tour we met inside the Inn for a Meet and Greet where I handed out our event badges and a goodie bag I had assembled for each attendee. Everyone was given a printed schedule of the event so that they could always catch up with the group if they chose to skip an activity or continue to enjoy Biltmore Estate on their own.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEiidO3co4vJT_fbnM3INavQT6IQJqsvbQzA_ETVUsBDwMYV7p8sh8pZ1PeqAiUnxXh-1qYL_HgnRtXqh0oMRdSIVYkzrrhCNICd4ukKfxT-8_7xrogosb5AmKoJyMHReOFFh5zU7qzDJBgrpHM7kCM4SR1DnECJmugPlW6yO9zLUi-iuXwI3adSXg1w/s960/11188319_10206699199415542_2646345280398061071_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="931" data-original-width="960" height="310" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEiidO3co4vJT_fbnM3INavQT6IQJqsvbQzA_ETVUsBDwMYV7p8sh8pZ1PeqAiUnxXh-1qYL_HgnRtXqh0oMRdSIVYkzrrhCNICd4ukKfxT-8_7xrogosb5AmKoJyMHReOFFh5zU7qzDJBgrpHM7kCM4SR1DnECJmugPlW6yO9zLUi-iuXwI3adSXg1w/s320/11188319_10206699199415542_2646345280398061071_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMHPtVXlhTqev4kspI9wSGdlTwCWIR9cW0HR9DBURXeP8omYaWfusDhg4yg-goE-zyGrxqgPeS1t95p3vHAqzM_g9trXCWenSn8cnUdyZFJHSbTjFvoV8KyHrP42lxFs7wsR6QA7DvHbTdeTHctxTjhQ4X8YkxokPI2XH4RcZABtdNZIhMTTz9iRBMiQ/s2048/11206848_10206704855596943_5013446078720871583_o.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1533" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMHPtVXlhTqev4kspI9wSGdlTwCWIR9cW0HR9DBURXeP8omYaWfusDhg4yg-goE-zyGrxqgPeS1t95p3vHAqzM_g9trXCWenSn8cnUdyZFJHSbTjFvoV8KyHrP42lxFs7wsR6QA7DvHbTdeTHctxTjhQ4X8YkxokPI2XH4RcZABtdNZIhMTTz9iRBMiQ/s320/11206848_10206704855596943_5013446078720871583_o.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">On Saturday morning we assembled in the Inn lobby and were shuttled to Biltmore House. The Estate is large and the shuttles are the only way to transport and see everything it has to offer. At this time photography was not allowed inside Biltmore House but James of eCreate Photography joined us before and after the inside tour and captured some wonderful moments outside Biltmore House and in the gardens. Our event coincided with Biltmore in Blooms and the azaleas were in full glory! Could the weather have more perfect, or that Carolina blue sky more blue? 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Having sampled all the wine offerings, I selected wines for the various courses.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxO6HhCZsWwgf2piNH_G05s_YDZ3SiE9CA7-HKg_DFq0T3JyCQghMiIJI4lsJjubO5AAOO7f2hLc85d1IRYVFYp29_G9W5MjoVEup-IkADt9P1I78GtUk4Lq6YzTCy5qeB4wvV6IHLGnPuT4TDBV8QsukpoHtEqLn7OM2sK_o57FiJzNqxdUHRZXGg4Q/s822/Screenshot%20(77).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="761" data-original-width="822" height="296" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxO6HhCZsWwgf2piNH_G05s_YDZ3SiE9CA7-HKg_DFq0T3JyCQghMiIJI4lsJjubO5AAOO7f2hLc85d1IRYVFYp29_G9W5MjoVEup-IkADt9P1I78GtUk4Lq6YzTCy5qeB4wvV6IHLGnPuT4TDBV8QsukpoHtEqLn7OM2sK_o57FiJzNqxdUHRZXGg4Q/s320/Screenshot%20(77).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I seated attendees knowing who may know whom or would be interested in whom, and made place tags from damask boxes filled with wrapped chocolates and wrote names on laser-cut cardstock attached to the box with satin ribbon. Biltmore had the full menu printed for each attendee and were treated with the elegance you would expect from such a venue.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglXMtxvTwBQpbtTnXECxFnQQ7hKG_ckYyfhg3VDoQYGjDUfynrVS0zuhUMZhWMaSXDcczYVS5xUjyF1rtpQGUrhMV1hwKJfoJCo3JXNkzUaUSMxhnPlSM2RP1oI0zxr2pLsvFemClhHR0jB0BMXs-qhkNh9ciRTU-hif_3yvVtRlKgDY3IWE3aPiAkkw/s2048/334958792_895513418440148_1131493039448732902_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1414" data-original-width="2048" height="221" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglXMtxvTwBQpbtTnXECxFnQQ7hKG_ckYyfhg3VDoQYGjDUfynrVS0zuhUMZhWMaSXDcczYVS5xUjyF1rtpQGUrhMV1hwKJfoJCo3JXNkzUaUSMxhnPlSM2RP1oI0zxr2pLsvFemClhHR0jB0BMXs-qhkNh9ciRTU-hif_3yvVtRlKgDY3IWE3aPiAkkw/s320/334958792_895513418440148_1131493039448732902_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmRYxtJKuK9Gv5bl4LpJ8pUKJbNoFa38KiEPcvLnu1jjjaH7eLY-f9npQLAvnUVDznbwxs6aULPK80ZGAOSdlXh0Pb7Qlw8fRjQMOOf2Vu3BqAm4Zg0GTOFjOTiTTYm3xkRxFeqkV8pL0UF4okL7ZgJW16ZXA8WQbcBFnlULEWx39VwSNFxUTd1IAbkg/s2048/335029283_897520794899168_6168108834098887497_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1373" data-original-width="2048" height="215" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmRYxtJKuK9Gv5bl4LpJ8pUKJbNoFa38KiEPcvLnu1jjjaH7eLY-f9npQLAvnUVDznbwxs6aULPK80ZGAOSdlXh0Pb7Qlw8fRjQMOOf2Vu3BqAm4Zg0GTOFjOTiTTYm3xkRxFeqkV8pL0UF4okL7ZgJW16ZXA8WQbcBFnlULEWx39VwSNFxUTd1IAbkg/s320/335029283_897520794899168_6168108834098887497_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9AAc-O0E41HHu3STjkzHkS9J1JBslfNw_baxH3zr_sH-USSwbNQDEha3lN0U9_wzy26YMxLahPzxFpTck4fdRDu4KMlUDFrylV9GfMYvWLAQgVh1LibKFdHFhf1NIW8O8XIP7eAoG11WQfGbMIpCnvZTxYsh02XmVSf8QnrrmRNwDLj8Rkdu-SGMDwg/s2048/335421282_735560181427362_6875972483573670322_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1349" data-original-width="2048" height="211" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9AAc-O0E41HHu3STjkzHkS9J1JBslfNw_baxH3zr_sH-USSwbNQDEha3lN0U9_wzy26YMxLahPzxFpTck4fdRDu4KMlUDFrylV9GfMYvWLAQgVh1LibKFdHFhf1NIW8O8XIP7eAoG11WQfGbMIpCnvZTxYsh02XmVSf8QnrrmRNwDLj8Rkdu-SGMDwg/s320/335421282_735560181427362_6875972483573670322_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">After a most incredible dinner I was treated with a surprise. The attendees had collaborated to present me with a full set of Vanderbilt Tea Service adapted from the Sevres tea service circa 1888 on display in the Oak Sitting Room. 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I commissioned an artist to create caricatures of all attendees while appropriate era music played and the Biltmore chefs again outdid themselves with more finger foods and luscious desserts and drinks. 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Biltmore Estate, the Dressing Downton Exhibit, the activities, and the attendees and their amazing costumes kept James busy. I've shared a handful here, but each attendee had the opportunity to find their photos at James' website and to purchase a photo album he had created. Once the event is over and only these photos remain, they bring back all the glorious memories of time well spent with amazing friends.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaMUPTB_IF-6BsgK1n3wHpaB5qLwEbfqUnVLcWG8buPznCvluzWKOKJyFI8bXB_4c0GeouEG20aNPYglGGxcGEfeniqD962c7Q9c_oYvzsdtNhMCkdU9r-TzFu0WnLMwi614_evDnbApv0RMecDP-Lnat5OKHuAXuMAGqDyreZSKT1O6WmKeAa3U04jw/s2048/334978038_723698285872565_7789949923946998304_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaMUPTB_IF-6BsgK1n3wHpaB5qLwEbfqUnVLcWG8buPznCvluzWKOKJyFI8bXB_4c0GeouEG20aNPYglGGxcGEfeniqD962c7Q9c_oYvzsdtNhMCkdU9r-TzFu0WnLMwi614_evDnbApv0RMecDP-Lnat5OKHuAXuMAGqDyreZSKT1O6WmKeAa3U04jw/s320/334978038_723698285872565_7789949923946998304_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Why, do it again, of course! In no time Biltmore Estate announced their next costume exhibit - Fashionable Romance: Wedding Gowns in Film to be on display in Spring 2016.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeUZ6Ra3lHGOHnFjwZ3vO16uJ2mmfZIphWxEgox9ZeH5N6FUwaY2ww2Nl8eCq5i-21tOxHR3Fef3km_yXmRA8VRoxcb9oCoD-db6k49aEMGxl4G61pq2YWKf6geKdY0JaLjARYN8dYZ4suZwSzwAZ_eTBEIFbhpAvHPTh7Uh6-IL6HfKXziHWXCUWScQ/s474/biltmoreweddings.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="266" data-original-width="474" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeUZ6Ra3lHGOHnFjwZ3vO16uJ2mmfZIphWxEgox9ZeH5N6FUwaY2ww2Nl8eCq5i-21tOxHR3Fef3km_yXmRA8VRoxcb9oCoD-db6k49aEMGxl4G61pq2YWKf6geKdY0JaLjARYN8dYZ4suZwSzwAZ_eTBEIFbhpAvHPTh7Uh6-IL6HfKXziHWXCUWScQ/s320/biltmoreweddings.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Having learned so much from the 2015 event and knowing that I wanted to add some very special touches to the next event, I contracted with Biltmore and shared the details on my blog, The Perfect Touch, in August 2015. The public was invited.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQUOog5wu5lh4XLOC-UD5BwEu6-DsMlKYSlBazlF3Ak-SDVPalvi6VteTeHDzCSChmmj2fpBCxyUjDk5iIhtFs9CF3aZxr5jouiHhLnxjaoP0B1JOiemYAfvD9Fv9qI5dI9eHJRTwwovpmseUiwmSB2qqUU6FtsHYEOMGrdlRJGo7igWieH8aBDcqeig/s1913/Screenshot%20(86).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="912" data-original-width="1913" height="153" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQUOog5wu5lh4XLOC-UD5BwEu6-DsMlKYSlBazlF3Ak-SDVPalvi6VteTeHDzCSChmmj2fpBCxyUjDk5iIhtFs9CF3aZxr5jouiHhLnxjaoP0B1JOiemYAfvD9Fv9qI5dI9eHJRTwwovpmseUiwmSB2qqUU6FtsHYEOMGrdlRJGo7igWieH8aBDcqeig/s320/Screenshot%20(86).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2015/08/party-like-vanderbilt-season-2.html" target="_blank">https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2015/08/party-like-vanderbilt-season-2.html</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The event was filled quickly with a waiting list. Time to create the personal badges for the attendees!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">North Carolina has a state tartan and I had some fabric remnants from a gown project. I cut and gathered the tartan fabric into flowers and attached a satin ribbon which I cut to resemble kilt flashes. For the ladies I added a black velvet button with ribbon embroidery. For this event there was a selection of activities for Sunday and I found pins and charms that represented each of those activities and attached them to each individual badge.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEienMmIXu2ta0zIeGipaXiC_BUhznRrv43rVHHWHkFmyAriD3UYRwsNDZGej44B_6Ju_6MUzLKDLOvkwPxzTaBeL_x5vkCPuTcpuaaDegNt5yxFxPXkC5jl72x7VhTQfrmOHHdMoEG9CotJgJWBpacL9jCHC9J56ufIKZ3DSqGTFeCAW-VZKprzjh1blw/s300/13227185_10209606145887387_4325804227167565084_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="158" data-original-width="300" height="158" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEienMmIXu2ta0zIeGipaXiC_BUhznRrv43rVHHWHkFmyAriD3UYRwsNDZGej44B_6Ju_6MUzLKDLOvkwPxzTaBeL_x5vkCPuTcpuaaDegNt5yxFxPXkC5jl72x7VhTQfrmOHHdMoEG9CotJgJWBpacL9jCHC9J56ufIKZ3DSqGTFeCAW-VZKprzjh1blw/s1600/13227185_10209606145887387_4325804227167565084_n.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpo8N9djukj8EhAcL5YjnUK2lamIg7m_Sg9pinjoFOHkVul1qVixjKJ9kIUZAnYsAjo7peiKbqI-BoCrSGphit01J3dOUx0f2_u2rK_QFNEZdQJ6LLbEnyHegw8e4Mr2sPZe63IFRNAoA00AS0Oad_RoYSrKYY8r2-SLfRI9UjaOHkNuFU0Q-9_DMWqw/s2048/335874030_226011233251416_8744547043487039459_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1337" data-original-width="2048" height="209" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpo8N9djukj8EhAcL5YjnUK2lamIg7m_Sg9pinjoFOHkVul1qVixjKJ9kIUZAnYsAjo7peiKbqI-BoCrSGphit01J3dOUx0f2_u2rK_QFNEZdQJ6LLbEnyHegw8e4Mr2sPZe63IFRNAoA00AS0Oad_RoYSrKYY8r2-SLfRI9UjaOHkNuFU0Q-9_DMWqw/s320/335874030_226011233251416_8744547043487039459_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7H1eUnI6--Skvt2m7jatSgCSkyLmCocx_EWKkBwkOxognY6GfMixSUwaxadHtb037U6C30Fo8uCOAMnnuRAy23paiXSrVlojGREx__90B4hOHHZRHUjk9Mkk4fbrkHHWTM7IFZuCKYDRDRh1ufNrK7X5jg-XClHMaZVQayfPJ1ACiXmG7DIq46e6xfA/s2048/335424565_1015872502730522_699152294411841219_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7H1eUnI6--Skvt2m7jatSgCSkyLmCocx_EWKkBwkOxognY6GfMixSUwaxadHtb037U6C30Fo8uCOAMnnuRAy23paiXSrVlojGREx__90B4hOHHZRHUjk9Mkk4fbrkHHWTM7IFZuCKYDRDRh1ufNrK7X5jg-XClHMaZVQayfPJ1ACiXmG7DIq46e6xfA/s320/335424565_1015872502730522_699152294411841219_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Everyone arrived at the Inn on Biltmore on Friday where we are again greeted with a fresh red rose in the bathroom.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5UDyuPhLOC1udXIYrSlnpOoWfU_kbMa_K0k6wt5xZwh8dnPnHCY9LC9oF67nhqbUfrHH2l9EpZb98w6GfYtjPc_6Ou_vFHk21sABGC8A9ckxKrHsl45KQwl1Olffx6C12iq63Kgkqj2nYhcKAcCq0zOXikYhELdnhwDZLMtGX-XQVE8oVW4m7QWzNjg/s2048/13217474_10209606201448776_4970065327130124662_o.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1152" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5UDyuPhLOC1udXIYrSlnpOoWfU_kbMa_K0k6wt5xZwh8dnPnHCY9LC9oF67nhqbUfrHH2l9EpZb98w6GfYtjPc_6Ou_vFHk21sABGC8A9ckxKrHsl45KQwl1Olffx6C12iq63Kgkqj2nYhcKAcCq0zOXikYhELdnhwDZLMtGX-XQVE8oVW4m7QWzNjg/s320/13217474_10209606201448776_4970065327130124662_o.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Friday evening was our first time together and we met in the Inn on Biltmore lobby to be shuttled to the Champagne Cellar under The Winery. The stunning ladies and dapper gents were a most glorious sight!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieaSytgU92HrmYpINCYy0mWaeemNGrN7EaExbsIHzad8_CeWo_L3hfW6aOTYbClwd-ZHSR9g1i9hPRhtAZzaFhGXzTP_Co8vzAB7li2rQgBuDN-Cbtcc5CtbtWL-Cmvn_qx6cdBQjY1WvtDKjzLmN2bwaXqlpa100EFTEs6C_7D7yN6l1wpjDtcuiFkg/s2048/13064575_10209606201808785_8442411348075941371_o.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1042" data-original-width="2048" height="163" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieaSytgU92HrmYpINCYy0mWaeemNGrN7EaExbsIHzad8_CeWo_L3hfW6aOTYbClwd-ZHSR9g1i9hPRhtAZzaFhGXzTP_Co8vzAB7li2rQgBuDN-Cbtcc5CtbtWL-Cmvn_qx6cdBQjY1WvtDKjzLmN2bwaXqlpa100EFTEs6C_7D7yN6l1wpjDtcuiFkg/s320/13064575_10209606201808785_8442411348075941371_o.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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I still use mine for tea every day.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO-tW8fXXoqnkWQsp48qXBwoDknY5OEfLcfpra6BtcGYc-DkGTu45lifKk9WQc1B_BuChOJd5yyU-TbKQicrF-P-eSwauMT-RjPKt8loXbtNGh78nPG9feKkcGr3iWPtDLajU4Y2rLh_aVcf5EDG8QSIQhC6HryilEqIX4Tl8_ooS-25KPT8YQUd9bfA/s1201/13220598_10209711063710267_7664474827073068453_o.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="784" data-original-width="1201" height="209" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO-tW8fXXoqnkWQsp48qXBwoDknY5OEfLcfpra6BtcGYc-DkGTu45lifKk9WQc1B_BuChOJd5yyU-TbKQicrF-P-eSwauMT-RjPKt8loXbtNGh78nPG9feKkcGr3iWPtDLajU4Y2rLh_aVcf5EDG8QSIQhC6HryilEqIX4Tl8_ooS-25KPT8YQUd9bfA/s320/13220598_10209711063710267_7664474827073068453_o.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFc3Ic2pMh5U_q8t4t9yRhe1T6M_gXvVlMm3bZ2mIFYXgh60aYINljjDIFtrXAapAt5S5qIk5ZwlUirbDuFXdpxKYYJM_ZLKAYbhB1Jck-cCUmBWfmZkdyFgjHd3k_8rA3qw8WSPsUxRTvQN_Cl7AQrM7m9E61K2_-4CrRlVwlX5IaOmD7nd3yRk1N-Q/s2048/335150383_633911865215752_4709348789203180856_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFc3Ic2pMh5U_q8t4t9yRhe1T6M_gXvVlMm3bZ2mIFYXgh60aYINljjDIFtrXAapAt5S5qIk5ZwlUirbDuFXdpxKYYJM_ZLKAYbhB1Jck-cCUmBWfmZkdyFgjHd3k_8rA3qw8WSPsUxRTvQN_Cl7AQrM7m9E61K2_-4CrRlVwlX5IaOmD7nd3yRk1N-Q/s320/335150383_633911865215752_4709348789203180856_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8kgGd76ohwxmVpvhzmhGDv0yHSD22Nrjvn4V14RwV0I8fM867Z2bY8r7hC7IujPAGIZiQOQl3oNm4swaofblX8ZCOKpqth8RVO2sgfz07bpCfSFcJW3VJd-77RXqiQNLrgzEzOmwN3VCjLzTRg098pCF7awdG3qLCvaAo1ZACGxMDcKoNTlrsUV9gHg/s2048/335627719_1244920193106571_5260950504623868020_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8kgGd76ohwxmVpvhzmhGDv0yHSD22Nrjvn4V14RwV0I8fM867Z2bY8r7hC7IujPAGIZiQOQl3oNm4swaofblX8ZCOKpqth8RVO2sgfz07bpCfSFcJW3VJd-77RXqiQNLrgzEzOmwN3VCjLzTRg098pCF7awdG3qLCvaAo1ZACGxMDcKoNTlrsUV9gHg/s320/335627719_1244920193106571_5260950504623868020_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">It was wonderful to have James of eCreate Photography with us again to capture the special moments. He photographed during dinner and again caught everyone as they walked the tunnel from the Champagne Cellar. Patrick and I are wearing the tartan of Patrick's clan.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAeIz5xQ2xMEPPGUoIkA6ijHi9lAciXzkM_9YUK-LFmPIvan_QNPD3fSjcS9717wat-pND98A2Y3QmQ2-7I814cUvPNUDRekfXzSPIZcWRkax8fqt0pgWOJ00E_hhe_uI9HLcSYhcutdtldobvH-mSXdZs9b6pTk1rJcIXmiSCpN6MBoKl4gvE5tZN9Q/s1024/13235558_10209711046349833_632981773127930850_o.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1024" data-original-width="682" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAeIz5xQ2xMEPPGUoIkA6ijHi9lAciXzkM_9YUK-LFmPIvan_QNPD3fSjcS9717wat-pND98A2Y3QmQ2-7I814cUvPNUDRekfXzSPIZcWRkax8fqt0pgWOJ00E_hhe_uI9HLcSYhcutdtldobvH-mSXdZs9b6pTk1rJcIXmiSCpN6MBoKl4gvE5tZN9Q/s320/13235558_10209711046349833_632981773127930850_o.jpg" width="213" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Our shuttle driver was so gracious to allow us time to walk Antler Village in the beautiful evening before shuttling us back to the Inn...</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQiRSl2kOMlbOBN5J8WhJDzp6uC75GZg_617Lf6khqIdMETZR2gOuJdN950uspINp8ykU-HF1qIwpxCyZfVFMtnSNQAVLhFuVg7VHhDVx8R6RJlyFsrLubSuzmmrExA8AvjuFvhhWoGi2TWUMuVv9fTOcXd8MpKsq4EixrV7Kv-NbsGIJWmM-fTBieDg/s640/335628193_229002519593859_8486875490457056109_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="583" data-original-width="640" height="292" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQiRSl2kOMlbOBN5J8WhJDzp6uC75GZg_617Lf6khqIdMETZR2gOuJdN950uspINp8ykU-HF1qIwpxCyZfVFMtnSNQAVLhFuVg7VHhDVx8R6RJlyFsrLubSuzmmrExA8AvjuFvhhWoGi2TWUMuVv9fTOcXd8MpKsq4EixrV7Kv-NbsGIJWmM-fTBieDg/s320/335628193_229002519593859_8486875490457056109_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">where the evening wasn't over and we had an afterparty in full costume! Historically accurate? Methinks not! 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text-align: center;"><br /></div>Biltmore Estate is known worldwide for hosting lavish weddings and their bakers and florists never fail to impress. Their exhibit upon entering Biltmore House was jaw-dropping! Yes, those are fresh flowers!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgA09o_VKVbOhXen5LowIyXpxydAr3locy4t_pfE_spGfAHliUuAN22vIw8jL9YtGEo1SZbMbgkOxJ0d6dy5FYjJOf_yy2ab4D3ifc7fctcD0YfuRdW-dfH-r_9k5q1bgSt-RBWZAQ5Kjw9rQNU9PnbEil9X0Z7V_pb8pl6y5C1wnLdrxQRkmbVn387GA/s1000/13064489_1314737455222270_3265359406876348665_o.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="750" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgA09o_VKVbOhXen5LowIyXpxydAr3locy4t_pfE_spGfAHliUuAN22vIw8jL9YtGEo1SZbMbgkOxJ0d6dy5FYjJOf_yy2ab4D3ifc7fctcD0YfuRdW-dfH-r_9k5q1bgSt-RBWZAQ5Kjw9rQNU9PnbEil9X0Z7V_pb8pl6y5C1wnLdrxQRkmbVn387GA/s320/13064489_1314737455222270_3265359406876348665_o.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This year we were allowed to take non-flash photos inside Biltmore House. Of course our group caused a bit of a slow-down as everyone wanted a photo of us and with us. The exhibit was beautifully staged throughout the House.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkVw2hsu0i4DCjkGJVS6dWMx_Stn3o-sYRHU-KieAEWskikh0-NcSjoW-AaDg6vr1a2mPqxTntyHId-ce50p22zRbQub-3XxXx-kAap_5Al2zN5eX9ztaVznrXloI3Vazpmft3-wnXTK5wA6J4U11AbnF3sCvM1upGU7Coc-4U2iK_-T6PIJdCZWm-Mg/s2048/13122813_10209606217009165_6971111290559662080_o.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1307" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkVw2hsu0i4DCjkGJVS6dWMx_Stn3o-sYRHU-KieAEWskikh0-NcSjoW-AaDg6vr1a2mPqxTntyHId-ce50p22zRbQub-3XxXx-kAap_5Al2zN5eX9ztaVznrXloI3Vazpmft3-wnXTK5wA6J4U11AbnF3sCvM1upGU7Coc-4U2iK_-T6PIJdCZWm-Mg/s320/13122813_10209606217009165_6971111290559662080_o.jpg" width="204" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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One of the wonderful and memorable activities is a private Rooftop Reception and that was my choice for Saturday evening.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTyv0zVvd2XTewwTOTQAhG32KfTBe9suFRsPMXShlt6C8fwJzNNz-3ROQs1LIpo4HJuqsjKya6ALD0bv6IDrqAaYm7Xgj9UaAsaV4agcQws_xsZ_6xLo_myZDw1XRBRnxiLVF7L06_QkNv9sbzolassuBoeIAubApzIVGcbQ1SulTBzgcuA2Btnq1O9g/s474/biltmorerooftopstreetlevel.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="296" data-original-width="474" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTyv0zVvd2XTewwTOTQAhG32KfTBe9suFRsPMXShlt6C8fwJzNNz-3ROQs1LIpo4HJuqsjKya6ALD0bv6IDrqAaYm7Xgj9UaAsaV4agcQws_xsZ_6xLo_myZDw1XRBRnxiLVF7L06_QkNv9sbzolassuBoeIAubApzIVGcbQ1SulTBzgcuA2Btnq1O9g/s320/biltmorerooftopstreetlevel.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhM_6W_2uW8svZZIhFzBrk9LHb1QrB18bZh4VJpRuz3M2pyZf8ug1KRKy7XlIRaMTSnstfU_Jfbv3qqPur13e-p_d9gMue-0OjPRzvAIT1y81XRxNab92cB9VRBSrLpsBehCHwd7cb216UCPwYZH4dGfJe2AhmryONE6jBqE5-CbCDr8EbYLYRta0ZQhw/s474/biltmorerooftop.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="355" data-original-width="474" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhM_6W_2uW8svZZIhFzBrk9LHb1QrB18bZh4VJpRuz3M2pyZf8ug1KRKy7XlIRaMTSnstfU_Jfbv3qqPur13e-p_d9gMue-0OjPRzvAIT1y81XRxNab92cB9VRBSrLpsBehCHwd7cb216UCPwYZH4dGfJe2AhmryONE6jBqE5-CbCDr8EbYLYRta0ZQhw/s320/biltmorerooftop.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQLC22NK4RuGUJ4Ugtu9CuYPN2WiikPn71w9rekDJEOucVfjD2H8EsRSH648-Bbto2BQIkSDv97nNt7wUtrBvkEMUj1v5n5LdlYsT_74mvpykKlB8FZMxMlAvNYLyZnoUhagli11uVuW_SYs_tr6lPmIuhMiy3fGuQ6RwebvB_LKgkJNx3FivMpvQ28g/s1600/Rooftoptour1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQLC22NK4RuGUJ4Ugtu9CuYPN2WiikPn71w9rekDJEOucVfjD2H8EsRSH648-Bbto2BQIkSDv97nNt7wUtrBvkEMUj1v5n5LdlYsT_74mvpykKlB8FZMxMlAvNYLyZnoUhagli11uVuW_SYs_tr6lPmIuhMiy3fGuQ6RwebvB_LKgkJNx3FivMpvQ28g/s320/Rooftoptour1.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Reception menu was as amazing as the views from that platform.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwXn0n3oxHz8oh1II2za856ssvRcoritB4xhT0CJzKiSKMCuhMuZ52bA999r_3fpCaYmq5LYMH_dePpgnMxTIZTJYsG1kQRDylrF2Bt1cvzq28zDIk9vXwqsYLdwtPbBZCiG-_A7zRHD5QG2inLupMfxIUkgFzkn5OXMbNmwOPBAh-50HIfwsTP6yDeg/s813/Screenshot%20(78).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="586" data-original-width="813" height="231" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwXn0n3oxHz8oh1II2za856ssvRcoritB4xhT0CJzKiSKMCuhMuZ52bA999r_3fpCaYmq5LYMH_dePpgnMxTIZTJYsG1kQRDylrF2Bt1cvzq28zDIk9vXwqsYLdwtPbBZCiG-_A7zRHD5QG2inLupMfxIUkgFzkn5OXMbNmwOPBAh-50HIfwsTP6yDeg/s320/Screenshot%20(78).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Biltmore Estate has been the filming location for many full-length movies and a Rooftop Reception seemed like the perfect time for a costume theme entitled Moguls and Movie Stars of the 1920s and 1930s. The attendees were in fine form and you may recognize Nick, Nora, and Asta and a favorite dance couple.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYOPNoLbeE78aQOR5t4c5Nxg8zUs63IIH1bL2vi8HQFds_GnN1ZjeJpvy-BH7_xLRvWe3lQ-PglnTLaMhBUbhZU1prQmG-2kObFUCjCCMuxKnnGIeSLogs95LGjzXmWdxGZHJelIn9Wi7PtO5gGwyw8w6HdUHQn1jeUVE-2em1SzO1z53nTpwBVb7M1g/s300/SallyGray.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="300" data-original-width="300" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYOPNoLbeE78aQOR5t4c5Nxg8zUs63IIH1bL2vi8HQFds_GnN1ZjeJpvy-BH7_xLRvWe3lQ-PglnTLaMhBUbhZU1prQmG-2kObFUCjCCMuxKnnGIeSLogs95LGjzXmWdxGZHJelIn9Wi7PtO5gGwyw8w6HdUHQn1jeUVE-2em1SzO1z53nTpwBVb7M1g/s1600/SallyGray.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2REDut1TVfj6Ojwee_uyUM_JTSDMWPPrdRfPyLI-1LfW9OFjVnJHKCQOt1BdlMu37F9jjijoEsS2D11sQng7YnazZwB44OCC056LYR0WOiV3XqSBv_1uoB_S1cuThaTOO02zneLWVmkgRkiX1f8mC4jiqAHwoe9waHoMMo-h6ZI_nG_4483K9t0ckzw/s300/Gable.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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After a day of beautiful weather it was so sad to see the skies had darkened and the rain clouds roll in which would make the Rooftop Reception impossible. We were guided through the main banquet room, generally off limits to visitors, and into the loft of the adjoining Stable Cafe where we were served our reception menu.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0V7hRGdopaSa4kfnOZgmY3Y5sWnRWwf161JXg7U_-Drbtr7ocvW68zsOmoaTQqQY2BJQz1kRXkx1Jxq6Bhdxp16w-QlfeW-wlB3hf2DUC5-KciO6rw3j5GUmyq7h8KD7SzHc_FwFFw3GTtfgWNxIgYmcgLK9sw-ev1XIoekipQPkSvnkFrpZ32h7IzQ/s640/13116447_1313864625308058_7767583482889044441_o.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0V7hRGdopaSa4kfnOZgmY3Y5sWnRWwf161JXg7U_-Drbtr7ocvW68zsOmoaTQqQY2BJQz1kRXkx1Jxq6Bhdxp16w-QlfeW-wlB3hf2DUC5-KciO6rw3j5GUmyq7h8KD7SzHc_FwFFw3GTtfgWNxIgYmcgLK9sw-ev1XIoekipQPkSvnkFrpZ32h7IzQ/s640/13116447_1313864625308058_7767583482889044441_o.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: left;">The rain lifted long enough for us to capture a few more photos of our award-winning group of Moguls and Movie Stars outside the Biltmore Stables.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCEu6dbUp6cCRMXRiOt442-iX7Jde6dJZttnVeCjC_UpKfhloR4M64dhuSuBhdUZd_5oKjIukrv-3icfRWInaL4MWMEPsNqgj71c44wYKkC50zDA993wBYZBNW8SxHXHWZ4wmqKLO7rbM3rys36wgPvkdbERbtaCd-MCFFEaSYFjO0LI-gq-Rwr6GdKw/s1024/13267998_10209711046109827_8383247846564864057_o.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="682" data-original-width="1024" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCEu6dbUp6cCRMXRiOt442-iX7Jde6dJZttnVeCjC_UpKfhloR4M64dhuSuBhdUZd_5oKjIukrv-3icfRWInaL4MWMEPsNqgj71c44wYKkC50zDA993wBYZBNW8SxHXHWZ4wmqKLO7rbM3rys36wgPvkdbERbtaCd-MCFFEaSYFjO0LI-gq-Rwr6GdKw/w400-h266/13267998_10209711046109827_8383247846564864057_o.jpg" width="400" /></a></div></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Too many to do in a single weekend. For this year Sunday was a day to choose your own activity from some which were pre-arranged such as sporting clays, or a carriage ride which takes you through the property to the back view of Biltmore House.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjD3NKJwnLaCmx1QH-BAqRCblcomwQGFv_GC1W_4eAWO0-AQJXf0iaNJGIy9xaXBb2K755le7REbSvq4TiWw89NDuzZZJxAruv71mTa6TEoEubAHub96OoRfOBWQhGJqBrcmpb6C4cG2acOmwOPDCKxxH9v57hd1B7303T0Q9gSTUrt6PANyBAy8heiRA/s1024/13268510_10209711046749843_6043045436594745017_o.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="682" data-original-width="1024" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjD3NKJwnLaCmx1QH-BAqRCblcomwQGFv_GC1W_4eAWO0-AQJXf0iaNJGIy9xaXBb2K755le7REbSvq4TiWw89NDuzZZJxAruv71mTa6TEoEubAHub96OoRfOBWQhGJqBrcmpb6C4cG2acOmwOPDCKxxH9v57hd1B7303T0Q9gSTUrt6PANyBAy8heiRA/s320/13268510_10209711046749843_6043045436594745017_o.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Not quite!! Sunday evening was to be a Grande Finale to our time on Biltmore Estate - A May Day Masquerade Ball! I had attended a Vintage Dance Week a year earlier and heard the music of Spare Parts, an extraordinary group from Massachusetts specializing in music from the Regency Era into the 1920s. I contracted them for an evening at Deerpark Lodge on the Estate with Sharon Guli, a Dance Mistress out of Colorado with the ability to read a dance group and teach and call the dances to the enjoyment of novice and experienced dancers alike.</div><div class="separator" style="background-color: white; clear: both; color: #333333; font-family: Times, serif; font-size: 15.73px;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhV3lggpzWbXNQXI4pscGF941RLCdj4a4yv06txwjVebwTe6X7Q9hb_B27O4320MgQKiZJ9caBo4RyOu28ZLCcNolMy3YDHxHsOKmS_lsbRqNNbB-FXHvp9oV4WVyyXJtlUKgI7NylOcS5-dIazOjEiF0hLY6ycniqfARnpDWbk_WGx1ECHfyV0MPvK9g/s300/MasqueradeBall.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="188" data-original-width="300" height="188" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhV3lggpzWbXNQXI4pscGF941RLCdj4a4yv06txwjVebwTe6X7Q9hb_B27O4320MgQKiZJ9caBo4RyOu28ZLCcNolMy3YDHxHsOKmS_lsbRqNNbB-FXHvp9oV4WVyyXJtlUKgI7NylOcS5-dIazOjEiF0hLY6ycniqfARnpDWbk_WGx1ECHfyV0MPvK9g/s1600/MasqueradeBall.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUWnBsyYxYYgUpmOYweNxg-9fQovjlNXpoPlclPrI3QEXAb1D-cghMYkG5y3_Q56ZvLghwdcaEub3ocuZz9a2obYeuBivw9na8aY3Mgfhl-nf1e6K9OTQZMAfrq17y5M6F73mIPechwBxyxdU-0wnnf0uBxJYGQqBc0IUn7Izmid-6gmhdCc11HqDu0Q/s288/guess%20who.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="288" data-original-width="170" height="288" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUWnBsyYxYYgUpmOYweNxg-9fQovjlNXpoPlclPrI3QEXAb1D-cghMYkG5y3_Q56ZvLghwdcaEub3ocuZz9a2obYeuBivw9na8aY3Mgfhl-nf1e6K9OTQZMAfrq17y5M6F73mIPechwBxyxdU-0wnnf0uBxJYGQqBc0IUn7Izmid-6gmhdCc11HqDu0Q/s1600/guess%20who.jpg" width="170" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I had selected a menu to be served in the Deerpark Lodge Courtyard and to add to the festivities the feast would be served under the stars!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh490gwiTUrPxQEDIhvB4PqEQQIohJyXfzTuo6qc3ZyPVirQKCJ0hRjbDS3im7OlVgs4S9w4oQ9LM31MwSHnISMg6jn6jaKuiogIofo1lbjMlU0CslYbzgwyBvWyHBwyX7J-gVMl4auycoGjnbI_Tb2lta-FAEoycfdfKPd7VrkdpkIHpoh-e8506hvQQ/s826/Screenshot%20(79).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="673" data-original-width="826" height="261" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh490gwiTUrPxQEDIhvB4PqEQQIohJyXfzTuo6qc3ZyPVirQKCJ0hRjbDS3im7OlVgs4S9w4oQ9LM31MwSHnISMg6jn6jaKuiogIofo1lbjMlU0CslYbzgwyBvWyHBwyX7J-gVMl4auycoGjnbI_Tb2lta-FAEoycfdfKPd7VrkdpkIHpoh-e8506hvQQ/s320/Screenshot%20(79).png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizW2O9XaUc3-QfGTMNDYGNvqN1czYLvprJPu8M4DitMzaGKsF5NT0dbBkA8yZoS8-WmtJjktGnT06xzfWrvTmeqGR0NQDDgcOnIWz7ZoAyZUhNuI0JtsWnnfIdBf89OkGeIrl0FnlUuNRtd6V269DrHG5DAQw7AdvfaLIAfEtGMkcVLsPkhp0grY9yhA/s1024/13243718_10209711051909972_2151357736297270761_o.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="682" data-original-width="1024" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizW2O9XaUc3-QfGTMNDYGNvqN1czYLvprJPu8M4DitMzaGKsF5NT0dbBkA8yZoS8-WmtJjktGnT06xzfWrvTmeqGR0NQDDgcOnIWz7ZoAyZUhNuI0JtsWnnfIdBf89OkGeIrl0FnlUuNRtd6V269DrHG5DAQw7AdvfaLIAfEtGMkcVLsPkhp0grY9yhA/w400-h266/13243718_10209711051909972_2151357736297270761_o.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I don't have the words to describe the detailed, colorful, and creative costumes for that evening. So here are a few photos:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgSoU6v-yHkzGI2-MQCUQ9Zx7nQiX-vNngyswhmv9HVRqwyWC3PDZheaD-aa2dTwaHEIF0OPmUtHiFGBRXvSHwrKZdtdGZVha1eC_G0xhQPxGRwaUra4hp6Hh-AB59kA1tsvekWFHmP6monnfbdYl7-g6jufeAcxm3ABRdM9xPkXW83Jnq-YHuT37H1g/s1000/13086947_1314764418552907_2287940793972379580_o.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="750" data-original-width="1000" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgSoU6v-yHkzGI2-MQCUQ9Zx7nQiX-vNngyswhmv9HVRqwyWC3PDZheaD-aa2dTwaHEIF0OPmUtHiFGBRXvSHwrKZdtdGZVha1eC_G0xhQPxGRwaUra4hp6Hh-AB59kA1tsvekWFHmP6monnfbdYl7-g6jufeAcxm3ABRdM9xPkXW83Jnq-YHuT37H1g/s320/13086947_1314764418552907_2287940793972379580_o.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHcLdptfjnDynks4F0gSUwiWiYUGHe-cLS-U_ZokC1MjaCK5R9ijCnaAokZRr9H8RqlkArQEJlCQr0Y9eRy-B2TqDX-N6MSD6fwvlp_jH2cQiPDSPL5aPW9JlpQ5O_0z5pjO0p-xOD63DA089se83D5S4xpsoacZoKk_AdFBwEILcr7lnTMWwFQTuLLw/s1000/13119772_1314763735219642_3640406958411237424_o.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Then it was time to dance the night away!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjubCrp1JsT8Ey0_nAViFcswF0xZarcDepfth3sBu93LpcCkWMHeDK3U0W3oDHrpRrWhLAvUzGcmXQEnWS-0tgcKzjovdGVkdcnxyN-fH8KcBxl-AH_wRr3zV-jWkF0aaZIi8wyHM6YCOaNsSuJogpwQuJ2ccbYXdaoEnN4MVGMk0whPb_G5xaCRAQp_Q/s1024/12440755_10209711052029975_4626250952564037729_o.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="682" data-original-width="1024" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjubCrp1JsT8Ey0_nAViFcswF0xZarcDepfth3sBu93LpcCkWMHeDK3U0W3oDHrpRrWhLAvUzGcmXQEnWS-0tgcKzjovdGVkdcnxyN-fH8KcBxl-AH_wRr3zV-jWkF0aaZIi8wyHM6YCOaNsSuJogpwQuJ2ccbYXdaoEnN4MVGMk0whPb_G5xaCRAQp_Q/s320/12440755_10209711052029975_4626250952564037729_o.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Photos were available on the website as well as a memory book. So very well done!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgojnHZVlIxRqG4N1L6AbApURQl9HMnY7CMopGpdCI-T_2rP9j-geKMUL3M_DPaDdV-vR4Bc5cobNMqE9C0ncZS_udEa20Bb9L0apWEMjv9pTai5aFndr0J6zBbu2Iyam0UpaoKGJWqBUwiRkTX_aYFVbS9ldXXAD8GXEyNBUDNidoHL_2Qduea-L7afg/s2048/335406834_964920958009590_1875984558458454112_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1880" data-original-width="2048" height="294" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgojnHZVlIxRqG4N1L6AbApURQl9HMnY7CMopGpdCI-T_2rP9j-geKMUL3M_DPaDdV-vR4Bc5cobNMqE9C0ncZS_udEa20Bb9L0apWEMjv9pTai5aFndr0J6zBbu2Iyam0UpaoKGJWqBUwiRkTX_aYFVbS9ldXXAD8GXEyNBUDNidoHL_2Qduea-L7afg/s320/335406834_964920958009590_1875984558458454112_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGA5Wj9wEmBNovdcbZHfHa-NSaV3KLLX_saopWhhkIt0US5nqPORrcps-ZA2vTk8dzaacFBB5X8A6Y-kVIWNH0Sh_yMfluaT6Sy1yzi9x2pHO4_xT0oFh-oMnHCVSwoe8Dpjzxbx4H4Fn9oX-PDjfMvaXP3ETN6k_ikEfZT0v-FuIzWnRLfbRTyQbDJw/s2048/335731215_161241076411306_1459316220362812786_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGA5Wj9wEmBNovdcbZHfHa-NSaV3KLLX_saopWhhkIt0US5nqPORrcps-ZA2vTk8dzaacFBB5X8A6Y-kVIWNH0Sh_yMfluaT6Sy1yzi9x2pHO4_xT0oFh-oMnHCVSwoe8Dpjzxbx4H4Fn9oX-PDjfMvaXP3ETN6k_ikEfZT0v-FuIzWnRLfbRTyQbDJw/s320/335731215_161241076411306_1459316220362812786_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguqDuXtJ8PicZruIK0ChdlotUJ4Ao1VFYE1DvnNSDCvk0UgrlAPWGwYqk--Z80vEzH6JulbSxAfFE6Ep-sLoNYTr5St5O-1TT59Y0kXpcoC3qYleyTW4jJF1DRwOwHniTMHakTCdRgeMla0nMyZvin860SpQJDzyvaZFBzU1RDis1NXFrd4-8K0I1Tyw/s2048/335415838_1674284589751628_1069354163702051251_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguqDuXtJ8PicZruIK0ChdlotUJ4Ao1VFYE1DvnNSDCvk0UgrlAPWGwYqk--Z80vEzH6JulbSxAfFE6Ep-sLoNYTr5St5O-1TT59Y0kXpcoC3qYleyTW4jJF1DRwOwHniTMHakTCdRgeMla0nMyZvin860SpQJDzyvaZFBzU1RDis1NXFrd4-8K0I1Tyw/s320/335415838_1674284589751628_1069354163702051251_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcyYCR8lSbW12CW9HsyWshaQePH5ZTiUQinU80jyr3zh7tmaVOmM8cMX8FSVXtUwW9t2XmdVLu5Kdrkh8ZWYfXnHy_b5CfapNOD27492TicptCnt-sQpk7hF_TysdBsmaAqPYfauJryTZ35Z5DowdWpjAAdgtfZ3rZIW2GY1_TBYErvmiHzyfQMcrScQ/s2048/335462869_609659251012074_3041385938664007438_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1889" data-original-width="2048" height="295" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcyYCR8lSbW12CW9HsyWshaQePH5ZTiUQinU80jyr3zh7tmaVOmM8cMX8FSVXtUwW9t2XmdVLu5Kdrkh8ZWYfXnHy_b5CfapNOD27492TicptCnt-sQpk7hF_TysdBsmaAqPYfauJryTZ35Z5DowdWpjAAdgtfZ3rZIW2GY1_TBYErvmiHzyfQMcrScQ/s320/335462869_609659251012074_3041385938664007438_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>But wait!!</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">After some months had passed and I was still travelling all over the east coast for work, I learned that Biltmore Estate would once again offer a costume exhibit in 2018 - Glamour on Board: Fashion From Titanic The Movie. A quick call confirmed that the Champagne Cellar was open for Saturday, April 14. It seemed the Universe was telling me most sincerely that it was time to create one more costume event at Biltmore Estate. I listened. And I did.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9MWz5Un-nKUDLs3BgbB62hG1YnmLRsueJmSmHIKfWaBDUEmNdBA5prE9SVAU9e_-Fl48hHOLE5VGckbDuRQzEdS3TU901LM0OcmvF0XeJO2NYYz5CYdIHhHULcpRltFuqfiNiXj8OQfeKeaOX2tg1SeoO8Iqo4sZo3mxzd-T3mEp0burh9362U_LKgw/s474/titaniccostumesign.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="276" data-original-width="474" height="186" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9MWz5Un-nKUDLs3BgbB62hG1YnmLRsueJmSmHIKfWaBDUEmNdBA5prE9SVAU9e_-Fl48hHOLE5VGckbDuRQzEdS3TU901LM0OcmvF0XeJO2NYYz5CYdIHhHULcpRltFuqfiNiXj8OQfeKeaOX2tg1SeoO8Iqo4sZo3mxzd-T3mEp0burh9362U_LKgw/s320/titaniccostumesign.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Party Like A Vanderbilt - Sail Away - Season 3 - The Finale</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The plans were made, the contracts signed, and again a blog post in October 2017 inviting the public. This would be the only blog post I published that year as work was beyond hectic. And I was very much looking forward to a very special event!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzCxYNOsNfnNzyajyu6cPb-r9yHE2bD7y7lRESDXR-dT1KABBw4GU8Rsf0y0SupavlU4-IIDukbJhHnRv4Ofj2HCQtcMBdf7gk0oVCVmCSghI2ndKssUw1bsmxcJ13Pi6pZvj4G1dPpk4jUOjTbeOqA2lMTCAF05fKXz7MfGC1yKbKGMQkjf55c94Qfg/s1885/Blog2017.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="851" data-original-width="1885" height="144" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzCxYNOsNfnNzyajyu6cPb-r9yHE2bD7y7lRESDXR-dT1KABBw4GU8Rsf0y0SupavlU4-IIDukbJhHnRv4Ofj2HCQtcMBdf7gk0oVCVmCSghI2ndKssUw1bsmxcJ13Pi6pZvj4G1dPpk4jUOjTbeOqA2lMTCAF05fKXz7MfGC1yKbKGMQkjf55c94Qfg/s320/Blog2017.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2017/10/party-like-vanderbilt-sail-away-season.html" target="_blank">https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2017/10/party-like-vanderbilt-sail-away-season.html</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The lives of everyone on board the Titanic on that fateful night would be forever changed whether they were a lost soul or a fortunate survivor. The movie reminds us of the individuals from all walks of life and the fragility of life. The exhibit at Biltmore Estate and our weekend together seemed like the perfect time to honor some of those passengers. And that is what I tried to do with the badges we would wear in 2018.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg106FoaaTBPcIpYjQtKceKt25n1FzVetSa9FvQozNPNG2eRPL5TTAd29GwE9H4bu5PvNc3CJRLpYXVbbsSxu1BLmtzYWNP_jZP5u-Lk8LlVCZ4Sjq62M6DGfWJSq_h0VO_IbZZBUmABvu5F5EQooEspy73JDjKLcMVl6Tlrx4IGDcg0M-bgAbSlHMwDw/s474/VioletJessup.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="474" data-original-width="474" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg106FoaaTBPcIpYjQtKceKt25n1FzVetSa9FvQozNPNG2eRPL5TTAd29GwE9H4bu5PvNc3CJRLpYXVbbsSxu1BLmtzYWNP_jZP5u-Lk8LlVCZ4Sjq62M6DGfWJSq_h0VO_IbZZBUmABvu5F5EQooEspy73JDjKLcMVl6Tlrx4IGDcg0M-bgAbSlHMwDw/s320/VioletJessup.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Like me, Patrick's hair turned silver at a young age. I was thrilled when he agreed to grow a beard over the next five months and portray Captain Edward John Smith.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgy5_AHsLcNJDXeg79hHKZVx_kF26K6vfiGqobZI5lFg9D5yL8_LJlzVSyuw-VtlBZqEEa42e4BtzzHMbgE2t6DrOzptEsvyEL2Gyb4noygMt92T3Pe4Li2MqCJCi_LnBXoKC2h3KcKR90Pe7DNBU6iDlSG9dGlPER09dBN8uQrcEnRxCCAv1RoLz-tKw/s640/captainsmith.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="474" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgy5_AHsLcNJDXeg79hHKZVx_kF26K6vfiGqobZI5lFg9D5yL8_LJlzVSyuw-VtlBZqEEa42e4BtzzHMbgE2t6DrOzptEsvyEL2Gyb4noygMt92T3Pe4Li2MqCJCi_LnBXoKC2h3KcKR90Pe7DNBU6iDlSG9dGlPER09dBN8uQrcEnRxCCAv1RoLz-tKw/s320/captainsmith.jpg" width="237" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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What if some members of the 1997 Titanic movie wanted to join our group? So I sat down, contacted them through their IMDb info, and invited them. "Dear Mr. Cameron, have you visited Biltmore Estate....."</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLfexchxX2fKsNbxqzzxCKLWk2VLiNck0d14dGMv0wayoyKUTq0smYhWxYTZ5MW99LNEBZAlHngUIo-iK9xvkUEFasA7SBL-7YEdmjeotbFrx7Cn26lcFWmXLDZ8bHX8YodjPrhQgBgvqT0RXhjQOqZThIs8AygoOIrg2jXMmnByDSpn2_QXMMG8lIPg/s474/IMDb.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="139" data-original-width="474" height="94" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLfexchxX2fKsNbxqzzxCKLWk2VLiNck0d14dGMv0wayoyKUTq0smYhWxYTZ5MW99LNEBZAlHngUIo-iK9xvkUEFasA7SBL-7YEdmjeotbFrx7Cn26lcFWmXLDZ8bHX8YodjPrhQgBgvqT0RXhjQOqZThIs8AygoOIrg2jXMmnByDSpn2_QXMMG8lIPg/s320/IMDb.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And lo and behold! I received acceptances! Scheduling and logistics, security and privacy all got in the way of some of the potential attendees but we were able to work out the details for one special attendee and I was thrilled!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Joining our group for the weekend would be Rochelle Rose who portrayed Lucy Noell Martha, Countess of Rothes.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjknwMdmy6wpe0fHkCG-40mXoj6u96v5KW3SL5anhAL6TP2hggEfY7bA7rw-imt2p8DL9-Yp8yOxYWNDQMsNgK4_U7cYUIsc3LdXmsievm7TZvER_tI0-FeExtEIl9lH2r9aP8SmDIpuZPNUqWbAL1F7Lm6nyxC4Ftyhq3V-1P5fp1kZ7-EYu_v89GX-Q/s700/rochelleovalimage.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="458" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjknwMdmy6wpe0fHkCG-40mXoj6u96v5KW3SL5anhAL6TP2hggEfY7bA7rw-imt2p8DL9-Yp8yOxYWNDQMsNgK4_U7cYUIsc3LdXmsievm7TZvER_tI0-FeExtEIl9lH2r9aP8SmDIpuZPNUqWbAL1F7Lm6nyxC4Ftyhq3V-1P5fp1kZ7-EYu_v89GX-Q/s320/rochelleovalimage.jpg" width="209" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">As all the actors in the film, Rochelle wore some truly spectacular vintage and recreated costumes, but my favorite was her ivory and gold gown from the dinner scene.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeKtsvKjQ5YgbBoyG8A2U1qCVLVV2YkBG03IImwHR5tRoIPUBrMpciirDgvmTWK5QLKMrdL73-BmlQk4oLByR-ZSQ5ETvZMvyACTO5y0s7GUG2SPSrUciXZt4wdht49skwddoykrkTDhEq_0Ns4L26J4TynfZ8dwYKUSIhVTjjUzo-Gk5LDA0vHSCnqw/s945/rochellegoldgown.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="945" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeKtsvKjQ5YgbBoyG8A2U1qCVLVV2YkBG03IImwHR5tRoIPUBrMpciirDgvmTWK5QLKMrdL73-BmlQk4oLByR-ZSQ5ETvZMvyACTO5y0s7GUG2SPSrUciXZt4wdht49skwddoykrkTDhEq_0Ns4L26J4TynfZ8dwYKUSIhVTjjUzo-Gk5LDA0vHSCnqw/s320/rochellegoldgown.jpg" width="217" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1j_2rxW7SiUzxVwgKGO8mcwZX17BFM_I5qSV997Jth_lFV6aUT1UJ43qXQv2nBOEm58rJrmYCh20iFhZm9c942MBn93GqrfiFBvfnDGTr1YVOoAryWmbngjIjgVyt3mR4H2j9Nz7T-f1T-gV2RgwXx6bcEZEPRfQQA1A35Ke8kCT_dOUMvWNaqupCcg/s1200/rochellewithcaptain.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1196" data-original-width="1200" height="319" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1j_2rxW7SiUzxVwgKGO8mcwZX17BFM_I5qSV997Jth_lFV6aUT1UJ43qXQv2nBOEm58rJrmYCh20iFhZm9c942MBn93GqrfiFBvfnDGTr1YVOoAryWmbngjIjgVyt3mR4H2j9Nz7T-f1T-gV2RgwXx6bcEZEPRfQQA1A35Ke8kCT_dOUMvWNaqupCcg/s320/rochellewithcaptain.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Before I learned to sew I was fortunate to wear some creations by Kate, maisondeverneur, an exceptional seamstress in France. Kate offered to recreate the ivory and gold gown for Rochelle to wear at our Titanic dinner. The finished gown arrives and with the gold silk satin and hand embroidery and beading it is extraordinary! Kate is an artist! And I can't wait for Rochelle to see and wear thus beautiful gown!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3bqj4DwVVTN9swZk87DOyJAp5iVMUcuBCBY4MvToC6VmRtLKqpGYzMLNWgcsQwdzDxqfUfDt_yd6FC8fadz9qvI0LFDsw8P0uiCVg0JQu6Rtxh-YuH4aYu2E-d_bexG8tvDdZ5lwXO4BVPza4FSP03Ew0FX_NdRHj7xevG0x1Gix4c_jGpjlapNXVAg/s1956/31120836_10216718491131573_6413947835921727488_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1464" data-original-width="1956" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3bqj4DwVVTN9swZk87DOyJAp5iVMUcuBCBY4MvToC6VmRtLKqpGYzMLNWgcsQwdzDxqfUfDt_yd6FC8fadz9qvI0LFDsw8P0uiCVg0JQu6Rtxh-YuH4aYu2E-d_bexG8tvDdZ5lwXO4BVPza4FSP03Ew0FX_NdRHj7xevG0x1Gix4c_jGpjlapNXVAg/s320/31120836_10216718491131573_6413947835921727488_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiU88p0QIAZ473LRCXA5LofYTDd1OuUs_ekJVYbv1uMRNRhczIiEX2dopysXhFL_W_tGmStF0irIhABvs-3ZAk5XnhKu7lT2dqSLZE0UoEG6oxKrE1Ixk8ebggWNkKhJ2KNQekXnMG76DaQ63prsnYtoQgzDYQqNRjYkxGYg94PsIh_8Ayq3TfI-mYElw/s1956/31093427_10216718492171599_1198080976895344640_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1956" data-original-width="1464" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiU88p0QIAZ473LRCXA5LofYTDd1OuUs_ekJVYbv1uMRNRhczIiEX2dopysXhFL_W_tGmStF0irIhABvs-3ZAk5XnhKu7lT2dqSLZE0UoEG6oxKrE1Ixk8ebggWNkKhJ2KNQekXnMG76DaQ63prsnYtoQgzDYQqNRjYkxGYg94PsIh_8Ayq3TfI-mYElw/s320/31093427_10216718492171599_1198080976895344640_n.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVIZNGVh5LTQgsUA7lWAABAAtFXcD4CQ6B3YX7Yh-7o3HG6I4d1TJ5TEVzaqsZCvKuuGs6mhpln2iiaSFFMPZBgULpuX6XjoYB0W75HsHW8tSh1cuyzbfcsAtXeBlHoUiXZK7gmG3QDSNP3lJwbRvxr9LremChZLSgwLbHGpQjZYCqLDB8IimT3KShRg/s1956/31096942_10216718486811465_5984654232505024512_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1956" data-original-width="1464" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVIZNGVh5LTQgsUA7lWAABAAtFXcD4CQ6B3YX7Yh-7o3HG6I4d1TJ5TEVzaqsZCvKuuGs6mhpln2iiaSFFMPZBgULpuX6XjoYB0W75HsHW8tSh1cuyzbfcsAtXeBlHoUiXZK7gmG3QDSNP3lJwbRvxr9LremChZLSgwLbHGpQjZYCqLDB8IimT3KShRg/s320/31096942_10216718486811465_5984654232505024512_n.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5vggj2h_3RIcId-W94cG4Na7POnI2VaaH5-BxGMUaUCOe7fkcjSUHyLYHqYfbPtT6Kqj8Uvv9BqQRbMcppVuSDG3uwkFubgztvAqwzefZQ5Kie0UIweFmSlYi10IptN3cYiYu8FDqDy4L6mNQcYsVO6_n4Yb2PPACfR2udFBs5pXgYpNw9Ab1PUAbcQ/s1956/31092139_10216718487491482_7059811458682454016_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1956" data-original-width="1464" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5vggj2h_3RIcId-W94cG4Na7POnI2VaaH5-BxGMUaUCOe7fkcjSUHyLYHqYfbPtT6Kqj8Uvv9BqQRbMcppVuSDG3uwkFubgztvAqwzefZQ5Kie0UIweFmSlYi10IptN3cYiYu8FDqDy4L6mNQcYsVO6_n4Yb2PPACfR2udFBs5pXgYpNw9Ab1PUAbcQ/s320/31092139_10216718487491482_7059811458682454016_n.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Biltmore Estate was a working dairy operation as early as 1900 and that continued for decades. In 1977 a sixth-generation winemaker was brought from France to oversee and develop the vineyards and wine production that come from Biltmore today. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOAoYLNkHSPxwQoEjR3GnD5IGV92wcs4EfXhWRxsPhdbgd5HeSWX3HvcIZ-FTNm4UnVmy6aYIQ7V5yP298YGkP3NCxn7k8rO9pMTdaxGobtLk5lQ_8P4kSratH4kphwHlyVitCNevWzXzj08dna6xq93eHCT5uU8E7WiOi18qonmhBOWI-wxnjw3ajjA/s1080/biltmore-dairy-delivery-wagon-1080x638-1.webp" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="638" data-original-width="1080" height="189" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOAoYLNkHSPxwQoEjR3GnD5IGV92wcs4EfXhWRxsPhdbgd5HeSWX3HvcIZ-FTNm4UnVmy6aYIQ7V5yP298YGkP3NCxn7k8rO9pMTdaxGobtLk5lQ_8P4kSratH4kphwHlyVitCNevWzXzj08dna6xq93eHCT5uU8E7WiOi18qonmhBOWI-wxnjw3ajjA/s320/biltmore-dairy-delivery-wagon-1080x638-1.webp" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCpRJaWd9zlyBKRmcgv22jsjHC4wzu1n5GZ95u1hwEP1HPuYmuQh2s8vykfr0hc8XBB67fEMF1G1eKcN2pbBzUb-0IB-Rq5cZzpPhVHoaSvCbG6jxUW43WEzV5DdK-TnH2XT_-HZW2Thk7kjxQiBXBCK8tc_etc3kqtlvediCFzKKy35SrAZkqs8cGzA/s474/biltmoredairy.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="250" data-original-width="474" height="169" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCpRJaWd9zlyBKRmcgv22jsjHC4wzu1n5GZ95u1hwEP1HPuYmuQh2s8vykfr0hc8XBB67fEMF1G1eKcN2pbBzUb-0IB-Rq5cZzpPhVHoaSvCbG6jxUW43WEzV5DdK-TnH2XT_-HZW2Thk7kjxQiBXBCK8tc_etc3kqtlvediCFzKKy35SrAZkqs8cGzA/s320/biltmoredairy.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAev3FRh6dz0IZM0nFr2nU0d0Vw4DcsKUizcjQ19wVdHCerJTzqdZpG2_a90UHG0kGi1wnaVwXBUxxl5unhFQxRvj-y8SyCACeuUd0RbbT3O07gDrsCBm0cGVMnUE2YgnWzuwO9sdRvBnZeoucFeUwvmy793FT8X3ZbSxMZpVy4bYdHCnmuAGm_Uid7Q/s474/biltmorewinery.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="315" data-original-width="474" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAev3FRh6dz0IZM0nFr2nU0d0Vw4DcsKUizcjQ19wVdHCerJTzqdZpG2_a90UHG0kGi1wnaVwXBUxxl5unhFQxRvj-y8SyCACeuUd0RbbT3O07gDrsCBm0cGVMnUE2YgnWzuwO9sdRvBnZeoucFeUwvmy793FT8X3ZbSxMZpVy4bYdHCnmuAGm_Uid7Q/s320/biltmorewinery.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidjV4xOVbmaVXCEhHOD3oHRQ0eGBJEidoHZgwlhs-qMdKqTS3jdU5zmSVKUdKJMTgDjgklVOoPR6r31I7TsvyQFoAcD1AtV-Wqjt0pVaZ7W8hQuQuA27RZh59Cy57WZo8sidchXO8lrowlC_afYDraRlIz9bxaGQriu7PlQKck-1xja2XXW-nIMzdLdQ/s474/biltmore%20wines.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="248" data-original-width="474" height="167" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidjV4xOVbmaVXCEhHOD3oHRQ0eGBJEidoHZgwlhs-qMdKqTS3jdU5zmSVKUdKJMTgDjgklVOoPR6r31I7TsvyQFoAcD1AtV-Wqjt0pVaZ7W8hQuQuA27RZh59Cy57WZo8sidchXO8lrowlC_afYDraRlIz9bxaGQriu7PlQKck-1xja2XXW-nIMzdLdQ/s320/biltmore%20wines.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The day of travel can be lengthy and exhausting and I decided that this year our first evening would be a time to meet each other and unwind with a tour of The Winery. We took the complete tour of The Winery, enjoyed a wine tasting, and then a casual dinner at The Bistro. It was a nice way to start the event and gave me an opportunity to talk with each attendee and present them with their badge and image of the Titanic passenger they would honor over the weekend.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizuipdFcTvUYJP9KGBLnns8nKSkNiUUfMDM5UXdj4osF0KLrcvDRORApk4ot8_juub3jnhk5mIIrxkijqw5ZCIJL_5TWtYHh_HNy2n8y5NfdaoH6ncxNr03IHsdEan0TN_WaITMo_ET9yKdxdzO6prta749byAx8x8PWXOZ4arJ2TaGeDQj3OapqbeCA/s640/335098488_1165153660859732_2868045973096420988_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="526" data-original-width="640" height="263" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizuipdFcTvUYJP9KGBLnns8nKSkNiUUfMDM5UXdj4osF0KLrcvDRORApk4ot8_juub3jnhk5mIIrxkijqw5ZCIJL_5TWtYHh_HNy2n8y5NfdaoH6ncxNr03IHsdEan0TN_WaITMo_ET9yKdxdzO6prta749byAx8x8PWXOZ4arJ2TaGeDQj3OapqbeCA/s320/335098488_1165153660859732_2868045973096420988_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidUh9CG6S3gF1p_f7cfyP1i42ZRjIC3m9De226eh5kn-PpJlbDf9HzSaayG75LjJ-pzNdBRqrf8EM-gshZJQG047njz-GZ9qWUrru_9ZZGozFRvU3GRjxqbLh99GWJjT4FpOqlz8ByUPmg5tbW6WN_zcOxUaYCNVF1X4-xkWyoTZCuxMja7lJOEsclDg/s2048/335024181_717154066755956_787353518845023455_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1731" data-original-width="2048" height="270" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidUh9CG6S3gF1p_f7cfyP1i42ZRjIC3m9De226eh5kn-PpJlbDf9HzSaayG75LjJ-pzNdBRqrf8EM-gshZJQG047njz-GZ9qWUrru_9ZZGozFRvU3GRjxqbLh99GWJjT4FpOqlz8ByUPmg5tbW6WN_zcOxUaYCNVF1X4-xkWyoTZCuxMja7lJOEsclDg/s320/335024181_717154066755956_787353518845023455_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidW6ePJjCQrV6Zre5KA0Up4mJRPSrS5Mv02AVFhfhV2XynzUJh7EV5rr0d4QFhxce9N36sCYQKfcJC8MMeNGFho1jLxrYx9_HaN6jDrzancWnPiYfFn_Yw4injiBdpgVVImE1yq6Tz-FbcvF06nPZGN34TtgRcURxEQcj2ylqmAcDBHoUHhMlr2Ax4nw/s2048/335195262_231886329208543_3557757932751557700_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1638" data-original-width="2048" height="256" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidW6ePJjCQrV6Zre5KA0Up4mJRPSrS5Mv02AVFhfhV2XynzUJh7EV5rr0d4QFhxce9N36sCYQKfcJC8MMeNGFho1jLxrYx9_HaN6jDrzancWnPiYfFn_Yw4injiBdpgVVImE1yq6Tz-FbcvF06nPZGN34TtgRcURxEQcj2ylqmAcDBHoUHhMlr2Ax4nw/s320/335195262_231886329208543_3557757932751557700_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Saturday morning we began our tour of Biltmore House and the Titanic movie costume exhibit. Rochelle Rose joined us in a suit created by The Fashion Archaeologist.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/market/the_fashion_archaeologist" target="_blank">https://www.etsy.com/market/the_fashion_archaeologist</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">It was a joy to follow Rochelle as she viewed the exhibit sharing her memories of the movie filming and the costumes she wore. When we arrived in the Banquet Hall where her gold dinner gown was displayed she quietly whispered "That's not the necklace I wore." 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As this event was several weeks earlier than the previous one in 2016, the spring gardens were in full bloom.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijTM6YPngFHhzwIUiEHQvqjiimWbpaidNUVaNnTbDGdR9WfxcnMFJ4Sm598ctcCO6VIXS0acPvE08HnJqmdF7k3epG3bJ8KhdiwOqxopAQMgEKeMh5k8HRZZ8MfrevM9Z1DO7AkXHPiorCQ2FMgMYX-GOjjG551Cf-Eqmw6XCum4143ACxfg6VRwtzwA/s2048/335895140_729910105492739_4820486198956164458_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1328" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijTM6YPngFHhzwIUiEHQvqjiimWbpaidNUVaNnTbDGdR9WfxcnMFJ4Sm598ctcCO6VIXS0acPvE08HnJqmdF7k3epG3bJ8KhdiwOqxopAQMgEKeMh5k8HRZZ8MfrevM9Z1DO7AkXHPiorCQ2FMgMYX-GOjjG551Cf-Eqmw6XCum4143ACxfg6VRwtzwA/s320/335895140_729910105492739_4820486198956164458_n.jpg" width="208" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUj7uAABaSziTdh2cTT8gRxyZxYNTbwL4ik1qSRhksp5Su6HQOd9bAw8mXgdqiEZlb22wt4sfiR567P0B-MTYadiOA02MdYXSskjIcmHTinVqg1ZZDC3sU46PSPW7dyfb2WMiEVvIVUAVQpTacJ8WRL9VA6yi3AHySxUxxEJoCoWH4LR5Rn5eAYnLrVQ/s2048/335645295_1267258120493102_2722492199869146329_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1491" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUj7uAABaSziTdh2cTT8gRxyZxYNTbwL4ik1qSRhksp5Su6HQOd9bAw8mXgdqiEZlb22wt4sfiR567P0B-MTYadiOA02MdYXSskjIcmHTinVqg1ZZDC3sU46PSPW7dyfb2WMiEVvIVUAVQpTacJ8WRL9VA6yi3AHySxUxxEJoCoWH4LR5Rn5eAYnLrVQ/s320/335645295_1267258120493102_2722492199869146329_n.jpg" width="233" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEip9aF02hxM9N9yh8xB15aitLjR6_MuJ3622wqNKpDrGf5v1g6CR6rjRBR492zo4h0T9WoE3c6sCA5QnKAzxednJQyFT4w0n34dZ-4p_Fwbgn99LYQ0qz2I88PHeAm0pakw29lLpOx_Wrngm1d6dQX4lXkbAPD8piJx9d64slUFL_qkQbN59kAnOFG9aA/s960/30724864_10211642320801104_8689732688313057280_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEip9aF02hxM9N9yh8xB15aitLjR6_MuJ3622wqNKpDrGf5v1g6CR6rjRBR492zo4h0T9WoE3c6sCA5QnKAzxednJQyFT4w0n34dZ-4p_Fwbgn99LYQ0qz2I88PHeAm0pakw29lLpOx_Wrngm1d6dQX4lXkbAPD8piJx9d64slUFL_qkQbN59kAnOFG9aA/s320/30724864_10211642320801104_8689732688313057280_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5AVpDz5ayMH4BJGaOavFm6NY4v31a2NuRhPS_X4fvU61TlO3IsWMtVUwQd9eM_AijWDGY3wJnrY5rZ090qzJHSn2o8k5RM0P7xFrUfYPTrkwOJSaoHpUg-VshO_BNt8CFxGz-WwAACiH_2KTPNr2EEVRMwv6QTTB0AAYVDVfGcbJNK8L8tWSLeBgMRg/s2048/335557575_2360960647412039_7240871909055211557_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1283" data-original-width="2048" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5AVpDz5ayMH4BJGaOavFm6NY4v31a2NuRhPS_X4fvU61TlO3IsWMtVUwQd9eM_AijWDGY3wJnrY5rZ090qzJHSn2o8k5RM0P7xFrUfYPTrkwOJSaoHpUg-VshO_BNt8CFxGz-WwAACiH_2KTPNr2EEVRMwv6QTTB0AAYVDVfGcbJNK8L8tWSLeBgMRg/s320/335557575_2360960647412039_7240871909055211557_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJkzjeq_zmdBuCIIv3no2KwwDPHBjkSP88u9nTrQfMrbNWeW1dj-kBuVXYHPaZOiGIfdGYg85iIpDwLpQr7m6nDWfzyBoH-8zhnJuCZ4qBRMrU0zB0opPwxhxxMPCwfMr-CKhkqa-CPY4v1J9KQweY2FDcWSERAGImUSwKl_cRIcgEyaHlrH91CgrDfw/s628/335423917_1263168381244631_1567873195200985506_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="414" data-original-width="628" height="211" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJkzjeq_zmdBuCIIv3no2KwwDPHBjkSP88u9nTrQfMrbNWeW1dj-kBuVXYHPaZOiGIfdGYg85iIpDwLpQr7m6nDWfzyBoH-8zhnJuCZ4qBRMrU0zB0opPwxhxxMPCwfMr-CKhkqa-CPY4v1J9KQweY2FDcWSERAGImUSwKl_cRIcgEyaHlrH91CgrDfw/s320/335423917_1263168381244631_1567873195200985506_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Saturday evening was time for our dinner in the Champagne Cellar on the 106th anniversary of the last dinner on the Titanic. I had shown Rochelle the gown recreated for her when she arrived Friday evening and it brought tears. I had fashioned an aigrette - a headdress of white egret's feathers and a spray of gems. Thank you to my sweet friend Kat, our community's personal tiara expert! With white leather gloves, a lace fan I had made, and jewels as close as I could find to those she wore in the movie, she was stunning and every bit the Countess!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzcU8cVjNXkGYi-xrQWMZwdHy-090UI2jIcrdjkqV_HhcP1egTG_irn80eH-vZSjh_YqFdaVSfSAbuYq7xa-kBBqt0Xop7ujEiqqO39WB8e0FIXpAjt_byBKtTjWnKfeP3PKPZrYgur3cT-anCJkfwpuZmwDlmwiuXDg0tICfYnhIILNUNXhtTx8MKJg/s1376/30707304_10216679658200774_5525648835608576000_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1376" data-original-width="781" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzcU8cVjNXkGYi-xrQWMZwdHy-090UI2jIcrdjkqV_HhcP1egTG_irn80eH-vZSjh_YqFdaVSfSAbuYq7xa-kBBqt0Xop7ujEiqqO39WB8e0FIXpAjt_byBKtTjWnKfeP3PKPZrYgur3cT-anCJkfwpuZmwDlmwiuXDg0tICfYnhIILNUNXhtTx8MKJg/s320/30707304_10216679658200774_5525648835608576000_n.jpg" width="182" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1uo7BRmPnOVG_q6GMMoEUD2K-U6ijJw9bUwx50RJD2qpRxwUxTgnjMGErmvbeFzFGRvMivB-hA8cQ31kE2KSZk6sAtFKCQbVDX6H1LNNy0byNBz9t865q5iTvAAtE1TedV8DbGxHZqGotg-68hIS1uGqjeBCc2XGDvkExlZbJ3NCQfd8jkD5e32_ljw/s1486/30710667_10216679675321202_1281606683369406464_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1486" data-original-width="907" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1uo7BRmPnOVG_q6GMMoEUD2K-U6ijJw9bUwx50RJD2qpRxwUxTgnjMGErmvbeFzFGRvMivB-hA8cQ31kE2KSZk6sAtFKCQbVDX6H1LNNy0byNBz9t865q5iTvAAtE1TedV8DbGxHZqGotg-68hIS1uGqjeBCc2XGDvkExlZbJ3NCQfd8jkD5e32_ljw/s320/30710667_10216679675321202_1281606683369406464_n.jpg" width="195" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfRlxYEih3udWz3rhnAob8LrYAisuToej4YNrfg01hrN6DLHJ8q4wjS_8r78bqrBb72Tyl5iyUV_eppDX6MEzzGPUoKyvyJQ5bF5r-fB6T8JS0CWMlvgQmccj-mvR6vrNF-i5cbuUcStQ_IDgjcB7lh419CazL7VF_G-LRnWV1zHbOuT8f5j4YCiSxNw/s1435/30707806_10216679681161348_2148603191355244544_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1435" data-original-width="874" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfRlxYEih3udWz3rhnAob8LrYAisuToej4YNrfg01hrN6DLHJ8q4wjS_8r78bqrBb72Tyl5iyUV_eppDX6MEzzGPUoKyvyJQ5bF5r-fB6T8JS0CWMlvgQmccj-mvR6vrNF-i5cbuUcStQ_IDgjcB7lh419CazL7VF_G-LRnWV1zHbOuT8f5j4YCiSxNw/s320/30707806_10216679681161348_2148603191355244544_n.jpg" width="195" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Now it was time for my own tears as I watched everyone arrive wearing what I can only describe as elegance. The gowns and ladies were beautiful! The men were dapper and handsome! Everyone had truly gone all out in their dinner dress! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR1-P_8NMq8jSLx7-OqE7jKD1-VEQuzhbg6fOdS6zLRXyHeyn0UDuT8eLcx3zBZsAz56MBKwG5g-h28lsrJWvk8-CGLVE1VexT15CD3DFLZkOxLI2FGx2Qxb_R--p8a6RrITe1Dqzl1-oVvtFlvvUIVafWXJ4ak9aVMdYr-e0s4vptPRcc0IEjRDNV5Q/s2048/335024181_600939238594522_7474136571961609628_n.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="916" data-original-width="2048" height="179" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR1-P_8NMq8jSLx7-OqE7jKD1-VEQuzhbg6fOdS6zLRXyHeyn0UDuT8eLcx3zBZsAz56MBKwG5g-h28lsrJWvk8-CGLVE1VexT15CD3DFLZkOxLI2FGx2Qxb_R--p8a6RrITe1Dqzl1-oVvtFlvvUIVafWXJ4ak9aVMdYr-e0s4vptPRcc0IEjRDNV5Q/w400-h179/335024181_600939238594522_7474136571961609628_n.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The walk to the Champagne Cellar begins at The Winery entrance in an ivy-covered and lighted arbor and through the stone candlelit tunnel. I wanted to share this photo of Michael, the gentleman waving at us. I met Michael about 10 years earlier on one of the Victorian Dance Cruises. Michael has just turned 89 and still costumes and travels the world. He selects and commissions all his suits, hats, and accessories for many different eras. I often wonder when I will give up costuming due to age and Michael is a reminder to all of us in costuming that giving up is something that is not a given. Hats off to you, Michael!!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk_6BOjof8qhPS454KRcB2gu63Nb44r0m2-JAvUC04ZGaj_fza4uJqLy6O_wEOrqXig9XCy18Q-9eRRYrDhhk7ndi-lGBrR-fJwkfI-CgHpGElc7bHPpUfhD4Qw7jgplq_wMKBBtnsogUN-aHsuHyTTh7pOWNrKglvhQNfi3X5aTQQdu0J51JEeocCcw/s2048/333527705_1753719455025229_2279107347937170569_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1107" data-original-width="2048" height="173" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk_6BOjof8qhPS454KRcB2gu63Nb44r0m2-JAvUC04ZGaj_fza4uJqLy6O_wEOrqXig9XCy18Q-9eRRYrDhhk7ndi-lGBrR-fJwkfI-CgHpGElc7bHPpUfhD4Qw7jgplq_wMKBBtnsogUN-aHsuHyTTh7pOWNrKglvhQNfi3X5aTQQdu0J51JEeocCcw/s320/333527705_1753719455025229_2279107347937170569_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The companion YouTube video to this blog post has 26 seconds of our table in the Champagne Cellar. It was a rousing evening of Biltmore wines, fabulous food, and sparkling conversation. And, of course, photos!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhe1I47_ot860hsn2Ivd4t7-oCDJKOT74yutWzKPyLNKbrXATb3ENVb96_OzZGTBdl90ivv__Yd5oKKUY95o1eZsGcEKKvaFdYKQPvpLklgX9s-w9y1pjl_4JmZy4yHc7LTwyhBtizKZjQ3a44oI8nyCRTo9DfbKc5HoAlnP7emyl99roLN9TTgEalUw/s2048/30714583_10216679703481906_4631255787803508736_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1152" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhe1I47_ot860hsn2Ivd4t7-oCDJKOT74yutWzKPyLNKbrXATb3ENVb96_OzZGTBdl90ivv__Yd5oKKUY95o1eZsGcEKKvaFdYKQPvpLklgX9s-w9y1pjl_4JmZy4yHc7LTwyhBtizKZjQ3a44oI8nyCRTo9DfbKc5HoAlnP7emyl99roLN9TTgEalUw/s320/30714583_10216679703481906_4631255787803508736_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCQvPQnDZQ8iibGb8GmNNrQ9Yb3z_XyOvr3hu5es4jW0daLoCjGd1u-T4s1OQhRaoNe8BQHLnjpP2lvKpzAzCpsQ4mYSv7VNocapat1CpqLRFrLh3GlY6MDCAvEsQkHc2zZWb24CYJEkLilVKcPVAbRH3UDLxyDJwaCKZ1CcbNKYBSdYcPbJ73Zgr6EA/s2048/30742659_10216679702041870_3388964612291428352_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1152" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCQvPQnDZQ8iibGb8GmNNrQ9Yb3z_XyOvr3hu5es4jW0daLoCjGd1u-T4s1OQhRaoNe8BQHLnjpP2lvKpzAzCpsQ4mYSv7VNocapat1CpqLRFrLh3GlY6MDCAvEsQkHc2zZWb24CYJEkLilVKcPVAbRH3UDLxyDJwaCKZ1CcbNKYBSdYcPbJ73Zgr6EA/s320/30742659_10216679702041870_3388964612291428352_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm4EeNR23rIxTvdEiE5CxDwiw4myTj_6W8MGKHfo4kL1uSSiWkXpZJT3sAsLPIp7pIMFBCx-NThtmK_nt32Zs2DsP5fJ_YoR7SvCQxBIYF4sOSxm4pJGW6BNimFRn5d-j01RvUAZpmz3UuHJJe7V7QbkVmOCK6AaZKlGd9OuNaEpvw2HFackO-EfsMZA/s960/30725599_10211642312880906_8213367029311209472_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm4EeNR23rIxTvdEiE5CxDwiw4myTj_6W8MGKHfo4kL1uSSiWkXpZJT3sAsLPIp7pIMFBCx-NThtmK_nt32Zs2DsP5fJ_YoR7SvCQxBIYF4sOSxm4pJGW6BNimFRn5d-j01RvUAZpmz3UuHJJe7V7QbkVmOCK6AaZKlGd9OuNaEpvw2HFackO-EfsMZA/s320/30725599_10211642312880906_8213367029311209472_n.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDClzklPmR-AmSn24U6p6wtt5hyBLtehBYL1bV7HQYVYN0mvHjc3DP0h8ahUZ_bF7jaMNztssxv7--o2YJKX1_TDw8BXFmydvIZ4uwydy0nTG_fK5GFzlYbYG04qAdXUNMrCIT74PLBGCtbIj6f1onKBZJX39qTVFUOY6TcU-z54HCYCA0dGPusvpXKQ/s960/30728338_10211642314440945_5991404362021208064_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDClzklPmR-AmSn24U6p6wtt5hyBLtehBYL1bV7HQYVYN0mvHjc3DP0h8ahUZ_bF7jaMNztssxv7--o2YJKX1_TDw8BXFmydvIZ4uwydy0nTG_fK5GFzlYbYG04qAdXUNMrCIT74PLBGCtbIj6f1onKBZJX39qTVFUOY6TcU-z54HCYCA0dGPusvpXKQ/s320/30728338_10211642314440945_5991404362021208064_n.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Our dinner ended with a toast - To making it count! I like to think the Titanic passengers we were honoring would have nodded and smiled in agreement.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijS-wSetfw_85snSTynWVyfKZY2dfFPGdquvY1osfWc345UxYLA6OG8_OJn6gxu0InNek99FrClYZoM5HKpLrcudmUBqnb7zQ2PXV6zfDGL6GYPYSogszg9xPc2Mqxm3fL6AcYjwvNTmeRF42oYi_RTilrUMmRtTGgCrrydrwKCguy5ly_GshRyC_4hw/s1704/334983662_929901948354402_7855615691138622802_n.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="944" data-original-width="1704" height="221" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijS-wSetfw_85snSTynWVyfKZY2dfFPGdquvY1osfWc345UxYLA6OG8_OJn6gxu0InNek99FrClYZoM5HKpLrcudmUBqnb7zQ2PXV6zfDGL6GYPYSogszg9xPc2Mqxm3fL6AcYjwvNTmeRF42oYi_RTilrUMmRtTGgCrrydrwKCguy5ly_GshRyC_4hw/w400-h221/334983662_929901948354402_7855615691138622802_n.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">It was disappointing for both Rochelle and us to learn prior to the event that Rochelle had to return to work and would have to fly home on Sunday. The Fashion Archaeologist had created a tea dress for Rochelle and she kindly changed into the dress after dinner. 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This display held a vintage gown that Rochelle wore in this scene snapshot during the movie.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyqIRUtiCRsKGDBbB2lKGzL_955w2470QuMADHu8MSTZ8HONYXb-dJIPPBW1doZXasW-982qKxXZcg11jGnPK9dzq3OvV5_m5N39rzXqdUFgFapfkWUMN7lyoeSypTcGEuNhAYDCa2NYENZti3N-kzIDKd2cVESgCctQANfpjIxo_opXqc-ECHxYY-mw/s474/rochellemovie.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="199" data-original-width="474" height="134" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyqIRUtiCRsKGDBbB2lKGzL_955w2470QuMADHu8MSTZ8HONYXb-dJIPPBW1doZXasW-982qKxXZcg11jGnPK9dzq3OvV5_m5N39rzXqdUFgFapfkWUMN7lyoeSypTcGEuNhAYDCa2NYENZti3N-kzIDKd2cVESgCctQANfpjIxo_opXqc-ECHxYY-mw/s320/rochellemovie.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgm709JqrySCWe3jql8Vv98lHDzTiNVk7gexxvTUVlXlHqaBoRUNgyLcXv-huhfLOIEPFt1ZDp1ScH7pIeeSCSQ_HGY42f2XbtdfZ2FR3swiGzdHZmNgh-9-N1hnbs5LVnE0q8Q88SzIn9TO2XQDjy4azqjVIpnsofIW1t9-XAKeKwzSjI5MlrIWHXgHQ/s2048/30741585_10216679768923542_3666220311914741760_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1152" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgm709JqrySCWe3jql8Vv98lHDzTiNVk7gexxvTUVlXlHqaBoRUNgyLcXv-huhfLOIEPFt1ZDp1ScH7pIeeSCSQ_HGY42f2XbtdfZ2FR3swiGzdHZmNgh-9-N1hnbs5LVnE0q8Q88SzIn9TO2XQDjy4azqjVIpnsofIW1t9-XAKeKwzSjI5MlrIWHXgHQ/s320/30741585_10216679768923542_3666220311914741760_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEig5Gy0tElb_0leNNkpBqCu4VXlCMtbHHMk_HWHKZ9g34o_8qU3MK_prUERC3W6LEGDHQ3IxdGiJMLhDUpi8emsrJ3xrshVpKmP61K2I68_irVCKp1Cp2ZWb8H_7zVNOhHAzIjgqJUGBo0y7koXqPbIRfraLg_Iqtvhgw5Nvp9YYJ6PQ9yN17Abr76GCw/s2048/30738768_10216679767963518_3778821559708286976_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1152" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEig5Gy0tElb_0leNNkpBqCu4VXlCMtbHHMk_HWHKZ9g34o_8qU3MK_prUERC3W6LEGDHQ3IxdGiJMLhDUpi8emsrJ3xrshVpKmP61K2I68_irVCKp1Cp2ZWb8H_7zVNOhHAzIjgqJUGBo0y7koXqPbIRfraLg_Iqtvhgw5Nvp9YYJ6PQ9yN17Abr76GCw/s320/30738768_10216679767963518_3778821559708286976_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">As the attendees started to arrive it was again apparent that they had created and accessorized to perfection!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTN9XXBmXa3q1tct0ZW5P8U0Rub8ro0QDn6TgZeIw_K-q0WvRP8XF-fFxCruIUyX2MEd9U09crBlnQV-1mGK1pxa7GZJGo5cyZ7gUGAOhuwqHQO6s37iAJ23xSYWpblLebt6ijfg0vdQxWpurCkVo5lhyGw2SdeSUjPO8x1POCBYw2JH4luRCnXRymhA/s2048/30726745_10216679773123647_7909694965830123520_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1152" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTN9XXBmXa3q1tct0ZW5P8U0Rub8ro0QDn6TgZeIw_K-q0WvRP8XF-fFxCruIUyX2MEd9U09crBlnQV-1mGK1pxa7GZJGo5cyZ7gUGAOhuwqHQO6s37iAJ23xSYWpblLebt6ijfg0vdQxWpurCkVo5lhyGw2SdeSUjPO8x1POCBYw2JH4luRCnXRymhA/s320/30726745_10216679773123647_7909694965830123520_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Private Dining Room at the Inn was the perfect place for our Royale Tea. It has an incredible view of the Blue Ridge Mountains and greenery of the Estate.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQdcUPb28YPUZ_IRy9VOtnCxEgRdaMw0ms0S09Cj7uNhajpgFvlRcq_3FN2Cv5Fx1y1ReAXVQPk28SVbpLazCpwRCe0CmjpD2JpbLXWbUwDgxnwiB5jL2TB1Sr6ZAAAxenK4Aa13psG42A8lnf9oxGnZjz2loRqYIV2ZgsXIvIC-cTCuf3yYxmtVW9vg/s480/Inn_Private_DiningRoom.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="466" data-original-width="480" height="311" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQdcUPb28YPUZ_IRy9VOtnCxEgRdaMw0ms0S09Cj7uNhajpgFvlRcq_3FN2Cv5Fx1y1ReAXVQPk28SVbpLazCpwRCe0CmjpD2JpbLXWbUwDgxnwiB5jL2TB1Sr6ZAAAxenK4Aa13psG42A8lnf9oxGnZjz2loRqYIV2ZgsXIvIC-cTCuf3yYxmtVW9vg/s320/Inn_Private_DiningRoom.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjovvu4RIf16erQJ3UMptFBSYA_FAbX4ra-a21qi1XH7x6U-nr9CSVHWSr97cDy-dM3QhsW8_XUA1LUU75Y3um67f1TpCya9wj_CpGXfElyiTX-eoAshriW0bFOKGguqjxvxNBX3n4qUy4u0IyVlo0rlHTRnMZ9eQtE-WQTEIgOmZhCCVpNiMjaJpoEyA/s320/Inn_Private_DiningRoom_View.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="317" data-original-width="320" height="317" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjovvu4RIf16erQJ3UMptFBSYA_FAbX4ra-a21qi1XH7x6U-nr9CSVHWSr97cDy-dM3QhsW8_XUA1LUU75Y3um67f1TpCya9wj_CpGXfElyiTX-eoAshriW0bFOKGguqjxvxNBX3n4qUy4u0IyVlo0rlHTRnMZ9eQtE-WQTEIgOmZhCCVpNiMjaJpoEyA/s1600/Inn_Private_DiningRoom_View.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">We started our Royale Tea with a glass of champagne and time to enjoy the view and each other's company and costumes. Our menu was placed at each of our settings and the offerings were beautiful to look at and delicious to eat. Chocolates with gold leaf. How extraordinary! I passed out Harney & Sons Titanic Blend Tea as a special treat.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzDX49kGeFLzHlJZqoMY1yf1WRtqELsD2_qEvUBJsaMYfqEhZaMEaWAXs0LyHkbwS7tKuPf9XfJx55ORGRsveQiSu9-304lB69Esq8tsjpg81xPqKt6ZGaWwmmL0D_AG5E4C7EsFHpmBE9FJ2SVWk05Zfjp76m007nVIoUKTT8-qkFURddnXOS7MfwLA/s2048/335639546_735364534922582_1208621243918624509_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1398" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzDX49kGeFLzHlJZqoMY1yf1WRtqELsD2_qEvUBJsaMYfqEhZaMEaWAXs0LyHkbwS7tKuPf9XfJx55ORGRsveQiSu9-304lB69Esq8tsjpg81xPqKt6ZGaWwmmL0D_AG5E4C7EsFHpmBE9FJ2SVWk05Zfjp76m007nVIoUKTT8-qkFURddnXOS7MfwLA/s320/335639546_735364534922582_1208621243918624509_n.jpg" width="218" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQnAA2vcoCY1Wa8b8tScrwbZjKQWxQtdw4O-AFvy43pQE6p761yE0ascugEvDioLAFguHO0yV2wJs1rPgHHtTkcpUavfiq1xbXys93eSmN8O7VyDnb-eDzvM_wrD0EUfVaTh0c8SjzQASkq8xioJovs-kx5ZAawCI6uybtOuzz360rtQ6IRRx3LNS9nA/s2048/30728339_10216679766523482_8710300835722035200_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1152" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQnAA2vcoCY1Wa8b8tScrwbZjKQWxQtdw4O-AFvy43pQE6p761yE0ascugEvDioLAFguHO0yV2wJs1rPgHHtTkcpUavfiq1xbXys93eSmN8O7VyDnb-eDzvM_wrD0EUfVaTh0c8SjzQASkq8xioJovs-kx5ZAawCI6uybtOuzz360rtQ6IRRx3LNS9nA/s320/30728339_10216679766523482_8710300835722035200_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZVOaQvHhnhauicT63WEfCeitEUQlfMeDccanz5W5wD1Alb-GySIL4eQqR1ddDsYuvwDKae09oMDHoPPn_SvkShiPcZX4oeR7n5kAhlpaBTvffs7lT90V8o7YqtE-2TNVCimpL5yP26k8bQejgL6JHjhXi7rf6tCGmKuzY8Ay0lHz0ZwgNRmY0U5kS7w/s2048/335594211_744650727013748_5710426586727157219_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1549" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZVOaQvHhnhauicT63WEfCeitEUQlfMeDccanz5W5wD1Alb-GySIL4eQqR1ddDsYuvwDKae09oMDHoPPn_SvkShiPcZX4oeR7n5kAhlpaBTvffs7lT90V8o7YqtE-2TNVCimpL5yP26k8bQejgL6JHjhXi7rf6tCGmKuzY8Ay0lHz0ZwgNRmY0U5kS7w/s320/335594211_744650727013748_5710426586727157219_n.jpg" width="242" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0WZ8Nlhcu93Fygb6UECPgaQvdkv-P6t2u6LElxusmmZaaA5By07TZghe1xw7y4NV_5iuASZ4aacgoO-6dq9kgh2ZJBpB5R8QvJfQ4rxtdaTk-B-x3ibrE20SuUpto9fEhr9QEMRsPEGINjiJJoaIGUPVS36tY9Hm2GehamA8llATI4RwyJpCwUXv_4w/s960/30738476_10211642260119587_1975710171912994816_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0WZ8Nlhcu93Fygb6UECPgaQvdkv-P6t2u6LElxusmmZaaA5By07TZghe1xw7y4NV_5iuASZ4aacgoO-6dq9kgh2ZJBpB5R8QvJfQ4rxtdaTk-B-x3ibrE20SuUpto9fEhr9QEMRsPEGINjiJJoaIGUPVS36tY9Hm2GehamA8llATI4RwyJpCwUXv_4w/s320/30738476_10211642260119587_1975710171912994816_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The companion YouTube video has 1 minute 11 seconds of the lively Royale Tea.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">After our tea, Lynn gave us a presentation entitled RMS Titanic and Ralph B. White. Ralph White was an award-winning cinematographer who documented the expedition which found the wreck of the Titanic in 1985. Lynn's presentation was powerful and personal as she shared information and photos not available to the public but only through her personal association with Ralph White and with permission from the family. Thank you so very much, Lynn!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrvJLbqXzKmxm0-WkcMKKf0nYy2OqTfd1HPLyBVSTd1fHFWsys9rHcq-hcgiU3y2_VUyKhzVnhT9V7cgUEypNYsWkGYzNJZfqtXYd9zQf-aXsECmP-PdFyqWyD-JDU6ibN3nAnOel01UD2658z5e6Pbfc-iZqT-B5knAj4T2riU5YOhMS_zmJYAnAZqQ/s616/336063125_164119413153341_7287584775524489779_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="247" data-original-width="616" height="160" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrvJLbqXzKmxm0-WkcMKKf0nYy2OqTfd1HPLyBVSTd1fHFWsys9rHcq-hcgiU3y2_VUyKhzVnhT9V7cgUEypNYsWkGYzNJZfqtXYd9zQf-aXsECmP-PdFyqWyD-JDU6ibN3nAnOel01UD2658z5e6Pbfc-iZqT-B5knAj4T2riU5YOhMS_zmJYAnAZqQ/w400-h160/336063125_164119413153341_7287584775524489779_n.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">As a special gift, Lady Detalle on Etsy had created anchor earrings for each of the ladies. Thank you, Lady Detalle! They are a beautiful memento!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjl1gN7swqxheQF6gFUXuHYZlnY9zEfk74MBRlp10vNrjdi7h7ZSz9EuOeIc8XST8lRT74dRJ0kFORlo8OSSfmxL7Phl48o8loiIJGN7aee2ph6Ge4GNrumM9LMPxgUoyU3ywr53_dRpo7VHLZpYBGFvxp8tuuRGHGYQ7hhDUvas19JQ186sgLTyg-PA/s2048/335417507_1382966442535786_2819158612662798867_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjl1gN7swqxheQF6gFUXuHYZlnY9zEfk74MBRlp10vNrjdi7h7ZSz9EuOeIc8XST8lRT74dRJ0kFORlo8OSSfmxL7Phl48o8loiIJGN7aee2ph6Ge4GNrumM9LMPxgUoyU3ywr53_dRpo7VHLZpYBGFvxp8tuuRGHGYQ7hhDUvas19JQ186sgLTyg-PA/s320/335417507_1382966442535786_2819158612662798867_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/market/lady_detalle" target="_blank">https://www.etsy.com/market/lady_detalle</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioqlo7fqoRyoeye8XR6tTG1R84d56ua094k1J6Ju9spQbFGJF6Wb_tWY6mWr88BhvLp6YzN-t-5f018MINCAhkeZwhW2RAki_R8e2gA-4UH3EUPo9l8iioPWYNuqOHSQe8JV-Hoia6zI6_BKF_Rv6d06QcePcFKs80XZKx4OmQ0CjQwlKkxzjxsUcnGA/s960/30726015_10214279547656302_5599330956460267137_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioqlo7fqoRyoeye8XR6tTG1R84d56ua094k1J6Ju9spQbFGJF6Wb_tWY6mWr88BhvLp6YzN-t-5f018MINCAhkeZwhW2RAki_R8e2gA-4UH3EUPo9l8iioPWYNuqOHSQe8JV-Hoia6zI6_BKF_Rv6d06QcePcFKs80XZKx4OmQ0CjQwlKkxzjxsUcnGA/s320/30726015_10214279547656302_5599330956460267137_n.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDAMLOauZgwXpi8Mxzx80_gaR0tNpM3b4oMp1cAxKAkM5xOXvna1WARXk5lLYKimG0JXGXMTaItKixKbBQcfJuIQeuJkhUHwMM9cc2C0NrQMB_4hjdn3KkAG8oQ7-gPHMduXfBdashENTaFSXLqLoGKLlHDEaCAIrC1PEZ7mAY8oeqIYu3qaR-6S3-Pg/s2048/335419445_898059608069447_5569322576993789426_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1462" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDAMLOauZgwXpi8Mxzx80_gaR0tNpM3b4oMp1cAxKAkM5xOXvna1WARXk5lLYKimG0JXGXMTaItKixKbBQcfJuIQeuJkhUHwMM9cc2C0NrQMB_4hjdn3KkAG8oQ7-gPHMduXfBdashENTaFSXLqLoGKLlHDEaCAIrC1PEZ7mAY8oeqIYu3qaR-6S3-Pg/s320/335419445_898059608069447_5569322576993789426_n.jpg" width="228" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBCge8kz5ONEKGhFN4URVsmP1Tgz7gIN7p6EHH195flqhj9Fde2o_tt1NbIAz23sZfkWuDiN_ictou8Fbsv0OT6GGUzyl9zYiUyCUk-nzoxxSylaFUkAN2AqRpbutQwXVxSgocyOLsYcKAzeqULb3Ecf9Q7slKbrnSt0V0-3ztsszsqwCWVswLF_-KFA/s616/335195806_915667469740742_5991199236401235458_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="417" data-original-width="616" height="271" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBCge8kz5ONEKGhFN4URVsmP1Tgz7gIN7p6EHH195flqhj9Fde2o_tt1NbIAz23sZfkWuDiN_ictou8Fbsv0OT6GGUzyl9zYiUyCUk-nzoxxSylaFUkAN2AqRpbutQwXVxSgocyOLsYcKAzeqULb3Ecf9Q7slKbrnSt0V0-3ztsszsqwCWVswLF_-KFA/w400-h271/335195806_915667469740742_5991199236401235458_n.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Sunday evening would be our last time to gather and the end of Party Like A Vanderbilt - Sail Away - Season 3 - The Finale. What could be the perfect ending? An afterparty, of course! And this one would be named Party Like A Clampett. Remember the Clampettes? The family that struck oil, got rich, and moved to Beverly? Hills, that is......</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4AEhQeKkXsaeNE_GjJ9JuwWloG6b2-2XOl_vozaGNhWZdJ8ClbTy8jADVyYdRCg6j2IepDUKmGd__VHwnquMFNA-1R3mf72vSinsqgrMS9X5GFebHh3ykN-mqr_aIEWU8PpCiXGEdMe0ylNqE-7A20w6zywKt14PCVNUwYV0Vn2a79u_PHYrYCKmgMA/s596/beverlyhillbillies.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="596" data-original-width="474" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4AEhQeKkXsaeNE_GjJ9JuwWloG6b2-2XOl_vozaGNhWZdJ8ClbTy8jADVyYdRCg6j2IepDUKmGd__VHwnquMFNA-1R3mf72vSinsqgrMS9X5GFebHh3ykN-mqr_aIEWU8PpCiXGEdMe0ylNqE-7A20w6zywKt14PCVNUwYV0Vn2a79u_PHYrYCKmgMA/s320/beverlyhillbillies.jpg" width="254" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">There is James of eCreate Photography on the right, hanging in with us until the sweet end!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj843K92lZ6iZtyA1upAe88YCHN5gnawlHtK1lZ437mRfUXRUptd3kVSA6AFuo6F5rjZE6xZMSLCBvGmWWMp-Gbp7_FQk6tqvyqxxKjEusPfGPDC-UJ7uSZSYF7glrdnJklYXq1aPgiNOQ_Y_5j6CV0ltgFweBj4GlwAz9ayZjfLcpGJ6qMcv88cvM-ZA/s960/30725797_10211642256759503_1099665190036701184_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj843K92lZ6iZtyA1upAe88YCHN5gnawlHtK1lZ437mRfUXRUptd3kVSA6AFuo6F5rjZE6xZMSLCBvGmWWMp-Gbp7_FQk6tqvyqxxKjEusPfGPDC-UJ7uSZSYF7glrdnJklYXq1aPgiNOQ_Y_5j6CV0ltgFweBj4GlwAz9ayZjfLcpGJ6qMcv88cvM-ZA/s320/30725797_10211642256759503_1099665190036701184_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And the end was sweet as it was a competition between Biltmore fudge and Mackinac Island fudge. Since both were finished off along with bottles of Biltmore wine, I can only assume both were delicious.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimWx9QO4S5-e9eXfnbLySWuKjGzdc2G8ANH46tXUSbHjw5scQLUIQIxJsX44qs0QfFBLzp7r8r6Zor_scANHHD1dMBCQU-BnKNgZr9pUVNFSfd7QzANcRKF-udlTlJBLBgrcmImXiKbs3zwFDQlHJU57m66UX0YSuQZjS3jadIcpETfs3b-DH9bLvaug/s2048/336263566_6120677211301096_1386889843996411999_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1669" data-original-width="2048" height="261" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimWx9QO4S5-e9eXfnbLySWuKjGzdc2G8ANH46tXUSbHjw5scQLUIQIxJsX44qs0QfFBLzp7r8r6Zor_scANHHD1dMBCQU-BnKNgZr9pUVNFSfd7QzANcRKF-udlTlJBLBgrcmImXiKbs3zwFDQlHJU57m66UX0YSuQZjS3jadIcpETfs3b-DH9bLvaug/s320/336263566_6120677211301096_1386889843996411999_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And then it was time to say goodnight to each other, and goodbye to Biltmore Estate and the end to three costume events full of experiences and memories.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi30RYnH0OS2UR9oZqjMfiJ0MGZ30p9neeSIUPGHjjVWMlxThVoOpcrAtlLnsg6N6tf2EBVzPw7S6zDuDgbf1EqXj99PQkx9pbTaw9XWPhiGOIo11d2tWWiuGKKG7uMyQnxbx767JG1pTOacxhHCIOoJizkDHWi60BiPUUwmzOpInx2mvsTLNnPvebaEA/s2048/335490225_697203958863606_7001683650223437296_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1754" data-original-width="2048" height="274" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi30RYnH0OS2UR9oZqjMfiJ0MGZ30p9neeSIUPGHjjVWMlxThVoOpcrAtlLnsg6N6tf2EBVzPw7S6zDuDgbf1EqXj99PQkx9pbTaw9XWPhiGOIo11d2tWWiuGKKG7uMyQnxbx767JG1pTOacxhHCIOoJizkDHWi60BiPUUwmzOpInx2mvsTLNnPvebaEA/s320/335490225_697203958863606_7001683650223437296_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhewE8ZuqDFyoJZ3DBuXpPyWFVm-YZsHJA57ZK3PFcG-nRz4noqN46WZkZk4Zt5zVb0REivePUOG1dHqvGgvpX2rQheO31W6gU7oOO7IbGOcDoYD_4JJLRu8ME8QwFs2QeYJb03rZtJnVtq7wcWUIAroszvRywrlIz92Y2ZUQ6E3FVOYDJQtRiJueBM9A/s2048/335640564_150212424623357_8562048947489108170_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1344" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhewE8ZuqDFyoJZ3DBuXpPyWFVm-YZsHJA57ZK3PFcG-nRz4noqN46WZkZk4Zt5zVb0REivePUOG1dHqvGgvpX2rQheO31W6gU7oOO7IbGOcDoYD_4JJLRu8ME8QwFs2QeYJb03rZtJnVtq7wcWUIAroszvRywrlIz92Y2ZUQ6E3FVOYDJQtRiJueBM9A/s320/335640564_150212424623357_8562048947489108170_n.jpg" width="210" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidW7_bcxVa6UtFTWZMRF7NElOgd9WIP2aOusaZAJ_E6mT4KlgKfgU61vZyb3FrbPNkioulwU4bbC02O4kSp1WH1aDKyqMCHkC80oaQLnToUO_Mfg_VaAXKNUH8sajPp9lZF3Me2bM5crA7luMRBnomM0ZlReW8qld39KU7lNKEuwzQvJzCCX4Fm9bU8Q/s628/335625849_489821483198195_5018463446534952677_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="628" height="306" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidW7_bcxVa6UtFTWZMRF7NElOgd9WIP2aOusaZAJ_E6mT4KlgKfgU61vZyb3FrbPNkioulwU4bbC02O4kSp1WH1aDKyqMCHkC80oaQLnToUO_Mfg_VaAXKNUH8sajPp9lZF3Me2bM5crA7luMRBnomM0ZlReW8qld39KU7lNKEuwzQvJzCCX4Fm9bU8Q/s320/335625849_489821483198195_5018463446534952677_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">James once again captured photos over the entire weekend and went the extra mile creating a memory photo album. Not only were the photos breathtaking but the book was created over a ship theme. There were even photos of attendees imposed over vintage ship photos beautifully keeping with our theme. Thank you, James and everyone who contributed to this wonderful keepsake!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGi3AmylV6PtMgrUZOxbeEgiqiokiSgKLC7HaYtKatD6DlthXDii2kjVQWXZONZU1pTGO_F5LRkwDFEW17WIDl9LjQQRWXQT--7jRZgz27FTEflLogQbQiJHY4swjJF2eNBOM-Fv3yHjgP3TvAR5Kx2Jy-xr9MC9g1Wb59Jj1HupiCHmbFS18pASVTxA/s2048/329757606_935797827758552_4694025484809457533_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGi3AmylV6PtMgrUZOxbeEgiqiokiSgKLC7HaYtKatD6DlthXDii2kjVQWXZONZU1pTGO_F5LRkwDFEW17WIDl9LjQQRWXQT--7jRZgz27FTEflLogQbQiJHY4swjJF2eNBOM-Fv3yHjgP3TvAR5Kx2Jy-xr9MC9g1Wb59Jj1HupiCHmbFS18pASVTxA/s320/329757606_935797827758552_4694025484809457533_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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The blog post was available to everyone and also available in printed copy for each attendee. I'll share the photo collages and Titanic passengers here and the link to the blog post if you would like to read about each.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqh0FFN7b17Rpec6HzuYzbDq3ty0hN0KOxD33dK1eejJbrx0qCKbpL8USZQCrroU5-zR5RYM4Ai4UwHt0UG_ILOtc8XJeZSRVb1b5zYywc5O7NQSnN4kw5V1pGjwylpJOBreo7KpHG5WdgcSHaYXITeW4by6XQAtUNqm8tjfQ848fHdSM1UYUHxTgYag/s2048/335472364_1534733810348620_1086631581790591537_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqh0FFN7b17Rpec6HzuYzbDq3ty0hN0KOxD33dK1eejJbrx0qCKbpL8USZQCrroU5-zR5RYM4Ai4UwHt0UG_ILOtc8XJeZSRVb1b5zYywc5O7NQSnN4kw5V1pGjwylpJOBreo7KpHG5WdgcSHaYXITeW4by6XQAtUNqm8tjfQ848fHdSM1UYUHxTgYag/s320/335472364_1534733810348620_1086631581790591537_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6s4pN-E7xiCppNoYr6HDhNz5eDEXbOwXbD8rP0UeuA_-AEnzmCUT3S8n-R0JAlKswjNXHLPp4qkguf7PwyECXF390XjNM9kXrL5fnYolV2tuODndaFhm3MBp0J2s2gfG3EHrus9Hqe7bzkv9anuYaco2z_bqj5Co91fs7H98jqWA-ob9J9vib5v4lEQ/s2048/335458842_671950318270592_3932630802726109083_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6s4pN-E7xiCppNoYr6HDhNz5eDEXbOwXbD8rP0UeuA_-AEnzmCUT3S8n-R0JAlKswjNXHLPp4qkguf7PwyECXF390XjNM9kXrL5fnYolV2tuODndaFhm3MBp0J2s2gfG3EHrus9Hqe7bzkv9anuYaco2z_bqj5Co91fs7H98jqWA-ob9J9vib5v4lEQ/s320/335458842_671950318270592_3932630802726109083_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2018/06/party-like-vanderbilt-sail-away-season.html" target="_blank">https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2018/06/party-like-vanderbilt-sail-away-season.html</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-yGhhv4EllGpSTssuXCWP1XFsEzsnNFDo17zJd0rTJrjMou6hIDkUsRbr3q6tUJ8rRXd6ZMxB8gDDahFPJWkX3KcK1uQHfZIdx-EGLrW5Zve9IbBUsEtNAzEjf0h-WI-r9gBF_le9ewVrLM_mC2p8ypiiWt6HuJgRJ2SlLfIxrqpKfBepS3Qz9ZCsGg/s640/31154310_10216725966558454_1587464030505664512_n%20(1).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-yGhhv4EllGpSTssuXCWP1XFsEzsnNFDo17zJd0rTJrjMou6hIDkUsRbr3q6tUJ8rRXd6ZMxB8gDDahFPJWkX3KcK1uQHfZIdx-EGLrW5Zve9IbBUsEtNAzEjf0h-WI-r9gBF_le9ewVrLM_mC2p8ypiiWt6HuJgRJ2SlLfIxrqpKfBepS3Qz9ZCsGg/s320/31154310_10216725966558454_1587464030505664512_n%20(1).jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Honoring Titanic Passenger: Violet Constance Jessop</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBrut_fq_q8iYFaiZRFUP-cFkmVVSserig-xgXtW911Xpy3YSgAw1jB6xnJ9u4pWGDUzhMIy3hxulq-5B72tDNMejzDeOHAQVnP2hTD_KXPQUW70rKhSVEf7CFMoxVTWF9qB2XUDg0RXXZ4x8lAE68Waz_s8Um7TJVWdPUnMsJWHa1FhL5Aowo504kLA/s2000/31131325_10216725982358849_8806443064462671872_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="1590" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBrut_fq_q8iYFaiZRFUP-cFkmVVSserig-xgXtW911Xpy3YSgAw1jB6xnJ9u4pWGDUzhMIy3hxulq-5B72tDNMejzDeOHAQVnP2hTD_KXPQUW70rKhSVEf7CFMoxVTWF9qB2XUDg0RXXZ4x8lAE68Waz_s8Um7TJVWdPUnMsJWHa1FhL5Aowo504kLA/s320/31131325_10216725982358849_8806443064462671872_n.jpg" width="254" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Honoring Titanic Captain: Edward J. Smith</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8hU08-IhDYZiHrCH77iqTrkZojLILzd5xNkBD4mXemBPzKLxdkJdgKhhxXOIgq6e7tiIt7xs5UrKG6pgdmf_kLiMRdVGTNjXwZmrWlOnnHjOvTESEeuFEhwfucg51X4I1oxLSjC_dZZ48gnIEMUgAIK44Q1TSzKAm-LWvzoBFzcc9uJxquEQWwD-xjQ/s2000/31131669_10216725984878912_7061368775169277952_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="2000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8hU08-IhDYZiHrCH77iqTrkZojLILzd5xNkBD4mXemBPzKLxdkJdgKhhxXOIgq6e7tiIt7xs5UrKG6pgdmf_kLiMRdVGTNjXwZmrWlOnnHjOvTESEeuFEhwfucg51X4I1oxLSjC_dZZ48gnIEMUgAIK44Q1TSzKAm-LWvzoBFzcc9uJxquEQWwD-xjQ/s320/31131669_10216725984878912_7061368775169277952_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Honoring Titanic Passenger: Lucy Noell Martha, Countess of Rothes</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhH0nLBFJwWnfsfE5ObMapILwqywy7nGKdiXlovp5RgMinZTVvl_FTnY2AwJBQn6WTPqW4VAW3AhAbb1nE2TJ8KE1Fkd11ZnaitWn-v83PXcp6GgjiVcU33r68V1U63_wYHBVeMNpDEmmDaQIfQ00nuPXHdtPlfYaODAlD9KmNI10v1-hKfg585Ngbdw/s2000/31183580_10216725981078817_3004963376041295872_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="2000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhH0nLBFJwWnfsfE5ObMapILwqywy7nGKdiXlovp5RgMinZTVvl_FTnY2AwJBQn6WTPqW4VAW3AhAbb1nE2TJ8KE1Fkd11ZnaitWn-v83PXcp6GgjiVcU33r68V1U63_wYHBVeMNpDEmmDaQIfQ00nuPXHdtPlfYaODAlD9KmNI10v1-hKfg585Ngbdw/s320/31183580_10216725981078817_3004963376041295872_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Honoring Titanic Passenger: Edwin Charles Wheeler</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiusYdiJfVTLZmQpNBhu-lh9KYAC2oQkwRPbZ4iqaRZ1ahgUfEAuX14H71j-1W5SOGuOcmk2b1ZRLKXk2mhmsaXfZ67I6td6VyKiA1137B1VxYezzmUaADc2tijIrejhVVHPWMYNOwezp-lYiq3n1dWsSoNhV3tXyMbJUtSTgSc1RPznd4eilX0WqvwvA/s2000/31230391_10216725972798610_6691706278646906880_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="2000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiusYdiJfVTLZmQpNBhu-lh9KYAC2oQkwRPbZ4iqaRZ1ahgUfEAuX14H71j-1W5SOGuOcmk2b1ZRLKXk2mhmsaXfZ67I6td6VyKiA1137B1VxYezzmUaADc2tijIrejhVVHPWMYNOwezp-lYiq3n1dWsSoNhV3tXyMbJUtSTgSc1RPznd4eilX0WqvwvA/s320/31230391_10216725972798610_6691706278646906880_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Honoring Titanic Passengers: Madeleine Talmage Force Astor and John Jacob Astor IV</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmT5hgEU8F-45XQvitg599uWN7BN4n59FjXzfYMf31T3Bw79BcuCxd9dR6xRAejhr4YUgC_HpPf7u5pCmnXYrgxr1IWNYW4joxaoJGFoG9BItavsxA7NwJNCL6Of-_W4z7V37SXN5e6YyxH8MPH9ocW1JUAUPqrWFrdI4Fk8e8B6XIQp6BorKroapTbQ/s2000/31056832_10216725969038516_5814142132478279680_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="2000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmT5hgEU8F-45XQvitg599uWN7BN4n59FjXzfYMf31T3Bw79BcuCxd9dR6xRAejhr4YUgC_HpPf7u5pCmnXYrgxr1IWNYW4joxaoJGFoG9BItavsxA7NwJNCL6Of-_W4z7V37SXN5e6YyxH8MPH9ocW1JUAUPqrWFrdI4Fk8e8B6XIQp6BorKroapTbQ/s320/31056832_10216725969038516_5814142132478279680_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Honoring Titanic Passenger: Colonel Archibald Gracie IV</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYKKjN6XSptKoOXaqWZZaN-KUptcy08gwXnOIoiCO_TdqZfZSLkNzwDzcZ2VzjpHBC6Hgwi6fjzOCF5shApqoybJQDzESqP6Zd5nGF7rD02pR27jtvbGotv6YcwySDmLJILCjfmYDgWJ2TkM0XqeUTRC_dtilmrzfxE-CWN7etsk2Kk9dvZ2l5nUyRUg/s2000/31230647_10216725969998540_5430511852553502720_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;">Honoring Titanic Passenger: Margaret Tobin Brown</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg54aMsE7UFKMsSou-PHz8vpNUsm4q9pxcKRBC9h_0V1w4GR-vHzzOnfit6ISY837Wbh2FHIjKPvy-BKDN49XBJUAZ5ZtZP9PKte1YQZ4TFYAUjqHNFPAgNNzcJZnvSMJwZCRTY8MPnCx1flYLtuC5Na6KQhibHYnno5MsEZAUyAoXOucqN_CcPcAL2QQ/s2000/31143906_10216725977118718_8608563578854703104_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="2000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg54aMsE7UFKMsSou-PHz8vpNUsm4q9pxcKRBC9h_0V1w4GR-vHzzOnfit6ISY837Wbh2FHIjKPvy-BKDN49XBJUAZ5ZtZP9PKte1YQZ4TFYAUjqHNFPAgNNzcJZnvSMJwZCRTY8MPnCx1flYLtuC5Na6KQhibHYnno5MsEZAUyAoXOucqN_CcPcAL2QQ/s320/31143906_10216725977118718_8608563578854703104_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Honoring Titanic Passenger: Helen Churchill Candee</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Leotine Pauline Aubart and Benjamin Guggenheim</div><br />I truly hope you've enjoyed our Party Like A Vanderbilt three seasons of memories! As part of #costumeflashback I shared the steps I took to organize each event, and the special touches I included to make each event enjoyable, fun, and a memory to bring a smile with every thought.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This is the perfect time for me to say a very public Thank You! to Patrick. He has been such a perfect costuming partner and good sport as I spend time planning, organizing, and hosting these events. Thank you, babe....excuse me....I mean, Captain!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgp1YIt3MNta8AbR8dkV9-f4JAFFLauO7JjTiItHLGSV0hiR3j8ehpcZZa3RZSQ_ScORhRbJfs53X8_SeSVE-LwxZhfHb5mYx79bhLmRAxEZAORE8TQwLZ6sudFDcx2hYAJ1lmrhPUQVGOB3N8jAoKaVGr3LjjBdQPSBuamnNjITMjmY9PRtZFQEGwrxg/s621/335424883_212564861356691_5601761585146600698_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="621" data-original-width="403" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgp1YIt3MNta8AbR8dkV9-f4JAFFLauO7JjTiItHLGSV0hiR3j8ehpcZZa3RZSQ_ScORhRbJfs53X8_SeSVE-LwxZhfHb5mYx79bhLmRAxEZAORE8TQwLZ6sudFDcx2hYAJ1lmrhPUQVGOB3N8jAoKaVGr3LjjBdQPSBuamnNjITMjmY9PRtZFQEGwrxg/s320/335424883_212564861356691_5601761585146600698_n.jpg" width="208" /></a>)</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5RJLjNptw5OzV-vtgHFUBcrhWzcskiberooPNTP7YsA72CV9eV2_P_8guyL-rNKBSMg1eLbHrYRHFa9jlRCjhwfUyS0fXuk3BXx-vPGfGMDWejbLem1MEX2pW2yY4qmiyTJVqzrELAroRPultHSEcrpcJ-eUkOCFFbBGKeJRpEKxb887f3ifp7WU_Aw/s2048/333468265_2130411734016523_3760692833285490006_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="845" data-original-width="2048" height="165" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5RJLjNptw5OzV-vtgHFUBcrhWzcskiberooPNTP7YsA72CV9eV2_P_8guyL-rNKBSMg1eLbHrYRHFa9jlRCjhwfUyS0fXuk3BXx-vPGfGMDWejbLem1MEX2pW2yY4qmiyTJVqzrELAroRPultHSEcrpcJ-eUkOCFFbBGKeJRpEKxb887f3ifp7WU_Aw/w400-h165/333468265_2130411734016523_3760692833285490006_n.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Love,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Jeanette</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkE3DLEOa9elOVKCT3HV6lyDSwgGOPFclhU96KwqscTsdNpA6H94BCn6BbmoALr0wWOSpWkxF9D94gALaCcu1lAGf-FVwpbH_EINQhWWcra1GqHgUpBGufRKJPB5qG40jOYj3mA4P3_fV47Ixk58JKThcS9-28HsAlsAZ-zjpem9UtLIYChJzbm2Hyaw/s621/30738769_10216679006944493_6195908001459601408_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="414" data-original-width="621" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkE3DLEOa9elOVKCT3HV6lyDSwgGOPFclhU96KwqscTsdNpA6H94BCn6BbmoALr0wWOSpWkxF9D94gALaCcu1lAGf-FVwpbH_EINQhWWcra1GqHgUpBGufRKJPB5qG40jOYj3mA4P3_fV47Ixk58JKThcS9-28HsAlsAZ-zjpem9UtLIYChJzbm2Hyaw/s320/30738769_10216679006944493_6195908001459601408_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div></div></div>Jeanettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09186764620925579101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4439815537233502652.post-92105856013364760812023-02-20T12:00:00.005-05:002023-02-20T16:30:03.841-05:002022 Projects and 2023 Plans | With A Whim-Directed Costumer<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3i3lvIYQBdfGX3CSGBeCBUyxlPHXZfZql9RyfGf2Hxtt59ApMvHhg2C9H0CwRbVSwXC7ve8bem0KQ4diHihNWOzLpD8Ebz8q4aBO-lg6ummHVG0cJFwzlk-06zMYt7r-2b5Pe2BWIUzo_bo-Ct_L2ZQplaPSn_vyutHPIMYaf9peYSMhaMhrQF7ZqoQ/s1280/2022%20Projects%202023%20Plans.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3i3lvIYQBdfGX3CSGBeCBUyxlPHXZfZql9RyfGf2Hxtt59ApMvHhg2C9H0CwRbVSwXC7ve8bem0KQ4diHihNWOzLpD8Ebz8q4aBO-lg6ummHVG0cJFwzlk-06zMYt7r-2b5Pe2BWIUzo_bo-Ct_L2ZQplaPSn_vyutHPIMYaf9peYSMhaMhrQF7ZqoQ/s320/2022%20Projects%202023%20Plans.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Companion YouTube Video: <a href="https://youtu.be/IPiXcbdO09U" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/IPiXcbdO09U</a></div><br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p>Historical, vintage, and fantasy costuming is a hobby that brings me joy and is completely whim-directed. Sometimes it's the whim of a new pattern discovery, an upcoming event, a collaboration with other costumers, or a new era of fashion history. But it always has a single goal - to be enjoyable!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLuINd9KrMJbAKV8almVDZbLxVAW_41699XRNJBPtDQZpjfcTUeKu2Knp003w3vAm9BWgzHqesMSaGDCW-NESdo05pt18aAC36WhK3EjyDGXX3tzcSquspStSqBz5ARGthgQairKLx24FQdRujmMjV5sWeFHuTZ43zhetOk58AYorT_4IQHTAOTRFBEw/s621/183397508_10226795722736065_6617480091268419914_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="350" data-original-width="621" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLuINd9KrMJbAKV8almVDZbLxVAW_41699XRNJBPtDQZpjfcTUeKu2Knp003w3vAm9BWgzHqesMSaGDCW-NESdo05pt18aAC36WhK3EjyDGXX3tzcSquspStSqBz5ARGthgQairKLx24FQdRujmMjV5sWeFHuTZ43zhetOk58AYorT_4IQHTAOTRFBEw/s320/183397508_10226795722736065_6617480091268419914_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The Blog: <a href="https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/</a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3_MiRbZmGAbeWOtzLsrsATC-WT9aRIDP4mwd-zU-CFBSL83E5jGxx2FFT1YkM9JDNGn9sfZa-kcLsHEf5JmFPX8f4gsx_fq-mORbdmynKWTme9fx3YBPkkmAvkIoBVEF8eVNEV6AXUGF2neXmi927DGsn7Ee2kHFGijJEichOpQHp5Ceg3l8pe2jIIw/s1456/Screenshot%20(68).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="904" data-original-width="1456" height="199" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3_MiRbZmGAbeWOtzLsrsATC-WT9aRIDP4mwd-zU-CFBSL83E5jGxx2FFT1YkM9JDNGn9sfZa-kcLsHEf5JmFPX8f4gsx_fq-mORbdmynKWTme9fx3YBPkkmAvkIoBVEF8eVNEV6AXUGF2neXmi927DGsn7Ee2kHFGijJEichOpQHp5Ceg3l8pe2jIIw/s320/Screenshot%20(68).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The YouTube Channel: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-p3Cgn5xIOOsr8zDe_-OJQ" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-p3Cgn5xIOOsr8zDe_-OJQ</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p><b>The Historical Sew Monthly Challenges</b></p><p>Since 2013 I've also documented my makes with the Historical Sew Monthly Challenges, hosted by The Dreamstress, in her Facebook group.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXBU2YGZAY62BFqW0cbb0YxrfABGnAIYqBUXE0dLEbOiGAtlg-xgPB_6Z6uAHUsHR_gXFywPig7S6ZR_BH6iKBqxtMDyeYsqVXWGOp2j9IsehYb7R9uGq-IkGcxQGFgSbModFWVIC73PouCwe1Zr-KzYBjNBwGRkaA1v28Ut_hVgi6v5f2GxboOg3WrQ/s299/HSM-2022.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="299" data-original-width="250" height="299" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXBU2YGZAY62BFqW0cbb0YxrfABGnAIYqBUXE0dLEbOiGAtlg-xgPB_6Z6uAHUsHR_gXFywPig7S6ZR_BH6iKBqxtMDyeYsqVXWGOp2j9IsehYb7R9uGq-IkGcxQGFgSbModFWVIC73PouCwe1Zr-KzYBjNBwGRkaA1v28Ut_hVgi6v5f2GxboOg3WrQ/s1600/HSM-2022.jpeg" width="250" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p>2022 was the 10th anniversary of the Historical Sew Monthly and The Dreamstress presented 12 unique Challenges. I'll document some of my 2022 projects according to those Challenges and will share with you some additional projects that didn't fit into the HSM guidelines. Lastly, I'll tell you a bit about my plans for 2023 - always subject to whim-directed change.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXaqPV5kyPEhitzBakLx1Wv00wlLmAw24vxVNSDOzLrEeCUymUYJS9XV7bZR7hTULgtUZvI74PtRmBxjhdj3U2FSKXmVP-X0KCtcFP_5bSecaRDyV4p8-j5kju5W4Z8gnKkKslo_jA0KzJdJCJh81s5C9T_tNLahR1vMkA-XsRrJZYbkuTSOzkpO4CCA/s1897/Screenshot%20(59).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="886" data-original-width="1897" height="149" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXaqPV5kyPEhitzBakLx1Wv00wlLmAw24vxVNSDOzLrEeCUymUYJS9XV7bZR7hTULgtUZvI74PtRmBxjhdj3U2FSKXmVP-X0KCtcFP_5bSecaRDyV4p8-j5kju5W4Z8gnKkKslo_jA0KzJdJCJh81s5C9T_tNLahR1vMkA-XsRrJZYbkuTSOzkpO4CCA/s320/Screenshot%20(59).png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuZQs6UzINfRM4vSlKCJVVHlNUxjWi6PSFiGB496iZy8fsjULpALygK9rVgqOQST6ClY7AH0lHsncHZyTUYivknqBlLKVluC8gyW_2OEwVjye0vVksgIs9s6t4GrfLg8sgL5_JQMyVgqikXwhHK6IWZmYyhFj8XBt0NNyVlxrdRDv68_3O0zlGGtXYvQ/s1211/Screenshot%20(60).png" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><p>January 2022 - Anniversary Choice</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBR72v9_TYZd44xBG3rXIRceWNjc9EGPHWCj8vTNK1oJ4YDSs8GV1oCDdtZlxD8nVp-62E0c7_YgkYGhYC00KF9Yk51DUUUzlR6DMbSarc_8srxRkMIJv35a0fcPW4cBqwPlaxfc8rzT9elwNlYoDzBFo_DumyW19ffPe5FfbJvqZePOiz7UhDPqv41A/s622/272105421_10228403125160121_854871720898652579_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="350" data-original-width="622" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBR72v9_TYZd44xBG3rXIRceWNjc9EGPHWCj8vTNK1oJ4YDSs8GV1oCDdtZlxD8nVp-62E0c7_YgkYGhYC00KF9Yk51DUUUzlR6DMbSarc_8srxRkMIJv35a0fcPW4cBqwPlaxfc8rzT9elwNlYoDzBFo_DumyW19ffPe5FfbJvqZePOiz7UhDPqv41A/s320/272105421_10228403125160121_854871720898652579_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The Blog Post: <a href="https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2022/02/bringing-victorian-barbie-to-life.html" target="_blank">https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2022/02/bringing-victorian-barbie-to-life.html</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The YouTube Video: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3EkRMUxufo" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3EkRMUxufo</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The YouTube Playlist: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKRJ01xNNbn1mwIov4yDd6uR0Op1D-IH" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKRJ01xNNbn1mwIov4yDd6uR0Op1D-IH</a></div><br /><p><span style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Challenge: It’s the 10th year of the HSM! Go back 10 years and choose any challenge from the 2013 HSF Challenge list, and make something for it! In 2013 we tried to do this fortnightly, so there are 26 options!</span></p><p><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">From The Historical Sew Fortnightly Challenges 2013:</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">#2: UFO – due Jan 28. Let’s get something off our UFO pile! Use this opportunity to finish off something that’s never quite gotten done, or stalled halfway through.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">2022 began with a huge UFO - the historical recreation of a Victorian Holiday Barbie - in life size! The hat was finished. The skirt finished. But unfinished (and with me unmotivated) it was a huge challenge!</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Material: Silk velvet</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Pattern: Wearing History 1007 Sophie - 1899 French Jacket</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Year: 1899</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Notions: Woven fusible interfacing, beaded buttons, buckram</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">How historically accurate is it? To replicate historical silk velvet, all pieces had to be interfaced with a woven fusible interfacing. The pattern is from an historical collection.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Hours to complete: 60 hours</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">First worn: Only worn for photos but still hoping for a special outing after events begin again.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Total cost: $180 for the silk velvet, $64 for the fusible interfacing, $28 for the beaded buttons = $272</span></p><p><br /></p><p>February 2022 - Neck and Shoulders</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoeVNxvj4BTrGXbJ1i_NAaB0PJyIKNBluXcETMVnFAeUzK2TXNzhdiC1121Ud5C-VOScpqD_jVC-GJ8aexgq1NdyjY4SawGSNrm0marV-SALl51o1yBR_Ji9Z7sWwPnEekPJfmRI3bkalSOBpYIKIoF8MSt123xUSJ-J5pWZDs6PoUkvUgbfRI8kSCbw/s640/302101060_10229690885553326_4203802696309484873_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoeVNxvj4BTrGXbJ1i_NAaB0PJyIKNBluXcETMVnFAeUzK2TXNzhdiC1121Ud5C-VOScpqD_jVC-GJ8aexgq1NdyjY4SawGSNrm0marV-SALl51o1yBR_Ji9Z7sWwPnEekPJfmRI3bkalSOBpYIKIoF8MSt123xUSJ-J5pWZDs6PoUkvUgbfRI8kSCbw/s320/302101060_10229690885553326_4203802696309484873_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1440" data-original-width="1440" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV3NHFLNnOkHdwMrNlprE4OwinnP5ifHxOOv6u7ExSi0Kj5qoXxSyi6cG6us0mXdny-pIjYWYkG0eZtHpXvJ2mttG61bqYNtO8QiP3DOzgcmUtTJCDWV4DXzfBRTXaScKfjb6MkKtle08ZdAcz8osTji_3kFEqbmvdk9C6u70Hv8zXMdzTD6FbPk-J5A/s320/306607121_10229881833206898_1840377242162774069_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">(This space saved for Future Blog Post Link)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">(This space saved for Future YouTube Video Link)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">The Challenge: February: Neck & Shoulders: Make something to wear around your neck or on your shoulders</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Material: Rayon velvet</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Pattern: Vintage Pattern Lending Library 1930s Ensemble</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Year: 1934</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Notions: Button</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">How historically accurate is it? Sewn from a reproduction of a vintage pattern.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Hours to complete: 10 hours</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">First worn: Part of a complete 1930s wardrobe for a future event.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Total cost: $15</span></p><p><br /></p><p>March 2022 - Non Woven</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoM83JnRJRuAX4AGDA9YB1eB6Tk8DgRh4Tncum-EmN5qgn4WOxV6Cg3blZ1yepXIxZVViET8TBwbjTBO2hiXQ1VdE_4u8DrI5EfpraV7AQpQIr_YmT2EKrhtnq7AeLp1_HOuREl4ieNXZoWsJ46BSlYlGB7sZnaxmWifMlpKiUTGXQ11h4QNNr9efhhw/s640/317443252_10230497262392243_6751207453423225067_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoM83JnRJRuAX4AGDA9YB1eB6Tk8DgRh4Tncum-EmN5qgn4WOxV6Cg3blZ1yepXIxZVViET8TBwbjTBO2hiXQ1VdE_4u8DrI5EfpraV7AQpQIr_YmT2EKrhtnq7AeLp1_HOuREl4ieNXZoWsJ46BSlYlGB7sZnaxmWifMlpKiUTGXQ11h4QNNr9efhhw/s320/317443252_10230497262392243_6751207453423225067_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizMy-VQz2yyzAcVua_lQQcCyItHCN1Zgx2va_NQlIusT3bsitfa4RT8dNf8yPDK4qnVpuN12DkssjSgnW05hFykE5TeSo_j3eoEByGB0f9BErOgBZg6i8lA2a_jvFcruvBpTBb0cpDjXvQwczapbWK41hN-nGRSPQgRGTUJpRm0NPtsK54HtFQjq5ciQ/s2048/316293375_10230491473527525_7332064981370808832_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizMy-VQz2yyzAcVua_lQQcCyItHCN1Zgx2va_NQlIusT3bsitfa4RT8dNf8yPDK4qnVpuN12DkssjSgnW05hFykE5TeSo_j3eoEByGB0f9BErOgBZg6i8lA2a_jvFcruvBpTBb0cpDjXvQwczapbWK41hN-nGRSPQgRGTUJpRm0NPtsK54HtFQjq5ciQ/s320/316293375_10230491473527525_7332064981370808832_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXsrdjVx6Yo6BeMOjh7A4aiODfcsQskukUPRYuFMXE9Wq4V1bYB_9SVZC17pIGh2Nwg5Z0LdYqZ3P89wQjSI7mIb0vGXw21xVsA5sz-sMdTVkTEsEcrif_1p1Gew40lxrcRxi2Rfd93jHfD7WlxnM_6CqgJQqUgVYepkhay98uSA1Ra3NwXBdkyBhJkg/s622/317698519_10230497263312266_3058859426563123096_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="350" data-original-width="622" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXsrdjVx6Yo6BeMOjh7A4aiODfcsQskukUPRYuFMXE9Wq4V1bYB_9SVZC17pIGh2Nwg5Z0LdYqZ3P89wQjSI7mIb0vGXw21xVsA5sz-sMdTVkTEsEcrif_1p1Gew40lxrcRxi2Rfd93jHfD7WlxnM_6CqgJQqUgVYepkhay98uSA1Ra3NwXBdkyBhJkg/s320/317698519_10230497263312266_3058859426563123096_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The Blog Post: <a href="https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2022/11/native-american-heritage-month-2022.html" target="_blank">https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2022/11/native-american-heritage-month-2022.html</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The YouTube Video: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CKVgMmdvKus" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CKVgMmdvKus</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">The Challenge: March: Non-Woven. Make something not based on woven materials. There’s a whole world of possibilities. Braiding, carving, crocheting, felting, knitting, knotting, naalbinding…and…</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">With glass beads created in Italy in the early 1500s and beads from Czechoslovakia available in mass production and popularity in the 1850s, it seemed that these were a non-woven alternative to garment embellishment in historical fashion.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Material: Cotton velvet, faux fur, interfacing</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Pattern: Vogue 7708</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Year: To be paired with an 1862 coat</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Notions: Glass beads and beading thread</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">How historically accurate is it? The bead design is created using historical Ojibwe inspiration.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Hours to complete: 10 hours</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">First worn: During the Winter Storm Elliott of December 2022</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Total cost: $5</span></p><p><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">This project is documented in a blog post and companion video published for Native American Heritage Month in honor of my ancestry.</span></p><p><br /></p><p>April 2022 - Bags</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhazTDILem8ZUajEzw3FOuAHhwqykpGzPUH8InYzOzzuACDE7pD1AsDpH7lB_HMCYNTZjI2WbkW2gmkGGriDRFZSXbF3TOpkxuFBl8tUXN8mcIFqz1yYHHjzjWy66K0hCKa0BkrVVFJittW0FoTVsOzdf6l4pM8HKyBuZTSFu72gB4-BYAohjv8qWELtw/s640/302101060_10229690885553326_4203802696309484873_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhazTDILem8ZUajEzw3FOuAHhwqykpGzPUH8InYzOzzuACDE7pD1AsDpH7lB_HMCYNTZjI2WbkW2gmkGGriDRFZSXbF3TOpkxuFBl8tUXN8mcIFqz1yYHHjzjWy66K0hCKa0BkrVVFJittW0FoTVsOzdf6l4pM8HKyBuZTSFu72gB4-BYAohjv8qWELtw/s320/302101060_10229690885553326_4203802696309484873_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Material: Rayon velvet, cotton lining</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Pattern: Vintage Pattern Lending Library 1930s Ensemble</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Year: 1934</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Notions: Buttons</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">How historically accurate is it? Sewn from a reproduction of a vintage pattern.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Hours to complete: 4 hours</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">First worn: Part of a complete 1930s wardrobe for a future event.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Total cost: $10</span></p><p><br /></p><p>May 2022 - Protection</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnPGMn8fnMySEj4ebVrw1tq0avwseno3-Rg4YqlpLPdXTDqP_wlWT2yYpoQb0i2Bl48EidUR6eKPSF9fOiKJutlj6SIfcwreJgtryC76U-9UNCZf9CmW8DXA904HSi00vAUuLrg65yhOe4vClTi9MIvHS-t1h_bT1PvKsJT4TRD3r-u6tDOLiJQlRmvw/s414/308957358_10229839092498407_682197943908540206_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="414" data-original-width="414" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnPGMn8fnMySEj4ebVrw1tq0avwseno3-Rg4YqlpLPdXTDqP_wlWT2yYpoQb0i2Bl48EidUR6eKPSF9fOiKJutlj6SIfcwreJgtryC76U-9UNCZf9CmW8DXA904HSi00vAUuLrg65yhOe4vClTi9MIvHS-t1h_bT1PvKsJT4TRD3r-u6tDOLiJQlRmvw/s320/308957358_10229839092498407_682197943908540206_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">The Challenge: May: Protection: Create a garment that protects you from something: weather, dirt, wear, weapons, etc.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Material: Rayon velvet, cotton lining</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Pattern: Vintage Pattern Lending Library 1930s Ensemble</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Year: 1934</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Notions: Buttons</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">How historically accurate is it? Sewn from a reproduction of a vintage pattern.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Hours to complete: 6 hours</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">First worn: Part of a complete 1930s wardrobe for a future event.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Total cost: $7</span><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"> </span></p><p><br /></p><p>June 2022 - At the Museum</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghbaiCBK124VT07H1jQuEOwmmva1CiMZ3cWtMBe3YKRhuQv5C8MICZPZTMzhqQ8Iuv0MyrU-aYzWJbAbhXWrQgCSPtwLxZ1rfdSo-4wIw-k1kH7L3y4ue4iH7HeR42SWjOT9TLTYwSO2PvkHbiBHBpAxo3znLcHyPTBW4GtpunMZ91O_49f9rzWxOyPg/s1200/Facebook%20Post%20(3).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghbaiCBK124VT07H1jQuEOwmmva1CiMZ3cWtMBe3YKRhuQv5C8MICZPZTMzhqQ8Iuv0MyrU-aYzWJbAbhXWrQgCSPtwLxZ1rfdSo-4wIw-k1kH7L3y4ue4iH7HeR42SWjOT9TLTYwSO2PvkHbiBHBpAxo3znLcHyPTBW4GtpunMZ91O_49f9rzWxOyPg/s320/Facebook%20Post%20(3).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><p><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">The Challenge: June: At the Museum: Be inspired by the items and research available in museums and archives.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">A modern pattern developed and offered as a fundraiser by the Costume Industry Coalition during the World Health Crisis. The double piping, rouleaux, and sleeve motif are directly inspired by an 1820 Spencer at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The link is in the blog post and video.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Material: Linen, rayon lining, cotton bias</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Pattern: Hamilton Spencer by Costume Industry Coalition</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Year: 1820</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Notions: Linen canvas interlining, tailor's tape, cotton cord</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">How historically accurate is it? The pattern and embellishment are very historically influenced. The fabrics and sewing methods are modern or self-determined.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Hours to complete: 168 hours</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">First worn: Only for photos</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Total cost: $27</span></p><p><br /></p><p>July 2022 - Geometry</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The Blog Post: <a href="http://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2022/05/testing-burnley-trowbridge-wrapper.html" target="_blank">http://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2022/05/testing-burnley-trowbridge-wrapper.html</a> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The YouTube Video: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KosXltXKI7U" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KosXltXKI7U</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The Stash Swap Blog Post: <a href="http://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2022/05/stash-swap-2022-what-i-gave-what-i-got.html" target="_blank">http://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2022/05/stash-swap-2022-what-i-gave-what-i-got.html</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The Stash Swap Video: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U1yT3JBEjfY" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U1yT3JBEjfY</a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">The Challenge: July: Geometry: Make something with pattern pieces based on basic geometry, or that somehow incorporates geometric design elements.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">18th century garment construction was necessarily based on rectangular fabric pieces to economize on the use of fabric. This wrapper is entirely made with rectangles and minimal angles and fitted with pleating.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Material: Silk taffeta and silk dupioni lining</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Pattern: Burnley and Trowbridge 18th Century Wrapper</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Year: 18th c</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Notions: Thread</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">How historically accurate is it? The construction and exterior fabric are accurate. The lining fabric is not.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Hours to complete: 18 hours</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">First worn: Sewn for a pattern test</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Total cost: Approximately $200 if fabric were newly purchased but the exterior fabric was received in a stash swap.</span><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;"> Thank you, Noelle!</span></p><p><br /></p><p>August 2022 - As Seen on Screen</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicEGPQmNMZz-lpQYt4ZI4A9uwUV_TZgvbJ-O5OJdqJvaL0RYmle4IT4C2FJz_Gsqrl5A0fZisccSP9w7As8Tw_pfjVV22DVHoORsZGH5t77twIaG8-TQcFfpHAi8WzWNmvieLFHTqbM1ZrYCYYgpQKId-DAgs_CKT-RM_2pP0YrihUM_dekqw3n09U7Q/s1200/1933Suit.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicEGPQmNMZz-lpQYt4ZI4A9uwUV_TZgvbJ-O5OJdqJvaL0RYmle4IT4C2FJz_Gsqrl5A0fZisccSP9w7As8Tw_pfjVV22DVHoORsZGH5t77twIaG8-TQcFfpHAi8WzWNmvieLFHTqbM1ZrYCYYgpQKId-DAgs_CKT-RM_2pP0YrihUM_dekqw3n09U7Q/s320/1933Suit.png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhi7wr8YWzGa7z6FqAqsMPXhIztsdgPHuMLKfElL6BQub6rkDbSvhRQNg1yGPPSD4eFYldGQUJPmOxq9BCykdSZIJ4cApmXZqz9VqqKJYKS7Qcu7xXTtm_HKjmcFjFKyJlingNsDY9t9TTeCliYjHXH3GDZJNwRi58wqz6No5zqyuOh2JDENda0PXi5-Q/s960/281013700_10229076965165700_3608572644525118481_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUK06I5rPXqo3-eDxmISz5mJ0HnZD47ECS-GyO38EeXjWO_jvyxgXl3AYYWukReQJSqTU5wPHiBe1GpA6CC0aL0GUGvle0r8rdA-H7IWHerRBhv-qu_Egxp_6rfoHLZekDsbKHHede-fxnTLfOsgaPbedj7Iw6aGRN04bmCupJcEy3pfNCQb40V9flIA/s1920/280659122_10229070847732768_3013003168766088592_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUK06I5rPXqo3-eDxmISz5mJ0HnZD47ECS-GyO38EeXjWO_jvyxgXl3AYYWukReQJSqTU5wPHiBe1GpA6CC0aL0GUGvle0r8rdA-H7IWHerRBhv-qu_Egxp_6rfoHLZekDsbKHHede-fxnTLfOsgaPbedj7Iw6aGRN04bmCupJcEy3pfNCQb40V9flIA/s320/280659122_10229070847732768_3013003168766088592_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The Blog Post: <a href="https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2022/05/sewing-1930s-suit-and-hat-katharine.html" target="_blank">https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2022/05/sewing-1930s-suit-and-hat-katharine.html</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The YouTube Video: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NFV_C8LA1wo" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NFV_C8LA1wo</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">The Challenge: August: As Seen On Screen: Make something inspired by something you’ve seen on screen, whether it’s film, TV, or YouTube.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">This suit, worn by Katharine Hepburn in the 1933 movie Christopher Strong, was produced in a pattern by the Butterick Pattern Company for their Starred pattern series shortly after the movies were released.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Material: Silk taffeta, wool suiting</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Pattern: EvaDress Patterns - A Katharine Hepburn Frock</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Year: 1933</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Notions: Button blanks for covering, snaps</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">How historically accurate is it? Reproduction pattern of an original.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Hours to complete: 12 hours</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">First worn: For photos</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Total cost: Approximately $80 if fabric were purchased today but the jacket and bodice silk taffeta were received in a stash swap. Thank you, Noelle!</span></p><p><br /></p><p>September 2022 - Blue</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-luL6ETfJfMO1wtaMg3KaiFddu6wPaX3TfDSYYgkV_WEVSm0lgryitwgi_ix4s9ffoK4CUAzNzQ-GG0aq-IEmFdJnxKYADoi5I-hwuUM0UNOQJg8E5NX6EqSkP5UmlXzByxFknvvFVfPNtq5BURad3uRiVarQvojeaQsJyR0_fctP4eE03XoJNtRLXQ/s1200/Reticule.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-luL6ETfJfMO1wtaMg3KaiFddu6wPaX3TfDSYYgkV_WEVSm0lgryitwgi_ix4s9ffoK4CUAzNzQ-GG0aq-IEmFdJnxKYADoi5I-hwuUM0UNOQJg8E5NX6EqSkP5UmlXzByxFknvvFVfPNtq5BURad3uRiVarQvojeaQsJyR0_fctP4eE03XoJNtRLXQ/s320/Reticule.png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFcR6JTHB9h9PqthT8NFs6xRoPKdTRbEWFPRn6n2gE48vyERlIuOTJ3ltMoBfNYU-MOmDbGcPSwNWu79nQDdhhth5i7TTZn8ISSE3tjISzHsCnI2avm8JoVBmBU7s7iqSJy3PfUdqcRWzOvEtrgh0PGJ014M-T7XKAnWPqlPW4-2BAxoCfbgyaRmmGsQ/s960/277004120_10228745485478915_8542932340440497036_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZNPdTgA4mCRV2ZbkDuVQydts-V0VwLMu1xKFotK2Wgocuq4HbIqbG5JhjPByzytdlkaulT-X8w6jbm35rKBaCbKvCLkImzSPh7fePKgyB1LUhRuLBH40ALv87vUDO6RUTr4bHbVdRP28yGvtdw4YtquvBVDhjRA6jjv3tm6bMmdkE0psIqZP3P7otYw/s320/276271522_10228745484158882_1884911467461036151_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The Blog Post: <a href="https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2022/04/a-stashbusting-reticule-challenge.html" target="_blank">https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2022/04/a-stashbusting-reticule-challenge.html</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The YouTube Video: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ek9npjBZxgE" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ek9npjBZxgE</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">The Challenge: September: Colour Challenge: Blue: Make something in any shade of blue.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">It was a fun challenge to participate in a reticule stash project. I received bits of scrap fabric and trims and was to create a reticule. The striped silk has subtle blue stripes and there were also pieces of plain blue silk and blue ribbon and blue cord for the drawstring. I made a flat-bottomed Regency style drawstring reticule.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Material: Scrap fabrics and trims</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Pattern: Vogue 7221</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Year: Regency</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Notions: Cardboard for the bottom interior</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">How historically accurate is it? This box drawstring style is something I have seen in portraits of the period.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">First worn: I've purchased another piece of the striped silk and will be making a sleeveless Spencer to coordinate with this reticule for a future event.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Total cost: $10 for packing and shipping, the fabrics and trims are all scraps</span></p><p><br /></p><p>October 2022 - A Perfect 10</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><p><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">The Challenge: October: A Perfect 10: It’s the HSM’s 10th anniversary, so make something 10 themed. 10th century, the something-10s, something that incorporates 10 of something? Be creative with it!</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">2022 will be the third year I have recreated a Holiday Barbie. As part of the 1930s wardrobe I've been making I chose a 1930s gown that would be embellished with a poinsettia created from ribbon. Ribbons were manufactured in France as early as the 11th century. Ribbons with finished edges as we have today came into being around 1500. Ribbons were so popular that the 16th century English Parliament tried to enact laws limiting the wearing of ribbons only to nobility. Ribbon adornment reached a high art in the form of dress adornment in the 17th and especially the 18th centuries. Fashioning flowers from ribbons is a wonderful art and for this 1930s dress I created the poinsettia with 10 leaves. (You knew I would get around to 10 sooner or later, didn't you?)</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Material: Poly ribbon, taffeta ribbon, beads</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Pattern: The gown uses Simplicity 1930s Retro 4270</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Year: 1930s</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Notions: Buckram backing for the poinsettia</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">How historically accurate is it? Creating floral and medallions such as cockades from ribbon has a long history.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Hours to complete: 4 hours for the poinsettia</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">First worn: Not yet.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Total cost: This poinsettia with leaves and silver ribbon and beads cost $7.</span></p><p><br /></p><p>November 2022 - Fitting</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisDIdylDv6pKJX9oOvl5yF4RyS_zT4fGQhYR1gD3ic8GS8v1-XEZe18Cbgn3wG3yjxQ-nxx6dRZ4A5pP2U5Ymuzec_FTpGnXE1I6Lg7XGriVUhwv5JrlpoG2e7T0BAz88RnluYsInqwzzRakkxxB4iCG6ASYgUzjqUJULPOGVwxc2MD9ox_jxbv5WP5w/s1200/AngelaClayton.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisDIdylDv6pKJX9oOvl5yF4RyS_zT4fGQhYR1gD3ic8GS8v1-XEZe18Cbgn3wG3yjxQ-nxx6dRZ4A5pP2U5Ymuzec_FTpGnXE1I6Lg7XGriVUhwv5JrlpoG2e7T0BAz88RnluYsInqwzzRakkxxB4iCG6ASYgUzjqUJULPOGVwxc2MD9ox_jxbv5WP5w/s320/AngelaClayton.png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0Bsydvy1k0OfpzT0efGBKsPfcZCZA2AW9j0cViIVMjBOlbA2qpHbJYFRKOqkGxEQyW1759TCPHmojZgqHdt9YlCjxBcUfTN7VM4N0JESU7QmR55tbndyXI8t7qAQrxRElz4z-Svr5PYyJmjYm4kvORYeCLPt_UzSpbGteF_2SSCQfwT32DxAdgoZf_Q/s768/277097278_10228825597841674_637595988850407690_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">(This space saved for Future Blog Post Link)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">(This space saved for Future YouTube Video Link)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">The Challenge: November: Fitting: Make something that focuses on fit.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">This Victorian Natural Form Era gown was created from an Angela Clayton pattern by McCalls. The ease built into this pattern created problems for me. The bust has 9 inches of ease built in and there are multiple seams and darts throughout the extended bodice to create the beautiful shape making pattern alternation difficult for me. To provide for proper fitting I used a Victorian corset and bust and hip pads to fill out the bodice.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Material: Cotton sateen underlining, pearl-embellished organza overlay, satin bows.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Pattern: McCalls 8189 and 8191</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Year: 1882</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Notions: Buttons</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">How historically accurate is it? The construction of pleating and ruching is very accurate. The use of pads to create the shape is very period correct. And, of course, the butt bow!</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Hours to complete: I lost track. All the trim around the neckline, hemline of the bodice and sleeves was cut, gathered, and applied from the organza. The skirt is also ruched and then sewn to the inner lining by hand. All the pearls had to be removed from the seams with tools to allow machine sewing. It was a labor of love!</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">First worn: Not yet.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Total cost: $50</span></p><p><br /></p><p>December 2022 - New Era</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRY3Ga0EsqZLJ2vox06vI8R6vK-zE5uzq2Gy-Fg9oB_nIF010Te8cXAwUwJMLK4B8wXoVNDOosIHKR3oGL1RdOQQPjTEG52CRYXOpl7zvT3wcgeFMd6nwgeNquF39qT0ve8U8WtjdJw3Oni_1f2TY9R_rOgPQ1VF1KItv4SJPcKQ4YqkZ-BPb-D8vLNQ/s1200/AmeliaCollage.png" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;">(This space saved for Future Blog Post Link)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">(This space saved for Future YouTube Video Link)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">The Challenge: December: New Era: Make something from a decade or century you’ve never made from before, or make something that represented a new era in fashion in its time.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Amelia Earhart is known for her aviation legacy. What is not so commonly known is the clothing line she launched in 1934. Clothes that were for the more active woman. I made this blouse following the style of Amelia Earhart's new era line of clothing using silk weight parachute material and buttons which looked like propellers.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Material: Silk weight surplus parachute material</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Pattern: Lady Marlow No. 6808 1930s Vintage Repro</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Year: 1934</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Notions: Buttons for the front and cuffs</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">How historically accurate is it? A reproduction pattern and materials and buttons that resemble the original clothing line.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Hours to complete: The material was like sewing with cobwebs! The sleeves are very full and gathered with many lines of stitching at the armscye. 20 hours</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">First worn: Part of a full 1930s wardrobe for a future event. Shown here with a split skirt.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;" /><span face=""Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif" style="background-color: white; color: #050505; font-size: 15px;">Total cost: $35</span></p><p>That is the last of the Historical Sew Monthly Challenges and I was thrilled to have completed 12 projects that fit into the 12 Challenges.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcgdQb5vzdvUOgkzvm8QutDSBkNqQKNr2ZfkFNYCPb7hE2FJj4SuNmxwZmUuDTKJu93k2hUlqWf0lAjtzoT3tsoWcDi5R593G2Ct6ahhRnjBga3Eik9q9Z74SEOmFkDo2aEjuBabEoDf4QKASqmN6crcv38F05hqJHDSLK1wBMhwAPakMWB7e3o1YFIw/s1280/Tan%20and%20Grey%20Minimalism%20DIY%20Influencer%20YouTube%20Thumbnail%20Set%20(7).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcgdQb5vzdvUOgkzvm8QutDSBkNqQKNr2ZfkFNYCPb7hE2FJj4SuNmxwZmUuDTKJu93k2hUlqWf0lAjtzoT3tsoWcDi5R593G2Ct6ahhRnjBga3Eik9q9Z74SEOmFkDo2aEjuBabEoDf4QKASqmN6crcv38F05hqJHDSLK1wBMhwAPakMWB7e3o1YFIw/s320/Tan%20and%20Grey%20Minimalism%20DIY%20Influencer%20YouTube%20Thumbnail%20Set%20(7).png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><b>Other Projects Completed in 2022</b></p><p>Other projects I enjoyed which didn't fit into the Historical Sew Monthly Challenges or Guidelines of prior to 1938 included:</p><p>1. 1940s aprons for a Costube Cooks collaboration with sewing and cooking. 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A Strawberry Fascinator and 1980s Gunne Sax suit in strawberry sundae fabric for #gunnesnacks costumers collaboration. This is out of my usual timeline but it was intended for wearing while I taught a Ribbon Flowers class and enjoyed a vintage Ice Cream Social during the Ahoy Vintage Cruises crossing. To celebrate the complete project I enjoyed strawberry ice cream while making a very silly video.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizeCBo3_OV5e0YkDwdkskfxjL5WL6tlsq_fPit_hfrrHgPjnaaXVm_CnTBDFyWb_8rVbn8O4-S-RYaBFq5N-X15VZhxG80OknamMIOJydJ7hSPTkXzlWBzqlSAAudmbHA461PiEjAvsm_Ehsgg7SeIKzgnkBFllk8-ptIe-iGl0iNVMygqcHfbPX7osA/s640/284272096_10229168875103391_5779590852701453932_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizeCBo3_OV5e0YkDwdkskfxjL5WL6tlsq_fPit_hfrrHgPjnaaXVm_CnTBDFyWb_8rVbn8O4-S-RYaBFq5N-X15VZhxG80OknamMIOJydJ7hSPTkXzlWBzqlSAAudmbHA461PiEjAvsm_Ehsgg7SeIKzgnkBFllk8-ptIe-iGl0iNVMygqcHfbPX7osA/s320/284272096_10229168875103391_5779590852701453932_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjClJvB9Lf-FRhQQFJL9wVLnNkB4uJlyiF6QbdZcd8FKA_XnpRusT3dyOPciEzR821pKCM4M42so8Qct8iRHhlg5tdgxMUv8XDYykEXEuLnMeAorfTMbNLY5NbN4bjG3YpKxKg5oUq4Lp7MCZnjLf_isfr4DSt2EX2MWdNZc8b2I_LmTVkbSp3VCpykHQ/s640/273581522_10228515552210727_7140669960076664820_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Fascinator YouTube Video: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=65XayBht9eI&t=0s" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=65XayBht9eI&t=0s</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Suit Blog Post: <a href="https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2022/06/last-month-i-shared-with-you-blog-post.html" target="_blank">https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2022/06/last-month-i-shared-with-you-blog-post.html</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Suit YouTube Video: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tn9eIlsuf0E" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tn9eIlsuf0E</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p>3. A Bridgerton-inspired day gown with matching reticule.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfIuXHggg7-O4C9Ee6I3KGKELUG00bzE2RD9IdG1dUhiIJPCycETlPIxQi2TFIv-aKImcnwbKxLqG6_htmSXMp-btKlohWsIT6bMwfzne1J0DIOtwwh7WA2yU5ks3oendLfMGQPkkscyu6zNziTi8jSyxSieIKtlTTZM3-A4xtrj34cJrFqMF-ST6OZw/s960/292277052_10229425657682795_3587861057310590964_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfIuXHggg7-O4C9Ee6I3KGKELUG00bzE2RD9IdG1dUhiIJPCycETlPIxQi2TFIv-aKImcnwbKxLqG6_htmSXMp-btKlohWsIT6bMwfzne1J0DIOtwwh7WA2yU5ks3oendLfMGQPkkscyu6zNziTi8jSyxSieIKtlTTZM3-A4xtrj34cJrFqMF-ST6OZw/s320/292277052_10229425657682795_3587861057310590964_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuTjRXZts6qIglsQnQ2oAypaOKHo9sVNfd7hLemGNNVg0IOCpd4cXq26695IiuGYgaxeslNTNz3_ScxJ8DohsOlMD_Y9I1iFX1fP3FrF1UEp3XuTymy_VbdUHQaP4QzIgV-jyLKyxAVOIEisAW4-uIp9176uWgn0CZ-ogZC95b8HAz6GfZB8Yz3RB9Ig/s640/289792950_10229425656642769_4434787220954640603_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuTjRXZts6qIglsQnQ2oAypaOKHo9sVNfd7hLemGNNVg0IOCpd4cXq26695IiuGYgaxeslNTNz3_ScxJ8DohsOlMD_Y9I1iFX1fP3FrF1UEp3XuTymy_VbdUHQaP4QzIgV-jyLKyxAVOIEisAW4-uIp9176uWgn0CZ-ogZC95b8HAz6GfZB8Yz3RB9Ig/s320/289792950_10229425656642769_4434787220954640603_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbp8E2u7JMO0euw9xtfO84w9I8Zlm954Xgwib1JBEYuacuKlIWdTJg35qICn0Se0olUOk7v0PTnp1exvohlwjo2uFwoyPiv_5ERGuPAFDC-qgH9h9PP7pgZMwQShk7oIRUq_dirMixp9GFT4qWIQxzLhdfVXu1vZHoHWgKZaduiK3BFdFd4_omDGmXWg/s640/291672333_10229425653362687_1212881159685453514_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbp8E2u7JMO0euw9xtfO84w9I8Zlm954Xgwib1JBEYuacuKlIWdTJg35qICn0Se0olUOk7v0PTnp1exvohlwjo2uFwoyPiv_5ERGuPAFDC-qgH9h9PP7pgZMwQShk7oIRUq_dirMixp9GFT4qWIQxzLhdfVXu1vZHoHWgKZaduiK3BFdFd4_omDGmXWg/s320/291672333_10229425653362687_1212881159685453514_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhduyUTJeP2ngjPXnXwOptNw5g2dvpJw3gNCfV4Hp9EFFMYoc3QJbypxnoZkYYR1T2DYHzEzsv6i8ZJIHNrAX66LDkQSacLgwg9OcNr9sWIvv8qj88xqO8YBYXOP95snjUMtHEiJziuJdfoOrF1zs_tgAdkVO9OcWvNPEHjuTdhRhgK1Y4qPDu_rl6I7Q/s879/291340592_10229425658762822_2495491864317925609_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="879" data-original-width="879" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhduyUTJeP2ngjPXnXwOptNw5g2dvpJw3gNCfV4Hp9EFFMYoc3QJbypxnoZkYYR1T2DYHzEzsv6i8ZJIHNrAX66LDkQSacLgwg9OcNr9sWIvv8qj88xqO8YBYXOP95snjUMtHEiJziuJdfoOrF1zs_tgAdkVO9OcWvNPEHjuTdhRhgK1Y4qPDu_rl6I7Q/s320/291340592_10229425658762822_2495491864317925609_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The Blog Post: <a href="https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2022/07/sewing-bridgerton-gownand-accessories.html" target="_blank">https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2022/07/sewing-bridgerton-gownand-accessories.html</a> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The YouTube Video: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uaqz5ny56dc" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uaqz5ny56dc</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p>4. A Bridgerton-inspired ball gown inspired by Lady Danbury to attend A Bridgerton Experience coming to Atlanta, Georgia.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjB-8jVLa3USE2KYAV1zazR6m2Q4lmwBb6D3ALou7_5WpXeDvGuqhGI3oDSnNIr58W3GsOjz3beS8WSJ6XFMsyb9viWfpw0Pu-Vt1PqWzJZQkBYAmjVlul4EriefxeH2ozzdWEJjKz9WkxX0T4iHwXc9Tll6m1PabV0rVk1ASWH-GVncWcmdTK1ef02xA/s960/295777510_10229521636122196_1542978959354233826_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="528" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjB-8jVLa3USE2KYAV1zazR6m2Q4lmwBb6D3ALou7_5WpXeDvGuqhGI3oDSnNIr58W3GsOjz3beS8WSJ6XFMsyb9viWfpw0Pu-Vt1PqWzJZQkBYAmjVlul4EriefxeH2ozzdWEJjKz9WkxX0T4iHwXc9Tll6m1PabV0rVk1ASWH-GVncWcmdTK1ef02xA/s320/295777510_10229521636122196_1542978959354233826_n.jpg" width="176" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5OuZSk-MPZ5iHF7Vrqg82HCzYMmdx3yYtzPBBDPGl32ytgQbbXLXcEhykLLthreXlLoeZt7QmWhktiBQBaSzxtaetT_E4J3ZnbySVBq-PFutNApY6Px-s88RcE6nrNvo_saVMYtDszSIAcXL8g8N0eXx6Mtx7VrrJgaBMaK5WBPkA2H71VyXc4OrLEg/s960/295805376_10229521634722161_4034241414312921036_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="528" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5OuZSk-MPZ5iHF7Vrqg82HCzYMmdx3yYtzPBBDPGl32ytgQbbXLXcEhykLLthreXlLoeZt7QmWhktiBQBaSzxtaetT_E4J3ZnbySVBq-PFutNApY6Px-s88RcE6nrNvo_saVMYtDszSIAcXL8g8N0eXx6Mtx7VrrJgaBMaK5WBPkA2H71VyXc4OrLEg/s320/295805376_10229521634722161_4034241414312921036_n.jpg" width="176" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhM58GGSYc5lNSokWzWocr-rcvJL_oKFI-ZMt2r4Z4xxwLjyWvj4SQwdMyTiRoTa1ZbwyNsLojKIoO7Xp2ACu7o6Petl-NmqD8kEEHyb1nVD8vEKBMC6TBRTlsc7EuhQO9tVm-emZRhgv58H0P5NDFWQ9wLyEARUeMEOibTub1Cb_fsFM2IG0Elip8SJw/s960/295697229_10229521630202048_3164590691669642335_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhM58GGSYc5lNSokWzWocr-rcvJL_oKFI-ZMt2r4Z4xxwLjyWvj4SQwdMyTiRoTa1ZbwyNsLojKIoO7Xp2ACu7o6Petl-NmqD8kEEHyb1nVD8vEKBMC6TBRTlsc7EuhQO9tVm-emZRhgv58H0P5NDFWQ9wLyEARUeMEOibTub1Cb_fsFM2IG0Elip8SJw/s320/295697229_10229521630202048_3164590691669642335_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">(This space saved for Future Blog Post.)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">(This space saved for Future YouTube Video.)</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>2022 Costuming Events</b></div><p>While the research and sewing was wonderful, 2022 was a disappointing year for me for costumed events. The first event after lockdown was to be the new Downton Abbey movie where I was going to wear my 1933 Katharine Hepburn suit and hat. But our group decided against costuming and we wore our thoroughly modern casual clothes and had a thoroughly wonderful time even though there were tears.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2ikzA73BM4Pog81RNnmwXk2NxDLhdKdjhUbbX3kJ2yVFzcvWujm9pJjz3S9NyVhVVSyZSJl5xylLYUSP4UzMzAxcJcgakG5-zDYu4K1StZ1XvsIaCIo0UczoCcx1u7q-ljqlP6yphfYEvx7zSkm8vmnPPwlndvSWtX_K0e3ENKdPetLXyLv94Uvsdag/s474/Downton.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="266" data-original-width="474" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2ikzA73BM4Pog81RNnmwXk2NxDLhdKdjhUbbX3kJ2yVFzcvWujm9pJjz3S9NyVhVVSyZSJl5xylLYUSP4UzMzAxcJcgakG5-zDYu4K1StZ1XvsIaCIo0UczoCcx1u7q-ljqlP6yphfYEvx7zSkm8vmnPPwlndvSWtX_K0e3ENKdPetLXyLv94Uvsdag/s320/Downton.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>The next event was to be the Bridgerton Garden Party and Queen's Ball in Atlanta, Georgia followed by the Corsets & Cravats Symposium in Newberry, South Carolina. I don't like to talk about the sad parts of my life, but as it impacts my life often and certainly did so in my costume hobby in 2022, I'll share with you here.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8n80qQGXj8KRlHAJRu1bXbPd9KBUQnGeVWtsS-LMFKVXnKxch8ZV3w4AZ22C_KlvGXmMoceZobrHmUd217CrXl4SrroUTiomeBe4CvAm1PiFL-Yrkc_WkP51f_6azusQR3eiFopc6Z_qrJ3DJAAsaDjVRcVaa1ReVgYRsOjIAs8nHE3zehPrWDjkBIw/s474/th%20(6).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="367" data-original-width="474" height="248" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8n80qQGXj8KRlHAJRu1bXbPd9KBUQnGeVWtsS-LMFKVXnKxch8ZV3w4AZ22C_KlvGXmMoceZobrHmUd217CrXl4SrroUTiomeBe4CvAm1PiFL-Yrkc_WkP51f_6azusQR3eiFopc6Z_qrJ3DJAAsaDjVRcVaa1ReVgYRsOjIAs8nHE3zehPrWDjkBIw/s320/th%20(6).jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p>I was in a very critical accident when I was 29 years old and had only been married 6 weeks. A crushed leg and severed femoral artery took my life during transport from one hospital to a trauma center. Through several amazing miracles including being discovered in a corn field and the incredible medical team, my life was returned to me. Six surgeries over 3 years, body cases, bone grafts, and other treatments for damaged internal organs, and many hours of rehab later I was able to walk on a cane. With a lot of hard work I eventually danced again. That trauma also turned my hair white which has stayed that way ever since, but also left me with chronic mobility issues. There are times I can overcome the issues but another injury in late 2019 took away most of my mobility. By spring of 2022 the issues were still severe enough to prevent me from driving. The great news was I donated my Bridgerton ticket to a beautiful person who had a perfectly incredible time.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgO_9tBF6Pu_inF2vyZVVECMGTZeRpG0kWf0OY8YZepPt6u7Vm7Bh0uz6GSC6vb7HCmrNAJI6pMA8YJZGCTNKk_Hb_exnkAsh6qLa8mBs9xfaXKnr0CLOXTtiyFABa2Hg-WdZjSBQCFUFv9el7CSuFnEv7RZKvhN9pMmqVr4IHZUzuVQE4ED0Ro-zrFGg/s474/th.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="331" data-original-width="474" height="223" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgO_9tBF6Pu_inF2vyZVVECMGTZeRpG0kWf0OY8YZepPt6u7Vm7Bh0uz6GSC6vb7HCmrNAJI6pMA8YJZGCTNKk_Hb_exnkAsh6qLa8mBs9xfaXKnr0CLOXTtiyFABa2Hg-WdZjSBQCFUFv9el7CSuFnEv7RZKvhN9pMmqVr4IHZUzuVQE4ED0Ro-zrFGg/s320/th.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUlQAcb5W2uJxKDucuKO7U_IoowVwLADRw1KzpVjgUCiyLxWA7bsL-EZTsCkHQ2hTyQfi0iW20dBSlIt7_KxOGVogI1CHoAeK7BgkGVpbKeLFOcTYdI5xkVD1INKW8hzOyLIWGDslK2-pR/s474/CC2022.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="355" data-original-width="474" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUlQAcb5W2uJxKDucuKO7U_IoowVwLADRw1KzpVjgUCiyLxWA7bsL-EZTsCkHQ2hTyQfi0iW20dBSlIt7_KxOGVogI1CHoAeK7BgkGVpbKeLFOcTYdI5xkVD1INKW8hzOyLIWGDslK2-pR/s320/CC2022.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMnBI8zktAlukX7DP1rOnDb_V4ucZ4z596dvmL5OYhRW36K8IVq-qXvbaz8JBr64E3mHVY_SzwwDakXpbHhQFr2dpf49zeWpOI1QlhkdnmeVHtYzU7uqlNuK0LXNEO7e7Hk2Gf5IO8Ui3-/s1317/298759595_10229600492773563_8242855481357720411_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1317" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMnBI8zktAlukX7DP1rOnDb_V4ucZ4z596dvmL5OYhRW36K8IVq-qXvbaz8JBr64E3mHVY_SzwwDakXpbHhQFr2dpf49zeWpOI1QlhkdnmeVHtYzU7uqlNuK0LXNEO7e7Hk2Gf5IO8Ui3-/s320/298759595_10229600492773563_8242855481357720411_n.jpg" width="156" /></a></div><p>Despite the rehab being still necessary, in May 2022 I published a blog and video about my Transatlantic Crossing on the Queen Mary 2 with Ahoy Vintage Cruises. It was a crossing I had been scheduled to take in May 2020 before the world health crisis. I scheduled my new trip with Ahoy Vintage Cruises in October 2021 for an October 2022 crossing. Over that year I saw many other costumers join and we had an online group sharing our sewing adventures. I was leaving 5 days early and would spend 4 of those days in London with a day trip to Highclere Castle and a full day trip to Paris. At the end of the trip I had tickets to Hamilton and Wicked musicals in New York City. Was I excited? I can't even begin to explain how much I was looking forward to my first trip to Europe! Then 10 days before I was to leave life took a turn and I would postpone my journey. Thankfully my cabin mate was able to travel and use my Highclere Castle reservation. Although extremely disappointing, I made myself look forward to taking the next Ahoy Vintage Cruises crossing in April 2023.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrpLvQAbFKDIJkiISz4Bzc7TJtsldSJP_sNRG_x8np3Yrg9K7gXyNhhOvf1oW2WS5ItzNeSg-WHFqCurwwgpc8DRoW3rlPBr1rNYMPt56tl3qHb0V2F4gXR0SMNMsx_HiZ7vfbC04JvYBMPf0iuwzPysXClJVo3GH-81M55CuVbzzSMrPEq3Kk0wKYCA/s640/301985625_10229691520089189_1515311941162997669_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="512" data-original-width="640" height="256" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrpLvQAbFKDIJkiISz4Bzc7TJtsldSJP_sNRG_x8np3Yrg9K7gXyNhhOvf1oW2WS5ItzNeSg-WHFqCurwwgpc8DRoW3rlPBr1rNYMPt56tl3qHb0V2F4gXR0SMNMsx_HiZ7vfbC04JvYBMPf0iuwzPysXClJVo3GH-81M55CuVbzzSMrPEq3Kk0wKYCA/s320/301985625_10229691520089189_1515311941162997669_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjY1FoxDyGHt516mPBEJrgAcHga7NqiijBz0WF0ziZMgJBH8F4_aayvq7cJId_SmWeyT-BcaVdorPSI11-fOdEMuk43yBmrFT1lPfzBMBgsk4vBXN7HoCBxHgYxY_AJWf_b-AMIYP711kqry-FaQwxwVNZBi6KgVpsV0V88rpubHZZd7jxkaIn47GNZQA/s960/302310168_10229691555410072_7441291577952555555_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="909" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjY1FoxDyGHt516mPBEJrgAcHga7NqiijBz0WF0ziZMgJBH8F4_aayvq7cJId_SmWeyT-BcaVdorPSI11-fOdEMuk43yBmrFT1lPfzBMBgsk4vBXN7HoCBxHgYxY_AJWf_b-AMIYP711kqry-FaQwxwVNZBi6KgVpsV0V88rpubHZZd7jxkaIn47GNZQA/s320/302310168_10229691555410072_7441291577952555555_n.jpg" width="303" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVTTCFnA9JUt2V15ubkDguC3A-UV5zcRn7wQjl4sq3vtdvfII6dPm79doyH-RQQkrpyfMbqmFpnqPE3-Et21YZXWI1vjsBy6EnxUxFEpEorA9-79B1hu_46OE4FCq19Y74WwRCfRLoTrPOTVQs8yL5a6dnrnvXT1CdS9ooWrKwZvu17yP7QQ74IE3ZLg/s640/316310473_10230516915763565_6514259848068365381_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVTTCFnA9JUt2V15ubkDguC3A-UV5zcRn7wQjl4sq3vtdvfII6dPm79doyH-RQQkrpyfMbqmFpnqPE3-Et21YZXWI1vjsBy6EnxUxFEpEorA9-79B1hu_46OE4FCq19Y74WwRCfRLoTrPOTVQs8yL5a6dnrnvXT1CdS9ooWrKwZvu17yP7QQ74IE3ZLg/s320/316310473_10230516915763565_6514259848068365381_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf0cwZLfo0nMYLeJxAv9XOxV2gaD26O9a1HQx2P69KIttczBQ5Vi3hAf9mFuEKSj97NAWdz8WGJUslzZTZomjuhzBevgokb2B3SWZcJaetKXpGGW6oQ4bBslCHmw0W-ZVt3TBPB2WD1HIPoQaozPFc3NeUau3rOoKeOmkDc3JXjNOLuc7HwC4RdmiSVw/s960/302002761_10229691529769431_9096778102669872054_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="953" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhf0cwZLfo0nMYLeJxAv9XOxV2gaD26O9a1HQx2P69KIttczBQ5Vi3hAf9mFuEKSj97NAWdz8WGJUslzZTZomjuhzBevgokb2B3SWZcJaetKXpGGW6oQ4bBslCHmw0W-ZVt3TBPB2WD1HIPoQaozPFc3NeUau3rOoKeOmkDc3JXjNOLuc7HwC4RdmiSVw/s320/302002761_10229691529769431_9096778102669872054_n.jpg" width="318" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjv1N0PbZyFwJhJiPUoJm1A04bJt5-TwPtuDz6I8OedtTnD5cQV0g-cfc0re_tdEEJJiDeUkXFWOosPOp7DEGO0nqtX56UGvY4dKlZamySF-soPezNLfNy2TZRbecoOk32W2q0dEOt_-Ayk5W_hRhZZIuWPG05nXwrSXeP23LsklWWP6N07rlbq1WRjkg/s474/th%20(1).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="316" data-original-width="474" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjv1N0PbZyFwJhJiPUoJm1A04bJt5-TwPtuDz6I8OedtTnD5cQV0g-cfc0re_tdEEJJiDeUkXFWOosPOp7DEGO0nqtX56UGvY4dKlZamySF-soPezNLfNy2TZRbecoOk32W2q0dEOt_-Ayk5W_hRhZZIuWPG05nXwrSXeP23LsklWWP6N07rlbq1WRjkg/s320/th%20(1).jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p>As I write this it is February 2023 and sadly, the Ahoy Vintage Cruises crossing for April has been completely cancelled. There is one in May which I cannot take. So rather than wait I have decided to share my 1930s wardrobe created for the trip. I have found local historical and significant places to take photos/videos of my projects and complete the blog posts and videos. There are 14 blog posts and videos to be created so that should take us well into summer.</p><p>1. Just an hour away in Winston-Salem, North Carolina and on the National Register of Historic Places, is this Shell Station built in 1930.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtc2RxXSzdmHRM6InyWGZoBNMIOOHGz4avpBA_eQ9xDVF3p8WJjwK3pobFqBp3hV_PHgzpIbdwqK-T7MdsztPBI6MmEnFiaypLdTFN_wKcTeVCNelMIRpLwc1nQa0lDgqOCvapaDN7HorxpoL-G7_KS2yZ9Sm0dDasbvsS41ENcCapFcGJMRNN1cFH_g/s621/330181477_1376202253137698_4053546696032791197_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="414" data-original-width="621" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtc2RxXSzdmHRM6InyWGZoBNMIOOHGz4avpBA_eQ9xDVF3p8WJjwK3pobFqBp3hV_PHgzpIbdwqK-T7MdsztPBI6MmEnFiaypLdTFN_wKcTeVCNelMIRpLwc1nQa0lDgqOCvapaDN7HorxpoL-G7_KS2yZ9Sm0dDasbvsS41ENcCapFcGJMRNN1cFH_g/s320/330181477_1376202253137698_4053546696032791197_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">2. The R. J. Reynolds Building, also in Winston-Salem, is a perfect example of Art Deco architecture. Built in 1928-1929, the building is well known for being a design inspiration for the much larger Empire State Building that was built in 1931 in New York City. There is a legend that every year the staff of the Empire State Building sends a Father's Day card to the staff at the Reynolds Building in Winston-Salem to pay homage to its role as predecessor to the Empire State Building. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2014. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlyT35bthWCSfFTvGBvlQHjlcgWcNWTghRx2Nyn911GTuCQEoMu_qWlu3g1Jimj3SEkZPfRaAAjZjZCBv830dNZZPhSh0EmgNbEPBgra0KBx_CBAEV-zt_ruLCYTZHBnEB3fBvTYYLWT2GU7dMFkcKkrToeVMn0A33Xbp2HvoUfkW_ftr4ETUlXRqUvA/s399/329130507_578261117673634_6906869357884120487_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="399" data-original-width="320" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlyT35bthWCSfFTvGBvlQHjlcgWcNWTghRx2Nyn911GTuCQEoMu_qWlu3g1Jimj3SEkZPfRaAAjZjZCBv830dNZZPhSh0EmgNbEPBgra0KBx_CBAEV-zt_ruLCYTZHBnEB3fBvTYYLWT2GU7dMFkcKkrToeVMn0A33Xbp2HvoUfkW_ftr4ETUlXRqUvA/s320/329130507_578261117673634_6906869357884120487_n.jpg" width="257" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggSt-dvm-o2ktSyUYrOVWfeCQETiQ8rqhZZ7I700-Bpvz0c5jsTSgn5194g3SH048WWxbeZzZFuTxFjuAfG4MKeUdd_T9sj86ttK_NhUMAjbEflKJCf97DMEXJKvjiPUXzZkCT_q0kpbfS3IGJ72gTZLyc3k3gMhOsA8w3lLGqIFYR7FWiyMhS1gvmRg/s711/th%20(2).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="711" data-original-width="474" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggSt-dvm-o2ktSyUYrOVWfeCQETiQ8rqhZZ7I700-Bpvz0c5jsTSgn5194g3SH048WWxbeZzZFuTxFjuAfG4MKeUdd_T9sj86ttK_NhUMAjbEflKJCf97DMEXJKvjiPUXzZkCT_q0kpbfS3IGJ72gTZLyc3k3gMhOsA8w3lLGqIFYR7FWiyMhS1gvmRg/s320/th%20(2).jpg" width="213" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDOQI6fT1NcSrTXuxsSh5Z9ekObYx_uDEwLMhMFgGg7ZfzzXAJorxamOJCeyOcLxhcoEKvzFOBwEuRoScxCtWR4irlNVg-_SMpuoRuZ9Gux_FQdDpPMF7DD-3Sl44dzKSqGNsKpvyBZutPTYlyPSUVtKON5kCG8MSFc9A_s2MuinNenRcZQ3EyXY6hgQ/s474/th%20(3).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="319" data-original-width="474" height="215" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDOQI6fT1NcSrTXuxsSh5Z9ekObYx_uDEwLMhMFgGg7ZfzzXAJorxamOJCeyOcLxhcoEKvzFOBwEuRoScxCtWR4irlNVg-_SMpuoRuZ9Gux_FQdDpPMF7DD-3Sl44dzKSqGNsKpvyBZutPTYlyPSUVtKON5kCG8MSFc9A_s2MuinNenRcZQ3EyXY6hgQ/s320/th%20(3).jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">3. In Hickory, North Carolina, just a few miles west of my rural home, is Harper House. Built in 1887 and owned by the Harper family from 1923 to 2000. Now under historic preservation, this Queen Anne style home retains much of the original interior including cherry staircase and stained glass, with some original and some reproduced wallpapers. A crystal chandelier, built by one of the Harper gentlemen as his hobby, hangs above the dining table. A surprise treat is the attic speakeasy with silhouettes of friends and family who secretly visited there during Prohibition. A perfect place for a photo of someone wearing 1920s and 1930s fashion?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtml75ivLcTQtmdlSpHLbkRpzQoVawx-tVGiP0LzXcSnZiD6qvJxK5t358duR3CGojXLcMAQTt4Y2ND2ngWHkTZvqx2CiT6cypevFJmeiq2g7ZfuexghUYXH4YYHWwwZ5i6mCHJlwKC0U1X6jDdIB0ot7twmxe-mEl_tOGj0-23KT2Xl7h41blOFBsYA/s780/331319542_514136577470429_4521722410264615315_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="587" data-original-width="780" height="241" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtml75ivLcTQtmdlSpHLbkRpzQoVawx-tVGiP0LzXcSnZiD6qvJxK5t358duR3CGojXLcMAQTt4Y2ND2ngWHkTZvqx2CiT6cypevFJmeiq2g7ZfuexghUYXH4YYHWwwZ5i6mCHJlwKC0U1X6jDdIB0ot7twmxe-mEl_tOGj0-23KT2Xl7h41blOFBsYA/s320/331319542_514136577470429_4521722410264615315_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVsQx9ZiPgJLQs_RsOx8wyIvH4qDydNSceXsUojXxZ-BxlCR2i5qUq6NifmiLmuheubNYjO3Pzf4wulGI3dzrwnzDjAuniQPyd_t3mJq_O7Pw9h06Ja3g3K6nsiW4YAZADPl_GRpFlSk-nVlbjDWbaG_Z0BDEKdBmDsKp-CUupBAoR6PUSk4E3gbkA_Q/s1035/331113712_711994340590479_5692079764289781307_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1035" data-original-width="780" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVsQx9ZiPgJLQs_RsOx8wyIvH4qDydNSceXsUojXxZ-BxlCR2i5qUq6NifmiLmuheubNYjO3Pzf4wulGI3dzrwnzDjAuniQPyd_t3mJq_O7Pw9h06Ja3g3K6nsiW4YAZADPl_GRpFlSk-nVlbjDWbaG_Z0BDEKdBmDsKp-CUupBAoR6PUSk4E3gbkA_Q/s320/331113712_711994340590479_5692079764289781307_n.jpg" width="241" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJBrRDFG8YOADDh38pEKCI3iUC3y8SbdYjaR0UOAz1-F8GQmogpsnzccMUIhRSFnV7-MZR14F82-6ABGjql8vyNIMgRzd5n-4JzQPeW4-UUy_8KI0LC2T3BQg2T6Lvt1JbfR50FGsMUNu50C0IJDt07opuojfLkycrDQlzMdI8I8IktucE87VlcKUJ0Q/s780/331368093_927009395122464_377309603779842874_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="587" data-original-width="780" height="241" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJBrRDFG8YOADDh38pEKCI3iUC3y8SbdYjaR0UOAz1-F8GQmogpsnzccMUIhRSFnV7-MZR14F82-6ABGjql8vyNIMgRzd5n-4JzQPeW4-UUy_8KI0LC2T3BQg2T6Lvt1JbfR50FGsMUNu50C0IJDt07opuojfLkycrDQlzMdI8I8IktucE87VlcKUJ0Q/s320/331368093_927009395122464_377309603779842874_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvR0rACdBp9CQroRd6iox-Af8MgJH5OpGz40A1eQKZbJ8gj_QFSAYKVOOaec5Or26SIdppLquGl-QPdMzI3FIVL2ruVhhSuYV_Lc-MOwTb9GanVNY47MaqNFx9Ol7WV7wFqXXYFdWITFtrMlPx9lQHECsEcE5unJs8qjRWXTGkoLX4sg0Y1d2441akMw/s780/329150758_507699211531970_5625582921678506385_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="587" data-original-width="780" height="241" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvR0rACdBp9CQroRd6iox-Af8MgJH5OpGz40A1eQKZbJ8gj_QFSAYKVOOaec5Or26SIdppLquGl-QPdMzI3FIVL2ruVhhSuYV_Lc-MOwTb9GanVNY47MaqNFx9Ol7WV7wFqXXYFdWITFtrMlPx9lQHECsEcE5unJs8qjRWXTGkoLX4sg0Y1d2441akMw/s320/329150758_507699211531970_5625582921678506385_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirkP_ufrWvdEU8rxkkquKpehu9jmzuIuStfGriCh4tEq0QAb5_KIbfT0EFrPM3h0j02kqveAE0bP1WuCUhaugbAx0VH6GmoFXokH7KrLb9INKfqZ3APJzM8s8JJfzW25Yb8PMEfRMJVBjc_u-BiFMHFX52UV-B7NRfgZsX2QFewyZf0n0lm-D-iEs89Q/s780/329128099_6222557907795767_3056504440703791775_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="587" data-original-width="780" height="241" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirkP_ufrWvdEU8rxkkquKpehu9jmzuIuStfGriCh4tEq0QAb5_KIbfT0EFrPM3h0j02kqveAE0bP1WuCUhaugbAx0VH6GmoFXokH7KrLb9INKfqZ3APJzM8s8JJfzW25Yb8PMEfRMJVBjc_u-BiFMHFX52UV-B7NRfgZsX2QFewyZf0n0lm-D-iEs89Q/s320/329128099_6222557907795767_3056504440703791775_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">4. Also in Hickory is Whisnant Mills listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2013. Built in 1929 by 1938 these employees were producing 3,500 dozen pair of hose per day. That's 84,000 socks per day! The mill had expanded in 1937, and again in the 40s, the 50s, and 1966 finally closing in 2011. You may recognize their brand names of Under Armour, New Balance, Kathy Ireland, and GoldToe.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioaWzJUK2omA9sUXR5j2ApCqZCosY9HsAfSV27byV4IJzV8MrVZm4XLFE8hRdSdWpiGonErojYOqhz0C11YkIYt-n9u_ZGwBLf21apP0HNvQVb_K0O9vO-RuHGGEbAGQLDhbY1GdD_A98Ear9z7B5lO8Utq-XhLs1IMYEKuMaWQmUYv-pKcVfGNNqRiw/s1280/331025999_738537567622603_4057632169702851207_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="851" data-original-width="1280" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioaWzJUK2omA9sUXR5j2ApCqZCosY9HsAfSV27byV4IJzV8MrVZm4XLFE8hRdSdWpiGonErojYOqhz0C11YkIYt-n9u_ZGwBLf21apP0HNvQVb_K0O9vO-RuHGGEbAGQLDhbY1GdD_A98Ear9z7B5lO8Utq-XhLs1IMYEKuMaWQmUYv-pKcVfGNNqRiw/s320/331025999_738537567622603_4057632169702851207_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3r7fjZ5bnLFFU3Vr5jubGZGdvXsAJR3Fax3QIrJJIFgRh3mOPkE5r5uW5-QReWlRgTlCiSIv815hGdWZ277PzIe40atL-G81v9P6RVfic7O3IAIBVopmaSJzI1WnvxR-Xu7TpXHcu7lX0t-oVj4oq3rbdvwzjzhNj_HQLy2dmwA9FmIQND1ehwWecTA/s969/329130090_513947693993949_7351928198699939329_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="419" data-original-width="969" height="138" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3r7fjZ5bnLFFU3Vr5jubGZGdvXsAJR3Fax3QIrJJIFgRh3mOPkE5r5uW5-QReWlRgTlCiSIv815hGdWZ277PzIe40atL-G81v9P6RVfic7O3IAIBVopmaSJzI1WnvxR-Xu7TpXHcu7lX0t-oVj4oq3rbdvwzjzhNj_HQLy2dmwA9FmIQND1ehwWecTA/s320/329130090_513947693993949_7351928198699939329_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZdgEvVyK7ElL36Uolwg8NaQOYC-_1sKqPHcUgjVMV4MD7yjU5T7nxKE_FFfGe8pvTXT3fuZY_luKkGbxFeLT9slecsTuX75vfy3eG72yYIa8obXpYQZMnB0wfAHljEXG4TxTn3uEbpljjTqNWI5vCFENacQCUIUeqPeo_MGdsL4dc60D0x-Nl1zh24A/s350/329168846_5908265569261995_3791144664999731715_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="235" data-original-width="350" height="215" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZdgEvVyK7ElL36Uolwg8NaQOYC-_1sKqPHcUgjVMV4MD7yjU5T7nxKE_FFfGe8pvTXT3fuZY_luKkGbxFeLT9slecsTuX75vfy3eG72yYIa8obXpYQZMnB0wfAHljEXG4TxTn3uEbpljjTqNWI5vCFENacQCUIUeqPeo_MGdsL4dc60D0x-Nl1zh24A/s320/329168846_5908265569261995_3791144664999731715_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div>You have already seen a bit of the 1930s wardrobe that I will photograph at Whisnant Mills with the Amelia Earhart-inspired parachute blouse. Here it is paired with a black and red cotton split skirt.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEju2ieLq3re2OYZ-8CWrZNGCbgW9DOCnCXK1Dw8R3iCls_SQtsLNlRmJWI04UzFhUr5wjOWvqdM3lnGRAZGl-bMKf4J9WQB4fq5q6QNOwx7MSKZUbReEr44OXEwEdBe_YZVRrdG_WEKNxytzmoYv8HKciuqc1HTRg6CF7TK1xueAe5d4bX06bqGt4BMDQ/s2048/307449334_10229872327009249_3365165964094139518_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEju2ieLq3re2OYZ-8CWrZNGCbgW9DOCnCXK1Dw8R3iCls_SQtsLNlRmJWI04UzFhUr5wjOWvqdM3lnGRAZGl-bMKf4J9WQB4fq5q6QNOwx7MSKZUbReEr44OXEwEdBe_YZVRrdG_WEKNxytzmoYv8HKciuqc1HTRg6CF7TK1xueAe5d4bX06bqGt4BMDQ/s320/307449334_10229872327009249_3365165964094139518_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I can't knit. And some of the most iconic wardrobe pieces of the 1930s are the knitwear. It was sheer luck that Maike of Engineering Knits on YouTube offered to use a vintage pattern to knit the most incredible vest to pair with my blouse and split skirt and a vintage tie. Thank you, Maike! I can't wait to wear this gorgeous vest and share the blog posts and videos even though they are about 4 months late!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhj7TtvSA1Hrwo4Uf0ZmkNoxRQ_NC11dMcpardrI1oQY8mLAn76BY7bQZZjEl2y2s3MHTxWkSvgSi1txCEyreMDsOmRAV6qNoG16aRxa38XPbLT8JBgorzKT8eNxT8eb4M4omezcC7J9j4V-PXkAjZMgmVDbvFvVxKoZ5XtOHJOTaBzXacd2m3OPLMy9A/s1565/Screenshot%20(74).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="822" data-original-width="1565" height="168" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhj7TtvSA1Hrwo4Uf0ZmkNoxRQ_NC11dMcpardrI1oQY8mLAn76BY7bQZZjEl2y2s3MHTxWkSvgSi1txCEyreMDsOmRAV6qNoG16aRxa38XPbLT8JBgorzKT8eNxT8eb4M4omezcC7J9j4V-PXkAjZMgmVDbvFvVxKoZ5XtOHJOTaBzXacd2m3OPLMy9A/s320/Screenshot%20(74).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Engineering Knits on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFgvZeK265kSMQLXJe00vpA" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFgvZeK265kSMQLXJe00vpA</a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-1qRfJHmvZ1wbqOO4AiS0f76DUHy8sJzmxHwaQI8WmHqCv-g2gMsb9Id9alpNJHrut68qY8Z4oTO13ry8kIqRFMIZu496OisrLBMbaJl-gNV3h90XF81qhNUUk9SCSyjbZYa-7hUpS1HAWBIHCGGns-GM5O8fu2xGe2BrDARCzXkSrF2hfVShsitXHg/s627/309678260_10229881452757387_7320535938103242416_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="627" data-original-width="417" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-1qRfJHmvZ1wbqOO4AiS0f76DUHy8sJzmxHwaQI8WmHqCv-g2gMsb9Id9alpNJHrut68qY8Z4oTO13ry8kIqRFMIZu496OisrLBMbaJl-gNV3h90XF81qhNUUk9SCSyjbZYa-7hUpS1HAWBIHCGGns-GM5O8fu2xGe2BrDARCzXkSrF2hfVShsitXHg/s320/309678260_10229881452757387_7320535938103242416_n.jpg" width="213" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Maike's YouTube video where she mentions this vest: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dTJpgkE32Vc" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dTJpgkE32Vc</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-xx29zGlcCc9C-d4VgpLUE-OvR8qtmmbmbgiaIdEpq769iYiXISmxn-JfgPy0XET8WhsA4hrHvI9cTnhGZ2NyxuNVFaOQPfOWtITHJ6xawioIIk3sMqCNONQlp7_19gm-kYrbEQxNM3mWXp6w00MMxqikZ6Ao4b4WjfQYghWj3p43s_k3gqwBY8HIOA/s640/309750785_10230011642292044_4201201848532779294_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-xx29zGlcCc9C-d4VgpLUE-OvR8qtmmbmbgiaIdEpq769iYiXISmxn-JfgPy0XET8WhsA4hrHvI9cTnhGZ2NyxuNVFaOQPfOWtITHJ6xawioIIk3sMqCNONQlp7_19gm-kYrbEQxNM3mWXp6w00MMxqikZ6Ao4b4WjfQYghWj3p43s_k3gqwBY8HIOA/s320/309750785_10230011642292044_4201201848532779294_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">5. "After the destruction of North America, in a nation known as Panem, is a wealthy Capitol and 12 surrounding poor districts." District 12, where The Hunger Games book begins, is located in the coal-rich region that had been formerly Appalachia.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHGrMFDajPTYfpiTqbQcTdgSmrus1bGb-IsifUDqthpGE75732NDC5z5DxUxHP0EtdfcEKc4p3W9GbrVnygzOekQPXnA_sClMsdn40ZbI_RlHVF3jkb5DY5IxhsLU8zV3DV6WOHyNENqmwnuLwOcnjwvXqNa-VmlEDCtmuFOfDlk1WxzBoKbv0rOwktg/s663/th%20(4).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="663" data-original-width="474" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHGrMFDajPTYfpiTqbQcTdgSmrus1bGb-IsifUDqthpGE75732NDC5z5DxUxHP0EtdfcEKc4p3W9GbrVnygzOekQPXnA_sClMsdn40ZbI_RlHVF3jkb5DY5IxhsLU8zV3DV6WOHyNENqmwnuLwOcnjwvXqNa-VmlEDCtmuFOfDlk1WxzBoKbv0rOwktg/s320/th%20(4).jpg" width="229" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Just a bit west of Hickory, North Carolina, and built in 1904, is the Henry River Mill and Village. It was run by hydropower processing fine-combed yarn for lace. The mill was shut down in the late 1960s. Now being revived as an historic location, it was the perfect setting for The Hunger Games' District 12 film location in 2011. The Company Store became Mellark's Bakery for filming and 35 cottages still stand, with one being sacrificed during an explosion for the movie.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgf7BsfciTUTrsEekE9rIsw2dCMSLr5IhvC3JWW96-B81AhNOILzE4GEpDMRE3oinHy7yG6m3ycT6vFt_ONa94mKhRqDUuQliwZ4IyWjJlv8sjMHtUbtjtISKENLGKv0zJ4r7SpGowYol-6zzviET8Axuo7llP3FgB46sWB45zGlo9X7wzY6TOKjvCcOg/s700/331233100_502513625402083_9008333363197433154_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="467" data-original-width="700" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgf7BsfciTUTrsEekE9rIsw2dCMSLr5IhvC3JWW96-B81AhNOILzE4GEpDMRE3oinHy7yG6m3ycT6vFt_ONa94mKhRqDUuQliwZ4IyWjJlv8sjMHtUbtjtISKENLGKv0zJ4r7SpGowYol-6zzviET8Axuo7llP3FgB46sWB45zGlo9X7wzY6TOKjvCcOg/s320/331233100_502513625402083_9008333363197433154_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoD5kmn7_tBhTzZw1CNM7lpL3LMagmu2jdLNguOPNyP3HNTnIbHZ2OW-WAK9Sx3zYD-5v-ct86S3GV5AfEyWhTNoAGRAM4Z3a-H21REfv9V2WtWlWnWuSEmCgNxzWlGT1EBAC6_5DuejZwLldy_ON8akmx6MlD3QngXBfdi4Mevn-C8ItdrzkpYW9rYA/s600/329137784_953340212361989_3458054125470751125_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="350" data-original-width="600" height="187" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoD5kmn7_tBhTzZw1CNM7lpL3LMagmu2jdLNguOPNyP3HNTnIbHZ2OW-WAK9Sx3zYD-5v-ct86S3GV5AfEyWhTNoAGRAM4Z3a-H21REfv9V2WtWlWnWuSEmCgNxzWlGT1EBAC6_5DuejZwLldy_ON8akmx6MlD3QngXBfdi4Mevn-C8ItdrzkpYW9rYA/s320/329137784_953340212361989_3458054125470751125_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigCQEkIDRHELyfvh0ssZrUUrfkK-FNtyS6o6Xbc5Z8luNJQJHVk3WByuCna3K-insfn2Q7Gqs7KLA9GI_RsbJ532VAQutcLTmxUtYnQJw8NjASwEs0_Zu9Lfe-X8OlaFKbwxF4JWZquVHO8_tpdmkbGdY5sexpmi0t6HGN0UlStWt5tNGPZyAY-OSRBA/s601/329141663_1218686372386465_8722738335657853269_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="324" data-original-width="601" height="173" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigCQEkIDRHELyfvh0ssZrUUrfkK-FNtyS6o6Xbc5Z8luNJQJHVk3WByuCna3K-insfn2Q7Gqs7KLA9GI_RsbJ532VAQutcLTmxUtYnQJw8NjASwEs0_Zu9Lfe-X8OlaFKbwxF4JWZquVHO8_tpdmkbGdY5sexpmi0t6HGN0UlStWt5tNGPZyAY-OSRBA/s320/329141663_1218686372386465_8722738335657853269_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Inspired by Maike and her vintage vest for the 1930s wardrobe I'm also inspired to tackle something iconic for a District 12 wardrobe and a new skill in 2023 - knitting. I have a beginner set of tools, some yarn, and a big dream of creating my own Katniss Cowl to wear at the Henry River Mills Historic site.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhklrOrAzL3AOBwyk2scQ8u1nMNNX4u0GmTUwRr_yZSwO2YwfVyswKwAgsulJDFtL0MX4llr56IzvDJp5lYoNWimqWic_weX5PxDXdrsdrhYAfWJRf69oB-i0YNWWVhhU1IyQoUcqEeY7LY4cCXQrnZcpsBcT8H5SgGDbgBc9kSSnMbaHeePFJev3tycg/s698/329141626_533536001963391_2861120475657912107_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="698" data-original-width="434" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhklrOrAzL3AOBwyk2scQ8u1nMNNX4u0GmTUwRr_yZSwO2YwfVyswKwAgsulJDFtL0MX4llr56IzvDJp5lYoNWimqWic_weX5PxDXdrsdrhYAfWJRf69oB-i0YNWWVhhU1IyQoUcqEeY7LY4cCXQrnZcpsBcT8H5SgGDbgBc9kSSnMbaHeePFJev3tycg/s320/329141626_533536001963391_2861120475657912107_n.jpg" width="199" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><p><b>2023 Plans</b></p><p>When I started my YouTube Channel in August 2020 I started a multi-part project for an 1870s Carriage Gown with accessories inspired by cupcakes I had made. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgO87lJhYIGlnd33dYWIAG8jXADIDVsuP0cj3IqEiPFzwmSdOXRxBa-VBt8qzm94uIHEUQOS-Ctm5rZGVcDJBexUzPywOByyagJN46rM0O9tdhudZn0ZJ-Ir0RKbtyC16pOretJ5EwwFTh_DlODhcHFYPYH1tlqY5ddtjBRQhjuspNuLpLIzvKx7ef4VA/s960/115932259_10224438757573409_6334501903254103831_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgO87lJhYIGlnd33dYWIAG8jXADIDVsuP0cj3IqEiPFzwmSdOXRxBa-VBt8qzm94uIHEUQOS-Ctm5rZGVcDJBexUzPywOByyagJN46rM0O9tdhudZn0ZJ-Ir0RKbtyC16pOretJ5EwwFTh_DlODhcHFYPYH1tlqY5ddtjBRQhjuspNuLpLIzvKx7ef4VA/s320/115932259_10224438757573409_6334501903254103831_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7OTEMQeZh6M8uitlvd6fDo5_Q9NyRDcLKaS2d8Dgq7rcrQD99c9DEUXc8zmhFCCVLlqbU0SGOWK6m6YDZerWkzNjixB4uLEohxfogkicC08lG1UVhVjoasgp4o_D7sE4y6sKwRNyOFsUAl9DX4i6VSusR_Wd6IKM4uovSAbrox_MbiC-JBu8AB9tAgA/s960/116108948_10224438712092272_3945928750998542755_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="528" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7OTEMQeZh6M8uitlvd6fDo5_Q9NyRDcLKaS2d8Dgq7rcrQD99c9DEUXc8zmhFCCVLlqbU0SGOWK6m6YDZerWkzNjixB4uLEohxfogkicC08lG1UVhVjoasgp4o_D7sE4y6sKwRNyOFsUAl9DX4i6VSusR_Wd6IKM4uovSAbrox_MbiC-JBu8AB9tAgA/s320/116108948_10224438712092272_3945928750998542755_n.jpg" width="176" /></a></div><p>The Plan for that project was my very first video. I finished the blouse and then, on a whim, added some history-bounding side projects. There was also be a skirt, jacket, silk roses, reticule, hat, parasol, fan, and party. I was part of a costumers YouTube group and we shared collaborations over the next several years. It was a wonderful time! But now it's time to return to my original project and finish the 1870s gown and accessories. The goal is to have that party to celebrate not only the completed project but my third YouTube anniversary. I'm looking forward to that project again.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7xUzsyVEeS_KFwD5R88C8qnFDb0D2-Sq-5utIEppBJ-1SmeEITVKX-T2epoa0eSZTjHyPH8fLeW94ixrzVw3qb32xmbKL8Wh49kHK31bc4RLEwmCTnAF-4hnPelmUTUUOPtF0sw_0FapdQ_9zuBXrtM97pik4OVxCDTK0RlJEEAet4oie2b01aLaeIQ/s636/115937171_10224438712532283_2719100287564571574_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="636" data-original-width="350" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7xUzsyVEeS_KFwD5R88C8qnFDb0D2-Sq-5utIEppBJ-1SmeEITVKX-T2epoa0eSZTjHyPH8fLeW94ixrzVw3qb32xmbKL8Wh49kHK31bc4RLEwmCTnAF-4hnPelmUTUUOPtF0sw_0FapdQ_9zuBXrtM97pik4OVxCDTK0RlJEEAet4oie2b01aLaeIQ/s320/115937171_10224438712532283_2719100287564571574_n.jpg" width="176" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIH8qoyIq4vEuqUiOZRn26KZ3jJtCTw78xvF4jGTMZZ3399SjnBRndJr13WN-lWhBXGPff4UnJPIMGHUPqNuIeBg-EhbIjpWb_Y7IcBjady7qJcyXuy-Mi9t7XfEomcnA9Qct_UoRvSSbJpY158TqdE3K8qWQBcC_9JFd9GH6ceJfvdW1euWVB32OMjQ/s1185/Screenshot%20(69).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="796" data-original-width="1185" height="215" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIH8qoyIq4vEuqUiOZRn26KZ3jJtCTw78xvF4jGTMZZ3399SjnBRndJr13WN-lWhBXGPff4UnJPIMGHUPqNuIeBg-EhbIjpWb_Y7IcBjady7qJcyXuy-Mi9t7XfEomcnA9Qct_UoRvSSbJpY158TqdE3K8qWQBcC_9JFd9GH6ceJfvdW1euWVB32OMjQ/s320/Screenshot%20(69).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p>The 1870s Carriage Gown YouTube Playlist (will be updated automatically as videos are added): <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKRJ01xNNbkWDs4HlCgs6e2_Lo7JDnDH" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKRJ01xNNbkWDs4HlCgs6e2_Lo7JDnDH</a></p><p><b>2023 Costume Events</b></p><p>I'm so fortunate to know costumers who are involved in events and symposiums throughout the United States. I miss those creative friends, many of whom I haven't seen since my last costume outings in 2019. Sadly, many of those events are not nearby require long drive times, something which I'm still having trouble handling, or long and very expensive flights. So as I'm doing with my 1930s wardrobe and photoshoots, I'm planning my costume-related events closer to home for now.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrrkVwrtr_k386YeOFwEmcq-6iCDUi5La5q0SCtKYIlJ-e_zHfRH_kMbdc3zLnPiMT7Uk508POuxoOfrwM95kAygnJ8znSLhiT8TJ8clQMz50wVXDOnP0_u2sSjWJ12CFr25epjMfCr4ctVf8cWJ0uRcvE87flZqOOIgQUK7GFjXPX9BE8NryUqdpouw/s474/th%20(5).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="347" data-original-width="474" height="234" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrrkVwrtr_k386YeOFwEmcq-6iCDUi5La5q0SCtKYIlJ-e_zHfRH_kMbdc3zLnPiMT7Uk508POuxoOfrwM95kAygnJ8znSLhiT8TJ8clQMz50wVXDOnP0_u2sSjWJ12CFr25epjMfCr4ctVf8cWJ0uRcvE87flZqOOIgQUK7GFjXPX9BE8NryUqdpouw/s320/th%20(5).jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p>Beespoke Vintage, in Fayetteville, North Carolina, is offering a 3-part Lecture and Workshop Series in preparation for a Lafayette Grand Soiree in September. I'm planning to attend all three lectures creating foundations, a day ensemble, and a ball ensemble in 1825 fashion. This is another new era for me and I'm looking forward to learning and enjoying!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiydOsE-mFzDlby0RzaUlKwveyMIwrqMVT_rpjSNnuKyGrK7vroVz97tV7R7x4591UY7z7LZm7KVL9WRhRA-zOpSOIdbU1OjON-22Ktf-GR3e52JK_R7u1aROwjA1Wa7KiozQ-Fa0jNLO_vFKr8q26Z8jQkk13u4RD64uGY4Vtbpniss6Q6YLuAjigF0A/s1883/Screenshot%20(70).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="907" data-original-width="1883" height="154" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiydOsE-mFzDlby0RzaUlKwveyMIwrqMVT_rpjSNnuKyGrK7vroVz97tV7R7x4591UY7z7LZm7KVL9WRhRA-zOpSOIdbU1OjON-22Ktf-GR3e52JK_R7u1aROwjA1Wa7KiozQ-Fa0jNLO_vFKr8q26Z8jQkk13u4RD64uGY4Vtbpniss6Q6YLuAjigF0A/s320/Screenshot%20(70).png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPNwjuxlEeTVz3gSDM_kE9XMW_dDPhRuj16ifr73wE6uCxi7xipzfzU0hczogzageaucwhZdRN3Kywcg_8eqHQIN3Cpj_jXQJctJ2k09sSHyPcoOJ-p7YXaiqBMudy_-vttdzfEHc5JuVXrBLM3b1ADUiNNvSPKvS2rwROJhAl5VTpaAADqED2b4B-8g/s1902/Screenshot%20(71).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="913" data-original-width="1902" height="154" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPNwjuxlEeTVz3gSDM_kE9XMW_dDPhRuj16ifr73wE6uCxi7xipzfzU0hczogzageaucwhZdRN3Kywcg_8eqHQIN3Cpj_jXQJctJ2k09sSHyPcoOJ-p7YXaiqBMudy_-vttdzfEHc5JuVXrBLM3b1ADUiNNvSPKvS2rwROJhAl5VTpaAADqED2b4B-8g/s320/Screenshot%20(71).png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjIb-xPp9tzQYpfPHOvHk4072hq2nHqVvZZTxOxlZ1FNoVofJRCkD1T7ZDuQW60q4cuufHqvYz-FgoT3FlVOjNami0hguKC8inlYTyhiY1PoZf8Jd1BEi9o_AmxUUBVpPLad8FfYqvkU4CArSCtzdIw5_Do292VTIW8QcWpzQqqFHZg-gVmzMmrV6jrA/s1891/Screenshot%20(72).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="922" data-original-width="1891" height="156" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjIb-xPp9tzQYpfPHOvHk4072hq2nHqVvZZTxOxlZ1FNoVofJRCkD1T7ZDuQW60q4cuufHqvYz-FgoT3FlVOjNami0hguKC8inlYTyhiY1PoZf8Jd1BEi9o_AmxUUBVpPLad8FfYqvkU4CArSCtzdIw5_Do292VTIW8QcWpzQqqFHZg-gVmzMmrV6jrA/s320/Screenshot%20(72).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p>The Corsets & Cravats Symposium will be held in Raleigh, North Carolina in August and the class offerings look fascinating. Social events will include a fancy dress ball and that sounds very enjoyable!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQ58cV-mZ8ddOrqMUrlHkM6r6neN19EXxyJdEKzbPXgD5nsxsXAF30Ls8wciiMoKSxpXRQXUJ_35gSNxC4ROhFmgSk2nVvvjrrdgk6Q5MgCgxAcIDkPvvebn0UPAswGbKrwp4H1UdVoKdZLbbCmeVBrUBf1fTqZqic3lUZznhmxQI8ODkJgyzwqQG6CA/s1668/Screenshot%20(64).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="493" data-original-width="1668" height="95" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQ58cV-mZ8ddOrqMUrlHkM6r6neN19EXxyJdEKzbPXgD5nsxsXAF30Ls8wciiMoKSxpXRQXUJ_35gSNxC4ROhFmgSk2nVvvjrrdgk6Q5MgCgxAcIDkPvvebn0UPAswGbKrwp4H1UdVoKdZLbbCmeVBrUBf1fTqZqic3lUZznhmxQI8ODkJgyzwqQG6CA/s320/Screenshot%20(64).png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8-Y1vpcBwQkFRNHlv44fETw0YxcVDOlyrFstvWKJ50q2AvRt3-F0D075zm_9ME-2e8dk9Ah9F6KBV2tbNiQXaeHVur45Q6iargTt6My01c1AO_k1sn608pjzteeVWMC_wEIPFlQsq566EhuLDvQRylg-gwHtUUjnX29lqF7fz7tecT2pAdU2wJcdHOw/s1541/Screenshot%20(65).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="769" data-original-width="1541" height="160" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8-Y1vpcBwQkFRNHlv44fETw0YxcVDOlyrFstvWKJ50q2AvRt3-F0D075zm_9ME-2e8dk9Ah9F6KBV2tbNiQXaeHVur45Q6iargTt6My01c1AO_k1sn608pjzteeVWMC_wEIPFlQsq566EhuLDvQRylg-gwHtUUjnX29lqF7fz7tecT2pAdU2wJcdHOw/s320/Screenshot%20(65).png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyeeje5yTGRRX5C1kf0BS-2TWIN-oCDALnNjMvwhug-O16A6NWEW_bHN0x1fp9mPMZMJuiJZXl18JTVRLmZeU9uwF5LHhITpt62Uv6NmffwcYgufulfskA3iUbSEw5lNEQPkExSSa2xqIQO1HMkYJQkvOyAfygll77EYC6ONbpBDcalIYEUhNxXaJyaw/s1522/Screenshot%20(66).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="754" data-original-width="1522" height="159" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyeeje5yTGRRX5C1kf0BS-2TWIN-oCDALnNjMvwhug-O16A6NWEW_bHN0x1fp9mPMZMJuiJZXl18JTVRLmZeU9uwF5LHhITpt62Uv6NmffwcYgufulfskA3iUbSEw5lNEQPkExSSa2xqIQO1HMkYJQkvOyAfygll77EYC6ONbpBDcalIYEUhNxXaJyaw/s320/Screenshot%20(66).png" width="320" /></a></div><p>I have a ticket for an 18th century ball in October but that will also require travel and is up in the air although I have all my attire from my May 2020 Versailles event which was cancelled with the lockdown. Send good thoughts! I would still love to costume 18th century somewhere other than my living room or yard!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRtlFqCcK9wDntBjJLuUaYWzxuCbBG5ZuXjjNbRI4MrUzu4OfTAD9JvkEUJ_RxSdw6qUgJku1gXhYOrbfyNUzcwqyxz3LhEomW-ly94px7jrdimJ-B_nLTotDBEK9Dw0xF3_k3JOs9trk5WCPa7CW_Z6VFxzy6dxuD9cxTtrk-JovNx0pa6BzEMiMHSg/s800/Screenshot%20(73).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="725" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRtlFqCcK9wDntBjJLuUaYWzxuCbBG5ZuXjjNbRI4MrUzu4OfTAD9JvkEUJ_RxSdw6qUgJku1gXhYOrbfyNUzcwqyxz3LhEomW-ly94px7jrdimJ-B_nLTotDBEK9Dw0xF3_k3JOs9trk5WCPa7CW_Z6VFxzy6dxuD9cxTtrk-JovNx0pa6BzEMiMHSg/s320/Screenshot%20(73).png" width="290" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">One last project plan as I'll be looking for fabric early this year will be the last in the Holiday Homecoming Series and then I'll have reproduced all three in this series in life-size costume. And Barbie is just coming off a ship so I'll take that as a sign that a voyage may still be in my future!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIFqq_nKMw_KZSJXVZ7pq8t1mWp5fAhYyRR5TMwF40j6bmLPrsfYamuoCIsimHYxKGBXz3pZINa3k3uV5HeGRnUUfMZzb7lwOJytKwx4pU8dktT_7eAmZS0wVBWo8kLSaFCLVzSKN_1ATykRx7NDhJbuxPsQpB7ZIj1i__fWrEe98ChXarSp4SXzj1Ng/s640/331957665_1834643100248600_3010541527141745573_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIFqq_nKMw_KZSJXVZ7pq8t1mWp5fAhYyRR5TMwF40j6bmLPrsfYamuoCIsimHYxKGBXz3pZINa3k3uV5HeGRnUUfMZzb7lwOJytKwx4pU8dktT_7eAmZS0wVBWo8kLSaFCLVzSKN_1ATykRx7NDhJbuxPsQpB7ZIj1i__fWrEe98ChXarSp4SXzj1Ng/s320/331957665_1834643100248600_3010541527141745573_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1FcydaCuJaXy8Vhz5kEuEUK45JM53-mrV6fOemctYtOChbwf67Jlvu_PWwTdhyGMQJTqdfjEiMciBZJTs8aNNgdD5fYF_XXcaT8gIJxGSStXFI8nIZmek3mCmGIho9kuKD2y6x6Y524fWjbK8awp9GWiQ2Gzmk8ZKH1R7sWF32r-ZT7EXYSVobispOQ/s2048/332000727_1232522014329816_6289364076196237588_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1FcydaCuJaXy8Vhz5kEuEUK45JM53-mrV6fOemctYtOChbwf67Jlvu_PWwTdhyGMQJTqdfjEiMciBZJTs8aNNgdD5fYF_XXcaT8gIJxGSStXFI8nIZmek3mCmGIho9kuKD2y6x6Y524fWjbK8awp9GWiQ2Gzmk8ZKH1R7sWF32r-ZT7EXYSVobispOQ/s320/332000727_1232522014329816_6289364076196237588_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbFcMFXZ8Z8ZsQx4_mvsSfQoUjjVW9fCX7ifShePh5wLGiLsSixsDDPVVd0LRYs4dD7Plo1HOGiWNO3bW8HfVFjgcfdwH3SxXhXWilPbsn0JXUiQYDOAdAqzRkJSOvfJXiUG9FbWlcxEjV6NOz-iYkECDR3HEDR7-BSTUKKK_0-6e627cH1-y5p7jz5Q/s1927/332109925_561869349232186_2246246532210941914_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1927" data-original-width="1679" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbFcMFXZ8Z8ZsQx4_mvsSfQoUjjVW9fCX7ifShePh5wLGiLsSixsDDPVVd0LRYs4dD7Plo1HOGiWNO3bW8HfVFjgcfdwH3SxXhXWilPbsn0JXUiQYDOAdAqzRkJSOvfJXiUG9FbWlcxEjV6NOz-iYkECDR3HEDR7-BSTUKKK_0-6e627cH1-y5p7jz5Q/s320/332109925_561869349232186_2246246532210941914_n.jpg" width="279" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV3JRMaZ2jWlcLPBN8lX4ZmHNE0UUA2kWxN-tXrznnHFgMn3dyc6XVxusFWvqg77bQMscm_NsegbLc7MTxzmqvpNVM0HRAKf1P1LxjaTiJQJslSzF2axZl7_bNWWDa7VOw5kBMyzq1hBfXD4HFqgOejRH-ojE72A-4XixAs7Uc8MqgMPV5fjbyHisCGQ/s2048/331134382_731521731959110_3996056207232067018_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV3JRMaZ2jWlcLPBN8lX4ZmHNE0UUA2kWxN-tXrznnHFgMn3dyc6XVxusFWvqg77bQMscm_NsegbLc7MTxzmqvpNVM0HRAKf1P1LxjaTiJQJslSzF2axZl7_bNWWDa7VOw5kBMyzq1hBfXD4HFqgOejRH-ojE72A-4XixAs7Uc8MqgMPV5fjbyHisCGQ/s320/331134382_731521731959110_3996056207232067018_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheVgapE4GJNwSow2lj6lGGzn9vafwHh0U57FEHnM-5NJD_rHh0qM--OGL0WJ8m7IA64Limfi6FNPNSNgBFz_9crc9_XP-JvAKVq3g31O05x76GviFyDH0p8Ho81SEQnBTa7izZqgYJP8rOc3xADV3X15aKx0SN3eALmPSXDG8xVuRo6WR2-fQ5A2LE9Q/s1600/s-l1600.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1106" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheVgapE4GJNwSow2lj6lGGzn9vafwHh0U57FEHnM-5NJD_rHh0qM--OGL0WJ8m7IA64Limfi6FNPNSNgBFz_9crc9_XP-JvAKVq3g31O05x76GviFyDH0p8Ho81SEQnBTa7izZqgYJP8rOc3xADV3X15aKx0SN3eALmPSXDG8xVuRo6WR2-fQ5A2LE9Q/s320/s-l1600.jpg" width="221" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I hope you will join me in enjoying these future blog posts and videos in 2023! Thank you for being here!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Hugs,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Jeanette</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggjPtZI7evGxJfasZxClPbFMwHpFvr5BzqCdqLXbNfmCBcMHa-ZeuJlvXIF_cpHgyJ_I-oudzgaRYB4J_c8aNbeBE10-cVCFeUEz0dNf-u1KFMOVs3Vne54H7gAuNM631_Fz38zg55270KXJ6sN4zh7CGYT_o3hGBjp-LnV03lVGAkSj5MfgAnPCSYFw/s960/116423117_10224506888956651_4115313633399097026_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggjPtZI7evGxJfasZxClPbFMwHpFvr5BzqCdqLXbNfmCBcMHa-ZeuJlvXIF_cpHgyJ_I-oudzgaRYB4J_c8aNbeBE10-cVCFeUEz0dNf-u1KFMOVs3Vne54H7gAuNM631_Fz38zg55270KXJ6sN4zh7CGYT_o3hGBjp-LnV03lVGAkSj5MfgAnPCSYFw/s320/116423117_10224506888956651_4115313633399097026_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>Jeanettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09186764620925579101noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4439815537233502652.post-74033167516219222532023-02-14T14:33:00.001-05:002023-02-18T11:50:23.359-05:001930s Holiday Barbie | Bonus: Ribbon Flower Tutorial<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVXWgKzVjLc91fUj9AolquA2SSg290s1iE8nou8BldIDmXYIN8wtPX1Bl-rZjKP60EAGcGQI-H7RvRJHFRM5qZU2A0UssuhKInRXEp3r9s332FenAgITUMj_bINmQiFqmOFuev6pK5RTvBuB1M83XdyADD4G5UZ9_qkstfrXxKFu_JFBaWIbhsitT-7w/s1280/Tan%20and%20Grey%20Minimalism%20DIY%20Influencer%20YouTube%20Thumbnail%20Set%20(6).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVXWgKzVjLc91fUj9AolquA2SSg290s1iE8nou8BldIDmXYIN8wtPX1Bl-rZjKP60EAGcGQI-H7RvRJHFRM5qZU2A0UssuhKInRXEp3r9s332FenAgITUMj_bINmQiFqmOFuev6pK5RTvBuB1M83XdyADD4G5UZ9_qkstfrXxKFu_JFBaWIbhsitT-7w/s320/Tan%20and%20Grey%20Minimalism%20DIY%20Influencer%20YouTube%20Thumbnail%20Set%20(6).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">YouTube Companion Video: <a href="https://youtu.be/HNxafK2Kks4" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/HNxafK2Kks4</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Barbie Millicent Roberts. From Willows, Wisconsin, USA. With a prominent career as a teenage fashion model. Introduced to the world March 9, 1959 at the American International Toy Fair in New York.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisfadzzd1Jz5xWbcWhJFqswdTcxeEfYigoodvpK5qrIoKFSKLR_KoEMu5KFnnUvYBaQbmIwYT6gWXwnaDpVaMVR6etdU_SLt1X9rUQx6OYuc0HkiCaxoOyEvl5ITrL0FnO31oCajsPc7NJC3dsOASvXropPrCqC-7KuU-p1msZZNj4-2HZ6Wpd9q7hQQ/s2048/325499528_1356532758448005_1992634352835334011_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1343" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisfadzzd1Jz5xWbcWhJFqswdTcxeEfYigoodvpK5qrIoKFSKLR_KoEMu5KFnnUvYBaQbmIwYT6gWXwnaDpVaMVR6etdU_SLt1X9rUQx6OYuc0HkiCaxoOyEvl5ITrL0FnO31oCajsPc7NJC3dsOASvXropPrCqC-7KuU-p1msZZNj4-2HZ6Wpd9q7hQQ/s320/325499528_1356532758448005_1992634352835334011_n.jpg" width="210" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Barbie was the dream project of Ruth Marianna Handler, a co-founder of Mattel. The company name was a combination of the other founders - Harold "Matt" Matson and Elliot Handler - Matt El. Ruth Handler was Mattel's President from 1945 to 1974.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgbPbCwxbB1b7GHgLKjSKOa0KW9H24sfTAj6QHDrfYpjNIzweKbHHXVd-T0kyqaN9MSkoPgIH74sGVcHo3XolQ6i0qNIc0netyK8fwC7ixLxp3_t_uiq-GXRHXzcgo3viiCrlkz46op4nwyBDBc50aIDjxtXcny21-b4LSwLr-8nI9PYpI2l_riRerQg/s552/Screenshot%20(63).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="506" data-original-width="552" height="293" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgbPbCwxbB1b7GHgLKjSKOa0KW9H24sfTAj6QHDrfYpjNIzweKbHHXVd-T0kyqaN9MSkoPgIH74sGVcHo3XolQ6i0qNIc0netyK8fwC7ixLxp3_t_uiq-GXRHXzcgo3viiCrlkz46op4nwyBDBc50aIDjxtXcny21-b4LSwLr-8nI9PYpI2l_riRerQg/s320/Screenshot%20(63).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Barbie was named for Ruth's daughter Barbara. 351,000 dolls were sold the first year and over 1 billion have been sold to date. Although Barbie was introduced with blonde or brunette hair, by 1961 she could be found with red hair and a friend, Ken, named after Ruth Handler's son.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2LP6CYz2F7gFWBmdTvUsonOoZBO3bYO5JZaehQk_qwHpVE5Ws7FRW5aJ7zQOn1xb2WU42lUi7TXyMaaWbEpVVYG86Li0gxfMVQsVg3rMqxnyAtb4UX9XGtjSazbXExkVdxUElQcZIZ2ElMXav4O7UcGHCfalmJHo7JjnEDf2XTNpCi8G8I5SfPz1UFg/s1374/RuthHandlerYoung.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="775" data-original-width="1374" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2LP6CYz2F7gFWBmdTvUsonOoZBO3bYO5JZaehQk_qwHpVE5Ws7FRW5aJ7zQOn1xb2WU42lUi7TXyMaaWbEpVVYG86Li0gxfMVQsVg3rMqxnyAtb4UX9XGtjSazbXExkVdxUElQcZIZ2ElMXav4O7UcGHCfalmJHo7JjnEDf2XTNpCi8G8I5SfPz1UFg/s320/RuthHandlerYoung.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1200" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuou1YtpBGrOqeWxE9ICyCPOroCVvD2NkTm9l8T5TC4ZQsk2ukCqpoMD13veTDlqI_anoDXbWLi6DXAPhd21MIOYBWRppiRBi1jOGOomMcm_NRBaiZDFPNG9Rh7mR6Efahw1q3XfCjo1gseFR03cRZAmZ8ntWsoY49CZn4xaARoDCEyXqy87l2zgRlIQ/s320/135492019_10225733290415921_8291513982510916434_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In 2021 I found and created a Victorian Holiday Barbie:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_-Wvq3iLe9jOSn5-laGxt5dSea2yAwNxlvLCKF5SvJNcBWMgAQAST08ysxDWob1xU0lFxfCHWZ8q9OwxQjaEEdUbPGi_G6bO5g_lll0vffRaLhH9LOWb5-KCWJQlmE9AoD5l53DHWeMd7xVOh-S9AMx9eFSQ6038pFmZ3Bg-3rx6KsQDQNlfYPRstZg/s631/194126107_10227027817578291_1840191626738633520_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Those were very fun projects and I'll share blog post and video links if you are interested in the patterns and construction and some special extras.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Edwardian Barbie: <a href="https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2020/12/an-edwardian-barbie-plan.html" target="_blank">https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2020/12/an-edwardian-barbie-plan.html</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Victorian Barbie: (all links for both blog posts and videos are in this link): <a href="https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2022/02/bringing-victorian-barbie-to-life.html" target="_blank">https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2022/02/bringing-victorian-barbie-to-life.html</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The #holidaybarbie YouTube Playlist: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKRJ01xNNbn1mwIov4yDd6uR0Op1D-IH" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSKRJ01xNNbn1mwIov4yDd6uR0Op1D-IH</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">With all of the 1930s vintage sewing I had been doing in 2022 it seemed right to choose a vintage Holiday Barbie and I found one that would not only allow me to follow my annual Barbie life-sized creation but make a gown that would fit in the 1930s wardrobe. Etsy offered a Holiday Sensation Barbie Doll, Hallmark Special Edition, from the Holiday Homecoming Collector Series.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0-4yILumkqeI7Dhod8ETkdjAnnTXax9Jxkcz2h4qIqKS9sKTenrYI0XTm5c6_IxkZXtg6LJYBVSsAtztS2YYce8u1qFCJZED6AdxZWosT87RmL_8qiky42CTcmGjloVgNeAjAJ9r9YfQoHqfYH3Cs-XohZfSNEvWpz4Puw-ctlO-V-XMihmxQAGiCew/s2048/309499560_10229978568705225_7769237835284113909_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0-4yILumkqeI7Dhod8ETkdjAnnTXax9Jxkcz2h4qIqKS9sKTenrYI0XTm5c6_IxkZXtg6LJYBVSsAtztS2YYce8u1qFCJZED6AdxZWosT87RmL_8qiky42CTcmGjloVgNeAjAJ9r9YfQoHqfYH3Cs-XohZfSNEvWpz4Puw-ctlO-V-XMihmxQAGiCew/s320/309499560_10229978568705225_7769237835284113909_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhy9G0Kxgbjo8VE1-9kek_zxRj3le2CszZ-3yIjtK_z1y5cn-AWsNFB5JWZtdsyQoj25p4Rs2ggRLixev_oz6HL_hT-hZJvduVsrey9B4PoIYpGCwMgWvY2s-yRzSsWWEVgHz7K_3nAjhdJgztZ2OVYss49f43JsNdWmypmGPfHhUfphrLaGphi_maOXg/s2048/309382879_10229978572105310_5424537111662693164_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhy9G0Kxgbjo8VE1-9kek_zxRj3le2CszZ-3yIjtK_z1y5cn-AWsNFB5JWZtdsyQoj25p4Rs2ggRLixev_oz6HL_hT-hZJvduVsrey9B4PoIYpGCwMgWvY2s-yRzSsWWEVgHz7K_3nAjhdJgztZ2OVYss49f43JsNdWmypmGPfHhUfphrLaGphi_maOXg/s320/309382879_10229978572105310_5424537111662693164_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This Barbie was manufactured and sold in 1998 and is the third and final in the series. The Victorian Barbie I created in 2021 is from that same series. The costume worn by the doll is inspired by 1940s style. The miniature card in the box is a replica of a 1940s greeting card from the Hallmark Design Collection.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5fYlrzGFAmdvgz-UAbeHK9MPtBBlFuRPu9UQHN2izatHZq7ALLCz-B54TxVc8t8LRNi9TmN80b7CxgIGOd1xTTOOD_qSdqd-TSDs7xezLXKAiBRB6PzkhXu3oUj5VdLEq4hxNrv8ed_KFboW1xfK3R-dkzHRCjG8RuG-k3SX6YPCLn0UCCHMmmkkuPA/s2048/325780610_1267140377514868_1704422120587468330_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5fYlrzGFAmdvgz-UAbeHK9MPtBBlFuRPu9UQHN2izatHZq7ALLCz-B54TxVc8t8LRNi9TmN80b7CxgIGOd1xTTOOD_qSdqd-TSDs7xezLXKAiBRB6PzkhXu3oUj5VdLEq4hxNrv8ed_KFboW1xfK3R-dkzHRCjG8RuG-k3SX6YPCLn0UCCHMmmkkuPA/s320/325780610_1267140377514868_1704422120587468330_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Now it's time to study the details of the 1940s Barbie and recreate her costume in wearable life size.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAQScPjCKAGOMlnbLBhfiHxG5Kkk760qYKomUWVrIUSYWhykKMMC76pvBS1toEOoUd8Jg7w4pmJe_tzw5E0AJhJmCETxqVRDDnBE_aMeDbvhAFJPFAwLALF_44TU2Ccr6QOsEAeLrzmrish735g-aK8bJOrsH7QIS5QO4s3h38fP2vw6wrkPDWs7R4hw/s1857/309072920_10229978574145361_9058012015349609791_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAQScPjCKAGOMlnbLBhfiHxG5Kkk760qYKomUWVrIUSYWhykKMMC76pvBS1toEOoUd8Jg7w4pmJe_tzw5E0AJhJmCETxqVRDDnBE_aMeDbvhAFJPFAwLALF_44TU2Ccr6QOsEAeLrzmrish735g-aK8bJOrsH7QIS5QO4s3h38fP2vw6wrkPDWs7R4hw/s1857/309072920_10229978574145361_9058012015349609791_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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It was easily located on Etsy.<br /><div><b><br /></b></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2AzDQ8jtXZi8Gg2PJ1wYYj6BEO-UtxRHT2b6_pU7IV102ILp_BTDLdq99-sstNE9ibcmBLQ-buhCb_L57YQmbwxV3_rFDPXwjzAUkIjd2A4HbB-csNbCUVeXPSHmPvHX3qLi_FlRMNeWTTEcemQIEirYYZZJz8j4ufBQa2UnD9_bZXBtvS1SkoXHY0w/s1781/309278703_10229978569625248_8586546154505610063_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1781" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2AzDQ8jtXZi8Gg2PJ1wYYj6BEO-UtxRHT2b6_pU7IV102ILp_BTDLdq99-sstNE9ibcmBLQ-buhCb_L57YQmbwxV3_rFDPXwjzAUkIjd2A4HbB-csNbCUVeXPSHmPvHX3qLi_FlRMNeWTTEcemQIEirYYZZJz8j4ufBQa2UnD9_bZXBtvS1SkoXHY0w/s320/309278703_10229978569625248_8586546154505610063_n.jpg" width="194" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The pattern has options for a mid-length or floor-length gown with or without sleeves. There is an additional pattern for an overskirt. The bolero jacket can be made with long or short sleeves.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_VyCY_d5NYl3_a3TZze7LU9B7qQ2a3iYGqe12hjGnMr_B-5vEWDj5UwhXClk9CYhYwr00jMfxeuiCmBsmWk4wwGpEQKVPDxSgTvi7jlbyzTzwoRS-0Az9a1_jC_8A4SIQFAN-Ipcfnf-hfZmegp74MHvZ_Xo3KYwb--we4Uj0mEgoStHg065brZtIig/s2048/312545313_10230075827536635_670565355382780442_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_VyCY_d5NYl3_a3TZze7LU9B7qQ2a3iYGqe12hjGnMr_B-5vEWDj5UwhXClk9CYhYwr00jMfxeuiCmBsmWk4wwGpEQKVPDxSgTvi7jlbyzTzwoRS-0Az9a1_jC_8A4SIQFAN-Ipcfnf-hfZmegp74MHvZ_Xo3KYwb--we4Uj0mEgoStHg065brZtIig/s320/312545313_10230075827536635_670565355382780442_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The jacket pattern has a front piece which also creates the collar, a back, a sleeve, and a loop.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDHW79CyHVNLcXhWRzy5IePQYJBlp4BMU3Jy-WSrJrRY_hsmQiW5rNnDfFpEB8Rg5r8UJ4Ee9cG0ltzSQ85n4EGTNgm2iURoSosoTP6XKDTLP_DjHLgWC2gP94qOSR-eEUtTDvr_j-w8yxbJC7A7zRiLyY7DoMQ7EXeE2cdrKvCzsBh9s-uy5fTZK1Qg/s2048/320898122_705854101059143_9138193515302396124_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDHW79CyHVNLcXhWRzy5IePQYJBlp4BMU3Jy-WSrJrRY_hsmQiW5rNnDfFpEB8Rg5r8UJ4Ee9cG0ltzSQ85n4EGTNgm2iURoSosoTP6XKDTLP_DjHLgWC2gP94qOSR-eEUtTDvr_j-w8yxbJC7A7zRiLyY7DoMQ7EXeE2cdrKvCzsBh9s-uy5fTZK1Qg/s320/320898122_705854101059143_9138193515302396124_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><span style="color: red;">Fabric and Notions</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Although I'm using a 1930s pattern I want to create this Holiday Barbie is her classic red and green with black accents. I find an affordable faux taffeta in the perfect green on Etsy.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHRgPDaAO0QfMdLpPnqGzQ2XuTO07lbKWY-kyFtMqU5XmLVDbhmupSLTi3P1vLpZrn9_7gHluWADdcBYXFv7PajK2fyNGNEaK9hNGH-H_oklPl8nuCJRyxb5KUFak2sWLLZnqK8_65G7AI1by_HDlxJpXPD6PWwOEM9DufUkq_J92pB4ANmaIMQDV5uA/s1682/309434800_10230142838331863_6179785504109208384_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1682" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHRgPDaAO0QfMdLpPnqGzQ2XuTO07lbKWY-kyFtMqU5XmLVDbhmupSLTi3P1vLpZrn9_7gHluWADdcBYXFv7PajK2fyNGNEaK9hNGH-H_oklPl8nuCJRyxb5KUFak2sWLLZnqK8_65G7AI1by_HDlxJpXPD6PWwOEM9DufUkq_J92pB4ANmaIMQDV5uA/s320/309434800_10230142838331863_6179785504109208384_n.jpg" width="205" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8rY3CPJ-Ot-DhgUS5WkkwZv7UN380AgF5N8lTk-II5g2bkCWhIinF7lI50P1oBYpt55BMC05Cxt7IIUu-7JGe1Ct2RP7fc4RZvtullpbKpo-kaUxPJXsC3W9ZslGQxttO-xKV4O1VkB3DT92cHSrnFT8iq4o091IFKOc5r-mCTHwdjruBdgRuNzyS6Q/s2048/313193050_10230142827011580_4986269597730063750_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8rY3CPJ-Ot-DhgUS5WkkwZv7UN380AgF5N8lTk-II5g2bkCWhIinF7lI50P1oBYpt55BMC05Cxt7IIUu-7JGe1Ct2RP7fc4RZvtullpbKpo-kaUxPJXsC3W9ZslGQxttO-xKV4O1VkB3DT92cHSrnFT8iq4o091IFKOc5r-mCTHwdjruBdgRuNzyS6Q/s320/313193050_10230142827011580_4986269597730063750_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A black Swiss Dot Veiling Point d'Esprit with extra large dots is also available on Etsy. I order enough for the bodice trim, the hair cap, and a second bolero jacket.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoe_i8qwdr8xIANoHAabn8IP7kTTPC1Zp2FzC8mqvJwq0ezQvEltIYBDeaiiOJ7Ld0gXnVOxmkpFwVP-_ZjpTFtI-BIa3pSQxDyWFutoPAhCzAcGjDHr1ph2R7twK8HvpmHI6vJgEOYHqzDzZDFc2B4uE8mwFOcDD2F6EHZxZobSH-LXz1X7gV01C3Eg/s1970/313191609_10230142828051606_1227366140341637798_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1970" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoe_i8qwdr8xIANoHAabn8IP7kTTPC1Zp2FzC8mqvJwq0ezQvEltIYBDeaiiOJ7Ld0gXnVOxmkpFwVP-_ZjpTFtI-BIa3pSQxDyWFutoPAhCzAcGjDHr1ph2R7twK8HvpmHI6vJgEOYHqzDzZDFc2B4uE8mwFOcDD2F6EHZxZobSH-LXz1X7gV01C3Eg/s320/313191609_10230142828051606_1227366140341637798_n.jpg" width="175" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi8MgVoEnV560yY7RGfKyAOd83BGpwdeO4kXrgNwkrIApYyfZu3Xoi81gTlcQvR_V73khtzdc9mIOcq7l6mHugMQucLJgEO8cx-fxS8pWGIYEwSlUq_cJeavW4bY6QPMqnaeKQyX6rJtEuiUdYslfbUnQbA89dKimNLGZW1TFkQt4crWuktuMkAiNLpQ/s2048/309763411_10230075825896594_253384978764701604_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi8MgVoEnV560yY7RGfKyAOd83BGpwdeO4kXrgNwkrIApYyfZu3Xoi81gTlcQvR_V73khtzdc9mIOcq7l6mHugMQucLJgEO8cx-fxS8pWGIYEwSlUq_cJeavW4bY6QPMqnaeKQyX6rJtEuiUdYslfbUnQbA89dKimNLGZW1TFkQt4crWuktuMkAiNLpQ/s320/309763411_10230075825896594_253384978764701604_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I have just a bit of red satin left over from my Edwardian Holiday Barbie and some red satin piping from an ages ago project. All the fabrics are ready. Some silver metallic ribbon and silver beads will be used for the poinsettias.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUzfja-vCyqMgINPqfRkp0MZ0tnHQ9T0v7o-MS0K7Ph-QX-xCU1svSi4qyOJc-OWhuIvXGFaOwrsvdSqJ8rIbQ8DI11jgk885Bmdx0RwbOlD8I8E5nAGpb7OuzfvCqrH0bAgURGh0bjuB9GVtxzGN2SVh_l3Znw7RfV7SKa8a016bVTyI61dPZAFQ9tw/s2048/312981902_10230142825411540_3166495016435050569_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUzfja-vCyqMgINPqfRkp0MZ0tnHQ9T0v7o-MS0K7Ph-QX-xCU1svSi4qyOJc-OWhuIvXGFaOwrsvdSqJ8rIbQ8DI11jgk885Bmdx0RwbOlD8I8E5nAGpb7OuzfvCqrH0bAgURGh0bjuB9GVtxzGN2SVh_l3Znw7RfV7SKa8a016bVTyI61dPZAFQ9tw/s320/312981902_10230142825411540_3166495016435050569_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><span style="color: red;">The Bodice</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The pattern pieces are pressed smooth with a warm, dry iron. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpx_Zlglwmr-V8fHVgT0H8s1LIAcUOR_MKSZ2w0MqDQ0yP2RVilCHCPajhQSdEy6417yamaSMoVHElHSS_s0gPa1Zbxh3b0j4aauPupI_Di7GubGz_2NAuf5yFK6sPe_VhD6LVX4uEuudUJCdwnvcOMsSi-QAGCGzEKUXJQZPvzNKHW3gts44VUTWwfg/s2048/320439821_663780678768256_5587178665877154716_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpx_Zlglwmr-V8fHVgT0H8s1LIAcUOR_MKSZ2w0MqDQ0yP2RVilCHCPajhQSdEy6417yamaSMoVHElHSS_s0gPa1Zbxh3b0j4aauPupI_Di7GubGz_2NAuf5yFK6sPe_VhD6LVX4uEuudUJCdwnvcOMsSi-QAGCGzEKUXJQZPvzNKHW3gts44VUTWwfg/s320/320439821_663780678768256_5587178665877154716_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Two front and two back pieces are cut from the faux taffeta. Two front lining and two back lining pieces are cut from a black cotton.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiN66DrNWFt28JEqi2s80s5lRStCIJWSAfXthsfWVHbTrGXjcjEyhkAvQTT4f8gvvn1X4ci75FLCGmlzyT6yHtscrsx-fuBP337XRt8b-FDH7P_Y3UxSGozlq8vz1KYmSwfnLa4laars2YgaCXuNmpe2Dk0faw99muVYGn22wHy68z-4Tdgefqy9N8aNg/s2048/321447228_846484193351767_3894316705518010241_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiN66DrNWFt28JEqi2s80s5lRStCIJWSAfXthsfWVHbTrGXjcjEyhkAvQTT4f8gvvn1X4ci75FLCGmlzyT6yHtscrsx-fuBP337XRt8b-FDH7P_Y3UxSGozlq8vz1KYmSwfnLa4laars2YgaCXuNmpe2Dk0faw99muVYGn22wHy68z-4Tdgefqy9N8aNg/s320/321447228_846484193351767_3894316705518010241_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The bodice front and back neck edges are staystitched.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjs8Q9tZy53Cm7g-iMMpJezLOABzo4eFXtDEoVfU-atmwnPgbivvlRRUPg_WfbVnXffwssSm1kOwh9lQo5Bd078I4Z1RNSH_CdWNNsP52cvZdmr2tusYVC924nJ0y6N4fBPDwnHN3ANPdWwNKHnAgpuim_Yfbl05JNUVxlDV337tWrA_g8moctgXNbEVg/s2048/321218159_915669379589678_8615219955092971176_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjs8Q9tZy53Cm7g-iMMpJezLOABzo4eFXtDEoVfU-atmwnPgbivvlRRUPg_WfbVnXffwssSm1kOwh9lQo5Bd078I4Z1RNSH_CdWNNsP52cvZdmr2tusYVC924nJ0y6N4fBPDwnHN3ANPdWwNKHnAgpuim_Yfbl05JNUVxlDV337tWrA_g8moctgXNbEVg/s320/321218159_915669379589678_8615219955092971176_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Holiday Barbie has a net overlay on the gown bodice which extends slightly above the bodice top edge and is gathered in the center. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgelmm8V-LxCf4IJWbRpiR-e1tFuNx6HSZL2rOFDGid4WOd-v2LyqKbSs20LLSVMhGZitWMTDNCFjJ8U8QbT6xHu0YJXWXB8O66P5bldPU_Z-_wmEuvWxX7v0EcRFAF64R0CW2V4CQtI2yhYfLbBUunZtCAVpNH2xNXpirVAchWB0VsZlMsvzBcSCNRvQ/s2048/323092215_5603332829762354_1955400328463852539_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgelmm8V-LxCf4IJWbRpiR-e1tFuNx6HSZL2rOFDGid4WOd-v2LyqKbSs20LLSVMhGZitWMTDNCFjJ8U8QbT6xHu0YJXWXB8O66P5bldPU_Z-_wmEuvWxX7v0EcRFAF64R0CW2V4CQtI2yhYfLbBUunZtCAVpNH2xNXpirVAchWB0VsZlMsvzBcSCNRvQ/s320/323092215_5603332829762354_1955400328463852539_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Simplicity gown bodice pattern gathers at each side and has a slightly dropped waist. After a few tests I decide what I like best for this gown and attach the net to the front bodice halves. Gathering stitches are sewn at the sides.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgk0uzu8yssnH7s9KRlZ2qvoztRHwjWrmtuCTVWSADc2ISVg-o7ucGnF7iKb0eeJ6TGl5aSFdrzLAixn5V9Ge82RNuuH3SDYNTGYw5Ew-zCcpklBXlMoTL-KFCDF7uOfcLGSG2Idjs77H4xPwErzUfRdpli5jl7qez7ZiQ4Pu_-sad8sqps0wXhMcKL5w/s2048/321793536_849803263012094_6820555204241517102_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgk0uzu8yssnH7s9KRlZ2qvoztRHwjWrmtuCTVWSADc2ISVg-o7ucGnF7iKb0eeJ6TGl5aSFdrzLAixn5V9Ge82RNuuH3SDYNTGYw5Ew-zCcpklBXlMoTL-KFCDF7uOfcLGSG2Idjs77H4xPwErzUfRdpli5jl7qez7ZiQ4Pu_-sad8sqps0wXhMcKL5w/s320/321793536_849803263012094_6820555204241517102_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCKKRwCsmrYapewvWpVG6V4DgrCaaJtIUg7POWKnVX8bAgUf1Ci61v7jgalfxn2f5uw22LhAEtIPnoOpqgy5VTZL8gWbJ7vN_ggsPzgTIZXCupTMF8wdj478J1BVLifKNSUNNYDPJDUEhK41K3tR_SeXlb3Nysi_RZ_C6PPqEKxZFrS7XFzUdDSn8Pxg/s2048/322108618_909523170460066_5012553419669553265_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCKKRwCsmrYapewvWpVG6V4DgrCaaJtIUg7POWKnVX8bAgUf1Ci61v7jgalfxn2f5uw22LhAEtIPnoOpqgy5VTZL8gWbJ7vN_ggsPzgTIZXCupTMF8wdj478J1BVLifKNSUNNYDPJDUEhK41K3tR_SeXlb3Nysi_RZ_C6PPqEKxZFrS7XFzUdDSn8Pxg/s320/322108618_909523170460066_5012553419669553265_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The front halves are sewn at the center seam. Darts are sewn into the back halves. Then the fronts and backs are attached at the sides and gathered to fit. The shoulders are sewn.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRFYmvgfUam1xLZ4WCo-NA6BjT1VUydANgtWK2QyqU0SBA0CbDBRXb0YBsoTqHcQfqu1LZEHGIeMVVNWpoCyo0dpAIsuF-FraHZhmyqybfzoIIaRWLNSa1tMlJglSilaUGsbYtrp60jogEtdAnWesuH5mgC0wPRGuzwXpdKJV3QtXy5hefgZM09qnWEA/s2048/321816224_858328388555530_6141345513720297011_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRFYmvgfUam1xLZ4WCo-NA6BjT1VUydANgtWK2QyqU0SBA0CbDBRXb0YBsoTqHcQfqu1LZEHGIeMVVNWpoCyo0dpAIsuF-FraHZhmyqybfzoIIaRWLNSa1tMlJglSilaUGsbYtrp60jogEtdAnWesuH5mgC0wPRGuzwXpdKJV3QtXy5hefgZM09qnWEA/s320/321816224_858328388555530_6141345513720297011_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqkZ0jqK0cqX6fZ-apoRubCwEj4XuGYDDr8CgMjPz7fnNxINIA-sMUohxzIp7IxBaZxUWOpnjLa5qpNxhQ3uiNLxH2gBvCkBXmA-YoN2YFH1oqGJElJxXBnJFEoAPK6IRkdB_GN04r7ldmmShsVnz2md5OvkiKFcgk623YQispPC53GPFbI3bu5KjKKA/s2048/321636076_726572915304939_4057214973503143452_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqkZ0jqK0cqX6fZ-apoRubCwEj4XuGYDDr8CgMjPz7fnNxINIA-sMUohxzIp7IxBaZxUWOpnjLa5qpNxhQ3uiNLxH2gBvCkBXmA-YoN2YFH1oqGJElJxXBnJFEoAPK6IRkdB_GN04r7ldmmShsVnz2md5OvkiKFcgk623YQispPC53GPFbI3bu5KjKKA/s320/321636076_726572915304939_4057214973503143452_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4jVHAhxKUuj7nLvKfx6vTa03sliyhsL2eGK5FaueTXup3FoIvDhKiPUAJ95ZEZ263ctpxU7Z940Dv40zMShmpI6_hrIN7G4dBYXmqbcsOcUxlzF1SGcmrsvDZ81JA5dxFvumpfoBmLIsnV-IMz0Lt9LJ4qlTsgXKKmSnbu3PU4S05GNzymTZkMwDKgA/s2048/320930663_671230458062524_3101796777303526291_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4jVHAhxKUuj7nLvKfx6vTa03sliyhsL2eGK5FaueTXup3FoIvDhKiPUAJ95ZEZ263ctpxU7Z940Dv40zMShmpI6_hrIN7G4dBYXmqbcsOcUxlzF1SGcmrsvDZ81JA5dxFvumpfoBmLIsnV-IMz0Lt9LJ4qlTsgXKKmSnbu3PU4S05GNzymTZkMwDKgA/s320/320930663_671230458062524_3101796777303526291_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEis00pE7X7OxU0CQANPdq0hiP339Lzv3R4XDWUl9rFWvmXwh95lViaTEhVog8Mh0gILeJmB1DOkdX1Pihe5sdo3eha6dYXsCeU-s9o4PxjB0I79IHn3Cy9LIDyM0TEYfcC-WkHUqlHUSgKWoUdxDdfials0cUtysrf1GejmCb6ydmYKZpqedkT_dPKIag/s2048/322579204_877939466743007_6538298797706486559_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEis00pE7X7OxU0CQANPdq0hiP339Lzv3R4XDWUl9rFWvmXwh95lViaTEhVog8Mh0gILeJmB1DOkdX1Pihe5sdo3eha6dYXsCeU-s9o4PxjB0I79IHn3Cy9LIDyM0TEYfcC-WkHUqlHUSgKWoUdxDdfials0cUtysrf1GejmCb6ydmYKZpqedkT_dPKIag/s320/322579204_877939466743007_6538298797706486559_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div>The bodice front lining neckline is staystitched. The darts are sewn and center front sewn.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRRs9FAqrqJ5k88CNdBFsb84my334R8Cwg1KcQnAATgkgVJM8f-INPT8vDh3in54t7NBZ2yr5XGZ6UqxBUM4Dwo-gsBDJm1-9WkE7S0HeU5AnCUZmMce6LRbpD1CrIbOChhYFjPmY4PEjXl3cI_nsLOhhJSz9lnDVB_e2zWqZGVsF3aYRRnENvj4s9nA/s2048/322981021_546412790698726_5990526294960878423_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRRs9FAqrqJ5k88CNdBFsb84my334R8Cwg1KcQnAATgkgVJM8f-INPT8vDh3in54t7NBZ2yr5XGZ6UqxBUM4Dwo-gsBDJm1-9WkE7S0HeU5AnCUZmMce6LRbpD1CrIbOChhYFjPmY4PEjXl3cI_nsLOhhJSz9lnDVB_e2zWqZGVsF3aYRRnENvj4s9nA/s320/322981021_546412790698726_5990526294960878423_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The bodice back neckline is staystiched and the darts are sewn. The lining front and back are attached at the shoulder seams.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVsqRsbVWxSR3e8gmVPnABE610EATtXFbgR97VIWYY7VEsEnMxjN3NRtS1aRjm13aesIdRgdICAyZbjcoR9euT_hUzWJJL4igsZ5hn6KzENepwG9b_7GAF6xGvd2oaE63ZPGWuAHGlIXHM8cQI2HyR91FVP7xP3m4x4Bpkf5Jxiez2yfj4q3WTgqCN_w/s2048/320440887_903443170792265_9155011412808332378_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVsqRsbVWxSR3e8gmVPnABE610EATtXFbgR97VIWYY7VEsEnMxjN3NRtS1aRjm13aesIdRgdICAyZbjcoR9euT_hUzWJJL4igsZ5hn6KzENepwG9b_7GAF6xGvd2oaE63ZPGWuAHGlIXHM8cQI2HyR91FVP7xP3m4x4Bpkf5Jxiez2yfj4q3WTgqCN_w/s320/320440887_903443170792265_9155011412808332378_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuFE5xn2KzuhE5ylN8G4QJly19uL1Gcwqvj74JGFOu_0dqibatdIMouieE1eLlbeQqYPUgHYziS13pB1FHqLuu4VCuI68MUPKjo-QeD1RRPvgaOgpDbd1pPo0TBOdwMW5F0fMIhaApNL84Wv3RwbO88E25E9-3ihD_8Phk_wQFvI9u2MA9vcOwtb7aNw/s2048/322609533_1286431768599041_3588106725298932776_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuFE5xn2KzuhE5ylN8G4QJly19uL1Gcwqvj74JGFOu_0dqibatdIMouieE1eLlbeQqYPUgHYziS13pB1FHqLuu4VCuI68MUPKjo-QeD1RRPvgaOgpDbd1pPo0TBOdwMW5F0fMIhaApNL84Wv3RwbO88E25E9-3ihD_8Phk_wQFvI9u2MA9vcOwtb7aNw/s320/322609533_1286431768599041_3588106725298932776_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiodwxtNw6U4iyJBzQxo08CF0qWKDkkxeTh8V6M7spbFllf1HN4mxx6jDUVfkxsZsAxmAw-lir_zgx5b4uN3awXg47E-X5tXrdZ9oFYuQ8484y5f-KAV2nNpyw89HM_PbPaVU8O6rHVFS3RmUAttqX7iWhqJ3N7YLXHSI2UtlNn-Rn1LJHZdAblIpIiow/s2048/320415052_998042004485086_1560711505052014140_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiodwxtNw6U4iyJBzQxo08CF0qWKDkkxeTh8V6M7spbFllf1HN4mxx6jDUVfkxsZsAxmAw-lir_zgx5b4uN3awXg47E-X5tXrdZ9oFYuQ8484y5f-KAV2nNpyw89HM_PbPaVU8O6rHVFS3RmUAttqX7iWhqJ3N7YLXHSI2UtlNn-Rn1LJHZdAblIpIiow/s320/320415052_998042004485086_1560711505052014140_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The bodice exterior and lining are sewn at the neckline and armhole edges</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOUiteb-wsDV-9RUgPou4tZzTUg_ABtuadV51QMyY88AdzzgAGeRIPpBDuAvCzlu7zpi5tTPqLSYP0FDx06mO3RHeQIwZxVTiwvjA5PCBj_Zji6DZDgsFhGP9o9AoY1YVYXSBqnOIFCqizbe85qDhWCFD-lWhytqkJbHWgk0z5gyCa-qto48uum0vewg/s2048/322935752_5736823966436344_2932757676677434453_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOUiteb-wsDV-9RUgPou4tZzTUg_ABtuadV51QMyY88AdzzgAGeRIPpBDuAvCzlu7zpi5tTPqLSYP0FDx06mO3RHeQIwZxVTiwvjA5PCBj_Zji6DZDgsFhGP9o9AoY1YVYXSBqnOIFCqizbe85qDhWCFD-lWhytqkJbHWgk0z5gyCa-qto48uum0vewg/s320/322935752_5736823966436344_2932757676677434453_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Oh no!! At this point I'm on Step 11 of the pattern instructions and I've done something very wrong. I've sewn the side seams as well completely eliminating the ability to turn the bodice right side out. A cup of tea to overcome the frustration and clear my mind.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUbgQbdaBixIFZoOzFCuCJcHTC-Z-UuhBH_mYX90us6G-UrPz3TQ29kQTJ48fmB6qybp7yWMAhtkCBO3XtlwHu0nBz0zj4TQ8qkt1aABkGuk38ya5rq3ZtYx6lN7pmSLHElgbzOgLYG6L4iXF_9DgydG0UvxJjJ8na_e3t_tuRhtvs57syMACigxFVAA/s573/JeanetteWithTea.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="457" data-original-width="573" height="255" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUbgQbdaBixIFZoOzFCuCJcHTC-Z-UuhBH_mYX90us6G-UrPz3TQ29kQTJ48fmB6qybp7yWMAhtkCBO3XtlwHu0nBz0zj4TQ8qkt1aABkGuk38ya5rq3ZtYx6lN7pmSLHElgbzOgLYG6L4iXF_9DgydG0UvxJjJ8na_e3t_tuRhtvs57syMACigxFVAA/s320/JeanetteWithTea.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Now that my brain is finished with its vacation I can continue! With all the gathering and stitching on the side seams my easiest fix seemed to be to open the shoulder seams, turn the bodice, and resew the shoulder seams by hand. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiErVOJrXWEPtepr3fM21hLVmK43Aej7TIcTaH6URrqmKNUbFh1w8l_MTd2QCEl6h7wSmeADmaSn2Ekm6jgFixxyc4plDGaVrry19eTY3Y6iKk5W0FWzsZRqcqri_U9nXlbQr4iFc2-myR70i1yggVjcR93mxpGphvr3kSoOsPF2awAU3d36Cx6HhcFjg/s2048/321955644_2379102865589794_2607125164018270309_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiErVOJrXWEPtepr3fM21hLVmK43Aej7TIcTaH6URrqmKNUbFh1w8l_MTd2QCEl6h7wSmeADmaSn2Ekm6jgFixxyc4plDGaVrry19eTY3Y6iKk5W0FWzsZRqcqri_U9nXlbQr4iFc2-myR70i1yggVjcR93mxpGphvr3kSoOsPF2awAU3d36Cx6HhcFjg/s320/321955644_2379102865589794_2607125164018270309_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><span style="color: red;">The Skirt</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><span style="color: red;"><br /></span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span>The skirt portion of the gown is a front in two halves, and a back in two halves.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><span style="color: red;"><br /></span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXiBUWYg-In1niUF3Q9VIKkRkOqpgi-bWehn4qBx_oMg976j6wz7SZ4OlpA50GpX3rWIWqDPbJgGcDRSXqnBA1W_lP7U1HZdblteUdxvjwKZnN_dfMGv8v_mUDSJklqP_8Aut0ksV38j_xTzXxeRBkpuzzSBbf8JRDbvJHb6O22Q5VKvErQA9LcZezlA/s2048/322252140_700386431469805_1077950637434244583_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: left;">The center front seam is sewn.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRWl9RdkCjTfcgQBn1W5xwsdPv4ielfOGkU9tPMgV06KpAHc0haCGklK7c-rGU__IPfiOo4UTXxrWfQkiXpCK91d_r1sH9K_rnTB_vlcZnyolR0u1Lf8uclYubrlYnu_HWfevBsRM6bKsxXTpwjepJ7rOjNRFOCBxwUmVzVEjF0zX4gWLPOVb5ijSlQw/s2048/320533466_695096638954330_6894996276131799242_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRWl9RdkCjTfcgQBn1W5xwsdPv4ielfOGkU9tPMgV06KpAHc0haCGklK7c-rGU__IPfiOo4UTXxrWfQkiXpCK91d_r1sH9K_rnTB_vlcZnyolR0u1Lf8uclYubrlYnu_HWfevBsRM6bKsxXTpwjepJ7rOjNRFOCBxwUmVzVEjF0zX4gWLPOVb5ijSlQw/s320/320533466_695096638954330_6894996276131799242_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The center back seam is sewn leaving the top edge open for the zipper which will extend down the full length of the bodice and into the skirt. The side seams are sewn.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwTgwljsXIK_n7_Zwux05EtUtDsJZC1cz5DuS1mtcMbBc6xRFtFhMS51XmzgWAZ66YQ8f7ElResuiH9vjsrbkypv2qtqXiqSNVLKkrIprI0k0E1LalbC_EHPYWZUJ7qc5Lrpxqr_gvhCixjjuRRlXkHEbd0sNsY3pBv9F51wZIZjkjsKp0NzxFn-agdA/s1797/321774428_695707395414999_3145999327114341597_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1797" data-original-width="1012" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwTgwljsXIK_n7_Zwux05EtUtDsJZC1cz5DuS1mtcMbBc6xRFtFhMS51XmzgWAZ66YQ8f7ElResuiH9vjsrbkypv2qtqXiqSNVLKkrIprI0k0E1LalbC_EHPYWZUJ7qc5Lrpxqr_gvhCixjjuRRlXkHEbd0sNsY3pBv9F51wZIZjkjsKp0NzxFn-agdA/s320/321774428_695707395414999_3145999327114341597_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A lining is cut from the same pattern pieces using a slippery light-weight faux satin.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEincM6KWNM3lrvixgxmYm9Lntc0foo72O_2GiIqVgubJX2Dt14WgqOgd0LJOtSDm410zRDdudu1X0Zb6kX0WyYulASwxjSHBHJr--A2_iLfl3-Md-rNrGh8lkYJg_vYlxehKrl1I0RsYBetNKbLcITACwV2kvobKACMzyOfiU-4_3clMF99fEWhHNqQsQ/s2037/321498869_913998946707767_92128077996490058_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1628" data-original-width="2037" height="256" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEincM6KWNM3lrvixgxmYm9Lntc0foo72O_2GiIqVgubJX2Dt14WgqOgd0LJOtSDm410zRDdudu1X0Zb6kX0WyYulASwxjSHBHJr--A2_iLfl3-Md-rNrGh8lkYJg_vYlxehKrl1I0RsYBetNKbLcITACwV2kvobKACMzyOfiU-4_3clMF99fEWhHNqQsQ/s320/321498869_913998946707767_92128077996490058_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The lining pieces are sewn exactly as the outer fashion fabric.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEKeLv8DS5lQBXFlimOmLGwkomBCDS0_7c5HjvVltzx9xjxnLvvLbRDVUgrH47AKVmNvvFffuitrhpUimRTq2k5wqNRdI_EW3KaHhthsqjGJ0UVbhHYwu82ovF-ZY9a2HJln1zP-ZikCRj3WDtgjrTiC4vbCWsFC7euDM9frogaNqUo3U1A4Hih0PBYQ/s1905/321428267_691350559037867_7192298867322519051_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1905" data-original-width="1145" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEKeLv8DS5lQBXFlimOmLGwkomBCDS0_7c5HjvVltzx9xjxnLvvLbRDVUgrH47AKVmNvvFffuitrhpUimRTq2k5wqNRdI_EW3KaHhthsqjGJ0UVbhHYwu82ovF-ZY9a2HJln1zP-ZikCRj3WDtgjrTiC4vbCWsFC7euDM9frogaNqUo3U1A4Hih0PBYQ/s320/321428267_691350559037867_7192298867322519051_n.jpg" width="192" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjp0c2eLoEXZ9RcTgQY3_Il3dOfJ4fPnjKKpIRh4-7_LSw2qPvutdIcThjDeQtMqGA-9LkPn3PoGuIL1Yg0g274B1pv7bLnCSM3lOJQwVh1LppxwZfAS18sjwIliB8guoBoiIJadp82iB4QuNKg6ZR0hDFA0HEcwiOyC0yYybAgYwIXywvlI8A6Kkvorw/s2048/322207280_3324118487916437_5459155403023295951_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjp0c2eLoEXZ9RcTgQY3_Il3dOfJ4fPnjKKpIRh4-7_LSw2qPvutdIcThjDeQtMqGA-9LkPn3PoGuIL1Yg0g274B1pv7bLnCSM3lOJQwVh1LppxwZfAS18sjwIliB8guoBoiIJadp82iB4QuNKg6ZR0hDFA0HEcwiOyC0yYybAgYwIXywvlI8A6Kkvorw/s320/322207280_3324118487916437_5459155403023295951_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The separate bodice and skirt with linings are ready to be joined. The skirt with lining upper edge is sewn to the lower bodice edge leaving the bodice lining free.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdQToyNh5zAIFDp8_IqIMAB4kxOnSYh8kuLCGRc-WftwKq6-Oz1TbH9rvU-fXS4wNrwXJmoqJTBHLck85_gzWekeU_08GqV4vtvhf4edCC_lousoaDf8fiWjoJ2N1Liwu5lShR0NhVKU447lP0YaZuS0RerMDNlAnDABJqp1B2p1s--JxOu0w_fH1F6g/s2048/322099497_704428661331429_8355905834434561438_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdQToyNh5zAIFDp8_IqIMAB4kxOnSYh8kuLCGRc-WftwKq6-Oz1TbH9rvU-fXS4wNrwXJmoqJTBHLck85_gzWekeU_08GqV4vtvhf4edCC_lousoaDf8fiWjoJ2N1Liwu5lShR0NhVKU447lP0YaZuS0RerMDNlAnDABJqp1B2p1s--JxOu0w_fH1F6g/s320/322099497_704428661331429_8355905834434561438_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzSksbFDSilRidexJ7Y8u9vRO6QLw0qQg0Ne2IsO3LefBDJPoDr4Z8nEU8nYUfYp-iXilGHWU-rTxR1U_yqqPp0dvAM3Li3LwfTZ92g4O5TXGRpJF4rSKmuSJNarWZ6GwBpkESA7OG25LBgUeObDU03zIcUAg8kQWBbzAt3ItwWejZQfL8tgCz5xy5Hg/s320/320898122_705854101059143_9138193515302396124_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; color: red; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">All pieces are cut from the green faux taffeta for the outside, and a red satin for the lining.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; color: red; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqfjouNFm8qBxUkvVOHRaOxaFiWLdf8ibTpNzfPSK5VE4nnBUzeSuCUwynozdVlu7W12aPXW0cypkUBwADcDFqsXEQcUo5l_Xd-v70LhZp-UMQHa28iJimgVXPSekFCR0BKCP9NYM2zEOTLO8DVGkGbHZHyFP-2WyQxZPy2RFyZjYkFVzhXZ8e7RXm7w/s2048/320682027_532111241995553_3243296361831762010_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqfjouNFm8qBxUkvVOHRaOxaFiWLdf8ibTpNzfPSK5VE4nnBUzeSuCUwynozdVlu7W12aPXW0cypkUBwADcDFqsXEQcUo5l_Xd-v70LhZp-UMQHa28iJimgVXPSekFCR0BKCP9NYM2zEOTLO8DVGkGbHZHyFP-2WyQxZPy2RFyZjYkFVzhXZ8e7RXm7w/s320/320682027_532111241995553_3243296361831762010_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; color: red; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Holiday Barbie bolero has red satin piping and my stash piping will work beautifully.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; color: red; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3rRdp_VBx-InzCaYT_ZZLQ1eSG_6SwAWoHN5XjFwTIpxt-EOIqWFwnf9xcUS-KGa-8DAMMsfEgJzzpPEfhPMUTDIsr-Kz4tY3sNX3x2Hgs4bnS0QgcMdjWCMKRUTf6uUKRNk5pNPck19sA767YbDlIpEqqWZr9QsFNkCMS3Z5fQ2yK0BPSG5RYjcBxg/s2048/321806207_854919389051315_270173847828065997_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: left;">The piping is sewn to each front edge at the seam line and the center back sewn. Note to future self: sew piping after the center back is sewn for a smooth, continuous line of piping.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6dscDDx0bS8wrS9LU9umESqqSHzr7szJp8-GuhQIq8pBws1Cwlf9u7097G6wEpCPWf5_K8Hv4-LvZ2-J11wO5dzWPA6wxxLjR5FkTr87QOcOG8U0_TjkKQb6RN__Os4_lUaDaQg407vIrvTA4jFFJKtaXh8arbjdjRWHzkXSBnus1KX4YAgGRl_bOwA/s2048/322108413_1198806107703267_8793775275156403232_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6dscDDx0bS8wrS9LU9umESqqSHzr7szJp8-GuhQIq8pBws1Cwlf9u7097G6wEpCPWf5_K8Hv4-LvZ2-J11wO5dzWPA6wxxLjR5FkTr87QOcOG8U0_TjkKQb6RN__Os4_lUaDaQg407vIrvTA4jFFJKtaXh8arbjdjRWHzkXSBnus1KX4YAgGRl_bOwA/s320/322108413_1198806107703267_8793775275156403232_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">With right sides together the lining is pinned to the jacket, sewn on all outer edges, the seam allowance trimmed, and turned right side out through an armhole. The armhole edges are then basted together.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhA0vfqGRc24_kLrKc1b3mcUmO1z2c04pwrwbXEojs8oe3G6QCtR2-wHNGAHCQvGeFRI6L5EvVapL-A42rTuiTDhoXktSwrQaZ6E27vcaNEsJVO0G_JtKBd3t0KUDpJoZH6-Z1KDaXkrfh8aa19FGdlUtlYlSkXJxxV2tBJwoRrRNTojoUrAbbdzIkUgQ/s2048/322598690_506596768237415_7040084642208617497_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhA0vfqGRc24_kLrKc1b3mcUmO1z2c04pwrwbXEojs8oe3G6QCtR2-wHNGAHCQvGeFRI6L5EvVapL-A42rTuiTDhoXktSwrQaZ6E27vcaNEsJVO0G_JtKBd3t0KUDpJoZH6-Z1KDaXkrfh8aa19FGdlUtlYlSkXJxxV2tBJwoRrRNTojoUrAbbdzIkUgQ/s320/322598690_506596768237415_7040084642208617497_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikD3gi_pOmAGEMiIkcXquuyj4Z8RqrfoHp0SWEyaL50bblPv_D-O7qiELAoZ5vaPXYdiqEt0cz1qyqikMFjg35XleqaBV_T2fe_QbslXKI3MFB96TnjqizkgF9Js724gPrnXEEdkkhbDaBt05Zyu7RiJQh9Afn004IyJ510YWL-piCcKbPKW0dkA_0NQ/s2048/322847897_1337794883653287_1669194015528685601_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikD3gi_pOmAGEMiIkcXquuyj4Z8RqrfoHp0SWEyaL50bblPv_D-O7qiELAoZ5vaPXYdiqEt0cz1qyqikMFjg35XleqaBV_T2fe_QbslXKI3MFB96TnjqizkgF9Js724gPrnXEEdkkhbDaBt05Zyu7RiJQh9Afn004IyJ510YWL-piCcKbPKW0dkA_0NQ/s320/322847897_1337794883653287_1669194015528685601_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnnDAB56HQLIoiCJelqLWGnSm0K4IB7pCnisAnIUPD5CwMIj2LD6Af0mXE3G9so-tXML1-K4RAQxw7nrADhZailAufeGYrQvSKX8ja2W-b2LhgvqJ4BfqiM9TjE-ql3aNcPhusZGCzFSAjlBjDGlXmivlJws2p2S4Nrr9r7bw46zi2lk1bsHWQwaAujg/s2048/322476347_728340148460057_6440861598177456833_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnnDAB56HQLIoiCJelqLWGnSm0K4IB7pCnisAnIUPD5CwMIj2LD6Af0mXE3G9so-tXML1-K4RAQxw7nrADhZailAufeGYrQvSKX8ja2W-b2LhgvqJ4BfqiM9TjE-ql3aNcPhusZGCzFSAjlBjDGlXmivlJws2p2S4Nrr9r7bw46zi2lk1bsHWQwaAujg/s320/322476347_728340148460057_6440861598177456833_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The lining and outer fabric are stabilized at the back neck seam by stitching in the ditch of the seam between the corners. The collar pleats are marked (I've used a white heat-erasable pen) and sewn through both the outer fabric and lining. The pleats are then created by bringing the markings together, sewing through four layers, and then pressing toward the neck edge.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJ-PTmKiKaC21ZkS0YlBhNnncIbNldKQIHUVahb5v8CZASQ0zwwk8lktfIUh2tuETsYmzG-kx5Bvw5aDLj2RoyLGGsgaP9p9gUlXAz5UOXJHC3Qw96sI96FKaEq-STuTA1I1Q7YE9mRSemznr2CnzXwK9W3YpMesL9n-dmlyGJFL4x-3guWW-lHYt5sw/s960/323298513_1161838654456119_2781609808646199504_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJ-PTmKiKaC21ZkS0YlBhNnncIbNldKQIHUVahb5v8CZASQ0zwwk8lktfIUh2tuETsYmzG-kx5Bvw5aDLj2RoyLGGsgaP9p9gUlXAz5UOXJHC3Qw96sI96FKaEq-STuTA1I1Q7YE9mRSemznr2CnzXwK9W3YpMesL9n-dmlyGJFL4x-3guWW-lHYt5sw/s320/323298513_1161838654456119_2781609808646199504_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCHPOb4coAVhuZNpEwo5sqNVaaSw3MfotVpBCmMcLHGjfHvpA9GPmzm9rSLyQ2b90tZp6Is9D8pTafwQ-9lxXZEM3XhsbvzrFK1MEm2Tg-ZmQ-R1FEcLAZRVhjCSoGgvzEsqIgyvZSPt4Rzt8S4X7OdKagV2npz1uCVcRSfcPWVrJgNwWfwkeoSBrWYA/s960/323292639_885405759549994_8574831304341381047_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCHPOb4coAVhuZNpEwo5sqNVaaSw3MfotVpBCmMcLHGjfHvpA9GPmzm9rSLyQ2b90tZp6Is9D8pTafwQ-9lxXZEM3XhsbvzrFK1MEm2Tg-ZmQ-R1FEcLAZRVhjCSoGgvzEsqIgyvZSPt4Rzt8S4X7OdKagV2npz1uCVcRSfcPWVrJgNwWfwkeoSBrWYA/s320/323292639_885405759549994_8574831304341381047_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikh0xxMga6GTgM6j6UQY0kX5UFfvVdzXGULumTWt1HQqWf199qif_Lt9XVaRqf6IoSuPp2a6vCH3etTHtIMFiBuHNuxDx21i63GNJkZme5BvlXYh-YVG4uHbhihF2OZlFvTvspBcFRJr-mibjU7A-PxM3A0j-onh5rs3AKf91R8xYDNLemDzJczvRd9w/s960/323320590_826549085054480_1713406513238685639_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikh0xxMga6GTgM6j6UQY0kX5UFfvVdzXGULumTWt1HQqWf199qif_Lt9XVaRqf6IoSuPp2a6vCH3etTHtIMFiBuHNuxDx21i63GNJkZme5BvlXYh-YVG4uHbhihF2OZlFvTvspBcFRJr-mibjU7A-PxM3A0j-onh5rs3AKf91R8xYDNLemDzJczvRd9w/s320/323320590_826549085054480_1713406513238685639_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Next, the sleeves. The loop fabric is sewn into a tube, the seam allowance trimmed, and turned right side out. It is cut into the length necessary to loop over the size button chosen and to extend into the seam allowance.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ20QyUqktDR_4-3doQOzID8Gfe-UoqXvjwwiJFK1KUUJc51e-2ClRdA-6jrMEw-BgoUVNRt-2nl-hoqrhjhsaGfVXjLmGJYY9nQPvMb7BQJQevsfb-RQHMTh06_ys1fmXsvm7faW_y6Iy2v9WDQMATlQmMkVhlTQX6AxI_Zpj0cFbCtZxeeFehrMoXw/s2048/322489090_1134303200620816_2612501711899082681_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ20QyUqktDR_4-3doQOzID8Gfe-UoqXvjwwiJFK1KUUJc51e-2ClRdA-6jrMEw-BgoUVNRt-2nl-hoqrhjhsaGfVXjLmGJYY9nQPvMb7BQJQevsfb-RQHMTh06_ys1fmXsvm7faW_y6Iy2v9WDQMATlQmMkVhlTQX6AxI_Zpj0cFbCtZxeeFehrMoXw/s320/322489090_1134303200620816_2612501711899082681_n.jpg" width="320" /></a>7th</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWDwa8MfNvqYO-WZbOTY5ufJH6BnqBBRVk8UkPtA1EkMJ2gfwyA009eqoW7TsQF-aEvhD18ocAg1SEksNXCbt6vTiD7FsMyQ7mSCIlfo98CI3_xMzvn8jnAufdGDn4SMwtUIgyS4tg4IDtE_oIx7sNEkxErHHmIWIgBqPDC2jlVTsSjXqTHCZlwvgfBQ/s2047/321848597_464031715734369_5840902197761442213_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2047" data-original-width="2047" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWDwa8MfNvqYO-WZbOTY5ufJH6BnqBBRVk8UkPtA1EkMJ2gfwyA009eqoW7TsQF-aEvhD18ocAg1SEksNXCbt6vTiD7FsMyQ7mSCIlfo98CI3_xMzvn8jnAufdGDn4SMwtUIgyS4tg4IDtE_oIx7sNEkxErHHmIWIgBqPDC2jlVTsSjXqTHCZlwvgfBQ/s320/321848597_464031715734369_5840902197761442213_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5UrXabcRc-aRZ4k4Ji1LaStA8FliWk7gg8YCbRvoAqb8kAief0cyG233j0YGMf9JELS0wFmJMNwSeue2Z1UqGaZgi2QzamCqdh_1DGq4mrf_pCDc1wlorq475L87yuANW3VF0w7f4yiXPPoVfS0ba5gcJYk_TWqpEQSoh1VqLtOAnTzQs8wpT7O59xg/s2048/321194652_707887510968793_5314256501238419768_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5UrXabcRc-aRZ4k4Ji1LaStA8FliWk7gg8YCbRvoAqb8kAief0cyG233j0YGMf9JELS0wFmJMNwSeue2Z1UqGaZgi2QzamCqdh_1DGq4mrf_pCDc1wlorq475L87yuANW3VF0w7f4yiXPPoVfS0ba5gcJYk_TWqpEQSoh1VqLtOAnTzQs8wpT7O59xg/s320/321194652_707887510968793_5314256501238419768_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The loops are sewn at the seam allowance and the sleeve seam sewn leaving the loop area free.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_mhfERGj2ySxCbGfGJ4R548j6p4uVEIuLS8PKlH2mRC1suFa6JRfxl0HNZKrpzZpSrAdZ77Vq6npEfZRyh4dvtsBPdMxE8p2oDeJhZiNvIsbcm1vedOep0a1CbyIxoH1aVE49fMkO-_FCkHk8Si5Gd33ZW0YlXdD6ldYRjDj1EvayQIQZPMlvGwG24Q/s2048/322235824_726423255710233_3503421844402047537_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_mhfERGj2ySxCbGfGJ4R548j6p4uVEIuLS8PKlH2mRC1suFa6JRfxl0HNZKrpzZpSrAdZ77Vq6npEfZRyh4dvtsBPdMxE8p2oDeJhZiNvIsbcm1vedOep0a1CbyIxoH1aVE49fMkO-_FCkHk8Si5Gd33ZW0YlXdD6ldYRjDj1EvayQIQZPMlvGwG24Q/s320/322235824_726423255710233_3503421844402047537_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The lining seam is sewn leaving the area free for the sleeve opening. The lower edge and opening of the outer fabric and lining are sewn with right sides together. The lining is then turned and the upper edge sewn with long gathering stitches.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi69rKAJA64CbCmy_7l5Pqfb_mhvRFYijex-3oVEhRVpJC7SfO1jlLf0nOyDqbPyIcgW8G3UVd0clxkOmPSFPiD6swWDh_FxH2AqTrXg14AYdl_BHjAB2iUcdmMMmtcIS7_bQq8AAvh-QfVN-8XddFtrSXj8LedbT37wNY9NcBPpzE7Z7G_bi0vYSFf7A/s2048/320004458_1103408953655171_6376594815067963106_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi69rKAJA64CbCmy_7l5Pqfb_mhvRFYijex-3oVEhRVpJC7SfO1jlLf0nOyDqbPyIcgW8G3UVd0clxkOmPSFPiD6swWDh_FxH2AqTrXg14AYdl_BHjAB2iUcdmMMmtcIS7_bQq8AAvh-QfVN-8XddFtrSXj8LedbT37wNY9NcBPpzE7Z7G_bi0vYSFf7A/s320/320004458_1103408953655171_6376594815067963106_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: red;"><b>The Finished Jacket</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: red;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I truly love the soft draped effect the collar pleats give to the shoulder and jacket front. The pattern also allows for a small gather to be made at the mid front edge covered with a button to maintain that effect but for now here is the finished bolero jacket.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUy63eKl2JdQuWBzctNGLuU_vP6AtwB9mgDDiH8NqVMQWZYLzNl0gDXPtise84lSOACHrnUUnxopOZO2aoNoZXYYrAMmk_AvwxZqIbnBi-BkQ7embmKt2DtryzOXozJ7TVewJwoUDOYx8BdjddPJhe4Yjoy26Dk9Fruz3_eGM1d7P-VBZkC6vyKiofGQ/s2048/323463614_861823655092430_9058106202940508192_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUy63eKl2JdQuWBzctNGLuU_vP6AtwB9mgDDiH8NqVMQWZYLzNl0gDXPtise84lSOACHrnUUnxopOZO2aoNoZXYYrAMmk_AvwxZqIbnBi-BkQ7embmKt2DtryzOXozJ7TVewJwoUDOYx8BdjddPJhe4Yjoy26Dk9Fruz3_eGM1d7P-VBZkC6vyKiofGQ/s320/323463614_861823655092430_9058106202940508192_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: red;"><b>A Ribbon Poinsettia - Step by Step</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: red;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Poinsettia on Holiday Barbie's sash and cap are the perfect touch to this costume.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEHZ47OUD3MawEeyM9bTvwnpJWzGLk5uyHAZ6tNnF-k5lly_bXa6w1-Uzf6rHfifZVRB4cMr0lk46KE1WvPkP73RHZaOXKLRGMgJlGdoIseYNWE58f9U0hWQWTKVVvVDjQ5DsWlAmRcm2cy9sYHpm1oVcsXGARwHlszdf_YqfSR6uNZqP4qZdiGcj8DQ/s2048/313971815_10230388210666018_7345663517058957149_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEHZ47OUD3MawEeyM9bTvwnpJWzGLk5uyHAZ6tNnF-k5lly_bXa6w1-Uzf6rHfifZVRB4cMr0lk46KE1WvPkP73RHZaOXKLRGMgJlGdoIseYNWE58f9U0hWQWTKVVvVDjQ5DsWlAmRcm2cy9sYHpm1oVcsXGARwHlszdf_YqfSR6uNZqP4qZdiGcj8DQ/s320/313971815_10230388210666018_7345663517058957149_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Like the Dogwood Blossom, the colorful leaves are called bracts and the actual flower is in the center. The ribbon Poinsettia is perfect to show that as all the red and green leaves are made exactly the same.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi8H0X3NIEoxyAjKrhrIxfQ3-F6MVX-694sS9Z_0Pn5AXI_QkWQzEBTzWBlVjhj5mhAm87w6FA2w6X9CG4nJzDGHvHPFSmj21aT6YweDrf7nN3ZZ7_t-awRTEVji5ooZtr_XSd38iBlOdcYlkskZJAsauQFGoH-gnwWuf718hRKvKCAun-bAl3gnITHg/s1600/red-poinsettia-flowers.webp" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi8H0X3NIEoxyAjKrhrIxfQ3-F6MVX-694sS9Z_0Pn5AXI_QkWQzEBTzWBlVjhj5mhAm87w6FA2w6X9CG4nJzDGHvHPFSmj21aT6YweDrf7nN3ZZ7_t-awRTEVji5ooZtr_XSd38iBlOdcYlkskZJAsauQFGoH-gnwWuf718hRKvKCAun-bAl3gnITHg/s320/red-poinsettia-flowers.webp" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">While I did find a silver metallic Offray ribbon for the sash Poinsettia and some silver beads for the centers, there was no wired red ribbon to be found. I did find in my stash a polyester striped wired ribbon in the 1-1/2" width I wanted and just accepted that the sewing universe wanted me to use that. A trial made a rather interesting leaf and I'm actually quite surprised and happy. I did have some nice 1-1/2" width wired ombre green ribbon for the green leaves and I'll begin the step-by-step with the green ribbon.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbPKPbj35ZPlt7XXErBZqghqRv4xo1_reITCxa8QjQdSStvsvMU_ABNlPcD2NoEIWKeoPJfq8-wO0NKG6rRHmKIcuM9NcZ2dZYKqqIsWFR4auEBHhMrxwo3pWFdLnP10X3zz2EOUyQJAsdeTJhKihs0-Bg_-XLOEYgc0uuLDbBh2mE8D06KKuu41Adyw/s2048/312571881_10230075826896619_7311464639491470485_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbPKPbj35ZPlt7XXErBZqghqRv4xo1_reITCxa8QjQdSStvsvMU_ABNlPcD2NoEIWKeoPJfq8-wO0NKG6rRHmKIcuM9NcZ2dZYKqqIsWFR4auEBHhMrxwo3pWFdLnP10X3zz2EOUyQJAsdeTJhKihs0-Bg_-XLOEYgc0uuLDbBh2mE8D06KKuu41Adyw/s320/312571881_10230075826896619_7311464639491470485_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-YzsbktsbB7EgEKKcTT2bzZDDUWuEW5KEPjqkEiSh-0KCIbAOF8rbh1P6YpfEc9qLw3Nu1qkg63ZNuFs0Eb6qD2P7QkrRa8sdlatRx8aMzQIeg3UNsferYxdei4nuwyMrIBHi-tsQv2THL3STwxZoogCXajwwy287xF9W2raWJgHPfqYR0Jb5TGiCJw/s2048/322381965_573915631227416_4270546208139624752_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-YzsbktsbB7EgEKKcTT2bzZDDUWuEW5KEPjqkEiSh-0KCIbAOF8rbh1P6YpfEc9qLw3Nu1qkg63ZNuFs0Eb6qD2P7QkrRa8sdlatRx8aMzQIeg3UNsferYxdei4nuwyMrIBHi-tsQv2THL3STwxZoogCXajwwy287xF9W2raWJgHPfqYR0Jb5TGiCJw/s320/322381965_573915631227416_4270546208139624752_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div>Step 1: Cut a length of ribbon twice the length of the finished leaf you want plus extra for the gathering. I've cut 10".</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0t9rqjY9yvOMm_4aTR1ePutfROiA0T3M3Fu6to38PxNsqWCOPesbf9qJBsUYGc1aV7FsGzewnIf0XFKi61x37OgarSpnKmFjCc067Avi2e-cl36zCNO4Dk3xYj97i9EEAtMmg_9UcYd11bCsSjf-0ikelPWyMyNlIoo_raFn-YzhJhj4J5QVDK2XbWQ/s2048/321200385_8674618782579746_88134490906866642_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0t9rqjY9yvOMm_4aTR1ePutfROiA0T3M3Fu6to38PxNsqWCOPesbf9qJBsUYGc1aV7FsGzewnIf0XFKi61x37OgarSpnKmFjCc067Avi2e-cl36zCNO4Dk3xYj97i9EEAtMmg_9UcYd11bCsSjf-0ikelPWyMyNlIoo_raFn-YzhJhj4J5QVDK2XbWQ/s320/321200385_8674618782579746_88134490906866642_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Step 2: If your ribbon is an ombre like this or has other distinguishing patterns, choose which edge will be the center of your leaf. That edge will become the top edge during sewing. Here I've chosen for my leaf to have a dark outer edge. The light edge will be the center of my leaf and it will be at the top. Remove the wire from the top edge.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2Zwyrr9BeX2uADFS3SUG3jcJTAl1_j4R_AWh93lA9JENevZ8ipXzeSnNqsDbk6PtBind69_JP_M5MrxCC1JJoizIsixGuk8o_pG-dmBetphtxH70CMIYU3sjrqxE9Gia_7T5lxmYpVQlMUwuHo6f-oHEB117P02wUulIq7qSG5_swpFFyE6dFajtTxA/s2048/322062140_936236074420907_8716508390378722572_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2Zwyrr9BeX2uADFS3SUG3jcJTAl1_j4R_AWh93lA9JENevZ8ipXzeSnNqsDbk6PtBind69_JP_M5MrxCC1JJoizIsixGuk8o_pG-dmBetphtxH70CMIYU3sjrqxE9Gia_7T5lxmYpVQlMUwuHo6f-oHEB117P02wUulIq7qSG5_swpFFyE6dFajtTxA/s320/322062140_936236074420907_8716508390378722572_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Step 3: Fold the ribbon in half with the fold on the right.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYGLyE-Zm4c12lt-QjiVD8M7YntEEFdVQprPFvl1Cgz9s5_80u8pzjXpJldcOXW2eps43PLxyibVvC4LhiC5VA2mOaO7wvW-ybtbqoDAaztOMaTPKcA1EvAGMtWkslBViHTsg4XNHSYyNVUKCnVSWaYFA5G-SLCFytIQs1ohsG4LY3iCrsIfC5wfITvw/s2048/321821938_1122309055109483_4466712011103079738_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYGLyE-Zm4c12lt-QjiVD8M7YntEEFdVQprPFvl1Cgz9s5_80u8pzjXpJldcOXW2eps43PLxyibVvC4LhiC5VA2mOaO7wvW-ybtbqoDAaztOMaTPKcA1EvAGMtWkslBViHTsg4XNHSYyNVUKCnVSWaYFA5G-SLCFytIQs1ohsG4LY3iCrsIfC5wfITvw/s320/321821938_1122309055109483_4466712011103079738_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Step 4: Fold each corner and pin through all four layers to secure.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGBRcbxenGvoLHXzwSwJY4ELSpi5rI1iZ7c5xvmOq1hj7Alj_lizLW_hDzOIGN7I-E5Iyn_frtVThexOehnhZED9L5reiHRGlIXdQO00Vyx6rmMSOJV6ejR_qvQFdeKRIhEKo2ky_XaLs7Y0ekg2oLpNXduv6aDrO5R2bfZsBM0xf-O_lCbEfxmZmpOw/s2048/323123876_899785981194978_5197292611734294500_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGBRcbxenGvoLHXzwSwJY4ELSpi5rI1iZ7c5xvmOq1hj7Alj_lizLW_hDzOIGN7I-E5Iyn_frtVThexOehnhZED9L5reiHRGlIXdQO00Vyx6rmMSOJV6ejR_qvQFdeKRIhEKo2ky_XaLs7Y0ekg2oLpNXduv6aDrO5R2bfZsBM0xf-O_lCbEfxmZmpOw/s320/323123876_899785981194978_5197292611734294500_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Step 5: Using a coordinating thread, knot the thread end and begin to stitch at the lower right corner taking care to avoid the wired edge.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9rchRwld9SZNjWCS9QHoGHUrjySoTkb0o5dmGbDQmMV5TlmBjpWO6dvPhGekzjmSYWTlPhMaxWp-vhVa-LDXtpaTvkuGarH4I7iKuV6JlP5h2_9UmgY3piWHMfacjwaxOKNoWOXHzLKRoR2V7RMA8Xw51CyP7XEP8DR90NpS0gg7wmKteyBtv01KIpA/s2048/322483052_892427335113619_4237984354833604612_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9rchRwld9SZNjWCS9QHoGHUrjySoTkb0o5dmGbDQmMV5TlmBjpWO6dvPhGekzjmSYWTlPhMaxWp-vhVa-LDXtpaTvkuGarH4I7iKuV6JlP5h2_9UmgY3piWHMfacjwaxOKNoWOXHzLKRoR2V7RMA8Xw51CyP7XEP8DR90NpS0gg7wmKteyBtv01KIpA/s320/322483052_892427335113619_4237984354833604612_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLckD3em8457eqkbZHwweBJF8Lk-oh9db4LSfk0ziPG01x18gGEWcQxGBPhI7ki7cBWyLMWDvxjFt35C3z49SxRUIwAGlCVe8GaQHH2FXxM98PI_JDY0X-V01sZ2uOtDHqwBgSYo6xt6q5ZXQKbFOC5tRTV9Gf9w4A8f6B7eleL7aqgZgcrcjAP5b1Ww/s320/322950514_463608512448837_1553413789987820249_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Step 7: Sew a back stitch to anchor the thread. The remainder of the thread will be used to gather the center of the leaf but what you just sewed will be the outer point of the leaf and will not gather because of the back stitch.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvwAr6gPArPNqkVgGgeBu1_SSr-mfGiPf69u3EETFX0D5zMwQ5T13G_BAVbEbS9vZUJTtZAHhM2DLx5DOxEoMEH5ahSTc0h_bFQlMC1OEO609v2Q2AnqkC-lODB-y2QO1rtBiOx8aqbzJAnIeexDAunYDKaL5P6TdIxatzPZNwpchKjdgc8eXoSkiXYg/s2048/321511834_3098524000294292_8743522640932030968_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvwAr6gPArPNqkVgGgeBu1_SSr-mfGiPf69u3EETFX0D5zMwQ5T13G_BAVbEbS9vZUJTtZAHhM2DLx5DOxEoMEH5ahSTc0h_bFQlMC1OEO609v2Q2AnqkC-lODB-y2QO1rtBiOx8aqbzJAnIeexDAunYDKaL5P6TdIxatzPZNwpchKjdgc8eXoSkiXYg/s320/321511834_3098524000294292_8743522640932030968_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Step 8: Sew a running stitch through the two layers across the top of the ribbon and through the four layers down the left side.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSuDwLLxYkoDSyZkDQKNDe1u8eEGUOzrKNUg6cL8LLDgfeo0NwNd85L02wDuGtQy_KsWbGwNtIb-NpG8L86c1ihzOvf_SpZcmGKCruca_G-1xb9csCu-zUOV4HTOi8c4CED8ZUX96ArWCG8ilV1FrrqTzu4JyQ4pzwc0Sb-a0jIY5eZLEt1B2p2JLvag/s2048/323637458_700715201597867_7904711781402295445_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSuDwLLxYkoDSyZkDQKNDe1u8eEGUOzrKNUg6cL8LLDgfeo0NwNd85L02wDuGtQy_KsWbGwNtIb-NpG8L86c1ihzOvf_SpZcmGKCruca_G-1xb9csCu-zUOV4HTOi8c4CED8ZUX96ArWCG8ilV1FrrqTzu4JyQ4pzwc0Sb-a0jIY5eZLEt1B2p2JLvag/s320/323637458_700715201597867_7904711781402295445_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Step 9: Pull the thread to gather as desired. Different gathering will yield different lengths and effects on your leaf.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimap20dhwRSO_4TYz7ipWhtSmtPbBEDqXjD5XxqfzQBnM-pvnZr4wG5Tf2wTGBlmUmMacluhDo7RyZBmn7BIePdmRMWKIG6hOyJdyyz0rkNjCa_8GOZGQeMJKA4KGW-KO03FuBYZzv1EF3JdN_ujYvnrI1Zl61cWd4r8dheeLORs_Nft_z4NOoVZ9I5A/s2048/322189817_2183851901801885_2875204566685112988_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimap20dhwRSO_4TYz7ipWhtSmtPbBEDqXjD5XxqfzQBnM-pvnZr4wG5Tf2wTGBlmUmMacluhDo7RyZBmn7BIePdmRMWKIG6hOyJdyyz0rkNjCa_8GOZGQeMJKA4KGW-KO03FuBYZzv1EF3JdN_ujYvnrI1Zl61cWd4r8dheeLORs_Nft_z4NOoVZ9I5A/s320/322189817_2183851901801885_2875204566685112988_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidHBEN1j2SStAaPr2Mzemr5x-o-Fw5-RHPpCqY2rUtsYyiJWdye-C0KDN3WZDHXYYxth5TziKVe0ze0fYLwLhtjbj4GybNoov9UGWoHkqLBrnUT1NQXGCBDQ8sBgE8qQLtIqQPC2v0sot9VyHVGeDvenVHRp_qNYAjqiOxvR_qmwre-FgEZclICd5swA/s2048/322370329_691270289356684_5875762172838718871_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidHBEN1j2SStAaPr2Mzemr5x-o-Fw5-RHPpCqY2rUtsYyiJWdye-C0KDN3WZDHXYYxth5TziKVe0ze0fYLwLhtjbj4GybNoov9UGWoHkqLBrnUT1NQXGCBDQ8sBgE8qQLtIqQPC2v0sot9VyHVGeDvenVHRp_qNYAjqiOxvR_qmwre-FgEZclICd5swA/s320/322370329_691270289356684_5875762172838718871_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Step 10: When you have the gathered effect you desire, knot and cut the thread.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzc4kEHwsY_X_khhHfkdP_YFZ7Rv1_zuU77ehsikKhaJU_ssFTXCk8j2Y-cyy9ixL7uCNHkmgI1zwuH3TtLCmUXz4gwKQm8Btq8nV2J0aVPvuNRuUV4mP1KNt4oDMmvHiZxWI8kd3xHEJek7Vs2-guY-Vnm69242iCIvr4RV231GZ00IUhI74EN2geRQ/s1804/320702130_2795700300563415_7737716832152390238_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="989" data-original-width="1804" height="175" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzc4kEHwsY_X_khhHfkdP_YFZ7Rv1_zuU77ehsikKhaJU_ssFTXCk8j2Y-cyy9ixL7uCNHkmgI1zwuH3TtLCmUXz4gwKQm8Btq8nV2J0aVPvuNRuUV4mP1KNt4oDMmvHiZxWI8kd3xHEJek7Vs2-guY-Vnm69242iCIvr4RV231GZ00IUhI74EN2geRQ/s320/320702130_2795700300563415_7737716832152390238_n.jpg" width="320" /></a>a</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Step 11: The folded edge of the ungathered corner can be folded to the sewn edge and tacked down with a few stitches. 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A ribbon leaf!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRRjwsV-mG3lVu3-amTaaLPBgA2_2p9hFI63H8oFf3Dd9FhpURLD20q5OIpvuaEq7NpQ7UbW9cYECnXJkO57lE7QPYwXDp5Lf8TlgjDRmg5mhEJRXUrsXC_zYNGZnALSkmrFNEplnR2jyWtp0nyygMlgK89wNf2aIwS0ljLlfFcV0XgAwYPLV4JLlP6A/s2048/322499156_891286268556300_42364159350038020_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRRjwsV-mG3lVu3-amTaaLPBgA2_2p9hFI63H8oFf3Dd9FhpURLD20q5OIpvuaEq7NpQ7UbW9cYECnXJkO57lE7QPYwXDp5Lf8TlgjDRmg5mhEJRXUrsXC_zYNGZnALSkmrFNEplnR2jyWtp0nyygMlgK89wNf2aIwS0ljLlfFcV0XgAwYPLV4JLlP6A/s320/322499156_891286268556300_42364159350038020_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfCHJ1Xfzj9IfAzaE-2OgTGV6AoiN6ZjghQi2VEk_wyjxMkDvoc56BjFWkUE1a8o5XIyusEYO0CuWv1sHiNgr_N8Z1y4X67eW-w05yZRG1wP2v3HKv9fd624MiEwr39OJ2tHrmvubVK-EwAyi4sSznFEUrWPufsf4lTkbxtT-tR1suAiq1VTjSZUpCzw/s2048/322989261_586453663307681_9074669075637299657_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfCHJ1Xfzj9IfAzaE-2OgTGV6AoiN6ZjghQi2VEk_wyjxMkDvoc56BjFWkUE1a8o5XIyusEYO0CuWv1sHiNgr_N8Z1y4X67eW-w05yZRG1wP2v3HKv9fd624MiEwr39OJ2tHrmvubVK-EwAyi4sSznFEUrWPufsf4lTkbxtT-tR1suAiq1VTjSZUpCzw/s320/322989261_586453663307681_9074669075637299657_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Since the wire was left in what is now the outer edge, the leaf can be shaped for your unique flower.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-Y8Ep5ter5tlUikUGCBYMu1ohldiPL1poksVR8XTCFz3DChLCc4NF_m2es6x6kldwS4-jVSUYB7OY4uan6fJ6-eRjBWsLWXwKLi0kUHeUdJO9EQdGRJ6QAAwYCBVN3RuepcZV2hE1eVBAJPVXWWwewqMeNKT16fp0uGhD5D95TK5LtBEzbk2e19b5lA/s2048/321253317_721208826244035_3021847295736098677_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-Y8Ep5ter5tlUikUGCBYMu1ohldiPL1poksVR8XTCFz3DChLCc4NF_m2es6x6kldwS4-jVSUYB7OY4uan6fJ6-eRjBWsLWXwKLi0kUHeUdJO9EQdGRJ6QAAwYCBVN3RuepcZV2hE1eVBAJPVXWWwewqMeNKT16fp0uGhD5D95TK5LtBEzbk2e19b5lA/s320/321253317_721208826244035_3021847295736098677_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0cAsxRcA7wxvbstdq40tT3Dh60XFzfej_DYgBlrmxu8vtpsaeOKQbpAcg6QteGsQ4aw5OVN-ChW-9oazsuMgLlml64gZkKGYpARzXQwtHO1J3jNWS8sWkILMrxgxe4Lzb2F6s6XTKsCrg8dROlS3u-Va4f_2A5eZkEIQSuhOA2USLj3MPR50aqy2Xlw/s2048/323056545_689359349407261_182637907423512315_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0cAsxRcA7wxvbstdq40tT3Dh60XFzfej_DYgBlrmxu8vtpsaeOKQbpAcg6QteGsQ4aw5OVN-ChW-9oazsuMgLlml64gZkKGYpARzXQwtHO1J3jNWS8sWkILMrxgxe4Lzb2F6s6XTKsCrg8dROlS3u-Va4f_2A5eZkEIQSuhOA2USLj3MPR50aqy2Xlw/s320/323056545_689359349407261_182637907423512315_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The technique I just shared is the same technique I used for the red Poinsettia leaves. The green ribbon was a wired taffeta which is always a joy to work with but wired polyester ribbon can create beautiful flowers as well. It's been my choice for the classes I've taught and is an affordable way to learn and experiment. It can be used in costuming from head to toe! As ribbons were manufactured in France in the 11th century and by the 17th and 18th centuries they had become a regular part of the fashion industry, you can enjoy ribbon and ribbon flower embellishments in many vintage, historical and modern garments. I'll be adding some more ribbon flower tutorials to my blog and YouTube channel in the coming year. Any special flowers you want me to create? 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I made five leaves of each size.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgK6Zm6o3B45Q_YM-HbkoSRycsAt7yu2b6_GgUimL2UY7ffKP4cHGbVC3E5ERj6teUgp5ECqjtSYyqAxgWS5WsLqHxPaMIF8MlSZANoDyWrkOmwRW_i4F6fEndam5DOiqIjIoWygysZ643FpdRf-qcZwXSwBpTEUq1orL5bYR2oyMLuPHKXZl6xXb0NFA/s2048/322045534_1247840119281024_5713061794902128996_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgK6Zm6o3B45Q_YM-HbkoSRycsAt7yu2b6_GgUimL2UY7ffKP4cHGbVC3E5ERj6teUgp5ECqjtSYyqAxgWS5WsLqHxPaMIF8MlSZANoDyWrkOmwRW_i4F6fEndam5DOiqIjIoWygysZ643FpdRf-qcZwXSwBpTEUq1orL5bYR2oyMLuPHKXZl6xXb0NFA/s320/322045534_1247840119281024_5713061794902128996_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4qxs0GLFZM53jbbG7fBcd2OXw8XXrHlb1YX_HyJigC2AQzXWT8uL5vLDLgr_9_sFR8RnToMtef609JimJEPr5QjdK-jrUZseL1QfSzfxv2UTbufXrg4CIBoeoK33KETxslGkzmPe1zbR18wBOhlqF-qZMT-9mV_-acNRb5ZpLrtdoy7uejhNv28o3OQ/s2048/322129676_531457552379287_4940217425413107957_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4qxs0GLFZM53jbbG7fBcd2OXw8XXrHlb1YX_HyJigC2AQzXWT8uL5vLDLgr_9_sFR8RnToMtef609JimJEPr5QjdK-jrUZseL1QfSzfxv2UTbufXrg4CIBoeoK33KETxslGkzmPe1zbR18wBOhlqF-qZMT-9mV_-acNRb5ZpLrtdoy7uejhNv28o3OQ/s320/322129676_531457552379287_4940217425413107957_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlerog5dDRC_q6YTGsLwi07OFARXnfiTHW_J_HzfiW9h1Qf_GblQcK80OYBAMTRhskkv7gjI7q5Cn4ewvWrJ3Qy98O3Rr6EAaQV9Mxc5As6NWK4d2E_Hoz3N2dYswZ4rAIL4iUpdNr55gsqn5DbCGR2t2wBlfDJm-kd3HjCcTMIVeLDQXMX0XacPsUnQ/s2048/321060505_3015298972109621_196515546913214633_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlerog5dDRC_q6YTGsLwi07OFARXnfiTHW_J_HzfiW9h1Qf_GblQcK80OYBAMTRhskkv7gjI7q5Cn4ewvWrJ3Qy98O3Rr6EAaQV9Mxc5As6NWK4d2E_Hoz3N2dYswZ4rAIL4iUpdNr55gsqn5DbCGR2t2wBlfDJm-kd3HjCcTMIVeLDQXMX0XacPsUnQ/s320/321060505_3015298972109621_196515546913214633_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The poly ribbon needed some taming which worked with an iron at the correct temperature.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiC65fm5WQ12-V1mWF8kUQeZ6TvWvk-XC4hgxFJ16RBUXuyNlghKYFqURybFtsVxpl-pQUZXaaudEW1ZC6314alwcZTgINNkTxfLZYJbjoToJIdB0OncoNnw7tnCclnyMEVZkfs96KOrjGn2M8IfsW4xjYvBBbZ5TDy2P9wPBAo_1srF6q16K_-fRQJwA/s2048/321645674_905451990469620_8218199312662131475_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiC65fm5WQ12-V1mWF8kUQeZ6TvWvk-XC4hgxFJ16RBUXuyNlghKYFqURybFtsVxpl-pQUZXaaudEW1ZC6314alwcZTgINNkTxfLZYJbjoToJIdB0OncoNnw7tnCclnyMEVZkfs96KOrjGn2M8IfsW4xjYvBBbZ5TDy2P9wPBAo_1srF6q16K_-fRQJwA/s320/321645674_905451990469620_8218199312662131475_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi26uW6fGvgh7heQHIlZ74PHBg37P13pa84bVu1jC9RHIutoeIiQ8k9NjCzICiJRfvIjPbcxOi6kDl_18ea5tRjrJMExs8_KBvYKrXdDS0Q_k67QYsgox5z9BlH_LEF4OIorvnlybzNMR5PV-j1wXDKheSsYCdw-6xAvzWnx5LIiOdLXAhqIxpbJj6XNw/s2048/320889556_8419070374830312_1621816684498890312_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi26uW6fGvgh7heQHIlZ74PHBg37P13pa84bVu1jC9RHIutoeIiQ8k9NjCzICiJRfvIjPbcxOi6kDl_18ea5tRjrJMExs8_KBvYKrXdDS0Q_k67QYsgox5z9BlH_LEF4OIorvnlybzNMR5PV-j1wXDKheSsYCdw-6xAvzWnx5LIiOdLXAhqIxpbJj6XNw/s320/320889556_8419070374830312_1621816684498890312_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Everything is ready to create the sash Poinsettia embellishment. The silver metallic ribbon is arranged to mimic the belt embellishment on Holiday Barbie. Two green leaves are arranged. The red leaves are arranged and all the proportions adjusted. The layers are all sewn to a circle of buckram. 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So I started with my dotted veiling and Vogue 6410 pattern available in pdf format on Etsy.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivGhf_JLtBfaN3O5-mdAQvMXo3BA0APU9on4SkrgFlgIe4D-eiadFITZ2Vbio9AQku8BgQsX1Z4sLWyHjQ9IBWt7_eS3KFp-2S4FnGzioxngtf4KeZ0s6kGIQCQoMhNgPc4QH8cqjs0Z8v55A5icAZqTuq1AyX9udIEj3AwTH1Hn490FZbtz2xMp5u-A/s2048/321330028_1185106282382379_5459464138559055139_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivGhf_JLtBfaN3O5-mdAQvMXo3BA0APU9on4SkrgFlgIe4D-eiadFITZ2Vbio9AQku8BgQsX1Z4sLWyHjQ9IBWt7_eS3KFp-2S4FnGzioxngtf4KeZ0s6kGIQCQoMhNgPc4QH8cqjs0Z8v55A5icAZqTuq1AyX9udIEj3AwTH1Hn490FZbtz2xMp5u-A/s320/321330028_1185106282382379_5459464138559055139_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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The bows are cut from the black satin.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDh6l2nS-7Dpj5VVObdMmwUkDH1pcDvSh5xLKN8CoxC1c8q6jXevEddmqs5BwA8RW_dylJ0w9V1p9R386lCpKkQcH0ykg41Vmiz2n1NQUmQ_8fGXGwpzUNzOMOfguOKgEuV9-Slkm-M64C0Or7lGuVLw5qqIU76tuLkz_UGB0Ammmebf-QSG2XH7EuOA/s867/323328797_907585623595272_2331705789299156729_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="538" data-original-width="867" height="199" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDh6l2nS-7Dpj5VVObdMmwUkDH1pcDvSh5xLKN8CoxC1c8q6jXevEddmqs5BwA8RW_dylJ0w9V1p9R386lCpKkQcH0ykg41Vmiz2n1NQUmQ_8fGXGwpzUNzOMOfguOKgEuV9-Slkm-M64C0Or7lGuVLw5qqIU76tuLkz_UGB0Ammmebf-QSG2XH7EuOA/s320/323328797_907585623595272_2331705789299156729_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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And my red wig is a nice backdrop to the dotted veiling.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuPn1vLflCIbx19L8vSTZ0_l6HipaGGRJIc18R-BrOX4BZoHrhnwecTTj8IwKzZ2k0FrqizQ0CB--NQiMItSfSxDar1oNEffbbqgbtXnmzbmsLPNptbMUePukCXdZ8wLG0I7HgkIc9vJxL9AfCy2diuLvsd2mRyeBX8OiJgXrZZPLz_2x16bKUWzsKfQ/s2048/323419370_470752945264141_2596891864159826279_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuPn1vLflCIbx19L8vSTZ0_l6HipaGGRJIc18R-BrOX4BZoHrhnwecTTj8IwKzZ2k0FrqizQ0CB--NQiMItSfSxDar1oNEffbbqgbtXnmzbmsLPNptbMUePukCXdZ8wLG0I7HgkIc9vJxL9AfCy2diuLvsd2mRyeBX8OiJgXrZZPLz_2x16bKUWzsKfQ/s320/323419370_470752945264141_2596891864159826279_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The ribbon Poinsettia is a bit larger than Holiday Barbie wears but as I was limited to available red ribbon, I'm calling this a win!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9I34PlN8nnfu6r7O0xsvUg-aPUWTaf59qujDTZgskYug2zrBZz8wN8d5VhkBQjliiRlq353bkIXj2Ww4RDl2G0K1-hfY9A85nRXPwcR32NSJaa8LtPSQUL8pO2ZAqrPTN4Kd82Dg9Vl-72o3ng7o1FQ8T9AUvZQ9L68pmeNaSuCnQp7L_iCey8-yH7A/s2048/323460921_728909255301308_5496168418034890970_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9I34PlN8nnfu6r7O0xsvUg-aPUWTaf59qujDTZgskYug2zrBZz8wN8d5VhkBQjliiRlq353bkIXj2Ww4RDl2G0K1-hfY9A85nRXPwcR32NSJaa8LtPSQUL8pO2ZAqrPTN4Kd82Dg9Vl-72o3ng7o1FQ8T9AUvZQ9L68pmeNaSuCnQp7L_iCey8-yH7A/s320/323460921_728909255301308_5496168418034890970_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: red;"><b>The Sash</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: red;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The bit of red satin fabric remaining limited me to a single rectangular strip. Not on the bias or cut on a curve would mean some adjustments but I went ahead and cut the fabric and a black satin backing.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJviDwQwn6SgpVZa6jGLlcQHI2Xj8m2m5GxYYFCE4yMT2sNYxJAw_M3Xd5PodRCcQav96hQ_e98DAj8xwoJNPFlu5rypNWRH_TBlM6LiLmrJ8QKk5i804nTaTNlQuTrVSkyOfzjpaMEJMxLJh2F3a1ONQywpTovmOuW366wSTiJjrF5FtMHPiYDLCccQ/s2048/323410486_1609225609499877_2311001580971713369_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJviDwQwn6SgpVZa6jGLlcQHI2Xj8m2m5GxYYFCE4yMT2sNYxJAw_M3Xd5PodRCcQav96hQ_e98DAj8xwoJNPFlu5rypNWRH_TBlM6LiLmrJ8QKk5i804nTaTNlQuTrVSkyOfzjpaMEJMxLJh2F3a1ONQywpTovmOuW366wSTiJjrF5FtMHPiYDLCccQ/s320/323410486_1609225609499877_2311001580971713369_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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That completes the Holiday Barbie life-sized recreation.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIu-bo9G9NplSdJk28Or348PtdrGkrzqUrQ6b1oF3x9oKR1OfZeAiEy4G5iB0sH8e2OGqWXIjLFMsy2JFk71TspszP_UBSpoTVqojg6JFFv-oIA8mYMhoqhjej5HNrinF2StKWX8UZV7z8JZ1UROnAP1ap6pc4O-nvEwtpyfhbjWnQYEqd6qxOlwYuFA/s2039/321554740_965632604409543_7007190531248370402_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2039" data-original-width="1833" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIu-bo9G9NplSdJk28Or348PtdrGkrzqUrQ6b1oF3x9oKR1OfZeAiEy4G5iB0sH8e2OGqWXIjLFMsy2JFk71TspszP_UBSpoTVqojg6JFFv-oIA8mYMhoqhjej5HNrinF2StKWX8UZV7z8JZ1UROnAP1ap6pc4O-nvEwtpyfhbjWnQYEqd6qxOlwYuFA/s320/321554740_965632604409543_7007190531248370402_n.jpg" width="288" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSaHxIlA14nPsYlACpGntcHy_m8vVdP4-ERqLc9_EryLHAPHJnNAIaUunoVZNbGStmpva_f8xZhL0ydlm-o_Qm8-azjD4A-od8pclFFp8p5kLAK29fW1jRnnIa_RceYSa5naPv4aBEmzW67JiCVDkOU1k8mJuz51ItUfB6EXblYJNBMD5rMyDp9RfRbQ/s2048/330021289_1427755244671606_5464572133498625046_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSaHxIlA14nPsYlACpGntcHy_m8vVdP4-ERqLc9_EryLHAPHJnNAIaUunoVZNbGStmpva_f8xZhL0ydlm-o_Qm8-azjD4A-od8pclFFp8p5kLAK29fW1jRnnIa_RceYSa5naPv4aBEmzW67JiCVDkOU1k8mJuz51ItUfB6EXblYJNBMD5rMyDp9RfRbQ/s320/330021289_1427755244671606_5464572133498625046_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbAl6_n-fxNVQ1qNLtyxPcy3iRF3DeVWuSs2F1B9sVEGCshQDYQhuDoznl-Tcrgc9xXoqW5jSvTGRNVg90u-YIuph0nioCkdv67YihqhioPVEdI-NpBSxHAqhMPFQAx2gEYOzOzdNOtSsIZIJ9p9AmKbsUuxM6d4KAJfnKBW-EI5lUKN7Te8WxySJhIg/s2048/328719981_500045488870846_7182693590143316674_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbAl6_n-fxNVQ1qNLtyxPcy3iRF3DeVWuSs2F1B9sVEGCshQDYQhuDoznl-Tcrgc9xXoqW5jSvTGRNVg90u-YIuph0nioCkdv67YihqhioPVEdI-NpBSxHAqhMPFQAx2gEYOzOzdNOtSsIZIJ9p9AmKbsUuxM6d4KAJfnKBW-EI5lUKN7Te8WxySJhIg/s320/328719981_500045488870846_7182693590143316674_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAplhRC089CIEAFWWtg1y59_y7CEKopoCtuBzsoV8iG9x5urjYQ_3mD6HeGYA3YBz1WE5aHPM6vbCmGROxMlO-ognMxIpFVOp0uCS0VsCCoXjl9dwOO-AaULshYhvRv31NmIXV3TkrfM9ugl2atPU2CaMqaBnG5u7BYpO9y2IFsargxAojI90YnlY4Iw/s2048/328666570_3357607804569990_1965603033474950892_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAplhRC089CIEAFWWtg1y59_y7CEKopoCtuBzsoV8iG9x5urjYQ_3mD6HeGYA3YBz1WE5aHPM6vbCmGROxMlO-ognMxIpFVOp0uCS0VsCCoXjl9dwOO-AaULshYhvRv31NmIXV3TkrfM9ugl2atPU2CaMqaBnG5u7BYpO9y2IFsargxAojI90YnlY4Iw/s320/328666570_3357607804569990_1965603033474950892_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: red;"><b>The Dotted Swiss Point d'Esprit Jacket</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: red;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">To extend the wearability of the gown, I made a second bolero jacket from the dotted veiling. The sleeves, back, and fronts are cut and pinned on the dressform to ensure I like this option.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmiKtwB8v1q72LfZ5lDSl3qB775n0gm_0hu1sYh_MRp-DB-EEIAlVTw6w0OQ5LebnrGW3EkNBS3r_yT_Act1aaNPJv_PNYnz5js5prf0A-1xZC7uq_oLzSomImk26dbfnWpTuGR0vKKWiZmwfOLC2hTIQf2yvocIl2LoBYr-CVNvJQVVRv1IBeffewHA/s2048/327701319_939518317062438_8482274288963840836_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmiKtwB8v1q72LfZ5lDSl3qB775n0gm_0hu1sYh_MRp-DB-EEIAlVTw6w0OQ5LebnrGW3EkNBS3r_yT_Act1aaNPJv_PNYnz5js5prf0A-1xZC7uq_oLzSomImk26dbfnWpTuGR0vKKWiZmwfOLC2hTIQf2yvocIl2LoBYr-CVNvJQVVRv1IBeffewHA/s320/327701319_939518317062438_8482274288963840836_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;"><span style="color: red;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The story goes that the great singer Billy Holiday was fixing her hair for a performance and her curling iron was a bit too hot and scorched her hair. A Gardenia garland covered the accident and Billy Holiday was from then on noted for the Gardenia in her hair.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3sE1E0Q_7hYNxR3S4WwILJp5vOXI7TMMEVi6W8-NkA2tB0S75wKXyVkx0ZTs0YXduru_bDo5PFF5y-SWnoao0t8yT-aggxkO6psapPAKTGm1h2C9_8dLkgeF-IwDXfaAn5hK1sldFwV02RO7gjQVocU4ICZrScL2ElmKtJXYbb2odlLjepxGJabOK6A/s499/BillyHoliday.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="499" data-original-width="474" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3sE1E0Q_7hYNxR3S4WwILJp5vOXI7TMMEVi6W8-NkA2tB0S75wKXyVkx0ZTs0YXduru_bDo5PFF5y-SWnoao0t8yT-aggxkO6psapPAKTGm1h2C9_8dLkgeF-IwDXfaAn5hK1sldFwV02RO7gjQVocU4ICZrScL2ElmKtJXYbb2odlLjepxGJabOK6A/s320/BillyHoliday.jpg" width="304" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">So it seemed a natural transition for this gown from a Holiday Barbie to a Billy Holiday with a Gardenia replacing the Poinsettia. I have just enough white wired ribbon and while I won't show the full tutorial here, I will make one for a future sharing.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhji-EZCzL03eM8spa8c1kGysbX2KGt-tWeZe5wkb5sCTXHUBeEn9_FGYJYjgHqC1hyO57y7aHJDrOU5y3z9SFEEKn8SUwTIhT6UFAVWWiz5J537HXPRv0nmzFZlJk6TeapNpmacGu7hchOqIRtDG3rbJiHgV6CWCM1KGQAX9_AZ2Vgt4KMHdnkCfcPfg/s2048/327900072_885901782613682_2786762042448631077_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhji-EZCzL03eM8spa8c1kGysbX2KGt-tWeZe5wkb5sCTXHUBeEn9_FGYJYjgHqC1hyO57y7aHJDrOU5y3z9SFEEKn8SUwTIhT6UFAVWWiz5J537HXPRv0nmzFZlJk6TeapNpmacGu7hchOqIRtDG3rbJiHgV6CWCM1KGQAX9_AZ2Vgt4KMHdnkCfcPfg/s320/327900072_885901782613682_2786762042448631077_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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A Billy Holiday Gardenia for the all-season version of the Holiday Barbie gown.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjws6j-JVT8oOisvlbg83HVilhUmnOn-IS-B5S2_fo70MVHg5FrxZOml8v-FzhNkoiAJ0jpU6fLruqn21OL2CZFf9ORvdUi7CjVKNmgfq8ao73hNxwhmLM0Si1ixKVfuzDXO9FxG6iv_qmptGmnMhHTv6IImCIMtpnxSxtiGnqwKx_0qlFsGQB7CJiUfw/s2048/325604326_1242564499692561_7567242197035721394_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjws6j-JVT8oOisvlbg83HVilhUmnOn-IS-B5S2_fo70MVHg5FrxZOml8v-FzhNkoiAJ0jpU6fLruqn21OL2CZFf9ORvdUi7CjVKNmgfq8ao73hNxwhmLM0Si1ixKVfuzDXO9FxG6iv_qmptGmnMhHTv6IImCIMtpnxSxtiGnqwKx_0qlFsGQB7CJiUfw/s320/325604326_1242564499692561_7567242197035721394_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: red;"><b>Mrs. Knox's Holiday Dainties</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I love having a treat to celebrate completing a project! So before I share photos/video of wearing the Holiday Gowns, it's time to whip up a sweet something perfect for the 1930s.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEv9she9cPgay65sDB-hpisrePteobuAR3Vg3UtnBCMCdu9bYV1k53CrwdZCOW9vYt20b-N3ufStdSOL6twbhChMLoYQdzyBDNpoyvKe7_SWgqjz1c_Rxup7cTKhV9n5ol93jvdAZWtaBog1-EBUdBkv8kfhivIqdHMrDRx639y28o9eMQPDnJU_eX_w/s2048/329743835_1216226332666074_1708837909939578640_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEv9she9cPgay65sDB-hpisrePteobuAR3Vg3UtnBCMCdu9bYV1k53CrwdZCOW9vYt20b-N3ufStdSOL6twbhChMLoYQdzyBDNpoyvKe7_SWgqjz1c_Rxup7cTKhV9n5ol93jvdAZWtaBog1-EBUdBkv8kfhivIqdHMrDRx639y28o9eMQPDnJU_eX_w/s320/329743835_1216226332666074_1708837909939578640_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Since I began this blog and video with a story about Ruth Handler, an influential businesswoman in the Mattel Corporation, it only seems right I should share another story of another amazing businesswoman.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In 1890 Rose Knox started the Knox Gelatine Company with her husband, Charles, in Johnstown, New York. Charles died unexpectedly in 1908 and Rose took over as President and CEO. She changed the marketing plan for Knox Gelatin (now with a revised spelling) emphasizing the product's low cost and high nutritional value of almost 100 percent protein.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMwgfi4dJ2rHPFAWMH0Zfvae6t9wi4PZ_zcgwL_RmV5l6_X5RYzRDMyrscQXRoCJ2XKeWIrBOQbj0MFV9bLepnZJO7SkgDt_TwiqEgWgdhC7UhUI70fmJoOiUx9BivpzI9NkQ-Tq19iER5Ns8hGFQmPUOgXwJSG1SvdvjWFRN3Os6QmFminkbPmO_kJg/s426/Knox-gelatin-bldg-3-1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="250" data-original-width="426" height="188" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMwgfi4dJ2rHPFAWMH0Zfvae6t9wi4PZ_zcgwL_RmV5l6_X5RYzRDMyrscQXRoCJ2XKeWIrBOQbj0MFV9bLepnZJO7SkgDt_TwiqEgWgdhC7UhUI70fmJoOiUx9BivpzI9NkQ-Tq19iER5Ns8hGFQmPUOgXwJSG1SvdvjWFRN3Os6QmFminkbPmO_kJg/s320/Knox-gelatin-bldg-3-1.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRCxlu5Se1F1oUu7tOpMllE4wwtvPNQJw3Cl9SBS5WpVAnrl5qmPaGLnlhaBPCFZFjaKbDqaQTEbixXUEeuuGMnwbBXwt3eBKXLXuJFcdGzJjcncawr_y00WaTplNNdsdpnhNGguqTIBtsyTIN2WpxUIDn-PV44OkT1qsyDGhl5MPVtH78NcoMLR1aww/s400/rose-hat-2-400x400.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="400" data-original-width="400" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRCxlu5Se1F1oUu7tOpMllE4wwtvPNQJw3Cl9SBS5WpVAnrl5qmPaGLnlhaBPCFZFjaKbDqaQTEbixXUEeuuGMnwbBXwt3eBKXLXuJFcdGzJjcncawr_y00WaTplNNdsdpnhNGguqTIBtsyTIN2WpxUIDn-PV44OkT1qsyDGhl5MPVtH78NcoMLR1aww/s320/rose-hat-2-400x400.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Rose was an exceptional champion for her employees. In 1913 she instituted the five-day work week, two weeks of paid vacation for all staff members, and sick leave - all unheard of benefits at the time.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">To expand her market, Rose created recipes using her ingredients and promoted those recipes in newspapers, recipe books, and in pamphlets given away in grocery stores. In this recipe book available for you to view on archive.org is a recipe in the Candies Section for French Dainties. A very simple and very delicious square of sugared and flavored gelatin candy.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOnsI8fYQBPQ09Ichjs6kIbUh4DlVRN2CRDv858mKedETXLaAAD2KLclmtPbWKdEKkt3lRXDF1CumkYNHR1FnUOGq1D7Vy0p1lQ59k0uv3uLQNx7z5l4a5ptaU2KcNHhPWtUFa2bDld24TpncGA-_45G1-NJ2MfMEJSJZfapMYYmpjuF6nMkTf8_bn8Q/s750/jpg-cover.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="714" data-original-width="750" height="305" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOnsI8fYQBPQ09Ichjs6kIbUh4DlVRN2CRDv858mKedETXLaAAD2KLclmtPbWKdEKkt3lRXDF1CumkYNHR1FnUOGq1D7Vy0p1lQ59k0uv3uLQNx7z5l4a5ptaU2KcNHhPWtUFa2bDld24TpncGA-_45G1-NJ2MfMEJSJZfapMYYmpjuF6nMkTf8_bn8Q/s320/jpg-cover.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This link will take you to Rose's history and a link to the Dainty Desserts for Dainty People book.</div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">https://americacomesalive.com/rose-knox-foremost-woman-industrialist-of-her-day/</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The treat to celebrate the completion of the vintage Holiday Barbie will be Mrs. Knox's Holiday Dainties which would have been popular as an inexpensive and nutritious treat during the 1930s.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIXhhtye_-0wZHo7uZbh-T46e6n0goizHOkCEMhd_3ZiEQggaqiFprxGvkEg5ggWzANDJUU38VC9TLKvO36sy5kUygUXtAp-D6j862hLbCKl_Pfqc0NhwKzsdXgwalf6QvgYeP5qbWpFAhtSLy2C3GKO3Vs8c4R_f0_IG1k4nQxb22du2zJ5vBP4wupw/s1707/318618744_913648249628491_7234040589540956571_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1707" data-original-width="977" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIXhhtye_-0wZHo7uZbh-T46e6n0goizHOkCEMhd_3ZiEQggaqiFprxGvkEg5ggWzANDJUU38VC9TLKvO36sy5kUygUXtAp-D6j862hLbCKl_Pfqc0NhwKzsdXgwalf6QvgYeP5qbWpFAhtSLy2C3GKO3Vs8c4R_f0_IG1k4nQxb22du2zJ5vBP4wupw/s320/318618744_913648249628491_7234040589540956571_n.jpg" width="183" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Ingredients:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">4 envelopes Knox Gelatine (Gelatin)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1 cup cold water</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">4 cups sugar</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1/4 teaspoonful salt</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1-1/2 cups boiling water</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">1 teaspoonful cinnamon extract</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Red and green coloring (liquid or paste)</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeIIB-GUQPlQ5ud93fXyLLMBnmUE5PMAMBT1X5lqSlKzuBaMXJWftPqAVAhbNbYIJxCZtjsPNVHolFlpsooFNotXUyio80DElQ_oHKikDQb_GOdP75YF4BykDE-e50OlDSmJu99QDIkM7Fu2VdrLfs0nCfvylks0qN_cMGvLMBPswtn8-5_w4KEcGf_g/s2048/329641857_584358326531869_7645421742962265334_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeIIB-GUQPlQ5ud93fXyLLMBnmUE5PMAMBT1X5lqSlKzuBaMXJWftPqAVAhbNbYIJxCZtjsPNVHolFlpsooFNotXUyio80DElQ_oHKikDQb_GOdP75YF4BykDE-e50OlDSmJu99QDIkM7Fu2VdrLfs0nCfvylks0qN_cMGvLMBPswtn8-5_w4KEcGf_g/s320/329641857_584358326531869_7645421742962265334_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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This could have been left uncolored.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEdMc3PJSbfJGFGme-9FPqC1xWvRA7Qe4-28kO3DloA0A5_irDkq_zE1xQFOXmCmerNvvYP39_fMEau-84RjvU64HbaWi1ekuo1lmGNS6tulZ2QOmVwwgypTsnOdB6isJNdeaW7SZnfVZa2dalhdFqTBi04ISthb4fUEguez55yOXqp2MCG7kXFgdF2A/s2048/329016008_1129654674366186_6630689150428083642_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEdMc3PJSbfJGFGme-9FPqC1xWvRA7Qe4-28kO3DloA0A5_irDkq_zE1xQFOXmCmerNvvYP39_fMEau-84RjvU64HbaWi1ekuo1lmGNS6tulZ2QOmVwwgypTsnOdB6isJNdeaW7SZnfVZa2dalhdFqTBi04ISthb4fUEguez55yOXqp2MCG7kXFgdF2A/s320/329016008_1129654674366186_6630689150428083642_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Water is brought to a boil, measured into 1-1/2 cups, and then the sugar and salt added and brought back to a boil.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYxm3jliQpiLjQtzUN2o8Jt_ixSmp62C9sI7eDE7OtJvZ-8v1I7aBYgaxjcl2cR3eUD4UlS21F-p5B4yh30sZofjynowL_0echLI3lihlarXAqV2SNc4XjtAxhiRpmXiJPm0wXzc8qB0TA6bzNVebn-SbrMaQa3mr6Ts9miG_sg6qKReSLNGdu70E7QA/s2048/328521519_1313410496108844_8654470840257694391_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYxm3jliQpiLjQtzUN2o8Jt_ixSmp62C9sI7eDE7OtJvZ-8v1I7aBYgaxjcl2cR3eUD4UlS21F-p5B4yh30sZofjynowL_0echLI3lihlarXAqV2SNc4XjtAxhiRpmXiJPm0wXzc8qB0TA6bzNVebn-SbrMaQa3mr6Ts9miG_sg6qKReSLNGdu70E7QA/s320/328521519_1313410496108844_8654470840257694391_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The gelatine is softened in 1 cup of cold water.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDOLmtPS3n6U63fOTEsJffwzeFA8ZM5czzjeKSgFWEAm3NjrOME1QkxLlK0KBCWP99VmvDAMxTae20NPDxo-kOjMsEQj4zhs_QLzZDRwQHNNq51zrB7e9ILBE5JAWIJNeya6uKHMfskqG9-pDZZwNrHq5GsaKCxEhAWXv2yxMmcgp6UEjVB8pvCno7RA/s2048/329942262_553235630175103_2525117146460084798_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDOLmtPS3n6U63fOTEsJffwzeFA8ZM5czzjeKSgFWEAm3NjrOME1QkxLlK0KBCWP99VmvDAMxTae20NPDxo-kOjMsEQj4zhs_QLzZDRwQHNNq51zrB7e9ILBE5JAWIJNeya6uKHMfskqG9-pDZZwNrHq5GsaKCxEhAWXv2yxMmcgp6UEjVB8pvCno7RA/s320/329942262_553235630175103_2525117146460084798_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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They're beautiful and heavenly! They just melt in your mouth! 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-T0CPkR1X7AAM_rR1SXWyyNdamlaRuybg4KEI2kvIqhKLq55AY97taUzxrTHd1xIdADJl1Umnd69tr5n87hTzWJF7X_eEef0z_v4gMXc8SzNGw6CQoAEHUm_0ScUDpdMy8yn5nqJ7drcrFd4wFc7tyD2gnSQKTRIMWUsuM4hCDB2DVCT8E1xopQ48Bg/s1280/Native%20American%20Heritage%20Month%20-%202022.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-T0CPkR1X7AAM_rR1SXWyyNdamlaRuybg4KEI2kvIqhKLq55AY97taUzxrTHd1xIdADJl1Umnd69tr5n87hTzWJF7X_eEef0z_v4gMXc8SzNGw6CQoAEHUm_0ScUDpdMy8yn5nqJ7drcrFd4wFc7tyD2gnSQKTRIMWUsuM4hCDB2DVCT8E1xopQ48Bg/s320/Native%20American%20Heritage%20Month%20-%202022.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Companion YouTube Video: <a href="https://youtu.be/CKVgMmdvKus" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/CKVgMmdvKus</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">November 2021 was proclaimed National Native American Heritage Month by President Joseph R. Biden. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO_lb3LXMUf4wV1yRX5ZPxCkcL7i9sg_5t3J4MaVP4UGw_oGJNJBCtIdjtPYoFcLimrna9O-jWjzsq2PTgyhdsm_G6Tk6F266rJfv5zM-WOd9X07gy6U6ZZyNraD8i4mhro9c-2xxIDpkFKp_A8B9vDSg17nDbgg9gmEO06Fd2PnPmFNcNwYa3r5M3Ug/s948/253479927_10227989110210006_2400476880988126744_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="948" data-original-width="635" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO_lb3LXMUf4wV1yRX5ZPxCkcL7i9sg_5t3J4MaVP4UGw_oGJNJBCtIdjtPYoFcLimrna9O-jWjzsq2PTgyhdsm_G6Tk6F266rJfv5zM-WOd9X07gy6U6ZZyNraD8i4mhro9c-2xxIDpkFKp_A8B9vDSg17nDbgg9gmEO06Fd2PnPmFNcNwYa3r5M3Ug/s320/253479927_10227989110210006_2400476880988126744_n.jpg" width="214" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In a blog post and video that same year I shared with you my Native American ancestry including a bit of history of the my ancestral tribe, the Lac Courte Oreilles Band of Lake Superior Ojibwe near Hayward, Wisconsin.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXDJDAbaV7Mn7O9lzyD9WrzkojyXdLcf6EEc_2xrNK5lnXRU7LXAEZqYHIe6-KwwCui3YiHG2B05eeyXUU3yGJZAhwj7COJtDE4HXMH2cN1LVygove1lYpxWOJbYMoOSNewlxw3q3sWdIcpf_zOcsM1oeZEAcVDHn6KyjeopGJ0TQD6I2mfaotvDI5PA/s1280/Tan%20and%20Grey%20Minimalism%20DIY%20Influencer%20YouTube%20Thumbnail%20Set%20(1).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXDJDAbaV7Mn7O9lzyD9WrzkojyXdLcf6EEc_2xrNK5lnXRU7LXAEZqYHIe6-KwwCui3YiHG2B05eeyXUU3yGJZAhwj7COJtDE4HXMH2cN1LVygove1lYpxWOJbYMoOSNewlxw3q3sWdIcpf_zOcsM1oeZEAcVDHn6KyjeopGJ0TQD6I2mfaotvDI5PA/s320/Tan%20and%20Grey%20Minimalism%20DIY%20Influencer%20YouTube%20Thumbnail%20Set%20(1).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Blog Post: <a href="https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2021/11/native-american-heritage-month-ancestry.html" target="_blank">https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2021/11/native-american-heritage-month-ancestry.html</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Video: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Pwyq4TSELM&t=4s" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Pwyq4TSELM&t=4s</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkWrp0z85k-ek1mP2ubbLmG00okqvrejf-AfuA82lXMcGCPNqQHPUfH6hy9yWviSraJ0WydAdT0DlLNKU9tExJvPXzJY09o5i65J_xXGbsX-T7sf14lpqIgcki6Bp7mBg8kq5yr5dCqx4Gnq2RiErjuTvR5avE4Wqos88trd8Mp7_3YKk-7ce-85ca2A/s1372/254942037_10227988999767245_4372044053860898563_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Believing that a wonderful way to exchange cultures is through sharing food, I made Strawberry and Cherry Wild Rice Tarts served with Ojibwa Tea.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhD7bWzpyOPlqCp21tzX80bIjwdGrTvVXGEs4YWEnhBCWGx09X0kNQGzn58NDsqpGm8cllIXDh99CYdzEKVgYqVM4ACuhihw17z-Foi0epaIW3eno5bIthwy8p125UM9M6sXYZ4gn-otjRMDccPlferO7KvY4biFVcOJldLQyOGfZJ_0QJgGRRpN0GOOQ/s640/245579254_10227821016407766_5785856717894117434_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhD7bWzpyOPlqCp21tzX80bIjwdGrTvVXGEs4YWEnhBCWGx09X0kNQGzn58NDsqpGm8cllIXDh99CYdzEKVgYqVM4ACuhihw17z-Foi0epaIW3eno5bIthwy8p125UM9M6sXYZ4gn-otjRMDccPlferO7KvY4biFVcOJldLQyOGfZJ_0QJgGRRpN0GOOQ/s320/245579254_10227821016407766_5785856717894117434_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This year I would like to share with you the beginning of my journey into what I believe is another wonderful way to share cultures - art. Although Native American culture is rich with many art forms, I have chosen beadcraft.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2q6IpL9U4cq38i5FcQwq0gCtQTkWL2xFpE_KSSfT4rA6H1K-HlC3Wt6ipZoqtEclOoRwFKJAlQFGhkpbq82bMRjH88OOsEOXMhv5NMXyvjbSJW0r3tUvLhyxEONjattEOvvLbcyWdpauh7s0gbruYwMsJQOmBZ7fmdKNIty0tEuhs5-UinLdWIj9oLw/s2048/JessicaGokey2014.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2q6IpL9U4cq38i5FcQwq0gCtQTkWL2xFpE_KSSfT4rA6H1K-HlC3Wt6ipZoqtEclOoRwFKJAlQFGhkpbq82bMRjH88OOsEOXMhv5NMXyvjbSJW0r3tUvLhyxEONjattEOvvLbcyWdpauh7s0gbruYwMsJQOmBZ7fmdKNIty0tEuhs5-UinLdWIj9oLw/s320/JessicaGokey2014.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Beadcraft has a long history in Native American culture and characteristic designs often differentiate the beadwork of one tribe from another. The Ojibwe tribe beadwork is characterized by florals and other items native to the surroundings.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnBPTIX4CYXmYBMB_WkbF1xzg7gmANCLSwMnNo6DtfiMWLVm-aZ7b4V1zEVJMZrshq1hisOgwb_WJe28vz1bL2rfttuWQgaCajF_yxJYisxjGKWYoXZ6_lPB49NR1sSajUrudPo1cBJSsyzGg-ZF-AP_-GFTSYKfLnePB8oG79X-fc4DlzH3FWcT5_Hg/s960/317586226_10230491063837283_3522612006634265861_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnBPTIX4CYXmYBMB_WkbF1xzg7gmANCLSwMnNo6DtfiMWLVm-aZ7b4V1zEVJMZrshq1hisOgwb_WJe28vz1bL2rfttuWQgaCajF_yxJYisxjGKWYoXZ6_lPB49NR1sSajUrudPo1cBJSsyzGg-ZF-AP_-GFTSYKfLnePB8oG79X-fc4DlzH3FWcT5_Hg/s320/317586226_10230491063837283_3522612006634265861_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Jessica Leigh Gokey is a Master Beadwork Artist. I'll share a link to her website.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.jessicaleighgokey.com/#/" target="_blank">https://www.jessicaleighgokey.com/#/</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">She is a member of the tribe of my ancestors, the Lac Courte Oreilles Band of Lake Superior Ojibwe. Jessica says "It is through my beadwork that I keep Ojibwe traditions alive by incorporating Ojibwe floral patterns. I strongly believe that sharing my knowledge of traditional Ojibwe beadwork helps to preserve a traditional art form for future generations."</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Among numerous awards and recognition Jessica has recently had her art "A Dance with Florals" (which you can see on her website) chosen to be on exhibit in the US Embassy to the Holy See (The Vatican) in Rome, Italy as part of the Art in Embassies Program. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1E2tRY5iw1i6WE-lmHXaWjOKkXPvKXlMn9lmRc3ZO3J7MkXP84lmPHQ6uM73-pLwkpTPcyVaTojLKKZaZkCxynrr4FsHIlLFqn30JP8lxvUjQwXJZ08CTtQBtXMY5ld1JbFySf8rhr9OqHNI2lxX8AoNsftS_YRtoUQlUgHDaS36amfdPKAJa7netNQ/s961/314937956_10230388061622292_1154227365853598418_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="961" data-original-width="961" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1E2tRY5iw1i6WE-lmHXaWjOKkXPvKXlMn9lmRc3ZO3J7MkXP84lmPHQ6uM73-pLwkpTPcyVaTojLKKZaZkCxynrr4FsHIlLFqn30JP8lxvUjQwXJZ08CTtQBtXMY5ld1JbFySf8rhr9OqHNI2lxX8AoNsftS_YRtoUQlUgHDaS36amfdPKAJa7netNQ/s320/314937956_10230388061622292_1154227365853598418_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I decided to begin my journey into Ojibwe beadwork in an online class taught by Jessica. Sadly the web hosting company closed before I could complete my study. But Jessica had also published an online book which I purchased and studied.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4nfRrKn9C10sMuFYKh6RG4pIDiFFNRvqafOW_a2mJfHihxlB45I_EVz2aqeoRcLR2PYMnSQSH6Rqx6dJgX6r5Q7yXZ1LqtaJmvVJu4OQmXXPYFcS7u_i9Y-mwYbrGrKhnykidQSGzMMQ65sWOzfX6M6d29hLzoMNOc6QTeMna4J4fJx3YZZVCyGsYag/s2048/315119687_10230387960939775_7524997879296307088_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4nfRrKn9C10sMuFYKh6RG4pIDiFFNRvqafOW_a2mJfHihxlB45I_EVz2aqeoRcLR2PYMnSQSH6Rqx6dJgX6r5Q7yXZ1LqtaJmvVJu4OQmXXPYFcS7u_i9Y-mwYbrGrKhnykidQSGzMMQ65sWOzfX6M6d29hLzoMNOc6QTeMna4J4fJx3YZZVCyGsYag/s320/315119687_10230387960939775_7524997879296307088_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I also found a book by Pamela Stanley-Miller with bead weaving and applique patterns from Native American artifacts found in museum collections throughout the United States.</div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhghrj0dOclO4mhqFO2Tuh6u99OOe7O5-EHKgxSQeu1ucQ4hipYYMaGDAN3_fWLpuo8V2OaLm65YrjorHSd96LtF_EbPHop_kX30HAkIDMOFn1BqXAsPP89tju0ORHCLMd7LTb_EtNLgBI6MXNJnb5NjLBEZK-C4Rlj5CIBEnldr-WaxEqtG1fjJBcGhg/s2048/314714005_10230387959979751_2511071106580849950_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhghrj0dOclO4mhqFO2Tuh6u99OOe7O5-EHKgxSQeu1ucQ4hipYYMaGDAN3_fWLpuo8V2OaLm65YrjorHSd96LtF_EbPHop_kX30HAkIDMOFn1BqXAsPP89tju0ORHCLMd7LTb_EtNLgBI6MXNJnb5NjLBEZK-C4Rlj5CIBEnldr-WaxEqtG1fjJBcGhg/s320/314714005_10230387959979751_2511071106580849950_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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The weather is cooling and I need a new pair of mittens. I have Vogue 7708 which includes a one-piece mitten pattern.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipgshLJc_duVs366QnBr0ghWyyTxRxjioB6SYNmX0UWlvpWFyAIgsAUEjk3bzS-3pz8l6Uh_ZTqIdWAR3nqaYxjjpficjOCuEC2ccnoXgF0MV9B_3NGiPpGOc09gBaGAXBS2rDB0S0OL2eGeS-xcTkIWu_bOjuHO10rY7gBjc4Gvu9Rhek0G3esJY-Nw/s2048/314696573_10230387957459688_5687729932143781158_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipgshLJc_duVs366QnBr0ghWyyTxRxjioB6SYNmX0UWlvpWFyAIgsAUEjk3bzS-3pz8l6Uh_ZTqIdWAR3nqaYxjjpficjOCuEC2ccnoXgF0MV9B_3NGiPpGOc09gBaGAXBS2rDB0S0OL2eGeS-xcTkIWu_bOjuHO10rY7gBjc4Gvu9Rhek0G3esJY-Nw/s320/314696573_10230387957459688_5687729932143781158_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikD2EQQvxz7m_iNDNuHVdSyr7K9OYwiGhKDwRD4Nw4RHGx_SMflxMwsM1PG6FJZh3bo7gMoZmMKnl4EENu8o8O_ekVjyb08YlV_wBmIKBbIMDCIIVzC16SdFIbvexp3UetwvUUttG_kIQ1fC6-dXXx-i6R5i9TwnridbzCBt3Fy8hUt_q4c2Nu3iGUqQ/s2048/315151008_10230387958939725_1169730136532578654_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikD2EQQvxz7m_iNDNuHVdSyr7K9OYwiGhKDwRD4Nw4RHGx_SMflxMwsM1PG6FJZh3bo7gMoZmMKnl4EENu8o8O_ekVjyb08YlV_wBmIKBbIMDCIIVzC16SdFIbvexp3UetwvUUttG_kIQ1fC6-dXXx-i6R5i9TwnridbzCBt3Fy8hUt_q4c2Nu3iGUqQ/s320/315151008_10230387958939725_1169730136532578654_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I have some black velveteen left over from my 1930s wardrobe project and a bit of white curly textured fabric from the Victorian Holiday Barbie project 2021. Mittens will be a good use of these fabric scraps. (Yep, looks like an elephant to me too!)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiR2mBSMjVwiN37D8bKrVzyNcd9LywX6Kv-BAJDI-033qKvHADcV-k99Nk2r4S86qfjDP0InoTCrzjgno2jnNvzwRt6AFQFwJWWFUBvbXCHrABPLgdfPayEWyQ6mzD-BSijm-VsnYStV_siyQInqUwfKF4HM3JCQDf10u8KgTquL6yvHLOVn0-jnhNyvA/s1440/316107428_10230477166169850_8497116396693249638_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="811" data-original-width="1440" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiR2mBSMjVwiN37D8bKrVzyNcd9LywX6Kv-BAJDI-033qKvHADcV-k99Nk2r4S86qfjDP0InoTCrzjgno2jnNvzwRt6AFQFwJWWFUBvbXCHrABPLgdfPayEWyQ6mzD-BSijm-VsnYStV_siyQInqUwfKF4HM3JCQDf10u8KgTquL6yvHLOVn0-jnhNyvA/s320/316107428_10230477166169850_8497116396693249638_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOhXgh-VQLcKqssJAlhjZt2i-Ia6GzYlfWDX8XtdqSJEuFUTZivBsOt_UkoqZ5qqCiynmLY0n4V1BtBfZvp-ejnpp8oSOLzwDt2uA5oflUibT16PFRog6hEF5Ob6S4ISF3u9NueaBBKWd44cCtde1CU3ehQDwL-t39Ai8aGTKfoELy5X4E5UY96slxyg/s2048/316964410_10230491067997387_8465885448489763614_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOhXgh-VQLcKqssJAlhjZt2i-Ia6GzYlfWDX8XtdqSJEuFUTZivBsOt_UkoqZ5qqCiynmLY0n4V1BtBfZvp-ejnpp8oSOLzwDt2uA5oflUibT16PFRog6hEF5Ob6S4ISF3u9NueaBBKWd44cCtde1CU3ehQDwL-t39Ai8aGTKfoELy5X4E5UY96slxyg/s320/316964410_10230491067997387_8465885448489763614_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Jessica Gokey has taught me the steps she uses to create her beautiful art. The first step will be drawing the design. While museums still hold pieces of birch bark templates used to create designs, more modern materials would be cardboard, or, as I've used, tissue paper. A tissue paper pattern can be created and folded and traced for a reverse. Jessica has provided pages of some of her individual designs for her students' use and I design a Dogwood Blossom with leaves and branches.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhq_lTlYsnd_Ey32rzWNQxSZ0ZLeewTFB3YBq83ofJ-Icc5bbc-70AZBjqrKNBxK6gdIKKKdbJL1_QmZUQyHh7hvZk6uSSaeY95NNNQ4TN78ErJVzJ9cTMjQbfCZU2V8TUusxZCIKiGIz2SfDv0lb6OjWdyFXr58YexMXPA8ck3IRHMczEN41ErigyxQw/s2048/313924782_10230387959379736_1402245809492152213_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhq_lTlYsnd_Ey32rzWNQxSZ0ZLeewTFB3YBq83ofJ-Icc5bbc-70AZBjqrKNBxK6gdIKKKdbJL1_QmZUQyHh7hvZk6uSSaeY95NNNQ4TN78ErJVzJ9cTMjQbfCZU2V8TUusxZCIKiGIz2SfDv0lb6OjWdyFXr58YexMXPA8ck3IRHMczEN41ErigyxQw/s320/313924782_10230387959379736_1402245809492152213_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The design is then copied to Stitch-N-Tear Stabilizer and the edges of the mitten marked for placement.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDtEEvN4IVNoEnrjIhYJe1sDm98Du5z9rNqzWcB-lPyIZTnHyodU52gbZCp0Ge8CTCVpV3hCWu-7DCQIwp-rX25Kp7SEJ9mlNu4nCR716WFHMpQSrb68xgRM0Cj1y1R26fGtuE1VvclRrOlD3_CciQ8YHHpFEy3IswordqQ7gemUh_fDDQjSf5U1OYvg/s2048/315433727_10230477154169550_2546979200990006471_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1693" data-original-width="2048" height="265" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDtEEvN4IVNoEnrjIhYJe1sDm98Du5z9rNqzWcB-lPyIZTnHyodU52gbZCp0Ge8CTCVpV3hCWu-7DCQIwp-rX25Kp7SEJ9mlNu4nCR716WFHMpQSrb68xgRM0Cj1y1R26fGtuE1VvclRrOlD3_CciQ8YHHpFEy3IswordqQ7gemUh_fDDQjSf5U1OYvg/s320/315433727_10230477154169550_2546979200990006471_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPruhObzPen6XH4u2kbOXDXp9z6LxH9BD297unHU_eLNVds5Tr8bxlH4c29zWgsxJMVr6jZOXHyrLLAxqXmoIh5fTeiccPOU6EjeOD3fxFoRaI-vItwgHgvYcbTg3oClSO3GxzKDEqbF1xQLWafiGtaTMAoxm0nJhILbDrGQ5Qg66BfXs4gjlCmZw3ig/s1440/315755220_10230477164729814_5838192566880757534_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1440" data-original-width="1440" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPruhObzPen6XH4u2kbOXDXp9z6LxH9BD297unHU_eLNVds5Tr8bxlH4c29zWgsxJMVr6jZOXHyrLLAxqXmoIh5fTeiccPOU6EjeOD3fxFoRaI-vItwgHgvYcbTg3oClSO3GxzKDEqbF1xQLWafiGtaTMAoxm0nJhILbDrGQ5Qg66BfXs4gjlCmZw3ig/s320/315755220_10230477164729814_5838192566880757534_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Stitch-N-Tear is placed on top of the velveteen and an interfacing on the bottom. All three layers are basted together.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh19yYuAz2NeOu0QglxKfLAyjlhzN3jpJ1-9uFWJY3dJARpGZXMriP6Nsw6sKvI7q-qkngeQZfD6XCjY6jin35rOiQpm9beADYSeq8ACnT3codmmFINolQTC-ay1pE0GVIgXdJgYvb1-n51ytH3MCBjIELuOydSAcSnMMc7MgHhDvxGaZzy4JkfwG499Q/s2048/315552450_10230477157089623_9149446696888066574_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh19yYuAz2NeOu0QglxKfLAyjlhzN3jpJ1-9uFWJY3dJARpGZXMriP6Nsw6sKvI7q-qkngeQZfD6XCjY6jin35rOiQpm9beADYSeq8ACnT3codmmFINolQTC-ay1pE0GVIgXdJgYvb1-n51ytH3MCBjIELuOydSAcSnMMc7MgHhDvxGaZzy4JkfwG499Q/s320/315552450_10230477157089623_9149446696888066574_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgM5osCsTD-rbkGVJejltE7y_1ToD2N07jiNDYvLnF1Kt6PztkxLBYqIolBjdXmkmUvxXyxbwMargKh3XJeRb5hz6URO0qT0ydyzgLqfWp_bo4ittF1eY7BvNYhE5LL1k4LKQpOS-YhubBUUrhF9sXcDBfJZjp7L885Gq-ZdpeUz1co1VSFrS-rziqx4w/s2048/315981701_10230477159449682_8167121769189179403_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgM5osCsTD-rbkGVJejltE7y_1ToD2N07jiNDYvLnF1Kt6PztkxLBYqIolBjdXmkmUvxXyxbwMargKh3XJeRb5hz6URO0qT0ydyzgLqfWp_bo4ittF1eY7BvNYhE5LL1k4LKQpOS-YhubBUUrhF9sXcDBfJZjp7L885Gq-ZdpeUz1co1VSFrS-rziqx4w/s320/315981701_10230477159449682_8167121769189179403_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">With my design drawn and my fabric ready, it is time to choose and test beads. Natural materials would have been used by Native Americans including shells, quills, metals, and stones. All would have been shaped for use. With the arrival of the European settlers came glass beads from Italy. These first glass beads were called pony beads and were much larger than beads used today. The smaller glass seed bead, an import from Czechoslovakia, became popular around 1850 and remains a favorite.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUzKSO6eZXblAPjW1ElZ-Ixxt8hEPIRnALPdbHrmkbqcymdneIDRwgoUmj7STGVNd02aLw8Yn99bdmDz0sN0eealfDHkzOcY56iwqUtMQSM_wDHLu6ov9ccb3LJGBpx0SL4Ms43ZkU4n_17YXoBWXWpdXBa3UV0JGIFWfdLmSwgzaknswEolNFpAVZVA/s490/ojibwebreastplate2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="368" data-original-width="490" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUzKSO6eZXblAPjW1ElZ-Ixxt8hEPIRnALPdbHrmkbqcymdneIDRwgoUmj7STGVNd02aLw8Yn99bdmDz0sN0eealfDHkzOcY56iwqUtMQSM_wDHLu6ov9ccb3LJGBpx0SL4Ms43ZkU4n_17YXoBWXWpdXBa3UV0JGIFWfdLmSwgzaknswEolNFpAVZVA/s320/ojibwebreastplate2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIzZi5FjD3_p7eeaJrZCkdS2holL2wMBhWPLTQo5KYPhf65aykZerdMPkO8AISltsHzwftVwx8EnXrJwR3hEe7k5CxA9rYX6GN9MWBym_zIiV3aqPpXI9po97gNsQi_nfY99WuyhyujWBZIKzHtadOsBx6cedjpLFDwdoZ1USLQtz4D_WhApVeU4XXdg/s474/PonyBead.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="355" data-original-width="474" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIzZi5FjD3_p7eeaJrZCkdS2holL2wMBhWPLTQo5KYPhf65aykZerdMPkO8AISltsHzwftVwx8EnXrJwR3hEe7k5CxA9rYX6GN9MWBym_zIiV3aqPpXI9po97gNsQi_nfY99WuyhyujWBZIKzHtadOsBx6cedjpLFDwdoZ1USLQtz4D_WhApVeU4XXdg/s320/PonyBead.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1u_PpbpqKsfDPibdePiH-gmPyMp_AaEVBCtHPN6Y2F0Qhv2Qjzctc4NVGDATxOVApkIzTxn9BAQFMAr1fPjQV4oty3PljSoUw_MKfjK1B-erCUynOSC5bGjbAc3gVdvdhKaeZNrCY8I4g_Qozd1Nd0pmsM48dm4EmwIRiIZ2E4C18AZQlQ6w83YkH3A/s1500/CzechSeed.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1500" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1u_PpbpqKsfDPibdePiH-gmPyMp_AaEVBCtHPN6Y2F0Qhv2Qjzctc4NVGDATxOVApkIzTxn9BAQFMAr1fPjQV4oty3PljSoUw_MKfjK1B-erCUynOSC5bGjbAc3gVdvdhKaeZNrCY8I4g_Qozd1Nd0pmsM48dm4EmwIRiIZ2E4C18AZQlQ6w83YkH3A/s320/CzechSeed.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">To practice beading on velveteen and to determine what size beads will work for my design, I baste together a small piece of velveteen and interfacing.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9yl9bfry98h5GgWM9CVox7ySuTElOtf6yji0QtOO-1wIELg84OSmyg7X0Izo-AwplL8Xs6Yx_CYQT-shRBOWHKgmEEUTl6cLvocaG_pw6P_dgk174JtkeG-IAuN5zpUOo3VNWRBEnfhqvfgjTM8ytelY1z7B9TJuA0NxdzT4xT5I4XSfbeGD0BiTLDg/s2048/314347200_10230387961979801_8733751250649026500_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9yl9bfry98h5GgWM9CVox7ySuTElOtf6yji0QtOO-1wIELg84OSmyg7X0Izo-AwplL8Xs6Yx_CYQT-shRBOWHKgmEEUTl6cLvocaG_pw6P_dgk174JtkeG-IAuN5zpUOo3VNWRBEnfhqvfgjTM8ytelY1z7B9TJuA0NxdzT4xT5I4XSfbeGD0BiTLDg/s320/314347200_10230387961979801_8733751250649026500_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I have some beading needles and pre-waxed beading thread left over from my beaded reticule projects years ago. My ancestors would have used sinew, the tough, fibrous, connective tissue of animals, to string their beads. I also have some 6/0 beads on hand and some much smaller 11/0 which are the perfect green for the center of my Dogwood Blossom.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJEFp697uJe2qtC1O1I93y4ejg5eylCbktE_HR9uYi8-PIsWcW12XYrZvhs2KY3-hOy7LkebhYzUZBQSG15-fuKp2l-uPf_ORLW2XAr3elfpBpIY7WMdyPAHOFrfwV8Ee9ICj-zpVIP1R4de0m4TuKZj0BgjSZvTy3liEau-AI-Arkf7LP9h8_wjjC8A/s2048/315160476_10230387961259783_8489929139641121907_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJEFp697uJe2qtC1O1I93y4ejg5eylCbktE_HR9uYi8-PIsWcW12XYrZvhs2KY3-hOy7LkebhYzUZBQSG15-fuKp2l-uPf_ORLW2XAr3elfpBpIY7WMdyPAHOFrfwV8Ee9ICj-zpVIP1R4de0m4TuKZj0BgjSZvTy3liEau-AI-Arkf7LP9h8_wjjC8A/s320/315160476_10230387961259783_8489929139641121907_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRyP0JLindrq7FhCgxP4PqGwuL1peED63RE-M6Z_OHXxIqhTlkk7ZIVqrxJx_rzojeDYc1EzhYEtLNG6g8OqE7g7RNdkNRO6AgB13G__g4fWozD-9waYjS0yAsqU01xamVFpcn9cBh8woOweHy4jJjENLttWKTx1skmwGA-OKryaoj0vyQ0FP4zpVsCQ/s2048/315242888_10230387961579791_8904365406355271965_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRyP0JLindrq7FhCgxP4PqGwuL1peED63RE-M6Z_OHXxIqhTlkk7ZIVqrxJx_rzojeDYc1EzhYEtLNG6g8OqE7g7RNdkNRO6AgB13G__g4fWozD-9waYjS0yAsqU01xamVFpcn9cBh8woOweHy4jJjENLttWKTx1skmwGA-OKryaoj0vyQ0FP4zpVsCQ/s320/315242888_10230387961579791_8904365406355271965_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In my studies I've learned several stitches for applique beadwork and begin with the two needle method. The beads are strung on a needle with a double thread and then a needle with a single thread is used to tack the beads down between each bead and over the double thread.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeCH5Q4tYYqEQCoeIpy1J3vEwXUbeDT07kCppUGNu4DtqCbNS6ghyvjOM8l8zOal7sMOX9iXS3naojV-8t-TYSMI7GnoBuV-ed8RG6EEVBmB1I0A4rbBA4XjyuNdPI1cyceZ-WsujgY6ZkZryi_40LXrHVRSGQ8mTrHvakD-XYolXJGlg5VsHZE_SaaQ/s2048/314129705_10230387962499814_1607694346983040196_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeCH5Q4tYYqEQCoeIpy1J3vEwXUbeDT07kCppUGNu4DtqCbNS6ghyvjOM8l8zOal7sMOX9iXS3naojV-8t-TYSMI7GnoBuV-ed8RG6EEVBmB1I0A4rbBA4XjyuNdPI1cyceZ-WsujgY6ZkZryi_40LXrHVRSGQ8mTrHvakD-XYolXJGlg5VsHZE_SaaQ/s320/314129705_10230387962499814_1607694346983040196_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirI4VaJhhi_R-W8b_H5OD9f6t8FgpYbT2zNGe5Pj7D_DtzgnhOIB_iJoVLqmdxTmA-4IiT8hcWeMLEUrBx3NxfEM18V4eYSeKokpvShUwcxdVhU8RzShW__mzKZtoBHMdsowShwqsvxqtJ9krTnTYA6UKzSg78Eo9l7yH_26_DgxeGJX774EHrtYkqKg/s2048/315034207_10230387962899824_4996289134234831857_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirI4VaJhhi_R-W8b_H5OD9f6t8FgpYbT2zNGe5Pj7D_DtzgnhOIB_iJoVLqmdxTmA-4IiT8hcWeMLEUrBx3NxfEM18V4eYSeKokpvShUwcxdVhU8RzShW__mzKZtoBHMdsowShwqsvxqtJ9krTnTYA6UKzSg78Eo9l7yH_26_DgxeGJX774EHrtYkqKg/s320/315034207_10230387962899824_4996289134234831857_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The 6/0 beads do not curve well to outline my design so I search through my leftover beads and experiment with other 11/0 smaller beads.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzflAid9PCkSeN-EYQIKH61czvn7TQB_4I8TuYeWfCIv02y0bzgWyei15GIANDE36WcHFftcmxMWKnkYapnsChZT5Ac5XBv-s_jStH_IUs2pks8U891o1xkAIcMbEwj9oj8aHQeXVRWzyNA7PGYXTBTSFpDTrWHOimJP5Qd5bpd2OU5RNuWcNAvLxoDw/s2048/315336609_10230477152369505_9166470441726080172_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzflAid9PCkSeN-EYQIKH61czvn7TQB_4I8TuYeWfCIv02y0bzgWyei15GIANDE36WcHFftcmxMWKnkYapnsChZT5Ac5XBv-s_jStH_IUs2pks8U891o1xkAIcMbEwj9oj8aHQeXVRWzyNA7PGYXTBTSFpDTrWHOimJP5Qd5bpd2OU5RNuWcNAvLxoDw/s320/315336609_10230477152369505_9166470441726080172_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdI5t58R035uISvbXAPwp6rrWnJQb-LH_b9t_FHGZHzYPdive5vy4qsSCqUNG42sLlmwIaTbLEB6QlXsw8b8twmC9jKDcqlho6quJDkVSXQDr030Y7-CBDwGuiJaMNV7oyLcQDSnNNhfNZzg-LC-RIrT5y_D4lKeb5WVK4JGtCadIFyQPqQKL1uFhJUQ/s2048/316545347_10230477152849517_1249612325518942642_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdI5t58R035uISvbXAPwp6rrWnJQb-LH_b9t_FHGZHzYPdive5vy4qsSCqUNG42sLlmwIaTbLEB6QlXsw8b8twmC9jKDcqlho6quJDkVSXQDr030Y7-CBDwGuiJaMNV7oyLcQDSnNNhfNZzg-LC-RIrT5y_D4lKeb5WVK4JGtCadIFyQPqQKL1uFhJUQ/s320/316545347_10230477152849517_1249612325518942642_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">While the 11/0 beads curve nicely I don't have a beading needle thin enough for them and have to sort through them to find beads with larger center holes. So it's off to the craft store for thin beading needles and because there was a 50% off sale (yay!) I find the perfect colors in size 8/0. A bit larger than Jessica recommends but I think it's a perfect size for my first real project and I love the way they curve.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2NghyAtAmEYtfvsV4c2aZ7dHx0nakPlD70GpUSFKhFlibJD_MfoSZxEeq0KOWiYBq9eHpTZEKXpl6itlgwsQwrG_TEAl1CCS952tWZUU6swbZfBtZU7KSYB1abJrZPfbzWWLn_h6Q2tya3jbKvLkgym8M8X_SMKVe7X2MLAaN222tmlgUaPSxqYGnZA/s2048/315538361_10230477153209526_2925129312000085766_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2NghyAtAmEYtfvsV4c2aZ7dHx0nakPlD70GpUSFKhFlibJD_MfoSZxEeq0KOWiYBq9eHpTZEKXpl6itlgwsQwrG_TEAl1CCS952tWZUU6swbZfBtZU7KSYB1abJrZPfbzWWLn_h6Q2tya3jbKvLkgym8M8X_SMKVe7X2MLAaN222tmlgUaPSxqYGnZA/s320/315538361_10230477153209526_2925129312000085766_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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I am instructed to use an Xacto knife to cut away the Stitch-N-Tear but I'm a bit nervous about damaging the velveteen so I cut away the main excess with a scissors and use a tweezers to remove the remainder. The Stitch-N-Tear is left under the leaves and blossom.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIba5gBNouvAAoUkgSPXCS5QaxIL_cwsMUkttOTGZd1DsfZAZ4o0IHCFsdq_YiREBSMILIUiOUrxGwDCWGcz8J_7RIEaYQJellTtIqgz6mwprEGcAvV5vAVknreC9XOAm265XeOCvnz7wA5zPULQ_WEIg5cv2C5r0PfBa7efPq30RHZnW54znzEnCfWw/s2048/315758183_10230477178970170_2085913290093208718_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIba5gBNouvAAoUkgSPXCS5QaxIL_cwsMUkttOTGZd1DsfZAZ4o0IHCFsdq_YiREBSMILIUiOUrxGwDCWGcz8J_7RIEaYQJellTtIqgz6mwprEGcAvV5vAVknreC9XOAm265XeOCvnz7wA5zPULQ_WEIg5cv2C5r0PfBa7efPq30RHZnW54znzEnCfWw/s320/315758183_10230477178970170_2085913290093208718_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPwQJ4VKyHBwyjiYOI3wrZEZJ12w4WX7A-xkEU3Q2uT-9F-Gluqd4CfENngnwurON5rhZnng2My_4kgeKbx2N_TXv7AhBcg3sfUdmcD6txiOVAqlT44_Pmt_y3PgIIlQgEqf4wVB17rNqeb-uQVP6YPok5sWrOTPAxPpPNfuziSYQV61llYu9kN361LA/s2048/315448428_10230477175170075_3119232562068474235_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPwQJ4VKyHBwyjiYOI3wrZEZJ12w4WX7A-xkEU3Q2uT-9F-Gluqd4CfENngnwurON5rhZnng2My_4kgeKbx2N_TXv7AhBcg3sfUdmcD6txiOVAqlT44_Pmt_y3PgIIlQgEqf4wVB17rNqeb-uQVP6YPok5sWrOTPAxPpPNfuziSYQV61llYu9kN361LA/s320/315448428_10230477175170075_3119232562068474235_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">At this point I am more than happy! Is it perfect? Heavens, no! Am I thrilled to have done it? Yes!! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsPsXWPerdGQgIDq_YgyHsaV8m9vjPMNf0PaZT9DRmnFOrhCpzAnnmfJvWzAqFwK3JN928wby48ueDmYnDf8ZMWmf9GWkihvdwKO8lYH2RJf5ZcP5MWFjaigXEceq7xFj6GU63ZRITpFUc2EOP6gDxdEAbTLN2NUChVPax4GgO8hCy6kicIo5du2Fhug/s2048/315752625_10230477176850117_1453183103903324044_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsPsXWPerdGQgIDq_YgyHsaV8m9vjPMNf0PaZT9DRmnFOrhCpzAnnmfJvWzAqFwK3JN928wby48ueDmYnDf8ZMWmf9GWkihvdwKO8lYH2RJf5ZcP5MWFjaigXEceq7xFj6GU63ZRITpFUc2EOP6gDxdEAbTLN2NUChVPax4GgO8hCy6kicIo5du2Fhug/s320/315752625_10230477176850117_1453183103903324044_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguLLOX4o_vzzPLB8qT61ePsyGSBb6k3wGzQk8zq2w2YBDgcefQJNGmP10FUDUUN1OYp2sq5UgaTO6wB23TQrIVmFoq1FnWdR59ZLF_mi1G3W7xzb0rWyYfFslma6WGhd9TjHAVkjWNQMDsMnIqn2a0S1jXlZMurpPnPKvqsuSdV1Qy82MGCu3hGs42Xg/s2048/315449511_10230477173530034_8063807160040521803_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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But I do love the outline effect and may use that in future projects. Although the blossoms are not identical on both mittens I decide to be happy with my efforts.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhr4ey7qmqDKtxIXzT67Nzpy12xxymLEcYZQAq__6eBh4m6NWiHmtM8d7jwn9yRp1khGPHxVfmxubd7NhSaKiT_YXOaalpTVAd2VntBkfjN8cEVPEKGNUwKl1L2feXRhNVujkQzT3kYUiq_Sn0AJ65UBdEphEQsedpmTbi9vzlhGBHivQAeGOlon9GkFw/s2048/316538217_10230491066717355_8143738869789368520_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhr4ey7qmqDKtxIXzT67Nzpy12xxymLEcYZQAq__6eBh4m6NWiHmtM8d7jwn9yRp1khGPHxVfmxubd7NhSaKiT_YXOaalpTVAd2VntBkfjN8cEVPEKGNUwKl1L2feXRhNVujkQzT3kYUiq_Sn0AJ65UBdEphEQsedpmTbi9vzlhGBHivQAeGOlon9GkFw/s320/316538217_10230491066717355_8143738869789368520_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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But the beaded Dogwood Blossoms will remind me that in the cool and quiet of winter is the promise of a glorious spring.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifvP5ywpR44zsMuuSmDUiBdWPyBmsbRsJXOo9zDfehmAcQYvcBTU7uL_ulUQ164e816cAkzS6Hh3SyxRJTrj0obBTW7_Zw-kbw4mYAL0fBYD_0DSXHuRkZDZeSEFQbiYEHHnDnyuGn6v80O5eIbfEtawqenXhitIb13juQCSPPgbNLXRTdjLYPs_HoeA/s960/317331374_10230490998475649_1787565947516464107_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifvP5ywpR44zsMuuSmDUiBdWPyBmsbRsJXOo9zDfehmAcQYvcBTU7uL_ulUQ164e816cAkzS6Hh3SyxRJTrj0obBTW7_Zw-kbw4mYAL0fBYD_0DSXHuRkZDZeSEFQbiYEHHnDnyuGn6v80O5eIbfEtawqenXhitIb13juQCSPPgbNLXRTdjLYPs_HoeA/s320/317331374_10230490998475649_1787565947516464107_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The Next Project</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">As you have probably guessed I haven't gone through all this research, study, and practice just for a pair of mittens. While I do love them and will use them daily, they are the beginning of a very special project. My Native American ancestry began with the birth of my ancestor, Mary, in 1862 to a fur trader and an Ojibwe woman. I have found a pattern based on an 1862 coat from Frank Leslies' Magazine offered by Harriet's Patterns.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9PXJLHxgAOipjNmKNKKywif0qQgHcX0uBc0qBqAjbsV9kGD01d-PWE5goI9-YradPsPYzRS-f8dLKvBaOnRXuAjSCTwYwrZTu65-ng4VGRwbeju2uEOXZhXZNRjwZdkPn_E7KSdRJN9CmwjJ1vMa4ZhLLtqq0GRk7jhjNBY_K8O7vjBL1WzF3o3fMAQ/s640/315903023_10230497647441869_3991982355102466626_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9PXJLHxgAOipjNmKNKKywif0qQgHcX0uBc0qBqAjbsV9kGD01d-PWE5goI9-YradPsPYzRS-f8dLKvBaOnRXuAjSCTwYwrZTu65-ng4VGRwbeju2uEOXZhXZNRjwZdkPn_E7KSdRJN9CmwjJ1vMa4ZhLLtqq0GRk7jhjNBY_K8O7vjBL1WzF3o3fMAQ/s320/315903023_10230497647441869_3991982355102466626_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://harriets.com/" target="_blank">http://harriets.com/</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div>The sections bordered in dark on this diagram are my plan for beading of the natural elements throughout my tiny farmhouse acreage - holly, oak leaves and acorns, wild strawberries, maple leaves, walnuts and pecans, and, of course, Dogwood Blossoms. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA_o3LlXtlvGkuzzVizEaQOttU4g53Q4IWT4Bmjrjb7nnkaBgghGFwOgV9H5iE0HiYHYguaK7oQ52frTeZufi5J079QzoAOdca2Kv3WB6Wdnq2HbIGvbSD6m2Z7gVs5iIb-zy3qcwcdFtrAhhLMxRpPZ1IiLtXKnXhito-YEpLCt-IIYpjXHFoGP9JpA/s960/317550679_10230491059877184_8305489458450948420_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA_o3LlXtlvGkuzzVizEaQOttU4g53Q4IWT4Bmjrjb7nnkaBgghGFwOgV9H5iE0HiYHYguaK7oQ52frTeZufi5J079QzoAOdca2Kv3WB6Wdnq2HbIGvbSD6m2Z7gVs5iIb-zy3qcwcdFtrAhhLMxRpPZ1IiLtXKnXhito-YEpLCt-IIYpjXHFoGP9JpA/s320/317550679_10230491059877184_8305489458450948420_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">But that is for another blog post and video. Thank you for sharing this journey with me!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Hugs,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Jeanette</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><b>Historical Sew Monthly - 2022</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The Challenge: </b><strong style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">March: <em style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Non-Woven</em>.</strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px;"> Make something not based on woven materials. There’s a whole world of possibilities. Braiding, carving, crocheting, felting, knitting, knotting, naalbinding…and…</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #191919; font-family: Libre Baskerville, Georgia, serif;"><span style="font-size: 15px;"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #191919; font-family: Libre Baskerville, Georgia, serif;"><span style="font-size: 15px;">With glass beads created in Italy in the early 1500s and beads from Czechoslovakia available in mass production and popularity in the 1850s, it seemed that these were a non-woven alternative to garment embellishment in historical fashion.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #191919; font-family: Libre Baskerville, Georgia, serif;"><span style="font-size: 15px;"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #191919; font-family: Libre Baskerville, Georgia, serif;"><span style="font-size: 15px;"><b>Material: </b>Cotton velvet, faux fur, interfacing</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #191919; font-family: Libre Baskerville, Georgia, serif;"><span style="font-size: 15px;"><b>Pattern: </b>Vogue 7708</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #191919; font-family: Libre Baskerville, Georgia, serif;"><span style="font-size: 15px;"><b>Year: </b>To be paired with an 1862 coat</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #191919; font-family: Libre Baskerville, Georgia, serif;"><span style="font-size: 15px;"><b>Notions: </b>Glass beads and beading thread</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #191919; font-family: Libre Baskerville, Georgia, serif;"><span style="font-size: 15px;"><b>How historically accurate is it? </b>The bead design is created using historical Ojibwe inspiration.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Link for YouTube Video: <a href="https://youtu.be/0xWARcYm2j0" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/0xWARcYm2j0</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Over a seven-year period from 2008 to 2015, American composer and actor Lin-Manuel Miranda created a musical telling the story of American Founding Father Alexander Hamilton.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHgt3ddGVENzV14DF8giqAAHJ41vfPZ2TQGIgUBlmjNZge55uC92hFhkvbbzWfNHItkv97azsR32tMSathznPnnEuebSoSuIl24ZmAvwly6-ZanJwLR1KnSBTkbyJymdWk5omxeWERL6knzmQ9pMrOGXXEbfydiXEIbW7PufeJAObVFOLXas1KenlNLQ/s373/315074569_10230345860367287_4682116336361320470_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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With continually sold-out performances Hamilton opened on August 6 that same year at The Richard Rodgers Theater on Broadway and continued its success resulting in recognition and awards including a Pulitzer Prize for Drama to Lin-Manuel Miranda in 2016.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjisF2w-Aq4gcr-NrHuKT90H1s6pVXiyRxDwb6rFkAYNXCUkOMVZpuAyrNNS65gK26tkWJhNoWmrXxujvPqHi-_-6EQvzoClgXljJFDIr1wJERzNSppum3sFFGXTLEZ2mChL2W9gat0P0Zo9nzCq5yIObIcsPsjIixHz9BjnPwfSzzc7TH1mp8Rd8yRpg/s1600/313409788_10230345891088055_6438312955599768986_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1179" data-original-width="1600" height="236" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjisF2w-Aq4gcr-NrHuKT90H1s6pVXiyRxDwb6rFkAYNXCUkOMVZpuAyrNNS65gK26tkWJhNoWmrXxujvPqHi-_-6EQvzoClgXljJFDIr1wJERzNSppum3sFFGXTLEZ2mChL2W9gat0P0Zo9nzCq5yIObIcsPsjIixHz9BjnPwfSzzc7TH1mp8Rd8yRpg/s320/313409788_10230345891088055_6438312955599768986_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In Winston-Salem, North Carolina, just 56 minutes from my home, is the University of North Carolina School of the Arts. Founded in 1963 and the first public arts conservatory in the United States.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1JlhM6ujkIw2uTq4UxVd1_7iv7A1riIPcy5rTjqdXNQLOaothtAfrfg0NlgJ9_tSQ6F-nDdsfrOF-NbWnAIRkP-W8myrtPLAw0sLU_C9pXIudDpw14-_f_taHeqwHCb5R3dxjSl5-nxvU97bfprw7_u8l-xuzW5Zfs81w349mBPy2Zys3IIpSltvWZQ/s1124/314953912_10230345864887400_2931882180320649666_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1124" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1JlhM6ujkIw2uTq4UxVd1_7iv7A1riIPcy5rTjqdXNQLOaothtAfrfg0NlgJ9_tSQ6F-nDdsfrOF-NbWnAIRkP-W8myrtPLAw0sLU_C9pXIudDpw14-_f_taHeqwHCb5R3dxjSl5-nxvU97bfprw7_u8l-xuzW5Zfs81w349mBPy2Zys3IIpSltvWZQ/s320/314953912_10230345864887400_2931882180320649666_n.jpg" width="307" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjt6pNCS6Mw2fpEWgp5Fjo2jZohFw9_KoMW_x1f0EKyDPPQWEiAffMDAZTCHJRIV4mAaAYV23jmxxqT9ofd9LCbxAl_J3H2iWx3qIVWqr2-qQRkM7KqTDbQ_EZDNQ1hkU0Woq6_BP8JZ-TG2IXol4-IJVfyI4o2jGkWVWC80sPy-xhxtHL5Mr7p2g_5yA/s2048/314139757_10230345865447414_8642333774189368789_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjt6pNCS6Mw2fpEWgp5Fjo2jZohFw9_KoMW_x1f0EKyDPPQWEiAffMDAZTCHJRIV4mAaAYV23jmxxqT9ofd9LCbxAl_J3H2iWx3qIVWqr2-qQRkM7KqTDbQ_EZDNQ1hkU0Woq6_BP8JZ-TG2IXol4-IJVfyI4o2jGkWVWC80sPy-xhxtHL5Mr7p2g_5yA/s320/314139757_10230345865447414_8642333774189368789_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiolbyYMFdQGPMFhcPSkNVIgXt3f_zTLtAJnwn1tbEYTUS_s12hJXLUjoWVcEjm-Hr01BqRLD6vhoYRzpAx-3imkTOdmykHT2U77Qos1v-orM3S-jJKRh0jpKZlZdHlnLNkonZGezTddV9F5XBhYpSej-yUSQZSIFWgVzCxiQlB2g1VIwp7NMTBPzI_Gw/s1600/312846212_10230345865967427_969270243914110206_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="1600" height="120" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiolbyYMFdQGPMFhcPSkNVIgXt3f_zTLtAJnwn1tbEYTUS_s12hJXLUjoWVcEjm-Hr01BqRLD6vhoYRzpAx-3imkTOdmykHT2U77Qos1v-orM3S-jJKRh0jpKZlZdHlnLNkonZGezTddV9F5XBhYpSej-yUSQZSIFWgVzCxiQlB2g1VIwp7NMTBPzI_Gw/s320/312846212_10230345865967427_969270243914110206_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">What does that have to do with a Broadway production? Well, every Broadway production, as with every theater production, dance production, opera or television has to have costumes for every performer. The Costme Designer for Hamilton was a 1986 graduate of the University of North Carolina School of the Arts. Paul Tazewell.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlfymwL-eu-wInD83GD929JfX48MDrNS1Y1zBNCrlz5HDtTTw7bWlQ5rGC-3VamZXgesXfngid0v2Mv3Za1h4VlNrF_rh_K3dO4d7laghv_h2rcHl14Fe-cME2OJdx9LI1xT4N7cxTsCrxNYtGwb3Fv3OQsy8wKivH_hrk3rnws5grUTfirJc5jViLNw/s1375/313408206_10230345864807398_5653305580150881375_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1375" data-original-width="1035" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlfymwL-eu-wInD83GD929JfX48MDrNS1Y1zBNCrlz5HDtTTw7bWlQ5rGC-3VamZXgesXfngid0v2Mv3Za1h4VlNrF_rh_K3dO4d7laghv_h2rcHl14Fe-cME2OJdx9LI1xT4N7cxTsCrxNYtGwb3Fv3OQsy8wKivH_hrk3rnws5grUTfirJc5jViLNw/s320/313408206_10230345864807398_5653305580150881375_n.jpg" width="241" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And who would receive the Tony Award for Best Costume Design of a Musical for the costumes in Hamilton? Paul Tazewell.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoi8oqLzGUTW4-exGf1mU_0qxIw2NVOjNj0feyVRc1t2vdZiohQUywUaDjKZ5H2pI5f8ftbbLyAYodK8EUeaS20XOfYgTr6cB1rpMlH6rRvK5FEIiwTNxpVLXp2WZSBnZ2uXER210ctSGs1flWEtEZyE7dCWUENP4NUDQ_JXL8tJoi7MZ4ISzbJaCYxg/s600/314943893_10230345862887350_7124299439526269596_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="400" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoi8oqLzGUTW4-exGf1mU_0qxIw2NVOjNj0feyVRc1t2vdZiohQUywUaDjKZ5H2pI5f8ftbbLyAYodK8EUeaS20XOfYgTr6cB1rpMlH6rRvK5FEIiwTNxpVLXp2WZSBnZ2uXER210ctSGs1flWEtEZyE7dCWUENP4NUDQ_JXL8tJoi7MZ4ISzbJaCYxg/s320/314943893_10230345862887350_7124299439526269596_n.jpg" width="213" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Fast forward to 2020 with the world health crisis. Fifty small, unique, independent businesses and artisans creating and supplying costumes for the entertainment industry united in May of that year to ensure their future. The Costume Industry Coalition was formed.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOchZqw2cSqy_vO_EfJDUPYB4epoacdkkWAVogafezPysWbglvKFLayikB8B525sxyjaJ4kTdpr0zMnG6_nwTZrzZ9twDdcerp4amzgzEJqPGo_ZSrcIfM9SXCEPhe2u2IL6PyYzgHBfCx_qFvuWEzr_2Ij5YRQ3axmFIozpow-jdgZM2eAE96Sy1p1A/s414/315000951_10230345863487365_5984747999901810390_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="324" data-original-width="414" height="250" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOchZqw2cSqy_vO_EfJDUPYB4epoacdkkWAVogafezPysWbglvKFLayikB8B525sxyjaJ4kTdpr0zMnG6_nwTZrzZ9twDdcerp4amzgzEJqPGo_ZSrcIfM9SXCEPhe2u2IL6PyYzgHBfCx_qFvuWEzr_2Ij5YRQ3axmFIozpow-jdgZM2eAE96Sy1p1A/s320/315000951_10230345863487365_5984747999901810390_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.costumeindustrycoalition.com/">https://www.costumeindustrycoalition.com/</a></div><div><b><br /></b><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">To benefit the members of the Costume Industry Coalition a pattern was created from a design by Paul Tazewell, the Hamilton Spencer. The pattern is offered on Etsy in several size ranges. 100% of the proceeds benefit the CIC. Link provided below!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhl9zLjJdaNiYnvtqrjDHa7tcVwdENkd8HIcv0QpZNYcu2sWASmn_nz0Qiy8FIHne0oO5nl_sl9zl90ggQKx0Mrdx56SKcjyF9SIR48D754VjOu__qLGbIFlgmZUhcVQbH_oVPcSf9DitK6aL2YAA0YjP0jvIIQiNUbDw9L80K1JSehEiOTWrbj2P7cZA/s809/hamiltonspencer.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="809" data-original-width="780" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhl9zLjJdaNiYnvtqrjDHa7tcVwdENkd8HIcv0QpZNYcu2sWASmn_nz0Qiy8FIHne0oO5nl_sl9zl90ggQKx0Mrdx56SKcjyF9SIR48D754VjOu__qLGbIFlgmZUhcVQbH_oVPcSf9DitK6aL2YAA0YjP0jvIIQiNUbDw9L80K1JSehEiOTWrbj2P7cZA/s320/hamiltonspencer.jpg" width="309" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/920722151/hamilton-spencer-jacket-pdf-pattern-for" target="_blank">https://www.etsy.com/listing/920722151/hamilton-spencer-jacket-pdf-pattern-for</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzE_2OV5vUPcJ-An51zWJ5ekX4j-OtDf0Fk5Z_bPkFPobP6J3vMlns8bDNi1eTLUMSVftSv6yizarIYHb7Ize5imGFrn5-ZQ0VNY126Eh0CapyMWfRsXixwFfY26VMvZFlX1S6AtViMEkjqd9SlNvigRokiEZUagGbz7ea2ALOQMKnCSGqOHk_llzJLA/s960/195378758_10227027694975226_3149427356761296790_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="836" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzE_2OV5vUPcJ-An51zWJ5ekX4j-OtDf0Fk5Z_bPkFPobP6J3vMlns8bDNi1eTLUMSVftSv6yizarIYHb7Ize5imGFrn5-ZQ0VNY126Eh0CapyMWfRsXixwFfY26VMvZFlX1S6AtViMEkjqd9SlNvigRokiEZUagGbz7ea2ALOQMKnCSGqOHk_llzJLA/s320/195378758_10227027694975226_3149427356761296790_n.jpg" width="279" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The Pattern</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The pattern is available for download and print. There is the original illustration by Paul Tazewell, a thank you to all who contributed toward the pattern offering, the purpose of the pattern, and acknowledgements. There are the pattern pieces as marked with fabric and lining pieces required. Finished measurements for each size are listed. There are suggested fabrics and notions. All markings, abbreviations, and seam allowances (which vary) are outlined. There are layouts for fabric and lining. The instructions are broken into manageable segments. And lastly, a glossary for the terms used in the instructions.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdUdObE92fnCbo_XWWpVlmn-Fb4CgdybWVsiaxciTLBDuNHTM4AhJgCUCUEBba40__ZiZyc8eRidtjEhswwMDKBi5qkGOXKJa6uQvzO6chmyzycmlW4XCi9hirQ1kxcEwdpW5Ua4T1H1v8qsjeHs99RiNpqzEcERrbstR8LOULIFbAc4CaKFuiVri6wg/s1440/156915052_10226287686875486_8137391390114335031_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1440" data-original-width="1440" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdUdObE92fnCbo_XWWpVlmn-Fb4CgdybWVsiaxciTLBDuNHTM4AhJgCUCUEBba40__ZiZyc8eRidtjEhswwMDKBi5qkGOXKJa6uQvzO6chmyzycmlW4XCi9hirQ1kxcEwdpW5Ua4T1H1v8qsjeHs99RiNpqzEcERrbstR8LOULIFbAc4CaKFuiVri6wg/s320/156915052_10226287686875486_8137391390114335031_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The pattern pages overlap and I cut off the lower and right edges.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi69U_JysvzUfGq4uTLNM3qSY8hq9dPEvhQVz6IlypwtxRPq2hNGKNygm_rT1am62-LPPtJEt_MB0sHyAM6QAjYiSQD_yOVaiE0wzqrZ9yTLYYU4vCecHkHZNii3vlY2oTjBAQ6HoGRUNF3oFRDRNi-rr29cbOExPZ5BbaHp8omPQA5EDRwhp9_YqStQ/s960/157700406_10226315249204527_3568001848982192378_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgi69U_JysvzUfGq4uTLNM3qSY8hq9dPEvhQVz6IlypwtxRPq2hNGKNygm_rT1am62-LPPtJEt_MB0sHyAM6QAjYiSQD_yOVaiE0wzqrZ9yTLYYU4vCecHkHZNii3vlY2oTjBAQ6HoGRUNF3oFRDRNi-rr29cbOExPZ5BbaHp8omPQA5EDRwhp9_YqStQ/s320/157700406_10226315249204527_3568001848982192378_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2DMNh2Pyt70a7roByac6EMGH1mg2IYLujpdyNLiWPnP8WV8o2UJuVo_0Mn827hci7_JPV-_5bCnjPlbO9HRGgGuw1-5Y3qJy2WaCPBKPNRy1UeLflX21YroMbSGTvodsJmyv_rUcE3DZJgxZhV_J0zanEPjUDtT775hVRSNKZNYGIAq0aPLCcnnVdMw/s960/158336145_10226315249684539_1000549274205112148_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2DMNh2Pyt70a7roByac6EMGH1mg2IYLujpdyNLiWPnP8WV8o2UJuVo_0Mn827hci7_JPV-_5bCnjPlbO9HRGgGuw1-5Y3qJy2WaCPBKPNRy1UeLflX21YroMbSGTvodsJmyv_rUcE3DZJgxZhV_J0zanEPjUDtT775hVRSNKZNYGIAq0aPLCcnnVdMw/s320/158336145_10226315249684539_1000549274205112148_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I tape the pieces together beginning at the lower right of the page and overlap matching the stars (what else, stars!). Once the entire lower edge is lightly taped, I continue with the row directly above. Only when the page is completely lightly taped do I firmly tape the pattern pieces as necessary before cutting.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjXDb12LajHjjMQzVTZlqA7DC2OCzKTbkz5Cx7mYKppSFNh6m08DSlwpiCbmNOzMwzS0U6Fh9gj4J9pdFa4jg32RjLn2bHwP7Eb-Py0BTl2OMjUKHuLbmDtiO1fVrO1S8iymp5tWHjImRWtN4C4Qxfi41iQ0L38RuB97hoDZzATP6ofeohjyGVBRiMkg/s960/194499920_10227027693175181_3279256627826528803_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjXDb12LajHjjMQzVTZlqA7DC2OCzKTbkz5Cx7mYKppSFNh6m08DSlwpiCbmNOzMwzS0U6Fh9gj4J9pdFa4jg32RjLn2bHwP7Eb-Py0BTl2OMjUKHuLbmDtiO1fVrO1S8iymp5tWHjImRWtN4C4Qxfi41iQ0L38RuB97hoDZzATP6ofeohjyGVBRiMkg/s320/194499920_10227027693175181_3279256627826528803_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKAH0x5uBz2_TK5691ME_RyDH5jerh7JyblgSPjjtQ2D-6nIiA--qqKDFzfmfGanlfGRm1jCoSTTrxSXNdpXDJZPD4DPNoOy2G9Y7WCbSkEc3qdIMqd00BRkrsoiLpMWj5-pIz2hPXe0g8fB3R_PsMCfO-Be3zM7ovax5NYV0IJRXzfRyl98oZlQuJrg/s960/193509167_10227027693415187_8731686943988691466_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKAH0x5uBz2_TK5691ME_RyDH5jerh7JyblgSPjjtQ2D-6nIiA--qqKDFzfmfGanlfGRm1jCoSTTrxSXNdpXDJZPD4DPNoOy2G9Y7WCbSkEc3qdIMqd00BRkrsoiLpMWj5-pIz2hPXe0g8fB3R_PsMCfO-Be3zM7ovax5NYV0IJRXzfRyl98oZlQuJrg/s320/193509167_10227027693415187_8731686943988691466_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The Fabrics and Notions</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I was gifted a beautiful ivory and red mid-weight linen a while ago and used it for my first pair of stays. I used a cotton blend bias binding for the stays. I still have some of the linen and binding left and decide to use them for the Hamilton Spencer. It will be fun with this silk skirt and the stays in a history-bounding way and, after all, this entire project is just for learning and is entirely a mock-up for a much larger project scheduled for 2025.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikdC0BxKsL9D6lQiVUHm_9lka4fq6AePpQ4m1KL-6sGPzGGIv0UnncEHGMktTxgGC7M47TCXwQBLhIvZldeLGg1fXy6V23oEUlMHRTVWbaxvg5-dHguiJtc_kCW6i78laXvxfXr_McZBzsvZZVKlgonF7VrSNVI-yiwwTxYmSpQiVbw8vbesx8GwpyYA/s960/156833013_10226287843759408_8875099652588097495_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikdC0BxKsL9D6lQiVUHm_9lka4fq6AePpQ4m1KL-6sGPzGGIv0UnncEHGMktTxgGC7M47TCXwQBLhIvZldeLGg1fXy6V23oEUlMHRTVWbaxvg5-dHguiJtc_kCW6i78laXvxfXr_McZBzsvZZVKlgonF7VrSNVI-yiwwTxYmSpQiVbw8vbesx8GwpyYA/s320/156833013_10226287843759408_8875099652588097495_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Instructions for the bias binding are a 2 inch width. I have some .5 inch double fold which opens to 2 inch. And I find some .875 inch in a matching brick color which opens to 3.5 inches. I purchase the additional I will need and crossed fingers there is enough.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjG-OKUBSKyQzbXCJFtVmPkcHiB-gYU6w-stGnkfGinIyVEPAUNeHAnjn8Jh7bAfJ8uIzKz-0hDT5Fg1uJUWQ60BtMOXoLu58N6Hu61baJAGbKSMKdosnBoP-xS4G1YzT4w-KHBtUdq-p_Cm1vOIOvN3FUk-qsmVx2v9TyymzYK0Y_gyzBd4I6D97nLHA/s960/158585343_10226315250004547_34945390544811683_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="528" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjG-OKUBSKyQzbXCJFtVmPkcHiB-gYU6w-stGnkfGinIyVEPAUNeHAnjn8Jh7bAfJ8uIzKz-0hDT5Fg1uJUWQ60BtMOXoLu58N6Hu61baJAGbKSMKdosnBoP-xS4G1YzT4w-KHBtUdq-p_Cm1vOIOvN3FUk-qsmVx2v9TyymzYK0Y_gyzBd4I6D97nLHA/s320/158585343_10226315250004547_34945390544811683_n.jpg" width="176" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">There are some notions I have to purchase. I find the cotton piping for the rouleaux supplied by Great Lakes Cordage in a 4/32 inch (3mm) diameter 90 yard roll. The thread is polyester Gutermann. The Italian lightweight linen canvas interfacing and tailor's tape are from Bias Bespoke on Etsy.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXD2d_0fNIuoL6uZyLMPiFSiqsWZLZWoaLeQHMeh4GQDo5EzMNIpEqDBuIhJhWPLWfxzB7KVh7XJkJRf_ZTN0bRhJ_T0X4mJh991ZVpTqnHlXEVQ3-fGZcr0xS-AbMlUf-MKh0vtfw0-GlQRbD0jjuioxIEVdrrPbIK40JuLwWUqKrSiQLck8aMunQTw/s730/240467162_10227532355111414_4146732416707439287_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="525" data-original-width="730" height="230" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXD2d_0fNIuoL6uZyLMPiFSiqsWZLZWoaLeQHMeh4GQDo5EzMNIpEqDBuIhJhWPLWfxzB7KVh7XJkJRf_ZTN0bRhJ_T0X4mJh991ZVpTqnHlXEVQ3-fGZcr0xS-AbMlUf-MKh0vtfw0-GlQRbD0jjuioxIEVdrrPbIK40JuLwWUqKrSiQLck8aMunQTw/s320/240467162_10227532355111414_4146732416707439287_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Some of the pattern pieces are for lining only and I have just enough of a smooth rayon in the right color which will make for ease in putting the Spencer over any blouse or sweater.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgzdG6hGeJgFqC2863b-tWc87HxnY88oOydYSKUH_nokKHsQ_9geNCCxpfGQBzcWiABLv5gEylPIC5UTO32lUQVEAm7kNYxHCzt47xgLFBstV-x7QIbL2BTkfevvgImqzQbsqvN0ufemWkMSOhHQKIkssFC1f5RgrTbU87zxi31CzmHBQFD7GFzg7JMQ/s636/240388165_10227532355511424_7573394445080969286_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="350" data-original-width="636" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgzdG6hGeJgFqC2863b-tWc87HxnY88oOydYSKUH_nokKHsQ_9geNCCxpfGQBzcWiABLv5gEylPIC5UTO32lUQVEAm7kNYxHCzt47xgLFBstV-x7QIbL2BTkfevvgImqzQbsqvN0ufemWkMSOhHQKIkssFC1f5RgrTbU87zxi31CzmHBQFD7GFzg7JMQ/s320/240388165_10227532355511424_7573394445080969286_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Cut Fabric and Lining</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">With the supplies ready it's time to cut the fabric and lining. The fabric design and the center back of the Spencer are perfect to highlight this idyllic scene of a young person and pup. So that is where I make my first cut.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3d1XCQo94bEqu5RKwmNzXuoUCV7rwGUvhzJMNfe4w69T8EUOhSD9jAoYQiVNeksxsDYbhn_d2aciU7uwRvkBa-juZiBbfBBSCX3XR-OKjZ-sXEhjEi2lkj5bxZ6dAwTw2DWJ-x4BD8YZascWR0AITPhFWrWBuvWu8KRQvppQgjv6XmrGuybcsm9gQig/s960/240457331_10227532347151215_7665808984999137568_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3d1XCQo94bEqu5RKwmNzXuoUCV7rwGUvhzJMNfe4w69T8EUOhSD9jAoYQiVNeksxsDYbhn_d2aciU7uwRvkBa-juZiBbfBBSCX3XR-OKjZ-sXEhjEi2lkj5bxZ6dAwTw2DWJ-x4BD8YZascWR0AITPhFWrWBuvWu8KRQvppQgjv6XmrGuybcsm9gQig/s320/240457331_10227532347151215_7665808984999137568_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV9dqd2SaUDWZcSc4eSmpZwt3RcyLxwoedHvTyLV5IDAqX8qzepwNhlIecPckZADH-iUnlaoEOOSjccx3sBZKA91ztO8c20Gcnet2kVIb3sLjavG0PLIUD3GYLFdVI5c0SVyds0LDcdGtxwTE16gZ7UlkJzoup5pcz1EEZsAV9DibBwkg-bKAxTh4YPg/s847/240444526_10227532349351270_4115448091381273720_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="522" data-original-width="847" height="197" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV9dqd2SaUDWZcSc4eSmpZwt3RcyLxwoedHvTyLV5IDAqX8qzepwNhlIecPckZADH-iUnlaoEOOSjccx3sBZKA91ztO8c20Gcnet2kVIb3sLjavG0PLIUD3GYLFdVI5c0SVyds0LDcdGtxwTE16gZ7UlkJzoup5pcz1EEZsAV9DibBwkg-bKAxTh4YPg/s320/240444526_10227532349351270_4115448091381273720_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I also choose a scene for the collar back and cut one-half of the collar, fold it onto itself, and cut the other half. I'm paying attention to the grainline arrows on the pattern pieces.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYx-euK6llH3FY9HGpjqmwgq_Jp570Xuq49X6an937h9yJla5081V_YHmt8Q5eXMhD1dWoFYK194zoYJI4vUERnaWNcuF6dgYBGIB6bIcLz4Z3HI8mtDcjFVLfZFib2wKExDSEwhzOb0khky7zB3MoyCxUS010p5Zy9_saA_G4A32A_o4_hnyR_vkpZA/s494/240447516_10227532347631227_1210175605893912584_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="201" data-original-width="494" height="130" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYx-euK6llH3FY9HGpjqmwgq_Jp570Xuq49X6an937h9yJla5081V_YHmt8Q5eXMhD1dWoFYK194zoYJI4vUERnaWNcuF6dgYBGIB6bIcLz4Z3HI8mtDcjFVLfZFib2wKExDSEwhzOb0khky7zB3MoyCxUS010p5Zy9_saA_G4A32A_o4_hnyR_vkpZA/s320/240447516_10227532347631227_1210175605893912584_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Collars, center back, side backs, and belt.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2kb90CV6ZQamFfO_-hKha82a9_6qZMusiMH1Jz4YmDrbSrsg_IyCONR8uG8JGceSp017OHE0gOBwSR0T2ANCgR7GnxggN_JdBCYW5PvgiqqbYP53iu6Ba622vT2JZc-1d-eqMZ-k7CgIs2gOlnhvdrcnMh8uevFKBl-d0z4d1wjBdhQSoYPrJfKUSkg/s818/240443364_10227532352391346_1054010995955507788_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="818" height="207" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2kb90CV6ZQamFfO_-hKha82a9_6qZMusiMH1Jz4YmDrbSrsg_IyCONR8uG8JGceSp017OHE0gOBwSR0T2ANCgR7GnxggN_JdBCYW5PvgiqqbYP53iu6Ba622vT2JZc-1d-eqMZ-k7CgIs2gOlnhvdrcnMh8uevFKBl-d0z4d1wjBdhQSoYPrJfKUSkg/s320/240443364_10227532352391346_1054010995955507788_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Upper sleeves, lower sleeves, sleeve puffs, sleeve bands, petals including lining from the fashion fabric.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhj2ET3vfbgZzQi8QifLHJS6lxPi9ECQQAECvhCAJhnQKnVNqCqmNCZDdP4wBvXRRMCmPqsO0pUtpHpDz-LYAtzSQDb02ZpzHO_-Ua1iAO9-jpXzZjgL0nprZpqV5-rKoAaDsGQtnEaHX2yGkljuC0Xf0oVVjwU4C7Kr-R6AaeyhxkfHGbb7-dufxQuHA/s835/240451833_10227532354151390_6898775432422388967_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="527" data-original-width="835" height="202" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhj2ET3vfbgZzQi8QifLHJS6lxPi9ECQQAECvhCAJhnQKnVNqCqmNCZDdP4wBvXRRMCmPqsO0pUtpHpDz-LYAtzSQDb02ZpzHO_-Ua1iAO9-jpXzZjgL0nprZpqV5-rKoAaDsGQtnEaHX2yGkljuC0Xf0oVVjwU4C7Kr-R6AaeyhxkfHGbb7-dufxQuHA/s320/240451833_10227532354151390_6898775432422388967_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Center fronts and front facings.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4JNisIs46DkF7uXoP7V645u9XcMymOmeRTYlAA85eQN9SfD2wrezCeUeeXD2tP_6LnmnO-0cFV4p6NN2GYY2tXCst2Ap5h8i-c4FmPyeHjjwID6O1nwJjASob_uuzhsWOimZYE2vmn3_peNBzil-FjR-yapBuiCSORs5N_-m3nHi8wgLRRXPlYOJouA/s829/238225877_10227532354591401_1880684450277170125_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="829" height="204" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4JNisIs46DkF7uXoP7V645u9XcMymOmeRTYlAA85eQN9SfD2wrezCeUeeXD2tP_6LnmnO-0cFV4p6NN2GYY2tXCst2Ap5h8i-c4FmPyeHjjwID6O1nwJjASob_uuzhsWOimZYE2vmn3_peNBzil-FjR-yapBuiCSORs5N_-m3nHi8wgLRRXPlYOJouA/s320/238225877_10227532354591401_1880684450277170125_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Lining for all pieces as instructed.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnyEyJuiWhmV9i4IUSthnS4NQAyTso_K8GzFrQjsMUeHVfx8F5PXQ1NX_HzKtyfJcNup5-agE4Rr-udDMRnEELq7mrK7l2yH9LOiOwZ4PKiiky6FLZZbnefedmC919PvPqPWB3ka93Y3nwJLOxb4rYu5Nju0BCwQsdHLsKBqVkPIm2cqhzVHYbBZabzg/s1440/305292315_10229727370105417_3180254639291068731_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1440" data-original-width="1440" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnyEyJuiWhmV9i4IUSthnS4NQAyTso_K8GzFrQjsMUeHVfx8F5PXQ1NX_HzKtyfJcNup5-agE4Rr-udDMRnEELq7mrK7l2yH9LOiOwZ4PKiiky6FLZZbnefedmC919PvPqPWB3ka93Y3nwJLOxb4rYu5Nju0BCwQsdHLsKBqVkPIm2cqhzVHYbBZabzg/s320/305292315_10229727370105417_3180254639291068731_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The remaining pattern pieces are templates for the petal placement, the leaf and ball motif, and the sleeve lattice.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyDeaK7t7pq7mELF3nhL9gXie292ZQ3zeP137Ayn3zmbqnxEKKmm-mHuCqCs9y3gLHx_hSkW7Pjq6PKwAyZU3wbbWUyRPgXiqthSQHHtD8Re4Zi6k5t7dOLYGLPHzTI6QShIPBJ28WIhr7ne-11SF-_lh0YB1jNmxmjGj9TlrlsO61vXr_YpxGhtOtTQ/s960/240460289_10227532355911434_1000828031978670446_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyDeaK7t7pq7mELF3nhL9gXie292ZQ3zeP137Ayn3zmbqnxEKKmm-mHuCqCs9y3gLHx_hSkW7Pjq6PKwAyZU3wbbWUyRPgXiqthSQHHtD8Re4Zi6k5t7dOLYGLPHzTI6QShIPBJ28WIhr7ne-11SF-_lh0YB1jNmxmjGj9TlrlsO61vXr_YpxGhtOtTQ/s320/240460289_10227532355911434_1000828031978670446_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">With the supplies on hand, the fabric and lining cut, and the instructions carefully read, it is time to begin the Hamilton Spencer. I will number the sections 1 through 15 as the instructions were numbered in my pattern. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>1. Prep Double Cord</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Because I'm using pre-cut and folded bias I have to steam and press the packaged supplies to remove the fold lines. I do this for all that I've determined I will use for the entire project including the double cord, the rouleaux, and the balls. I label the pressed bias needed for the collar, sleeves and sleeve bands, and the fronts and lower edge of the Spencer. The instructions are to press and stretch while pressing for ease in stitching so this step doesn't take any more time.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0AZIfJ1dwpfL_lN9lL13c6vAq7j6VD9JZJUE3Dux9hp-b_zpJTdv-UzWxkMrDOQqHhRwWO6Mhs-Ai8a-fDfbv8QqLeJ4P1QaN9hIbd0vXO3_FEoVTXWg6vMsl2ymKZClmWm8EjsETIvxyamqX4_F468kbNON1yecSgKJ_70lb1eo1Run3llBWHIScOw/s960/304491633_10229705044227284_1666446722558678475_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0AZIfJ1dwpfL_lN9lL13c6vAq7j6VD9JZJUE3Dux9hp-b_zpJTdv-UzWxkMrDOQqHhRwWO6Mhs-Ai8a-fDfbv8QqLeJ4P1QaN9hIbd0vXO3_FEoVTXWg6vMsl2ymKZClmWm8EjsETIvxyamqX4_F468kbNON1yecSgKJ_70lb1eo1Run3llBWHIScOw/s320/304491633_10229705044227284_1666446722558678475_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_l1Un0rSiGig3MNzIH3npc0u4QDD8ce_boEutTLtsVn137tya5pAff3ouuZoCNfMsCZmNAIq4i0hres0NRE4wCWl6fEN2zPIpcAqvH_OPJzugZf_VepgaL7HKqLNQmKuBzBsmXivfG68e1X7zVR1qOtbjrQ4PwY24L9U_peYUcj3dj4nJFxQtihxbPg/s960/302556143_10229705044547292_9104097676659317217_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_l1Un0rSiGig3MNzIH3npc0u4QDD8ce_boEutTLtsVn137tya5pAff3ouuZoCNfMsCZmNAIq4i0hres0NRE4wCWl6fEN2zPIpcAqvH_OPJzugZf_VepgaL7HKqLNQmKuBzBsmXivfG68e1X7zVR1qOtbjrQ4PwY24L9U_peYUcj3dj4nJFxQtihxbPg/s320/302556143_10229705044547292_9104097676659317217_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPBaFZ4oIX9W9z9RMMjEQKPIcPIVfwsr02MdYlvAMl56a9pjnux4L4GejQZ6hTWl1ZsiNm-qJVR2Ruhm1K87Hu3GIPJG15F7ulQWVMaIZcCGYtL6qCLjsiW1ItAjQP_VlmQDfCVBbyf24wgD_H3Hgr9iD-0PPLH2yTy_om5pwjos_F1MQWi5d6lAYg1g/s960/304806510_10229705044987303_1255996081057699296_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPBaFZ4oIX9W9z9RMMjEQKPIcPIVfwsr02MdYlvAMl56a9pjnux4L4GejQZ6hTWl1ZsiNm-qJVR2Ruhm1K87Hu3GIPJG15F7ulQWVMaIZcCGYtL6qCLjsiW1ItAjQP_VlmQDfCVBbyf24wgD_H3Hgr9iD-0PPLH2yTy_om5pwjos_F1MQWi5d6lAYg1g/s320/304806510_10229705044987303_1255996081057699296_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Never having sewn a double cord before, I take a scrap piece of bias with a join and practice. I fold the bias in half, wrong sides together, place the cotton piping cord tight in the fold, and stitch close to the cord using the zipper foot. Then the second cord is laid next to the stitching and sewn tight to the stitching using the zipper foot again.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9rwDE4kWAreGnn7PR66_CcGI3H9T1p6m41QbdoUHxmdEXFnWqVMmJHo42Ij5caiRFdU09vesGhPx6CrCaRrMc6x5fTMPhRzuoD_eAGARksh2KBcZo6j8uHMCSIvDfxTMZdgAXFFq6GLolFcatSUJDwlMd_Q-f_4e9-GdMI32jGyxa4VIZu-mGtB-Atw/s960/251439467_10227943855958678_5711366419602364792_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9rwDE4kWAreGnn7PR66_CcGI3H9T1p6m41QbdoUHxmdEXFnWqVMmJHo42Ij5caiRFdU09vesGhPx6CrCaRrMc6x5fTMPhRzuoD_eAGARksh2KBcZo6j8uHMCSIvDfxTMZdgAXFFq6GLolFcatSUJDwlMd_Q-f_4e9-GdMI32jGyxa4VIZu-mGtB-Atw/s320/251439467_10227943855958678_5711366419602364792_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCGIGUWx0AISVEJLNmXtIk7M6AdJpWeMuh2kdk5SB54tNhVNasBosiCx31HXadV-wSDqBU2VSc1z7eBvKrx9ECSMtjYCHxUYEvj-JIYOTQNelrGDo8vKiAAJ7ebrb1AjDCJXeeSubDquay2R8hTJUu1kyO_yhRMdWS_tCXLtglFx8Kbf5h2THNg6cM9w/s960/305449087_10229727333904512_4169812794998378869_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCGIGUWx0AISVEJLNmXtIk7M6AdJpWeMuh2kdk5SB54tNhVNasBosiCx31HXadV-wSDqBU2VSc1z7eBvKrx9ECSMtjYCHxUYEvj-JIYOTQNelrGDo8vKiAAJ7ebrb1AjDCJXeeSubDquay2R8hTJUu1kyO_yhRMdWS_tCXLtglFx8Kbf5h2THNg6cM9w/s320/305449087_10229727333904512_4169812794998378869_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg46vxWdYq1zGh5vASZuOx_UF9XNJYdg8AB8xH7Wy5jOs4kOowF_BBCORBNxC7CIq8boQGl-p7i7oW5_T8kq-kCxQUxSgggqpWjE7TKhhQJXW0IZSWIT3yUwC9TMvKawMdsyyNEoqHUtOYiavPpRnfEDOSRbFr7crcjAA2rk4gbN5j_gjG2Jx7gnvW-Ng/s960/305313267_10229727334224520_6263289289859347616_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg46vxWdYq1zGh5vASZuOx_UF9XNJYdg8AB8xH7Wy5jOs4kOowF_BBCORBNxC7CIq8boQGl-p7i7oW5_T8kq-kCxQUxSgggqpWjE7TKhhQJXW0IZSWIT3yUwC9TMvKawMdsyyNEoqHUtOYiavPpRnfEDOSRbFr7crcjAA2rk4gbN5j_gjG2Jx7gnvW-Ng/s320/305313267_10229727334224520_6263289289859347616_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The instructions recommend gently pressing the second cord so it sits right above the first. After a few trials I end up standing the cords upright and lightly pressing the upper cord. The pressing eliminates the small gap created by the first row of stitching and the result is wonderful. The first of many lessons I will learn from this pattern.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaRZKuvA6H18NUhVr6hZuFNv9vT7v1g_5wy-kyyRySKR23yLedvUH2lWmiOWfWaeD4OLkH1sfmT358b23GUvNfNyRxvOqJzWdp__9Th2wpaHQuKFIOliAto8PEqxEKVswli1_czQjn0VkbkrToKWqXK1RDHeouajTH-8tMpFRQDrDu978VDexlxatIsg/s960/305317723_10229727334544528_4582617403236552932_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaRZKuvA6H18NUhVr6hZuFNv9vT7v1g_5wy-kyyRySKR23yLedvUH2lWmiOWfWaeD4OLkH1sfmT358b23GUvNfNyRxvOqJzWdp__9Th2wpaHQuKFIOliAto8PEqxEKVswli1_czQjn0VkbkrToKWqXK1RDHeouajTH-8tMpFRQDrDu978VDexlxatIsg/s320/305317723_10229727334544528_4582617403236552932_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7xmVCvqegKiwcrBnb0GfboMdUwgRfEQDDRMeSewV0o5mXRNLPsjr6QQak3Uk06Sgl4PNyXfMwlHhrv6Du6lbDiOFio0aUCZohrFcPqwlN1DQKxBNcD5eErM1syIqAKcuDk_cSNrJGHxo3WFgAw9AmHRFeVSDAu1I5UC6kELEKG2097j0YDxpGYFvP9A/s960/305404939_10229727335344548_484883932240308281_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7xmVCvqegKiwcrBnb0GfboMdUwgRfEQDDRMeSewV0o5mXRNLPsjr6QQak3Uk06Sgl4PNyXfMwlHhrv6Du6lbDiOFio0aUCZohrFcPqwlN1DQKxBNcD5eErM1syIqAKcuDk_cSNrJGHxo3WFgAw9AmHRFeVSDAu1I5UC6kELEKG2097j0YDxpGYFvP9A/s320/305404939_10229727335344548_484883932240308281_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVmR_qFi36NiyTP_eJr-8eGJmu3lP-qOZcq2Bqil4NW_NYr0hQEFRalzbZSgqSi3ytMdggVDugQwRpChkIamAIhImg1rfsZTqQlktE4a0nf0_Fcd4CMyO1S12pHnWeP8h-eLwcUaWwo3HCM2GY8Whg-e3GJ5xMH2VwGk_dvfrVbCM_CsIv9XAQdjKz2Q/s960/305293873_10229727335704557_5354300422333302298_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVmR_qFi36NiyTP_eJr-8eGJmu3lP-qOZcq2Bqil4NW_NYr0hQEFRalzbZSgqSi3ytMdggVDugQwRpChkIamAIhImg1rfsZTqQlktE4a0nf0_Fcd4CMyO1S12pHnWeP8h-eLwcUaWwo3HCM2GY8Whg-e3GJ5xMH2VwGk_dvfrVbCM_CsIv9XAQdjKz2Q/s320/305293873_10229727335704557_5354300422333302298_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>Miles of double cord later, the prep is ready and tagged.<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoNbTtiQsiCHU8JUwuQkE3U8JizDRfYGp8nsek8RRy1YFfyXfeuv-NLpdmxeSX084Ge_IXiAJTS6iPLfxBKE-lpMZ062EroIx8-XR7Dj7ULfDK3_yCYBX7RIUI0bKmDnV5waRX332kll-0eoqfLsULXS0XAbhjCibJi_ox3nQoWtD4EG87usJ_WE9Z5g/s960/305328329_10229727339064641_3680644789807124128_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoNbTtiQsiCHU8JUwuQkE3U8JizDRfYGp8nsek8RRy1YFfyXfeuv-NLpdmxeSX084Ge_IXiAJTS6iPLfxBKE-lpMZ062EroIx8-XR7Dj7ULfDK3_yCYBX7RIUI0bKmDnV5waRX332kll-0eoqfLsULXS0XAbhjCibJi_ox3nQoWtD4EG87usJ_WE9Z5g/s320/305328329_10229727339064641_3680644789807124128_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRwAz1i5eFrUQR0HoysvLusWX5HvTBG0aUIAzKEmd5F4UZXdvAWGYUo6rAdmPezOiAHzCVacCZMfozDGqGsx7lmXU1DTNy_zOpuaZ2HOClGnzNwbJDRno__v2bAAeui8WWdwZneu1iqvAtqwpOCZJZurws4mgfZOymPyBDVfhMR8HWF7JPEYZ-hFjE5A/s960/305655767_10229727339624655_3439922234352728378_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRwAz1i5eFrUQR0HoysvLusWX5HvTBG0aUIAzKEmd5F4UZXdvAWGYUo6rAdmPezOiAHzCVacCZMfozDGqGsx7lmXU1DTNy_zOpuaZ2HOClGnzNwbJDRno__v2bAAeui8WWdwZneu1iqvAtqwpOCZJZurws4mgfZOymPyBDVfhMR8HWF7JPEYZ-hFjE5A/s320/305655767_10229727339624655_3439922234352728378_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>2. Prep Rouleaux Trim for Leaf Motifs</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The motifs will use 30, 35, and 40 inches of trim for the three size leaves. I increase the length of that to make sure I have enough for the inevitable mistake. The bias is cut to the length necessary for each leaf being careful to avoid any joins in the bias. The cotton cord is cut double the length of each bias strip. This is the cord and bias ready for each leaf.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7zSweNqyHwfQVJswmRssltq3Min3vypozx1holkDxRGWWzIVJ4sitaBQgyMMnX8irgFT2qTgd_snhnWhlp_5445KO-Wq9pb6YXJOg2FJp24vSjVZ1m_IjWvCjRGJ45ZZWHNZZuFKCf3xHB3eiRF5DhEmFl6wj2IWJQ-__KSD0Ppki4BwxsGzTQ44suA/s956/251493408_10227943857718722_2940111678624088244_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="353" data-original-width="956" height="118" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7zSweNqyHwfQVJswmRssltq3Min3vypozx1holkDxRGWWzIVJ4sitaBQgyMMnX8irgFT2qTgd_snhnWhlp_5445KO-Wq9pb6YXJOg2FJp24vSjVZ1m_IjWvCjRGJ45ZZWHNZZuFKCf3xHB3eiRF5DhEmFl6wj2IWJQ-__KSD0Ppki4BwxsGzTQ44suA/s320/251493408_10227943857718722_2940111678624088244_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The bias is sewn over the cord with right sides together using the zipper foot.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSy0FKFvnaRNlXmc9gj0xSpqBn1sTJTgAD4hArDhhJz4o6DHQfFFFt8Zw6DLB0n5yr5VjxDFxyG_YphU2e2ChBsmr1sGx7Zbc4Ni9nbpwNcxbmTo62cdDsqRORsz2wlIY-f6eiE76PEYvbyLtgWngTFp6dESro3odlgiAKGY7Pi405iw3dbGSeVfSapw/s1440/274721072_10228713519359782_7246125666543998297_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="811" data-original-width="1440" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSy0FKFvnaRNlXmc9gj0xSpqBn1sTJTgAD4hArDhhJz4o6DHQfFFFt8Zw6DLB0n5yr5VjxDFxyG_YphU2e2ChBsmr1sGx7Zbc4Ni9nbpwNcxbmTo62cdDsqRORsz2wlIY-f6eiE76PEYvbyLtgWngTFp6dESro3odlgiAKGY7Pi405iw3dbGSeVfSapw/s320/274721072_10228713519359782_7246125666543998297_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">At the end of the bias strip the stitching turns to sew across the bias where it ends on the cording.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghnXc_EHnA397pHTRlmaTRODMaPChj02YzSfVapByveujg_MT65scyPCXydmfB-YonV8XdLhSL8ZCZE9WwfRexTNPBxnTilmn-F6GqGYsudRWAI4SatzUypI9AdOHv3j8iVo8mrs6zTybLQpBg0szq4Iilrv1AKOCghVVGVWZYKZm5n7UUQ2cfoNQu1g/s960/274535080_10228713474438659_1419875067746434292_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghnXc_EHnA397pHTRlmaTRODMaPChj02YzSfVapByveujg_MT65scyPCXydmfB-YonV8XdLhSL8ZCZE9WwfRexTNPBxnTilmn-F6GqGYsudRWAI4SatzUypI9AdOHv3j8iVo8mrs6zTybLQpBg0szq4Iilrv1AKOCghVVGVWZYKZm5n7UUQ2cfoNQu1g/s320/274535080_10228713474438659_1419875067746434292_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The seam allowance is trimmed to reduce bulk when turning the rouleaux right side out but not narrow enough to pop open with tension. I cut to 1/8 inch.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj344okKy7oXKnByGZaDOoY4kX4MMJfXGjTl-W5lXNmN5CVGyapj1QE-19wi1Ne9g09RlUKx1x8zeA5k8b78WfTR2WFTyeFro0f47WGcPZ5CdclHpXdUAv79kEBlxCp2YMIZHdvv-GP2TzyR2Qq-7i3HbR9FTVB6Xgez2i7UKGoqYz_WjaoPtb5jnisUw/s960/275288284_10228713474918671_5058070555579570184_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj344okKy7oXKnByGZaDOoY4kX4MMJfXGjTl-W5lXNmN5CVGyapj1QE-19wi1Ne9g09RlUKx1x8zeA5k8b78WfTR2WFTyeFro0f47WGcPZ5CdclHpXdUAv79kEBlxCp2YMIZHdvv-GP2TzyR2Qq-7i3HbR9FTVB6Xgez2i7UKGoqYz_WjaoPtb5jnisUw/s320/275288284_10228713474918671_5058070555579570184_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Then the bias is gently teased to begin its turn inside out over the uncovered cord.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0QhUumnLSMKpIAZbQC9pKoLr7-thKPGYTNRKJtTp4jUNrj52jlZIqeik1-xrEEpHB3_JgFd1B-VuYiXPhbC9LIIuU_pob5nHSEYd7W2TgRldbSvWeLKFXW8zOPGJDLUnvd2OrEPxy6ic8_VCP9ZnIfs_l9J0_i-s5PybNkaLhKRkJsFYtpxV4T0w07Q/s960/274942182_10228713475438684_5940843240144434606_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0QhUumnLSMKpIAZbQC9pKoLr7-thKPGYTNRKJtTp4jUNrj52jlZIqeik1-xrEEpHB3_JgFd1B-VuYiXPhbC9LIIuU_pob5nHSEYd7W2TgRldbSvWeLKFXW8zOPGJDLUnvd2OrEPxy6ic8_VCP9ZnIfs_l9J0_i-s5PybNkaLhKRkJsFYtpxV4T0w07Q/s320/274942182_10228713475438684_5940843240144434606_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I found it best not to try to pull too far ahead but to use the seam allowance to gently pull the sewn bias down the cord. Once the bias has moved past the sewn end it turns quickly.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH_mpMBph7GjopRo-ygkQZNgNaAbkVQbwXq8g9p3k2c1gkRX_tOe66VU5xKWfBUNA3KQRUHCWTws7TgrQw_8paR58olH3oTI6s8pD0P1uc_fw3wFvfmmF8ru6OVgIubB5CBUdWuS_Qxe2KmdWBj0MPmukEOhSMzHQmrsvHoEwtWCrHK-fb7Hu5PZsmmA/s960/274703052_10228713475918696_5957904559788470039_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH_mpMBph7GjopRo-ygkQZNgNaAbkVQbwXq8g9p3k2c1gkRX_tOe66VU5xKWfBUNA3KQRUHCWTws7TgrQw_8paR58olH3oTI6s8pD0P1uc_fw3wFvfmmF8ru6OVgIubB5CBUdWuS_Qxe2KmdWBj0MPmukEOhSMzHQmrsvHoEwtWCrHK-fb7Hu5PZsmmA/s320/274703052_10228713475918696_5957904559788470039_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">All the rouleaux is sewn and hung and ready! Another lesson learned!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-LwNkc7MrID3YRzFszusLNfj6pJ9ip2xKx_hwakrmc6PxPX5vLNyHa3J7sG1Fjr3pr39vWEzRtDsOBUnWH4tRYTzwKY0SwYsJw0wBBQykNE1vhVNfn3Hi3sOIh8wf91RRDpEIZG8MDvaw6AGNRAXXd7PsgLue2L10C97X90WwWUr1VylkCsYK8LrDxA/s960/251847676_10227943856358688_7867166498488379837_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="528" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-LwNkc7MrID3YRzFszusLNfj6pJ9ip2xKx_hwakrmc6PxPX5vLNyHa3J7sG1Fjr3pr39vWEzRtDsOBUnWH4tRYTzwKY0SwYsJw0wBBQykNE1vhVNfn3Hi3sOIh8wf91RRDpEIZG8MDvaw6AGNRAXXd7PsgLue2L10C97X90WwWUr1VylkCsYK8LrDxA/s320/251847676_10227943856358688_7867166498488379837_n.jpg" width="176" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>3. Prep Balls for Leaf and Sleeve Motifs</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The instructions for creating the fabric balls are simple using a fabric square, a quarter for sizing, and a stuffing. I admit I changed techniques after just a few tests. The fabric square leaves just enough unused fabric after stitching and stuffing that rather than cutting off the excess and having an unfinished edge, I turned the excess into the circle before pulling the thread tight and knotting off. The excess fabric became my stuffing. This gave me a clean edge for attaching to the Spencer. I also left my thread attached after knotting to use to sew the ball to the Spencer. I used 36 balls for the leaf and sleeve motifs.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXFCV6_e_4cFSgxNUzDaAolBgiobQYtigSdw331TN3X3pu1uDYJ6n6NJsFfYmyNOyZD-H_XNZYdKDRgfkNS1jznmCpoCXS0s4uO6iK2zh-ZT8VDNKEkcL1EP2qbbIcZl3x-Ed_vb-FLXSx4PpFQEMV1xZIJ-iv7Rb1qRP2zlxqh_uMrnZHAHabkLeSzg/s960/158261152_10226315250284554_8652318924502905347_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXFCV6_e_4cFSgxNUzDaAolBgiobQYtigSdw331TN3X3pu1uDYJ6n6NJsFfYmyNOyZD-H_XNZYdKDRgfkNS1jznmCpoCXS0s4uO6iK2zh-ZT8VDNKEkcL1EP2qbbIcZl3x-Ed_vb-FLXSx4PpFQEMV1xZIJ-iv7Rb1qRP2zlxqh_uMrnZHAHabkLeSzg/s320/158261152_10226315250284554_8652318924502905347_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvBtMlTjK486NFOUMM4CJjmQeI0caoLLItErnp9V3onEj_-PU-65KYSZKNHiQe7QKHAd21eZZ7-pzYdnaVvdDmLARXJZPqeclYuMjn4G3fCBsvxXClQinT8lQlIy-zt6SMAQBZPQaNZMDk5yLYRXlzp9o-AlyYe6kmXKhqsJi4lX2y6tAuMXuDWDRapQ/s960/158438419_10226315250644563_7434870940702212379_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvBtMlTjK486NFOUMM4CJjmQeI0caoLLItErnp9V3onEj_-PU-65KYSZKNHiQe7QKHAd21eZZ7-pzYdnaVvdDmLARXJZPqeclYuMjn4G3fCBsvxXClQinT8lQlIy-zt6SMAQBZPQaNZMDk5yLYRXlzp9o-AlyYe6kmXKhqsJi4lX2y6tAuMXuDWDRapQ/s320/158438419_10226315250644563_7434870940702212379_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFeH1Un7kjVl3y4g_LgcV63-bAFY1r9SRVblNk87F8c9dpfVFDzx0gjr1SO4WXLecY6q5GpIoFfeFQEorqDfbPmkgKODbQSq3gEe1sti3yhF90nn6kO7mdxUl4sIW9HUNxq_EypKRHZJFi27HBm_VT5xRMiRuZvZ_b1N5G54A3n0JBnIVb4lplLTgWZg/s960/252007556_10227943859118757_7831924503833444377_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFeH1Un7kjVl3y4g_LgcV63-bAFY1r9SRVblNk87F8c9dpfVFDzx0gjr1SO4WXLecY6q5GpIoFfeFQEorqDfbPmkgKODbQSq3gEe1sti3yhF90nn6kO7mdxUl4sIW9HUNxq_EypKRHZJFi27HBm_VT5xRMiRuZvZ_b1N5G54A3n0JBnIVb4lplLTgWZg/s320/252007556_10227943859118757_7831924503833444377_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>4. Stitching Leaf Motifs</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Since my fabric is a mid-weight linen I did not flatline any of the pieces. Paul Tazewell had recommended a silk taffeta which would definitely benefit from flatlining. The original design also envisioned a tone-on-tone with the embellishments made from bias strips of the same silk taffeta. My cotton blend bias is also a heavier weight than silk taffeta rouleaux and double cord would be which necessitated some design changes for me. Without flatlining I was able to begin my motifs. I began with thread marking the hem, lapel roll line, center front line and notch, and armscye.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-nb1919PfgFD1iMh7lVo49k9SiTQK_NJ1zv-wqmIwLCHW_8gIACPQ40Xu1py38MsLeRUeT2nNjrYYSWl6OHWsgfKkB_nX-Jih3vY2lXZSDHLLTUbHFFfq0XilcEOV21DjLIneog_RrGXGyk3JrD9ZVVvtrcxg8WcbWGoHDi8GfTIGmtjGBmvPzca4QQ/s960/302121639_10229690831951986_6143491511924938505_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-nb1919PfgFD1iMh7lVo49k9SiTQK_NJ1zv-wqmIwLCHW_8gIACPQ40Xu1py38MsLeRUeT2nNjrYYSWl6OHWsgfKkB_nX-Jih3vY2lXZSDHLLTUbHFFfq0XilcEOV21DjLIneog_RrGXGyk3JrD9ZVVvtrcxg8WcbWGoHDi8GfTIGmtjGBmvPzca4QQ/s320/302121639_10229690831951986_6143491511924938505_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikAreSYFtg0LTJTpsAi_GIMvVJNpx6AqDRqCUlmcBGJg0HhXBrfc-vPUQuO-M5b-5ODAjHUcgu3skN3HgmASbtWHMNWoHCIPhImHMtgrYab9SWcLvppuGKYYHBjRk89CwqCV_EB5_S0TUvaG7h7wXVmYi5gLn79-wM37r6ThWxcWxBGlA7Z5HhK6pzQw/s916/302105567_10229690830831958_4636699268797647404_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="539" data-original-width="916" height="188" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikAreSYFtg0LTJTpsAi_GIMvVJNpx6AqDRqCUlmcBGJg0HhXBrfc-vPUQuO-M5b-5ODAjHUcgu3skN3HgmASbtWHMNWoHCIPhImHMtgrYab9SWcLvppuGKYYHBjRk89CwqCV_EB5_S0TUvaG7h7wXVmYi5gLn79-wM37r6ThWxcWxBGlA7Z5HhK6pzQw/s320/302105567_10229690830831958_4636699268797647404_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">One great thing about downloadable patterns is being able to reprint portions as mistakes or trials are made. I tried several ways of transferring the pattern and stitching rouleaux. I tried transferring the pattern to tissue and stitching through the design onto the fabric. I used an embroidery hoop which distorted my fabric. I used my tambour beading frame but as the pattern piece was already cut it would mean stitching it on all edges to a larger piece of fabric and then cutting that fabric away.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuARi5-VgtWqFM8cBJK7ktTvVuSd5HQ97mfr-pEZgz_ff849-IgPh04jORm5mfjtJK3yXHh3NB5ngUPhy-mQRezJFfRzMGejuHo9PDVlp_CIwINp8kGstF3Fqql7vTOcQxMqCrovZEhYgyIaJkVAhHy_jvf9bGLsN-QAUC8Wd7iDnerSAz9zh6cBJLsQ/s960/241550590_10227640142526032_929174420080524805_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuARi5-VgtWqFM8cBJK7ktTvVuSd5HQ97mfr-pEZgz_ff849-IgPh04jORm5mfjtJK3yXHh3NB5ngUPhy-mQRezJFfRzMGejuHo9PDVlp_CIwINp8kGstF3Fqql7vTOcQxMqCrovZEhYgyIaJkVAhHy_jvf9bGLsN-QAUC8Wd7iDnerSAz9zh6cBJLsQ/s320/241550590_10227640142526032_929174420080524805_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In the end this is the method I chose. I cut out the leaf design interior and traced the design onto the fabric with heat-erasable marker.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEif_cks4v6AgQwcfMS5dk2BIMCsXhePQQaMOGYZrdmX7Me-AkJQjgf2QWg28Qcz33o0zY9BY4N3k4T08hubP9kJWc26S2uhZ7ws1PZuEFJ4OTCUGJ79Jcuk6O3Ok95TRdb5zqVEsiZTJPukVHaMVgLaTaVM9ibQ0kVvnLitu8O-byySUfMvbzcbhH1uTA/s960/302426297_10229690832672004_5809577917120912784_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEif_cks4v6AgQwcfMS5dk2BIMCsXhePQQaMOGYZrdmX7Me-AkJQjgf2QWg28Qcz33o0zY9BY4N3k4T08hubP9kJWc26S2uhZ7ws1PZuEFJ4OTCUGJ79Jcuk6O3Ok95TRdb5zqVEsiZTJPukVHaMVgLaTaVM9ibQ0kVvnLitu8O-byySUfMvbzcbhH1uTA/s320/302426297_10229690832672004_5809577917120912784_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHmkc5sqUvKI2hmkOCmGJrImPMpLD14UbkL5mVeBxpk5ttJOpAouaneKe0HR67308sTwOAq5Ib4D4POtAiTmssDDFYyLDL4bi7NmcMIihhAZw_EELVv9eC-ulKcrzG-MzZ0nLyQp3xdkQ3XoORfrEidaWYXYx4KGOgxANdrKL8_MN2MVIIuEzOGKfXCw/s960/302177262_10229690833472024_2197000326061591221_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHmkc5sqUvKI2hmkOCmGJrImPMpLD14UbkL5mVeBxpk5ttJOpAouaneKe0HR67308sTwOAq5Ib4D4POtAiTmssDDFYyLDL4bi7NmcMIihhAZw_EELVv9eC-ulKcrzG-MzZ0nLyQp3xdkQ3XoORfrEidaWYXYx4KGOgxANdrKL8_MN2MVIIuEzOGKfXCw/s320/302177262_10229690833472024_2197000326061591221_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsGYMdjhxAHDBEA-4tegIxsWyPGwrIHElmK1qbN0TVp2Et_vGOjrNB-8sa1JyG-gpStyZ6clHiH0Nlztjmu-nrlfPLn5prTgsTCem4SOdwZoMMm4H_c6g_7hQsjIDYxVscDt-R5DbK3voL46BVB402JpCiUFEVSfPtL2pshRl1vrfZTT9Cr5Sezx611w/s960/302084697_10229690833952036_3515414543188825490_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsGYMdjhxAHDBEA-4tegIxsWyPGwrIHElmK1qbN0TVp2Et_vGOjrNB-8sa1JyG-gpStyZ6clHiH0Nlztjmu-nrlfPLn5prTgsTCem4SOdwZoMMm4H_c6g_7hQsjIDYxVscDt-R5DbK3voL46BVB402JpCiUFEVSfPtL2pshRl1vrfZTT9Cr5Sezx611w/s320/302084697_10229690833952036_3515414543188825490_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgx6Rxp35F9JfLh_XeAXEDtQ340nIVVnUBomr48F0_ONw8z5dQVVnl9JelwTUOx3-mIneTOUKu7g_AmD3YUifZSXuoFIlgfCj5gF-Kf9krHg425kfyUUAyhGXoVIeTdi0MqXhUEHgIlvVA_5_wBE-djozjH1oW51-dAEmFI0umUPjgi4yMpSYZKPUuvcg/s960/302015792_10229690834592052_5073549990209683086_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgx6Rxp35F9JfLh_XeAXEDtQ340nIVVnUBomr48F0_ONw8z5dQVVnl9JelwTUOx3-mIneTOUKu7g_AmD3YUifZSXuoFIlgfCj5gF-Kf9krHg425kfyUUAyhGXoVIeTdi0MqXhUEHgIlvVA_5_wBE-djozjH1oW51-dAEmFI0umUPjgi4yMpSYZKPUuvcg/s320/302015792_10229690834592052_5073549990209683086_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I also learned from my practice piece a method that worked for me to sew the rouleaux. I would catch a few threads of the fabric at the design line and a stitch in the rouleaux at the seam line. Tightening the thread brought the seam close to the design line. I kept all the rouleaux slanting in the same direction through all the turns so that I could maintain the same stitch pattern. The rouleaux seam is always folded to the design line and then a few stitches made and the technique continues. With this method I did not have to hoop the fabric and was able to always work all the stitches from the right side of the fabric. Is this the right way? I have no idea! But it worked for me and I love the result. 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The end will not be covered and I remove some of the cord, turn in the raw edge, and stitch it to the fabric.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyV3Gn-zIvUWKvabH3bEg1Zk-fvGEG5LjK5Kn-FS9Zrg3NBPnUBuPA5N8H3m6YWbjTh6_jEFoPkFgxAo7o9vZRt2IFXbslckG04R1jzHV4Esy_IPqcRsHbiO-uxAZhhz5MGQLm4_ADDi-efVPLj1avS3ESHEH8GxxLYZBqBd4YDghp0pRhs3d2yZQDrg/s960/302095732_10229690841032213_1635382598193308263_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyV3Gn-zIvUWKvabH3bEg1Zk-fvGEG5LjK5Kn-FS9Zrg3NBPnUBuPA5N8H3m6YWbjTh6_jEFoPkFgxAo7o9vZRt2IFXbslckG04R1jzHV4Esy_IPqcRsHbiO-uxAZhhz5MGQLm4_ADDi-efVPLj1avS3ESHEH8GxxLYZBqBd4YDghp0pRhs3d2yZQDrg/s320/302095732_10229690841032213_1635382598193308263_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">With the leaves finished on one side it is time to attach the balls.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9AJDjADgyYVv_Ff46iX2_MJ4qbEoocA83NSzXMT5NVN_j6hbKuU0J1AkrH3Q4SwTeGPx0KuHWuVfFuwV7cHkE2dl0BQsOK47AecKDmsVMKdbWD8eFzwGPlZuEfDLHyl8ZZJ7vhXj-WfZjBRjLbHiuklc6jA0f_ZRYJjXJwZQCUwaBHmoMJkOGK5Hj4w/s960/302235360_10229690844072289_6453866937731135879_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9AJDjADgyYVv_Ff46iX2_MJ4qbEoocA83NSzXMT5NVN_j6hbKuU0J1AkrH3Q4SwTeGPx0KuHWuVfFuwV7cHkE2dl0BQsOK47AecKDmsVMKdbWD8eFzwGPlZuEfDLHyl8ZZJ7vhXj-WfZjBRjLbHiuklc6jA0f_ZRYJjXJwZQCUwaBHmoMJkOGK5Hj4w/s320/302235360_10229690844072289_6453866937731135879_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Using the thread left on the balls I tack down the underside of each ball.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWMbgGrshn8RRt3LUZWxEdYcjkTPPc9xcuPouedwvAorBjXWkniIYh-fuWpQnBo93XqIH9QfEadH0XI_KMABHebPpPgA8pEARNhoDhkIanRyh-l5vthkk44wwgfojx0aPqzucrFDcuNGghBX4ACgR4sjhtVeReqUuAMazBrfx9r8fU-cI6h7nswMkRHQ/s960/301251438_10229690879193167_2835624889264396487_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWMbgGrshn8RRt3LUZWxEdYcjkTPPc9xcuPouedwvAorBjXWkniIYh-fuWpQnBo93XqIH9QfEadH0XI_KMABHebPpPgA8pEARNhoDhkIanRyh-l5vthkk44wwgfojx0aPqzucrFDcuNGghBX4ACgR4sjhtVeReqUuAMazBrfx9r8fU-cI6h7nswMkRHQ/s320/301251438_10229690879193167_2835624889264396487_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Yay!! A finished leaf and ball motif!!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBfpp6LZMMOuGttdbdQQAKHkt3tYOYoZ7ieC3Vl60m4iYgB-lsSbNmfKpLKkmMzuBGQdpfVgTasMcV3Mw_MWQAI6DbSy_wSqteo9lAdBL0bEcS2hyQ9JzuwSE739pWn218mc7Ar5YAXvZwHgH0L-QIDNzZYGz_84Cz6U_3qcnZ0aLpfXqL-FZ-5sI0Zw/s960/301003352_10229690880193192_4152893721336646296_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBfpp6LZMMOuGttdbdQQAKHkt3tYOYoZ7ieC3Vl60m4iYgB-lsSbNmfKpLKkmMzuBGQdpfVgTasMcV3Mw_MWQAI6DbSy_wSqteo9lAdBL0bEcS2hyQ9JzuwSE739pWn218mc7Ar5YAXvZwHgH0L-QIDNzZYGz_84Cz6U_3qcnZ0aLpfXqL-FZ-5sI0Zw/s320/301003352_10229690880193192_4152893721336646296_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I know this is just a learning piece and not what the designer envisioned, but I do love how all that embellishment shows up on the toile fabric.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJf1vxJ1J3PtmSKfexZeM2PtCNMJHGJSw_QiO7j4juKLweNQ-TgsgbVcNK-OqGwsKpFJD2XQm5UwGK3saIkyokF85owvjWbThevDwd9eI_2pTBeNxbiSjybJVAGeEmRqDRKrnBRcAmfXOYErA9wMpW-siIQ1bi-kbWSO9Ywv1PP3bIlP3QFRIxuLxAbQ/s960/301960876_10229690881753231_1764734895802133368_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJf1vxJ1J3PtmSKfexZeM2PtCNMJHGJSw_QiO7j4juKLweNQ-TgsgbVcNK-OqGwsKpFJD2XQm5UwGK3saIkyokF85owvjWbThevDwd9eI_2pTBeNxbiSjybJVAGeEmRqDRKrnBRcAmfXOYErA9wMpW-siIQ1bi-kbWSO9Ywv1PP3bIlP3QFRIxuLxAbQ/s320/301960876_10229690881753231_1764734895802133368_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Just for my own peace of mind, each knot gets a dab of glue.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGlsabt2nwWvohIY8TKzWt7LsZcBk15IkrviJUCipxwFtrkI6p7AsRaC-Z9LzvkCcsCiAnXcBk98fuJdJ6gTYTHNS43tunvlLnPoCk82BgbfyeCNUbqjxYIsRHmwf6OSlbwUR6H4sqy6e66fTd7wJbKNqTNMK_uuhDn8GYD1qdDLQDH2fGIk-q03GNJQ/s960/301947784_10229690882193242_570792783650734156_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGlsabt2nwWvohIY8TKzWt7LsZcBk15IkrviJUCipxwFtrkI6p7AsRaC-Z9LzvkCcsCiAnXcBk98fuJdJ6gTYTHNS43tunvlLnPoCk82BgbfyeCNUbqjxYIsRHmwf6OSlbwUR6H4sqy6e66fTd7wJbKNqTNMK_uuhDn8GYD1qdDLQDH2fGIk-q03GNJQ/s320/301947784_10229690882193242_570792783650734156_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Prep Front for Stitching</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Front darts are stitched and pressed to one side.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhy_FOLcXmscAcnJPeY0letX5y8RNf7ezLMnivw5PVF9xhb1iwwIZkPYbGZWC3UxcCjm044me8IEfJ-Tmbl1ECBPZrVHu7iyIirceL8gqYuuWNSM18M2_z6nYSwemlIHjSwWbRgiVyqSDMLwKQmKNLnbhg3Bp75ooHR0wzg75ILqh1f8clHwGRT_1gxcQ/s914/304757202_10229705045827324_2742690805466511725_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="527" data-original-width="914" height="185" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhy_FOLcXmscAcnJPeY0letX5y8RNf7ezLMnivw5PVF9xhb1iwwIZkPYbGZWC3UxcCjm044me8IEfJ-Tmbl1ECBPZrVHu7iyIirceL8gqYuuWNSM18M2_z6nYSwemlIHjSwWbRgiVyqSDMLwKQmKNLnbhg3Bp75ooHR0wzg75ILqh1f8clHwGRT_1gxcQ/s320/304757202_10229705045827324_2742690805466511725_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8GxmTucremgjw06qI-3tNIssGVo_PqnVcuowxjFSpZxUN0RXY8eUyKY7vjRU2lA6CG4wwSnrr3n_bQQTeXrnl1su0vFzJeR5cZovtz5AiLqHgoziqAaqP5ke4yu1MBYFRdQa0uXgbaGNhWbS7R7CzX2JrKsQ-lOQhfwdtnkUVx1W87wmMCVbOfnqfLA/s910/303296627_10229705046267335_854758107050764898_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="526" data-original-width="910" height="185" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8GxmTucremgjw06qI-3tNIssGVo_PqnVcuowxjFSpZxUN0RXY8eUyKY7vjRU2lA6CG4wwSnrr3n_bQQTeXrnl1su0vFzJeR5cZovtz5AiLqHgoziqAaqP5ke4yu1MBYFRdQa0uXgbaGNhWbS7R7CzX2JrKsQ-lOQhfwdtnkUVx1W87wmMCVbOfnqfLA/s320/303296627_10229705046267335_854758107050764898_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The interfacing is cut for the fronts and collar. Pattern markings are transferred to the fronts and seam allowances marked as directed.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEix5qCy6fW90jhf74vEihOAxdyDBSCFMmSKq1ZTGm8F3zTBsI-y7IhuTpSI9HG36nxTBrcQJYco9WFEuL_0hyqSSRoCVolbEUQkiRfRV9clCIyuXRPmwD4CpR0sc626RGaRjZAVYKCuXmiGkkx7XHDjfZjWISxEyVp0Wz5rDlRLiq3Xxj1o1KOrCgvyNw/s960/302720649_10229705045507316_3991766090766725420_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEix5qCy6fW90jhf74vEihOAxdyDBSCFMmSKq1ZTGm8F3zTBsI-y7IhuTpSI9HG36nxTBrcQJYco9WFEuL_0hyqSSRoCVolbEUQkiRfRV9clCIyuXRPmwD4CpR0sc626RGaRjZAVYKCuXmiGkkx7XHDjfZjWISxEyVp0Wz5rDlRLiq3Xxj1o1KOrCgvyNw/s320/302720649_10229705045507316_3991766090766725420_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGvgQP8RzsQHYF2x-_zQV5KgCqfIRHYwIFbIUdRXlUUxjnLP5H-xn5352Y0npXopOvwaG6oXzASQGaqWYyryJEOiBdYWHX8uPauAoUIrfvwocuXwaga7i2Dtm67_1xY1cODqorQihkGl0oikm53nC4xvUXlbNkzS8wmzMzm09URJLW3Gm2CEkQRRZktw/s960/302482485_10229705047587368_8888150034742088822_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGvgQP8RzsQHYF2x-_zQV5KgCqfIRHYwIFbIUdRXlUUxjnLP5H-xn5352Y0npXopOvwaG6oXzASQGaqWYyryJEOiBdYWHX8uPauAoUIrfvwocuXwaga7i2Dtm67_1xY1cODqorQihkGl0oikm53nC4xvUXlbNkzS8wmzMzm09URJLW3Gm2CEkQRRZktw/s320/302482485_10229705047587368_8888150034742088822_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The interfacing is pinned to the fabric rolling the lapel at the roll line before pinning.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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The cut edges are basted. The shoulder and armscye are left unattached. 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Body</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Again, I did not flatline the mid-weight linen fabric pieces. So I can move to the next step in this section which is to thread mark the hem and armscye on all pieces.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSkrnyTC07D3Siu_q2zii8a3ONP7bt5Hn1hqACtHbyW0e7JHV4f2WxM1HuXWqlx5YufvK3txN5XDeNKykcSgiShd141tg_x_0-nbvTpPkdsXeApKn7KEROTRSZosPd4WFXbTWnGpp9xCh4ksA4aqj3LFXqqu8l_fwfOvTRKK8b1oLiAf0f_oEXETD02Q/s960/301975689_10229690882553251_3620028656938209762_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSkrnyTC07D3Siu_q2zii8a3ONP7bt5Hn1hqACtHbyW0e7JHV4f2WxM1HuXWqlx5YufvK3txN5XDeNKykcSgiShd141tg_x_0-nbvTpPkdsXeApKn7KEROTRSZosPd4WFXbTWnGpp9xCh4ksA4aqj3LFXqqu8l_fwfOvTRKK8b1oLiAf0f_oEXETD02Q/s320/301975689_10229690882553251_3620028656938209762_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The side backs are sewn to the center back.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFSlrBTVPmqUMoFmxnAPwB-swtg_nd6qUrCX6_d2RSqwZnMcamYDFq0jeuE0_EkbCAHkZC72Fng5gHJ5NiTLKf-z4lQ7ak73abaSQ86u_8VRsCUjVCI7M9qgrUR6s-q9MRDOAh021wRRSAoxI8KzFp_XWfQv6DIFAS-Uxu4GPG8zLvCIG8iQODLP_phQ/s960/303643887_10229705054187533_2655688555478945002_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFSlrBTVPmqUMoFmxnAPwB-swtg_nd6qUrCX6_d2RSqwZnMcamYDFq0jeuE0_EkbCAHkZC72Fng5gHJ5NiTLKf-z4lQ7ak73abaSQ86u_8VRsCUjVCI7M9qgrUR6s-q9MRDOAh021wRRSAoxI8KzFp_XWfQv6DIFAS-Uxu4GPG8zLvCIG8iQODLP_phQ/s320/303643887_10229705054187533_2655688555478945002_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The side seams are sewn.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSroje4b3DG5EBoIa5MTyp4Z1nfDCZ-zhgWqR-bOCQz8r3VXwraJmdhrI5oXkyGSN0VFp7JVMEcS-o5ua8L_3IQdgPgUhLxZZfpRvquiy45UMtg2sVJmof_lvwop6CMHhsfbmuGoOIsKyQHVw-__QOxBtbheoe0LwaHdjA30lp9qlq3YBIli7HSmB08w/s960/303982443_10229705054987553_5315220299888315816_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSroje4b3DG5EBoIa5MTyp4Z1nfDCZ-zhgWqR-bOCQz8r3VXwraJmdhrI5oXkyGSN0VFp7JVMEcS-o5ua8L_3IQdgPgUhLxZZfpRvquiy45UMtg2sVJmof_lvwop6CMHhsfbmuGoOIsKyQHVw-__QOxBtbheoe0LwaHdjA30lp9qlq3YBIli7HSmB08w/s320/303982443_10229705054987553_5315220299888315816_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The shoulder seams are sewn leaving the interfacing free.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTaiz9h6WqiAtbYrKJ9AnEMPfvbVJKrLzdKpUAIi3NzdwB04eoBbTMb0mjMXQhEJ5xYwUXp57BJmZeAsiQn1HwFoYWNkRbizncrFErBHMiAZ0Mg4ML-WLVvLm8vQ4LTqX89NpgsA2BrvJrvodoycVdPqSp8r4kI8DmGrOBLZuWyAl4d1T2gbNg3e0BeQ/s960/302779670_10229705054587543_4925892135844915667_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTaiz9h6WqiAtbYrKJ9AnEMPfvbVJKrLzdKpUAIi3NzdwB04eoBbTMb0mjMXQhEJ5xYwUXp57BJmZeAsiQn1HwFoYWNkRbizncrFErBHMiAZ0Mg4ML-WLVvLm8vQ4LTqX89NpgsA2BrvJrvodoycVdPqSp8r4kI8DmGrOBLZuWyAl4d1T2gbNg3e0BeQ/s320/302779670_10229705054587543_4925892135844915667_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And all seams are pressed open or to one side as instructed. 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Belt</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The hemline and center front are threadmarked.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjV42yKWDPJxiRhEAF4nG_zTFTCbBnjxh1gepCGjL-R44VnMz4G39HZJPoR9gNMHlTIouULpR4rRYybuinrcsfuhq8sl1fwFIWk5ET5IXK3m4Ii05DYnWt083uiaqu1TKMyzRm9vjJS0RT3Ehmt5Wzgcsmb8ovf8YnHPVj9GgUfY4-fX1finL6t3sLBSg/s960/302613345_10229705052947502_5610859632766476538_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjV42yKWDPJxiRhEAF4nG_zTFTCbBnjxh1gepCGjL-R44VnMz4G39HZJPoR9gNMHlTIouULpR4rRYybuinrcsfuhq8sl1fwFIWk5ET5IXK3m4Ii05DYnWt083uiaqu1TKMyzRm9vjJS0RT3Ehmt5Wzgcsmb8ovf8YnHPVj9GgUfY4-fX1finL6t3sLBSg/s320/302613345_10229705052947502_5610859632766476538_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The top of the belt is sewn to the bottom of the body matching notches. The seam allowances are pressed down toward the belt.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6ayTJ9nqU6TrfFyqjljmafgli7Cmj9N21lZnJH02sqWQQms2gc-wCH21U6XmsK3sdz7Hh_4S--vfESW-7ae1F3y71JIpHNW7M1k-qcvEGQs8Z-1GJlbNTGE5dd8PH-KdTwzIVISA_aLH-_YVgI5PiF2B105YXM6DMNvLcfbPiMN8ygZ76fo6MfO9gPQ/s960/302585308_10229705060387688_2651342265519052293_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6ayTJ9nqU6TrfFyqjljmafgli7Cmj9N21lZnJH02sqWQQms2gc-wCH21U6XmsK3sdz7Hh_4S--vfESW-7ae1F3y71JIpHNW7M1k-qcvEGQs8Z-1GJlbNTGE5dd8PH-KdTwzIVISA_aLH-_YVgI5PiF2B105YXM6DMNvLcfbPiMN8ygZ76fo6MfO9gPQ/s320/302585308_10229705060387688_2651342265519052293_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Collar</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The parts of the collar consist of the outside collar, a fashion fabric inside collar, a length of the double cord, the interfacing marked for seam allowances and quilting direction, and I've cut a piece of muslin as flatlining for the collar as it will be used as the base for quilting the interfacing. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivH6V-aOx4fDEKbOrPL6GFt6aaqWKdiCRYh0VXe-wQR_LBoalaI1i3jXlyh7Z9uNtAV6WFFREjazhaIi9Jmg2_lAm_zxLNATkef9fnRNzmh_Eyohns618o7zs_1tsGD0w_tIhH9mCi8SeZ3WhN04BWleK9BRhNPC7rfKkCZa5l8W0uLKTRHRonHkXD1Q/s960/305207911_10229727336464576_6881126081492346429_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivH6V-aOx4fDEKbOrPL6GFt6aaqWKdiCRYh0VXe-wQR_LBoalaI1i3jXlyh7Z9uNtAV6WFFREjazhaIi9Jmg2_lAm_zxLNATkef9fnRNzmh_Eyohns618o7zs_1tsGD0w_tIhH9mCi8SeZ3WhN04BWleK9BRhNPC7rfKkCZa5l8W0uLKTRHRonHkXD1Q/s320/305207911_10229727336464576_6881126081492346429_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The interfacing seam allowances are cut away and the interfacing quilted to the flatlining according to the pattern instructions.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhclmRhTYWrnu8Cr8ipHVN2iU7dB-foG1ppcDVRz9fdSAtfD_No0v-x9kfBRicOJTH5O3zkhqBMV3w1tARxnZcZyqKqeBLBBU5jore3Ue9lyxoRS_G4R7j4ZnShZ64XCgPuddamvNEY0XncWpKFKel_ivNR5H0akv6Q7Bj6b6fg10rzgmjmlSW75URe8g/s960/305540555_10229727336984589_6139635648282638076_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhclmRhTYWrnu8Cr8ipHVN2iU7dB-foG1ppcDVRz9fdSAtfD_No0v-x9kfBRicOJTH5O3zkhqBMV3w1tARxnZcZyqKqeBLBBU5jore3Ue9lyxoRS_G4R7j4ZnShZ64XCgPuddamvNEY0XncWpKFKel_ivNR5H0akv6Q7Bj6b6fg10rzgmjmlSW75URe8g/s320/305540555_10229727336984589_6139635648282638076_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The quilted piece is then flatlined to the inside collar.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWMfcbalcgjUcsx7QfXh65aO77NUz_wiWgSk63j8QMHHuz8k2QRfdyUAwhJgLrkJIDHgisc40z_X6Ax_SHzfuuADcIoPCpPn5kJMuC8RR2QhM2UvOLOvJ7D-g8jak1ZEwlzrlYmIjV2QeEp34zrIW7rMMxisjN-RXmf1qK-w2frrjIQzKxbGaYPZjRFA/s960/305401682_10229727337464601_7780238233389030057_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWMfcbalcgjUcsx7QfXh65aO77NUz_wiWgSk63j8QMHHuz8k2QRfdyUAwhJgLrkJIDHgisc40z_X6Ax_SHzfuuADcIoPCpPn5kJMuC8RR2QhM2UvOLOvJ7D-g8jak1ZEwlzrlYmIjV2QeEp34zrIW7rMMxisjN-RXmf1qK-w2frrjIQzKxbGaYPZjRFA/s320/305401682_10229727337464601_7780238233389030057_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgI1Fky1W8xJk0MYZ5DKnNYiCtFRv-SZaOrWM3W0qYqmXjJSyS23mUsZdxrVsVgG6KUbwCEmsa7mqzEZrhFFM35HdxGXGkUvDySUb3r8xboVmGE_kPTwz0f46meUCsznb1LXOXf4EeK_2WyrbwqZyIBejbpLmC622nPYwbTQWZvxB0LprXp9b-JgzVwBA/s960/305398017_10229727337784609_5094470748246581488_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgI1Fky1W8xJk0MYZ5DKnNYiCtFRv-SZaOrWM3W0qYqmXjJSyS23mUsZdxrVsVgG6KUbwCEmsa7mqzEZrhFFM35HdxGXGkUvDySUb3r8xboVmGE_kPTwz0f46meUCsznb1LXOXf4EeK_2WyrbwqZyIBejbpLmC622nPYwbTQWZvxB0LprXp9b-JgzVwBA/s320/305398017_10229727337784609_5094470748246581488_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">For ease in attaching the double cord to the collar (and in all subsequent pieces where the double cord is used) I measure, mark, and trim the allowance to the required seam allowance for the collar. This allows me to simply align the raw edges and the stitching will be on the seam line.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibmtlR2dgeNm8tlCNmfBnJfjRxgBkcaVo7CBk87WLqUkBqRxS_O1d3r158c_5N3hl9iFMf63A0PjOyQxR8a6nzbdoIRvuhey2EE1FqvYHaDyyioorujnqc9GzSF5nkZMklJkFr9IkU72ndcMO6oi8etnpJb2vnmJvw_D_K6332vM68zREFUyWjLHbM1g/s960/305397069_10229727338144618_8318724537632010389_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibmtlR2dgeNm8tlCNmfBnJfjRxgBkcaVo7CBk87WLqUkBqRxS_O1d3r158c_5N3hl9iFMf63A0PjOyQxR8a6nzbdoIRvuhey2EE1FqvYHaDyyioorujnqc9GzSF5nkZMklJkFr9IkU72ndcMO6oi8etnpJb2vnmJvw_D_K6332vM68zREFUyWjLHbM1g/s320/305397069_10229727338144618_8318724537632010389_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvEkc4ToUNLJ2ZvihtR24eh8sh1rv1q1MrGLkhDWO86Xmn1lbGoDQ5jnrlkyuGOSN8kR8mKKadVFUN6S0bAHB8AC5geWQhdWIrcs2MB6-Wu2E40jQD4qJKuOgghbWDEIq7aZSIAPH4LN94XxlaRWiDnpI1CPXLzJZ1z5SCigYtiSj3e58v6DWsOm3FvQ/s960/305221396_10229727341224695_827508538757065614_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvEkc4ToUNLJ2ZvihtR24eh8sh1rv1q1MrGLkhDWO86Xmn1lbGoDQ5jnrlkyuGOSN8kR8mKKadVFUN6S0bAHB8AC5geWQhdWIrcs2MB6-Wu2E40jQD4qJKuOgghbWDEIq7aZSIAPH4LN94XxlaRWiDnpI1CPXLzJZ1z5SCigYtiSj3e58v6DWsOm3FvQ/s320/305221396_10229727341224695_827508538757065614_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhO4pWsDSBbvm4Y5PNJsSbLOcleZd0Wdjrl83O7A-MUigsgM7Era1tnBNhVsUaqI5mHPR1DROxiRTWAs-u6fgErdZClLvfGJhHkuju2SyKtgCqqzhKOF134iwNVoVKU1O8fYPMEmqwBvWCXKJnBgbvpCfMpEybQ9fQ6Mtydd4fjDqZC7G87NCQh8z4JQg/s960/305571559_10229727341864711_1287871602492501278_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhO4pWsDSBbvm4Y5PNJsSbLOcleZd0Wdjrl83O7A-MUigsgM7Era1tnBNhVsUaqI5mHPR1DROxiRTWAs-u6fgErdZClLvfGJhHkuju2SyKtgCqqzhKOF134iwNVoVKU1O8fYPMEmqwBvWCXKJnBgbvpCfMpEybQ9fQ6Mtydd4fjDqZC7G87NCQh8z4JQg/s320/305571559_10229727341864711_1287871602492501278_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>9. Cord and Lining</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A stay stitch is sewn at the corner of the neckline and lapel and then clipped. Double cord is prepared by trimming the seam allowance paying close attention to the varying seam allowances of the parts of the body. The double cord is then sewn across the top of the lapel, down the front, around the hem and up the other side and across the top of the opposite lapel. The cord is clipped in the seam allowance as necessary to curve or turn.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Hmmm, no photos. Sorry! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The collar is sewn on and the seam allowance clipped and the seam allowance tacked to the collar facing.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiloy7Nn8dt_ZhM_V7_fjC4WW_8WSa9gFiwu1VNUstDUjYnlMA1C8V297sHiQT7_wcTSEbcjQwP6izi788CaYb0rZT3b2BbQk8eV5YTNA7gB70UK3FnaXMqTTm1d4o9JRYM3TRHNVdGspPginBehKrKMf2OJL8sQ6jhQGN-5bSzsdP8CWdnuaROmx4l7Q/s2048/302426835_10229758795571034_7990074497037309796_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiloy7Nn8dt_ZhM_V7_fjC4WW_8WSa9gFiwu1VNUstDUjYnlMA1C8V297sHiQT7_wcTSEbcjQwP6izi788CaYb0rZT3b2BbQk8eV5YTNA7gB70UK3FnaXMqTTm1d4o9JRYM3TRHNVdGspPginBehKrKMf2OJL8sQ6jhQGN-5bSzsdP8CWdnuaROmx4l7Q/s320/302426835_10229758795571034_7990074497037309796_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmTdBZELuZ4rncVekm-AczLEwBZbmP8foQMHw24hM2bpecwCac3UcPy7qDcKdlRo8ak5GY5gHlBVDKtuPN9uvjpB91IQJ5xsmutsS29fA1OgxEafXhseB-hI0nrmGwRSSgs_xQXZP3IwG9ndnZXNYa0NTahpMqx4ybyhD1RsbaNK8VrrsWnL7J4olKPw/s2048/302113992_10229758784450756_6101284124822884252_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmTdBZELuZ4rncVekm-AczLEwBZbmP8foQMHw24hM2bpecwCac3UcPy7qDcKdlRo8ak5GY5gHlBVDKtuPN9uvjpB91IQJ5xsmutsS29fA1OgxEafXhseB-hI0nrmGwRSSgs_xQXZP3IwG9ndnZXNYa0NTahpMqx4ybyhD1RsbaNK8VrrsWnL7J4olKPw/s320/302113992_10229758784450756_6101284124822884252_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This is how the double cord met the corner of the neckline and lapel.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyQ_B9aVY3cFPWxXJrwCs8pM-p2DSOCglaoG0vCe4bRKK67HnaQPZTOc83IU3F-aDiEIMjgWdMIy-TjkAcuAp65d_vcpygDnFJ9SDHph6nlf60L2vsjula7D41L5zTVLHxkG6HtFBwcPpHQFVbxsuF2OckIhuqlpILbNpFaRE47NI5pwVqXNJiwoQlyg/s2048/305090425_10229758786330803_5427321157820498439_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyQ_B9aVY3cFPWxXJrwCs8pM-p2DSOCglaoG0vCe4bRKK67HnaQPZTOc83IU3F-aDiEIMjgWdMIy-TjkAcuAp65d_vcpygDnFJ9SDHph6nlf60L2vsjula7D41L5zTVLHxkG6HtFBwcPpHQFVbxsuF2OckIhuqlpILbNpFaRE47NI5pwVqXNJiwoQlyg/s320/305090425_10229758786330803_5427321157820498439_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I placed the Spencer on the dressform and marked where the collar and the lapel overlapped and marked that point. The collar is positioned behind the lapel. I tried the Spencer on to doublecheck how comfortable with the forward tilt of the collar and the stand of the lapel. Once I adjusted and was satisfied I tacked that point together with a few stitches.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYFpjLhXEy9KvEeyYN--9I-0ykYAb9uTO6Fl-a8JpgX2nWL-V_Y5aHMFbVbC9cDOtaLl0mPe5MxtjERK7cWqPBgYoQ3-izFgpjs_Ze6TQsd9YpoSILEZjCX7nDq7a_Tg236tnG9ouQW1X5YLeqUuwSf30c2AFwhabCGM9bjqjztrpjJcE9T421-YOhwg/s2048/301792296_10229758788210850_7469129676133431818_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYFpjLhXEy9KvEeyYN--9I-0ykYAb9uTO6Fl-a8JpgX2nWL-V_Y5aHMFbVbC9cDOtaLl0mPe5MxtjERK7cWqPBgYoQ3-izFgpjs_Ze6TQsd9YpoSILEZjCX7nDq7a_Tg236tnG9ouQW1X5YLeqUuwSf30c2AFwhabCGM9bjqjztrpjJcE9T421-YOhwg/s320/301792296_10229758788210850_7469129676133431818_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2AHi0ZRCXcOsKkmjKJNET7TuBkmMtl1tFV5cJA_yVLwIcau-abhDKqnAXD5IeSTZciFU0__aw7uGPhXaTDx7iOg-9PgH9X33FY85-CfegTugyDVFSjYG_bUH3EP2XhrFJWqTPkU3UiNGSsyV3rbwafvAMEE3ArbeorZRl_HokBz2040d8xMwg9VXyUA/s2048/305393752_10229758791050921_2283647811898214901_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2AHi0ZRCXcOsKkmjKJNET7TuBkmMtl1tFV5cJA_yVLwIcau-abhDKqnAXD5IeSTZciFU0__aw7uGPhXaTDx7iOg-9PgH9X33FY85-CfegTugyDVFSjYG_bUH3EP2XhrFJWqTPkU3UiNGSsyV3rbwafvAMEE3ArbeorZRl_HokBz2040d8xMwg9VXyUA/s320/305393752_10229758791050921_2283647811898214901_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Here you can see the double cord from the corner of the neckline and lapel, across the top of the lapel, down the front, across the lower edge, and up the opposite side.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggl6gJBJaFOEG-FcXEultWlbb8hfRPx16235R-xkrZo6P1F4oyKPXA5Ix-2orxpG8SHoGY0om33s8WTxCfvBrrmmkh3MEg0atCix0Ywypyl0X7vGsFz_HNBWJtme232UXmXCHexl_z_ekYAHzkd5JbVgT93gtKSl5jIctM22Owpz9z6G6UiGsrXy0mXA/s2048/305659294_10229758792290952_6939821580389673564_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggl6gJBJaFOEG-FcXEultWlbb8hfRPx16235R-xkrZo6P1F4oyKPXA5Ix-2orxpG8SHoGY0om33s8WTxCfvBrrmmkh3MEg0atCix0Ywypyl0X7vGsFz_HNBWJtme232UXmXCHexl_z_ekYAHzkd5JbVgT93gtKSl5jIctM22Owpz9z6G6UiGsrXy0mXA/s320/305659294_10229758792290952_6939821580389673564_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjp98nU9dKgEptkzWzCD7vzmZnohmyxQ0rwegiZ3ZQSHRnynTEmkyOvOajX9ODm9_YWMQC9nRvDyH_OSK31Mx8jYlocHI7QyXYrcIQSQimaHJbYyomoZwpOnij9DTAHf4fkI4M4bNIPlkj-13gQm6I_9mbngb0bHXpewQjUWT-B8CUaFJRsx9uLx1mqtg/s2048/302104691_10229758792810965_3462020093205021232_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjp98nU9dKgEptkzWzCD7vzmZnohmyxQ0rwegiZ3ZQSHRnynTEmkyOvOajX9ODm9_YWMQC9nRvDyH_OSK31Mx8jYlocHI7QyXYrcIQSQimaHJbYyomoZwpOnij9DTAHf4fkI4M4bNIPlkj-13gQm6I_9mbngb0bHXpewQjUWT-B8CUaFJRsx9uLx1mqtg/s320/302104691_10229758792810965_3462020093205021232_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5p_v_soMryUUVOmgUQcDaO_3hS1kBzbkqfXIkPiTzjWXUS3dKKjWtOwHDdn0SUR5qAEwY5PmzuUKXwe9wmzz8A44MIWD9lQmm6kss5_8ZEfIr0yueK6jZ-CX522k-Q-rYyiDz9Kv3kuX2r0xrd-1NKg4zf6ZTHuvWik0RhTLWJL4Cv5PlOqVQ9WlCDw/s2048/305996291_10229758793250976_5729835313078394110_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5p_v_soMryUUVOmgUQcDaO_3hS1kBzbkqfXIkPiTzjWXUS3dKKjWtOwHDdn0SUR5qAEwY5PmzuUKXwe9wmzz8A44MIWD9lQmm6kss5_8ZEfIr0yueK6jZ-CX522k-Q-rYyiDz9Kv3kuX2r0xrd-1NKg4zf6ZTHuvWik0RhTLWJL4Cv5PlOqVQ9WlCDw/s320/305996291_10229758793250976_5729835313078394110_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Lining the body begins with the belt lining. It is stitched at the center front and hem of the belt. The belt lining is turned up and basted into the ditch of the seam between the belt and fronts, sides, and back.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuD47p5vIe8-h4d6t3ubIB5jml6C6SYBBmu2r8Lxo_uQVUIMBs1Q5VPz_55WJa1dKi92ATgonJ6sDdebeJI_fcEeUIJvu4XZpnVZcBmvxUtRW68kLAaSNgp9lSEAyCBmgS509yaJoR1Yef0m8GpNX--SihDxwMCl1zIEvA-ybRQnX9YVtY8mtYDs2wtw/s2048/304549367_10229758796331053_1046489382839383029_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuD47p5vIe8-h4d6t3ubIB5jml6C6SYBBmu2r8Lxo_uQVUIMBs1Q5VPz_55WJa1dKi92ATgonJ6sDdebeJI_fcEeUIJvu4XZpnVZcBmvxUtRW68kLAaSNgp9lSEAyCBmgS509yaJoR1Yef0m8GpNX--SihDxwMCl1zIEvA-ybRQnX9YVtY8mtYDs2wtw/s320/304549367_10229758796331053_1046489382839383029_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgI2Wy-iCtcs58vQPKeAr1jdT1jgj4saaZgJ2cCTBwbmc0HZDVOTahwg3Bge6qr3UipAwaUG1RnXcYu1tFo72nfmZUaPMux0MSYoFJhMRGrWGu_IDEfQn7YFPFiCh-F0VfSw8iNE_yusv992WQdm5HG4YS7DPsqj7hD5SNDmy5pWTjZUJcH-U-RXTit8A/s2048/302420174_10229758796691062_2802383438933139954_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgI2Wy-iCtcs58vQPKeAr1jdT1jgj4saaZgJ2cCTBwbmc0HZDVOTahwg3Bge6qr3UipAwaUG1RnXcYu1tFo72nfmZUaPMux0MSYoFJhMRGrWGu_IDEfQn7YFPFiCh-F0VfSw8iNE_yusv992WQdm5HG4YS7DPsqj7hD5SNDmy5pWTjZUJcH-U-RXTit8A/s320/302420174_10229758796691062_2802383438933139954_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivr9QwnEB_K6mt3EDPGszzfTfJGDxcAzFnvSnal9Hau6EfbDK_ujMewo3FrT8ELPImWCUyaw2X_PYeun1NlBHJJxLrmCoxJrHE3z7q-deHF6Wx3EbBu3ojTGQsyKCDnIPS1V55MhzEEJmWeufBtBJnk_VSA_y9gwViUNSosRLRQCtw0-zjwTyLE65a0A/s2048/302283602_10229758797091072_6425008599968899638_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivr9QwnEB_K6mt3EDPGszzfTfJGDxcAzFnvSnal9Hau6EfbDK_ujMewo3FrT8ELPImWCUyaw2X_PYeun1NlBHJJxLrmCoxJrHE3z7q-deHF6Wx3EbBu3ojTGQsyKCDnIPS1V55MhzEEJmWeufBtBJnk_VSA_y9gwViUNSosRLRQCtw0-zjwTyLE65a0A/s320/302283602_10229758797091072_6425008599968899638_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-7Jv_uV0Le3PHixxu4SxGivU0eIb-etpUC3Fpug_ie4Kxrsx_MaUxRZcra-9w01Q5dZznLYahEQMBCY7_20NZYXAkIK515wR6YWSJVkV6_9_RaBb-wgUoBmu4MWMO81wSWy6d54UQRFtQLSQjkp85r2W8DTFE4NMLcUXUFhNWgJ4oAYwvsNPALThSqw/s2048/305021774_10229758797291077_8626319623536668419_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-7Jv_uV0Le3PHixxu4SxGivU0eIb-etpUC3Fpug_ie4Kxrsx_MaUxRZcra-9w01Q5dZznLYahEQMBCY7_20NZYXAkIK515wR6YWSJVkV6_9_RaBb-wgUoBmu4MWMO81wSWy6d54UQRFtQLSQjkp85r2W8DTFE4NMLcUXUFhNWgJ4oAYwvsNPALThSqw/s320/305021774_10229758797291077_8626319623536668419_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Markings are made on the lining fabric with a white heat-erasable marker and a white thread used for thread marking.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPifIoiaPpwXnqFCnRSsRNMp0tQjtHxJ4D_HQ3fYwNGUR-1BgVzbExKbcsNRACnFzZTWNmwnuS_rfsqY3ueQmOQ18OifyAM7i-HOSUA84p3mGAyunr70JmUDv6mwG-3q8pKPEIHvZlI8L3_s-Rdum-qfjIcxD1juMINIxsdCZQhuwjHmFzc39X0SIvXA/s960/305406894_10229727343384749_8214605872423925236_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPifIoiaPpwXnqFCnRSsRNMp0tQjtHxJ4D_HQ3fYwNGUR-1BgVzbExKbcsNRACnFzZTWNmwnuS_rfsqY3ueQmOQ18OifyAM7i-HOSUA84p3mGAyunr70JmUDv6mwG-3q8pKPEIHvZlI8L3_s-Rdum-qfjIcxD1juMINIxsdCZQhuwjHmFzc39X0SIvXA/s320/305406894_10229727343384749_8214605872423925236_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The lining is sewn in a manner similar to the exterior. The bodice fronts consist of two pieces from lining and a facing of the fashion fabric which will show with the standing lapels.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3Qyzdg6E1GXueQTcHzXJhqZpwBDzHL-C4kkIWJ2lfLNKkxeeZtA1qfnDMr6jKvrXH3HvBMKGtbPvdCoZs0LLQZfqvDlCTwO_9TaTXgRP7iFmMp-sGnuOIF3EpB2im1w145sPjQ4bvwdzwu_5030Xw3--OKLUwYWTHwrtG8hckhuS_VdRnoyt5tsALOg/s960/305491453_10229727343784759_6033801604765549650_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3Qyzdg6E1GXueQTcHzXJhqZpwBDzHL-C4kkIWJ2lfLNKkxeeZtA1qfnDMr6jKvrXH3HvBMKGtbPvdCoZs0LLQZfqvDlCTwO_9TaTXgRP7iFmMp-sGnuOIF3EpB2im1w145sPjQ4bvwdzwu_5030Xw3--OKLUwYWTHwrtG8hckhuS_VdRnoyt5tsALOg/s320/305491453_10229727343784759_6033801604765549650_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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First all thread marking is removed.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuDZg9vdnn4rw6D5ewxyyvqwVF7RXbevlg0Re80A27zop31YQOTJ8FT43cPnhM9R8o2AGyO-kOw7VzUyjVQKdG8clOr11kkaLR1Jmf57Iy_K3bP_j4uPVnCMBD93X88d-bKcbPWsFSVbBw7y9owtxjNWpCY_XER6kUtF2dhAv-gX4H8PNSInYvJSDdFw/s2048/302539293_10229758794491007_6174797309658476762_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuDZg9vdnn4rw6D5ewxyyvqwVF7RXbevlg0Re80A27zop31YQOTJ8FT43cPnhM9R8o2AGyO-kOw7VzUyjVQKdG8clOr11kkaLR1Jmf57Iy_K3bP_j4uPVnCMBD93X88d-bKcbPWsFSVbBw7y9owtxjNWpCY_XER6kUtF2dhAv-gX4H8PNSInYvJSDdFw/s320/302539293_10229758794491007_6174797309658476762_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjScFSDnDJcqmHo9NgCvLV6EQuRM4nLRrUYTpBmtN_TFQoYc1Pav4wppPd8vlqvB9nXVdE_LDQZZAnEgk1XPJRLFsh4ySeexWWIMEOIEPMo0dJZVmQa_BAGylBGYWcmSUlcxPtJKmG8JDF1tDNi4T07MqzPWdG4olG653gBLHpWsYmYa2hJax3TMWR3jA/s2048/305975225_10229758796011045_5381407064974899599_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjScFSDnDJcqmHo9NgCvLV6EQuRM4nLRrUYTpBmtN_TFQoYc1Pav4wppPd8vlqvB9nXVdE_LDQZZAnEgk1XPJRLFsh4ySeexWWIMEOIEPMo0dJZVmQa_BAGylBGYWcmSUlcxPtJKmG8JDF1tDNi4T07MqzPWdG4olG653gBLHpWsYmYa2hJax3TMWR3jA/s320/305975225_10229758796011045_5381407064974899599_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">For other fabrics machine sewing may work to attach the lining to the body exterior, but I decide to turn in the seam allowance on the lining, pin, and hand sew the lining and exterior. This gave me better control of the the seams especially at the Spencer front where it was very visible at the lapel and my double cord and fashion fabric were so contrasting.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgu6QpGinaie9vG0Sgw8WriaKZB6FcfoeC9d8DeqB0ocVkRF8JZaZU9ni3qMUUvy9LuZeLdrlNowVVQ2oDOm_gr7gxW6SJcs8raZyAOafcxedoywKZOhFJ8JzThJ-ICOsnfJoskW748oIl98Sab-Ql1GoEPGX0sVJTryVo4N2sh9AI-LpvREmYnTqQQOQ/s2048/305449001_10229758797771089_3332129926035902667_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgu6QpGinaie9vG0Sgw8WriaKZB6FcfoeC9d8DeqB0ocVkRF8JZaZU9ni3qMUUvy9LuZeLdrlNowVVQ2oDOm_gr7gxW6SJcs8raZyAOafcxedoywKZOhFJ8JzThJ-ICOsnfJoskW748oIl98Sab-Ql1GoEPGX0sVJTryVo4N2sh9AI-LpvREmYnTqQQOQ/s320/305449001_10229758797771089_3332129926035902667_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgppSAhJ8YFb3Bq7n53k0QkYL4WAWVoqu3YE_YJolfrkUDUI3q35WrUua9c54R_yaVPrX9_t9wLYoth4vKpVrw40L5MQ0tdqf3VtwisuLzZB9f8KytEZ9g6g3fRTIBlMnqTcFbVsobtnjN66Sv6zGd9kbtKqZrZjQ7VW94NwbGkZNN_Wtvj3xtVz3iEUg/s2048/302231439_10229758798171099_5876950326175523448_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgppSAhJ8YFb3Bq7n53k0QkYL4WAWVoqu3YE_YJolfrkUDUI3q35WrUua9c54R_yaVPrX9_t9wLYoth4vKpVrw40L5MQ0tdqf3VtwisuLzZB9f8KytEZ9g6g3fRTIBlMnqTcFbVsobtnjN66Sv6zGd9kbtKqZrZjQ7VW94NwbGkZNN_Wtvj3xtVz3iEUg/s320/302231439_10229758798171099_5876950326175523448_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The lower edge of the lining is also hand sewn to the belt lining taking 1/4 inch out of the seam allowance for ease.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJ9LAUw0lWx3VCyU2EvPtPt_phqUYRxD13PR355PzVAi9U8GKqIKbBe5hWWQBH7qAvwtQIukBjP9hSbT0uj4P_ULNyh1vaR6RBDBbbWRTlLnrHA19aAPiy6AtS9Y-vMnOdOwAGCQ0j-adtN0QjGkHRcl5GFBk074wS_tQR2HN0vrP_2buXpMfD9nakdQ/s2048/305771978_10229758798891117_2405050614394704449_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJ9LAUw0lWx3VCyU2EvPtPt_phqUYRxD13PR355PzVAi9U8GKqIKbBe5hWWQBH7qAvwtQIukBjP9hSbT0uj4P_ULNyh1vaR6RBDBbbWRTlLnrHA19aAPiy6AtS9Y-vMnOdOwAGCQ0j-adtN0QjGkHRcl5GFBk074wS_tQR2HN0vrP_2buXpMfD9nakdQ/s320/305771978_10229758798891117_2405050614394704449_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKSUJ8Xf3siVs5hHRMYsfq568d0cZgfcuU8P0ymwLdAf7cO8wSITOxxmUymR080RZNXEvMbC7rlDI1AyRP3jzIhiHzVLithVBCo3EKckRcRteLnBcCvlw3hDUFxnqWdl08zl_M6avvayKDzgisyJ_M5UOSABi-yKoFTVubgEN-XBzkOaG-9eKFd9yMGg/s2048/302730160_10229758799331128_3764690494859186681_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKSUJ8Xf3siVs5hHRMYsfq568d0cZgfcuU8P0ymwLdAf7cO8wSITOxxmUymR080RZNXEvMbC7rlDI1AyRP3jzIhiHzVLithVBCo3EKckRcRteLnBcCvlw3hDUFxnqWdl08zl_M6avvayKDzgisyJ_M5UOSABi-yKoFTVubgEN-XBzkOaG-9eKFd9yMGg/s320/302730160_10229758799331128_3764690494859186681_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The embellished body of the Hamilton Spencer is complete! Now would be a good time for an intermission before we start on those incredible sleeves.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5Q2z1U0R1e2s7PK0XFUAPfW9B_Af0kcXXWtbyHRz-U9JXWurgAcxqcImuHBVVMKY0ok88LNxfkE17lqNY3_zaDgoQ0BTYE_3O0StD7COuYvSX4TdK7TOfXAIOYf52TcXxtYIYt5ZOWzsxx7HXhs-CaW4hQLl0POGR5B2vPrKPW3fLHvP7K0kIsqjEsg/s2048/304856296_10229758799731138_3510426440968180359_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5Q2z1U0R1e2s7PK0XFUAPfW9B_Af0kcXXWtbyHRz-U9JXWurgAcxqcImuHBVVMKY0ok88LNxfkE17lqNY3_zaDgoQ0BTYE_3O0StD7COuYvSX4TdK7TOfXAIOYf52TcXxtYIYt5ZOWzsxx7HXhs-CaW4hQLl0POGR5B2vPrKPW3fLHvP7K0kIsqjEsg/s320/304856296_10229758799731138_3510426440968180359_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Sleeve Lattice Motif</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The pattern instructions include a detailed photo of the sleeve lattice motif.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHIhVs9Tmx0aHMn3igaJtuuQfCxITNoYtrBRCiJDTwkVxArBaMsAAxfLvz4FBFRsKTj4hddzUiftFOeEu5Zd-2qNEcIM1qPXu2d5Wy7Kv9EkwGf-VZ3yNtIOGgQymi7FUxGIY9uA16JD5cMM4MgB5SpCAM7c_UJzeF4pMSBMcTS1vKFl5wCbr_9ZW4ow/s960/303503089_10229705051427464_1177380729898848556_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHIhVs9Tmx0aHMn3igaJtuuQfCxITNoYtrBRCiJDTwkVxArBaMsAAxfLvz4FBFRsKTj4hddzUiftFOeEu5Zd-2qNEcIM1qPXu2d5Wy7Kv9EkwGf-VZ3yNtIOGgQymi7FUxGIY9uA16JD5cMM4MgB5SpCAM7c_UJzeF4pMSBMcTS1vKFl5wCbr_9ZW4ow/s320/303503089_10229705051427464_1177380729898848556_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The pattern instructions also have an illustration using red and blue marks for the two separate pieces of bias used to create each half of the motif. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgy8FX-_h_2pk66rTqOO_XMRquNWyD9yd7Rhg3oEpSB_LWgNVQICLH1Na2NDdxwuybQBQ2kG27Bg7vliepxHFmVHcL7XYjYx7HRTrH1FJXR6xJoc2MjEZIBG2QFixzliybwgrEFeB8xZ35pqB_bzBG0Z9omXeVGrwqikv6Pjgk8ULrY7vHjNXPLhH6H6g/s960/302518904_10229705051787473_8851840454939016153_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgy8FX-_h_2pk66rTqOO_XMRquNWyD9yd7Rhg3oEpSB_LWgNVQICLH1Na2NDdxwuybQBQ2kG27Bg7vliepxHFmVHcL7XYjYx7HRTrH1FJXR6xJoc2MjEZIBG2QFixzliybwgrEFeB8xZ35pqB_bzBG0Z9omXeVGrwqikv6Pjgk8ULrY7vHjNXPLhH6H6g/s320/302518904_10229705051787473_8851840454939016153_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Using the pattern template included in the pattern I practiced the motif with two pieces of bias. My sample didn't look like the photo illustration until I realized that the photo has 13 points and the template only has 11. I closely followed the template and the illustration with the red and blue lines using my red and white bias.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi79xNj0HT_25zIuzu2_eQ3eH_hJq9_xmu4WIFd3l_zslQQZ--XjDqPQVR3NUfsRpcG0_a2SVkVU7r7zZUIyAhK6oTvk2oGnHtV2JUj4bW2yIQoUgCPdOJOtZPY0jdq7uAawBzR00wRe2FpaswYU6cGC2jFLz9WYjT0y71NlWd7rNKbnz57f9fc0nO_tg/s960/303574233_10229705051107456_6004767017218973096_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi79xNj0HT_25zIuzu2_eQ3eH_hJq9_xmu4WIFd3l_zslQQZ--XjDqPQVR3NUfsRpcG0_a2SVkVU7r7zZUIyAhK6oTvk2oGnHtV2JUj4bW2yIQoUgCPdOJOtZPY0jdq7uAawBzR00wRe2FpaswYU6cGC2jFLz9WYjT0y71NlWd7rNKbnz57f9fc0nO_tg/s320/303574233_10229705051107456_6004767017218973096_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7Z-0IUopoUWctyGQ5ibEDVnwbsUhlP0CpC9Cei-U8LD3382HLuztcDffv7PQuOcgLGdNF1sAfF3ac2ko2Er1Vbhj_1Tp-fqrc8XWyN1UpboScRIlUiMXhRya6jY03cT9rYE7sa0DsMnW2EdoNRYun6QKUqV8OtinTXq7Np4rjLwowa_1_DhMoSpBgNg/s960/304769037_10229705052227484_1614067722787693073_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7Z-0IUopoUWctyGQ5ibEDVnwbsUhlP0CpC9Cei-U8LD3382HLuztcDffv7PQuOcgLGdNF1sAfF3ac2ko2Er1Vbhj_1Tp-fqrc8XWyN1UpboScRIlUiMXhRya6jY03cT9rYE7sa0DsMnW2EdoNRYun6QKUqV8OtinTXq7Np4rjLwowa_1_DhMoSpBgNg/s320/304769037_10229705052227484_1614067722787693073_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The bias is pressed and stretched. Then folded in half lengthwise with right sides together and stitched. The silk taffeta recommended in the pattern is to be sewn at 1/4 inch from the fold but with my heavier cotton blend I opted to sew 1/2 inch for ease in turning. Then the seam is trimmed to 1/8 inch, the tube turned and pressed with the seam along one edge.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5q9Ialh7idqAX833llSrbiKtUox20iJPElioXRD1aup75Qrsxj0bzhe0MLyhrSQvDMEmqby6Ddp2TmCqKRWVENRkBdyMMbor0M99gHk-CpgAlU4VjCSfWkEcMl2nDhFF9GhM7tU8T6qr8eyGWVTcQfHffpOOvqHYZ-EzRCnU3ekUW38DMpmDn29E6mw/s960/305579456_10229727347024840_7753184484100601709_n%20(1).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5q9Ialh7idqAX833llSrbiKtUox20iJPElioXRD1aup75Qrsxj0bzhe0MLyhrSQvDMEmqby6Ddp2TmCqKRWVENRkBdyMMbor0M99gHk-CpgAlU4VjCSfWkEcMl2nDhFF9GhM7tU8T6qr8eyGWVTcQfHffpOOvqHYZ-EzRCnU3ekUW38DMpmDn29E6mw/s320/305579456_10229727347024840_7753184484100601709_n%20(1).jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYggz6kP3tQIqtF4s4Bj72XDicmdrftKsD9BpG4KzTPAUyZUy4yrUMw1yT5mSFcVe1FTypMOuvL0qs1FBkc9i6BgeE3SBCZ79az3GLmt_X2C1_a9hZojJUEq2woPPxxwUGZpHIJ0vBKEO0QaMdSrz9PiBJAuUnvvgJvbtbHNnV7cSl8uHON4bp6odfUw/s960/305569470_10229727349504902_5155241060159856867_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYggz6kP3tQIqtF4s4Bj72XDicmdrftKsD9BpG4KzTPAUyZUy4yrUMw1yT5mSFcVe1FTypMOuvL0qs1FBkc9i6BgeE3SBCZ79az3GLmt_X2C1_a9hZojJUEq2woPPxxwUGZpHIJ0vBKEO0QaMdSrz9PiBJAuUnvvgJvbtbHNnV7cSl8uHON4bp6odfUw/s320/305569470_10229727349504902_5155241060159856867_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi10Sv1QdBKWSsUxCSfH1kdRLs97aa7f1yKWyVr5h-P_Bl_QCKKqIL7P6UUXZwSR4AJzo2VaGbnZMtu-iNKMwpv8db7V1atT9RsdHcEgEcB1qT9NkGNXm3LI5CJqkFzO3Dks7oOvhqwvma8J2FY7oaOs06saYrquhqcuPUdG5snlBVL1cmbo00FIE8Tkg/s960/305520072_10229727354225020_6997108076032947393_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi10Sv1QdBKWSsUxCSfH1kdRLs97aa7f1yKWyVr5h-P_Bl_QCKKqIL7P6UUXZwSR4AJzo2VaGbnZMtu-iNKMwpv8db7V1atT9RsdHcEgEcB1qT9NkGNXm3LI5CJqkFzO3Dks7oOvhqwvma8J2FY7oaOs06saYrquhqcuPUdG5snlBVL1cmbo00FIE8Tkg/s320/305520072_10229727354225020_6997108076032947393_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The hem of the upper sleeve is thread marked. I also stitched the upper sleeve shirring at the top edge while I was working on this piece even though that step was included in the next section.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvIGBQ3WHjjUS0kk7EibQjSX-4pxV947TO0AMh4Kl2j7aiN1NxzqnFSdbtlG3mxmo_DOdVsVKIxPoPepw76Aw3zNK95VvaLfYrs_voKz7sKH6cbhHs6k6_cAZ64Lq3zUVOmx38gCWYVP3Wpon25lHn6ICyPJ57mK8JYEo4AxeQSqSNQz2iy5u-tmLkOA/s960/305316051_10229727355785059_2921212686459866877_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvIGBQ3WHjjUS0kk7EibQjSX-4pxV947TO0AMh4Kl2j7aiN1NxzqnFSdbtlG3mxmo_DOdVsVKIxPoPepw76Aw3zNK95VvaLfYrs_voKz7sKH6cbhHs6k6_cAZ64Lq3zUVOmx38gCWYVP3Wpon25lHn6ICyPJ57mK8JYEo4AxeQSqSNQz2iy5u-tmLkOA/s320/305316051_10229727355785059_2921212686459866877_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">To transfer the template pattern to the fabric I use an awl to punch holes in the template and transfer the markings to the upper sleeve using heat-erasable marker.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLL6kNMIY4wJuW0FUkF9wFwGqEXqlsrWivSobFt2iA9bqrAdNGA6JhGovgAtxGhNcBM2OdpG2qWxZc1Zqck-XWd8EMhWnbfXJHFv6Xo7XmBlin_DkxWQNH4fin2v4IF9L0j4tZI4mEHKWk6VWFrZXBSeg5vfLGzz5mFWha5qxeKsYgGN7eLh5OPI4gQQ/s960/305218102_10229727357185094_3215190058734402508_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLL6kNMIY4wJuW0FUkF9wFwGqEXqlsrWivSobFt2iA9bqrAdNGA6JhGovgAtxGhNcBM2OdpG2qWxZc1Zqck-XWd8EMhWnbfXJHFv6Xo7XmBlin_DkxWQNH4fin2v4IF9L0j4tZI4mEHKWk6VWFrZXBSeg5vfLGzz5mFWha5qxeKsYgGN7eLh5OPI4gQQ/s320/305218102_10229727357185094_3215190058734402508_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I used a styrofoam panel to pin the upper sleeve and template and used the panel throughout creating the motif for ease in securing the bias.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxaHZGIjEuoLct7S0ISvq9YipFkLPIyuoIRPitL7jR2GE34nie9GQipqfudDuBmygOgt0jivqS4ljEnnMOWMIfUqbnjdQAy8mSv62Fd7L1J9Zo8k2KKApM9GkMHzeQDTqWHrffCSnCLuT1XJsX5HlU9zblQc6YdUdRFGh73JlUvuKbFO-s-DOOh-CDNA/s960/305293407_10229727356705082_3401921757012918713_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxaHZGIjEuoLct7S0ISvq9YipFkLPIyuoIRPitL7jR2GE34nie9GQipqfudDuBmygOgt0jivqS4ljEnnMOWMIfUqbnjdQAy8mSv62Fd7L1J9Zo8k2KKApM9GkMHzeQDTqWHrffCSnCLuT1XJsX5HlU9zblQc6YdUdRFGh73JlUvuKbFO-s-DOOh-CDNA/s320/305293407_10229727356705082_3401921757012918713_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVu8hHvJrcmz-01FhJfiUD7R2uZ468sUmjT6gXHEkuyLvWnOI1L4oxotNkBSxHZqUe-Ih74JEX-UFH3ukKwrZmzUKqW0wD9hmMVOD4dqPzqqoRLAWXzrRsQ2LU8cAcx839AQFPePaNCPpAxnzxXZ-Ud78QrZZ4SWQ0UrnR4mEmoE3VXENxP_1DsRRC8A/s960/305236091_10229727359345148_7740559600824623778_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVu8hHvJrcmz-01FhJfiUD7R2uZ468sUmjT6gXHEkuyLvWnOI1L4oxotNkBSxHZqUe-Ih74JEX-UFH3ukKwrZmzUKqW0wD9hmMVOD4dqPzqqoRLAWXzrRsQ2LU8cAcx839AQFPePaNCPpAxnzxXZ-Ud78QrZZ4SWQ0UrnR4mEmoE3VXENxP_1DsRRC8A/s320/305236091_10229727359345148_7740559600824623778_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The pins on the right mark the point where the bias will make the turn on itself and the pins on the left are staged to pin where the bias will turn at the center of the motif. Now it just closely following the instructional diagram. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk3_lAZ5zviwM8CWN2xRXs2SZdFCsKu-CV9WN-np28MMMflp6CuKtGyKRPbuJEYDNwSs-hkqTZqYnbrC_ZqOCh4VqITyKnanYZjz-MmX1-IQGjB8jrFDOrcqTpdA6t1LdhUjtHjAXN3ueN0AbwtNZ5iRM1B2kZwTPwpqRTbOS-WX_LA6GtELDgfnliRg/s960/305410234_10229727359865161_7623552577896037886_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk3_lAZ5zviwM8CWN2xRXs2SZdFCsKu-CV9WN-np28MMMflp6CuKtGyKRPbuJEYDNwSs-hkqTZqYnbrC_ZqOCh4VqITyKnanYZjz-MmX1-IQGjB8jrFDOrcqTpdA6t1LdhUjtHjAXN3ueN0AbwtNZ5iRM1B2kZwTPwpqRTbOS-WX_LA6GtELDgfnliRg/s320/305410234_10229727359865161_7623552577896037886_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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A tack stitch is made at the outside where the bias strips form their loop and also in the center tacking down each strip at the fold.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSsYuYMjqN3fQHNem_vg3CZ-LGrUrh-fPaW4bKBx8l-nl71eXzpb0fVlkrw61yKdMNsUhNQ56hmx2_p91rLVtB6_kWmPhY3RT1PldsA5XFz--MI8vnmb_s4h9brynO-d5v8KGHkFFjTYKH4XiKob2PM8INXBi4ZXfEXIf_NaO36FvKZs0A1_CHTXenSw/s960/305434358_10229727364425275_7143044424085156843_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSsYuYMjqN3fQHNem_vg3CZ-LGrUrh-fPaW4bKBx8l-nl71eXzpb0fVlkrw61yKdMNsUhNQ56hmx2_p91rLVtB6_kWmPhY3RT1PldsA5XFz--MI8vnmb_s4h9brynO-d5v8KGHkFFjTYKH4XiKob2PM8INXBi4ZXfEXIf_NaO36FvKZs0A1_CHTXenSw/s320/305434358_10229727364425275_7143044424085156843_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A small dab of fabric glue on the knots gives me peace of mind.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDgiwnSAPCexAI3WAoKJmhNvRZkf1jLUxHMKpEP_T4WG18IobNIAE0CApWzUMWfa1FtSoivaUy3F6ailwAnqSBXL18O1IZ_kx06XI2-oDA7MPT8EY4jTH3C1d-BiWS2XqZMKbzgPmuAOUmW5W-H0poKkwnWBd_J2AvOx-N3pC6FoU3a1YE7qd2_astwg/s960/305449193_10229727364905287_3061859575607286238_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDgiwnSAPCexAI3WAoKJmhNvRZkf1jLUxHMKpEP_T4WG18IobNIAE0CApWzUMWfa1FtSoivaUy3F6ailwAnqSBXL18O1IZ_kx06XI2-oDA7MPT8EY4jTH3C1d-BiWS2XqZMKbzgPmuAOUmW5W-H0poKkwnWBd_J2AvOx-N3pC6FoU3a1YE7qd2_astwg/s320/305449193_10229727364905287_3061859575607286238_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Bows created with bias and the bows and balls added to the motif. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhubAUbOwSLrUh-av6L_kKH-4azOavuLk5Y1yvGAg8nnzWqjYImTu_1prddd6v8FEHdNbn_PSMRVD8HCzaGqAk496eIy6QGyZYqmAHM7pqzSM9Syi0B6UcE7AcXdgX3jzUClv0d3utKZyCu79lrkdY5Xv7Lu_O8maBSaHH36m7LfxegqfuknxOavJ2cmg/s960/305405553_10229727365265296_2159803415861810569_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhubAUbOwSLrUh-av6L_kKH-4azOavuLk5Y1yvGAg8nnzWqjYImTu_1prddd6v8FEHdNbn_PSMRVD8HCzaGqAk496eIy6QGyZYqmAHM7pqzSM9Syi0B6UcE7AcXdgX3jzUClv0d3utKZyCu79lrkdY5Xv7Lu_O8maBSaHH36m7LfxegqfuknxOavJ2cmg/s320/305405553_10229727365265296_2159803415861810569_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfhqHwFlJBuI-WEDGDw1l-iYY-I2WgoihvsQYSi70qRaUDJvVEWphz0TYkHOph8i_axry_s4Zc5qh65SIqWWix2kMc8IZHiq84hsWdtnLZbwX2wI8TvwbBWHNR-klO3KgVcufxJpVO8boNeTe5Cq9d9T3w59QyPey1Ds-BlNDF9hKQgmRKk3rMgr93Yw/s960/305526298_10229727365945313_1342894016893946596_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfhqHwFlJBuI-WEDGDw1l-iYY-I2WgoihvsQYSi70qRaUDJvVEWphz0TYkHOph8i_axry_s4Zc5qh65SIqWWix2kMc8IZHiq84hsWdtnLZbwX2wI8TvwbBWHNR-klO3KgVcufxJpVO8boNeTe5Cq9d9T3w59QyPey1Ds-BlNDF9hKQgmRKk3rMgr93Yw/s320/305526298_10229727365945313_1342894016893946596_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The process repeated for the other upper sleeve. Another extraordinary embellishment lesson learned!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicT4PsHthR9u1qaaRyF_FJGKFdXML46srEdUCZENQStPiNSHFHc8gVp8O4K-Y1jLyzPEPqR9AykSdTkIr1tROPlGX3_1oJiiXGbiPtzpLD_qEQ219Wn7-1I1liBJEeY0xjKl-d-Q7tnYNPmvqmsMkVeZlgbrhc8AmwjswDq17EpV-ZHYcvQhEuiAo7QA/s960/305393423_10229727366465326_2632582313049376611_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicT4PsHthR9u1qaaRyF_FJGKFdXML46srEdUCZENQStPiNSHFHc8gVp8O4K-Y1jLyzPEPqR9AykSdTkIr1tROPlGX3_1oJiiXGbiPtzpLD_qEQ219Wn7-1I1liBJEeY0xjKl-d-Q7tnYNPmvqmsMkVeZlgbrhc8AmwjswDq17EpV-ZHYcvQhEuiAo7QA/s320/305393423_10229727366465326_2632582313049376611_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTUffG2RrEk4MTQaKRb13mtzLP1BJ34nOpwVq9fJBFDDbu-EY0TR37CFrE1rdoZFptLQ3JwW3vI4maYQSn0J08seyB3_NRUmtz4ixbmhdKCZEg84FQBXHI-kZY6jMcqA47SGpVaWSgWan_gpNGVpGHJ2gVNxqIP5DYJ6gQoFmpTEpUQVl2jWiGJQSNeg/s960/305309556_10229727367385349_2441685777034654347_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTUffG2RrEk4MTQaKRb13mtzLP1BJ34nOpwVq9fJBFDDbu-EY0TR37CFrE1rdoZFptLQ3JwW3vI4maYQSn0J08seyB3_NRUmtz4ixbmhdKCZEg84FQBXHI-kZY6jMcqA47SGpVaWSgWan_gpNGVpGHJ2gVNxqIP5DYJ6gQoFmpTEpUQVl2jWiGJQSNeg/s320/305309556_10229727367385349_2441685777034654347_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>11. Sleeve</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">With the shirring stitch made in the previous step, the upper and lower sleeves are now joined at one seam.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWgTOKP4p1xm6d1U7IisNm3YNe4uUOJG0z0qpobUV0QzEr5reCHBtRGLuAV5zrnRUKcIPkBVO4G8bSwlVWKaTIS26BEZy1Z3wmaZsVYP9m2BAD2VoNhUTZ17-sOCGO3lZ5X4NhZUtm0KORGg1RiBhM9t7yINsKua9Ozmxhk_Jo_WKuvwCP2MsCO7KD-g/s960/306151033_10229758749049871_2885470414011840433_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWgTOKP4p1xm6d1U7IisNm3YNe4uUOJG0z0qpobUV0QzEr5reCHBtRGLuAV5zrnRUKcIPkBVO4G8bSwlVWKaTIS26BEZy1Z3wmaZsVYP9m2BAD2VoNhUTZ17-sOCGO3lZ5X4NhZUtm0KORGg1RiBhM9t7yINsKua9Ozmxhk_Jo_WKuvwCP2MsCO7KD-g/s320/306151033_10229758749049871_2885470414011840433_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Double cord is sewn to the hem.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfAcOE2SI_hjRnZvm0a_GaQZ0Am-TcasAg7m4Z6tp4WSz1IGU8qJGAnhHAEQFUHRIh-Mj94mR45ua7EGXx40mU432wBQXyGOcW2UpKydtB1YGdwAHwHQSevIHYaCTacd_bqgVlvjVvG_L5-1aR33geo7cmhzZwSB1jXpJQLDKXyvJoFcUU7-bNEXbW-g/s960/306626192_10229758749849891_429674116378200014_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfAcOE2SI_hjRnZvm0a_GaQZ0Am-TcasAg7m4Z6tp4WSz1IGU8qJGAnhHAEQFUHRIh-Mj94mR45ua7EGXx40mU432wBQXyGOcW2UpKydtB1YGdwAHwHQSevIHYaCTacd_bqgVlvjVvG_L5-1aR33geo7cmhzZwSB1jXpJQLDKXyvJoFcUU7-bNEXbW-g/s320/306626192_10229758749849891_429674116378200014_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The sleeve is sewn closed at the other seam.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhx46gsiBersWfMMzO8kN4Hrv4z5FmXNg0bStoh_Z2Qhz13CvdABDsNLkAtKvXEqVtAgUYmn_HpoFV5E2KDt2e7w5AGecu33ezc0hc5VHhTIhKQn94i7dM-X-Qk7Suy28O-1NHvEnXkBmw9fNuIHWx7dIhXKR-Y1mSSJ_Ez5d_Am60eoO52OdJ-1pLpCw/s960/306716517_10229758750369904_2303409059058431678_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhx46gsiBersWfMMzO8kN4Hrv4z5FmXNg0bStoh_Z2Qhz13CvdABDsNLkAtKvXEqVtAgUYmn_HpoFV5E2KDt2e7w5AGecu33ezc0hc5VHhTIhKQn94i7dM-X-Qk7Suy28O-1NHvEnXkBmw9fNuIHWx7dIhXKR-Y1mSSJ_Ez5d_Am60eoO52OdJ-1pLpCw/s320/306716517_10229758750369904_2303409059058431678_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdRza8972p2xJDjlAbQQbjSuv5KTG9oySE4GRMqeHOJ8gwaIBuFrgw-wtzIRuPLwQYTjGef7_XmJuu-QsD_ylX_3TomGXylKsCMbb5XI2MS7jl7Lgtw83KRVDJbmAkjdVeWAeM5KPTGGD0CKb8p4WQhEa3Gz_-d8nWpRTBch9ykwvhdLcNkWzQ-QOzqg/s955/306354954_10229758750729913_5456983217231292394_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="955" data-original-width="826" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdRza8972p2xJDjlAbQQbjSuv5KTG9oySE4GRMqeHOJ8gwaIBuFrgw-wtzIRuPLwQYTjGef7_XmJuu-QsD_ylX_3TomGXylKsCMbb5XI2MS7jl7Lgtw83KRVDJbmAkjdVeWAeM5KPTGGD0CKb8p4WQhEa3Gz_-d8nWpRTBch9ykwvhdLcNkWzQ-QOzqg/s320/306354954_10229758750729913_5456983217231292394_n.jpg" width="277" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The sleeve cap of the lining is thread marked and the shirring stitch sewn in the cap. The seams are sewn in the lining.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPdXDOQPOA-xGFp8qwoM0kg5nCNMR2e4lfpPe_UC6FonI6ZwdzO2j_Ex8GN0oqyWLjRCrf-W54hBH62uo67FXPXRFm4xilv-2cf7b2urjQL_m7J1FHN7-VGqIN5UcwJhw7HAKtGs8bKFSBth5JG3rOsIPLNe_7gxcMfFPHgaMGnIljBVZZBsEdUfwKlQ/s960/306598821_10229758751809940_2719279295121033417_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPdXDOQPOA-xGFp8qwoM0kg5nCNMR2e4lfpPe_UC6FonI6ZwdzO2j_Ex8GN0oqyWLjRCrf-W54hBH62uo67FXPXRFm4xilv-2cf7b2urjQL_m7J1FHN7-VGqIN5UcwJhw7HAKtGs8bKFSBth5JG3rOsIPLNe_7gxcMfFPHgaMGnIljBVZZBsEdUfwKlQ/s320/306598821_10229758751809940_2719279295121033417_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxfEXLtTlaVBeRMGN63TYc0jSKs-QOOXSOdETVVnaxEUYxolzUQW9iR349ncktjZCcoWn9rBCpbVnWvHDmgcTWynIp1wXF5BQjLntEmX6Z5-PNHRgwkoPhIeQVXc_pCW9p-4tos3o1M65WN8JVnreMV31dfzmpqazy1wusez6v0hU9FVXxvrsxrBrIoQ/s960/306605720_10229758752249951_5021979960675731050_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxfEXLtTlaVBeRMGN63TYc0jSKs-QOOXSOdETVVnaxEUYxolzUQW9iR349ncktjZCcoWn9rBCpbVnWvHDmgcTWynIp1wXF5BQjLntEmX6Z5-PNHRgwkoPhIeQVXc_pCW9p-4tos3o1M65WN8JVnreMV31dfzmpqazy1wusez6v0hU9FVXxvrsxrBrIoQ/s320/306605720_10229758752249951_5021979960675731050_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The lining is slipped into the sleeve, wrong sides together. The lining hem is turned to the inside and hand sewn to the edge of the double cord.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHBJ2tjtfHzEQYlAQU4RO2PW8gI40iczhydY_1l2FfZVOyKeS97w-Mu7V886kM_Ilf69w182JlqTbkP-8x-Smi8CRyl2R8ASP8-t7PNywf-w8gBzvJ1Xl1rixgUgQtJkpUeJe-OKOW2Sg68_lUBmdahIydcUCT_D_1ma16D-F4TtIPRD2IRXnOL7LNWw/s960/306598294_10229758752809965_2377312930374786977_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHBJ2tjtfHzEQYlAQU4RO2PW8gI40iczhydY_1l2FfZVOyKeS97w-Mu7V886kM_Ilf69w182JlqTbkP-8x-Smi8CRyl2R8ASP8-t7PNywf-w8gBzvJ1Xl1rixgUgQtJkpUeJe-OKOW2Sg68_lUBmdahIydcUCT_D_1ma16D-F4TtIPRD2IRXnOL7LNWw/s320/306598294_10229758752809965_2377312930374786977_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>12. Sleeve Puff</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A shirring stitch is sewn at the cap and hem line of the sleeve puff as indicated on the pattern. Measurements are provided so that the threads can be pulled to length and knotted off. For the sleeve puff, a well as the sleeve and lining in the previous section, I pulled the threads at the cap to the approximate length. I knotted one end but left the other end secured to a pin. This allowed me to make final adjustments at the time all three layers will be inserted into the armscye. The hem line is gathered to the given length and knotted off.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1i6kE-j55rY7mdcz0gEFflgWkXMbBCeGC93-PTfyX0OpE7JQZ-cRf-7-X9YD14Wvwu7Dy4hCi6vm_B-M_ptJKpXR_3m1ZjbLYbhaCOPOmBQWioXKJge0HTIGHnRtYfEUEBhpQ0Hl6ajREwmtjxYDQE4NHQYs5zs8toFwiVqVrW5t1g4puyhntSNkuZw/s960/306607743_10229758742609710_769002859291356120_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1i6kE-j55rY7mdcz0gEFflgWkXMbBCeGC93-PTfyX0OpE7JQZ-cRf-7-X9YD14Wvwu7Dy4hCi6vm_B-M_ptJKpXR_3m1ZjbLYbhaCOPOmBQWioXKJge0HTIGHnRtYfEUEBhpQ0Hl6ajREwmtjxYDQE4NHQYs5zs8toFwiVqVrW5t1g4puyhntSNkuZw/s320/306607743_10229758742609710_769002859291356120_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;">The top of the band lining is thread marked.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5IziEke6cQ-voOwlvIBI21Kkl2d6N3INf1fxNSjB1-TkLWihS5cjJLPyGWM8s8eQe_lFwytHZDUeeFRKM8PL48X9zLZCGMd1FFfAFWuolo-GZx9S4_ukASXhvcinXkfXmeXmaYWHogu4CG9meWl-BcIYZOBanMHpZb_P9XJlNwYmP920wrYGdTkDC_g/s960/305381463_10229727354865036_8072395534918129487_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5IziEke6cQ-voOwlvIBI21Kkl2d6N3INf1fxNSjB1-TkLWihS5cjJLPyGWM8s8eQe_lFwytHZDUeeFRKM8PL48X9zLZCGMd1FFfAFWuolo-GZx9S4_ukASXhvcinXkfXmeXmaYWHogu4CG9meWl-BcIYZOBanMHpZb_P9XJlNwYmP920wrYGdTkDC_g/s320/305381463_10229727354865036_8072395534918129487_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The double cord is sewn on the bottom edge of the band.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg731JDVw0HtI0zP1d9505Dysaq44YkrBSz6MPeB9pnuZsHZp7QYthG396_QqbE3hYC3L7qV744B6-vFUXDHSLVNuTcAy088LMQiKaK2dYWZL6FR7Jrkw-918yf1Exo2rWma8KisP0CcvgheJ4_GFsUjX977N2LExaM4Oayw-fyBLxqcUk4P6ZlRBg3QA/s956/305644772_10229727355345048_1402207327439738676_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="478" data-original-width="956" height="160" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg731JDVw0HtI0zP1d9505Dysaq44YkrBSz6MPeB9pnuZsHZp7QYthG396_QqbE3hYC3L7qV744B6-vFUXDHSLVNuTcAy088LMQiKaK2dYWZL6FR7Jrkw-918yf1Exo2rWma8KisP0CcvgheJ4_GFsUjX977N2LExaM4Oayw-fyBLxqcUk4P6ZlRBg3QA/s320/305644772_10229727355345048_1402207327439738676_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The band is sewn to the sleeve puff.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioL71wX_FE9yxYa51ZkYacuf17VjgkEhNIfTRmAFNacowxJUWZJACr_Qy9HTGBeAGxFk6oeKhtnHSzFSNyaTiuJV7fJeHZiZF_iMFiGMbqoAA4200IpAvE1LE8Zy8bZpLi-BtVuJeY2h2AbOL6dxG1DAsvJEEyx6ypajEezPahsfr7anwOe9KJv3uRaQ/s960/306848686_10229758743969744_9183056559361342231_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioL71wX_FE9yxYa51ZkYacuf17VjgkEhNIfTRmAFNacowxJUWZJACr_Qy9HTGBeAGxFk6oeKhtnHSzFSNyaTiuJV7fJeHZiZF_iMFiGMbqoAA4200IpAvE1LE8Zy8bZpLi-BtVuJeY2h2AbOL6dxG1DAsvJEEyx6ypajEezPahsfr7anwOe9KJv3uRaQ/s320/306848686_10229758743969744_9183056559361342231_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="477" data-original-width="953" height="160" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieBf5wH8Uz3U3j0wwUU5qh90ht9a8Eiyw6Z_TjYLuOUEqqD-PFkzA9-qqZ7yY1fpD2DguC3c5bp6zaxqfXJxKxquiP5gASaceBWJKjNRRhhk2DTejXMdEoV5HulzEJ9TQzTGKJxHPi1dZJjgtDsdcCshT5Pv34zSzwpOuXqgy_QhPmZJu4dERanDbIBg/s320/306809080_10229758744649761_6019887596467796460_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The lining is sewn to the bottom edge of the band.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvDyaBiG_rmvvhTeGgmBfUD5jjzixH5rUaufGSnpNKCL8O7UXJWvyeC6KNk2H4Jh97WQD84e0xFcGO29lT2nFuuI7VBcCOdnbIKF4Bvt_cP5M0KfJhBLiJOW6WzCp43PMa_r0rk_41cDAfLkGc0-7WdIp5r8OC0tfV_ssaXJaGKLGvMktt5nrxlwrFNQ/s914/306575551_10229758745169774_3253436405294803554_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The lining seam allowance is folded under at the thread mark and hand stitched to cover the band seam allowance. The thread marking is removed. My method varies from the directions as I sewed the seam after hemming the band lining. I then pinked the seam allowance.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6hQoYdBCaoLjxS431xdWMDQ65ncktiTqNHBu8jjzqSEhxIWeBD28o7ojInHpU1bYro5aJ6hgC1RNSmXFwqCDZ3hT2ZnumAB1SAkMHL-f-kQIDLWH5-GYke8Dw--zq6f-wJ2sLlmMNy2WOyqlEQpPuf0bsNMnTVKUlLXDhfgwQjOvbLzdj22msMcOxkA/s960/306778417_10229758746089797_2529010308167384654_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6hQoYdBCaoLjxS431xdWMDQ65ncktiTqNHBu8jjzqSEhxIWeBD28o7ojInHpU1bYro5aJ6hgC1RNSmXFwqCDZ3hT2ZnumAB1SAkMHL-f-kQIDLWH5-GYke8Dw--zq6f-wJ2sLlmMNy2WOyqlEQpPuf0bsNMnTVKUlLXDhfgwQjOvbLzdj22msMcOxkA/s320/306778417_10229758746089797_2529010308167384654_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5dro25lMPAHeJLU4pjIcQwF6r737URfyGiUGYsZa30-hdKs_vV7PQKspf04qT1BpqsIz--Qa6OaZ2FZlVFtX260Tpngx7J0Rn1P562ZVKnvijg4JmZJjEjjrJ6o8GpHmyZe_nyr-GHj4f3bk3AtNTlDKMxj48omn61xgJL2B8gklLHtMAM728rtp36g/s960/306840637_10229758746449806_3153940014446187835_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5dro25lMPAHeJLU4pjIcQwF6r737URfyGiUGYsZa30-hdKs_vV7PQKspf04qT1BpqsIz--Qa6OaZ2FZlVFtX260Tpngx7J0Rn1P562ZVKnvijg4JmZJjEjjrJ6o8GpHmyZe_nyr-GHj4f3bk3AtNTlDKMxj48omn61xgJL2B8gklLHtMAM728rtp36g/s320/306840637_10229758746449806_3153940014446187835_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWxrMi14Pk7dIF8ogiPT26rjjxb6bhFx5yBny1ykMP9lsQFR_rK9nWe5e72r8UfwLUBJj7OP-W68_zIJ5RMHiToNTjOhJopKckBTROif-4G8fE9Nj6LymQLLT5pWiVdYznllVVOjYAq99EyygGAY9AkmqXBkiQ_nLDwvzzvu_ASXBPRYlu3d_iiVSPpQ/s960/306727746_10229758747569834_5015290750606369049_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWxrMi14Pk7dIF8ogiPT26rjjxb6bhFx5yBny1ykMP9lsQFR_rK9nWe5e72r8UfwLUBJj7OP-W68_zIJ5RMHiToNTjOhJopKckBTROif-4G8fE9Nj6LymQLLT5pWiVdYznllVVOjYAq99EyygGAY9AkmqXBkiQ_nLDwvzzvu_ASXBPRYlu3d_iiVSPpQ/s320/306727746_10229758747569834_5015290750606369049_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The finished sleeve puffs just slip over the sleeves.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj91ePsvxjexK1EJjubkG5iP6fovn-HdZIOVxo0aBX6N08JaT7-sZJnPZ5cjuGdEgtxhZpNVayMRhcsg_5hCgYi2UAW6FKsvXFBkgOYvIBhqeR4POlyrw9edxTdiymIFqKYfraV-HW5hM08e-ulDRYIheP6cadNsoWm6_j9jc6ngG-5aPkIuxn2ps2abQ/s879/306593752_10229758748089847_5781151433603067296_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="535" data-original-width="879" height="195" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj91ePsvxjexK1EJjubkG5iP6fovn-HdZIOVxo0aBX6N08JaT7-sZJnPZ5cjuGdEgtxhZpNVayMRhcsg_5hCgYi2UAW6FKsvXFBkgOYvIBhqeR4POlyrw9edxTdiymIFqKYfraV-HW5hM08e-ulDRYIheP6cadNsoWm6_j9jc6ngG-5aPkIuxn2ps2abQ/s320/306593752_10229758748089847_5781151433603067296_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOZXlpetFngaYAqV8xHKBDRFPPuh1dwHOW5qcHpKyaLwGvarUuIYc462Py9QUeNfDX9oPVwERXW_D80hYF5uZ5nkTqMvnC6jQB-Hav9oCHUQo__N0tiTo95GtpQ3SVPNJrl4El9ED1yxBKlD3b73jlvnDfOu1qXUnvgaVNmJtyRGNzuoGIHIcO0IZlmg/s960/306695285_10229758753409980_2070271065798118811_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOZXlpetFngaYAqV8xHKBDRFPPuh1dwHOW5qcHpKyaLwGvarUuIYc462Py9QUeNfDX9oPVwERXW_D80hYF5uZ5nkTqMvnC6jQB-Hav9oCHUQo__N0tiTo95GtpQ3SVPNJrl4El9ED1yxBKlD3b73jlvnDfOu1qXUnvgaVNmJtyRGNzuoGIHIcO0IZlmg/s320/306695285_10229758753409980_2070271065798118811_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>13. Inserting the Sleeve</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The sleeve with lining and sleeve puff are aligned to all marks.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMD8uT07OFOwXsYg0nt7-PXK6LetZ9gdCTnRERAS2ahWsMFG3Sh7CgWS3MIsXdVgL52vFWTbo0ZwfjPxSd-RWNmiFvi0Uvh8A8PqBBPSJcsvrSO12RC_zBIrDePGfcbjsEKs8RQvuvvQW6KteJ9Zo7Zk4hJfNwHTB8ByIPrhFEcv5MAJo8OKJf-6baZg/s2048/306359046_10229758847732338_8017613717865014933_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMD8uT07OFOwXsYg0nt7-PXK6LetZ9gdCTnRERAS2ahWsMFG3Sh7CgWS3MIsXdVgL52vFWTbo0ZwfjPxSd-RWNmiFvi0Uvh8A8PqBBPSJcsvrSO12RC_zBIrDePGfcbjsEKs8RQvuvvQW6KteJ9Zo7Zk4hJfNwHTB8ByIPrhFEcv5MAJo8OKJf-6baZg/s320/306359046_10229758847732338_8017613717865014933_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The sleeve is positioned into the armscye and both sleeve and sleeve puff are pinned into the armscye up to the point of the shirring.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0E9qRLv8xwouXcWEtJmcUGw1L8mRG03EwmPon-bPL5w6xlIqd60OxXcNfzCaCQdQ6smUtsGDsNioGPSxairVcCh6BypR_ZgxkZH1SXwwql7bkul2w4Wu6-8pEbFV9ov3arL8GWPC1uKMFQ6U9bQGedMO9GlNO1GEy7zOZ5XReDmC-5HA2LCxwY8y1Kg/s2048/304791305_10229758845012270_6299565338837670661_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0E9qRLv8xwouXcWEtJmcUGw1L8mRG03EwmPon-bPL5w6xlIqd60OxXcNfzCaCQdQ6smUtsGDsNioGPSxairVcCh6BypR_ZgxkZH1SXwwql7bkul2w4Wu6-8pEbFV9ov3arL8GWPC1uKMFQ6U9bQGedMO9GlNO1GEy7zOZ5XReDmC-5HA2LCxwY8y1Kg/s320/304791305_10229758845012270_6299565338837670661_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The shirring is adjusted for the sleeve puff first and pinned to the armscye.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDwh1WZBM0PtaTIZY-3itaTANKsvUhkcsMuY32xszJnsbKuB0IC-06oNokutR6NIX-I2hn3bZ7_uigAYKccChjTfBOPL2Ibw3EY5--LbNPlBv5DLfHV6DCgNU3m0sFelzLvfewcYpqD6lO1Vfczu22PfWaPsGopWv0s1w9vpyIR6mT3qOM2z6Pn4vWdg/s2048/301810978_10229758846092297_7850937639625047152_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDwh1WZBM0PtaTIZY-3itaTANKsvUhkcsMuY32xszJnsbKuB0IC-06oNokutR6NIX-I2hn3bZ7_uigAYKccChjTfBOPL2Ibw3EY5--LbNPlBv5DLfHV6DCgNU3m0sFelzLvfewcYpqD6lO1Vfczu22PfWaPsGopWv0s1w9vpyIR6mT3qOM2z6Pn4vWdg/s320/301810978_10229758846092297_7850937639625047152_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Then the shirring is adjusted for the sleeve and pinned.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxccUMOmdFfsrf-Wieu0xwMSgoHHxSjXF2qIcRg5Itmf8hN14H6s0g7V9JKBZtPerc9KqZsFbYiyo7XDmSCwn0v1F0FDQ8LKrTfJ8CM8p9TZ6WIf2E4YUajvLZQL55cWLOlLSPi9LKVcSGn0giAQTgLf2aBhThkporLXy1AWd3UsYGENCNYLQUV_ZE5A/s2048/306274524_10229758805651286_5877392132144744946_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxccUMOmdFfsrf-Wieu0xwMSgoHHxSjXF2qIcRg5Itmf8hN14H6s0g7V9JKBZtPerc9KqZsFbYiyo7XDmSCwn0v1F0FDQ8LKrTfJ8CM8p9TZ6WIf2E4YUajvLZQL55cWLOlLSPi9LKVcSGn0giAQTgLf2aBhThkporLXy1AWd3UsYGENCNYLQUV_ZE5A/s320/306274524_10229758805651286_5877392132144744946_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Lastly the shirring is adjusted for the lining and pinned.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjK5cLJpL8cVd5-A3_JLvTulPVl_hwdUHLNrA4Sf3ISUwi9nWKZUK0id0Qv1GsiDLjJIBY57P7utGgfiw2fDzrKLR-OYqwy975hPMEK5Y9bnzcybPk-RSUSLLLrpFvtWqUPI9-e7FsqSBRasK8KkP6Bi_yvWGyrKa_GuMe6f0tWbeAye7v3sNWtx8AP8w/s2048/300951535_10229758803091222_8863298405900053494_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjK5cLJpL8cVd5-A3_JLvTulPVl_hwdUHLNrA4Sf3ISUwi9nWKZUK0id0Qv1GsiDLjJIBY57P7utGgfiw2fDzrKLR-OYqwy975hPMEK5Y9bnzcybPk-RSUSLLLrpFvtWqUPI9-e7FsqSBRasK8KkP6Bi_yvWGyrKa_GuMe6f0tWbeAye7v3sNWtx8AP8w/s320/300951535_10229758803091222_8863298405900053494_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Leaving the body lining free, the sleeve is sewn to the armscye.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0E3TO-7KUwPqkZwrdOUWVmlIIaPLbs2NLq0HMKoEEnl4aANfYqBpPU_AIqaW7PxBET7wurbv2m5E4CqAK0qS_inMb-e7H3ZGZedK9f3EAs4K8k0OLbjJZiozdSDlSTcKqpp7hEQeqrdLJV0oAKIc31cZuZ2LERSrRJi73wfaMDe96wvZeSIeVdu2dDA/s2048/302290619_10229758848132348_6098035917506903612_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0E3TO-7KUwPqkZwrdOUWVmlIIaPLbs2NLq0HMKoEEnl4aANfYqBpPU_AIqaW7PxBET7wurbv2m5E4CqAK0qS_inMb-e7H3ZGZedK9f3EAs4K8k0OLbjJZiozdSDlSTcKqpp7hEQeqrdLJV0oAKIc31cZuZ2LERSrRJi73wfaMDe96wvZeSIeVdu2dDA/s320/302290619_10229758848132348_6098035917506903612_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Sleeve Petals</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">From the pattern instructions: "One petal takes approximately 60" of bias." Heavens! It was tempting to stop right here as I already had learned so much for a garment I was probably never going to wear. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">There are three petals on each shoulder and I started by pinning the pattern pieces on the jacket to see if I really liked the effect of the extra embellishment. With my wider bias on the sleeves I had to admit it seemed like a perfect balance.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkqPALyDHur-mMGi6mcm5K9ZFvZODncGXEquxLJUKaSY3oP8yTTJ3nEP6jjt5Qjg0KwG-_OKXUb5yLQSo2C7SW4CxMjgd99dvE9vhnK-EiudOriM8_w5H6xb122u0izOn3VtaBcPsinIMIIgMcJzflzV4uRu-ooJytwH5UYWStOzTuC3_OisqrnHMdIw/s2048/302720560_10229758841772189_6532954755446784904_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkqPALyDHur-mMGi6mcm5K9ZFvZODncGXEquxLJUKaSY3oP8yTTJ3nEP6jjt5Qjg0KwG-_OKXUb5yLQSo2C7SW4CxMjgd99dvE9vhnK-EiudOriM8_w5H6xb122u0izOn3VtaBcPsinIMIIgMcJzflzV4uRu-ooJytwH5UYWStOzTuC3_OisqrnHMdIw/s320/302720560_10229758841772189_6532954755446784904_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The bias is pressed and stretched and then folded wrong sides together and stitched 5/8 inch from the fold.</div><b><br /></b><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXui0Ony1ioe0TeQgHqVKtmgJomEXR4VCpts7j0bjiceBWbLUVAI1c1kP_jCJ5VdBL2eNS82gbPfZRARKKm15PGuCsjLF5IJvhtrsGHnuGnPyL44RCb9Awj-Bz7_u-TKY8_blEpSJ4L3G-EezIYyaTpAkan0ocwEm76tyFqViAbM5IVaJnFQwSf_FEGg/s960/306777560_10229758753969994_1017189408858522851_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXui0Ony1ioe0TeQgHqVKtmgJomEXR4VCpts7j0bjiceBWbLUVAI1c1kP_jCJ5VdBL2eNS82gbPfZRARKKm15PGuCsjLF5IJvhtrsGHnuGnPyL44RCb9Awj-Bz7_u-TKY8_blEpSJ4L3G-EezIYyaTpAkan0ocwEm76tyFqViAbM5IVaJnFQwSf_FEGg/s320/306777560_10229758753969994_1017189408858522851_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;">Then L3, the back petal, fabric and lining is prepped.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnYUIgbedUCYwGWPsqBkkFlwGzkNDY3ji4KqMpbdt4r3TUHLcjI3GKA_aeCArf0oFHaUE4NslH4BW9H1nMs64pzIvVX-Xfhsg1EjAY21DLACv-ogjBydJee1ri5sOA0ElLcvl1XzkGcFPG1KqpK0tN0OJNP_7hk-KCSaePX6_kfRDfnFU42DQjzAgSeA/s2048/307767285_10229838887453281_2540671446018298004_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnYUIgbedUCYwGWPsqBkkFlwGzkNDY3ji4KqMpbdt4r3TUHLcjI3GKA_aeCArf0oFHaUE4NslH4BW9H1nMs64pzIvVX-Xfhsg1EjAY21DLACv-ogjBydJee1ri5sOA0ElLcvl1XzkGcFPG1KqpK0tN0OJNP_7hk-KCSaePX6_kfRDfnFU42DQjzAgSeA/s320/307767285_10229838887453281_2540671446018298004_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The right shoulder petals from left to right: back, middle, front.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitZo08fkLxmQsGQ-EmcLssvS8XrabnAH67PxU1Kxuuct0AiJv5135lAh1MbHY35yZxsFfndOCJBKkflHPexzT1XpsCwvQNNVsm-cPbsPB4OF4saP2O4HbQ4mRkmHGUnLIu_9CGV6XIomGkrdhLWuR1lyBdnOhrEuHur7JvSLnJLw03H7QSkSPUaYxQDg/s2048/306002440_10229838916013995_691285739064867250_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitZo08fkLxmQsGQ-EmcLssvS8XrabnAH67PxU1Kxuuct0AiJv5135lAh1MbHY35yZxsFfndOCJBKkflHPexzT1XpsCwvQNNVsm-cPbsPB4OF4saP2O4HbQ4mRkmHGUnLIu_9CGV6XIomGkrdhLWuR1lyBdnOhrEuHur7JvSLnJLw03H7QSkSPUaYxQDg/s320/306002440_10229838916013995_691285739064867250_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Then the process is repeated for the left shoulder using the reverse of the pattern pieces.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAje7t4_C_ez9C-8YmykBzizuaoJQMSYF3MDiTtD0JvE9ouqxwt53qHpGG5LOc-NyiXZ7T3xB-rgDp3kbQwoZZ8uGrbz-aEgzf0LPhww8YAe4Pn6JXgUAbxdPcNfkmEetQOQl0wKpQa4Y49sRkESb_h87XOzWtMnSZdLrTygG1xyV-f0yKc-0q5Mvh1Q/s2048/308976649_10229838919174074_2773421848371242397_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAje7t4_C_ez9C-8YmykBzizuaoJQMSYF3MDiTtD0JvE9ouqxwt53qHpGG5LOc-NyiXZ7T3xB-rgDp3kbQwoZZ8uGrbz-aEgzf0LPhww8YAe4Pn6JXgUAbxdPcNfkmEetQOQl0wKpQa4Y49sRkESb_h87XOzWtMnSZdLrTygG1xyV-f0yKc-0q5Mvh1Q/s320/308976649_10229838919174074_2773421848371242397_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Because I had increased the width of the bias on the sleeve lattice to 1/2 inch and the finished width of my double cord is 1/2 inch, I tried some alternative measurements for positioning the bias on the sleeve petals and found that I could space them 1/2 inch in a crossed pattern rather than using the method in the instructions. I will share that here as it worked well for my heavier bias fabric.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSZe0-ExCOd-ZeifaYZ7tnDnVsA52irLFRnH88bMEAqGkYEk9KVx4Kfah5fZbZ0n4m0pdp96qGMfhZiJBDt75Ho0rq_k3gY2VldnybIb9ZiJ9vP7JH6eSIMGZs9L0x32vhEG2lkANZTPIInFeqiaQ0XWyOZTnKnZAa0-uPHcby3Tbhs2ihJuDNDbcl4g/s2048/306451561_10229838883093172_5571655885100549275_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSZe0-ExCOd-ZeifaYZ7tnDnVsA52irLFRnH88bMEAqGkYEk9KVx4Kfah5fZbZ0n4m0pdp96qGMfhZiJBDt75Ho0rq_k3gY2VldnybIb9ZiJ9vP7JH6eSIMGZs9L0x32vhEG2lkANZTPIInFeqiaQ0XWyOZTnKnZAa0-uPHcby3Tbhs2ihJuDNDbcl4g/s320/306451561_10229838883093172_5571655885100549275_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The bias is clipped and pressed into a curve.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhC3Futzx-Ucvc2GpE3t_Niojbek-kCh4fxcW1XdL6sDqEpTVCilwUSAr3mMAi-vdzm-4Yz75G069rXEMdw2djtydqb18wtdLvPpjVE-Caaz2WDOhSAX3cMICiu3Ldt-UTAl03aehWZrdjwaUe9-TDh1Y-TJLGflPZdrKv4GYfhIYAuXbZV1YcnYv6Eag/s2048/306524073_10229838930014345_8143846041902640727_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhC3Futzx-Ucvc2GpE3t_Niojbek-kCh4fxcW1XdL6sDqEpTVCilwUSAr3mMAi-vdzm-4Yz75G069rXEMdw2djtydqb18wtdLvPpjVE-Caaz2WDOhSAX3cMICiu3Ldt-UTAl03aehWZrdjwaUe9-TDh1Y-TJLGflPZdrKv4GYfhIYAuXbZV1YcnYv6Eag/s320/306524073_10229838930014345_8143846041902640727_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The first bias strip is sewn on one side following the thread marking of the innermost petal. Then another strip is sewn to the other side overlapping the top and bottom points and following the thread marking. A second set of strips is sewn leaving 1/2 inch of the first strip showing. On this petal I've sewn a strip on the left side, then on the right, then again on the left, and next will sew on the right. I continue that until the entire piece of fabric is covered. Some strips will only be partial.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsM_eQPxS_2ELpps_T2SrFnsorMrf8sqxQnixuux_ELyKmlXpHZGhYz2lnfl1sVUIRDTyuO37UguoePFiNw1zlmOp-Ox9upXhES_KbxABiXjXwxVTosKea2IchEr0wI92fNTgzrEQrr2uU20ip-wFEl75f_Csd_8aJAT0Zx-hB00vwPrRb0Qq72RuiFg/s2048/307755017_10229838924894217_1865752870527160226_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsM_eQPxS_2ELpps_T2SrFnsorMrf8sqxQnixuux_ELyKmlXpHZGhYz2lnfl1sVUIRDTyuO37UguoePFiNw1zlmOp-Ox9upXhES_KbxABiXjXwxVTosKea2IchEr0wI92fNTgzrEQrr2uU20ip-wFEl75f_Csd_8aJAT0Zx-hB00vwPrRb0Qq72RuiFg/s320/307755017_10229838924894217_1865752870527160226_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQLSAtRK1sp_2aztBcKoFcz_9bGYQ3nZ7qLyyOpBk8tIr-aJ6x_lcbBROiFz7O3ygqpd3X_hS1SMPT7F3pYkTluuvyNVUQDsr7I1R8TVqz2lgsCGs9x_Gmdh_9nsS0YxHdJPhZTrP21rt-Kjgk6dCmr0mkiZNmcH0aSNb2orJAYwo4zx2SvaXBu7s36g/s2048/305967479_10229838927374279_5999726230963436547_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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This will make the petal overlapping easy.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHn6pd4syUwbRX32TWM8f9XyKniY8V2SuH0G9zdAzhMfufKTjsEg9o0T87rKYOVHGMXscuPZUVdbqPnn-RNqUAo2hl-qiAYSSqGdgwrgnmADc5dN4nQaUqjAtjujOVgK6t3t6ZzK-ydE4-Q9nN9-k82Qh-cP875XwCkIiYlIzqQx0osyOYRhRgMve6Hw/s2048/306784353_10229838978815565_4954860702664711031_n%20(1).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHn6pd4syUwbRX32TWM8f9XyKniY8V2SuH0G9zdAzhMfufKTjsEg9o0T87rKYOVHGMXscuPZUVdbqPnn-RNqUAo2hl-qiAYSSqGdgwrgnmADc5dN4nQaUqjAtjujOVgK6t3t6ZzK-ydE4-Q9nN9-k82Qh-cP875XwCkIiYlIzqQx0osyOYRhRgMve6Hw/s320/306784353_10229838978815565_4954860702664711031_n%20(1).jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgt0rdMnMqCG2v8Z32Sf-7rCxx7yRTS9KHFBC46YopeHhnJX8_MnODcRx4mE_Ck5xlnwrgd_Mw6R4X0SOelr_ljyTW3JjEVf85w1NSaeYc6SRQJcBKraYUvrZ7UYXB69Yxq5EC61sKlKGJlPJATop3VBantrKrfdJ6LpEsNwouBEWw12RF8JlE6eQ5TyQ/s2048/301810845_10229838982295652_7847877144317954049_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgt0rdMnMqCG2v8Z32Sf-7rCxx7yRTS9KHFBC46YopeHhnJX8_MnODcRx4mE_Ck5xlnwrgd_Mw6R4X0SOelr_ljyTW3JjEVf85w1NSaeYc6SRQJcBKraYUvrZ7UYXB69Yxq5EC61sKlKGJlPJATop3VBantrKrfdJ6LpEsNwouBEWw12RF8JlE6eQ5TyQ/s320/301810845_10229838982295652_7847877144317954049_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">As I've mentioned before, my mid-weight linen and cotton blend bias created enough bulk at the petal point that even with careful trimming the point could not be ...well....pointed. So I had to cut through the entire tip to allow the fabric to lay smoothly. My cure was to sew the blunt tip to the edge of the sleeve puff band and cover it with a fabric ball.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmz-5jKoJvi7WgIXb_F0WsuH6dtSEVVxN6Wd7c7cAdMu6UnUvvwOUDSfaM8OjGsxJcRW6AV0nec0i1QakIDfAgB_C36otlifXvxSaLWz5wk4LlBIR_g8I-J59mVnIEoFFuypNXmwt9JFGCoBwZ47itSqXckGo7VLSD3D6f7YGdhr5IyN466nMmbHZijg/s2048/305579015_10229838977055521_7553509825173904813_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmz-5jKoJvi7WgIXb_F0WsuH6dtSEVVxN6Wd7c7cAdMu6UnUvvwOUDSfaM8OjGsxJcRW6AV0nec0i1QakIDfAgB_C36otlifXvxSaLWz5wk4LlBIR_g8I-J59mVnIEoFFuypNXmwt9JFGCoBwZ47itSqXckGo7VLSD3D6f7YGdhr5IyN466nMmbHZijg/s320/305579015_10229838977055521_7553509825173904813_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">With the three petals finished for the right shoulder I can now begin the petals for the left shoulder. I followed the same process but began to sew my strips on the right side of the petal first and then overlapping with the left side. The opposite way I sewed the bias for the other shoulder. Would anyone ever notice that? Probably not. But it just seemed like the right thing to do and so....here it is.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUH-x_dglhjmwe1GDeCb0DlCzPspknB1RihwiS0OF97ADLMqMMJY0gew8FDwNJCcEi1ZHQcX75Qp6VC6E5yxGmsss9iu84CO5erClqWyP-RGUaHeJQYTlilfpupiPYeTYFnKcU2XZQiWsPEqFLyMnvwC_Et6obGhlxk6v1L8LgfD4KJa2DaDclYO5L5w/s2048/305471186_10229838988055796_8229942601579700761_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUH-x_dglhjmwe1GDeCb0DlCzPspknB1RihwiS0OF97ADLMqMMJY0gew8FDwNJCcEi1ZHQcX75Qp6VC6E5yxGmsss9iu84CO5erClqWyP-RGUaHeJQYTlilfpupiPYeTYFnKcU2XZQiWsPEqFLyMnvwC_Et6obGhlxk6v1L8LgfD4KJa2DaDclYO5L5w/s320/305471186_10229838988055796_8229942601579700761_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Applying Petals to Caps</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The petals are pinned with the center petal on top and overlapping at the thread marks at the front and back petals.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihC4KVl2tV9i3lHcPHup249wILVeoT-VaRBQLq-tNp5Siedx9stegRRkb1zdfUWDU_Ol-bFTWWzemONlj-_y9IhR76CWvYkg5AhEzsm-lBTuiaQ_5NkEGgYUmCVD3g-KgnqN4OeRLPM9ldBDG5nZzOfb_AsHv_yJKdfYo9fA523QXX5JyGzvSXH5DRug/s2026/308993001_10229839026896767_6863141201328261304_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="899" data-original-width="2026" height="142" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihC4KVl2tV9i3lHcPHup249wILVeoT-VaRBQLq-tNp5Siedx9stegRRkb1zdfUWDU_Ol-bFTWWzemONlj-_y9IhR76CWvYkg5AhEzsm-lBTuiaQ_5NkEGgYUmCVD3g-KgnqN4OeRLPM9ldBDG5nZzOfb_AsHv_yJKdfYo9fA523QXX5JyGzvSXH5DRug/s320/308993001_10229839026896767_6863141201328261304_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimrMI3VEs9YVLy0ZFBPYw4xmp2RUknD4t05VveNSN5sOMxbN8GcfxHIt58lmObrbG5UMImCMQzcg9r24Zgxb5JzqLurTMpCI2UEGy8TI83ug1ScE5HaAiN97MVyOMAQa4x-i8oA9b3VltRgPN8iL0zPslgX8TG6Hrnc3DlYF6bGTIS5fa2BzNGhOSTKw/s1998/306005739_10229839027776789_4306371308746535243_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="963" data-original-width="1998" height="154" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimrMI3VEs9YVLy0ZFBPYw4xmp2RUknD4t05VveNSN5sOMxbN8GcfxHIt58lmObrbG5UMImCMQzcg9r24Zgxb5JzqLurTMpCI2UEGy8TI83ug1ScE5HaAiN97MVyOMAQa4x-i8oA9b3VltRgPN8iL0zPslgX8TG6Hrnc3DlYF6bGTIS5fa2BzNGhOSTKw/s320/306005739_10229839027776789_4306371308746535243_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The pattern template is placed on the Spencer with a mark for #1, #2, the natural shoulder, #3, and #4. 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The fabric balls are stitched over the petal point through the sleeve band.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9T_AduX9fd51zOKog7rhy0431u0lDei7RRvivHGXO48mu0eNsacmMmmkjFE6YRFMaMUVYlhpXJPjCgq-zz6KEqd_5buC2v9QgRc8LrWk7jl-NtusXhF-C6zy2QSH-gzVL-evZ-DbaV0WBSrLVxtEMulc-fjRVmeSH_sgqOA8XZ16llW8SaOA4RLt8Tw/s2048/306753668_10229839035376979_6108004831767913579_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9T_AduX9fd51zOKog7rhy0431u0lDei7RRvivHGXO48mu0eNsacmMmmkjFE6YRFMaMUVYlhpXJPjCgq-zz6KEqd_5buC2v9QgRc8LrWk7jl-NtusXhF-C6zy2QSH-gzVL-evZ-DbaV0WBSrLVxtEMulc-fjRVmeSH_sgqOA8XZ16llW8SaOA4RLt8Tw/s320/306753668_10229839035376979_6108004831767913579_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcpjRTU5qNtl8WpL1gR4teACEcC8hR9owrwXwDWC9z4pXzYa7MPjL499tQqUoGckSmjMvdw-ThNTUXVDjAcVOKJUE0rKkZg7MR2KdYTrUl7K0oBYkUHopYjBBpdYdeB7X_y5mPkGVDC84GcuPsFyycWEmDiIZFl9-maaLLM8f3AFGItqIVUaZzREL6Yw/s1872/305844910_10229839037337028_2640912588966776866_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1054" data-original-width="1872" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcpjRTU5qNtl8WpL1gR4teACEcC8hR9owrwXwDWC9z4pXzYa7MPjL499tQqUoGckSmjMvdw-ThNTUXVDjAcVOKJUE0rKkZg7MR2KdYTrUl7K0oBYkUHopYjBBpdYdeB7X_y5mPkGVDC84GcuPsFyycWEmDiIZFl9-maaLLM8f3AFGItqIVUaZzREL6Yw/s320/305844910_10229839037337028_2640912588966776866_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiu1SQwDDCBqoPD6McSiEwyzkB5hsURrIParfRHqCHTPFqbrPYd7mtr1s7svLWM4MrzVXkvY4Y8kR2VeyCzx-FpvC68KSHaLaXtGDc92RdBhVzV323t7Fnrey8O2U6mcldHqZW2MlugoUkNjPO7Bpf52hPoXIP4buVsWT_Q1OoF2BK-IFC3NBG1sWO6vw/s2048/306287099_10229839036297002_5108120622244386138_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiu1SQwDDCBqoPD6McSiEwyzkB5hsURrIParfRHqCHTPFqbrPYd7mtr1s7svLWM4MrzVXkvY4Y8kR2VeyCzx-FpvC68KSHaLaXtGDc92RdBhVzV323t7Fnrey8O2U6mcldHqZW2MlugoUkNjPO7Bpf52hPoXIP4buVsWT_Q1OoF2BK-IFC3NBG1sWO6vw/s320/306287099_10229839036297002_5108120622244386138_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqxL41qNLmR73R79g3KNvDgDy8QWAG3cPZ6GSq-ufaG-809FrPymEz0C1FGFq2iT5PXevBhklw-qU5JELzzjM0TfUq8OPuAs8Ust7P8N1LDPBh4giN3sRnFqDEvZ2EcA6fGGtBYlyUKJC2km9D9VDJKz-KEmLYBMMdVHHngqtMJUPswVmjsl9g7_ifXA/s2048/307848572_10229839036497007_8801350502747447433_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1153" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqxL41qNLmR73R79g3KNvDgDy8QWAG3cPZ6GSq-ufaG-809FrPymEz0C1FGFq2iT5PXevBhklw-qU5JELzzjM0TfUq8OPuAs8Ust7P8N1LDPBh4giN3sRnFqDEvZ2EcA6fGGtBYlyUKJC2km9D9VDJKz-KEmLYBMMdVHHngqtMJUPswVmjsl9g7_ifXA/s320/307848572_10229839036497007_8801350502747447433_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Certain Sundries Hamilton Spencer Sew-a-long</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Can you believe it! The Hamilton Spencer is finished!! And we need some finished photos of the Hamilton Spencer being worn! But before I do that I want to tell you about Maeri of Certain Sundries. Maeri hosted a Hamilton Spencer Sew-a-long and although I was only able to attend a few sessions, some beautiful Hamilton Spencers came out of that group.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3l3t22uOM5Tvgwjma-Smkuj_oNuBxkxrTQAOT5Qpjl82Ik5DjaQY_GdFDCb9KRKBtOX_BrkHP5Qj01Lv_bCrMx4k83pkjt4W6Oi4-SKOl5fhRUjXc36fcm-f304hkW3xObeJgPQ-stQiehXRkNT0i7IYEAqRL0Fu1YRHOwh3v402IIyLpeJXXPXEx7Q/s1838/313228389_10230345931969077_3067852002539442225_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1838" data-original-width="1074" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3l3t22uOM5Tvgwjma-Smkuj_oNuBxkxrTQAOT5Qpjl82Ik5DjaQY_GdFDCb9KRKBtOX_BrkHP5Qj01Lv_bCrMx4k83pkjt4W6Oi4-SKOl5fhRUjXc36fcm-f304hkW3xObeJgPQ-stQiehXRkNT0i7IYEAqRL0Fu1YRHOwh3v402IIyLpeJXXPXEx7Q/s320/313228389_10230345931969077_3067852002539442225_n.jpg" width="187" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Although this same pattern is used, every creation is so unique!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The Finished Hamilton Spencer and an Historical Find</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And here is my finished version on the dressform.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAyTq0Zs0SQ4vI_SNTzxCNJQGVxmWBXR-b1qNNx-pI00LESMZV03whb7k47PlVI7HA16KvrCjir1hwa-Lyt_AEfcW7x_ZaV-Byy2M2XN1ItuxwZWD6vuQQ_h2dNldGgzzeSJWfxxt8diE63XScMxkx3VeBf5xUD-QDQLnwNl1ZhQrfA8Shqc7lx6C6tQ/s2048/308951134_10229839038337053_7719579423250290202_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAyTq0Zs0SQ4vI_SNTzxCNJQGVxmWBXR-b1qNNx-pI00LESMZV03whb7k47PlVI7HA16KvrCjir1hwa-Lyt_AEfcW7x_ZaV-Byy2M2XN1ItuxwZWD6vuQQ_h2dNldGgzzeSJWfxxt8diE63XScMxkx3VeBf5xUD-QDQLnwNl1ZhQrfA8Shqc7lx6C6tQ/s320/308951134_10229839038337053_7719579423250290202_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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The embellishments also have their roots in history. From the Metropolitan Museum of Art, an 1820 Spencer, with rouleaux, double cord, and lattice with bows on the sleeves.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/108019?img=5" target="_blank">https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/108019?img=5</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8R5Ywhuo34XpKaxdwaI41rA-Ne_IZTjGhlRUw99htUGX_vf9JKTqU9BRzrqP4PIXcWb_NyqRLwx1ehcnC2i7_P0CSk_klTd2L6sZM-uCL4l8WScdp5gvGSYfEBrkAAS5Tbb2TlG3klQb_tsS59rYYrz4xMEjmguKSnK6a5hZE-XQJJGqhw6qnkLnqFA/s1200/312556811_10230086170395200_6288568930891399922_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1096" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8R5Ywhuo34XpKaxdwaI41rA-Ne_IZTjGhlRUw99htUGX_vf9JKTqU9BRzrqP4PIXcWb_NyqRLwx1ehcnC2i7_P0CSk_klTd2L6sZM-uCL4l8WScdp5gvGSYfEBrkAAS5Tbb2TlG3klQb_tsS59rYYrz4xMEjmguKSnK6a5hZE-XQJJGqhw6qnkLnqFA/s320/312556811_10230086170395200_6288568930891399922_n.jpg" width="292" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikaWPE-AwczuQJXeRrKrSUhIbs8jBrvCQUObqi7QAXiUuZPGsAR93XCZPwWeg8hMVywXnbfQcvUut2yQQGZlq7SNHtOpsEOZN0-lpmigc-KWUNA9yT8XfBsHscxSRvyPCmDPOEzGw-LcvOGZf4AueroXLA2QfQp1jWm-IEu8-IssBVkdElZVrFp08YNg/s1200/312525151_10230086170875212_2437873725520515202_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="820" data-original-width="1200" height="219" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikaWPE-AwczuQJXeRrKrSUhIbs8jBrvCQUObqi7QAXiUuZPGsAR93XCZPwWeg8hMVywXnbfQcvUut2yQQGZlq7SNHtOpsEOZN0-lpmigc-KWUNA9yT8XfBsHscxSRvyPCmDPOEzGw-LcvOGZf4AueroXLA2QfQp1jWm-IEu8-IssBVkdElZVrFp08YNg/s320/312525151_10230086170875212_2437873725520515202_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The Hat</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">When I purchased the white embroidered linen used for my Regency gown I purchased a hat made by the same costumer. I've used this hat for several costumes changing the embellishments to coordinate with the costume. I had a bit of rouleaux left over from the Hamilton Spencer project and using it with some braiding and single rouleaux, and some more fabric balls, I created this hat.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiOWWVPu5_vxVTTKvOm26W5GpkhF0ObmmbyW7WcsrB3FysamkxcHnHKmKB6obN8RGPZK3VidK2gWHIUDavKFwdYRsMS9SeKRMsnDWTbD2-hUDWkLLUCaKRL0VqY8vGGy7gOSD0KJLrrSM9Wfp44tXEKR2PzxvLkEW5mbi6xSzZnRqZFGGv-JdxYA3BlA/s2048/313007753_10230132173425247_8397028408001953503_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1153" data-original-width="2048" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiOWWVPu5_vxVTTKvOm26W5GpkhF0ObmmbyW7WcsrB3FysamkxcHnHKmKB6obN8RGPZK3VidK2gWHIUDavKFwdYRsMS9SeKRMsnDWTbD2-hUDWkLLUCaKRL0VqY8vGGy7gOSD0KJLrrSM9Wfp44tXEKR2PzxvLkEW5mbi6xSzZnRqZFGGv-JdxYA3BlA/s320/313007753_10230132173425247_8397028408001953503_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Hugs,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Jeanette</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The Historical Sew Monthly - 2022</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The Challenge: </b><strong style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">June:</strong><em style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><strong style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> At the Museum:</strong></em><span style="background-color: white; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px;"> Be inspired by the items and research available in museums and archives.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px;">A modern pattern developed and offered as a fundraiser by the Costume Industry Coalition during the World Health Crisis. The double piping, rouleaux, and sleeve motif are directly inspired by an 1820 Spencer at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The link is in the blog post and video.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px;"><b>Material: </b>Linen, rayon lining, cotton bias</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px;"><b>Pattern: </b>Hamilton Spencer by Costume Industry Coalition</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px;"><b>Year: </b>1820</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px;"><b>Notions: </b>Linen canvas interlining, tailor's tape, cotton cord</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px;"><b>How historically accurate is it? </b>The pattern and embellishment are very historically influenced. The fabrics and sewing methods are modern or self-determined.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px;"><b>Hours to complete: </b>168 hours</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px;"><b>First worn: </b>Only for photos</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px;"><b>Total cost: </b>$27</span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKc8r2FPrLIhg2StUfIRbCCIILOuuq0ZpreuB3E0Kg2F-WgjfFXKC94n9H66Ry57sAfgc-IMvgoyaVHUf0ezOPmUqlvrczLDG8tur0-kK1fYG2kiuuLrnS3hxUq_kHAj8JjWfDUepQJVX3N3rTB58mhncS53D-i8B3g_WKnuajbANI9Sj74_FLfMuMUw/s320/Tan%20and%20Grey%20Minimalism%20DIY%20Influencer%20YouTube%20Thumbnail%20Set%20(6).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Julia Quinn wrote a book.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBEg8dNvDNwhHGUBwwWbKzreKJSmz-6nDFAqZb-FSp-plZeyiDXHsEl6xIMi7ZvIMwnoFKMSzsw1T6dr7ENRyznqWCkVtIqIa4kYV-uU5S5eA1CuegXNPsGxeUX_jjszvD0Fbm1-bBTFgG6F8S6WEemf--nbEhR5vGhap-z6jPQnIsnfHtRXSCsYR8pQ/s165/JuliaQuinn.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="165" data-original-width="137" height="165" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBEg8dNvDNwhHGUBwwWbKzreKJSmz-6nDFAqZb-FSp-plZeyiDXHsEl6xIMi7ZvIMwnoFKMSzsw1T6dr7ENRyznqWCkVtIqIa4kYV-uU5S5eA1CuegXNPsGxeUX_jjszvD0Fbm1-bBTFgG6F8S6WEemf--nbEhR5vGhap-z6jPQnIsnfHtRXSCsYR8pQ/s1600/JuliaQuinn.jpg" width="137" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Well, that's an understatement, isn't it?! Julia Quinn wrote a series of eight novels set in the Regency Era. They feature the charming Bridgerton family and the eight charming and alphabetized children Anthony, Benedict, Colin, Daphne, Eloise, Francesca, Gregory and Hyacinth.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBFr0XPiNveBybmQKPR1yKGJh2RSYkR9yLV-Y6SqCsNFHW0OM0CyKXOp4ABW5IZz5GA4ClDHZUybcgw0_cEDTODruiI3_hwl7vUC5Jcg6A533GC2Ny0qhCKjzTELGbKkWcs0pn69OmsKagqhTkBcu3KtjhE3AmLv-_FSK7sLRO-gdcQlRbnu2cSaYaOg/s500/278213665_10228858394501570_653844629007922834_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="395" data-original-width="500" height="253" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBFr0XPiNveBybmQKPR1yKGJh2RSYkR9yLV-Y6SqCsNFHW0OM0CyKXOp4ABW5IZz5GA4ClDHZUybcgw0_cEDTODruiI3_hwl7vUC5Jcg6A533GC2Ny0qhCKjzTELGbKkWcs0pn69OmsKagqhTkBcu3KtjhE3AmLv-_FSK7sLRO-gdcQlRbnu2cSaYaOg/s320/278213665_10228858394501570_653844629007922834_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The first novel, The Duke and I, is Daphne's story set in 1813 when Daphne is 21 years old. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVynbywSLN_fixWcYYU8hGrkAyNa9A1z546Div1-1NV4sWi9msN8yADSLh39FlrW6jZdtmBi_9-qBALeQ0bPgWqa5OCG2s0oScyehJvg-QWxVVB02Ji_xMlbT9Thvs7r8F60fgXeqlk21MN3f-yA86OgwshLHUiUp2RraBEGnNe_pZlWD1P3s-cRwRzA/s350/278085362_10228858396981632_6764112977149730066_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="350" data-original-width="221" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVynbywSLN_fixWcYYU8hGrkAyNa9A1z546Div1-1NV4sWi9msN8yADSLh39FlrW6jZdtmBi_9-qBALeQ0bPgWqa5OCG2s0oScyehJvg-QWxVVB02Ji_xMlbT9Thvs7r8F60fgXeqlk21MN3f-yA86OgwshLHUiUp2RraBEGnNe_pZlWD1P3s-cRwRzA/s320/278085362_10228858396981632_6764112977149730066_n.jpg" width="202" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>The Duke and I was published on January 5, 2000. The copy from the Young Adult section of my local library has a different cover and also contains the Bridgerton Family tree, the first and second Epilogues, and a Meet the Author and Behind the Book sections.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5TqoZDHpRhD365svmWTFNhaJLTq39QbzHozxS0VzCihyq2VTLnr369JKukU0r9v1mf4TIjHQrTjsxP_Ntlx4ML321XFspIVojFnSkBDSOQ_3bNQVYB0Ber8Z1Pj9Dyz_xyDNQMbfTS8r8ZkhJBaR42XbY_dhkBxbLy9bLsgk5gQMICmqRPDQDNtpHxQ/s960/289221252_10229315236042323_65546279774268792_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5TqoZDHpRhD365svmWTFNhaJLTq39QbzHozxS0VzCihyq2VTLnr369JKukU0r9v1mf4TIjHQrTjsxP_Ntlx4ML321XFspIVojFnSkBDSOQ_3bNQVYB0Ber8Z1Pj9Dyz_xyDNQMbfTS8r8ZkhJBaR42XbY_dhkBxbLy9bLsgk5gQMICmqRPDQDNtpHxQ/s960/289221252_10229315236042323_65546279774268792_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcG70v2vNCeuaXa-N8JB6OyrgXpaBF4S7lKHtwcPxOFfyawGic0u9PoUvfzDB7Tmbu7uvZ9WgAC0OOUIasyHGZ1Becp8Q02ybXRZvKsGpcsISyzMa9ddxUo1Xvx9c20KDPhMDSvzC4NWNrEF1nWNvErQMm9QBL26jQ9GuBblNxWb0Riv4Tq06kFOWAZQ/s960/289152191_10229315237602362_3522673571186844071_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcG70v2vNCeuaXa-N8JB6OyrgXpaBF4S7lKHtwcPxOFfyawGic0u9PoUvfzDB7Tmbu7uvZ9WgAC0OOUIasyHGZ1Becp8Q02ybXRZvKsGpcsISyzMa9ddxUo1Xvx9c20KDPhMDSvzC4NWNrEF1nWNvErQMm9QBL26jQ9GuBblNxWb0Riv4Tq06kFOWAZQ/s320/289152191_10229315237602362_3522673571186844071_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5TqoZDHpRhD365svmWTFNhaJLTq39QbzHozxS0VzCihyq2VTLnr369JKukU0r9v1mf4TIjHQrTjsxP_Ntlx4ML321XFspIVojFnSkBDSOQ_3bNQVYB0Ber8Z1Pj9Dyz_xyDNQMbfTS8r8ZkhJBaR42XbY_dhkBxbLy9bLsgk5gQMICmqRPDQDNtpHxQ/s320/289221252_10229315236042323_65546279774268792_n.jpg" width="320" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLB195RUuyXQJa01Lxi9gjY5ZJpt1pKNvYAiT1YGntvbaCbYrmAMj4mjSWjOAWUAtT3RpchSD0OcIBrF49H9VIC4C__dJynlyZcZAMifc8hrM3UGlhAWknG4z1tguG1lYUIrPRm0oSMBt9wfd3vOhARB-J4lJ3oAQwBgYLHrQwKq7PGV8g_yxr2pxUyQ/s940/289016075_10229315236562336_4039376212940656004_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="581" data-original-width="940" height="198" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLB195RUuyXQJa01Lxi9gjY5ZJpt1pKNvYAiT1YGntvbaCbYrmAMj4mjSWjOAWUAtT3RpchSD0OcIBrF49H9VIC4C__dJynlyZcZAMifc8hrM3UGlhAWknG4z1tguG1lYUIrPRm0oSMBt9wfd3vOhARB-J4lJ3oAQwBgYLHrQwKq7PGV8g_yxr2pxUyQ/s320/289016075_10229315236562336_4039376212940656004_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Fast forward twenty years as Julia Quinn's Bridgerton novels have been translated into thirty-seven languages and are beloved the world over. And then, one day, a special event! But I won't share that here as it's much too fun to learn yourself. This is the link to a YouTube video with Author Julia Quinn on How Shonda Rhimes Unexpectedly Discovered Her Book Series.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzXNwJwEHkxj21frHtSBp6g0KJXC7a6xvevgbqtThZRigFMk79R8KadCBCR_OkP-fjRZzQyE2z6N0b1epp45KBOv0dDfunrlSOwSGt3NrubvUypWUpNZaNa_SR5ZAU1neM97xoueW4OxAsTnT-Ewhj0PnB3CNOlQVPpR7sKneuudDv6_zkBtNCkIJz7Q/s1920/Screenshot%20(52).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzXNwJwEHkxj21frHtSBp6g0KJXC7a6xvevgbqtThZRigFMk79R8KadCBCR_OkP-fjRZzQyE2z6N0b1epp45KBOv0dDfunrlSOwSGt3NrubvUypWUpNZaNa_SR5ZAU1neM97xoueW4OxAsTnT-Ewhj0PnB3CNOlQVPpR7sKneuudDv6_zkBtNCkIJz7Q/s320/Screenshot%20(52).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h4K2FJMtpIU&t=6s" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h4K2FJMtpIU&t=6s</a><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div>As so it was that Chris Van Dusen created the streaming television series produced by Shondaland for Netflix.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwOUJ8cAI1qZRw9-8AA_MfqRi3e8PVuhcurCLI4mstzAmHtfOoFWI0Fbe9G2SM0xstZC3ZMF5L_RhaEWMyO6BFpMaOQCO0ZOLKmdqYYS1J6UyU9cJj6Hwk_qp41zaqwcnlDGWESqT0vWdIEg53R4kbOeQn3BT2eBc7rEIO2LSMkn8rDuCxyXbbheDuTg/s960/289157000_10229315237922370_6926408029627684880_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwOUJ8cAI1qZRw9-8AA_MfqRi3e8PVuhcurCLI4mstzAmHtfOoFWI0Fbe9G2SM0xstZC3ZMF5L_RhaEWMyO6BFpMaOQCO0ZOLKmdqYYS1J6UyU9cJj6Hwk_qp41zaqwcnlDGWESqT0vWdIEg53R4kbOeQn3BT2eBc7rEIO2LSMkn8rDuCxyXbbheDuTg/s320/289157000_10229315237922370_6926408029627684880_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Although as with many adaptations the show doesn't follow the books exactly, it does revolve around the charming Bridgerton family set in Regency era London during the social season. It also features the ton which was the high society in the United Kingdom during that time and later. The ton means "manners" or "style" with the full phrase being le bon ton, meaning etiquette, "good manners" or "good form". And our Lady Whistledown does know how to stir up the ton with her Society Papers!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfisOM8_qttnZRlLU_dMdo_VnXJWcM4J7CimFzH2kEbySu5ZNNU4FcmyZKxVtg-VJ9vtJurysE6ifPKnqSr_U29LRiZUuMMUeZS03qA_-DYNkDGZjJfgys1HJzYho-t3TBGnr8nAIfEhNDGOZ-YGnvuG9PAcagfvWyfsHbNWLCct5Ac-bQxyzhsAkFww/s332/LadyWhistledown.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="166" data-original-width="332" height="160" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfisOM8_qttnZRlLU_dMdo_VnXJWcM4J7CimFzH2kEbySu5ZNNU4FcmyZKxVtg-VJ9vtJurysE6ifPKnqSr_U29LRiZUuMMUeZS03qA_-DYNkDGZjJfgys1HJzYho-t3TBGnr8nAIfEhNDGOZ-YGnvuG9PAcagfvWyfsHbNWLCct5Ac-bQxyzhsAkFww/s320/LadyWhistledown.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Here is another YouTube video link for you to hear Shonda Rhimes revealing that the show WON'T follow the flow of the books.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOANbumRwtb_JwTGt4y0XezPgMLGIcZuwuwLCOiwrpawz7vjW_HhnNepwa2ecHrmXl3W0dRmf6-sXIWxH9wiBA3pD073mkKFaLL_wGtWzTH-pX4XeyrkR73Kedtf5wvLD4ka3K5FjCk3di8lvWgWLVYzSfWgjy8-xqpsuMNhu43YFolE4u3VDOSUEKHg/s1920/Screenshot%20(53).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOANbumRwtb_JwTGt4y0XezPgMLGIcZuwuwLCOiwrpawz7vjW_HhnNepwa2ecHrmXl3W0dRmf6-sXIWxH9wiBA3pD073mkKFaLL_wGtWzTH-pX4XeyrkR73Kedtf5wvLD4ka3K5FjCk3di8lvWgWLVYzSfWgjy8-xqpsuMNhu43YFolE4u3VDOSUEKHg/s320/Screenshot%20(53).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcj-bTR22f8" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcj-bTR22f8</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">But whatever the order, the series was a hit when Season 1 was released in December 2020 with over 625 million hours viewed and was the most-watched English-language series on Netflix. That record was surpassed by the second season and by April 2021 the series was renewed for a third and fourth season. We will have All Things Bridgerton for the near future! Yay!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The costume designer, Ellen Mirojnick, was one of the first of the staff to be hired. The decision was made to feature a fictional, fantasy, fun, feast for the eyes as an adaptation of the Regency Period. It was to be a colorful and *gasp* bonnetless! costume series. The 230 artisans created 7,500 full costumes for the first season. This link will take you to the YouTube video of an hour long question and answer period with Ellen Mirojnick. It is fascinating! She understood she would be "raked over the coals" by the historical purists, but her vision worked and delighted an audience who needed love, drama, fantasy, and color during a world health crisis. We got all that and some very steamy romance as well!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEc_Q-LhvuarKoe7AfJkAOWsfIyvqJjlrsZ51fQxRXRpJnrs7jF0Wc7jsPcTxSopyDM6mgAGqSNWlyt3mJWhAN5U_k1qen9zWVJHvu_iHoYU6xRSuzHgMLb58hYBL5JVcml5NUBm8XqWtyRobphWSps1r4-_zFZIjHsZ4-8CTyx2lbaidsbeDFtF2N8Q/s1920/Screenshot%20(51).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEc_Q-LhvuarKoe7AfJkAOWsfIyvqJjlrsZ51fQxRXRpJnrs7jF0Wc7jsPcTxSopyDM6mgAGqSNWlyt3mJWhAN5U_k1qen9zWVJHvu_iHoYU6xRSuzHgMLb58hYBL5JVcml5NUBm8XqWtyRobphWSps1r4-_zFZIjHsZ4-8CTyx2lbaidsbeDFtF2N8Q/s320/Screenshot%20(51).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZc2UNx1fGA&t=2228s" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZc2UNx1fGA&t=2228s</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixCCfKXVPq4EBtf3VkZQ1xyRJ5scyAw-_JOp7o4XnYbNZmq9HL8QBcMm3vkIYt2CIT_O24DSdC5ABTdIsyhD9HfbNylYgXtvX5aVHLQ95a4WPCaYFWQc1PBeE5nyT4tuP0UVe3fHhknmn-jGE6XMdD7k1IxGT65FC2O4WhVbm87oKt-rHBk2q5M1Yk0A/s366/bridgertonball.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="191" data-original-width="366" height="167" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixCCfKXVPq4EBtf3VkZQ1xyRJ5scyAw-_JOp7o4XnYbNZmq9HL8QBcMm3vkIYt2CIT_O24DSdC5ABTdIsyhD9HfbNylYgXtvX5aVHLQ95a4WPCaYFWQc1PBeE5nyT4tuP0UVe3fHhknmn-jGE6XMdD7k1IxGT65FC2O4WhVbm87oKt-rHBk2q5M1Yk0A/s320/bridgertonball.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizUhZUltbAJIOnKoxzTjo5dXrVFlHHQqVyB91oyzq9flm4XoPeu4FXy9VG-HCz-UcVBPuzAOMdUi2rcRxQQULdqXo6GLMVttBLaA8Aav2EE7ru4_9kT-Yek_U4HmaCT7S4dArsSk81xIniKuTbW2jg3JZzSOtND11XRnOD2J4PnhibF2AvKR12u6LZog/s271/featherington.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="203" data-original-width="271" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizUhZUltbAJIOnKoxzTjo5dXrVFlHHQqVyB91oyzq9flm4XoPeu4FXy9VG-HCz-UcVBPuzAOMdUi2rcRxQQULdqXo6GLMVttBLaA8Aav2EE7ru4_9kT-Yek_U4HmaCT7S4dArsSk81xIniKuTbW2jg3JZzSOtND11XRnOD2J4PnhibF2AvKR12u6LZog/s1600/featherington.jpg" width="271" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The Pattern</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Soon, the costuming industry began offering some very Bridgerton- and Featherington-inspired items. A welcome sign to me that maybe more people were discovering this wonderful hobby of grown-up dress-up. The Simplicity Pattern Company released S9434 in very Featherington-esque inspirations and I decided to create a fun Bridgerton gown. The pattern was on sale and I ordered it choosing the correct size option for me.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjT7ozVEUF8_ah33RcPWZF-fCTj8TGVVkB3OcugHScm84y7YVAtums3Wvw4sAWD3_5hmc7TaSycguZcLXiYBTohwSmjwM9vF5wYMxc7JHUesrSKm8Z1MHBdiUg0_G7f3fQgZ1ezxxZrhhA4YIMG0GLvnw4K7r0nhu5TdlOUXr6tT60Iut5_IEO3PNgHDg/s1372/272414110_10228423000056981_2991852613763217901_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1372" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjT7ozVEUF8_ah33RcPWZF-fCTj8TGVVkB3OcugHScm84y7YVAtums3Wvw4sAWD3_5hmc7TaSycguZcLXiYBTohwSmjwM9vF5wYMxc7JHUesrSKm8Z1MHBdiUg0_G7f3fQgZ1ezxxZrhhA4YIMG0GLvnw4K7r0nhu5TdlOUXr6tT60Iut5_IEO3PNgHDg/s320/272414110_10228423000056981_2991852613763217901_n.jpg" width="149" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">My size for this pattern will be 16 based on the measurements on the back of the envelope flap. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZPDGQvn9k30vQrWmqlyhdQo1ROgODrUuhmfFhVH2n0l6UGPQNCiJcr83CqOVp6qeL-juobvf9aICXPqF2qvGW5GkvfgSg5cMR46gb_IzmAbVbEZYxyi4kYBzntEnpveUef19UE0q4hL1RaNuiICyOubTj4-PT8sAr3uo2rxVTFrh7vzF7c9cDk2qItg/s960/278168700_10228858470503470_4533171577546410613_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZPDGQvn9k30vQrWmqlyhdQo1ROgODrUuhmfFhVH2n0l6UGPQNCiJcr83CqOVp6qeL-juobvf9aICXPqF2qvGW5GkvfgSg5cMR46gb_IzmAbVbEZYxyi4kYBzntEnpveUef19UE0q4hL1RaNuiICyOubTj4-PT8sAr3uo2rxVTFrh7vzF7c9cDk2qItg/s320/278168700_10228858470503470_4533171577546410613_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The finished garment measurements are on the bottom of the envelope back and a size 16 will have 2" of ease built into the pattern. "Ease" which is explained on one of the pattern pieces is "the difference between the standard body measurements for a size given on the envelope back and the finished garment measurements as printed on the pattern tissue".</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixrrtCBbODWAojpKfA8VEZJg5N7JrRiznaCB9hG3QI2bLNNOiY8rCqzgtkCbh146XBMJ3ynwRRCqwVzq3v8QRCoCYZxv3Oa3t5mV2rReBnEgYW1RiJjs_I3S3AvsWpVxNCpjyFrWhsGs4m9Y2qm8i6TPGhob3AJGIt6nYop5lV3pWZGOtVHwCHY1Dl9w/s960/278123057_10228858482703775_340644980441450743_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixrrtCBbODWAojpKfA8VEZJg5N7JrRiznaCB9hG3QI2bLNNOiY8rCqzgtkCbh146XBMJ3ynwRRCqwVzq3v8QRCoCYZxv3Oa3t5mV2rReBnEgYW1RiJjs_I3S3AvsWpVxNCpjyFrWhsGs4m9Y2qm8i6TPGhob3AJGIt6nYop5lV3pWZGOtVHwCHY1Dl9w/s320/278123057_10228858482703775_340644980441450743_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWhN41BZWUXIybvx26uFl1ePTk4WjIlCfoeK1So5gxAHbKu0n1p5b7zee0gZ-0MfNZ2tCXdo52jBaGO7OFe-031VTi0gHLFR6JgKMzE_u94wAqJ4GwhBvmTI6qTcDk6G-2bvI0uSqjhLGOcg1ew5uphnr5_BtQWD0etv_dZdM1GQgMCohvvSBRZRWJgg/s960/291180823_10229391975120752_4395054917812274038_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWhN41BZWUXIybvx26uFl1ePTk4WjIlCfoeK1So5gxAHbKu0n1p5b7zee0gZ-0MfNZ2tCXdo52jBaGO7OFe-031VTi0gHLFR6JgKMzE_u94wAqJ4GwhBvmTI6qTcDk6G-2bvI0uSqjhLGOcg1ew5uphnr5_BtQWD0etv_dZdM1GQgMCohvvSBRZRWJgg/s320/291180823_10229391975120752_4395054917812274038_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7CzNfVag01jpxJ99rOgDXPSACH9X4yeFKMRb1GTIHGgVdOY06mU797xKf0dLVw-wVP5B_ingYk_Md0RKD-A6qhOia5YlnzlfVL71t8YgOvi_cifk9VyuUQmQw1OZJxbAjHb3HK0M4O4Zv-U5AvbvYYKaDYWCLZVTUiLwuuTIsxIOtVytyeZYNblpElw/s960/291128084_10229391975560763_7269696536187293720_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7CzNfVag01jpxJ99rOgDXPSACH9X4yeFKMRb1GTIHGgVdOY06mU797xKf0dLVw-wVP5B_ingYk_Md0RKD-A6qhOia5YlnzlfVL71t8YgOvi_cifk9VyuUQmQw1OZJxbAjHb3HK0M4O4Zv-U5AvbvYYKaDYWCLZVTUiLwuuTIsxIOtVytyeZYNblpElw/s320/291128084_10229391975560763_7269696536187293720_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>I'm satisfied with the ease in this garment as I will be wearing undergarments that do not compress any part of my body, like a corset, and with the empire waist style of this garment the only fit concern is at the bust and the length of the gown.<div><br /></div><div>Now it's time to choose which gown I will sew. I know I want a contrast overlay which narrows my choices to C or D. I also prefer the sleeve in View D. So D it is!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtzhOYRVXyW4vppe0LFBh5F2nW0CzrbTRMXcigq3s-Rz30RTttlkmQv55tJLF4ALaPtiWqXR9kpJZisORBOD3kmwqI0S2EEuLvIFvJsUFQ3Vkd4cSJzyrRYZ1xpm6dOvtaB_9YDbQIbleAu9gOlH2YvFCcs6PVrkneCdiiAgSNUq76LgaGCmdKAzLnMQ/s960/278139330_10228858480743726_1438759998799315445_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtzhOYRVXyW4vppe0LFBh5F2nW0CzrbTRMXcigq3s-Rz30RTttlkmQv55tJLF4ALaPtiWqXR9kpJZisORBOD3kmwqI0S2EEuLvIFvJsUFQ3Vkd4cSJzyrRYZ1xpm6dOvtaB_9YDbQIbleAu9gOlH2YvFCcs6PVrkneCdiiAgSNUq76LgaGCmdKAzLnMQ/s320/278139330_10228858480743726_1438759998799315445_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">With the choice made I again refer to the pattern envelope to see how much fabric I will need and what notions are required for my choice.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh22v8pVNx4Wly9Qv0LDAyzWIAy145DmDS8J-0ZkQQ4pDxQb07cjIlo7DGoaM_1qFTL7fwIdv7oYeNAN6LgMJ2T5EZ7-dK_j9gz6ibu_WdsvdLxOD6rXvqIuFdNZM5E0zZaU8vUV8tT1jTGOwKr6eYFg2TZ2VbhKsWhmr6TvbzKxb8P1g1cl_ULxj8x2Q/s960/278143236_10228858470063459_6471296143393630174_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh22v8pVNx4Wly9Qv0LDAyzWIAy145DmDS8J-0ZkQQ4pDxQb07cjIlo7DGoaM_1qFTL7fwIdv7oYeNAN6LgMJ2T5EZ7-dK_j9gz6ibu_WdsvdLxOD6rXvqIuFdNZM5E0zZaU8vUV8tT1jTGOwKr6eYFg2TZ2VbhKsWhmr6TvbzKxb8P1g1cl_ULxj8x2Q/s320/278143236_10228858470063459_6471296143393630174_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2jrDhY7nP1SvYOfSeCFErYLh5pBg3_g6Ccf0R7FL0Ou8ARmLrIO-BvGttt16Q2GAbjOea5ycUtbsqnkEqipz8ribRtLuXxMWDfTseahprbtPHJHD_CwaXfDXSVSf2i18HBlA6pofhDvK2_UcyMj04As5rgXS91e4AmW9n4z6tW8OQEUg7jPMbB9DBJA/s960/278158339_10228858481903755_935335532348373501_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2jrDhY7nP1SvYOfSeCFErYLh5pBg3_g6Ccf0R7FL0Ou8ARmLrIO-BvGttt16Q2GAbjOea5ycUtbsqnkEqipz8ribRtLuXxMWDfTseahprbtPHJHD_CwaXfDXSVSf2i18HBlA6pofhDvK2_UcyMj04As5rgXS91e4AmW9n4z6tW8OQEUg7jPMbB9DBJA/s320/278158339_10228858481903755_935335532348373501_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div>The pattern is multi-sized for size 10 through 18. There are several pages of instructions and that is where I put my attention next.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfzk6XEsJDbJb9HRHzP38TISXksTDOzdzoxvqmG8RCvDTW10rP1LB7BBR7oy7IXS9nMEDBDDPr_a5n39D813aNadLM_b4rQ8hPjNx-hElrxcBLb6t_7E797r_H6dOUJmorkS2aZRT7NbZV2opGH0hdqg57UgBVg_TwUAoGmFhr2jnNephoInGGXvxk0A/s960/278178897_10228858470823478_3847822992319033099_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfzk6XEsJDbJb9HRHzP38TISXksTDOzdzoxvqmG8RCvDTW10rP1LB7BBR7oy7IXS9nMEDBDDPr_a5n39D813aNadLM_b4rQ8hPjNx-hElrxcBLb6t_7E797r_H6dOUJmorkS2aZRT7NbZV2opGH0hdqg57UgBVg_TwUAoGmFhr2jnNephoInGGXvxk0A/s320/278178897_10228858470823478_3847822992319033099_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The first page has illustrations of all views both front and back. The pattern pieces are illustrated with a key as to which pieces will be required for a specific view.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxODvZj2JuPtQfcGInxTyxnzTOhQdRm1LP0hB70toqyL9lEnKpWjXwnMzvSxZXXNXSmG2K2Nh6g7jtA2KL-ZgrqEm2POBGrLKBeWJ_hOOpMAuRUoIOeP5JFcHJA3nFY7olzQebl_5DvK2LrjuVUpPVxSL8wtBsGB70w2R_9XWetb15eeCH8g_n1Q52ew/s960/278106010_10228858471503495_5039539541478463956_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxODvZj2JuPtQfcGInxTyxnzTOhQdRm1LP0hB70toqyL9lEnKpWjXwnMzvSxZXXNXSmG2K2Nh6g7jtA2KL-ZgrqEm2POBGrLKBeWJ_hOOpMAuRUoIOeP5JFcHJA3nFY7olzQebl_5DvK2LrjuVUpPVxSL8wtBsGB70w2R_9XWetb15eeCH8g_n1Q52ew/s320/278106010_10228858471503495_5039539541478463956_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipLawPYDTP1LHy-6QWeep8pHC-vOv2tKEbr-0UJiqssVnmGSsEW5BzZG1Xmjob9VzpLyvPAS3TKmHDU291E7PU8iokK_8ZiBsCcWFa-_HCEfXPO_TcMOvSRBcBCukgbDmzuBpqHWb6sBqTFdLBWRp0KHpDk0eNeUXdrGEvFrkyT9Qb5ALolA7czrrxlw/s960/278115928_10228858472703525_8522721264129359588_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipLawPYDTP1LHy-6QWeep8pHC-vOv2tKEbr-0UJiqssVnmGSsEW5BzZG1Xmjob9VzpLyvPAS3TKmHDU291E7PU8iokK_8ZiBsCcWFa-_HCEfXPO_TcMOvSRBcBCukgbDmzuBpqHWb6sBqTFdLBWRp0KHpDk0eNeUXdrGEvFrkyT9Qb5ALolA7czrrxlw/s320/278115928_10228858472703525_8522721264129359588_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Next there are cutting layouts for different fabric widths with a key for pattern front or back, and fabric right or wrong sides.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgs0LwrXREg35aQnBWN3Y5QgIUafjmOUcO1n-KXpGuRRgDYFoTe30DUeJPhXyr50Mrgsh_qj5PMibIyn-3yI4X6iduPCflDOnRFeV5hrshAjJLKfSoD6MC8SKOgzA-wxXacLYrZQEwNzy7CLcrH90ydAim8Fk26N7cnCfyl7psy3lqU43ld_fJY2yX7ag/s960/278095608_10228858473823553_4941447858424324093_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgs0LwrXREg35aQnBWN3Y5QgIUafjmOUcO1n-KXpGuRRgDYFoTe30DUeJPhXyr50Mrgsh_qj5PMibIyn-3yI4X6iduPCflDOnRFeV5hrshAjJLKfSoD6MC8SKOgzA-wxXacLYrZQEwNzy7CLcrH90ydAim8Fk26N7cnCfyl7psy3lqU43ld_fJY2yX7ag/s320/278095608_10228858473823553_4941447858424324093_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The next section is General Directions.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtK4tj4ozp0XwAWWnsoGIQZGvAQ_Zh3W8ITz9bmXik-hS8zbyTFzR4r9jOEFFWPsuIk978-kGpqQgnOMW145nubo77CNPwCFBOd4_lFIKTp__rcrWnCe2Q2cMFjLjtZNo9reMFbdx6Ew3BZqmpWb7d8u8jiwk0jHeqx-6H-bsUIaITiOfptZbyxE2zbQ/s960/278154816_10228858474623573_335250425204945581_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtK4tj4ozp0XwAWWnsoGIQZGvAQ_Zh3W8ITz9bmXik-hS8zbyTFzR4r9jOEFFWPsuIk978-kGpqQgnOMW145nubo77CNPwCFBOd4_lFIKTp__rcrWnCe2Q2cMFjLjtZNo9reMFbdx6Ew3BZqmpWb7d8u8jiwk0jHeqx-6H-bsUIaITiOfptZbyxE2zbQ/s320/278154816_10228858474623573_335250425204945581_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Here are the symbols used on the pattern and what they mean. There are also directions to lengthen or shorten the pattern piece.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_a_BuZxN_SCAni351oVwr0UOjylAGm5mJoxdgtVaLD2ZssmSV58K82pi-Qv33G-g7qoLS8gcz1hWGDvW_D6c_4KTtYkDFOHNb3gypdwUEszZUqf-tnckVIdzKmhKFMZj-SqIM_w_vOMWkPwLecQCpOe_a9d8EAeQbs0Qt6l4AO0snnJhf3JFOQ1BIlw/s960/278148814_10228858477023633_6471468227510399520_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_a_BuZxN_SCAni351oVwr0UOjylAGm5mJoxdgtVaLD2ZssmSV58K82pi-Qv33G-g7qoLS8gcz1hWGDvW_D6c_4KTtYkDFOHNb3gypdwUEszZUqf-tnckVIdzKmhKFMZj-SqIM_w_vOMWkPwLecQCpOe_a9d8EAeQbs0Qt6l4AO0snnJhf3JFOQ1BIlw/s320/278148814_10228858477023633_6471468227510399520_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The section Cutting/Marking will give directions for before and after cutting and how to mark the fabric for matching one piece to another.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcwW8uV6NoXtzvX6M1MdHkKV58Yie2dtBzQ0jP1YFrOzDX3oc9ZM5lGuCBagI8ppOnqGHWm47WTM20w_zRI8VPizz6anXSckG6BOrj1zLEcpZxqoHm09sTvICCaERqmrk3rMWgH70HfniIGcPwOoJzgVe83ahqZsDsxfiVe7SWMCnBxhXAn_mlcvRObg/s960/278159121_10228858477463644_1135622218395951132_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcwW8uV6NoXtzvX6M1MdHkKV58Yie2dtBzQ0jP1YFrOzDX3oc9ZM5lGuCBagI8ppOnqGHWm47WTM20w_zRI8VPizz6anXSckG6BOrj1zLEcpZxqoHm09sTvICCaERqmrk3rMWgH70HfniIGcPwOoJzgVe83ahqZsDsxfiVe7SWMCnBxhXAn_mlcvRObg/s320/278159121_10228858477463644_1135622218395951132_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I trim each pattern piece to my size. There are three parts to the skirt portion of the gown: front, side front, and back.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi55voPxDEpMbKnjl0GvkRjbJc7K8n71ETk6kwi1Oc18GXSKNsTRaTlQhmU6jKxxb376vY3cK_uSS1sjklW5emQZgPFqzr5QA_m1QxUWrz6P-0Y4hmt6jTxfHjrk1put9agwvUzAckjS_EV9zcKYhSpSoyVNQmz8uDJpX9if17_Ay5bswarIEHuTdcxzA/s935/288996497_10229315243082499_3105048786880081293_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="935" data-original-width="887" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi55voPxDEpMbKnjl0GvkRjbJc7K8n71ETk6kwi1Oc18GXSKNsTRaTlQhmU6jKxxb376vY3cK_uSS1sjklW5emQZgPFqzr5QA_m1QxUWrz6P-0Y4hmt6jTxfHjrk1put9agwvUzAckjS_EV9zcKYhSpSoyVNQmz8uDJpX9if17_Ay5bswarIEHuTdcxzA/s320/288996497_10229315243082499_3105048786880081293_n.jpg" width="304" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The bodice portion has a front, side, and back. I'm not always attentive to following the size lines and thank goodness for tape.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqrLn6U-h2ybdQ8zWC_S-jOaLkDq-cTrj0hjyKqqLXUTcyYgYEEJhv-Jnr56h5oVgLKFzgkggUMhJWg87Y4afEBYwbUwcg9P1ScfqNLFEUyGad4LG_sQhUP1bYNAmn8EN2O2OOVeJAsySBpVfS-5faQ6FM0pMZaVRxEZ0KGMNiqeLGAawOKgOk3EEjeA/s955/289011782_10229315245842568_6341682252443656098_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="770" data-original-width="955" height="258" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqrLn6U-h2ybdQ8zWC_S-jOaLkDq-cTrj0hjyKqqLXUTcyYgYEEJhv-Jnr56h5oVgLKFzgkggUMhJWg87Y4afEBYwbUwcg9P1ScfqNLFEUyGad4LG_sQhUP1bYNAmn8EN2O2OOVeJAsySBpVfS-5faQ6FM0pMZaVRxEZ0KGMNiqeLGAawOKgOk3EEjeA/s320/289011782_10229315245842568_6341682252443656098_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaYjJa1mDl-vHOK7KkaCm16Nw2r6915c-Kilx9meDkQvK3DC9B64gwzH8djVXH0ylHer0NpGu45xIPQQAF_wEkBGyj_6vlrA2An1r2X-5hqZ1BeWHsUjXckF3J6lYZLU0lZQE9EOqjhKgPITh5pjfS3jrR_m482fP1nfCcHbEawhaPiBu1K74sn7-gNw/s960/288851805_10229315244682539_615935673776634021_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaYjJa1mDl-vHOK7KkaCm16Nw2r6915c-Kilx9meDkQvK3DC9B64gwzH8djVXH0ylHer0NpGu45xIPQQAF_wEkBGyj_6vlrA2An1r2X-5hqZ1BeWHsUjXckF3J6lYZLU0lZQE9EOqjhKgPITh5pjfS3jrR_m482fP1nfCcHbEawhaPiBu1K74sn7-gNw/s320/288851805_10229315244682539_615935673776634021_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The sleeve has a front and back.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjN7RCSfODbjK6d__G94lwsx8jvOscBejAXn9TR0S51cmX3k4rzC2GiE1_XkQgP7OCvMoPZDRV-D9p4TyoNO4Lbuzsgr9PhdhutRw5UJR6OBzkAcGYx9SuTdS_2Fm48ToWZazRZhjM-H4KMamW4FvhCOZ27lKK-Z3whnIFzTGrtmiRONFBAYdV4kFivNA/s960/288993478_10229315247962621_9032862813957598233_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjN7RCSfODbjK6d__G94lwsx8jvOscBejAXn9TR0S51cmX3k4rzC2GiE1_XkQgP7OCvMoPZDRV-D9p4TyoNO4Lbuzsgr9PhdhutRw5UJR6OBzkAcGYx9SuTdS_2Fm48ToWZazRZhjM-H4KMamW4FvhCOZ27lKK-Z3whnIFzTGrtmiRONFBAYdV4kFivNA/s320/288993478_10229315247962621_9032862813957598233_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A bit of pressing with a warm iron and the pattern is ready!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The Inspiration</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I imagine a light and airy gown with a contrast overlay of flowers. I imagine attending a garden party with tea and cookies and sunshine. And one day as I'm scrolling social media, there is my inspiration! A floral tiara from beElemental called Amethyst Garden.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqucnldgjzzSe53CN__SfG1FBv3jYdaU_LDP-K7Mbaa1lVU0RLgZqhxGSx-Ru2LcUJns87Hu2SlpW41P6xyusEt3gFXVjrsR-8UgOiHfNXEe9WMo_E4a7a0_0xHYMMpi7WWbbwk1gHBNMWW5s9Hix3nn4XNgL7TvundJ7p0FQOlzC2uaGfznbrZn2x7w/s640/240454176_10227532556076438_8531489756883448806_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="365" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqucnldgjzzSe53CN__SfG1FBv3jYdaU_LDP-K7Mbaa1lVU0RLgZqhxGSx-Ru2LcUJns87Hu2SlpW41P6xyusEt3gFXVjrsR-8UgOiHfNXEe9WMo_E4a7a0_0xHYMMpi7WWbbwk1gHBNMWW5s9Hix3nn4XNgL7TvundJ7p0FQOlzC2uaGfznbrZn2x7w/s320/240454176_10227532556076438_8531489756883448806_n.jpg" width="183" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiclu47qnuTwfbjblQy80nmXLAwauBxf5jKPq6OIGvZrvllNMIfYH6Tkkwme6Qs0-0M2yk9w0hcQBSlqo8x7T93XD4Y6VG5fCVFDHLNYEghL78hC-oTbMDruL4yMxMpIxtRSJFqEN3M9VGK0WORJu9RcklcEZ6N4puS8Ef9gcfA3r7fJpgB032qtCRWOw/s960/240392372_10227532557236467_8787060380158248022_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiclu47qnuTwfbjblQy80nmXLAwauBxf5jKPq6OIGvZrvllNMIfYH6Tkkwme6Qs0-0M2yk9w0hcQBSlqo8x7T93XD4Y6VG5fCVFDHLNYEghL78hC-oTbMDruL4yMxMpIxtRSJFqEN3M9VGK0WORJu9RcklcEZ6N4puS8Ef9gcfA3r7fJpgB032qtCRWOw/s320/240392372_10227532557236467_8787060380158248022_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The tiara arrives and shows beautifully on a red wig. Perfectly Featherington!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhE4-L-iWJn9-mxEoPRE_Veyd0elI0mm5C0Uf1wm3uaaNaqokHx3YhQiWQHoySAV90S-5nmKW4FMqquEzkx3ZMFt2-4nerAMayW8x0rT63Z6tY_qgKjfoQl1u4X4CO3ycLkPRM3vPedfSRIUPjv9qbpKmvGtK1ZC06BFzwKTgKrcT7OIDM5ebW_blceZA/s960/289097989_10229315238962396_8711524956431849025_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhE4-L-iWJn9-mxEoPRE_Veyd0elI0mm5C0Uf1wm3uaaNaqokHx3YhQiWQHoySAV90S-5nmKW4FMqquEzkx3ZMFt2-4nerAMayW8x0rT63Z6tY_qgKjfoQl1u4X4CO3ycLkPRM3vPedfSRIUPjv9qbpKmvGtK1ZC06BFzwKTgKrcT7OIDM5ebW_blceZA/s320/289097989_10229315238962396_8711524956431849025_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The Fabric</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Loving the amethyst color I shop online and find a dimensional overlay with lavender petals. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyBVZr5-tb8UgAGTon-LC96pdpPk05eHitTq0kJrZm7zeHdPIjQAH3CqdVeNYAwn18cpJxka-x17dWmT36QGVRkXvRsrwPI2ujghxtJPhtIiQNTiuVbCR7bURwNVSrC6pmZTq4NQLdY3y9VEhl160tTtwiUHGL3qwmRWoXPnECLfMBf4SsPne9QqW60A/s960/272468887_10228423002017030_5869167844289619901_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyBVZr5-tb8UgAGTon-LC96pdpPk05eHitTq0kJrZm7zeHdPIjQAH3CqdVeNYAwn18cpJxka-x17dWmT36QGVRkXvRsrwPI2ujghxtJPhtIiQNTiuVbCR7bURwNVSrC6pmZTq4NQLdY3y9VEhl160tTtwiUHGL3qwmRWoXPnECLfMBf4SsPne9QqW60A/s320/272468887_10228423002017030_5869167844289619901_n.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">While the overlay is beautiful over white, I have a bit of both yellow and lavender fabric and test the effect of the overlay on those colors.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIpse1qeG71BbvEiwLCFOiG9FRp7L5NodcLVPsamRKTTNGkBQ5IdvGHk474xaV3rzkrawHSQ_R0HqGoujqTUJKuDTFGQMAEADlEYpXVV1AVzYPbBxnEqJAMn9_gkgVtCxJu_gyizX27AiF1PYor6PirFi144rltbnxjl7VRdfx6SZpirBWcV5w4GW9QQ/s960/278189772_10228858484983832_7928721942249674257_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIpse1qeG71BbvEiwLCFOiG9FRp7L5NodcLVPsamRKTTNGkBQ5IdvGHk474xaV3rzkrawHSQ_R0HqGoujqTUJKuDTFGQMAEADlEYpXVV1AVzYPbBxnEqJAMn9_gkgVtCxJu_gyizX27AiF1PYor6PirFi144rltbnxjl7VRdfx6SZpirBWcV5w4GW9QQ/s320/278189772_10228858484983832_7928721942249674257_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;">With the pattern directions studied, the tiara, fabric, and notions in hand, it's time to sew the gown. The bodice lining is cut from a white cotton fabric and those pieces are used to position the overlay to make best use of the dimensional flowers. The overlay is pinned to the lining and then the overlay piece is cut.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqjExkvhJPJhXX2Xz4R0YIKArOHrZUrSoQov36ltL1bwRhb25BBCoPDsqOrvwgOLUsl7GdCPeZZvrnYMWpyxsFnK3X0E6aMd2CXeP0bQFaASqKHr1PThaDqDvFt4aI02ZVhqvdIMooKL8dLT-jg-iK3rIDiLVMn-xwUe3ReAWal7-WsfDyrAdOmzEhpA/s960/289248129_10229315249242653_6760653335730189124_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqjExkvhJPJhXX2Xz4R0YIKArOHrZUrSoQov36ltL1bwRhb25BBCoPDsqOrvwgOLUsl7GdCPeZZvrnYMWpyxsFnK3X0E6aMd2CXeP0bQFaASqKHr1PThaDqDvFt4aI02ZVhqvdIMooKL8dLT-jg-iK3rIDiLVMn-xwUe3ReAWal7-WsfDyrAdOmzEhpA/s320/289248129_10229315249242653_6760653335730189124_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAHv49zyzKviH3AYCcqWpqeGbrz4wRSEPmzT_0jgxg5FcbH0UUoQUhyeTPkDYja3CvsWtU2v_5QgjvNlSIWYXJ4mlhZFRNBh-ZRwjAqw4EB4CvmsCKiF8fsaaldribi_vXrbm8i-cquEB1Pw4_1ZJ8keXjjNNEKU2XzZ3NwvFm7quqK6OJ4RvtOPQlmw/s960/288938655_10229315249762666_6098118950650121872_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAHv49zyzKviH3AYCcqWpqeGbrz4wRSEPmzT_0jgxg5FcbH0UUoQUhyeTPkDYja3CvsWtU2v_5QgjvNlSIWYXJ4mlhZFRNBh-ZRwjAqw4EB4CvmsCKiF8fsaaldribi_vXrbm8i-cquEB1Pw4_1ZJ8keXjjNNEKU2XzZ3NwvFm7quqK6OJ4RvtOPQlmw/s320/288938655_10229315249762666_6098118950650121872_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3Ai9Lucs1d2an5u6J2SlzdnLzQyWNfsbIAuAkiO_2qd0NcfsnZPJFVCtbXrc7bughzGkpIGqovXDFSwP5nbEdxembtIzZaNZvGVhR8aNTUX2tkJbfIZqGnY7dJPOiguOag1SjMNJ1RDaX6NZrgRkRAi9ikeREqw0Ed6mqrQPk_62zSvsb2LRwi8-Wuw/s960/289148253_10229315313084249_1372089230173574548_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3Ai9Lucs1d2an5u6J2SlzdnLzQyWNfsbIAuAkiO_2qd0NcfsnZPJFVCtbXrc7bughzGkpIGqovXDFSwP5nbEdxembtIzZaNZvGVhR8aNTUX2tkJbfIZqGnY7dJPOiguOag1SjMNJ1RDaX6NZrgRkRAi9ikeREqw0Ed6mqrQPk_62zSvsb2LRwi8-Wuw/s320/289148253_10229315313084249_1372089230173574548_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I decide to repeat the yellow underlayer on the sleeve pieces and position the overlay with a flower at the center of each piece. Where petals may be in the way I pin then to the side on all pieces so I can save them for future use.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnblovsBm8hChrFCq55dLfFogsR4wVQOnWMNqO70BwbpgHliBB3AbMWWrHQTdvHSTKyb2XdmpIbNXtEPVYiCozfxSzN_h0J3N9Afk1gPrC-BHWaEpbaxcbrEhD-VzN8DCFaZth99qRsEVoFH4CtI42BR4UZoS4kWYAdpQML3sXu8odgsUn77S7Yi8K_A/s960/289009975_10229315250482684_4643885720572553058_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnblovsBm8hChrFCq55dLfFogsR4wVQOnWMNqO70BwbpgHliBB3AbMWWrHQTdvHSTKyb2XdmpIbNXtEPVYiCozfxSzN_h0J3N9Afk1gPrC-BHWaEpbaxcbrEhD-VzN8DCFaZth99qRsEVoFH4CtI42BR4UZoS4kWYAdpQML3sXu8odgsUn77S7Yi8K_A/s320/289009975_10229315250482684_4643885720572553058_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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It is all pinned to the dressform to make sure I love the design before I begin sewing.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihWBsCyAytAK9pLJjX2ceyZKJJ-s799lh4xJasSyR9-VFWPhKq_50IpfE7ivMLzL1BXCtFyeue1nGozaCQr_vjSAw9fedWPX0GKzyHPqBs_npaYug94zmivjHLbSFi_bK9z3FvoUGN--QBdZx-973bKjj68sTbfk14EWWaS4GRwEbTpLCrN3KbVyfukw/s960/289004996_10229315313484259_942487229010686917_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihWBsCyAytAK9pLJjX2ceyZKJJ-s799lh4xJasSyR9-VFWPhKq_50IpfE7ivMLzL1BXCtFyeue1nGozaCQr_vjSAw9fedWPX0GKzyHPqBs_npaYug94zmivjHLbSFi_bK9z3FvoUGN--QBdZx-973bKjj68sTbfk14EWWaS4GRwEbTpLCrN3KbVyfukw/s320/289004996_10229315313484259_942487229010686917_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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It is also sewn to the sleeve pieces. I decide that I don't want hems showing on the sleeve pieces so I cut another layer of yellow faux silk to use as a lining.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxbwddGOb1q6bToqV6ax-CpNEusJfZ1hF1nt7YxqU4xVzPhecW8r5ONg8NLs0rX3vUHMSC46-dtlyO2dyQudIuVpOffnH8DYR4ZESO5bmc3QLxtbK77f-PE7mleG_9t7r6LaUrWZb4oiTYGVdgFKQNtHUN9tTZKb3p7hyzbIBPYbLHka4DR0lSa7cqMA/s960/289021630_10229315340844943_7582022006718877665_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxbwddGOb1q6bToqV6ax-CpNEusJfZ1hF1nt7YxqU4xVzPhecW8r5ONg8NLs0rX3vUHMSC46-dtlyO2dyQudIuVpOffnH8DYR4ZESO5bmc3QLxtbK77f-PE7mleG_9t7r6LaUrWZb4oiTYGVdgFKQNtHUN9tTZKb3p7hyzbIBPYbLHka4DR0lSa7cqMA/s320/289021630_10229315340844943_7582022006718877665_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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The sleeves are sewn with two rows of machine stitches. The seam is finished with a small zigzag stitch to prevent fraying and the fabric trimmed close to the stitches.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi84UgP5J6mrKGz1WP9UEcD-zHlNUvEkowIICcaylOWnCcJ0-mR_Vk5hw-v_Qeusp6wwbxnpYy3eJ6henAydfLhGFIbTgMN3Yyv2P0yawR8nj2TbbOYjuvh_2D3_TVIhivyN2gE9tFSfQInckqL4DBB8IlhO8SvyfQ2yLS6BMXcirUrHRPEfKbxex5vBA/s960/291173253_10229391974000724_5195542612291971504_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi84UgP5J6mrKGz1WP9UEcD-zHlNUvEkowIICcaylOWnCcJ0-mR_Vk5hw-v_Qeusp6wwbxnpYy3eJ6henAydfLhGFIbTgMN3Yyv2P0yawR8nj2TbbOYjuvh_2D3_TVIhivyN2gE9tFSfQInckqL4DBB8IlhO8SvyfQ2yLS6BMXcirUrHRPEfKbxex5vBA/s320/291173253_10229391974000724_5195542612291971504_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjD_w5j0v3S1KHQ8Ed2VbxNbXfUjCbCsUJ9-IpbYWPzCgrfVimJLqmZS6ZdETlaf9g_NvBxiPxsfqf9Ug8K4yNiQjLYuE8p5p4mbzS8pGq7EyTeu0dr-SgFs5xYg0XYhdOwSm7dt_3rU7e7mMrTe1gFBkLLXENy_4NPOi1NP3JaoWUivJ2nZ-x8f-fKOg/s960/291167521_10229391976200779_8093995612786283004_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjD_w5j0v3S1KHQ8Ed2VbxNbXfUjCbCsUJ9-IpbYWPzCgrfVimJLqmZS6ZdETlaf9g_NvBxiPxsfqf9Ug8K4yNiQjLYuE8p5p4mbzS8pGq7EyTeu0dr-SgFs5xYg0XYhdOwSm7dt_3rU7e7mMrTe1gFBkLLXENy_4NPOi1NP3JaoWUivJ2nZ-x8f-fKOg/s320/291167521_10229391976200779_8093995612786283004_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGLHyIAuST-BoBLKkmuhIL-QTYvY0f-WrmVg_u22lGLLP8EgXkHV3e-qO0kI6uXkhEtpXzHPNfv7kvAeRslOtYPaSTtZ8cDWnXMj7JmrY1MmFLDbP-3cd5jWrNNO28wNIFMlNLM3jo3Jx6hU7tg15moE6CkN7f8cbI7o2dEWnRIEvXipazICLUlmRVFA/s960/291349429_10229391978720842_3602897437615770521_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGLHyIAuST-BoBLKkmuhIL-QTYvY0f-WrmVg_u22lGLLP8EgXkHV3e-qO0kI6uXkhEtpXzHPNfv7kvAeRslOtYPaSTtZ8cDWnXMj7JmrY1MmFLDbP-3cd5jWrNNO28wNIFMlNLM3jo3Jx6hU7tg15moE6CkN7f8cbI7o2dEWnRIEvXipazICLUlmRVFA/s320/291349429_10229391978720842_3602897437615770521_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilFtNv76lb1-bHhJX7MLGZKIl7iIoxkFqRSEjo3-VYqYJkgIv13KPy5ixB5Zr2WMqy61USNfpCHZmb_d38gU61RXfrXU3Kvx2S3ORPNTNHWNK5nirjTs9EmhKm1Srsxy3qEO08w8pCWqxW7yreXVucVhg8SxrKZAk8XRpZaTKq_ZiShI3ikDzIs40qGA/s960/291175725_10229391979280856_83667157880925491_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilFtNv76lb1-bHhJX7MLGZKIl7iIoxkFqRSEjo3-VYqYJkgIv13KPy5ixB5Zr2WMqy61USNfpCHZmb_d38gU61RXfrXU3Kvx2S3ORPNTNHWNK5nirjTs9EmhKm1Srsxy3qEO08w8pCWqxW7yreXVucVhg8SxrKZAk8XRpZaTKq_ZiShI3ikDzIs40qGA/s320/291175725_10229391979280856_83667157880925491_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_mDfS-GIhNU9yr3cYfU_I9AZT_HKcZyj-pCgwPqM_mMJyM_yNS2Lu0vhoU-BXAHGyb6poeMilXYWgXax1ArHDqzGnUZ97qIg4MXjorzN4SF1VsOOSLKdMWt31ag3mqAlbdUFao5_BfeWT8p-9j2ZQZtpnXFycvKJMtN-RWONq3KhyEAYu2tY5bqP49Q/s960/291219641_10229391988961098_3515924792531455914_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_mDfS-GIhNU9yr3cYfU_I9AZT_HKcZyj-pCgwPqM_mMJyM_yNS2Lu0vhoU-BXAHGyb6poeMilXYWgXax1ArHDqzGnUZ97qIg4MXjorzN4SF1VsOOSLKdMWt31ag3mqAlbdUFao5_BfeWT8p-9j2ZQZtpnXFycvKJMtN-RWONq3KhyEAYu2tY5bqP49Q/s320/291219641_10229391988961098_3515924792531455914_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">On to the skirt portion of the gown. The side fronts are sewn to the front. This fabric frays easily and I use a French seam as shown in the directions for the sheer fabric.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0GyF-v4AZaOXXZVd1i0ixzOjx1S__MeIm0tQdIZhaxb4RZbfqWX5ptMUzVT12un8Px2P5O2INih9iT8T8by4xTHOynwwnKWrbaefpo529nw9Pv5AmkQCUGqaOkR3ggX3RpxfHYiCiJ6lfXIZGJ9AkFVmbe-ac1I2Hs3cQI8CSk5E7zkIiZEEkZs9ETA/s960/289352639_10229328425492051_9210387032380864446_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0GyF-v4AZaOXXZVd1i0ixzOjx1S__MeIm0tQdIZhaxb4RZbfqWX5ptMUzVT12un8Px2P5O2INih9iT8T8by4xTHOynwwnKWrbaefpo529nw9Pv5AmkQCUGqaOkR3ggX3RpxfHYiCiJ6lfXIZGJ9AkFVmbe-ac1I2Hs3cQI8CSk5E7zkIiZEEkZs9ETA/s320/289352639_10229328425492051_9210387032380864446_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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You can see that the back will have a lot of gathering and be very full.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglT9eZDpim_mFbhfg3EV2HcqKS7HSFoBxSSPywJiuKAk5a2GNcgH9uVjCWCmzL2c5xaCszABIyItk2zPYei2Wfj8BOkwciPm_pjUqXIr67s-w1CqCnPg3Uyx9K02k_oS87CRu8iOvf9ERV2pEB586by0nwSNS9KTrkzAgCQK_tx7OnbPZBw46FRsogog/s960/291201555_10229391971320657_7624498945073859367_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglT9eZDpim_mFbhfg3EV2HcqKS7HSFoBxSSPywJiuKAk5a2GNcgH9uVjCWCmzL2c5xaCszABIyItk2zPYei2Wfj8BOkwciPm_pjUqXIr67s-w1CqCnPg3Uyx9K02k_oS87CRu8iOvf9ERV2pEB586by0nwSNS9KTrkzAgCQK_tx7OnbPZBw46FRsogog/s320/291201555_10229391971320657_7624498945073859367_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Then the skirt is sewn to the bodice gathering as necessary. The hems of both the fabric and overlay are sewn separately with narrow machined hems.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXf0JDm7iDqOGwPl00GmlIvvlg3Iv8N0aT4LZMqlUydIZUwFMmIz4yv6d-zBJYOMT6BRUXt-5i66ZcS2rqp2yzt4F1ydRRk7JGpXfBzwOdAeFvtDr1kCWbWNxpm6os0-wLsQkiOvtBFt4p_MMMzvvfKDDqvK0IWit3ZxQdLHsvbB6YJCsEAcDNNmY__Q/s960/291126692_10229391989321107_1123001141732518663_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXf0JDm7iDqOGwPl00GmlIvvlg3Iv8N0aT4LZMqlUydIZUwFMmIz4yv6d-zBJYOMT6BRUXt-5i66ZcS2rqp2yzt4F1ydRRk7JGpXfBzwOdAeFvtDr1kCWbWNxpm6os0-wLsQkiOvtBFt4p_MMMzvvfKDDqvK0IWit3ZxQdLHsvbB6YJCsEAcDNNmY__Q/s320/291126692_10229391989321107_1123001141732518663_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A zipper and hook and eye are sewn into the gown with a length of satin ribbon attached to the zipper for ease of closing when dressing without assistance.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOFeNGxJrnQOt-tRVKDJfPMg2711lkqjs_cvLn67pWpwlYUyRQX1Cggpa0xTx-89jAludZodzJJyB9eZMANN0U4UFLKXqpHOZHBJZbicA4NBWno7ygfWxbkvQfv-wbfcUnqTYCFYYwW65YnC6MnNx_dMwQyrg9qlGrxDoVWczom4kYEcWezd2_Mkpm_A/s960/291099182_10229391984920997_6090644481090667921_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOFeNGxJrnQOt-tRVKDJfPMg2711lkqjs_cvLn67pWpwlYUyRQX1Cggpa0xTx-89jAludZodzJJyB9eZMANN0U4UFLKXqpHOZHBJZbicA4NBWno7ygfWxbkvQfv-wbfcUnqTYCFYYwW65YnC6MnNx_dMwQyrg9qlGrxDoVWczom4kYEcWezd2_Mkpm_A/s320/291099182_10229391984920997_6090644481090667921_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZl0j67ACDGryTILI0hQ30op-PX98YNmu8hHN-SHA6Ty5Sew6yzaoQPEyeuu0vYSLyxSMFt0bxNVq5tyz6IWxor1_d1dup3StHWS1EHxe_aOYImBlykXfw3Jb647yjAzgtwtvYK0bx0shyfaQxKOm674kR_KDOeL8AGrg_fgqMwN0GbzSyd29wnB0QHQ/s960/291216768_10229391985681016_8694555266117152867_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZl0j67ACDGryTILI0hQ30op-PX98YNmu8hHN-SHA6Ty5Sew6yzaoQPEyeuu0vYSLyxSMFt0bxNVq5tyz6IWxor1_d1dup3StHWS1EHxe_aOYImBlykXfw3Jb647yjAzgtwtvYK0bx0shyfaQxKOm674kR_KDOeL8AGrg_fgqMwN0GbzSyd29wnB0QHQ/s320/291216768_10229391985681016_8694555266117152867_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieLneNdE8JsGhY1f_cKAFymKcmv2WFKyoCtlMEk9kM-ObBQhq0dFM54bumc5jRLDeIBvctK6yYQIk77MObj1YqC7ft-MNcwtVwEjcV-swhG6TAwW7fk5XuhFWTOqcBea-6aOrG7uB-U2OQadTpYZwL0GPCLUZWtTZfzGWLnStFp0F7LGtOjb93MhULDg/s960/291340144_10229391986361033_1740670141645083786_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieLneNdE8JsGhY1f_cKAFymKcmv2WFKyoCtlMEk9kM-ObBQhq0dFM54bumc5jRLDeIBvctK6yYQIk77MObj1YqC7ft-MNcwtVwEjcV-swhG6TAwW7fk5XuhFWTOqcBea-6aOrG7uB-U2OQadTpYZwL0GPCLUZWtTZfzGWLnStFp0F7LGtOjb93MhULDg/s320/291340144_10229391986361033_1740670141645083786_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The last piece for the gown is a belt. The lavender fabric was a lovely accent and I made a long tube with a slight overlap which closes with snaps for ease in dressing. Two stash buttons cover the snap stitches.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFgQkdEYz9AkDlEx36_kPLvIIn_GYlGR3UdLTlroXFkKW0dUj8uuDUrG8EmR2c7b5Yf7sZk0wUaX3Mu06klV7l_zZmNtRQ7XkpjRHtoRldevzRkt7H0X2ISB2VkMUEQBdqHm6ySVRa50KbS5_1ee7gT2r1voxrnYDqHbPgGCkeqccxZol2D1lCwhtUNw/s960/291177144_10229392805101501_541198734902836134_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFgQkdEYz9AkDlEx36_kPLvIIn_GYlGR3UdLTlroXFkKW0dUj8uuDUrG8EmR2c7b5Yf7sZk0wUaX3Mu06klV7l_zZmNtRQ7XkpjRHtoRldevzRkt7H0X2ISB2VkMUEQBdqHm6ySVRa50KbS5_1ee7gT2r1voxrnYDqHbPgGCkeqccxZol2D1lCwhtUNw/s320/291177144_10229392805101501_541198734902836134_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">But you know I am all about the accessories and with this colorful gown and lovely tiara I have to add just a few more touches.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">There was just a bit of lavender belting left and I cut that in half, removed some flowers from the scrap overlay fabric, added a few crystals, and stitched everything together and then to a pair of flats.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfvL2AlY02pR55F-4EBq0Zbt82IU73Ez0EhYFtI29dQkHwvevDSPtKxgRVbG-E_hpe7v_OvC1wprVhcO33lEvBG7k7yYMdDVBzmDdBqpKUNQYDtWTYbSqxWtoSEdz10Vg9ZrgFJe0mcJAujVnwPd12Xovw-XZw_EwBKN8PS7ZAu3px9C9lIuFi3YbTCg/s960/291188810_10229392805621514_5251001499402051625_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">More flowers are cut from the scrap overlay with more petals added to the large flower, a few crystals, and a long length of satin ribbon creates a neckpiece that ties and hangs down the center back blending in the zipper pull.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEir7a8_rY_-DDdz5UdnKfjS5elOwNJmH3HWNyQH_YTNuoHOAUODhM4gdUWA5jayicAOeYKSBiRQXe_4fNi_g3szIMzQFP3-jmh6xWODEvS3G0D2vsIQXR4ZD3O7mEG_ALyihifuGQs_BS3oKzpgval32h68WkyFcM-SHAHDJh_79ouAlzwYEKqGsIVyUw/s960/291156484_10229391974560738_3203192937225620616_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEir7a8_rY_-DDdz5UdnKfjS5elOwNJmH3HWNyQH_YTNuoHOAUODhM4gdUWA5jayicAOeYKSBiRQXe_4fNi_g3szIMzQFP3-jmh6xWODEvS3G0D2vsIQXR4ZD3O7mEG_ALyihifuGQs_BS3oKzpgval32h68WkyFcM-SHAHDJh_79ouAlzwYEKqGsIVyUw/s320/291156484_10229391974560738_3203192937225620616_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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I will share a link to a blog post and video I shared previously with more details of creating this reticule than I'll share here. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Blog Post: <a href="http://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2021/05/making-regency-gathered-day-hat-and.html" target="_blank">http://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2021/05/making-regency-gathered-day-hat-and.html</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">YouTube Video: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WwphS3hxx6M" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WwphS3hxx6M</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Here is just a little photo journey.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">At this point in my blog posts and videos I would throw myself a celebration for finishing the project. Tea. Maybe cookies! Or ice cream! And I would set up my phone to capture some photos and a bit of video of the full costume.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7ZUu98I-b5WTNNFGpTc2JZ8joOpM2tUU-keT_aGw-fNm5TpxREm1BODCrqKoFjybGeq7ouY5ikq6DZuP4IovncFjptrRg3qvE6fNq3N9apWS3Xyw_Cvp5QKgox63rBUK9cLCMmsYsnkztM2nek2UwcjzcaJibk7cKQcw3_IeYmwbsFZky9N4eNzoGWQ/s960/292418824_10229423833037180_3546412372358270350_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7ZUu98I-b5WTNNFGpTc2JZ8joOpM2tUU-keT_aGw-fNm5TpxREm1BODCrqKoFjybGeq7ouY5ikq6DZuP4IovncFjptrRg3qvE6fNq3N9apWS3Xyw_Cvp5QKgox63rBUK9cLCMmsYsnkztM2nek2UwcjzcaJibk7cKQcw3_IeYmwbsFZky9N4eNzoGWQ/s320/292418824_10229423833037180_3546412372358270350_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidBbCxQzoYKMkjOAkw1j4TQbB76Imzmji2s8fzFwe1XSg6XM68D6Qap72sNY5trJ_YGqXOcaSvjvSbo0qdJW0WymuYUy7YDQjdMzwIC_9s14J3R22MxC-Yzq2RB8XBp1CvXn5lgrVt5x15tBX5RHK5D4rTXBBvpMd7yN6i5Rh1m-Hi6JTlkXMEAXXDlQ/s960/292425947_10229423834117207_8003214231020961903_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidBbCxQzoYKMkjOAkw1j4TQbB76Imzmji2s8fzFwe1XSg6XM68D6Qap72sNY5trJ_YGqXOcaSvjvSbo0qdJW0WymuYUy7YDQjdMzwIC_9s14J3R22MxC-Yzq2RB8XBp1CvXn5lgrVt5x15tBX5RHK5D4rTXBBvpMd7yN6i5Rh1m-Hi6JTlkXMEAXXDlQ/s320/292425947_10229423834117207_8003214231020961903_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">But something amazing happened as I was sewing this gown to share with you. The Queen's Ball, A Bridgerton Experience, was going to open in Atlanta, Georgia and would be there while I was attending a four-day costume symposium nearby. What extraordinary good fortune! I now have a ticket! So I will be wearing this gown for a garden party the day of the ball and have plans for a special ball gown for that evening. And I'll share all of that with you in another blog post and video.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm_Ac-8J-HYXe43tpF171QwaXMH050QJlTn7CNc_FOI0OFYSN2L3uKjCOwlW8OAGGSoYItrhK7NzB8RzjlCP8TDP2Z97KHV8fhsehdko-XUrNFuZpit4KRkrqNwM2aX5c62OtWMTt6yrMYs_DVJM5B7YRHnMnsAVP-HaZimmzHPCAj4RsowF9fUBAs-A/s1913/Screenshot%20(54).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="988" data-original-width="1913" height="165" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm_Ac-8J-HYXe43tpF171QwaXMH050QJlTn7CNc_FOI0OFYSN2L3uKjCOwlW8OAGGSoYItrhK7NzB8RzjlCP8TDP2Z97KHV8fhsehdko-XUrNFuZpit4KRkrqNwM2aX5c62OtWMTt6yrMYs_DVJM5B7YRHnMnsAVP-HaZimmzHPCAj4RsowF9fUBAs-A/s320/Screenshot%20(54).png" width="320" /></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I'm truly hoping for a Wisteria Tunnel!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbDuQzrUPB-5CgVmRhAkRoajCZvm6wVdq_Nzj4z-l-7EZu8LvSOM2zCj6po5-5UR5e54paF7WkVSD-F7kbiEpvkgmbkuzkrkHU6rsJxzkn66U97U76J_aBbjPuXbVqdkBAWXqf4OSVTde9TR9DSC-wCGMMprj7QnKc2GmeJlfeAmeUNjdSNUU3uQoQbQ/s749/WisteriaTunnel.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="749" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbDuQzrUPB-5CgVmRhAkRoajCZvm6wVdq_Nzj4z-l-7EZu8LvSOM2zCj6po5-5UR5e54paF7WkVSD-F7kbiEpvkgmbkuzkrkHU6rsJxzkn66U97U76J_aBbjPuXbVqdkBAWXqf4OSVTde9TR9DSC-wCGMMprj7QnKc2GmeJlfeAmeUNjdSNUU3uQoQbQ/s320/WisteriaTunnel.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Thank you for being here!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Hugs,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Jeanette</div><br /><b><br /></b></div><div style="text-align: left;">Companion YouTube Video: <a href="https://youtu.be/Uaqz5ny56dc" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/Uaqz5ny56dc</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div></div><div><div><p></p></div></div>Jeanettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09186764620925579101noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4439815537233502652.post-37901356508775051572022-06-13T15:57:00.000-04:002022-06-13T15:58:00.001-04:00<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhO5JII1G6O7XdABtA4NWtbl65rdDFLIatYvKArmwTqxgKwUcm5hdMMa3Wp2JXo9TH9aaCLpc6duaXNynU_VqvCeONvIMo55jUooAEV8p8MYrmcHJQqWv1xrbgSxL5YHP-j7oobzoeG8mcikbkYfqQWmSE56a-mI-OHFWB6NMsEUKq9jnuRsvxYWN-BGg/s1280/Tan%20and%20Grey%20Minimalism%20DIY%20Influencer%20YouTube%20Thumbnail%20Set%20(6).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhO5JII1G6O7XdABtA4NWtbl65rdDFLIatYvKArmwTqxgKwUcm5hdMMa3Wp2JXo9TH9aaCLpc6duaXNynU_VqvCeONvIMo55jUooAEV8p8MYrmcHJQqWv1xrbgSxL5YHP-j7oobzoeG8mcikbkYfqQWmSE56a-mI-OHFWB6NMsEUKq9jnuRsvxYWN-BGg/s320/Tan%20and%20Grey%20Minimalism%20DIY%20Influencer%20YouTube%20Thumbnail%20Set%20(6).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Last month I shared with you a blog post and YouTube Video where I professed my love of All Things Strawberry. Then I made a Strawberry Fascinator to start my project for #gunnesnacks. This collaboration was the brainchild of Cait of Willoughby and Rose where costumers create Gunne Sax-inspired garments with fabric in the theme of our favorite snacks. This blog post and video are Part 2.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMbBbYddDr115xCgs-qguTPm_ue2R-DJPJGeRDPlDMmNXQkWF-xNmHvLIlATR196u1rjPY9etR7_UxTmBbjkt0No2sM7_k83N_GfRLVYtLa7Jgst7mld4IrpQHDP9-0ku0vKDKXlXN9rFXL-KNMLcyn2GuxcQePfSOytlb7DwC3klnGE0pW2wEywYY5A/s272/Strawberries.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="153" data-original-width="272" height="153" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMbBbYddDr115xCgs-qguTPm_ue2R-DJPJGeRDPlDMmNXQkWF-xNmHvLIlATR196u1rjPY9etR7_UxTmBbjkt0No2sM7_k83N_GfRLVYtLa7Jgst7mld4IrpQHDP9-0ku0vKDKXlXN9rFXL-KNMLcyn2GuxcQePfSOytlb7DwC3klnGE0pW2wEywYY5A/s1600/Strawberries.jpg" width="272" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzhxHdDjFT2CPYgHcsHBU1ftTQaCAjFweQ9bj016LIx0TbNdkulnOlCZQ_cj6NAme3O47S7nRX8wL87THdqP_vvr1if6BVUPdFTVmQU-08JCDrbtHswvLD0_f2dUPa2mFAI0zw5h_zITKF8B8E8BcEfGBjO9wQ5RUhbjJyPn08xXMsR3MsHuM01U3F7g/s1280/284087634_10229172424712129_3398736344464724932_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzhxHdDjFT2CPYgHcsHBU1ftTQaCAjFweQ9bj016LIx0TbNdkulnOlCZQ_cj6NAme3O47S7nRX8wL87THdqP_vvr1if6BVUPdFTVmQU-08JCDrbtHswvLD0_f2dUPa2mFAI0zw5h_zITKF8B8E8BcEfGBjO9wQ5RUhbjJyPn08xXMsR3MsHuM01U3F7g/s320/284087634_10229172424712129_3398736344464724932_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">But before I get into sewing I want to tell you a bit about Jessica McClintock. Jessica was born in the United States State of Maine in 1930 to a single mother. She was largely raised by a grandmother who taught her to sew. Her first husband was killed in an automobile accident. With $5,000 from insurance from her first husband's death, she invested in a California dress company called Gunne Sax. Jessica turned the company into a multi-million dollar empire.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7me5eF3A1_en0oALDUo1bUB33rGHxMBKavlamdvO86lnA0GxkU8tfOM839boNnaHqSMhHefiE5Lsj_PJfNVJ2OQ0tv1XnuVqbxLbAFsA3Kv4TcpwR4Y8yDBueTOp0mnrxJbNpuWoISjuX9SLY1ckBRQGCGOnnL10fE-pW7pvafFILGRYVGaw9xd2gcA/s960/283675813_10229167295783909_3263957597813441997_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="686" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7me5eF3A1_en0oALDUo1bUB33rGHxMBKavlamdvO86lnA0GxkU8tfOM839boNnaHqSMhHefiE5Lsj_PJfNVJ2OQ0tv1XnuVqbxLbAFsA3Kv4TcpwR4Y8yDBueTOp0mnrxJbNpuWoISjuX9SLY1ckBRQGCGOnnL10fE-pW7pvafFILGRYVGaw9xd2gcA/s320/283675813_10229167295783909_3263957597813441997_n.jpg" width="229" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://jessicamcclintock.com/story/" target="_blank">https://jessicamcclintock.com/story/</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.vogue.com/article/obituary-jessica-mcclintock-gunne-sax-designer" target="_blank">https://www.vogue.com/article/obituary-jessica-mcclintock-gunne-sax-designer</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Gunne Sax style was a mix of prairie style with many design details from other eras and fanciful trimmings on coordinating fabrics. Gunne Sax were worn for everyday with or without shoes in the "hippie" fashion of the time. They were worn for life's special events including proms and weddings. The iconic combination of fabrics and ruffles, as in these dresses at FIDM, is still loved and worn today. As Jessica said "I believe Romance is beauty that touches the emotional part of our being."</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhch4Lmt-4fLxwive5sF0FlLa5o6XHG7woh1DkXn8F81koq_qwendNcjj6Fa5StGhL0Bz-iz8o8rcumdeO3V_MxUgrkmleWnZhcmFKi-kTJoaJv84JFEXuDHXr4F6mZkMZQZgGIsSOTDb7EEtTGgBNXY_c8fE-o0W8l7DROQLiF3_4GNTUHMinWiqF2og/s1270/img_60308368842dd.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1270" data-original-width="800" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhch4Lmt-4fLxwive5sF0FlLa5o6XHG7woh1DkXn8F81koq_qwendNcjj6Fa5StGhL0Bz-iz8o8rcumdeO3V_MxUgrkmleWnZhcmFKi-kTJoaJv84JFEXuDHXr4F6mZkMZQZgGIsSOTDb7EEtTGgBNXY_c8fE-o0W8l7DROQLiF3_4GNTUHMinWiqF2og/s320/img_60308368842dd.jpg" width="202" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqCgv0nzQa1Pbxh_9T2mOcXkM7y2T9A3bzqmfheKRXYv2bdsk-ZbMo0LwvY-12Rp9339lI71JJJjDu4uIrgpf9OKWDP_O9zQNXNWBZwanzrqIc8ZTcnpAIRCXWwCJ1cj1ZGhu5gtBv88wwJb3V7UQpsWNTeXAYXsdBzDxoYHfypcFtUIY9gAefEpLojg/s1483/284378044_10229167296703932_1184993348473566743_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1483" data-original-width="621" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqCgv0nzQa1Pbxh_9T2mOcXkM7y2T9A3bzqmfheKRXYv2bdsk-ZbMo0LwvY-12Rp9339lI71JJJjDu4uIrgpf9OKWDP_O9zQNXNWBZwanzrqIc8ZTcnpAIRCXWwCJ1cj1ZGhu5gtBv88wwJb3V7UQpsWNTeXAYXsdBzDxoYHfypcFtUIY9gAefEpLojg/s320/284378044_10229167296703932_1184993348473566743_n.jpg" width="134" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaLNbjKDJt4VFav-Z7-5Gow7aOnskzfAIj3-_-JtfdU9fE9w2p_w89Ua5ow_Wn54NF714DqQhdraZrpTTbXoX70_9LZ8xg7zI5LVTFmwSE1kOarnMbDq1mLLdhwC7Z6LsdmCRefrAPMko7k-6vWJutiacK3wXYCbYxPbrpmalJyhdNfW78P6YpNo8ZxQ/s1385/283972490_10229167297143943_5205402394381464275_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1385" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaLNbjKDJt4VFav-Z7-5Gow7aOnskzfAIj3-_-JtfdU9fE9w2p_w89Ua5ow_Wn54NF714DqQhdraZrpTTbXoX70_9LZ8xg7zI5LVTFmwSE1kOarnMbDq1mLLdhwC7Z6LsdmCRefrAPMko7k-6vWJutiacK3wXYCbYxPbrpmalJyhdNfW78P6YpNo8ZxQ/s320/283972490_10229167297143943_5205402394381464275_n.jpg" width="148" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://fidmmuseum.org/2012/02/1970s-gunne-sax-dresses.html" target="_blank">https://fidmmuseum.org/2012/02/1970s-gunne-sax-dresses.html</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">You might recognize this contemporary of mine. Hillary is three years older than I am but we were both there for the beginning of the Gunne Sax fever. It was in 1971, the same year I began my engineering career, when she met a young man named Bill at Yale Law School. He proposed, she said no. He proposed again, she said no again. Third time she said yes. The story is that Hillary didn't have her gown ready the night before the ceremony. The distraught mother immediately took her daughter to the local mall where the dress was purchased for $53. Yes, it was a Gunne Sax!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQMOTF-W8myfPNBpxn0dM74-jN0ABuMe2xx2WbtMGNM2wBj3KABYHrmHtQ2YpnpOeMCP6mFGD0fTImDU6Ax78VIt4rn3KtUaV8hFbk-IqWslU9EZNG72zCPP9m8nQWiDmOUc2h5t3LypZEXpDxnAXD7e5AoM0TnmvoKtwyoxILmJcPLYKHGWXiV-PzhA/s499/Clinton-1.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="498" data-original-width="499" height="319" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQMOTF-W8myfPNBpxn0dM74-jN0ABuMe2xx2WbtMGNM2wBj3KABYHrmHtQ2YpnpOeMCP6mFGD0fTImDU6Ax78VIt4rn3KtUaV8hFbk-IqWslU9EZNG72zCPP9m8nQWiDmOUc2h5t3LypZEXpDxnAXD7e5AoM0TnmvoKtwyoxILmJcPLYKHGWXiV-PzhA/s320/Clinton-1.png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYO5xDStNV59ecULz9Xz0gH6f-GjtVaDlqjNnyoxKljo4hm9ijLg_97VUNcj7PV5iDupIVES2Db9wfszBJYd8Idw2Fyd7rtT5uXkPIgJ-PW7h2Q1g50pV2tgn7VoWS7m4LOlul0PdI8F2TGifB-50kVhOkY_5xAsYGQqRc6RWUCehquj7i0PdthOZjkw/s592/283456903_10229167296343923_3208473286390201842_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="592" data-original-width="474" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYO5xDStNV59ecULz9Xz0gH6f-GjtVaDlqjNnyoxKljo4hm9ijLg_97VUNcj7PV5iDupIVES2Db9wfszBJYd8Idw2Fyd7rtT5uXkPIgJ-PW7h2Q1g50pV2tgn7VoWS7m4LOlul0PdI8F2TGifB-50kVhOkY_5xAsYGQqRc6RWUCehquj7i0PdthOZjkw/s320/283456903_10229167296343923_3208473286390201842_n.jpg" width="256" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/bill-and-hillary-clinton-30-photos-of-their-marriage-through-the-years.html/">https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/bill-and-hillary-clinton-30-photos-of-their-marriage-through-the-years.html/</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The Pattern</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Gunne Sax's heydey was the 1980s although not everyone could wear the iconic ultrapretty ruffled fashions for everyday or even special occasions. I fell into that category but Jessica McClintock knew that people like me were also a market for her line of more tailored fashion. Simplicity Pattern Company had teamed with Jessica McClintock for Gunne Sax and I located the perfect pattern online for a 1980s me. Simplicity 8947.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnPL8CDUGWtGJkltyRAiFJZHEIyq9ZKin5MpKJMikOfAD7JzTnzbkVECT8ejbihFi27FzcjYoSVaGIegBpT72RzrURMsvEQq5JfhjmJwkwrFjJlVbboRPYJlHXWm7fVF4QMkmM9jqWtRjvPC4AdXTB0l0ra-GugydR9PjDR43ab6J6mjAZCPJUlM7-Vg/s640/273581522_10228515552210727_7140669960076664820_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="465" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnPL8CDUGWtGJkltyRAiFJZHEIyq9ZKin5MpKJMikOfAD7JzTnzbkVECT8ejbihFi27FzcjYoSVaGIegBpT72RzrURMsvEQq5JfhjmJwkwrFjJlVbboRPYJlHXWm7fVF4QMkmM9jqWtRjvPC4AdXTB0l0ra-GugydR9PjDR43ab6J6mjAZCPJUlM7-Vg/s320/273581522_10228515552210727_7140669960076664820_n.jpg" width="233" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This had been available as a single-sized pattern and because I was researching and sourcing for this project well ahead of the due date, I was fortunate to find the pattern in my size.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh01E3Ddx4_nwovkhQOeUTM5zB1OHAXhqP0kp1P8ZxgmFtm1f3I7Ob5O0qBLeqCR1lr_yj30RNfmYtCTMj_mrQxc9TH1qIi13wxQpnIVXNYbf1NCZXYBo0vitQH_uIezIt9-TuAL53eC2Lm6_APgp5baqNXGkqLePYAt9lkpg64b7a-3Sek9cdm38yHtg/s794/273627409_10228515552770741_3182758897696332542_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="544" data-original-width="794" height="219" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh01E3Ddx4_nwovkhQOeUTM5zB1OHAXhqP0kp1P8ZxgmFtm1f3I7Ob5O0qBLeqCR1lr_yj30RNfmYtCTMj_mrQxc9TH1qIi13wxQpnIVXNYbf1NCZXYBo0vitQH_uIezIt9-TuAL53eC2Lm6_APgp5baqNXGkqLePYAt9lkpg64b7a-3Sek9cdm38yHtg/s320/273627409_10228515552770741_3182758897696332542_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The Fabric</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">With no fabric in my stash for this project I set out to find something both fun and inexpensive. Etsy to the rescue with just enough of a quilting cotton by Loralie Harris called Tossed Treats. Jessica McClintock would approve as this definitely elicits an emotional response from me. It reminds me of strawberry ice cream and it's perfect!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBIoJ9ILC2Hbujc20LZMYkvCkdOd6N_unaJ_hsGjcqI8VDUSLbooRT4M_eYhGpx3fUI5m--atqDFTDaH9Q_IxN36fxAzPCiLBNkzh4NxgzRp3xbgXL5Tsqb9DEtQPY1tJZfM7R2Yem1jhrzD4ohdq0TyGxSIgc6-V7lYN9LuImCYuHHcDkKBrL8tMAoQ/s960/274555254_10228599879078846_4087258594720754319_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBIoJ9ILC2Hbujc20LZMYkvCkdOd6N_unaJ_hsGjcqI8VDUSLbooRT4M_eYhGpx3fUI5m--atqDFTDaH9Q_IxN36fxAzPCiLBNkzh4NxgzRp3xbgXL5Tsqb9DEtQPY1tJZfM7R2Yem1jhrzD4ohdq0TyGxSIgc6-V7lYN9LuImCYuHHcDkKBrL8tMAoQ/s320/274555254_10228599879078846_4087258594720754319_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRU2NFsFnOdWMoBM3rUfhdsXAjs8UIFmW74qir8qr1aQBD5SW3BqguDCSU5XmLjWliktbnLBWKbIDQM8k4sFF0Biw9nVICbw1_cZKUx3XoYSoZHmInMFrPVAVtcefOt9bqgRkXSPWMVWKFznpmN8g733bQaXBkv6V9KgWQs59WTwNsBgBEhzQv-dQ7ZQ/s960/274460436_10228599878558833_630412333750219029_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRU2NFsFnOdWMoBM3rUfhdsXAjs8UIFmW74qir8qr1aQBD5SW3BqguDCSU5XmLjWliktbnLBWKbIDQM8k4sFF0Biw9nVICbw1_cZKUx3XoYSoZHmInMFrPVAVtcefOt9bqgRkXSPWMVWKFznpmN8g733bQaXBkv6V9KgWQs59WTwNsBgBEhzQv-dQ7ZQ/s320/274460436_10228599878558833_630412333750219029_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0nhWHVQK66RDJ72cjeQJNlaSv3uSWV0C32N8QKi3USwgn9E16twgxdHUN-PhDf1UYwFD_ZmMkVneP09dgLwob9zkTRUbq3G1e6SKP4tu5GvmO1z2MsHFJ13psp0ouxJBAJHR4E4Pin_UiFWtEiPZlJbKFdRicPGGin8AV1_Mzgu1S_toNvIaj5_GPOw/s960/274223141_10228599878238825_340398658826313911_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0nhWHVQK66RDJ72cjeQJNlaSv3uSWV0C32N8QKi3USwgn9E16twgxdHUN-PhDf1UYwFD_ZmMkVneP09dgLwob9zkTRUbq3G1e6SKP4tu5GvmO1z2MsHFJ13psp0ouxJBAJHR4E4Pin_UiFWtEiPZlJbKFdRicPGGin8AV1_Mzgu1S_toNvIaj5_GPOw/s320/274223141_10228599878238825_340398658826313911_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I still have some scraps of fabric from my Victorian Barbie skirt and jacket and the Strawberry Fascinator I have just finished, and I test how that fabric will behave for the 10 buttons I need for this project. I love them!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7ys1HN6jgnXrHTTXJ2zG5in0dhilFN74wHJQCjOHrdcTQvlLEbDXeji4lDxV4aZWkN5jCJEOw09Rx4u9jthEwrCKsCnYqUhZu-_ULcwZsdWZCl_ZVsw6_xh5mGtWLPI8H1NqsgUjNsf9NU-hsROQsRwRCx506rqQVDBVm32v-tR2d8UiFXzDKTgMQaA/s960/283449499_10229167294583879_2688301627058362036_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7ys1HN6jgnXrHTTXJ2zG5in0dhilFN74wHJQCjOHrdcTQvlLEbDXeji4lDxV4aZWkN5jCJEOw09Rx4u9jthEwrCKsCnYqUhZu-_ULcwZsdWZCl_ZVsw6_xh5mGtWLPI8H1NqsgUjNsf9NU-hsROQsRwRCx506rqQVDBVm32v-tR2d8UiFXzDKTgMQaA/s320/283449499_10229167294583879_2688301627058362036_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcSzu6LZT65VxM3IxHDaFyccdzvpEKgSj41eFjr-7GGx2FQ9OkFy3jwngcJSmrKN9o_ZScNK1MM449OZkbziYdpjfvMQlPBUN0zRd6wlgYjTR5ijlfmEg1XSalPnjkHGPRb4z3qiibsPnJTOnvSvPAMb8_XiUleVhpomZj1FP60no3iPsuABZsrA7dWQ/s960/283607971_10229167297543953_7744717823296280337_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcSzu6LZT65VxM3IxHDaFyccdzvpEKgSj41eFjr-7GGx2FQ9OkFy3jwngcJSmrKN9o_ZScNK1MM449OZkbziYdpjfvMQlPBUN0zRd6wlgYjTR5ijlfmEg1XSalPnjkHGPRb4z3qiibsPnJTOnvSvPAMb8_XiUleVhpomZj1FP60no3iPsuABZsrA7dWQ/s320/283607971_10229167297543953_7744717823296280337_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The Skirt</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The pattern has two versions of the skirt - short and long. While the long would have been my choice in 1988 I didn't have enough fabric so short it is. The skirt front is cut on the fold, a two-piece back, and a waistband.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0sSZheP2qB1ZkS2iN2EZ6OXD4sbdfMjOUrAS6euRJXPirqJiL2lEVFsvnB3HZz31KDX0gr2T4WzBPSxipiXgTYIG9xsEWfYx6H9WLT8pW8QgPpALeoSIzykA9_OBJhfjN02WF8ce9GSVJAun5XWr_eZBemkNil-Rm797KLobjJq3tAOdkbSOWECm8aA/s960/285647238_10229228027702169_1008704604455727625_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0sSZheP2qB1ZkS2iN2EZ6OXD4sbdfMjOUrAS6euRJXPirqJiL2lEVFsvnB3HZz31KDX0gr2T4WzBPSxipiXgTYIG9xsEWfYx6H9WLT8pW8QgPpALeoSIzykA9_OBJhfjN02WF8ce9GSVJAun5XWr_eZBemkNil-Rm797KLobjJq3tAOdkbSOWECm8aA/s320/285647238_10229228027702169_1008704604455727625_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">As with other Simplicity patterns I've used, the instructions are detailed and clear. A vent is sewn at the lower center back and a zipper at the upper center back.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8-4kpJZvn_WnE00lJ5_aSgywvi_tfiUn-mJQdeXibwhfZ2rgLyJuPj8c8AKLWON5vt-c0x2jTIKbHnNQofv65uFL_rriWXKmUNoAELxWKZ9SQJeUC9aPfVdjlUYB9F1TPU6MhhN_jHZt7FwKUWTqCDjz8XfEFd9Iprr8gSV-R8QEwyP5DjKONCkX3oA/s960/285630976_10229228028262183_4440889007586482305_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8-4kpJZvn_WnE00lJ5_aSgywvi_tfiUn-mJQdeXibwhfZ2rgLyJuPj8c8AKLWON5vt-c0x2jTIKbHnNQofv65uFL_rriWXKmUNoAELxWKZ9SQJeUC9aPfVdjlUYB9F1TPU6MhhN_jHZt7FwKUWTqCDjz8XfEFd9Iprr8gSV-R8QEwyP5DjKONCkX3oA/s320/285630976_10229228028262183_4440889007586482305_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6UESe0OGedGnVePEXjg9WdHv8xqgMWN037qOOPHuIyC4TVOJVTQo3UwKm8VkOguD_jf-N74mwaQTGmYN8AQBxNMzrw9uEUyJ3WxKCQRmBughDneUGH1oiD7J0xxe5djh925q_IIntEFBBfnDnCIaKQAWlsWsw5D_RmkfOwmlYUeWGLUEReI5oavLi9A/s960/285634744_10229228028982201_414905074307830459_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6UESe0OGedGnVePEXjg9WdHv8xqgMWN037qOOPHuIyC4TVOJVTQo3UwKm8VkOguD_jf-N74mwaQTGmYN8AQBxNMzrw9uEUyJ3WxKCQRmBughDneUGH1oiD7J0xxe5djh925q_IIntEFBBfnDnCIaKQAWlsWsw5D_RmkfOwmlYUeWGLUEReI5oavLi9A/s320/285634744_10229228028982201_414905074307830459_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEi8A3bBv5-H9CI9LRIq_4fG9f_2jvU5c18norwVlsVop8r7hSB-hEHamag8XolF4vUU5bqBu1euSS-EsSPoyBzI2DOrxe0Y832zPi2KXrvwkhQRKh1AjWN_PpXpQwcrwCyjiBafGI99PX3WdHfV1EpoxCqElkO9qY_WAXOMiH8Ahg3H0BTfNp2JnESA/s960/285645461_10229228028662193_6914171775834537722_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEi8A3bBv5-H9CI9LRIq_4fG9f_2jvU5c18norwVlsVop8r7hSB-hEHamag8XolF4vUU5bqBu1euSS-EsSPoyBzI2DOrxe0Y832zPi2KXrvwkhQRKh1AjWN_PpXpQwcrwCyjiBafGI99PX3WdHfV1EpoxCqElkO9qY_WAXOMiH8Ahg3H0BTfNp2JnESA/s320/285645461_10229228028662193_6914171775834537722_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The front is sewn to the back at the side seams. Two rows of gathering stitches are sewn to the upper edge of the skirt as directed. The waistband is prepared.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgO2DJ6HvhV7NyeJXLpXM6RMxbKqOWFFrBbHBWGIASM7iluenUoPESh_wFE5yceDRKLlnGgSPcSOX8ls0MxksQIMj2eu5pJEaBzOZqirWGLihXmBGbDZWQjo261DVd1WNLdjGGV3xmRYO1S-7QFDbZ62KlNeG1rp_MNz4QwZEjHZMFhVkYDcM1FmIHarA/s960/285627021_10229228029622217_5835304403600001879_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgO2DJ6HvhV7NyeJXLpXM6RMxbKqOWFFrBbHBWGIASM7iluenUoPESh_wFE5yceDRKLlnGgSPcSOX8ls0MxksQIMj2eu5pJEaBzOZqirWGLihXmBGbDZWQjo261DVd1WNLdjGGV3xmRYO1S-7QFDbZ62KlNeG1rp_MNz4QwZEjHZMFhVkYDcM1FmIHarA/s320/285627021_10229228029622217_5835304403600001879_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The waistband is attached adjusting the gathers evenly and a bar and slide sewn on. Lace hem tape is sewn on the skirt edge and the skirt hemmed. (Hmmm, no photos. Sorry about that!) And we have a finished skirt!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuT4JLmplfLW-R9ngBQYNLEIfzxbGwRZrA5lKX946GgdHNuSmeNqfd2bi-yRUsYmpLIg2dHSVu3GFOi1KA9r3637NgSyEUK72V_aGd50HvRKHu635cpW1dCMkCpzD3L6zP1M0jubAmUbzhT8OVTIJMXVdrjLBaPWE0racKgQtSpIDHRdsKVjUUnuNllw/s960/286715609_10229259024837078_2969794046462527981_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuT4JLmplfLW-R9ngBQYNLEIfzxbGwRZrA5lKX946GgdHNuSmeNqfd2bi-yRUsYmpLIg2dHSVu3GFOi1KA9r3637NgSyEUK72V_aGd50HvRKHu635cpW1dCMkCpzD3L6zP1M0jubAmUbzhT8OVTIJMXVdrjLBaPWE0racKgQtSpIDHRdsKVjUUnuNllw/s320/286715609_10229259024837078_2969794046462527981_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Foundations were simple in that time of cardio workouts at the East Bank Club in Chicago with just a lace bra/camisole combo and a nylon slip with a lace opening at the center back. Only lace would show at the jacket upper edge or the skirt vent if the wind was blowing in the Windy City. 34 years later the slip is a bit more snug. 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The Jacket</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The jacket has four main pattern pieces for back, side back, side front, and front. The amount of fabric I had didn't allow for any pattern matching or mirroring.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpD_1mBYlFVnU_aFW3GWkE6TyJwmNex1776GS6BpuKO5rJStwRtILX-CZDRW4PmjMLoPeMKDjeY0RqVkTt8Z1wQe1Qr29mL2dzJOs8KCO7KHbPomQjlE4jHa1OrCc2G7Ld9oSnStsjTXwXEq62TU37f0QWNZyThrXFt8k6rCpnWsNsdsOjjN7PHQ2wlQ/s960/285610466_10229228025862123_207585256252514702_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpD_1mBYlFVnU_aFW3GWkE6TyJwmNex1776GS6BpuKO5rJStwRtILX-CZDRW4PmjMLoPeMKDjeY0RqVkTt8Z1wQe1Qr29mL2dzJOs8KCO7KHbPomQjlE4jHa1OrCc2G7Ld9oSnStsjTXwXEq62TU37f0QWNZyThrXFt8k6rCpnWsNsdsOjjN7PHQ2wlQ/s320/285610466_10229228025862123_207585256252514702_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Sleeves, which I lengthened, and back and front facings. Loops, which I also lengthened because my buttons were larger than the pattern suggested, and the front underlap which is a piece to cover any gap when the jacket is closed.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6egAtBy3Zn67QlxX2L0TWzxx3N7D5BEapOxtT5hi6oD8BAurC4hwuJ5xG9fUUzGNYvFDSc8cHh7HFH9KgHEk2OQVjl6BVQHxpE7Za7hDHUdT5uD5qX0jv-mJze487z488EcoBgbjJgQfjF1MRoCBUJ8cTnS7JO5yJeCL7ro-rHzvp8fwZLj2SuF6xjQ/s960/285625097_10229228026582141_4350775297561714794_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6egAtBy3Zn67QlxX2L0TWzxx3N7D5BEapOxtT5hi6oD8BAurC4hwuJ5xG9fUUzGNYvFDSc8cHh7HFH9KgHEk2OQVjl6BVQHxpE7Za7hDHUdT5uD5qX0jv-mJze487z488EcoBgbjJgQfjF1MRoCBUJ8cTnS7JO5yJeCL7ro-rHzvp8fwZLj2SuF6xjQ/s320/285625097_10229228026582141_4350775297561714794_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><b><br /></b></div>The side fronts and fronts are sewn together. I won't mention this again but if you've read my blog you know I'm a fan of pressing seams during the sewing process. I probably spend three times as much time at the ironing board as I do at the sewing machine. Each seam is pressed three times and clipped as necessary before moving to the next step.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUhe3Bj_JPZJ_KPENyiHRNgzgR4aiDwDSSGlhReCIWQPLVLLLkIi6gyj-l5-jbX8YE14BVHuX6qD7XCIbvFd3s5z4-p3cFNIbCtVDVU890GiqXMQ6z3Uhui3fa6mABYptC1DaEeHbxTjohTuhjsxzuLjmtl5iPlIThGk4bpvhYSFyRRYqTEmcglB_qmA/s960/285635795_10229228031222257_1509612040719634295_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUhe3Bj_JPZJ_KPENyiHRNgzgR4aiDwDSSGlhReCIWQPLVLLLkIi6gyj-l5-jbX8YE14BVHuX6qD7XCIbvFd3s5z4-p3cFNIbCtVDVU890GiqXMQ6z3Uhui3fa6mABYptC1DaEeHbxTjohTuhjsxzuLjmtl5iPlIThGk4bpvhYSFyRRYqTEmcglB_qmA/s320/285635795_10229228031222257_1509612040719634295_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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The center back also has loops and buttons which are non-functional. The loops are sewn and then the center back seam sewn leaving the seam below the loops open.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0YNHX64vTDJvEtMXjtPftSDmSdnrzpSFZOoKLS-uZnC48Ds6yXC24llWvzmp_Ofy5PkblNWjpqhS6tBGmap34rAA9qtpmfEnQCLL19YLytJpUoHOYDRUDZwUsm06MjCbDOXp_ezSi3uMvekQV1PctybuqrlVNevupf6av8cd9bKAUIrIVeuFYHCfGMg/s960/285717159_10229228035462363_2151710333121817512_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0YNHX64vTDJvEtMXjtPftSDmSdnrzpSFZOoKLS-uZnC48Ds6yXC24llWvzmp_Ofy5PkblNWjpqhS6tBGmap34rAA9qtpmfEnQCLL19YLytJpUoHOYDRUDZwUsm06MjCbDOXp_ezSi3uMvekQV1PctybuqrlVNevupf6av8cd9bKAUIrIVeuFYHCfGMg/s320/285717159_10229228035462363_2151710333121817512_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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A line is sewn at the seam allowance and the fabric edge pressed to that line, turned and pressed at the line, and then top stitched on the entire hem.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNnlTflXVFxUvm1WWvXso-VCIZo8rD_Pz5PIBDmS1BOQjzPou-YcTz2uGc8eZ2UpYTTywC1Azl4CYvSDyLMd8o9ZAjgvYFdeiR9Jw2J4fym8fTXWzGud93JOnh4WIsWMh6Q6bvS18P7TKq7CPYi7cvR6_mHshoIR4zlsuJLeeVeGNF0p61jE4bb9b9Hw/s960/287029996_10229259225962106_3794267886111950384_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNnlTflXVFxUvm1WWvXso-VCIZo8rD_Pz5PIBDmS1BOQjzPou-YcTz2uGc8eZ2UpYTTywC1Azl4CYvSDyLMd8o9ZAjgvYFdeiR9Jw2J4fym8fTXWzGud93JOnh4WIsWMh6Q6bvS18P7TKq7CPYi7cvR6_mHshoIR4zlsuJLeeVeGNF0p61jE4bb9b9Hw/s320/287029996_10229259225962106_3794267886111950384_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigJtN0HB7aX_Eln8ksT2S1QsEb7q_w9ofG9-kNLbV8bsBXrsYG9nCPP5slMVWlFoE4RCRSDZ8RjbGYiVPUwDwIntuU9BROAh9r8YCGLWpN67l-5enf0zLjDuhqiK8NqktQB4ZuNlEaLXeFwbIe1Zw0rObxsFptaBQRx6veaL_TXRGNzNjdXeoFYCwuUA/s960/286638428_10229259227082134_8042461713543321698_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigJtN0HB7aX_Eln8ksT2S1QsEb7q_w9ofG9-kNLbV8bsBXrsYG9nCPP5slMVWlFoE4RCRSDZ8RjbGYiVPUwDwIntuU9BROAh9r8YCGLWpN67l-5enf0zLjDuhqiK8NqktQB4ZuNlEaLXeFwbIe1Zw0rObxsFptaBQRx6veaL_TXRGNzNjdXeoFYCwuUA/s320/286638428_10229259227082134_8042461713543321698_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Next, sleeves. Two lines of gathering stitches are made. The sleeve is sewn closed and then hemmed using the same machine method as the lower edge of the jacket.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtoysac1hwOJdJhvbOxBZmHLBELoERk_iwODpV9GFgOFZnCBe12X8h_iZXA5Oreiq5SzTSJLjFlyzXS0fFViXO6rm9OQwXtqeACjUCAteUZCIeTD0LDp5liQrAoEeC4O7rp0wL7f0e52nSXqnj_p3ggIzLwgiyrXyNnLT35S21yVutYry_eXIGs2CvdA/s960/286812865_10229259020796977_3749841668627754859_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtoysac1hwOJdJhvbOxBZmHLBELoERk_iwODpV9GFgOFZnCBe12X8h_iZXA5Oreiq5SzTSJLjFlyzXS0fFViXO6rm9OQwXtqeACjUCAteUZCIeTD0LDp5liQrAoEeC4O7rp0wL7f0e52nSXqnj_p3ggIzLwgiyrXyNnLT35S21yVutYry_eXIGs2CvdA/s320/286812865_10229259020796977_3749841668627754859_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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No, not quite final. That is giving myself a reward for completing the skirt and jacket. A Limited Summertime Edition Hershey's Strawberry Ice Cream Cone Kiss!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2zLdTQzcVY5dFD0_D3xuYpmSxJEWPiM0num15sN2PTBO0iOp0sY06NNX4rX3ICa-ZdaPoPtwerqjx73je_-Dl6lbpd2jbxVrrBR_BFuGKyZQLOeHX0Pmg-W7GMeCFV416UVUCmmlexaDg4R2kiOYNfhMbU62_UgPuROo8hVb33HGOR-jIlDqqSMsTDA/s960/287278085_10229270149155179_1937813935028115193_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2zLdTQzcVY5dFD0_D3xuYpmSxJEWPiM0num15sN2PTBO0iOp0sY06NNX4rX3ICa-ZdaPoPtwerqjx73je_-Dl6lbpd2jbxVrrBR_BFuGKyZQLOeHX0Pmg-W7GMeCFV416UVUCmmlexaDg4R2kiOYNfhMbU62_UgPuROo8hVb33HGOR-jIlDqqSMsTDA/s320/287278085_10229270149155179_1937813935028115193_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfBsNILPQIE7p1Rag3xsoHX3P0jXidJUO8zMb5wO9oKL0mT68guXg1KPnva46P6zAczINucTy7TkNg4Ono7EwntZhOMm5c26o2fK68EO7tUPSfuP6_c8SiFGWXDxZE-qIxEpF-JgTw--zfvQ2vbIKvLteZM9WNFPHCniG8nj_nnwoL0GpQSeOMikaRLg/s960/287238468_10229270149835196_5156079723701686176_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfBsNILPQIE7p1Rag3xsoHX3P0jXidJUO8zMb5wO9oKL0mT68guXg1KPnva46P6zAczINucTy7TkNg4Ono7EwntZhOMm5c26o2fK68EO7tUPSfuP6_c8SiFGWXDxZE-qIxEpF-JgTw--zfvQ2vbIKvLteZM9WNFPHCniG8nj_nnwoL0GpQSeOMikaRLg/s320/287238468_10229270149835196_5156079723701686176_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgO5eMZ62QryG-EyIlccdFqhhJrQWY5lMzUIE-6_pUtOcIEvZq2NPDiDryZR3W38Jb0gIkhGuzTocFywRg0WTHG7xPgECqVFss7DRIh7oda32i3IyALpE_sdiaiuaq7VNMcINxB-UXmWC2XqxgHQztBlm4eoS7_z2p9DRXxH5rkr6vSKzqSaXXpYC2W4A/s960/283367126_10229132942925109_3445057257377922533_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgO5eMZ62QryG-EyIlccdFqhhJrQWY5lMzUIE-6_pUtOcIEvZq2NPDiDryZR3W38Jb0gIkhGuzTocFywRg0WTHG7xPgECqVFss7DRIh7oda32i3IyALpE_sdiaiuaq7VNMcINxB-UXmWC2XqxgHQztBlm4eoS7_z2p9DRXxH5rkr6vSKzqSaXXpYC2W4A/s320/283367126_10229132942925109_3445057257377922533_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgy3eLmSlf988D86QDBq8k1oGbBUgmDl8_fwZNaR8H5DF2_5_B4zcVoEy09-6ZeP1kQfpwYKbmOq6BcxhwjDBE9lJ42AMFnihgArvHd6mejwlVoDj_I-7uiyHdRx1MVmSEPLy7LV61VxTRjxbNQRcST8AFyPgCxdUBFSp-IUzIBZZOW_87M3pGX51EtlQ/s960/281992869_10229132944205141_2062862940226251748_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgy3eLmSlf988D86QDBq8k1oGbBUgmDl8_fwZNaR8H5DF2_5_B4zcVoEy09-6ZeP1kQfpwYKbmOq6BcxhwjDBE9lJ42AMFnihgArvHd6mejwlVoDj_I-7uiyHdRx1MVmSEPLy7LV61VxTRjxbNQRcST8AFyPgCxdUBFSp-IUzIBZZOW_87M3pGX51EtlQ/s320/281992869_10229132944205141_2062862940226251748_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The Perfect Touches</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The costume isn't complete without the accessories, those perfect touches. I had several projects coming up including this one where a 1960s through 1980s impression was needed and I had a search saved in eBay which alerted me every day of items that met my criteria. A pair of Dyeables in my size appeared one day in a fun color for this project and the right price.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggL6SAmYbgJfLMR-u7dwxx0jJrmlJuj1xUl0zwPWZHZPgUwGPYaZhwjVLSceR2zqhe58qItZ2sm3k-Zadh9tVPQg-L6Tdtit0kGhWOSX5D0IM-ngSS79HRLXKxT84R_dNHDx2_RWbTSdRSPyVDnIeHeeDtFFVQnS83md0fCe-nG-u6f6wCyPh0jCI9BA/s960/273768531_10228538360740926_6060003128201595619_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggL6SAmYbgJfLMR-u7dwxx0jJrmlJuj1xUl0zwPWZHZPgUwGPYaZhwjVLSceR2zqhe58qItZ2sm3k-Zadh9tVPQg-L6Tdtit0kGhWOSX5D0IM-ngSS79HRLXKxT84R_dNHDx2_RWbTSdRSPyVDnIeHeeDtFFVQnS83md0fCe-nG-u6f6wCyPh0jCI9BA/s320/273768531_10228538360740926_6060003128201595619_n.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The shoes arrive and I love the dimples that look like the outside of a strawberry. So I find a strawberry applique and sew it to the throat edge.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbe78Z2w3PaN78z4SFdVymvCA-w_SMnhgYZoXbvJHJA9GPiOrglMSqRkx27tnTZHZhK-OFNjgTwdROZWalhxT4b1QR8YQKQrz2bZMqMsRFyXh4rDou5VtHYHABb3bgRpDUBLnZVGx8sk0PfTURuqOM_9db9eo6ZPZTL6RA4zUrC64qmZC5J5bv2Ql81A/s960/273789479_10228599873678711_1627003191215612913_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbe78Z2w3PaN78z4SFdVymvCA-w_SMnhgYZoXbvJHJA9GPiOrglMSqRkx27tnTZHZhK-OFNjgTwdROZWalhxT4b1QR8YQKQrz2bZMqMsRFyXh4rDou5VtHYHABb3bgRpDUBLnZVGx8sk0PfTURuqOM_9db9eo6ZPZTL6RA4zUrC64qmZC5J5bv2Ql81A/s320/273789479_10228599873678711_1627003191215612913_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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I transferred the ice cream to another container and with two eyelets and some pink ribbon I had a Strawberry Shoulder Bag.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfhoLxW-OSrg0fiR1jimdDAoufmXeB0PzqXxUXlDFEVa3x9MSBqo7dRkXAITVHDGeM6Ugbkbj8BcOO3gPK40cgY2c2KyQyOlBCP65hxXaqjoPff_5E8Em6Gi05x_sgnD0KrRFykkWiQJF6yfu-qTYq-i5Zfeq5D1EHJROOveV82acX-gnE-pZLz5A4Gg/s960/284239592_10229167509749258_5571108594251391132_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfhoLxW-OSrg0fiR1jimdDAoufmXeB0PzqXxUXlDFEVa3x9MSBqo7dRkXAITVHDGeM6Ugbkbj8BcOO3gPK40cgY2c2KyQyOlBCP65hxXaqjoPff_5E8Em6Gi05x_sgnD0KrRFykkWiQJF6yfu-qTYq-i5Zfeq5D1EHJROOveV82acX-gnE-pZLz5A4Gg/s320/284239592_10229167509749258_5571108594251391132_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;">Hugs,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Jeanette</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Companion YouTube Video: <a href="https://youtu.be/tn9eIlsuf0E" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/tn9eIlsuf0E</a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div><div><p></p></div>Jeanettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09186764620925579101noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4439815537233502652.post-45559763435493255552022-05-29T06:25:00.000-04:002022-05-29T06:25:14.432-04:00Sewing a Strawberry Fascinator<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiClW2tgi-hQwVe9G2SwRUHKJBX_l0kH3x60UYkDF7i6lQhzZed5gE4ubN8lDozJYlUJ9xHXGGerKNNNZeBdHca9KX50tdHHbdrEFhtEu9hyuhbhePWthuH4VsmrX-ghNG5S5F43IviwgPCtwWbN7S0RepIPrzNjcWFLDum9Fec862qrOg4aYlCLrCzfA/s1280/Tan%20and%20Grey%20Minimalism%20DIY%20Influencer%20YouTube%20Thumbnail%20Set%20(3).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiClW2tgi-hQwVe9G2SwRUHKJBX_l0kH3x60UYkDF7i6lQhzZed5gE4ubN8lDozJYlUJ9xHXGGerKNNNZeBdHca9KX50tdHHbdrEFhtEu9hyuhbhePWthuH4VsmrX-ghNG5S5F43IviwgPCtwWbN7S0RepIPrzNjcWFLDum9Fec862qrOg4aYlCLrCzfA/s320/Tan%20and%20Grey%20Minimalism%20DIY%20Influencer%20YouTube%20Thumbnail%20Set%20(3).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I love strawberries! No, I didn't say that quite right. I LOVE strawberries!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Fresh, ripe, juicy, sweet strawberries!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLiD1f2OD9ojhNjPOZNNzM22AGoVXVyPtlqKhzYdM-xQPbtS9qQvPvs3FbNpE26Cox7df8LRbTJ2vnXn7JBn1W183sSEzqr9o6qQfYhy0mzpumFFIBDe2ziZm7r7EjyVXgbUtXm-hRxiL4OF7Xinkm4odv6jQ9PLHca4eBAil-2UD9I1subF3hVfvVuw/s272/Strawberries.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="153" data-original-width="272" height="153" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLiD1f2OD9ojhNjPOZNNzM22AGoVXVyPtlqKhzYdM-xQPbtS9qQvPvs3FbNpE26Cox7df8LRbTJ2vnXn7JBn1W183sSEzqr9o6qQfYhy0mzpumFFIBDe2ziZm7r7EjyVXgbUtXm-hRxiL4OF7Xinkm4odv6jQ9PLHca4eBAil-2UD9I1subF3hVfvVuw/s1600/Strawberries.jpg" width="272" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And anything with strawberries or strawberry flavor! Strawberry tea.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrPofvUPSrFGQ4MoAuQPfn0lEYb3tcOb0Eq7lR4_NrUkFavIIgsK0HQ4h918Pyr0ICQN8xTicDP6V5_cTtOEcVAvzSy3Tu2XfY21zpeZFFJAmd9YPXLwvLOpoE5GFEQNbwP2xmEW6whrwLoiCtGrwFcrSNZRFjfULzDkQ_OTpRE1AOlq65wC2aNMTxRg/s452/strawberry_sensation_1_1_1_1_1.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="452" data-original-width="314" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrPofvUPSrFGQ4MoAuQPfn0lEYb3tcOb0Eq7lR4_NrUkFavIIgsK0HQ4h918Pyr0ICQN8xTicDP6V5_cTtOEcVAvzSy3Tu2XfY21zpeZFFJAmd9YPXLwvLOpoE5GFEQNbwP2xmEW6whrwLoiCtGrwFcrSNZRFjfULzDkQ_OTpRE1AOlq65wC2aNMTxRg/s320/strawberry_sensation_1_1_1_1_1.png" width="222" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Strawberry sugar cookies.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_D6Pu96y03mTuQ3AwJnK-DUExXc2fJ6yu_qyhdzKt-BFf67HIzwpyHpz86-WPDEgKSBzpNExmXdmK2Eu7VIcEVXfEYj2e6IYrt0VIXwS-U2wY0-3hccQpKgfj8QU107JzN__MA7cWXD8yCBEjmIUmNMctCZzfctQ6egh_ZF11rNSlkMlxJzFsKaxofQ/s248/StrawberrySugarCookie.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="155" data-original-width="248" height="155" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_D6Pu96y03mTuQ3AwJnK-DUExXc2fJ6yu_qyhdzKt-BFf67HIzwpyHpz86-WPDEgKSBzpNExmXdmK2Eu7VIcEVXfEYj2e6IYrt0VIXwS-U2wY0-3hccQpKgfj8QU107JzN__MA7cWXD8yCBEjmIUmNMctCZzfctQ6egh_ZF11rNSlkMlxJzFsKaxofQ/s1600/StrawberrySugarCookie.jpg" width="248" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Strawberry shortcake. <i>Psst. Wrong Strawberry Shortcake!</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilXxunI-zzxlYf04nLVRBXBfYoQEeKn4oOSwn1F3yKa5gJBiFmj5wYHZeeCVyox-243bFiw6SsqnJLV6H05_zNKPzoS6IdaZDFgO-lBvDLPZ0ZjjIjE_l35gRCoe2668UolTl_W6FcYI_7hfi-eC9AQQF3ixtTmvkAdsRoz5OW8wif8S4LzZx_e1fcXg/s157/StrawberryShortcakeCartoon.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="157" data-original-width="88" height="157" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilXxunI-zzxlYf04nLVRBXBfYoQEeKn4oOSwn1F3yKa5gJBiFmj5wYHZeeCVyox-243bFiw6SsqnJLV6H05_zNKPzoS6IdaZDFgO-lBvDLPZ0ZjjIjE_l35gRCoe2668UolTl_W6FcYI_7hfi-eC9AQQF3ixtTmvkAdsRoz5OW8wif8S4LzZx_e1fcXg/s1600/StrawberryShortcakeCartoon.jpg" width="88" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">That's better. But she's cute too!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfOxWiKxEOr9klcZhsuw5--CFkHGKLQL5gUKCbQ3Zv7QeElB1NS5wKEI9o6_dj93Bdzc1_iVsBWeG5EZAh5bJrXQfub2IOjgaEyctlGBVW2VY7DEja4_N5f77U8Zb0_5ouzifUvgJ3wNTmpQTsWmdy3gEX91L4zHC_VKattb7tOoh30otrLqki4T4rOw/s162/StrawberryShortcake.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="162" data-original-width="158" height="162" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfOxWiKxEOr9klcZhsuw5--CFkHGKLQL5gUKCbQ3Zv7QeElB1NS5wKEI9o6_dj93Bdzc1_iVsBWeG5EZAh5bJrXQfub2IOjgaEyctlGBVW2VY7DEja4_N5f77U8Zb0_5ouzifUvgJ3wNTmpQTsWmdy3gEX91L4zHC_VKattb7tOoh30otrLqki4T4rOw/s1600/StrawberryShortcake.jpg" width="158" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Strawberry candies.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2015" data-original-width="1135" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKVTkoqqLcZdwDP16mO8iwK8SZ2EPGLGL52hMQny5RjDfQVX-8d4BwInYB66GipsygtYI61K9YiR3-Sf3MT7d0lpkglmlDCGfVgKZE0oxMW_vHrxH0DGATh8BUg4BAacw0E5mBCOoRhtAt01dvw3VhAC-NYnJ3SuOmmukWX7cjKHFDeWL_SciVR-M2Bg/s320/266589631_10228187373326460_7957281644960497271_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">So when Cait of Willougby and Rose suggested using the Gunne Sax style or vintage patterns with fabric from our favorite snacks, #gunnesnacks, I was completely in!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMPztxAZojhV4GdRaAjmqewLkMTrRyiTmmZCLXe8oyEfIYUJ7PAMrHW65zGc3Ij-290pxIJOMs-z7KQ0Z1gd3GaFhf-97J32yV8MpBgFEY0cWu3VmuYdDqov2onZ3O-qHiJIHljrauv_ea1hR15Ha7EzuGn1x5LQTbIFoGMIA8msq2lIlP8rSMKLpcIQ/s1607/284349079_10229171845617652_8029425268581796367_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="871" data-original-width="1607" height="173" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMPztxAZojhV4GdRaAjmqewLkMTrRyiTmmZCLXe8oyEfIYUJ7PAMrHW65zGc3Ij-290pxIJOMs-z7KQ0Z1gd3GaFhf-97J32yV8MpBgFEY0cWu3VmuYdDqov2onZ3O-qHiJIHljrauv_ea1hR15Ha7EzuGn1x5LQTbIFoGMIA8msq2lIlP8rSMKLpcIQ/s320/284349079_10229171845617652_8029425268581796367_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/WilloughbyRose" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/WilloughbyRose</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This is Part One, creating a Strawberry Fascinator, because the steps can be used for any favorite fruit or flower or whatever shape your imagination fancies. The making of my #gunnesnacks garment will be in the next blog post and video. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzyKWmeoXirec8yf4m4HKYByxVUNbn2Wu5XWrU8H3UrgRWduNEWpkg0WXb-baYm8w_C--SLEDbx-SgzIGn5-nECS_718PltvqQaYxfwqw4LyRDRMhVuhvLigTIuaau6WdGog99KAGtydCPudiu9qZpURjtlj5DjDW8VnN4NW555BVM5K6jNUe8Pykguw/s960/284257774_10229168845702656_367707111696190442_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzyKWmeoXirec8yf4m4HKYByxVUNbn2Wu5XWrU8H3UrgRWduNEWpkg0WXb-baYm8w_C--SLEDbx-SgzIGn5-nECS_718PltvqQaYxfwqw4LyRDRMhVuhvLigTIuaau6WdGog99KAGtydCPudiu9qZpURjtlj5DjDW8VnN4NW555BVM5K6jNUe8Pykguw/s320/284257774_10229168845702656_367707111696190442_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I have a strawberry applique that will be used as a shoe embellishment in my finished #gunnesnacks project and use that applique as my inspiration for the fascinator. I use pieces of buckram cut from the openings of previous hat projects. One piece is single ply buckram, and the other is double ply.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2MSWxBviNqfbzAnBTBb26PXcjrGL6wE8OvwMPxC_dBc5p6E3Me0Vv248_sgtGJ-OoIiF7gE5ng1gzJ8XCp7WpbMmicnFGohbyAFSb6__xwK3_bB9uGp_k4Imf983VM3gA5eWjfHDKrQ2jWmDPZVCVaRErjYGyYKTMYQBSUxjUc25tlgk_u6j5DB89Sg/s960/283199089_10229167297903962_5101198019602693994_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2MSWxBviNqfbzAnBTBb26PXcjrGL6wE8OvwMPxC_dBc5p6E3Me0Vv248_sgtGJ-OoIiF7gE5ng1gzJ8XCp7WpbMmicnFGohbyAFSb6__xwK3_bB9uGp_k4Imf983VM3gA5eWjfHDKrQ2jWmDPZVCVaRErjYGyYKTMYQBSUxjUc25tlgk_u6j5DB89Sg/s320/283199089_10229167297903962_5101198019602693994_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Millinery wire, I'm using 21 gauge, is sewn at the edge of each strawberry so that I can bend them to shape.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOAZzdEXKkQ3d7838CpZS7m4mfKh-OmyuwlwsYf2F-Q1BF_g7KK-9GJV3EMkxZSQ9Uif9iIXPC5BhTlp8kw0QwdBAqX0UyB5XsCtPdR897fgQOKWPm3AL_ZIXi6R5uT-tUHPXK8IC9k4vyM9fw5JMaVcLmbqbDNMCq2cq7BY1NqwZ-J77uxiqg3d3CYg/s960/283285996_10229167298623980_9151116449596027084_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOAZzdEXKkQ3d7838CpZS7m4mfKh-OmyuwlwsYf2F-Q1BF_g7KK-9GJV3EMkxZSQ9Uif9iIXPC5BhTlp8kw0QwdBAqX0UyB5XsCtPdR897fgQOKWPm3AL_ZIXi6R5uT-tUHPXK8IC9k4vyM9fw5JMaVcLmbqbDNMCq2cq7BY1NqwZ-J77uxiqg3d3CYg/s320/283285996_10229167298623980_9151116449596027084_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The wire is overlapped about an inch on the center top edge where any ridges will be covered by the embellishments.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhP7hAj8t5shSEVbK1b-eKmfaasNqr9ebCAJSLQNFHaAVJ5KyWKYETFvG3YQqJmD552zyT0v8Qr9WlQ2gxixq9saV9nspX0C6Sv_X3i9vrR60uDX7bOZAdmCnF7vg5Aqz4UiOs6-IJZ_DDtOE-V5-ftZbMFnPWd4KMqRrq4AZBdddNUMbs2DVGk-vgclQ/s960/284089451_10229167299183994_2591674246589779052_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhP7hAj8t5shSEVbK1b-eKmfaasNqr9ebCAJSLQNFHaAVJ5KyWKYETFvG3YQqJmD552zyT0v8Qr9WlQ2gxixq9saV9nspX0C6Sv_X3i9vrR60uDX7bOZAdmCnF7vg5Aqz4UiOs6-IJZ_DDtOE-V5-ftZbMFnPWd4KMqRrq4AZBdddNUMbs2DVGk-vgclQ/s320/284089451_10229167299183994_2591674246589779052_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">To replicate qthe strawberry texture I'm recycling the net bag from another fruit.</span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiltx5SZpO63GejhuA46DeCymZ6Va4Kuu4wrGKmUgHlmxiSRd3TRHq9SCiH_ANuiP-SUxeeLa-Nd7d7yZVvw85gli8iReag5abWPdPCFuopfcwxMPJrQ7rE-mPIgngFumn8UDVfpAuPxAurkWjXhMukvUFQk99ydG-aHDawZfCsiKFMmC1qA70kfb9V_g/s960/283322503_10229132941725079_3280529638302566699_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiltx5SZpO63GejhuA46DeCymZ6Va4Kuu4wrGKmUgHlmxiSRd3TRHq9SCiH_ANuiP-SUxeeLa-Nd7d7yZVvw85gli8iReag5abWPdPCFuopfcwxMPJrQ7rE-mPIgngFumn8UDVfpAuPxAurkWjXhMukvUFQk99ydG-aHDawZfCsiKFMmC1qA70kfb9V_g/s320/283322503_10229132941725079_3280529638302566699_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I had some scraps of satin fabric from my Victorian Barbie project and I thought the satin shine would be nice under the texture of the net. I cut both the net and the satin into the strawberry shape with an additional 1/2" all the way around for seam allowance.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBJ23qSSVflrBSjcDAZeHjWcdEjsPV4YmXI9299I1jKKMqvfI8FFnFc1qMDM0NTa02qsGm2JngrIB2JNkVsg6y_h2fUGd0EB14HGdzx8h60uCZP-EF1AD-hs10ugP2IoGUaQ4ZRhot2TBj0skivM9sitePPXPoUsz73uE5GLlDjlkEyBxI-Df5ZzquWg/s960/283813271_10229167299664006_3086946274578629936_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBJ23qSSVflrBSjcDAZeHjWcdEjsPV4YmXI9299I1jKKMqvfI8FFnFc1qMDM0NTa02qsGm2JngrIB2JNkVsg6y_h2fUGd0EB14HGdzx8h60uCZP-EF1AD-hs10ugP2IoGUaQ4ZRhot2TBj0skivM9sitePPXPoUsz73uE5GLlDjlkEyBxI-Df5ZzquWg/s320/283813271_10229167299664006_3086946274578629936_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The satin and net are clipped in place over the wired edge. With a thread matching the net color I whip stitch over the edge to secure the net and satin sewing through the buckram.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGw2drft5fFq32A1XVjh-l2CoO6hfuIzKq99w2Qszxs2tmTLK36FPVmBc4SCuHIwo-XbWY4_vuUl3loGaW9BBU9Vyn65ZGK0Pp08zb0sc-kdY8j1ckbFzQufYOd9lcbc7p-mhRX3blhyMc1GcVUGGWBKt8Epjlx7Qe681tX12yzCYPtt77uOm_wmcQYg/s960/284551902_10229167300224020_4662411657791061362_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGw2drft5fFq32A1XVjh-l2CoO6hfuIzKq99w2Qszxs2tmTLK36FPVmBc4SCuHIwo-XbWY4_vuUl3loGaW9BBU9Vyn65ZGK0Pp08zb0sc-kdY8j1ckbFzQufYOd9lcbc7p-mhRX3blhyMc1GcVUGGWBKt8Epjlx7Qe681tX12yzCYPtt77uOm_wmcQYg/s320/284551902_10229167300224020_4662411657791061362_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLMohgKXMyK2BQ_8Uk2TnvstYNCeabH89Wl5u7hIa-SHIdXmdauZv_KwNXK9AzqJ_mFXieI2p7XtctWLYogZfpd_6twa0LQp2P8DjJC3j4hgadm0ZrkEvt5x2chRjkwxit2O4qPTGHL1VBgciwGnoZLSviDgb3LtAGDxsXaYnsQEVY3jZUQ_TzI2KPYg/s960/284158903_10229167300544028_6113763991155291459_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLMohgKXMyK2BQ_8Uk2TnvstYNCeabH89Wl5u7hIa-SHIdXmdauZv_KwNXK9AzqJ_mFXieI2p7XtctWLYogZfpd_6twa0LQp2P8DjJC3j4hgadm0ZrkEvt5x2chRjkwxit2O4qPTGHL1VBgciwGnoZLSviDgb3LtAGDxsXaYnsQEVY3jZUQ_TzI2KPYg/s320/284158903_10229167300544028_6113763991155291459_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Now the strawberries are clipped into position and the wires bent into the shape desired.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6qJAy-73wcG6fnlMYVtBEhQXsY9KyiorQ9NEuqBADx6oFxKu7j7DpKvjSGJxALkBlaiab2-zqxRTyDz8_RXKWIWOpasjYuqAOP3Fi7Ed9EtSOSbo9BFks3PBFbSSZP9WQYo19GL5cT6tPYHxijfN9NUkvZJ33tD-csv49TwwLHhCMFISpH5ptvnwRaw/s960/283955637_10229167301064041_4288131911177536524_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6qJAy-73wcG6fnlMYVtBEhQXsY9KyiorQ9NEuqBADx6oFxKu7j7DpKvjSGJxALkBlaiab2-zqxRTyDz8_RXKWIWOpasjYuqAOP3Fi7Ed9EtSOSbo9BFks3PBFbSSZP9WQYo19GL5cT6tPYHxijfN9NUkvZJ33tD-csv49TwwLHhCMFISpH5ptvnwRaw/s320/283955637_10229167301064041_4288131911177536524_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The lining is cut from the satin fabric with a 1/2" seam allowance added. Then the seam allowance is turned under and the satin clipped to the back of the strawberries.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgmu-jRMNDsw1BwgwYVq1Ax9vZG6cmWbvjUV7v_l31nuvjz_fBYHaOZUSu44cd77bkVsXCv9PX9LPiBcEV_aolH7eSig7a7norLGhOl68DxTiWrzFzVNqbM5q1tFAQ7abOQh4OG5v72FY-4qJ7zQVxnJk35yvP9GC1xI_R_rsbufm7XQN2tep6O0l3HA/s960/283665138_10229167301864061_8219212452537028834_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgmu-jRMNDsw1BwgwYVq1Ax9vZG6cmWbvjUV7v_l31nuvjz_fBYHaOZUSu44cd77bkVsXCv9PX9LPiBcEV_aolH7eSig7a7norLGhOl68DxTiWrzFzVNqbM5q1tFAQ7abOQh4OG5v72FY-4qJ7zQVxnJk35yvP9GC1xI_R_rsbufm7XQN2tep6O0l3HA/s320/283665138_10229167301864061_8219212452537028834_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The lining is sewn to the seam allowance of the front fabric just inside the wired edge. Here a curved needle is very handy.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRVMjVVOTeBNh4Z7VSItHXI1waHcgY10ZAGkpdsCSC8Kr0O1kAMPEKmkwPC9qTsBU5Zb3dfnHWcnoYnmFrv1w6QyBsji0PrM7P5UPAFLEm6Bodynq_hFC09AQBKYLDXo61QsGNpYgPe2-N90nHrKTWf8IWtKRl0zrBMPwLF4DiG-3TYfNk2C2eNMA-EQ/s960/284281727_10229167303944113_2872307299390223421_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRVMjVVOTeBNh4Z7VSItHXI1waHcgY10ZAGkpdsCSC8Kr0O1kAMPEKmkwPC9qTsBU5Zb3dfnHWcnoYnmFrv1w6QyBsji0PrM7P5UPAFLEm6Bodynq_hFC09AQBKYLDXo61QsGNpYgPe2-N90nHrKTWf8IWtKRl0zrBMPwLF4DiG-3TYfNk2C2eNMA-EQ/s320/284281727_10229167303944113_2872307299390223421_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIEbVqIGwrghZuSVRqqt8MWM1R-q7d4vZbGd2TV_zLPLaJ58lERAzPs2Y5ulLN-FYYCJMSrj11i9C7RBn-Dxx_BAL8boOfWNrIxnrDNhUYF6UWU4SFEejA6Ka2pcB5t68IrdXH4Dxa1_Y0bYrQ4Zwaq-UrKw7v9eQEO5asrgRZxpx4NmFo_vu8q47P3g/s960/284474914_10229167304744133_301624126461425931_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIEbVqIGwrghZuSVRqqt8MWM1R-q7d4vZbGd2TV_zLPLaJ58lERAzPs2Y5ulLN-FYYCJMSrj11i9C7RBn-Dxx_BAL8boOfWNrIxnrDNhUYF6UWU4SFEejA6Ka2pcB5t68IrdXH4Dxa1_Y0bYrQ4Zwaq-UrKw7v9eQEO5asrgRZxpx4NmFo_vu8q47P3g/s320/284474914_10229167304744133_301624126461425931_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The strawberries are positioned, tacked together at the upper edge and a comb in sewn onto the back.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-yVty7q8ZGw-9GPe4mYu7CKNYTDDSlwDm-8Gmw4e0_wLMkUtGzZ9tliERRzMxivRyJzF_5QUgNCvRqAVMf-sYcErDeEyX8Be7BH6lbe72zZRPWm2Ffw169vlqtJm309eQGfyBU6ISd32a0Vq-lIYgAdtbHVjDlGX0f3LKrtrBJv3x9DzAQF0IqUw4PA/s960/283297121_10229167346025165_8873695943932064552_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-yVty7q8ZGw-9GPe4mYu7CKNYTDDSlwDm-8Gmw4e0_wLMkUtGzZ9tliERRzMxivRyJzF_5QUgNCvRqAVMf-sYcErDeEyX8Be7BH6lbe72zZRPWm2Ffw169vlqtJm309eQGfyBU6ISd32a0Vq-lIYgAdtbHVjDlGX0f3LKrtrBJv3x9DzAQF0IqUw4PA/s320/283297121_10229167346025165_8873695943932064552_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Although I've had strawberry plants with red or pink blossoms, I would love white blossoms for this project but I don't have any white wired ribbon on hand. I do have a bit of a yellow and white ombre wired ribbon so I decide to use the ribbon with the white to the outside and the yellow to form the darker center. I've taught ribbon classes in several places including Costume College and have been thinking of making some tutorials for the flowers I teach most often: roses, vintage roses, pansies, dogwood blossoms, and leaves. If you would be interested in those tutorials please let me know in the comments. For this project I'm using the method for a cherry blossom which is simply a pansy with more petals.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDGcbfh3HwhJwpTRxutjcojOwRvB6QN86wGRdUJtctLajpu6Zru7vslnakehYIFDciiwLcYxY1OpM96i4m9xtQkchIHbHTttAbWFj9dsrktmjTjJXipO1XmSPoGgf404c-7qqd8QFZxrIPieRPGoU8fp8OmreZCwxVI1XhPpU-CqgBKtvPyQmdESAhqQ/s960/284193004_10229167302504077_6170890534164117599_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDGcbfh3HwhJwpTRxutjcojOwRvB6QN86wGRdUJtctLajpu6Zru7vslnakehYIFDciiwLcYxY1OpM96i4m9xtQkchIHbHTttAbWFj9dsrktmjTjJXipO1XmSPoGgf404c-7qqd8QFZxrIPieRPGoU8fp8OmreZCwxVI1XhPpU-CqgBKtvPyQmdESAhqQ/s320/284193004_10229167302504077_6170890534164117599_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiEK7i6jJuP5lTxYqlElESxhZsiZoUm6UOecQ8gIUxNlg5iqtPg6w1H9R-yaBWYNW_TS58a64W0xreHSLahzFJhkbnK8sdjPR_xOuRUQAwCaHWpcIxHVr1mJkTSiQyH1pgfzCJVwocUNeX2z0_wNSBfOmICyHf9sm3rbmxFxbRZeQMh0L0vXBr2s9PBg/s960/284265642_10229167302984089_1425603276373713825_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiEK7i6jJuP5lTxYqlElESxhZsiZoUm6UOecQ8gIUxNlg5iqtPg6w1H9R-yaBWYNW_TS58a64W0xreHSLahzFJhkbnK8sdjPR_xOuRUQAwCaHWpcIxHVr1mJkTSiQyH1pgfzCJVwocUNeX2z0_wNSBfOmICyHf9sm3rbmxFxbRZeQMh0L0vXBr2s9PBg/s320/284265642_10229167302984089_1425603276373713825_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I add a premade yellow satin rose to the center for a bit more color.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJiyO7jbfwnZmWsxnlmxFKdS8qRDOdz60g1oUAOsEHceCjVAUybg9zJ6MZ8Qkoq5qSOvE3cVBu17C5eb7c9ItPvF2MZ2c5Xi729urLbliR3pDOrWFgmvIGMAXBT0YtiRzWD3UxapftxLSuXW53_vC09QI8q29v_Mz_lJZMsuPDbdjDzSbzOttfnq7CyA/s960/283420561_10229167303424100_8256881561181512895_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJiyO7jbfwnZmWsxnlmxFKdS8qRDOdz60g1oUAOsEHceCjVAUybg9zJ6MZ8Qkoq5qSOvE3cVBu17C5eb7c9ItPvF2MZ2c5Xi729urLbliR3pDOrWFgmvIGMAXBT0YtiRzWD3UxapftxLSuXW53_vC09QI8q29v_Mz_lJZMsuPDbdjDzSbzOttfnq7CyA/s320/283420561_10229167303424100_8256881561181512895_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The leaves are made from a green ombre wired ribbon. As with the blossom, a wire is removed from one edge and gathered with sewn stitches.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOW1oDo8pBX_Ytk0dBPMiULPsgHdbyLYsfG7bjt5VRxxM5TSzSEDkqpwxQP7pQ04B_pqUTe9KbCwJ5VibaDlOXdoDSZngPgLPLcykYFv042n6ZCtg0DlI6-8SXNbbBuxSS6X2ftSYjWsCEhsAONCSnonAo03je5X1-HqogtuBXGOFheaeiufLo-y9k4Q/s960/284183824_10229167305264146_3651378856932693873_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOW1oDo8pBX_Ytk0dBPMiULPsgHdbyLYsfG7bjt5VRxxM5TSzSEDkqpwxQP7pQ04B_pqUTe9KbCwJ5VibaDlOXdoDSZngPgLPLcykYFv042n6ZCtg0DlI6-8SXNbbBuxSS6X2ftSYjWsCEhsAONCSnonAo03je5X1-HqogtuBXGOFheaeiufLo-y9k4Q/s320/284183824_10229167305264146_3651378856932693873_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">I have some green self-stick felt left from a furniture project from years ago and the paper backing can no longer be removed. I draw a stem on the paper backing, cut two sets of the stem, and then glue them together.</span></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdihmvBmZSkRQZXQSh_Yt9w8bIs3oAeZngNoiOJMQ9l7IoqnLnktyh9V7eQndVFWn9nQX2Ybzs2GhJcaQmznQvBSki4Hjkd0fH_zCdRRU9lVdjyV3m5iWqBP_ubQZXgTfvPfchz_p-uE5_P74jrhgymYNA8wvzvWjMvbzAPfxrKioIW-Bzo8m8oHVs9w/s960/283953933_10229167510629280_2432474338412649238_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdihmvBmZSkRQZXQSh_Yt9w8bIs3oAeZngNoiOJMQ9l7IoqnLnktyh9V7eQndVFWn9nQX2Ybzs2GhJcaQmznQvBSki4Hjkd0fH_zCdRRU9lVdjyV3m5iWqBP_ubQZXgTfvPfchz_p-uE5_P74jrhgymYNA8wvzvWjMvbzAPfxrKioIW-Bzo8m8oHVs9w/s320/283953933_10229167510629280_2432474338412649238_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Works in progress.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgg3t9wbZlvZtlKAbyTBQAb37ImnjCjptdOO8D0THkl2P-WXeifKLs677tCVODRwM8BFO0FJN36SzwygeB5yJktdyhxxTGJmh24pYKNhtuibw_dZXrCP0BJSwdVWJs-xezn_cBA6iwo1HFmFdVoUupPSm7Vv9owtsk3KjNUhovtfPW9hawlNLgTYY0Wyg/s960/283750769_10229167305824160_1203463454880019963_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgg3t9wbZlvZtlKAbyTBQAb37ImnjCjptdOO8D0THkl2P-WXeifKLs677tCVODRwM8BFO0FJN36SzwygeB5yJktdyhxxTGJmh24pYKNhtuibw_dZXrCP0BJSwdVWJs-xezn_cBA6iwo1HFmFdVoUupPSm7Vv9owtsk3KjNUhovtfPW9hawlNLgTYY0Wyg/s320/283750769_10229167305824160_1203463454880019963_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Finished embellishment parts.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUGTwZIjn-Xq5LJ9EV6SPm-NZ3-hwGA1cNFf_D_hbcU87iqLOq1GZE6rjPvQ-wqm-wTUuPWsXnL_a4IptMfJV6r4vRXVRdh4fNqQjQx6Ps6XdNT8P9NDC0i_5uk1JoVAnTiDb1RWT7Z5gKQ90GnZemqtvhj8hIH-Dw-PeFRxSR3JckkDxsjBjT_4r4hA/s960/283799012_10229167487148693_4693744436736927042_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUGTwZIjn-Xq5LJ9EV6SPm-NZ3-hwGA1cNFf_D_hbcU87iqLOq1GZE6rjPvQ-wqm-wTUuPWsXnL_a4IptMfJV6r4vRXVRdh4fNqQjQx6Ps6XdNT8P9NDC0i_5uk1JoVAnTiDb1RWT7Z5gKQ90GnZemqtvhj8hIH-Dw-PeFRxSR3JckkDxsjBjT_4r4hA/s320/283799012_10229167487148693_4693744436736927042_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The leaves are attached to the stem with a few stitches with green thread. The leaves are stitched to the strawberry causing the stem to be in an upright position. The other two larger leaves and the blossoms are sewn to the base. The wired ribbon allows all the embellishments to be adjusted. If the fascinator becomes crushed when packed or stored, everything can be readjusted easily.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3EpYC23NN0lRPTV2Xs6-lCPh-j-XaL7CX9nTOCx0kCFe5kk8UCoOHNSMl_q6x5P5fHDFMAQMQvmKENrH0CgBFrffrJSgm_lbr9WC493dBSf3x-Ym3xJBnQWZzPXn67Dsomj1hD1WUOCY6SjDVKEZDa9HTKhJmnW1FGGvxu7SAmpBPMO6ioEPnrsJ8-Q/s960/284080625_10229167487708707_1372490011182541793_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3EpYC23NN0lRPTV2Xs6-lCPh-j-XaL7CX9nTOCx0kCFe5kk8UCoOHNSMl_q6x5P5fHDFMAQMQvmKENrH0CgBFrffrJSgm_lbr9WC493dBSf3x-Ym3xJBnQWZzPXn67Dsomj1hD1WUOCY6SjDVKEZDa9HTKhJmnW1FGGvxu7SAmpBPMO6ioEPnrsJ8-Q/s320/284080625_10229167487708707_1372490011182541793_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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I have this very long piece of red veiling which I have never cut and I just refold and repin to hats or fascinators for a more dramatic look.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5KUSrXPe7OkNQXglttowl4TEmJJX8vkORzQjVAMXQWzYrvDPxgYSZVwDPB8n7hzxEILR6pwDN7yHzDm_ihENhtggqiX0gqkkkHtYZSfBbdj9G-bPN96-Y-jsb_PujD4Hw3UGVxM3Zv1YJvN9ZE5cLxPyFxoxSxFA2ch7o97RrUaOxGvGNBesnYbc8Bw/s960/284054354_10229168876063415_27743426862471134_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5KUSrXPe7OkNQXglttowl4TEmJJX8vkORzQjVAMXQWzYrvDPxgYSZVwDPB8n7hzxEILR6pwDN7yHzDm_ihENhtggqiX0gqkkkHtYZSfBbdj9G-bPN96-Y-jsb_PujD4Hw3UGVxM3Zv1YJvN9ZE5cLxPyFxoxSxFA2ch7o97RrUaOxGvGNBesnYbc8Bw/s320/284054354_10229168876063415_27743426862471134_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Please let me know in the comments if you are interested in having me write and video some ribbon flower tutorials. Thank you for being here!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Hugs,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Jeanette</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Companion YouTube Video: <a href="https://youtu.be/65XayBht9eI" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/65XayBht9eI</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">#gunnesnacks YouTube Playlist: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLx-rA39xXWMdNwZdATwSXsWpbT-tmNzyn" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLx-rA39xXWMdNwZdATwSXsWpbT-tmNzyn</a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><p></p>Jeanettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09186764620925579101noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4439815537233502652.post-38596110566541204692022-05-22T07:05:00.002-04:002022-12-29T10:27:05.217-05:00Testing a Burnley & Trowbridge Wrapper Pattern<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixd0lOBPI--kTqbZewMdjuvgDa7nY_jV--H0shaQnvSBHenBzrsMH3bFQiq9ObSRiqCtaskZUUbWDkatA8nZnvU5dNLE1I2Pn9UfHouIILWP9y7coB-F30DCiB-qKkfUFrCesl58i8YwWuyVvhxfXIIbz3vaBqRbVrpHR_mhD6BC_a0KWoumlJr5vdqA/s1280/Tan%20and%20Grey%20Minimalism%20DIY%20Influencer%20YouTube%20Thumbnail%20Set%20(3).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixd0lOBPI--kTqbZewMdjuvgDa7nY_jV--H0shaQnvSBHenBzrsMH3bFQiq9ObSRiqCtaskZUUbWDkatA8nZnvU5dNLE1I2Pn9UfHouIILWP9y7coB-F30DCiB-qKkfUFrCesl58i8YwWuyVvhxfXIIbz3vaBqRbVrpHR_mhD6BC_a0KWoumlJr5vdqA/s320/Tan%20and%20Grey%20Minimalism%20DIY%20Influencer%20YouTube%20Thumbnail%20Set%20(3).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I'm very supportive of the businesses who create and offer patterns for historical and vintage fashion. So when Burnley & Trowbridge announced they were seeking pattern testers for a selection of patterns they were developing, I quickly submitted my info for consideration.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJg6uO4YN5_MiHeU0d98rhqdytoLzehIdnGSjLmsiRA1kVj02BFPxqgvuP0Cl1zw1majqSXqnh9LnziuXJzVJU09Skl6VtcjDnOxVXMyK_Dt_Yb04f59kzR1PDO04PthKwJo2o0VuZPteZJPFPU3fSShGoFh1Hxkm0hI3OslyShVMCc_8N6MAwVQJLFQ/s1913/Screenshot%20(48).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="979" data-original-width="1913" height="164" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJg6uO4YN5_MiHeU0d98rhqdytoLzehIdnGSjLmsiRA1kVj02BFPxqgvuP0Cl1zw1majqSXqnh9LnziuXJzVJU09Skl6VtcjDnOxVXMyK_Dt_Yb04f59kzR1PDO04PthKwJo2o0VuZPteZJPFPU3fSShGoFh1Hxkm0hI3OslyShVMCc_8N6MAwVQJLFQ/s320/Screenshot%20(48).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://burnleyandtrowbridge.com/" target="_blank">https://burnleyandtrowbridge.com/</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">While Burnley & Trowbridge provides goods for many eras of historical fashion, they are, to me, experts in the fashion of the 18th century. My experience in that era is very limited in both quantity and quality of garments. I made an 18th century pocket, completely hand sewn. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNYd9r5oUa_QEjbDMl2t99xFdPIpAdMBauWqWSlYNFs2DYqR4DMnqv_uveb726zXvVXdA40uvgnc_ftIXiQ_bkEGmmBo84mrex6dF1-xd4_P8LbuEICOXpMohTZ__b6iNCGFOH3O7UbYYPx5sl9KsdKO4cepNzqjBl_O6dwRPyIbDiZCmL7gKI0v5TWw/s960/282841110_10229115088078749_2897188280873051618_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="593" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNYd9r5oUa_QEjbDMl2t99xFdPIpAdMBauWqWSlYNFs2DYqR4DMnqv_uveb726zXvVXdA40uvgnc_ftIXiQ_bkEGmmBo84mrex6dF1-xd4_P8LbuEICOXpMohTZ__b6iNCGFOH3O7UbYYPx5sl9KsdKO4cepNzqjBl_O6dwRPyIbDiZCmL7gKI0v5TWw/s320/282841110_10229115088078749_2897188280873051618_n.jpg" width="198" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Then I made a linen shift, pocket hoops, and stays in varying degrees of historical accuracy including machine and hand sewing.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFETw0y50dJPp5t-viF1wGg8cKIwOejgpjOKi0sRLr-2MWGLrDJthtptBAseTRddyjveldD1ubGkUX3MmYl2PPVAn9bRVR-tyGEN2bKgUFtmfieQnUtsiBkLaIEvh4YS1aOJFkr7iwPoncR1w5ss2urV1WMc6C_eOIO6uyxIjp_ZKYVO_JD52sXBuPnQ/s855/281795078_10229115090478809_2267138662778129232_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="855" data-original-width="468" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFETw0y50dJPp5t-viF1wGg8cKIwOejgpjOKi0sRLr-2MWGLrDJthtptBAseTRddyjveldD1ubGkUX3MmYl2PPVAn9bRVR-tyGEN2bKgUFtmfieQnUtsiBkLaIEvh4YS1aOJFkr7iwPoncR1w5ss2urV1WMc6C_eOIO6uyxIjp_ZKYVO_JD52sXBuPnQ/s320/281795078_10229115090478809_2267138662778129232_n.jpg" width="175" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Then a linen night cap, completely hand sewn.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiqDUVpa1J-KOIRQQLuU8BajfjIpLxDOmL1qbhgJS9k9kEKJMrXTweoSAD3EeA1LioCIvVfST9tINRloXjBSh7WOiRXDFNsMz8ekXzJuIbPoWk0vMX2dI9m-f4hyt0nWHtQs5AmPCoo8ysVXwZn83yYT0RXP8PoqtqCkqwiU1qXQflanF8n5huLXp1IA/s960/281785515_10229115089878794_7494696065522553994_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="528" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiqDUVpa1J-KOIRQQLuU8BajfjIpLxDOmL1qbhgJS9k9kEKJMrXTweoSAD3EeA1LioCIvVfST9tINRloXjBSh7WOiRXDFNsMz8ekXzJuIbPoWk0vMX2dI9m-f4hyt0nWHtQs5AmPCoo8ysVXwZn83yYT0RXP8PoqtqCkqwiU1qXQflanF8n5huLXp1IA/s320/281785515_10229115089878794_7494696065522553994_n.jpg" width="176" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And, most recently, a Habit Shirt which was 98% hand sewn and I wished I had sewn the other 2% by hand as it would have been much easier!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTUbzJeiUY3y99LzZBKlOoDV1A2lX3MDbsrEuaZxxXer9brKBfHxgQB1qfJJYRmlROdyzjkkgfLOaZq27HLaWB9arX6b29LohxX8kGOH2EjHqr7ikcyBVbhIVFWAa15gaV_oPv7gtvQvmWjErFjT3JJKNmuR9qy5HYv7qLHP9CHNvS0_O1Lht5zxwvMw/s960/282042527_10229115091878844_5256811703438557557_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="528" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTUbzJeiUY3y99LzZBKlOoDV1A2lX3MDbsrEuaZxxXer9brKBfHxgQB1qfJJYRmlROdyzjkkgfLOaZq27HLaWB9arX6b29LohxX8kGOH2EjHqr7ikcyBVbhIVFWAa15gaV_oPv7gtvQvmWjErFjT3JJKNmuR9qy5HYv7qLHP9CHNvS0_O1Lht5zxwvMw/s320/282042527_10229115091878844_5256811703438557557_n.jpg" width="176" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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In 2023 I will be continuing the 18th century wardrobe I've been planning for an October 2023 event. With that plan I was very thrilled to learn I had been accepted to test a pattern for Burnley & Trowbridge for a Wrapping Gown/Wrapper! We received our Google Docs and our due dates and I was ready to begin.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVDPSW6uJvRtD1qo4yvQ9Zl-0CJWWJZ1d4c_OrvAWb3UajKfG2EZiZ3n2jEN89KjhHo569UkmJGnYYAKKVe3s5Grqb-BImU7EJFZCm55Ypd26hvLmRyMqrCgkK8LtI_cMtL43daf_AGMirhKSeJyziJH4D9Pppuu3CR-xdVReg2iSMtqG2UZC1NZ9E2A/s1372/282008682_10229113286873720_4686932188974090830_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1372" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVDPSW6uJvRtD1qo4yvQ9Zl-0CJWWJZ1d4c_OrvAWb3UajKfG2EZiZ3n2jEN89KjhHo569UkmJGnYYAKKVe3s5Grqb-BImU7EJFZCm55Ypd26hvLmRyMqrCgkK8LtI_cMtL43daf_AGMirhKSeJyziJH4D9Pppuu3CR-xdVReg2iSMtqG2UZC1NZ9E2A/s320/282008682_10229113286873720_4686932188974090830_n.jpg" width="149" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I know many costumers who don't have a home printer or aren't really comfortable with pdf patterns. I have a blog post about printing and assembling pdf patterns and I'll share that link.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="http://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2019/08/pdf-sewing-patterns-costumers-experience.html" target="_blank">http://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2019/08/pdf-sewing-patterns-costumers-experience.html</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The Pattern</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I use my electronics until they die a natural death. And I did that with an HP printer purchased in 2011. When I replaced it this year I researched and purchased an HP Envy 6000 series which works with all my devices through wi-fi and an app. Any of my devices can print to the printer and that is what I do now with pdf patterns. It's amazing! For this pattern I print the first page to make sure I am printing to the correct scale.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuJjsUsSZT7OkoRPH-WsVw3ZZdU9wc7FkYXIS-7EZCz70cLCJkrVELAs7dcPWStaD-7yWafEsv-FQt2FwBUZsUHjsdD2R-BulSjW74-aYUPfIXg4NDfzEX40Mds0qaKYVSlSd6V9HVWr8tlRSB7VuDii6Ua-PChhodUBmBiQkQeOykPijvpntx7SP-kA/s960/281861115_10229113287193728_5403014778851535762_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="768" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuJjsUsSZT7OkoRPH-WsVw3ZZdU9wc7FkYXIS-7EZCz70cLCJkrVELAs7dcPWStaD-7yWafEsv-FQt2FwBUZsUHjsdD2R-BulSjW74-aYUPfIXg4NDfzEX40Mds0qaKYVSlSd6V9HVWr8tlRSB7VuDii6Ua-PChhodUBmBiQkQeOykPijvpntx7SP-kA/s320/281861115_10229113287193728_5403014778851535762_n.jpg" width="256" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">After checking that I will be printing correctly I print both the pattern and instructions. There are instructions for printing and assembling the pattern and the actual garment. If you have a computer in your sewing area the instructions don't need to be printed as you can just read them off the computer.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjp5a23lJPTxYvFBsLJIC8gVeLJD7BVpn7SzmRjNu4YyhoG_aNdvsDXLOMQA0t8yBzHjqK7D0fc0CysiiDQYUo6oDOHF2wSpP-0_pmW8uBcWwKj7RzOwK9GpxhvL8SCUD7MT3ZjXHEdIVhbqPcPLn5BFbsa0DOVX44kNNj70JXnETAiRyB5uOAV0gw4nw/s960/282241838_10229113287553737_4085131916999833319_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="768" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjp5a23lJPTxYvFBsLJIC8gVeLJD7BVpn7SzmRjNu4YyhoG_aNdvsDXLOMQA0t8yBzHjqK7D0fc0CysiiDQYUo6oDOHF2wSpP-0_pmW8uBcWwKj7RzOwK9GpxhvL8SCUD7MT3ZjXHEdIVhbqPcPLn5BFbsa0DOVX44kNNj70JXnETAiRyB5uOAV0gw4nw/s320/282241838_10229113287553737_4085131916999833319_n.jpg" width="256" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The pattern assembles with an overlap at the right and lower edges and those are trimmed from each of the pattern sheets.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgy9_EAJ20kqqyctynnI4YdfCS1fKEQ_6tVHEcF9Wvop_3c4CEPBl2X9OyOdQAi3ix2fdG3MyoRj_IwlM5inigxUdInszT_aF1UjLv-tLDt-BE0AbqFAIRFcxP9chZK83ngaJHbxpehNX03ymMy-sW4GBCD5Fls-iWlqrIKwc6_YwrQK-PXm7KxDeHb7w/s960/281556468_10229113288153752_532831253392460391_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgy9_EAJ20kqqyctynnI4YdfCS1fKEQ_6tVHEcF9Wvop_3c4CEPBl2X9OyOdQAi3ix2fdG3MyoRj_IwlM5inigxUdInszT_aF1UjLv-tLDt-BE0AbqFAIRFcxP9chZK83ngaJHbxpehNX03ymMy-sW4GBCD5Fls-iWlqrIKwc6_YwrQK-PXm7KxDeHb7w/s320/281556468_10229113288153752_532831253392460391_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Then the pattern is assembled. I use very minimal tape as I'm first laying out the pattern and only tape within the pattern pieces. After everything lays correctly I will add additional tape within the pattern piece. I don't tape outside the pattern piece as I will be cutting that away and can use any scrap paper for notes.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipkFkUZIoMdVKbBKq59WqFl0M57vwUnfE6iYH6EagoYuCsG_ADf8MMFn4fX6T77odZHYHLuBwxgn7UR-Dy2hds2QxjajgUYJiSasJxXUwX-Z2fHtOBcwkJNC5uzTkVq8uuXOYFO5cSQUWtPM0VH8Le7Fkro1Wv2W61oZTMFg5g_c7w6aZvNyKbsXWR_A/s960/281495242_10229113291393833_5772244537891241331_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipkFkUZIoMdVKbBKq59WqFl0M57vwUnfE6iYH6EagoYuCsG_ADf8MMFn4fX6T77odZHYHLuBwxgn7UR-Dy2hds2QxjajgUYJiSasJxXUwX-Z2fHtOBcwkJNC5uzTkVq8uuXOYFO5cSQUWtPM0VH8Le7Fkro1Wv2W61oZTMFg5g_c7w6aZvNyKbsXWR_A/s320/281495242_10229113291393833_5772244537891241331_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhclLgkucEdbi2edshuKF6s4WfsFR1C-KYJaIzjSJohf73u8_RK6kClhm-Zul9NwU9ksYEj1yEdMm6Lz_aAzq_a-kGIObYOCR4VRuG3uYV1JpgQV1F7p340yMoKe6464i9TK3zkLyQ3LEzy8lW2ALT8N8Tze4bw8HWzZAqejvEVSAH4vyX6GGWEovgMrQ/s960/281739201_10229113292753867_2179630279542927885_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhclLgkucEdbi2edshuKF6s4WfsFR1C-KYJaIzjSJohf73u8_RK6kClhm-Zul9NwU9ksYEj1yEdMm6Lz_aAzq_a-kGIObYOCR4VRuG3uYV1JpgQV1F7p340yMoKe6464i9TK3zkLyQ3LEzy8lW2ALT8N8Tze4bw8HWzZAqejvEVSAH4vyX6GGWEovgMrQ/s320/281739201_10229113292753867_2179630279542927885_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Now that I have a visual of the pattern pieces I read the instructions carefully and thoroughly. There are choices to be made regarding sleeve style, no lining, or choice of lining construction style, and I make my choices and highlight the steps that I will be using for my choices.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiv8g6PHbYZEEyM3cN9z2xvIJ8THPloL1ApRnnxmCTnLMrc9-_0Y5IX_S_Q25Kg3c5aH44068J7xaRFKfyCIX7My03kyD4YQBqrD_1mQmnWqi_mhnNZfDCYkQPpGK06zoBjsPjQNIJuaqoJf4WQC7MpsgPeKtUzWKVC02r0zjbgATVhiffwZyVTujZB0A/s960/282111784_10229113293673890_2515545810680205421_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiv8g6PHbYZEEyM3cN9z2xvIJ8THPloL1ApRnnxmCTnLMrc9-_0Y5IX_S_Q25Kg3c5aH44068J7xaRFKfyCIX7My03kyD4YQBqrD_1mQmnWqi_mhnNZfDCYkQPpGK06zoBjsPjQNIJuaqoJf4WQC7MpsgPeKtUzWKVC02r0zjbgATVhiffwZyVTujZB0A/s320/282111784_10229113293673890_2515545810680205421_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The Fabric</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Noelle of the YouTube Channel Costuming Drama included the most gorgeous blue striped silk taffeta in her #stashswap2022 swap with me.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPlBJuXJv7SfFHjHxp1L9fOlxDXM39UIYlta8n3n5z-JkADAAFCzqXqwws2qFspq-zPo8xfQitb_yiS1eUSrJNp_Au11qH9HvzgtXeHhSOTES0D-Mnb38opjwqabHSewyxVo6LmYJhz_172v2ODTWNBfP4W29es0TBMw2fRkt6kipkdzGhkWidgm857A/s960/281839205_10229113295833944_2663811211824160014_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPlBJuXJv7SfFHjHxp1L9fOlxDXM39UIYlta8n3n5z-JkADAAFCzqXqwws2qFspq-zPo8xfQitb_yiS1eUSrJNp_Au11qH9HvzgtXeHhSOTES0D-Mnb38opjwqabHSewyxVo6LmYJhz_172v2ODTWNBfP4W29es0TBMw2fRkt6kipkdzGhkWidgm857A/s320/281839205_10229113295833944_2663811211824160014_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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I still had some gold silk purchased from a friend who was leaving costuming and it seemed like a perfect lining and accent to Noelle's fabric.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXUHaG635yVJSatbZBbn8hlcxlGUEXic5WpWDBIrF_UsKmPErgkmsZBpGgDdCoCMgUZ-5q7YjOKGmG6vfVbo7GKjpUESwR4WC_q7RcVta419Zbj6REvwuVo-wKErqjUriLlHioXzKttAkc36o9droXHeFrm5wjjlOLx4y6_WVjW907G51Qj3rit1h6TQ/s960/281746930_10229113289033774_5623617729146797172_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXUHaG635yVJSatbZBbn8hlcxlGUEXic5WpWDBIrF_UsKmPErgkmsZBpGgDdCoCMgUZ-5q7YjOKGmG6vfVbo7GKjpUESwR4WC_q7RcVta419Zbj6REvwuVo-wKErqjUriLlHioXzKttAkc36o9droXHeFrm5wjjlOLx4y6_WVjW907G51Qj3rit1h6TQ/s320/281746930_10229113289033774_5623617729146797172_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The Test</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">As this wrapping gown pattern is being tested by myself and others, changes will most likely be made through the process. So I can't share detailed construction steps as those may change, but I will share a few of the highlights. I cut my pattern and followed the directions for creating the main body and lining. I traced my pattern on the fabric with chalk.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNcFQIq_DOuH9XZq7E4VEjlq1UL1xBNY9uWywLrrpM0NFXrrLq2L17wcZI-7IFG9LV0EFjvzyGkQqvs-uRfRgSDxXBqTm0qSceBQdJ8qrSBHB1k87lJP5rZZ_SyRfk8QEgY8OrEu7Pm2jdoCNKsZ93QfE9hn7s-9QaXMLtnF7HG7v0_cTqVR2yQkbj2Q/s960/280800218_10229113298674015_7748415257743163349_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNcFQIq_DOuH9XZq7E4VEjlq1UL1xBNY9uWywLrrpM0NFXrrLq2L17wcZI-7IFG9LV0EFjvzyGkQqvs-uRfRgSDxXBqTm0qSceBQdJ8qrSBHB1k87lJP5rZZ_SyRfk8QEgY8OrEu7Pm2jdoCNKsZ93QfE9hn7s-9QaXMLtnF7HG7v0_cTqVR2yQkbj2Q/s320/280800218_10229113298674015_7748415257743163349_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I cut both the stripe and gold fabrics and let them hang for a few days to allow any bias cut edges to relax.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCy3vCx6tl9I5hyKL-eqg9tlCTd2PwFlWaJxgbliiN3B4_J_kDlku4nGquPsvv5iv5JGWBkmFrzis1FT9W835qFFykO9Yz1gprkmZyMb2DscI5W8D6TzAOkYAoXci2j1YSsJUEbnaEZWl91ub7vBcewGHafzz6ItBba-o_f4hOjp9d1QNJSy1emkUxQA/s960/280713424_10229113299474035_1546767704640983485_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="528" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCy3vCx6tl9I5hyKL-eqg9tlCTd2PwFlWaJxgbliiN3B4_J_kDlku4nGquPsvv5iv5JGWBkmFrzis1FT9W835qFFykO9Yz1gprkmZyMb2DscI5W8D6TzAOkYAoXci2j1YSsJUEbnaEZWl91ub7vBcewGHafzz6ItBba-o_f4hOjp9d1QNJSy1emkUxQA/s320/280713424_10229113299474035_1546767704640983485_n.jpg" width="176" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">My fabric was not wide enough for the complete pattern but that allowed me to make a design decision. I had chosen the wide tapered sleeve. I added the necessary length to the sleeve with the gold silk which I thought would be a fun cuff illusion.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeG6GUXWk_79f24-iS4E6Py0koD2x6ZIg-98Krs8pFjxBt4V7N-jg1uHprznrevDjInm1ITGosV3Cz5M_PYQkZiaNnA3a_mB4dJ9EbklQ5tBQW8Te-z6zQbiF4zbEAjoDzeFt6mXvHFUuug_Wvr11eKRLVSh2gvJk9LJC1_oHt03zQ4_hMrL-XLl6r2g/s960/280931884_10229113300874070_8726400059586359229_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeG6GUXWk_79f24-iS4E6Py0koD2x6ZIg-98Krs8pFjxBt4V7N-jg1uHprznrevDjInm1ITGosV3Cz5M_PYQkZiaNnA3a_mB4dJ9EbklQ5tBQW8Te-z6zQbiF4zbEAjoDzeFt6mXvHFUuug_Wvr11eKRLVSh2gvJk9LJC1_oHt03zQ4_hMrL-XLl6r2g/s320/280931884_10229113300874070_8726400059586359229_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The instructions call for different stitches in different areas and I refresh myself with the Burnley & Trowbridge YouTube videos for each stitch.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTBxYZphlOYwJyVXvRHH3wmzWvgLLP9DJ99h8WQ_WZ_RxnAHGVSRdCP3CtifvijK_7F1Az76Cb7SZ7x96q28TgdGtb19cMs_DXhK8hLu9WT_zf7jq0B_SdoSZuDQpfOtoMrTi78ErPrcoFRxV552lpy1042clLLD1KD2qqW4uqA6K5Lhqkv9Z9dFrRFQ/s1912/Screenshot%20(49).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="939" data-original-width="1912" height="157" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTBxYZphlOYwJyVXvRHH3wmzWvgLLP9DJ99h8WQ_WZ_RxnAHGVSRdCP3CtifvijK_7F1Az76Cb7SZ7x96q28TgdGtb19cMs_DXhK8hLu9WT_zf7jq0B_SdoSZuDQpfOtoMrTi78ErPrcoFRxV552lpy1042clLLD1KD2qqW4uqA6K5Lhqkv9Z9dFrRFQ/s320/Screenshot%20(49).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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The pieces had been cut from both the outer and lining fabric. They are prepared by pressing under the seam allowances.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2boV0YX8jKGCDIovSyuoTkUT0jeVL-2NkL1HZ-gNr5yOKteknLnXATws3KQ3s5j_OOYSOHSayAHBOzbKom8uudrQrajN-eMrHI7mL5tc5ihiUUTqqHsmPe7alIuZQTt66avlkzZMgSAxP7LEFA1uSK2j7TRBLbcGoMTCFEgX_DTftvZyizp5OoiS0-w/s960/280750914_10229113341555087_8457956133599873478_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2boV0YX8jKGCDIovSyuoTkUT0jeVL-2NkL1HZ-gNr5yOKteknLnXATws3KQ3s5j_OOYSOHSayAHBOzbKom8uudrQrajN-eMrHI7mL5tc5ihiUUTqqHsmPe7alIuZQTt66avlkzZMgSAxP7LEFA1uSK2j7TRBLbcGoMTCFEgX_DTftvZyizp5OoiS0-w/s320/280750914_10229113341555087_8457956133599873478_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg63QeqIZtzHMjD6a3Rfbgolv5nFxtquJl4TkA_tPJsGMyGtcrD_PgiAleH7EYSN2PlyvdtgIxX85qomuA41BCarxduXPdHSmkzTEg3h35HMQwiO43ZiYkEfNCDlEZQERy3TO8dtVP3QSJj04HRY4mnQbpB7QhoDB4Y7g8xUmw2fEbaK2Y2EOU5cIkExw/s960/281570041_10229113335594938_5694192318994086275_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg63QeqIZtzHMjD6a3Rfbgolv5nFxtquJl4TkA_tPJsGMyGtcrD_PgiAleH7EYSN2PlyvdtgIxX85qomuA41BCarxduXPdHSmkzTEg3h35HMQwiO43ZiYkEfNCDlEZQERy3TO8dtVP3QSJj04HRY4mnQbpB7QhoDB4Y7g8xUmw2fEbaK2Y2EOU5cIkExw/s320/281570041_10229113335594938_5694192318994086275_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Both silk fabrics frayed badly at the neck opening. I trimmed the frayed edges and sealed them with Fray Check. I also recut the neck pieces to allow for wider seam allowances and the extra fabric needed because of the fraying. I think that next time I would seal the neck opening prior to construction.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWUqS0BG2ZPvsdG7mhv0w5HpsvZJtPLiJdkjlhhpQY09o3ncmIIcsGQrAHg3dUDnJlPL_Sg1YO7RHuoAGCXYIzDwG7NbLAjrPYMS1jAJkSlyQORbmTT7Le0O37X1bZ_oKUJuEZruoSemwu3X6MCWDlDBTWMYdqMEeEOklTU0zK1nlv_fMHC6dwjwcLjQ/s960/281881241_10229113342435109_1490123240150505816_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWUqS0BG2ZPvsdG7mhv0w5HpsvZJtPLiJdkjlhhpQY09o3ncmIIcsGQrAHg3dUDnJlPL_Sg1YO7RHuoAGCXYIzDwG7NbLAjrPYMS1jAJkSlyQORbmTT7Le0O37X1bZ_oKUJuEZruoSemwu3X6MCWDlDBTWMYdqMEeEOklTU0zK1nlv_fMHC6dwjwcLjQ/s320/281881241_10229113342435109_1490123240150505816_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Then I begin to sew with top stitches. I wasn't concerned about my wonky stitching throughout the process but find I'm very nervous about these stitches that will show. But as I sew I realize that anyone this close to my neck to see these stitches better be a very very close friend. ;)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7a6P7X0z8IU-gMhOTLKPL5t721ubqH0FTD6wzZxyYOUpt9nqLUktCjs46f-_dk3vvetZPtGXSyjAejEUILn3i4LWG5bT0WIyUufVly3cxjmhvV9WtN7459kT_L4hzL9YMM9EGVhVocpeH9O6TPTriuZTZ_pk48BdGw43nt5-H9I7EKXC6XkpTZBh2aQ/s960/282813829_10229113342795118_117386856136234264_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7a6P7X0z8IU-gMhOTLKPL5t721ubqH0FTD6wzZxyYOUpt9nqLUktCjs46f-_dk3vvetZPtGXSyjAejEUILn3i4LWG5bT0WIyUufVly3cxjmhvV9WtN7459kT_L4hzL9YMM9EGVhVocpeH9O6TPTriuZTZ_pk48BdGw43nt5-H9I7EKXC6XkpTZBh2aQ/s320/282813829_10229113342795118_117386856136234264_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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I pleat with one to keep the stripes uninterrupted at the very front of the wrapper and stitch the pleat in place.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsaBzOiOLkuaV7pgqgFeEXPGME5PRWDfzKBsyDrF9bP3505ekVFAT9yE-xC92XwxnuHo-HROQ554M_X_3rq464W1mFtJOvQ5O8hN_LYffVsguzDOXleJUZaUv0qc_sXP-z8YeVRaVcKVDFV82dc7nTv-5y_jrB-vxCi1Vr5hs--KaGo9r_cFMhVIexZA/s960/283002365_10229114995156426_5868394452645549699_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsaBzOiOLkuaV7pgqgFeEXPGME5PRWDfzKBsyDrF9bP3505ekVFAT9yE-xC92XwxnuHo-HROQ554M_X_3rq464W1mFtJOvQ5O8hN_LYffVsguzDOXleJUZaUv0qc_sXP-z8YeVRaVcKVDFV82dc7nTv-5y_jrB-vxCi1Vr5hs--KaGo9r_cFMhVIexZA/s320/283002365_10229114995156426_5868394452645549699_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Thank you, Burnley & Trowbridge for a wonderful experience and pattern! Now I have my first garment for my 18th century event in October 2023.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Hugs,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Jeanette</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Companion YouTube Video: <a href="https://youtu.be/KosXltXKI7U" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/KosXltXKI7U</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Historical Sew Monthly - 2022</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The Challenge: </b><strong style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">July: <em style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">Geometry</em>:</strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px;"> Make something with pattern pieces based on basic geometry, or that somehow incorporates geometric design elements.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #191919; font-family: Libre Baskerville, Georgia, serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 15px;">18th century garment construction was necessarily based on rectangular fabric pieces to economize on the use of fabric. This wrapper is entirely made with rectangles and minimal angles and fitted with pleating.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #191919; font-family: Libre Baskerville, Georgia, serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 15px;"><br /></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #191919; font-family: Libre Baskerville, Georgia, serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 15px;"><b>Material: </b>Silk taffeta and silk dupioni lining</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #191919; font-family: Libre Baskerville, Georgia, serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 15px;"><b>Pattern: </b>Burnley and Trowbridge 18th Century Wrapper</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #191919; font-family: Libre Baskerville, Georgia, serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 15px;"><b>Year: </b>18th c</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #191919; font-family: Libre Baskerville, Georgia, serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 15px;"><b>Notions: </b>Thread</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #191919; font-family: Libre Baskerville, Georgia, serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 15px;"><b>How historically accurate is it? </b>The construction and exterior fabric are accurate. The lining fabric is not.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #191919; font-family: Libre Baskerville, Georgia, serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 15px;"><b>Hours to complete: </b>18 hours</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #191919; font-family: Libre Baskerville, Georgia, serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 15px;"><b>First worn: </b>Sewn for a pattern test</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #191919; font-family: Libre Baskerville, Georgia, serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 15px;"><b>Total cost: </b>Approximately $200 if fabric were newly purchased but the exterior fabric was received in a stash swap.</span></span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><b><br /></b></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /> <p></p></div>Jeanettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09186764620925579101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4439815537233502652.post-72150693329335740452022-05-15T07:04:00.004-04:002022-12-29T10:40:33.304-05:00Sewing a 1930s Suit and Hat - Katharine Hepburn Style!<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggXunGPsnxTirYBBBg1CYC6mamCrjbmtE13bPs1RBOF-HU6q90NjuMDRgSnw92m4o3noky5vvNpcqmho5UYaZ96UX8uw16Czvq3Hrh7l3RXqz5NIvSCdQYE3d0SG2hjX_LnpShGcgsbqgxSQWkIDMQQCoV0c7gMErFPXZMx9wAddi2wWhcsI16dB7EPg/s1280/Tan%20and%20Grey%20Minimalism%20DIY%20Influencer%20YouTube%20Thumbnail%20Set%20(3).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggXunGPsnxTirYBBBg1CYC6mamCrjbmtE13bPs1RBOF-HU6q90NjuMDRgSnw92m4o3noky5vvNpcqmho5UYaZ96UX8uw16Czvq3Hrh7l3RXqz5NIvSCdQYE3d0SG2hjX_LnpShGcgsbqgxSQWkIDMQQCoV0c7gMErFPXZMx9wAddi2wWhcsI16dB7EPg/s320/Tan%20and%20Grey%20Minimalism%20DIY%20Influencer%20YouTube%20Thumbnail%20Set%20(3).png" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>While researching available patterns for a 1930s wardrobe for an upcoming event, I found some amazing patterns re-released from earlier patterns by the same company, reproductions by a different company, and current patterns in retro style by independent pattern designers. The options are heavenly! </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3wqgp7GHWVoOjrmHJAdj7RKPoTJXgq_5PhNCVrhfID80oO2cOOrIT6fXEYvu9_UgvZvbg85jmZl1NAw9wAnqXxQ5wJOngspuw7mSPmrWLPDbGHVtkrZwhI1tgoUgjhY3X3BOMS1zK28bkE-FNwbnH_r_r-PNwd7jorXYGXM5l3WrizRWBkxhZDUOg9Q/s960/277744295_10228814547565424_6701654847153218265_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3wqgp7GHWVoOjrmHJAdj7RKPoTJXgq_5PhNCVrhfID80oO2cOOrIT6fXEYvu9_UgvZvbg85jmZl1NAw9wAnqXxQ5wJOngspuw7mSPmrWLPDbGHVtkrZwhI1tgoUgjhY3X3BOMS1zK28bkE-FNwbnH_r_r-PNwd7jorXYGXM5l3WrizRWBkxhZDUOg9Q/s320/277744295_10228814547565424_6701654847153218265_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;">Between May 1933 and August 1933, the Butterick Pattern Company issued patterns featuring garments worn by famous actresses such as Bette Davis,<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiJMq1-tikmqPlKKQ0Q1Ba1nc_HTuFLaOlNRZ9mNjNGPqo0vsQdjT5ltN1SuwwQ2MfZUI4lBy-eNBvbc_1UGGTEungpTAYfRPAr8vxXcp68ARtS7FvTeY-_FN-AhCJ3fqfAVgIkrkiBvnNds9e_RaN2pgsQ4e-A4NwAklgcg9OrGefwKg3xay3xhVSag/s1600/BetteDavis.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1200" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiJMq1-tikmqPlKKQ0Q1Ba1nc_HTuFLaOlNRZ9mNjNGPqo0vsQdjT5ltN1SuwwQ2MfZUI4lBy-eNBvbc_1UGGTEungpTAYfRPAr8vxXcp68ARtS7FvTeY-_FN-AhCJ3fqfAVgIkrkiBvnNds9e_RaN2pgsQ4e-A4NwAklgcg9OrGefwKg3xay3xhVSag/s320/BetteDavis.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Helen Chandler,</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCmoaapksMt9hfQyD5OVq09ymbBJnAEk0CUj8fa1ZW1Cy0fZck-vdOQkussej3O3Hm3ymU56BfLfO_Tk7Zv9ZY2HAY5XnleTrLogtv9bKnNYRWS6uUcxXIkxsx4WhRuGgJQ_Apu6vD3Qk66ugwggwHeX5wePPUn5KllzHPfHeqYnBMMnfvOLtBv5UnlA/s1059/HelenChandler.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1059" data-original-width="794" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCmoaapksMt9hfQyD5OVq09ymbBJnAEk0CUj8fa1ZW1Cy0fZck-vdOQkussej3O3Hm3ymU56BfLfO_Tk7Zv9ZY2HAY5XnleTrLogtv9bKnNYRWS6uUcxXIkxsx4WhRuGgJQ_Apu6vD3Qk66ugwggwHeX5wePPUn5KllzHPfHeqYnBMMnfvOLtBv5UnlA/s320/HelenChandler.png" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">and Katharine Hepburn.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFJJx0_LlNPUQkEQ7ez5DC2sclU0EQ3Nzw2958pukjdd7isClShY06MW6hssCpiUO0ALKsLhEPloIOwsNdWLWdxAIkIcejjbgYccFrMy9oICXVeiF3nHd9Z2uavTI7a5-w6is0BFPPxVY5B-HLJtpE1_qOkkMSlRoxkqLYzZ6pbSidmCGMcSmtNbbqrg/s1372/278536980_10228891271763481_672920478349188354_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1372" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFJJx0_LlNPUQkEQ7ez5DC2sclU0EQ3Nzw2958pukjdd7isClShY06MW6hssCpiUO0ALKsLhEPloIOwsNdWLWdxAIkIcejjbgYccFrMy9oICXVeiF3nHd9Z2uavTI7a5-w6is0BFPPxVY5B-HLJtpE1_qOkkMSlRoxkqLYzZ6pbSidmCGMcSmtNbbqrg/s320/278536980_10228891271763481_672920478349188354_n.jpg" width="149" /></a></div>Details for all patterns from this project including the films where the garments were worn are available at this link:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;"><a href=" https://vintagepatterns.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Butterick_Starred" target="_blank">https://vintagepatterns.fandom.com/wiki/Category:Butterick_Starred</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Katharine Hepburn wore a stylish open-sleeved suit and pleated hat in the 1933 movie 'Christopher Strong'. The movie is available through Warner Archive, link below.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.warnerbros.com/collections/warner-archive" target="_blank">https://www.warnerbros.com/collections/warner-archive</a><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">It was also available on Amazon and that is where I purchased the DVD because I absolutely had to see this suit in action!</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjD8sdIg7inNBnXJlZfQtpq7DAjMhZuxXHsoZeWUClBDI8kS20jGU2UjW7Ixeku5YrRvDVaffUcO5IjhaYG6K8iApHC_jrmVetRUMMjZrPhxfQ-Y5VAKE5jqte2SqpBRAlq1ANgMeMG29x4n89Z0GmxAZfUOS1kKsSw9xF-M6XRY2VEvvQBkiEpfb8M3Q/s960/280631032_10229066243737671_4244046293502232727_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjD8sdIg7inNBnXJlZfQtpq7DAjMhZuxXHsoZeWUClBDI8kS20jGU2UjW7Ixeku5YrRvDVaffUcO5IjhaYG6K8iApHC_jrmVetRUMMjZrPhxfQ-Y5VAKE5jqte2SqpBRAlq1ANgMeMG29x4n89Z0GmxAZfUOS1kKsSw9xF-M6XRY2VEvvQBkiEpfb8M3Q/s320/280631032_10229066243737671_4244046293502232727_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">There are the most incredible day ensembles and evening dresses worn in this movie! It is also the movie where Katharine Hepburn wears the luna moth costume. A stunner!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2YQ-C7lETG7GMeUgA0_MowolsnsPB7G_0me3cUI7b3e3XVDFaZ_uoTQUdStFYCqOhlB2UvPF9cFZ6Mf9z57kTwyLb6vMmkYx89pUNFCNuAM0GVAjUpTlUTtx8blw5Z691QzdS_SFVwnhWEzPAPQdX9It53vWKiWTNGAFXGw5brR0C39aNK7OHncL6gw/s1920/Screenshot%20(45).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2YQ-C7lETG7GMeUgA0_MowolsnsPB7G_0me3cUI7b3e3XVDFaZ_uoTQUdStFYCqOhlB2UvPF9cFZ6Mf9z57kTwyLb6vMmkYx89pUNFCNuAM0GVAjUpTlUTtx8blw5Z691QzdS_SFVwnhWEzPAPQdX9It53vWKiWTNGAFXGw5brR0C39aNK7OHncL6gw/s320/Screenshot%20(45).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Why am I so eager to research this specific suit and hat? Because EvaDress Patterns has made the pattern available in multi-sized offerings!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg587lo5Cp2KICx1zBvuF04b0oDP2UDUayBpxzmI45DF35ZYewU0CEIiOEXYcfad7q3D-Aksv91hk-77AKcX4MROc791MIDt2azdN0uTiP9_O7bnK5VCy9NuJIXs5ddLJPtq9fo_9mpKVpOaZl3kUuphJ878dwu2vhssBxMGx3jyWxpyR26pWsZEW6gqg/s960/277788554_10228825611722021_828247780829607803_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg587lo5Cp2KICx1zBvuF04b0oDP2UDUayBpxzmI45DF35ZYewU0CEIiOEXYcfad7q3D-Aksv91hk-77AKcX4MROc791MIDt2azdN0uTiP9_O7bnK5VCy9NuJIXs5ddLJPtq9fo_9mpKVpOaZl3kUuphJ878dwu2vhssBxMGx3jyWxpyR26pWsZEW6gqg/s320/277788554_10228825611722021_828247780829607803_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.evadress.com/products/copy-of-1934-dinner-ensemble-e30-1013" target="_blank">https://www.evadress.com/products/copy-of-1934-dinner-ensemble-e30-1013</a><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I'm so excited to make this suit and hat not only for the upcoming event, but first as a wearable mock-up for the release of the new Downton Abbey film in May 2022. And what is even more of an amazing happening is that I've received a yardage of silk taffeta from Noelle of Costuming Drama in our recent #stashswap2022. Silk taffeta is one of the recommended fabrics for the jacket.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXKNxXhPFwBzwpsrpqG-SmkolflrhzlhaKcJqAm1bEwRXouK-pZxvpjKoFIigd_DRAYkPA_sHkM8OiHsJpR78Ayg8l6fygTJLFggLuAju0cFJIODh-z44riEdZBW58a1dJ40EoSGbHufPzQGT1FQCNBAwuscfaoYvUK8nwFaEp6ok3aeDtlYQKYZVWNw/s1280/279724437_10229013911749404_7182119790052692581_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXKNxXhPFwBzwpsrpqG-SmkolflrhzlhaKcJqAm1bEwRXouK-pZxvpjKoFIigd_DRAYkPA_sHkM8OiHsJpR78Ayg8l6fygTJLFggLuAju0cFJIODh-z44riEdZBW58a1dJ40EoSGbHufPzQGT1FQCNBAwuscfaoYvUK8nwFaEp6ok3aeDtlYQKYZVWNw/s320/279724437_10229013911749404_7182119790052692581_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://youtu.be/U1yT3JBEjfY" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/U1yT3JBEjfY</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2022/05/stash-swap-2022-what-i-gave-what-i-got.html" target="_blank">https://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2022/05/stash-swap-2022-what-i-gave-what-i-got.html</a><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgb5-q_QpKHhAJclG_PcXhAlrH3nDQ4qDK4EpOLCiAUJUJ0cirfkyg2uqvgzMG6q2WVIwEokv7jNQwQghZHwahEHxenrr_1jGBlfa5PK8tR7x7PwLEFaH5M0z69fKHCtzcdTSNlJH1kGOlbWL_zno0YalOCPMGObPPbB7njK-7BKGdUk6FbXyxMtJeXw/s960/277735569_10228825610441989_2012186239315621684_n%20(1).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgb5-q_QpKHhAJclG_PcXhAlrH3nDQ4qDK4EpOLCiAUJUJ0cirfkyg2uqvgzMG6q2WVIwEokv7jNQwQghZHwahEHxenrr_1jGBlfa5PK8tR7x7PwLEFaH5M0z69fKHCtzcdTSNlJH1kGOlbWL_zno0YalOCPMGObPPbB7njK-7BKGdUk6FbXyxMtJeXw/s320/277735569_10228825610441989_2012186239315621684_n%20(1).jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The stripe silk taffeta pairs beautifully with a charcoal all-season wool remnant with a very fine pattern.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiONxi2x9vnTZ4II3iXK8RTO7Fwz93vMVr-Ylzkc7mytE_Phnjr2SNXNYHPcBYYb2fjDdNwOTwLnzhGaVnMx1kZlmKpGPnKKHqhOpWl4jOBoCOSRrOk0QBBVMwyaPtSUFqvTitxmaaIW7zB7UAjtheZ5EEDddlhhqHMsX8Q4cHXCLJaGV_N9n6XoNiCA/s960/277102881_10228825610962002_5100481321843772053_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiONxi2x9vnTZ4II3iXK8RTO7Fwz93vMVr-Ylzkc7mytE_Phnjr2SNXNYHPcBYYb2fjDdNwOTwLnzhGaVnMx1kZlmKpGPnKKHqhOpWl4jOBoCOSRrOk0QBBVMwyaPtSUFqvTitxmaaIW7zB7UAjtheZ5EEDddlhhqHMsX8Q4cHXCLJaGV_N9n6XoNiCA/s320/277102881_10228825610962002_5100481321843772053_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And already thinking of accessories, those perfect touches, the fabrics are beautiful with this vintage 1930s handbag.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiL7bkulYEFNES66P8Rz1p0WFPDbYh0Em7gfNp6CceGLHs8DSrKl9FD4SV99RMkwMd3XDfY0omaioK9TKQEum0AllyQJbsQ0ZdMJ4BDkShEUlXxwaw4mCkhrAD_izEX1HRNFKGMgNOTSpSyFehFgXFuEgn0sTYrwbobMl2I0htk8mZ-P8XWuAZyoGbXEg/s960/278552171_10228891269563426_5871177710289488721_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiL7bkulYEFNES66P8Rz1p0WFPDbYh0Em7gfNp6CceGLHs8DSrKl9FD4SV99RMkwMd3XDfY0omaioK9TKQEum0AllyQJbsQ0ZdMJ4BDkShEUlXxwaw4mCkhrAD_izEX1HRNFKGMgNOTSpSyFehFgXFuEgn0sTYrwbobMl2I0htk8mZ-P8XWuAZyoGbXEg/s320/278552171_10228891269563426_5871177710289488721_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The wool yardage is going to be tight. The skirt is attached to a bodice. After measuring out all pattern pieces I decide to make both the bodice and jacket from the silk taffeta and the skirt portion and hat from the wool.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1VYM446tHmk-LQ4BdxMAbiz66jEnSt--7sz4PxfwS-98CbH16BjsRkhwRmNkA3YZrdV9rePiIgL4eFXI3rMd3qXMIt-XKkqkwsN8pv0yU28Yh1Z3xy6O-kthTuf_nO0mTqS8ScEhvk8CNuk8jdYCIwu5JZEqQEQGWx_58K79QWLLbPdlavrHNY7IlLw/s960/278143344_10228858388381417_8989468847609985341_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1VYM446tHmk-LQ4BdxMAbiz66jEnSt--7sz4PxfwS-98CbH16BjsRkhwRmNkA3YZrdV9rePiIgL4eFXI3rMd3qXMIt-XKkqkwsN8pv0yU28Yh1Z3xy6O-kthTuf_nO0mTqS8ScEhvk8CNuk8jdYCIwu5JZEqQEQGWx_58K79QWLLbPdlavrHNY7IlLw/s320/278143344_10228858388381417_8989468847609985341_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb938OF2HrQ39lqQ2mq290rF6s0LMtBWeHop8O4k_IxRQjyL0_S3DhZmRCZWB0vjOAn5z0Cx6oHIYZZ9MuTCsOoz9ayGJ59pFZabU0GojR4uf9ch18tHnLktIjO2EBKsofogony5wlC-tlIm1pNdxHN1hfg7y6bHBEr76qI_yA95KnpQDlP79tsKBWOw/s960/278153572_10228858389381442_3116296042539634766_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb938OF2HrQ39lqQ2mq290rF6s0LMtBWeHop8O4k_IxRQjyL0_S3DhZmRCZWB0vjOAn5z0Cx6oHIYZZ9MuTCsOoz9ayGJ59pFZabU0GojR4uf9ch18tHnLktIjO2EBKsofogony5wlC-tlIm1pNdxHN1hfg7y6bHBEr76qI_yA95KnpQDlP79tsKBWOw/s320/278153572_10228858389381442_3116296042539634766_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The Skirt and Bodice</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The pattern is prepared by gently removing the fold lines with a warm iron. The skirt front and back are cut from the pattern.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZhYIGrKtGUMTiwErrYvIpuRopf6yFrXoYKvUr0_5qSL1wska3vjbbZ0OUQ9csjZfImuAfEXMjlV8yJhFqHTyeXTTeFZp4vnKurcVUMIQf4cYi-ACiObsPl9dk57BA6W2svb2QxoN-kdrKAlh_UNtjWvGovDFDHx9oML43igvYHc1IkSeE29unWtRq7A/s960/279148406_10228956587236327_4255027187471238892_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZhYIGrKtGUMTiwErrYvIpuRopf6yFrXoYKvUr0_5qSL1wska3vjbbZ0OUQ9csjZfImuAfEXMjlV8yJhFqHTyeXTTeFZp4vnKurcVUMIQf4cYi-ACiObsPl9dk57BA6W2svb2QxoN-kdrKAlh_UNtjWvGovDFDHx9oML43igvYHc1IkSeE29unWtRq7A/s320/279148406_10228956587236327_4255027187471238892_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">You can see how tight I was on fabric but this selvedge will be enclosed in the hem.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeIQq_IkNaLPDoo5zrkvPjitf6y4lIWlKsMG1XLlMn-Pp4Vohh7_MIb3dSrWc_4LZb1KNQOo-fYt9JXC-XPEDb5VTm6irPLyvCfkwfuT7fu5Buwr3PlCfKV71qIvFgfKHQoVDh_MYRnuDJ_zcWF6Z786qjD5nzbLXa5lV_FzTmvD1pIRFLq0JipBWbAA/s960/279261621_10228956591356430_587607400705249973_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeIQq_IkNaLPDoo5zrkvPjitf6y4lIWlKsMG1XLlMn-Pp4Vohh7_MIb3dSrWc_4LZb1KNQOo-fYt9JXC-XPEDb5VTm6irPLyvCfkwfuT7fu5Buwr3PlCfKV71qIvFgfKHQoVDh_MYRnuDJ_zcWF6Z786qjD5nzbLXa5lV_FzTmvD1pIRFLq0JipBWbAA/s320/279261621_10228956591356430_587607400705249973_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The bodice front and back are cut from the silk taffeta.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2_m6oC2ELDdJcWg0DrLkCJf2iMJ_8rCDY6JgE0WEn4ozT8E1guuH_b9umPlld2wJgmgUr21msHOKUKJYMu4qo5eG_hJUcqQ9ZXqO1OKttUw5uf5UfdlYnD1-nwkGqmjMB_4xRAK3Ymf3pcML4Ox3BF0yTCft1kEvEMHHSLJcJWmBFQL0SYsbDmAfp_Q/s960/279082472_10228956588316354_788666596595519552_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2_m6oC2ELDdJcWg0DrLkCJf2iMJ_8rCDY6JgE0WEn4ozT8E1guuH_b9umPlld2wJgmgUr21msHOKUKJYMu4qo5eG_hJUcqQ9ZXqO1OKttUw5uf5UfdlYnD1-nwkGqmjMB_4xRAK3Ymf3pcML4Ox3BF0yTCft1kEvEMHHSLJcJWmBFQL0SYsbDmAfp_Q/s320/279082472_10228956588316354_788666596595519552_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The bodice dart markings are transferred and the darts sewn.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifWOPEWezOp64QibFJZX-pvYDv4TezNOUOEKQDzCvtemsieizJCx74AgGP3gJ41IFJJbOO98o11WFOpzvaqP9a5kWmBclOG3DPpTeusdBYnj9xkEnOZgKeFdadiddl9bP5yLrZLpCRbP8lhIJsoKFLxcVzI6UZcwf5wXY3e4LyJr3-7RF-cSIsPXA9vA/s960/279216441_10228956591836442_4606807590306873727_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifWOPEWezOp64QibFJZX-pvYDv4TezNOUOEKQDzCvtemsieizJCx74AgGP3gJ41IFJJbOO98o11WFOpzvaqP9a5kWmBclOG3DPpTeusdBYnj9xkEnOZgKeFdadiddl9bP5yLrZLpCRbP8lhIJsoKFLxcVzI6UZcwf5wXY3e4LyJr3-7RF-cSIsPXA9vA/s320/279216441_10228956591836442_4606807590306873727_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The shoulder seams are sewn and both sides sewn leaving a side opening as marked on the pattern.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjj2xp3UCIqxgNWPNWHq-VyUldPzqa93SNJ29kirqTQjJfk4WietfRfXqqPssITlCZPGsbcZ0Fs-oZXKdZuzLnaHrHGygJ1jdn9QWNENn4nzVoUofYTdgN2JroIDtDIFJU_uxOg3dqIYDUtbP74YWppf_y-XK4rZ5Jj6GnN5tDQ_Y0_yxnheM47WqiRSQ/s960/279121630_10228956592436457_9187767370021951516_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjj2xp3UCIqxgNWPNWHq-VyUldPzqa93SNJ29kirqTQjJfk4WietfRfXqqPssITlCZPGsbcZ0Fs-oZXKdZuzLnaHrHGygJ1jdn9QWNENn4nzVoUofYTdgN2JroIDtDIFJU_uxOg3dqIYDUtbP74YWppf_y-XK4rZ5Jj6GnN5tDQ_Y0_yxnheM47WqiRSQ/s320/279121630_10228956592436457_9187767370021951516_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Openings are left at the sleeve lower edge. There is also an opening left for the underarm gusset.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgM9bsOSY1qN2uWxoN5dJMN2fyhdIuwJj5BFYTerAu_xUqEkmFlyY0-ygwkkXOx2KY3Emh67gUVWYc7uFt48oOe2PZR0h60WNP6xniB75DiGXkyRF0mS9hLWQ0SN6PuggQxeivTk_HHFBwqhO3Dh_awEfe1UPrOdWmqJFwWjMfkDCd8bXSptzpy8r_F3Q/s960/280876851_10229066227217258_1167499437613911470_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgM9bsOSY1qN2uWxoN5dJMN2fyhdIuwJj5BFYTerAu_xUqEkmFlyY0-ygwkkXOx2KY3Emh67gUVWYc7uFt48oOe2PZR0h60WNP6xniB75DiGXkyRF0mS9hLWQ0SN6PuggQxeivTk_HHFBwqhO3Dh_awEfe1UPrOdWmqJFwWjMfkDCd8bXSptzpy8r_F3Q/s320/280876851_10229066227217258_1167499437613911470_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQVYbSt9Xv4Hys8NVzTfX0PBnE3F4t_HPtwvHetbvtVVjvDd9i_l15gcKnL0LTG3cr1NsrppEoS3CI60yZtDuarqDbRCQtwZNTp9fl7yjqgQHmK1P0xLSft_Tbmm0glIKJ8DYFWTLaRRlKxM0EwUJbjaZvCg9_aqnbNN7efZjonkuqMIxYznIllLsNlg/s960/280499238_10229066228017278_4442896264372542437_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQVYbSt9Xv4Hys8NVzTfX0PBnE3F4t_HPtwvHetbvtVVjvDd9i_l15gcKnL0LTG3cr1NsrppEoS3CI60yZtDuarqDbRCQtwZNTp9fl7yjqgQHmK1P0xLSft_Tbmm0glIKJ8DYFWTLaRRlKxM0EwUJbjaZvCg9_aqnbNN7efZjonkuqMIxYznIllLsNlg/s320/280499238_10229066228017278_4442896264372542437_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmx8doRowxFa4hFnoCYTL---aR9DzUoD-IMazLB7AMv_MGYJnN4BiGabswIw0ti6sBxFfpEi-7Zokpxo5ay7D_rMM8E3iTaRD26nHIhLZMbcBOGbAR9cxp6UFjUTNozRAFS-BUuyK1ohDk0jVB91pZAt1HQMSEnsJqDi0X0-PXPZY6jp0g8fRO3rfk5Q/s960/280517541_10229066229097305_7786889369138824631_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmx8doRowxFa4hFnoCYTL---aR9DzUoD-IMazLB7AMv_MGYJnN4BiGabswIw0ti6sBxFfpEi-7Zokpxo5ay7D_rMM8E3iTaRD26nHIhLZMbcBOGbAR9cxp6UFjUTNozRAFS-BUuyK1ohDk0jVB91pZAt1HQMSEnsJqDi0X0-PXPZY6jp0g8fRO3rfk5Q/s320/280517541_10229066229097305_7786889369138824631_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The shoulder is sewn only to the point where the sleeves will remain open.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7LVu6pU4-D8IHDtICsfPl6dXaiYAbcBifq6gs2U0M6AH1VyFDEQuRLSaKYJbwlNeSAzGHdgET17Cj5SOzmd2O3nhn8gD9kGJ5CfRQPaVL9_4dgEr9UG7dMSUO-4g5-BzQOX07mh3uavHoC6KfLFw8ZtVsi3CyB_gJyo2l-e3DQ4zsr9Hx3SnPBinl_Q/s960/280538745_10229066230257334_612223356323945133_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7LVu6pU4-D8IHDtICsfPl6dXaiYAbcBifq6gs2U0M6AH1VyFDEQuRLSaKYJbwlNeSAzGHdgET17Cj5SOzmd2O3nhn8gD9kGJ5CfRQPaVL9_4dgEr9UG7dMSUO-4g5-BzQOX07mh3uavHoC6KfLFw8ZtVsi3CyB_gJyo2l-e3DQ4zsr9Hx3SnPBinl_Q/s320/280538745_10229066230257334_612223356323945133_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Small hems are pressed into the jacket at the openings for the underarm gussets. The gusset is fit behind the opening and the jacket is sewn to the gusset with a topstitch.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYD9XD0en4ZffvMG8YOa7kw9ZFPhHUOq8Y9GEBVE2rF7MR_LtrY-edjIAOioocNNJ_6eVDj-e70AyF175jnrM07-DqKI3-bTi4EJfJnTUW5keAZ-gAWIK2oEqUhBq8OLjZAgcqX3fSa-zMFVN1_2Vk1JQzXb3BH96KZ5gC8rz3pl3M29VBqySoyGhqyA/s960/280522760_10229066230697345_4945296841040903124_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYD9XD0en4ZffvMG8YOa7kw9ZFPhHUOq8Y9GEBVE2rF7MR_LtrY-edjIAOioocNNJ_6eVDj-e70AyF175jnrM07-DqKI3-bTi4EJfJnTUW5keAZ-gAWIK2oEqUhBq8OLjZAgcqX3fSa-zMFVN1_2Vk1JQzXb3BH96KZ5gC8rz3pl3M29VBqySoyGhqyA/s320/280522760_10229066230697345_4945296841040903124_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidX5uWaMuIfwSBk37QqvNQSlhGdmvTiNyVf0boFbUYm8VhlBL8ebhKG5yZeX9AZznFm4S15wXHOvf1gxioeHZekVyJlmHNIn3aZ11fpSnq_Gw8TeTqB6CfQAP6w6kYJIm51OpB137Wv_aggXRwU_bKO2B-Oj-EG2_7EB7ORgpbNhsColnSug_LOzLuXw/s960/280527153_10229066231537366_2396215678891192856_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidX5uWaMuIfwSBk37QqvNQSlhGdmvTiNyVf0boFbUYm8VhlBL8ebhKG5yZeX9AZznFm4S15wXHOvf1gxioeHZekVyJlmHNIn3aZ11fpSnq_Gw8TeTqB6CfQAP6w6kYJIm51OpB137Wv_aggXRwU_bKO2B-Oj-EG2_7EB7ORgpbNhsColnSug_LOzLuXw/s320/280527153_10229066231537366_2396215678891192856_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCO8K7mj_jo4HsNVYbUeqp1lFfn-MtYMxEJBj00i0xJ5DyNOVEbo-c1jINw9lrNJ44srdATef84DuWGOE3rX6qh17ZUNmcFpIFo6wq6zHC0jC1aeZK49AdsJeGa9dkVPETcMzf33HHULwk3hUc1PnnIb7sVeVvcPeka-1n1QnaxnfruUDqfAqD2qQl8A/s960/280653091_10229066232697395_6119827800077949287_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCO8K7mj_jo4HsNVYbUeqp1lFfn-MtYMxEJBj00i0xJ5DyNOVEbo-c1jINw9lrNJ44srdATef84DuWGOE3rX6qh17ZUNmcFpIFo6wq6zHC0jC1aeZK49AdsJeGa9dkVPETcMzf33HHULwk3hUc1PnnIb7sVeVvcPeka-1n1QnaxnfruUDqfAqD2qQl8A/s320/280653091_10229066232697395_6119827800077949287_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Plackets are made and sewn into the openings at the lower edge of the sleeve and snaps sewn so that the sleeve fits tight at the wrist when worn.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaerA7b_d1vJE11lOaKo3rz52Vbt4R3LsFd9iqrN0XnbwcsurgKrbzWqCw92JgfyHYbfFO3LnpEaU1k_4wEEBKzuWgUzaFbM8juJZvcyZdUt0u9wJ0NrPVfmKNsM300WR_2qpz0UN18YuMXLJpkjhycH4ibg1uqRJeukeLNgyGS3-DZLHoeUrondFLNw/s960/280526494_10229066233577417_2737937331800347068_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaerA7b_d1vJE11lOaKo3rz52Vbt4R3LsFd9iqrN0XnbwcsurgKrbzWqCw92JgfyHYbfFO3LnpEaU1k_4wEEBKzuWgUzaFbM8juJZvcyZdUt0u9wJ0NrPVfmKNsM300WR_2qpz0UN18YuMXLJpkjhycH4ibg1uqRJeukeLNgyGS3-DZLHoeUrondFLNw/s320/280526494_10229066233577417_2737937331800347068_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The facings and seam edges are finished. Some are stitched and then pinked. Some are zigzag stitched and then pinked. The facings are sewn to the jacket.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMUU1Wj0kJ-tgEIVQhl-a3yhTKzrmUAACHF7T9bhrzlw6bf4ZLFsrid5x7ZjdrOWhTuW9NHUkUApP6s7ggqbhwfGSpL1UrPdgfsqlNL6iKTcyp7w3uBuw6GpNMCleBtG4jjn7ZiMtM9RAn9phWGFv_aRD6elVjluzpShpZR1xF1pxjHPDfU1hwS3G9nQ/s960/280820328_10229066234217433_72347276953638950_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMUU1Wj0kJ-tgEIVQhl-a3yhTKzrmUAACHF7T9bhrzlw6bf4ZLFsrid5x7ZjdrOWhTuW9NHUkUApP6s7ggqbhwfGSpL1UrPdgfsqlNL6iKTcyp7w3uBuw6GpNMCleBtG4jjn7ZiMtM9RAn9phWGFv_aRD6elVjluzpShpZR1xF1pxjHPDfU1hwS3G9nQ/s320/280820328_10229066234217433_72347276953638950_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzJNBdXm1ysuMuxT-62Qty5eJza7OPoEib6LySYH42_x12mNgIzAw8WU3v75OYQAJXN2yDl0FU3kiUq7u-OuHd93MzEOHNuHY6kxT0HS-HoB2pGA79hJt2ehMcxFB3eIlxA4mvhMrlKCEd2XCx0SkyV4qYY6I-Qg52-lcYVEqhbW85Pvn8PVmctGNsvw/s960/280648027_10229066234537441_9158539935661203861_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzJNBdXm1ysuMuxT-62Qty5eJza7OPoEib6LySYH42_x12mNgIzAw8WU3v75OYQAJXN2yDl0FU3kiUq7u-OuHd93MzEOHNuHY6kxT0HS-HoB2pGA79hJt2ehMcxFB3eIlxA4mvhMrlKCEd2XCx0SkyV4qYY6I-Qg52-lcYVEqhbW85Pvn8PVmctGNsvw/s320/280648027_10229066234537441_9158539935661203861_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFhohIk1y3tfFeAgfMqsktbd8PdUwN6VvBQ8iTMj_picKF7_jabRfTdeZJEOthq0V0l-6qu9ohwoLEDeVGnnU-BBz_yzGFH2uvIB6j2SRP4m92hurU8B87B7aOZL33yCOaVXhqQ4D2ZLhTmrU74lm1WpfVccXbn7WZXH2GhsoUfa7V3rHoDTAgj2UQhQ/s960/280504015_10229066235057454_4411063116379412731_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFhohIk1y3tfFeAgfMqsktbd8PdUwN6VvBQ8iTMj_picKF7_jabRfTdeZJEOthq0V0l-6qu9ohwoLEDeVGnnU-BBz_yzGFH2uvIB6j2SRP4m92hurU8B87B7aOZL33yCOaVXhqQ4D2ZLhTmrU74lm1WpfVccXbn7WZXH2GhsoUfa7V3rHoDTAgj2UQhQ/s320/280504015_10229066235057454_4411063116379412731_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I've sewn a small hem in the sleeve opening facing since that might be visible when worn.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj75JxD_Vklpw1tksOiDsKgxpRPnwjYR99QjAhztr5Qz38uAbauYVg5zwZItuSl5_khra6wTjHygcwUI5XLBN1yEieTB1Y3Bi4e20COeSRBORK7uwZ4rqM0R82bOhBpdBmwz95TyLUpaEPQ8EQ3IWEo2oWH31CzMSCkZBEYR-NkmiOa4PU1nSdf7phCew/s960/280503372_10229066236617493_3781002711743151885_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj75JxD_Vklpw1tksOiDsKgxpRPnwjYR99QjAhztr5Qz38uAbauYVg5zwZItuSl5_khra6wTjHygcwUI5XLBN1yEieTB1Y3Bi4e20COeSRBORK7uwZ4rqM0R82bOhBpdBmwz95TyLUpaEPQ8EQ3IWEo2oWH31CzMSCkZBEYR-NkmiOa4PU1nSdf7phCew/s320/280503372_10229066236617493_3781002711743151885_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxDh-C-B6FQQbZPX69wXSxTglDakPnHpPlm7ErjkIqIDgBNdQIJNS6bhZr1x3A2DjwW_Nn8KYjxw4bVOxZOQVc-tOTY30hFsLBa4cGgNJ5TJ48rByq309mBXFy4LKGXgFZfBXb1tv32pktLyiePqAr7YjPCBlnIInm_SIFLa8iLuvC7t-YGaF53ygZbQ/s960/280499777_10229066235897475_8584740384382226748_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxDh-C-B6FQQbZPX69wXSxTglDakPnHpPlm7ErjkIqIDgBNdQIJNS6bhZr1x3A2DjwW_Nn8KYjxw4bVOxZOQVc-tOTY30hFsLBa4cGgNJ5TJ48rByq309mBXFy4LKGXgFZfBXb1tv32pktLyiePqAr7YjPCBlnIInm_SIFLa8iLuvC7t-YGaF53ygZbQ/s320/280499777_10229066235897475_8584740384382226748_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I've chalk marked where the buttons will be on the jacket as well as the center fronts. I had thought the dips at the lower front edge of the jacket were to match the dip in the skirt but after marking the center fronts I learned that the dip is created by the overlap of the jacket fronts.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifsJmvhiOA5XViMVtlQ6HDpWrlMh4ZbNSwxIQD79gzmtzrSSDfL8LwUTs9wUZ5LFrZqoWeQ-PHLLZ6pJ-3yg5WvK_e5M-MV_2sF2tsQeG4mRvFDX65TT1Y2qbvVJluPA8RrQO0bELfRULdKzBKNy82-4zniZ3ZkYVCkGqZrf-Z2KGAmXbDdarbEmXfyA/s960/280535806_10229066237017503_4516040960191950141_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifsJmvhiOA5XViMVtlQ6HDpWrlMh4ZbNSwxIQD79gzmtzrSSDfL8LwUTs9wUZ5LFrZqoWeQ-PHLLZ6pJ-3yg5WvK_e5M-MV_2sF2tsQeG4mRvFDX65TT1Y2qbvVJluPA8RrQO0bELfRULdKzBKNy82-4zniZ3ZkYVCkGqZrf-Z2KGAmXbDdarbEmXfyA/s320/280535806_10229066237017503_4516040960191950141_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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I was concerned that my buttons were too large as they are larger than the pattern specifies but I think they give the same impression as the buttons on the jacket in the movie.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoS8D4V5Lvz0jrImK5cETsFz59PNla3zq4WPt7emtxkjlnKLS8e5flCrYaZn8wF_KZxmHUNWza7H5gONsdi8IDrnyjof610mQ_xPIyDJPE0Obz7StawcX8caYeLw5KB9Qm5gb5BV32gEdwpoP3b1_DC5379770SXvrlZZ0fqZjGZS3fEKDrh5b3mpHSQ/s960/279140158_10228939945660298_3605497215298889774_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoS8D4V5Lvz0jrImK5cETsFz59PNla3zq4WPt7emtxkjlnKLS8e5flCrYaZn8wF_KZxmHUNWza7H5gONsdi8IDrnyjof610mQ_xPIyDJPE0Obz7StawcX8caYeLw5KB9Qm5gb5BV32gEdwpoP3b1_DC5379770SXvrlZZ0fqZjGZS3fEKDrh5b3mpHSQ/s320/279140158_10228939945660298_3605497215298889774_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsRdeaW5R470e4CX3dID1qBddvUi9uavaeiw6ydPI-YQSHKlGPqA7L-mRK2XTeMHpAsFKBq2wMx1XfZRH6cwR0a5xre7tFaL2f00HQiF0kKcjhSGcyGoJhhhUsgTIV1CRPNgaZzfBBEmNVTZtv0ZX14V4Nspl4U7vupR9kqHV-F85oZGjLbgsj6Ds_QA/s1920/Screenshot%20(44).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsRdeaW5R470e4CX3dID1qBddvUi9uavaeiw6ydPI-YQSHKlGPqA7L-mRK2XTeMHpAsFKBq2wMx1XfZRH6cwR0a5xre7tFaL2f00HQiF0kKcjhSGcyGoJhhhUsgTIV1CRPNgaZzfBBEmNVTZtv0ZX14V4Nspl4U7vupR9kqHV-F85oZGjLbgsj6Ds_QA/s320/Screenshot%20(44).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The pattern gives great instructions for bound buttonholes which are fabulous but time consuming for me, so I make buttonholes by machine.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJOFN0QCj43wMSJRYuKQ_TrFAnwXfsn9iCj67vPilYDD7EXrYKTOPjqu72-mKzcKwq6sOo2Og1DMk9NwobSVXNCsWYy55PEoattqV8VOqlfsk2PGYkf76fzbRdN80m6IZjmuKqf7aMH5Th8yKOjmUJU41TbiA2WzJ6xphbEisG1kMnKjo6JhgOmUAXMA/s960/280593427_10229066240657594_2595904314976284792_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJOFN0QCj43wMSJRYuKQ_TrFAnwXfsn9iCj67vPilYDD7EXrYKTOPjqu72-mKzcKwq6sOo2Og1DMk9NwobSVXNCsWYy55PEoattqV8VOqlfsk2PGYkf76fzbRdN80m6IZjmuKqf7aMH5Th8yKOjmUJU41TbiA2WzJ6xphbEisG1kMnKjo6JhgOmUAXMA/s320/280593427_10229066240657594_2595904314976284792_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The last part of the jacket is the scarf. I chose to line the scarf with the same silk. The center back seams are sewn, the lining sewn to the front with an opening left to turn the scarf right side out. The edges are trimmed, clipped and notched, the scarf turned, and the opening sewn closed.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAmWcGys7nQex9683EnLs-Jp_hRnwofbBA7Kae-Z-038b7pK9cyrZvc1HLKPnifGMAnx5to8gRPOFgJNy9dxL0vaArVffN-cYi228-RDZTjRcbWiyy_K40at-G93SFJsWY3TFNu6daafHCQoWzIPoxa56-yEYQ8K4w4NYmkkECCgKZjfEbsbAuZMeI7A/s960/280550129_10229066219857074_6911735634365979486_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAmWcGys7nQex9683EnLs-Jp_hRnwofbBA7Kae-Z-038b7pK9cyrZvc1HLKPnifGMAnx5to8gRPOFgJNy9dxL0vaArVffN-cYi228-RDZTjRcbWiyy_K40at-G93SFJsWY3TFNu6daafHCQoWzIPoxa56-yEYQ8K4w4NYmkkECCgKZjfEbsbAuZMeI7A/s320/280550129_10229066219857074_6911735634365979486_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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If you have followed me you know I usually make the hat first. And I just love this hat!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYkKEl8-8VcTeYZDhXIGb5hdneMB3R2DpHAjujPM4PdVZK4MZTXdz0imF4AaBL0FPeW7wlrygHVU_NNW4Rah2Tmy0cZjCVZSpsG0uydEETc0cU5xyON_wFdOcPdlI3AEpSlWURQPij9i9TVfXchsURIj2yVxQ9xU_tmGdj5zOarag_8I_l8hHWdmAbpQ/s1920/Screenshot%20(42).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYkKEl8-8VcTeYZDhXIGb5hdneMB3R2DpHAjujPM4PdVZK4MZTXdz0imF4AaBL0FPeW7wlrygHVU_NNW4Rah2Tmy0cZjCVZSpsG0uydEETc0cU5xyON_wFdOcPdlI3AEpSlWURQPij9i9TVfXchsURIj2yVxQ9xU_tmGdj5zOarag_8I_l8hHWdmAbpQ/s320/Screenshot%20(42).png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrMfBtDd2pQYO1XZcMaUVhYDkd-R9krbmwFTkskl1HFi7S_qPdkfLsmYqmpvTuFwmTOf95m3F-qKwhSUdRLS6r5zKRd0ovXvzOa2ydlq-Aa5hLHJ--R5Z__KrgSW7azdarAjSKsR7fJRH7vJNwKfcdW72JokjrNRTjSkguu3GprRTs9qT0z_adRxTksQ/s960/279013747_10228939950780426_6880386399286917409_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrMfBtDd2pQYO1XZcMaUVhYDkd-R9krbmwFTkskl1HFi7S_qPdkfLsmYqmpvTuFwmTOf95m3F-qKwhSUdRLS6r5zKRd0ovXvzOa2ydlq-Aa5hLHJ--R5Z__KrgSW7azdarAjSKsR7fJRH7vJNwKfcdW72JokjrNRTjSkguu3GprRTs9qT0z_adRxTksQ/s320/279013747_10228939950780426_6880386399286917409_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The components are a crown, a brim, and a length of petersham or grosgrain. I cut the hat from the charcoal wool and make the marks for the pleats for both the crown and the brim.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXEHUVJrAoOEo4UpouwJN_JjhByi1Z9FV65rcO6T2XPmHHnmrsvBp--QuV92WgGHQAE2GRhlA9MO_xUHqvQQDh7tFvTDCJ2hvpV74h5my8pAo1et0h1V-cznTEAtkfjB2lyaRcoxDitwy3jeb-Sx0ea6lzAIJ4ggQwzEqvUosYxZesYh02jKRp385qZw/s960/279016920_10228939944060258_7765375399357070180_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXEHUVJrAoOEo4UpouwJN_JjhByi1Z9FV65rcO6T2XPmHHnmrsvBp--QuV92WgGHQAE2GRhlA9MO_xUHqvQQDh7tFvTDCJ2hvpV74h5my8pAo1et0h1V-cznTEAtkfjB2lyaRcoxDitwy3jeb-Sx0ea6lzAIJ4ggQwzEqvUosYxZesYh02jKRp385qZw/s320/279016920_10228939944060258_7765375399357070180_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">While grocery shopping I discovered a trail mix developed in Detroit in 1933. Seemed perfect for a photoshoot with a 1933 suit and hat. Katharine Hepburn would approve, I think!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNuYZS-QzU5e_nwTOVB0CNu0sMAeO0OpQAdYaKgQN0jbwqyExpy91q4PKj09Uds04PRucT4CsB0uHphUM5g9rcsLX-E57lUUKRtzQOjIuFTcXnuHRFfZe9-d2Yn9XioQSfstPMSF_WW1ATFORym_dJkUXbsHH65WneOTvmWczZYpsXdX7kbMSY0q0AQQ/s960/279589944_10228987809576866_8872677240598169831_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNuYZS-QzU5e_nwTOVB0CNu0sMAeO0OpQAdYaKgQN0jbwqyExpy91q4PKj09Uds04PRucT4CsB0uHphUM5g9rcsLX-E57lUUKRtzQOjIuFTcXnuHRFfZe9-d2Yn9XioQSfstPMSF_WW1ATFORym_dJkUXbsHH65WneOTvmWczZYpsXdX7kbMSY0q0AQQ/s320/279589944_10228987809576866_8872677240598169831_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Time for the underthings and perfect touches for this 1933 suit and hat.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7ixlhj3eSlD_q2I_mjzLvtO65zPGF-RDkw9uJ074EeMmeSum-zRfaQoj5PfOJEj0O9fgFXMRBq3u3Sd-TfMTz4nsGf3CJS4kqQGMHkD1t9GszGy6Aomm3cRgi1sLX1APspKVBfJE_OmEKvC_MsmU70AsrSp21DgpDBq6KYRyr2_OcnfvnYeF0U4BwiQ/s960/281085792_10229076948405281_1260336996366010915_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7ixlhj3eSlD_q2I_mjzLvtO65zPGF-RDkw9uJ074EeMmeSum-zRfaQoj5PfOJEj0O9fgFXMRBq3u3Sd-TfMTz4nsGf3CJS4kqQGMHkD1t9GszGy6Aomm3cRgi1sLX1APspKVBfJE_OmEKvC_MsmU70AsrSp21DgpDBq6KYRyr2_OcnfvnYeF0U4BwiQ/s320/281085792_10229076948405281_1260336996366010915_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiHh4iX5cfNEcsuX1qR0umqalyfB5EdeFf0BRUB9-bEMm8WAXmuf6_4jOEeUI2P5wL4w-R7UqE3GFQ3z2WwoxOYHVF-KUVf_H7AiA6WQxAxoA59Bfl8xT1NZ8C9Gi26y7fWZEiWls_kBWGAg-hq01wq3q8_u4QIz3ObqLH_lU2u1Jwiarzx6mEdHuHAg/s960/280950874_10229076949205301_2794626123421270451_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiHh4iX5cfNEcsuX1qR0umqalyfB5EdeFf0BRUB9-bEMm8WAXmuf6_4jOEeUI2P5wL4w-R7UqE3GFQ3z2WwoxOYHVF-KUVf_H7AiA6WQxAxoA59Bfl8xT1NZ8C9Gi26y7fWZEiWls_kBWGAg-hq01wq3q8_u4QIz3ObqLH_lU2u1Jwiarzx6mEdHuHAg/s320/280950874_10229076949205301_2794626123421270451_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Body Briefer in Mocha/Black by Rago Shapewear Vintage Collection. Link below:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://ragoshapewear.com/collections/vintage" target="_blank">https://ragoshapewear.com/collections/vintage</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Seamed stockings.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFMc2qGr-xPKMwRMUdGMTRyktSFj2ZHQGX5mrpJ_-T0PplbX9fmV_EJzrV8mNW2PAjBV-jbQ5OyCjEaNejbB8I3TNDJlRPYJQk88FVG2DEKXMcq8EI09BoO6a-YUBnIW7PplyrkQ57SoGN0qUIEstSOAjFKSbGq3nfSFYZ5AMKd08uolEh80rulmRihQ/s960/280938880_10229076950485333_8791101317735282843_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFMc2qGr-xPKMwRMUdGMTRyktSFj2ZHQGX5mrpJ_-T0PplbX9fmV_EJzrV8mNW2PAjBV-jbQ5OyCjEaNejbB8I3TNDJlRPYJQk88FVG2DEKXMcq8EI09BoO6a-YUBnIW7PplyrkQ57SoGN0qUIEstSOAjFKSbGq3nfSFYZ5AMKd08uolEh80rulmRihQ/s320/280938880_10229076950485333_8791101317735282843_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Hugs,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Jeanette</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Companion YouTube Video: <a href="https://youtu.be/NFV_C8LA1wo" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/NFV_C8LA1wo</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Historical Sew Monthly - 2022</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The Challenge: </b><strong style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">August: <em style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">As Seen On Screen</em>:</strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px;"> Make something inspired by something you’ve seen on screen, whether it’s film, TV, or YouTube.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px;">This suit, worn by Katharine Hepburn in the 1933 movie Christopher Strong, was produced in a pattern by the Butterick Pattern Company for their Starred pattern series shortly after the movies were released.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px;"><b>Material: </b>Silk taffeta, wool suiting</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #191919; font-family: Libre Baskerville, Georgia, serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 15px;"><b>Pattern: </b>EvaDress Patterns - A Katharine Hepburn Frock</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #191919; font-family: Libre Baskerville, Georgia, serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 15px;"><b>Year: </b>1933</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #191919; font-family: Libre Baskerville, Georgia, serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 15px;"><b>Notions: </b>Button blanks for covering, snaps</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #191919; font-family: Libre Baskerville, Georgia, serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 15px;"><b>How historically accurate is it? </b>Reproduction pattern of an original.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #191919; font-family: Libre Baskerville, Georgia, serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 15px;"><b>Hours to complete: </b>12 hours</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #191919; font-family: Libre Baskerville, Georgia, serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 15px;"><b>First worn: </b>For photos</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #191919; font-family: Libre Baskerville, Georgia, serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 15px;"><b>Total cost: </b>Approximately $80 if fabric were purchased today but the jacket and bodice silk taffeta were received in a stash swap.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiF_A26dO8DiljBFF6cj70lGUJbUWIMSLdspsHfb_P1J61QdMUHsx4nCNP_ga9tVP0isDCcnN3U3QFWOWGWvV5xUnQA25jlwc5Hd9FJqvz849WvBfNj-rXvI-PINteTuMyQiNE3aFUQkpiu3m2Y4ZJgEQoe72qn0ZJ3Luwdauc9OK3T0AkT2aNC2GmkJw/s960/247352774_10227857046668500_7793023664695410308_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiF_A26dO8DiljBFF6cj70lGUJbUWIMSLdspsHfb_P1J61QdMUHsx4nCNP_ga9tVP0isDCcnN3U3QFWOWGWvV5xUnQA25jlwc5Hd9FJqvz849WvBfNj-rXvI-PINteTuMyQiNE3aFUQkpiu3m2Y4ZJgEQoe72qn0ZJ3Luwdauc9OK3T0AkT2aNC2GmkJw/s960/247352774_10227857046668500_7793023664695410308_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div></div><br />Jeanettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09186764620925579101noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4439815537233502652.post-74158495296122608022022-05-08T09:41:00.002-04:002022-05-08T09:41:52.163-04:00Stash Swap 2022 - What I Gave, What I Got #stashswap2022<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNUZxBDzWATSm8LA8rdpA2kHKZa2i9TOKyeLp8SWmDwS1jhBbwi5HDeTKWE_LHKKoloCFR5eyVYjV-u2BatzLiysQNToicQNL60t579-6zFN41WIGzs4sfqx3jXSoXDjaVS-uk2cA4wg_mAYllhOI3bN8ERhWn1dLwYiNabd4T6LItSwIMLfeGppblWQ/s1280/Tan%20and%20Grey%20Minimalism%20DIY%20Influencer%20YouTube%20Thumbnail%20Set%20(3).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNUZxBDzWATSm8LA8rdpA2kHKZa2i9TOKyeLp8SWmDwS1jhBbwi5HDeTKWE_LHKKoloCFR5eyVYjV-u2BatzLiysQNToicQNL60t579-6zFN41WIGzs4sfqx3jXSoXDjaVS-uk2cA4wg_mAYllhOI3bN8ERhWn1dLwYiNabd4T6LItSwIMLfeGppblWQ/s320/Tan%20and%20Grey%20Minimalism%20DIY%20Influencer%20YouTube%20Thumbnail%20Set%20(3).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">While I've seen costumers participate in stash swaps I've never taken part. And for only one reason, I don't keep a lot of fabric stash. Not because I don't want to, but only because I don't live near any incredible fabric outlets or districts. In fact, most everything I find is online shopping or in online costumers destash groups. But I did have one very special fabric I had purchased in May 2007. It was part of a collection of three fabrics and I had a particular project in mind when I purchased it.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgod8H_mxTdeoQGyrgA4ST0fpcg2wVOewrcTXtx0MvQt2O1j2nnx40GECt_iTf4TwXEhJtS70i2nCMgh8IGGCuBR7Ok3MYx0ZBiYgy-2n8QUfOXLvF5dVTmb_k8UNPkBs1Frg6UScaVnicVpipbUfJA1IbeBriAuheksJNy7UItgzp6zlqoNl8NS-YpWA/s641/279848129_10229013893348944_6680865118695640796_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="641" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgod8H_mxTdeoQGyrgA4ST0fpcg2wVOewrcTXtx0MvQt2O1j2nnx40GECt_iTf4TwXEhJtS70i2nCMgh8IGGCuBR7Ok3MYx0ZBiYgy-2n8QUfOXLvF5dVTmb_k8UNPkBs1Frg6UScaVnicVpipbUfJA1IbeBriAuheksJNy7UItgzp6zlqoNl8NS-YpWA/s320/279848129_10229013893348944_6680865118695640796_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">But that event and project didn't happen. In November 2015 I used two of the fabrics for a different project inspired by a Harper's Bazar fashionplate from the Victorian Natural Form Era.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeRzpFfvEbM_OaP4MXkUkSEaOM3szTTkjgX2AjdtOt399LoLupyEkkRf67xjMcEKkk0sn5Ywprr-Jl4ad5v99vJMUfTzX5-0h_iRWqCXwGHWRlxMBfBzWiZ2xvZyfAoAIDiPA_cPINXHozJWlvR_PAqnMqvMBQcoGjUOwq090_Qn5dlHq_Fvv7iUq2dQ/s640/HPIM2566.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="252" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeRzpFfvEbM_OaP4MXkUkSEaOM3szTTkjgX2AjdtOt399LoLupyEkkRf67xjMcEKkk0sn5Ywprr-Jl4ad5v99vJMUfTzX5-0h_iRWqCXwGHWRlxMBfBzWiZ2xvZyfAoAIDiPA_cPINXHozJWlvR_PAqnMqvMBQcoGjUOwq090_Qn5dlHq_Fvv7iUq2dQ/s320/HPIM2566.JPG" width="126" /></a></div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbZEe1dQl9jbEC7zLMYlg0VR_ElxCiddU_HKfux2zJPIcY6eS6p_Xki7IN8FMPqh_0wXNdpdsdJEwUPTx6rpjmxz35KCFWfquC4kLpeqDwfExp2XMKmw5BRz1yQ0wXBbqgdU-KxgG351BLNkIoShMvTnW09eX31UWoOoVdmBRRuu2AyS5PdJQS3e3mHg/s1363/001.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1363" data-original-width="984" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbZEe1dQl9jbEC7zLMYlg0VR_ElxCiddU_HKfux2zJPIcY6eS6p_Xki7IN8FMPqh_0wXNdpdsdJEwUPTx6rpjmxz35KCFWfquC4kLpeqDwfExp2XMKmw5BRz1yQ0wXBbqgdU-KxgG351BLNkIoShMvTnW09eX31UWoOoVdmBRRuu2AyS5PdJQS3e3mHg/s320/001.jpg" width="231" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I kept the remaining fabric on the roll and protected it these past fifteen years. So when Annabelle of Horizen Cosplay announced a Stash Swap I was thrilled and filled out the form choosing the Send AND Receive option.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpgS6s2I1cljwmYlc0yrb4X48mudWe0XEw0IUfXJK0m66llCyl-Aqv_Z4PYBFfhs_4JmSM_X94wL237fPOWJ9w2qgGCbVnPQMRPhKbc6jRuoph7M1cfBYGVc1WhGbWD_eH_SfNfXgqcL-Bcww8HqBnef9347VWthQcV0IqP0Z664Z00htioLt3SFspWw/s1575/Screenshot%20(32).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="865" data-original-width="1575" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpgS6s2I1cljwmYlc0yrb4X48mudWe0XEw0IUfXJK0m66llCyl-Aqv_Z4PYBFfhs_4JmSM_X94wL237fPOWJ9w2qgGCbVnPQMRPhKbc6jRuoph7M1cfBYGVc1WhGbWD_eH_SfNfXgqcL-Bcww8HqBnef9347VWthQcV0IqP0Z664Z00htioLt3SFspWw/s320/Screenshot%20(32).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/HorizenCosplay" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/HorizenCosplay</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">To save shipping costs for all costumer's participating in the #stashswap2022, Annabelle matched swappers by proximity. I felt so fortunate to be paired with Megan of ClusterFrock. I watched her videos and just knew that she could turn my beautiful fabric into an extraordinary creation.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWAwniDylm4f98RTvu3fPcJ3krX-mjTa2OrJMhjdt0VFS7whKzptMM8rzOCARRszykQgql-PnpaBoDiORHezWaVE5t8ztiwNe08_tf0CWe_wubOWs1vZJs97WFtkujuLdXGOapB-II3n0YXiO5pR1CCJN5feTYaNPXgkaIZBXGECWCrUDmEWiHAlL10g/s1575/Screenshot%20(33).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="858" data-original-width="1575" height="174" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWAwniDylm4f98RTvu3fPcJ3krX-mjTa2OrJMhjdt0VFS7whKzptMM8rzOCARRszykQgql-PnpaBoDiORHezWaVE5t8ztiwNe08_tf0CWe_wubOWs1vZJs97WFtkujuLdXGOapB-II3n0YXiO5pR1CCJN5feTYaNPXgkaIZBXGECWCrUDmEWiHAlL10g/s320/Screenshot%20(33).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/ClusterFrock" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/ClusterFrock</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I removed the seven yards of embroidered silk from the roll and said my final good-byes.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrkppmcFTLe41lU3bOeSllQHyiOLspclTkvTzM0LIpju4I9DIVZpYUJVP1eWtU6fwepU5eTBviA58iVD-nE9QueohfChm8359kTM616urTj0JUDPxqIwFqxUXxxe3TdY7F1O5wgcjeP8Fbhg3GV9xBUzSp709DOmP_AemcrN9SfzpY_oJH2dTtHgPShA/s960/279048557_10228939942740225_1425060421558467818_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrkppmcFTLe41lU3bOeSllQHyiOLspclTkvTzM0LIpju4I9DIVZpYUJVP1eWtU6fwepU5eTBviA58iVD-nE9QueohfChm8359kTM616urTj0JUDPxqIwFqxUXxxe3TdY7F1O5wgcjeP8Fbhg3GV9xBUzSp709DOmP_AemcrN9SfzpY_oJH2dTtHgPShA/s320/279048557_10228939942740225_1425060421558467818_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgInxZBvKH_S-6QRAKCKTNmQpLjnG53o50o1Xy1X2OEN21RtyajWPf63GL_UB8nKzPJk1r-gZe0vBtSklWdFs1rUZh2D87xXy2Bxa6z78B82OTVj9fO12nqNOscXUW7kMDNnJh8qxu5ZfObTNVhB9N82shX9_AJqlAhL5q1jg7lwfivSWQC_mmN4UkeFg/s960/279035464_10228939942420217_8346698481811103246_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgInxZBvKH_S-6QRAKCKTNmQpLjnG53o50o1Xy1X2OEN21RtyajWPf63GL_UB8nKzPJk1r-gZe0vBtSklWdFs1rUZh2D87xXy2Bxa6z78B82OTVj9fO12nqNOscXUW7kMDNnJh8qxu5ZfObTNVhB9N82shX9_AJqlAhL5q1jg7lwfivSWQC_mmN4UkeFg/s320/279035464_10228939942420217_8346698481811103246_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I gathered some coordinating trims...</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I hope you enjoy this box of goodies, Megan!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>A Bonus Stash Swap Partner!</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">There was an uneven number of participants in the United States and the remaining participant did not want to swap. She wanted to Send Only and with a roll of the dice I was to be the lucky recipient of a stash package from Noelle of Costuming Drama. What wonderful luck!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidmkVFVP3r1IfdR5WnY7P1qEABolloBIZo82LXmuNldgxOi6hDSOZ90AIqUii-fmmtbq821_kiC2Wv3tAyrK6MkT-xeLzszOuYW2NXmUzvj_Xi0_jXOATxtW70g5DeRmUfzDi3s6Mo_4MudyECMmJtUb0DjzKngeHPRGtU6JqCTzZu1vuQNoFzOBajIw/s1578/Screenshot%20(37).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="865" data-original-width="1578" height="175" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidmkVFVP3r1IfdR5WnY7P1qEABolloBIZo82LXmuNldgxOi6hDSOZ90AIqUii-fmmtbq821_kiC2Wv3tAyrK6MkT-xeLzszOuYW2NXmUzvj_Xi0_jXOATxtW70g5DeRmUfzDi3s6Mo_4MudyECMmJtUb0DjzKngeHPRGtU6JqCTzZu1vuQNoFzOBajIw/s320/Screenshot%20(37).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/CostumingDramaLlama" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/c/CostumingDramaLlama</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I had watched one of Noelle's recent videos and knew she had an amazing fabric collection. I had also recently come across one of her Instagram posts where she was taking a fan-making class from Lynn McMasters from Out of a Portrait. Lynn and I had worked together in 2019 when I received permission from her and also purchased supplies from her for a class I was teaching on the east coast. It happened that one of the weekend attendees dropped out at the last minute and I had one extra kit of black and natural fan sticks with the black and white leaf for an Edwardian fan. As it was a Victorian Valentine </div>Weekend, for lovers of all things Victorian, I asked Lynn to fit the fansticks with ruby rondelles with special hardware. Noelle did not want to receive anything in the swap but against her wishes I packed up the leaf and fansticks and shipped them to her. Enjoy, Noelle!!<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWRgFcoUI8t4j7rPc55zM7ngCNHUWE7zCJsPoIYFBFZcL00imrUWlwb6jJlnm3z8ZtgQXXBgL1caIt8RUnXsoNXddoIzawDA5xdVvdmS829nMmYEiMtfg7KIT8vpEEn6Jej3adwOt5hqO5rAvxa7WBG2AUlPnjQIQfNVfsyzTmvKsyFxTXnqKq9Y1g3A/s1080/278174335_10228858680868729_4406605977744307422_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="810" data-original-width="1080" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWRgFcoUI8t4j7rPc55zM7ngCNHUWE7zCJsPoIYFBFZcL00imrUWlwb6jJlnm3z8ZtgQXXBgL1caIt8RUnXsoNXddoIzawDA5xdVvdmS829nMmYEiMtfg7KIT8vpEEn6Jej3adwOt5hqO5rAvxa7WBG2AUlPnjQIQfNVfsyzTmvKsyFxTXnqKq9Y1g3A/s320/278174335_10228858680868729_4406605977744307422_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4qAlPQYJ0GP_4s3yAC_igtsWmL4CdXxMEsM9A3KoIUiZGE5_UGCPrp7-vpb1OeRJjDj-h7NvFLMd4MFJFpfI-5dV5hC18JnZdXu6HSTohGpLVY8rvDNhkSecHJ_wTwdhaxOKsKs77rNWl5NGm6kIdKHfpX079A_2xv733cuncxXUPrOrVKPJJyo8ttg/s960/279079191_10228939955940555_7350122615682338287_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4qAlPQYJ0GP_4s3yAC_igtsWmL4CdXxMEsM9A3KoIUiZGE5_UGCPrp7-vpb1OeRJjDj-h7NvFLMd4MFJFpfI-5dV5hC18JnZdXu6HSTohGpLVY8rvDNhkSecHJ_wTwdhaxOKsKs77rNWl5NGm6kIdKHfpX079A_2xv733cuncxXUPrOrVKPJJyo8ttg/s320/279079191_10228939955940555_7350122615682338287_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiOn3WUdvPHK4T47E91nv3rFUxY-r-IhPOT0Kke4pHwX46F-zMoEJ6UVq2gkE9QwKDiaQ_MbL8i7bY5_tKoVtFWWAuSDZb2n4HjmpLcebAN7iGFynED5zmSdLfABZTG_jI7dL-cC-ueIHjr4XLFrslyLP_V0rInONnAhPn3YeMLJzJGQYwpR7pZwIZ0g/s960/279077783_10228939955380541_4462501184364731822_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiOn3WUdvPHK4T47E91nv3rFUxY-r-IhPOT0Kke4pHwX46F-zMoEJ6UVq2gkE9QwKDiaQ_MbL8i7bY5_tKoVtFWWAuSDZb2n4HjmpLcebAN7iGFynED5zmSdLfABZTG_jI7dL-cC-ueIHjr4XLFrslyLP_V0rInONnAhPn3YeMLJzJGQYwpR7pZwIZ0g/s320/279077783_10228939955380541_4462501184364731822_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And without a minute to spare I shipped the packages to Megan and Noelle on the due date.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>My Stash Surprise From Noelle</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">While I was shipping at the last minute, Noelle must have been ahead of schedule and that very same week my stash surprise arrived from Noelle. Luckily I have the most incredible mail carrier who left the package at the gate wrapped in a sturdy plastic bag as showers were in the forecast.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGbmjkhvUVwhTI30CrfacgUfAzkVjIO1OkjfuHCS76D4aB9kBKodZ9T8Jcl7yxUzIJ7B1Nvg08cfVRU6vJGs5dfyGquUql5V2v_MAkdHzn7BnmYykwPzPAwvV21NAkZ9rrnrks78F--ZYn_qv_Jm1MZ4WkyIA626XT4NK-DMpUER6MxHiVeSajWCfzkw/s960/275539565_10228688237287746_5651820950945146575_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGbmjkhvUVwhTI30CrfacgUfAzkVjIO1OkjfuHCS76D4aB9kBKodZ9T8Jcl7yxUzIJ7B1Nvg08cfVRU6vJGs5dfyGquUql5V2v_MAkdHzn7BnmYykwPzPAwvV21NAkZ9rrnrks78F--ZYn_qv_Jm1MZ4WkyIA626XT4NK-DMpUER6MxHiVeSajWCfzkw/s320/275539565_10228688237287746_5651820950945146575_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">On top of everything in the box is the cutest note which says: "Jeanette! I hope that you find at least some of this fabric useful and to your liking! If not, please pass it on to others who might find it so - there are no guilty keeps in stash swap! I can't wait to see what you make! Love From, Noelle" How sweet is that?!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiL9L2kEjA_ancBZOP7bchgjMEzd-nFLAi_O6HchpWEyDsroXvJAZNqj3r21kP0Fs7rHHtdEhk6BkOAZITvax9dtkwJMGFA3J4nNl4epz-vXHAapWcIrio7kN8z6MxNaxY6VlqfbfCDOhQMDiSEomsHPlVLKhsrnWvtfVNjY3dJvivVbVAKjRXkoXRS-g/s581/277006770_10228825609481965_4704749647028124292_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="581" data-original-width="530" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiL9L2kEjA_ancBZOP7bchgjMEzd-nFLAi_O6HchpWEyDsroXvJAZNqj3r21kP0Fs7rHHtdEhk6BkOAZITvax9dtkwJMGFA3J4nNl4epz-vXHAapWcIrio7kN8z6MxNaxY6VlqfbfCDOhQMDiSEomsHPlVLKhsrnWvtfVNjY3dJvivVbVAKjRXkoXRS-g/s320/277006770_10228825609481965_4704749647028124292_n.jpg" width="292" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The first fabric in the box is a glorious white cotton. The attached note says: "Sheet! Maybe good for mockups? Petticoats? It's not my sheet and I have no idea where it came from, but I know it has been washed! Enjoy! Also, sorry about any cat hair!" Cat hair? We also swapped furry babies fur, I'm sure!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3Py2NAW4AB1IoQPLBDyrulHMGCePwDi_zabIHzWoY_8u0N8Lg7Wsr-eiVn3cRAk0uGwtuU4spxu3T_WywTqgKbRFk7E4acUPz-bMNVpI2KGuSxh3IHXbm-Wj4a2OiLff-qXMoGmWWcc4JmAQ4tfZndhFwBuhmut08oLFMWbBz7aHvT1nsUA9yN96FQQ/s960/277786775_10228825608481940_1234947584392912136_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3Py2NAW4AB1IoQPLBDyrulHMGCePwDi_zabIHzWoY_8u0N8Lg7Wsr-eiVn3cRAk0uGwtuU4spxu3T_WywTqgKbRFk7E4acUPz-bMNVpI2KGuSxh3IHXbm-Wj4a2OiLff-qXMoGmWWcc4JmAQ4tfZndhFwBuhmut08oLFMWbBz7aHvT1nsUA9yN96FQQ/s320/277786775_10228825608481940_1234947584392912136_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The next item is a kit of wonderful bits tied in black linen and ribbon. A blackwork cushion, vintage needles, beeswax, and a book called A Gallery of Fashion. A fabulous collection of treasures!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOLlNyyZdIS83MyHk7pfocpf_ZKebhH5vYhrJPq4fu2FzTfoMvUmu6XmR-VPQX1B0d0u9XtDq139Y2ldzMFF1oUIxvayW8xYAud-53KD_arRyrGaqO-k8vd27CZci2QO7AZk4fjXU2Gh58A8q4xku_URFvyfotGgCNCmnzD6E8YVU8RlUheecv30QHcQ/s960/277781108_10228825609001953_8384779770013394317_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOLlNyyZdIS83MyHk7pfocpf_ZKebhH5vYhrJPq4fu2FzTfoMvUmu6XmR-VPQX1B0d0u9XtDq139Y2ldzMFF1oUIxvayW8xYAud-53KD_arRyrGaqO-k8vd27CZci2QO7AZk4fjXU2Gh58A8q4xku_URFvyfotGgCNCmnzD6E8YVU8RlUheecv30QHcQ/s320/277781108_10228825609001953_8384779770013394317_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The next fabric is a heavy and densely woven gold and olive with the attached note: "I originally bought this to make corset or corset mockups out of, but I have a LOT of green striped fabric for that! I can't wait to see what you make out of it!" Corsets and corset mockups coming right up!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOHwUkxNaoK4URuGBf7N0ALKtBMkGftGhqpfgyODrO_OWQJB7dqbaaCSRVkbLR2cZq9txQhmqn3SHD2Ir9VSm-PYzjI5OPWzLeJpjJlM-TJdlb__BSkzIvGVYXBig3VD-8Zrz-oxfJffPH3F-zD4W45bYm-r-wPLKbzakosLUiV8nvIuhXo0c9rvyVCQ/s960/277107860_10228825606801898_8858497643140066363_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOHwUkxNaoK4URuGBf7N0ALKtBMkGftGhqpfgyODrO_OWQJB7dqbaaCSRVkbLR2cZq9txQhmqn3SHD2Ir9VSm-PYzjI5OPWzLeJpjJlM-TJdlb__BSkzIvGVYXBig3VD-8Zrz-oxfJffPH3F-zD4W45bYm-r-wPLKbzakosLUiV8nvIuhXo0c9rvyVCQ/s320/277107860_10228825606801898_8858497643140066363_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I'm amazed at how much fabric is in this box as I get to the next level which is a glorious silk taffeta. The note says: "Random silk I bought as part of a lot from someone else a very long time ago! Tag says 3-3/4 yards!" So much rustle and beautiful feel!!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8DQMx2a_t6ctV2LAq2pBe8r3RRihaDF330Xg8bomSvqi2K3dZBlylboDMEaAdY_DYyFdIdoyi24rutvL1vGVyEacwodutxsNN-sso449J1qCkjs68EEGIqyjFy1JjJBJ-OW61y2oFn-EWcyCcAi9Whykh3FTLs7q5v9A8vix1mJ_spQtm8kp8ONjckg/s960/277735569_10228825610441989_2012186239315621684_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8DQMx2a_t6ctV2LAq2pBe8r3RRihaDF330Xg8bomSvqi2K3dZBlylboDMEaAdY_DYyFdIdoyi24rutvL1vGVyEacwodutxsNN-sso449J1qCkjs68EEGIqyjFy1JjJBJ-OW61y2oFn-EWcyCcAi9Whykh3FTLs7q5v9A8vix1mJ_spQtm8kp8ONjckg/s320/277735569_10228825610441989_2012186239315621684_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I have a feeling Noelle was smiling when she packed this box as she had the most incredible surprise fabric next. A blue stripe (stripes must be a favorite of Noelle's?) silk taffeta. The note: "This is supposedly 12 yards of fabric from Fancy Styles Fabric - silk taffeta. The experience of dealing with them has made this cursed for me - I hope it does better for you!" Oh oh! I know how that goes. Trying to enjoy the project after a difficult purchase can take away all the joy of creating. So without the history I'm free to enjoy the glorious colors in this lovely silk taffeta!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggL6OcAwV6wjgsTq_QgXuG9sn6Q1HFABF68KvHaz0ndHAw5WXPvX2nVKPIFejK0T6CmZSzDXNCEeY4icf9AeCVOe1kXysfrQRM5Tqlv8Bb7993Gaw8_i2HwW6XhSsG8HboFuvZbrAqTU4dWcJOJuJOR5caAh_vnCnb_j9HHEHGbqP8y6fiWlbWs8wWKw/s960/277107665_10228825608001928_4020753486222080817_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggL6OcAwV6wjgsTq_QgXuG9sn6Q1HFABF68KvHaz0ndHAw5WXPvX2nVKPIFejK0T6CmZSzDXNCEeY4icf9AeCVOe1kXysfrQRM5Tqlv8Bb7993Gaw8_i2HwW6XhSsG8HboFuvZbrAqTU4dWcJOJuJOR5caAh_vnCnb_j9HHEHGbqP8y6fiWlbWs8wWKw/s320/277107665_10228825608001928_4020753486222080817_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIYYNqICDZieC0Y5mt6-U_nyFqCTEF0bduyMyo2hAADtYK7NSodc1LsC0ydROwBoSIKuX4OGEoMSn7VS1KunLPZWAY1xyV5xReueYheQNPJPRAUI4Xl0O_2yt_H8UFEbP9HPSgW98Y1y0TkLpo2ZKBM_5oRuPkqA0KE1OghDmt87Fyo0CQGQwYl7s-uA/s960/275012965_10228713671603588_6416145044339371290_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="960" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIYYNqICDZieC0Y5mt6-U_nyFqCTEF0bduyMyo2hAADtYK7NSodc1LsC0ydROwBoSIKuX4OGEoMSn7VS1KunLPZWAY1xyV5xReueYheQNPJPRAUI4Xl0O_2yt_H8UFEbP9HPSgW98Y1y0TkLpo2ZKBM_5oRuPkqA0KE1OghDmt87Fyo0CQGQwYl7s-uA/s320/275012965_10228713671603588_6416145044339371290_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">As if I weren't already overwhelmed by Noelle's generosity and the beautiful fabrics, at the bottom of the box is a bag of two dozen black velvet buttons. The note: "Can't have too many buttons! Unless you are me and you have <u>way</u> too many, given your aversion to using them!" Hahahahaha!! I can <u>always</u> use black velvet buttons!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjilvku-95dl7_fO--fLpn58Z3BCtANTdXZu3mpBeSep_MjBZcpEb5fgF8dMDxRNPxYnc4as91Eeu6NSdjROoHgZ0DpbfHkKOUS9JF79FY31tY_sdUur_LVNJFJsHYc8SAtoY5EHP4tbd_GVXIW_kV6huomUMpcJUC18Kv8K2rrnh_KBKxWWcLH9-_xA/s848/275387055_10228713670683565_577733810424901114_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="848" data-original-width="527" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjilvku-95dl7_fO--fLpn58Z3BCtANTdXZu3mpBeSep_MjBZcpEb5fgF8dMDxRNPxYnc4as91Eeu6NSdjROoHgZ0DpbfHkKOUS9JF79FY31tY_sdUur_LVNJFJsHYc8SAtoY5EHP4tbd_GVXIW_kV6huomUMpcJUC18Kv8K2rrnh_KBKxWWcLH9-_xA/s320/275387055_10228713670683565_577733810424901114_n.jpg" width="199" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXUd79MSSbl2XnRgCg3_NQ_ma9xgo7WYB28VBaLTIIt2fXSk4EGJDHMP91dzBPCRs0UH1zRRYXUogrL815snciK_95mnrkDn9FCCCJHi5oawJ2sX9uQ3GZyFqfLqyiO_IL8MfxVUCLsUmg5-jMZ6GhX4OYEgQk76ExwqzVkLD27ZQ2O2rC0ktYvS3mhw/s760/275492751_10228688238407774_715087400873235969_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="760" data-original-width="476" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXUd79MSSbl2XnRgCg3_NQ_ma9xgo7WYB28VBaLTIIt2fXSk4EGJDHMP91dzBPCRs0UH1zRRYXUogrL815snciK_95mnrkDn9FCCCJHi5oawJ2sX9uQ3GZyFqfLqyiO_IL8MfxVUCLsUmg5-jMZ6GhX4OYEgQk76ExwqzVkLD27ZQ2O2rC0ktYvS3mhw/s320/275492751_10228688238407774_715087400873235969_n.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Noelle!! Thank you so much!! I'm excited to get started using these beautiful fabrics and treasures!! I have so many projects this year and already have ideas forming! But you, and everyone else, will have to wait for the next blog post and video to see what happens. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Hugs,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Jeanette</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Companion YouTube Video with actual unboxing: <a href="https://youtu.be/U1yT3JBEjfY" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/U1yT3JBEjfY</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMdRffVphC4oyeONIpPEGppE3FzY2IPVoZqsOSHe4yJciJ7XVjvVl0uVemD6SktYNY4Do65cibxUOnoLfBeMBnXIQVFSOb71g4CmsQ2XasMw_0onnybn8m_5UWZxbhp8V7qlMLnpr4NTQjTwsxdxWKB56W6Dl-v_CJe28foUqMhU0Fl6dIEBP8QY-R7A/s1280/1930sWardrobeThumbnail.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMdRffVphC4oyeONIpPEGppE3FzY2IPVoZqsOSHe4yJciJ7XVjvVl0uVemD6SktYNY4Do65cibxUOnoLfBeMBnXIQVFSOb71g4CmsQ2XasMw_0onnybn8m_5UWZxbhp8V7qlMLnpr4NTQjTwsxdxWKB56W6Dl-v_CJe28foUqMhU0Fl6dIEBP8QY-R7A/s320/1930sWardrobeThumbnail.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">One of the most incredible discoveries in my costuming journey has been the amazing people I have met and the extraordinary experiences I have had.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Everyone went all out in their costuming for our Champagne Cellar dinner, our Biltmore House tour, and our Royale Tea. After the tea Lynn gave a very special presentation of Titanic photos and memorabilia from her association with Ralph White, photographer during the discovery of the wreck of the Titanic in 1985. As a special surprise to our guests Rochelle Rose, the actress who portrayed the Countess of Rothes in James Cameron's 1997 movie, joined our event.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKKdJ-C2Q2hLYzQzpPl8V5NHpYY-ZDMaPtLYoOwJWC5uyMzkdCMfUwZMHU4HSvIBt1voy2htwRCkIAw0FAsx_oynrHYYJ6AEjmukV1HFkihruV3xnb23JQ6HrmqfRez2hS4sdFdMiNH7LtstRxBwMxBINhFxHvi7Sa3qctm1JlWuU6-hIoOVZDY69OIw/s835/278268231_10228885700424201_7707300986417504284_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="835" data-original-width="596" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKKdJ-C2Q2hLYzQzpPl8V5NHpYY-ZDMaPtLYoOwJWC5uyMzkdCMfUwZMHU4HSvIBt1voy2htwRCkIAw0FAsx_oynrHYYJ6AEjmukV1HFkihruV3xnb23JQ6HrmqfRez2hS4sdFdMiNH7LtstRxBwMxBINhFxHvi7Sa3qctm1JlWuU6-hIoOVZDY69OIw/s320/278268231_10228885700424201_7707300986417504284_n.jpg" width="228" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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But I didn't do the hard work because although the event was in mid-April, I had planned the event the previous October and Patrick grew the appropriate Captain beard. Patrick and Rochelle portrayed the Captain and Countess with ease and the costumes commissioned for Rochelle were perfect.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimGkGL2I_1-f7iiHwKdYxfeckm3QryzZBrn7fkw5GrfnVniJOG1vJuIbfpObEfe7BuDAOXGYVXyYf5_DvBmwRcOlTRywHpk_eyBYBrv3dVKPzc5heQ7czmuA8L9SboY5YizbWYj4YAGBLDi6SqTtDShHCoHyPJxFrj18EWdOrxYEIklli2LpXKlzlrQA/s1121/278455954_10228885700824211_7624093790639352527_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1121" data-original-width="635" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimGkGL2I_1-f7iiHwKdYxfeckm3QryzZBrn7fkw5GrfnVniJOG1vJuIbfpObEfe7BuDAOXGYVXyYf5_DvBmwRcOlTRywHpk_eyBYBrv3dVKPzc5heQ7czmuA8L9SboY5YizbWYj4YAGBLDi6SqTtDShHCoHyPJxFrj18EWdOrxYEIklli2LpXKlzlrQA/s320/278455954_10228885700824211_7624093790639352527_n.jpg" width="181" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_F_mx0gTbNYs4OvAlrxjNmpEr2BL9BXx_1zxAfe1IorMOcBZKoNvAtmdhy7w2-irS1fq7ziZc9la5EJRvF4xSiLnmUge453DU7_Hq_wtTHXMlurfCudPR_y6JwaV2_h8959zV-2JV6QLHHlfkSZSlkpfv3Lh2YrBBhdEWp6jAgZM0kOg5AsYyk5WIrQ/s804/278500969_10228885699464177_6311483382919386733_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="804" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_F_mx0gTbNYs4OvAlrxjNmpEr2BL9BXx_1zxAfe1IorMOcBZKoNvAtmdhy7w2-irS1fq7ziZc9la5EJRvF4xSiLnmUge453DU7_Hq_wtTHXMlurfCudPR_y6JwaV2_h8959zV-2JV6QLHHlfkSZSlkpfv3Lh2YrBBhdEWp6jAgZM0kOg5AsYyk5WIrQ/s320/278500969_10228885699464177_6311483382919386733_n.jpg" width="255" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQV8IYyDVS4avGqS1EuLjx5KwITIP1CWopa1zY1s2UIlg7OX9WiyItRyTnsa5Six0BZbA9qfB1B9iomhTgcdg3-fg_Td-DrcEAPeskV1fnW1dB9sIfbjBzv3WB58rdpqP8DpAwTpsBhB97YiUqNZpd9tCY0RoHKuTDNWKn2bQKemyiYxIeoV73WgFEiA/s637/278453461_10228885698944164_2560469122913676455_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="637" data-original-width="635" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQV8IYyDVS4avGqS1EuLjx5KwITIP1CWopa1zY1s2UIlg7OX9WiyItRyTnsa5Six0BZbA9qfB1B9iomhTgcdg3-fg_Td-DrcEAPeskV1fnW1dB9sIfbjBzv3WB58rdpqP8DpAwTpsBhB97YiUqNZpd9tCY0RoHKuTDNWKn2bQKemyiYxIeoV73WgFEiA/s320/278453461_10228885698944164_2560469122913676455_n.jpg" width="319" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And I had a great time with the Captain and as his buddy Thelma at the afterparty. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikbWJB4tyB9WAZ2bN0nNjswVRUzs5oGR3YtywQqP7SzJ2ySHFQKhZR3KyfKvzxRkaMHUG6BR3yyFwyX6hHng7eatXaBqw5uq7ZGJ71IHioeMkjQXoX5CnRaCCun6pbza6hT6YT7bpyejkpG9tmBXH_xSI5rN5Uqkw4fBfVXmBbomg6lu0Wr2CtpXiCTA/s640/278565926_10228885698504153_4371166132381864537_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="638" data-original-width="640" height="319" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikbWJB4tyB9WAZ2bN0nNjswVRUzs5oGR3YtywQqP7SzJ2ySHFQKhZR3KyfKvzxRkaMHUG6BR3yyFwyX6hHng7eatXaBqw5uq7ZGJ71IHioeMkjQXoX5CnRaCCun6pbza6hT6YT7bpyejkpG9tmBXH_xSI5rN5Uqkw4fBfVXmBbomg6lu0Wr2CtpXiCTA/s320/278565926_10228885698504153_4371166132381864537_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">As I prepared for that event I read many books about the Titanic and the White Star Line. Both the White Star Line and Cunard were having serious financial difficulties due to the Great Depression. Work on Cunard's newest project, Hull 534, was stopped in 1931. In 1933 the British government agreed to provide assistance to the two competitors on the condition they merge.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje8bsKot80bq65f7jdhNE2mCj-N_DIvAwAOC_nJ9MCQBezzEEkXLjnTHdPejZHvaXh7MK8vSrdLXVVO5zZkVARIUm9kVR7A1QpQCYQKYvXHRIX-C7m2rTHY3O2YyU84YbQMoyq4gKbwNUZ_oXvdGmfKOyz80UBcTVfvNQ-glzEHa0qT2em4jRVeBfPFw/s220/278509489_10228887077498627_748087546673789090_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="220" data-original-width="220" height="220" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje8bsKot80bq65f7jdhNE2mCj-N_DIvAwAOC_nJ9MCQBezzEEkXLjnTHdPejZHvaXh7MK8vSrdLXVVO5zZkVARIUm9kVR7A1QpQCYQKYvXHRIX-C7m2rTHY3O2YyU84YbQMoyq4gKbwNUZ_oXvdGmfKOyz80UBcTVfvNQ-glzEHa0qT2em4jRVeBfPFw/s1600/278509489_10228887077498627_748087546673789090_n.jpg" width="220" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Hull 534 was completed, renamed, and the RMS Queen Mary sailed from 1936 to 1967. She was retired and is permanently moored at the port of Long Beach, California.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibonxfDS8VPzxaDl6dHzo9-oofTOEN6OR38cdWGIDdhqTYr4n_iykh1p0Kmt8fOChmQqsw4GVUsJ3_NxllzjMptd_GXRrYQzCzd52Z7g6WG0MqxpHdf4c5oni94Cuj_dVq9rLx2ALO5koUiRt-W99D3-HFkHYlYwwjukJhSdj40ja-1pvrQYpk-JFoRw/s278/queenmarylongbeach.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="176" data-original-width="278" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibonxfDS8VPzxaDl6dHzo9-oofTOEN6OR38cdWGIDdhqTYr4n_iykh1p0Kmt8fOChmQqsw4GVUsJ3_NxllzjMptd_GXRrYQzCzd52Z7g6WG0MqxpHdf4c5oni94Cuj_dVq9rLx2ALO5koUiRt-W99D3-HFkHYlYwwjukJhSdj40ja-1pvrQYpk-JFoRw/s1600/queenmarylongbeach.jpg" width="278" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I had the fantastic opportunity to spend a weekend aboard the Queen Mary during an Art Deco weekend. I toured, ate, danced, sang, had tea, and toured some more. All in costume. The evening I dressed in my Miss Phryne Fischer gown and shawl and stood on the deck of the Queen Mary I dreamed that one day I would stand on the deck of the Queen Mary 2. Also in costume!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4ZabvZtSTyjUhKGDD5NmRS9HWxzOLyxTs9ryaro2-viqc-DUxg4iK5oayN-XKmWN8-IieetPRBw_kCFDY94qbdEtnecAgj42br8VnJ2TSFr6RvOxq2NLuFlb7rls3WjkV89FdUulaV0HMXJY4zlE__vaY-O0RwqyjLOJPPJ-0NbdRU1aGHTo4oU0lDw/s862/252008309_10227943690674546_7972095904260331433_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="862" data-original-width="541" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4ZabvZtSTyjUhKGDD5NmRS9HWxzOLyxTs9ryaro2-viqc-DUxg4iK5oayN-XKmWN8-IieetPRBw_kCFDY94qbdEtnecAgj42br8VnJ2TSFr6RvOxq2NLuFlb7rls3WjkV89FdUulaV0HMXJY4zlE__vaY-O0RwqyjLOJPPJ-0NbdRU1aGHTo4oU0lDw/s320/252008309_10227943690674546_7972095904260331433_n.jpg" width="201" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">That day was to come in May 2020. But after a year of planning the trip was cancelled as Cunard, the Queen Mary 2, and the rest of the world dealt with a world health crisis.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUrlCOMSbD5zIZThwig5mCnV20oWS8Jnq2IuOkj4yktt0EEDEdRLItrXMP9Y7TYAne4fKt9s5q-bJF_gvykHNwa7RTR4mU1nhvtL8K9e_jltjPyNcpUkvcAaN9_U5ROB63m74zQha8coKm9oAlSGo8l_oi77g-NC8ryyzRTkKY5ToQ8HOkADXWQnZYRA/s960/252165427_10227943691154558_820348179608156007_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="542" data-original-width="960" height="181" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUrlCOMSbD5zIZThwig5mCnV20oWS8Jnq2IuOkj4yktt0EEDEdRLItrXMP9Y7TYAne4fKt9s5q-bJF_gvykHNwa7RTR4mU1nhvtL8K9e_jltjPyNcpUkvcAaN9_U5ROB63m74zQha8coKm9oAlSGo8l_oi77g-NC8ryyzRTkKY5ToQ8HOkADXWQnZYRA/s320/252165427_10227943691154558_820348179608156007_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Fast forward to summer 2021 when I learned of Ahoy Vintage Cruises. They were the organizer of three cruises on the Queen Mary 2 with limited attendees but unlimited fun. All in costume, of course! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0YwIYmGcmXHodAooWYyuzz-ulT_VIPYdSwGsdBS8yiHh7P3bc9nIFUCHdR1V1r-4zl6lMLqpLyYWmDSXFgxKxQY_6MXxsgWGQ_sHIsk-VpvuZUNAbPY4yugsyZbxLbxZlyOv16t8x2sEOO3Ugvv_3dLHxKnPfTqa7ppPZ2JLk4d9zpPiCmfxVobFjGA/s689/278329649_10228881220832214_8505442754371808917_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="689" data-original-width="634" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0YwIYmGcmXHodAooWYyuzz-ulT_VIPYdSwGsdBS8yiHh7P3bc9nIFUCHdR1V1r-4zl6lMLqpLyYWmDSXFgxKxQY_6MXxsgWGQ_sHIsk-VpvuZUNAbPY4yugsyZbxLbxZlyOv16t8x2sEOO3Ugvv_3dLHxKnPfTqa7ppPZ2JLk4d9zpPiCmfxVobFjGA/s320/278329649_10228881220832214_8505442754371808917_n.jpg" width="294" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiR2Yyx36Nk8HzM8j0teil_Ut9Ksw-QUvxAK4loljb-sh3rb0jAj3M_uKDTnPV9BNquth2iFbrO7BgvGiEPX-pQfDj52W_-HvswshJ6ZeXp0PEyNYeE9N7CobR08hwkcqbF9z9T7s2BUbPN2F4lPMvuMCleblNnnolasM6T9LYdf9M6aCyv3A5UT2lZhw/s639/278359955_10228870407041876_5180432059635674797_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="333" data-original-width="639" height="167" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiR2Yyx36Nk8HzM8j0teil_Ut9Ksw-QUvxAK4loljb-sh3rb0jAj3M_uKDTnPV9BNquth2iFbrO7BgvGiEPX-pQfDj52W_-HvswshJ6ZeXp0PEyNYeE9N7CobR08hwkcqbF9z9T7s2BUbPN2F4lPMvuMCleblNnnolasM6T9LYdf9M6aCyv3A5UT2lZhw/s320/278359955_10228870407041876_5180432059635674797_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">1920s, 1930s, and 1940s are the themes of the three Transatlantic crossings from Southhampton to New York City.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">By October 2021 I had my deposit paid, my confirmation and cabin assignment, and I'm soooo excited to think the dream may finally happen!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXsKwc-DIoN7_fL2DwM2MqYgIE5-F8QC5vnFE8Zr6-yBLmpkxiKInEDhfSpsjE3KJDEko7CI6642vwLXMKyzei_koELiTn1CSEW9wLoTYdcfVZrNvkHBq4Z_eo3TsQGHh0i1TBsFE3cjsQm2NfugSfzxYKXy-Gbr3kzF8AAyZUESCOcbhsyktU1TpdJw/s960/278415936_10228881872008493_4572469782883933276_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXsKwc-DIoN7_fL2DwM2MqYgIE5-F8QC5vnFE8Zr6-yBLmpkxiKInEDhfSpsjE3KJDEko7CI6642vwLXMKyzei_koELiTn1CSEW9wLoTYdcfVZrNvkHBq4Z_eo3TsQGHh0i1TBsFE3cjsQm2NfugSfzxYKXy-Gbr3kzF8AAyZUESCOcbhsyktU1TpdJw/s320/278415936_10228881872008493_4572469782883933276_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">While costuming isn't required, I believe it will definitely add to my enjoyment of the vintage vibe. My 1930s fashion experience is very limited. I have a 1930s dress made from a retro 1933 Vogue pattern. I wore this for the Nancy Drew Tea at Costume College the first year I attended.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4TSd2FJ8ZngKZCIRMlSiaJsircQxf770zFPmz_GJqwnT7q2ZIUOscIHGo6F8aXeMPDj3j0IzBn-A0MPcrr43MjSkj-FzRo7QkDwzrdOE2vqscY4gaFY1RxUJ7jQ-DtsvlxhduycTHg_3d3bXTf7PgWu3rpaHJlzDvXzIRihjpkckWcczqVHZGo5AXiw/s960/277751335_10228814545365369_5080946227771031222_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4TSd2FJ8ZngKZCIRMlSiaJsircQxf770zFPmz_GJqwnT7q2ZIUOscIHGo6F8aXeMPDj3j0IzBn-A0MPcrr43MjSkj-FzRo7QkDwzrdOE2vqscY4gaFY1RxUJ7jQ-DtsvlxhduycTHg_3d3bXTf7PgWu3rpaHJlzDvXzIRihjpkckWcczqVHZGo5AXiw/s320/277751335_10228814545365369_5080946227771031222_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFDuUq1h9oxACyxcK-4wHQQmY6-p6mxYd0B6DmXZr8ojz6L34lUpqsHnZvaNmYyTfppguetZqXxbRdr0qY-IYfAQVIZasem1OsHeUfdVJPqP5EGjdOp-R4a4NuRTOFirtI649Plw1O3tS8uBEn-dfaMjTrROwLUUgLdfx-DufXHYQnCPsmnoAuzC_Gng/s280/278163289_10228858766750876_814527082954064311_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="280" data-original-width="187" height="280" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFDuUq1h9oxACyxcK-4wHQQmY6-p6mxYd0B6DmXZr8ojz6L34lUpqsHnZvaNmYyTfppguetZqXxbRdr0qY-IYfAQVIZasem1OsHeUfdVJPqP5EGjdOp-R4a4NuRTOFirtI649Plw1O3tS8uBEn-dfaMjTrROwLUUgLdfx-DufXHYQnCPsmnoAuzC_Gng/s1600/278163289_10228858766750876_814527082954064311_n.jpg" width="187" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I also tested a great pattern and created a costume for a Movie Stars and Moguls costume event. I was Polaire, the French singer and actress who brought her pig when she visited the United States. The pig wore a diamond necklace. I would have liked Polaire, I believe. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHjVg53q94YlKCxz3V58Kwv6-PTj4G1gbC5z4oYKTiEKfqulu8zWdzDZ0upZhMVeO0iBmAxhClvdPKiNq3--akZM4ZK8OT4_X6q5lUmzddSKnCOzW17By7_5O3ZMbbebb9VThALgdARdwWaFJDWCQ20iHSNcRxmAqKvI717vS1Vhb8JVCtPOC907lK-g/s280/278136996_10228858796911630_8017695767335036013_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="280" data-original-width="280" height="280" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHjVg53q94YlKCxz3V58Kwv6-PTj4G1gbC5z4oYKTiEKfqulu8zWdzDZ0upZhMVeO0iBmAxhClvdPKiNq3--akZM4ZK8OT4_X6q5lUmzddSKnCOzW17By7_5O3ZMbbebb9VThALgdARdwWaFJDWCQ20iHSNcRxmAqKvI717vS1Vhb8JVCtPOC907lK-g/s1600/278136996_10228858796911630_8017695767335036013_n.jpg" width="280" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Knowing that the silhouette is so important for any fashion era, I did find a vintage Camp corset and girdle for the 1930s silhouette. It is an engineering marvel! And it is very comfortable and holds everything exactly in place including stockings. Seamed stockings, of course.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7_KPqfSItxpWUR8Z0y22EUbm5kapkaZmYn0CcoiotAvIquPEKS7hiH9TXvR4n9FVtZO08Z-Ptz7eqnL-SPGQdzBRtJaGfYr_STRxD9vADxypd1QJJLvHV4liaDfnTWk_JLqIvZGQol__H1kWKkBljV3Jihz8qDejWzIEY2rwQhc1Kg2fzzM-HBEKzEw/s960/278524670_10228886509644431_5922503845158515235_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7_KPqfSItxpWUR8Z0y22EUbm5kapkaZmYn0CcoiotAvIquPEKS7hiH9TXvR4n9FVtZO08Z-Ptz7eqnL-SPGQdzBRtJaGfYr_STRxD9vADxypd1QJJLvHV4liaDfnTWk_JLqIvZGQol__H1kWKkBljV3Jihz8qDejWzIEY2rwQhc1Kg2fzzM-HBEKzEw/s960/278524670_10228886509644431_5922503845158515235_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCzW55p6LeaDlQcwbY_hmHZ0lKc2LZTX_PJDTCLLw-02IoFllsfdDdmpZTb9L4gIVsazofx6itgAHE1W8U7jD0rTyOVYFlhNjIJOKO0Lw5JNIJr7RWTVn_03--dCMd-OWuXDTWov-3fNlcHgUbnxSIV9YWIH7N8xjIPlEze3Tkpw-v0XHpdJLDob80eA/s960/278407866_10228886513844536_1438459730705186104_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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The book has reprints with dates.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj72AeMiB41BTLhbhgLMRipBSHOHputV28Y6Ova-7mzR5NhPTVrulqYj2ALWX3SVcdsz6bVb3SCaQbyI-fQXSAeiONh03De_GdSekJUN7vQXS-JDMYJuweQHz6na7C5SNONAcAccc8uEurwFqqxMO5voWowJ-tw8I5MIipcIJMNGVngrqa9AAf3nKKKGg/s960/272314673_10228423363266061_3335273196391105879_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="528" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj72AeMiB41BTLhbhgLMRipBSHOHputV28Y6Ova-7mzR5NhPTVrulqYj2ALWX3SVcdsz6bVb3SCaQbyI-fQXSAeiONh03De_GdSekJUN7vQXS-JDMYJuweQHz6na7C5SNONAcAccc8uEurwFqqxMO5voWowJ-tw8I5MIipcIJMNGVngrqa9AAf3nKKKGg/s320/272314673_10228423363266061_3335273196391105879_n.jpg" width="176" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Day dresses, including knits which were very popular. These are really cute!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5f2xE5XCbdi0S8FLoBOLwWelDoFaDgrZoXVm4FsTtryK9KDmx9bjY8JlNZBeyeKdxL1FhKqr1UMIsVNZ_X5QhS-Bv2g8jpJMFrcQ4oYlNA37-K6FqFTFVj6VwHpEzqtcG9Osx9d4aYXsjZaS5DfQYuFh4GQIXB7f1XxhIjsa22LP9XJRk2SWCvSHxFA/s960/272331710_10228423364706097_9119061158297022440_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="528" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5f2xE5XCbdi0S8FLoBOLwWelDoFaDgrZoXVm4FsTtryK9KDmx9bjY8JlNZBeyeKdxL1FhKqr1UMIsVNZ_X5QhS-Bv2g8jpJMFrcQ4oYlNA37-K6FqFTFVj6VwHpEzqtcG9Osx9d4aYXsjZaS5DfQYuFh4GQIXB7f1XxhIjsa22LP9XJRk2SWCvSHxFA/s320/272331710_10228423364706097_9119061158297022440_n.jpg" width="176" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Evening gowns. So elegant!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVo798yLWc1hYCByh5asxW6-q4FkIGpFaIWpvoQ7B_MajYF7lpXXg_o_YIweowaggM3n-Pb1xIknAL5Iyam2C2jaCPbc0k9DAfgVKAJf9FHDGyDjAmwZ44uNacTV1d_zNMPj_O5bF4J8OtzIBNkk2gFZKH9fxZh00L1m0ZeI8hKMPoecP12RuFbAxAhg/s960/272446541_10228423364266086_9021045961110556926_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="528" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVo798yLWc1hYCByh5asxW6-q4FkIGpFaIWpvoQ7B_MajYF7lpXXg_o_YIweowaggM3n-Pb1xIknAL5Iyam2C2jaCPbc0k9DAfgVKAJf9FHDGyDjAmwZ44uNacTV1d_zNMPj_O5bF4J8OtzIBNkk2gFZKH9fxZh00L1m0ZeI8hKMPoecP12RuFbAxAhg/s320/272446541_10228423364266086_9021045961110556926_n.jpg" width="176" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Hats.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglgimHatAx1pO_fobJrpCb9e8BS1HZZfu96FHwwW-ySb8v5t0qzIWfb2qxn-OZ48rgYM_VfnDkKOaX-nengUAuk2iuiN4yagSzIrH3Q_8bsWmu7CzrEMJt4RZmHeDiEIP6JHQDY5TquezGNYPxozsQcL_KbOc7_eLRVtFrd147FAqADk3jmIC-xuFJAQ/s960/272661232_10228423365506117_7458282736169919751_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="528" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglgimHatAx1pO_fobJrpCb9e8BS1HZZfu96FHwwW-ySb8v5t0qzIWfb2qxn-OZ48rgYM_VfnDkKOaX-nengUAuk2iuiN4yagSzIrH3Q_8bsWmu7CzrEMJt4RZmHeDiEIP6JHQDY5TquezGNYPxozsQcL_KbOc7_eLRVtFrd147FAqADk3jmIC-xuFJAQ/s320/272661232_10228423365506117_7458282736169919751_n.jpg" width="176" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And jewelry. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikrcEL4gc-4vBv4VVBoNgb8DG6YPiF3HcWW7rHZb6Sfqk8rFZr476f2sLlCiw0xZSJvydn1qCBh5ET4YpZe_Hn8vMVfoNCH5S4qqn27wOhZyp2GkKWHPbzripRQRM92vkazH0o7gNULnKswcatxDm80DPVW-2nwxDQ5yPRugOBfzRn2UGCs1aRd2kwUw/s960/272337239_10228423365146108_8319122334231538734_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="528" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikrcEL4gc-4vBv4VVBoNgb8DG6YPiF3HcWW7rHZb6Sfqk8rFZr476f2sLlCiw0xZSJvydn1qCBh5ET4YpZe_Hn8vMVfoNCH5S4qqn27wOhZyp2GkKWHPbzripRQRM92vkazH0o7gNULnKswcatxDm80DPVW-2nwxDQ5yPRugOBfzRn2UGCs1aRd2kwUw/s320/272337239_10228423365146108_8319122334231538734_n.jpg" width="176" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I'm beginning to get a sense of the styles I like and am very inspired by this page. A younger me had a hobby which had my friends calling me Amelia. I think that style is very appropriate for the 1930s and for me.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQSCjG-TgHVROLpyYF34IK6i1hskkY-M_bS4NR9PNldgcDNJV6oQYTuZQ0EvJAIJ-cDMhCvXuSL-a4j1M4fHvT-Az6cqXR15DAazEUXllhvB-Ib3gPo1U4XIV--1QkPN3P-1oH9qwvFTouqoO9Ez8vCYYkZ0GB5To5kSCddjoHz11QM02rAEJoEqb_sw/s960/272535035_10228423363866076_5199157878059957694_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="528" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQSCjG-TgHVROLpyYF34IK6i1hskkY-M_bS4NR9PNldgcDNJV6oQYTuZQ0EvJAIJ-cDMhCvXuSL-a4j1M4fHvT-Az6cqXR15DAazEUXllhvB-Ib3gPo1U4XIV--1QkPN3P-1oH9qwvFTouqoO9Ez8vCYYkZ0GB5To5kSCddjoHz11QM02rAEJoEqb_sw/s320/272535035_10228423363866076_5199157878059957694_n.jpg" width="176" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvqlsjumbn_oBfvilU0vf6x4ipRzaDAp1U8d1H1fiVqHkomIEtrEyVtGFR4nb1TGLL9RcUCXCmjlU-sy4IrfvtE5iKeUegYDVSRW5q7SzoDq9xbGgcj7zqg2G5yZagkyqgXLbENixss2bPFJxGDRrM7RJG49rVWTd289etDHJ_GM2urpaFpqm9afHxIg/s635/278472787_10228885697744134_3620877950173130091_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="451" data-original-width="635" height="227" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvqlsjumbn_oBfvilU0vf6x4ipRzaDAp1U8d1H1fiVqHkomIEtrEyVtGFR4nb1TGLL9RcUCXCmjlU-sy4IrfvtE5iKeUegYDVSRW5q7SzoDq9xbGgcj7zqg2G5yZagkyqgXLbENixss2bPFJxGDRrM7RJG49rVWTd289etDHJ_GM2urpaFpqm9afHxIg/s320/278472787_10228885697744134_3620877950173130091_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAwZ2y1wF1TM9fSVLR1aH0mEej4agC5QJyKQQTJoNIgtPCHITi6WlpdJpkrQqpMnoR70TCvQqU-8OBgg7fib7alqjrZSisQCoDmVoO-227_WwM-ti5zAj4K1vXhnIjHN2QRJCYhNLU1jlhybLvL36Nrv05SPsfTF4D8xtgwYal6wJi_LNtbh84FtJ1Ew/s960/278484345_10228885697064117_42046699863689841_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAwZ2y1wF1TM9fSVLR1aH0mEej4agC5QJyKQQTJoNIgtPCHITi6WlpdJpkrQqpMnoR70TCvQqU-8OBgg7fib7alqjrZSisQCoDmVoO-227_WwM-ti5zAj4K1vXhnIjHN2QRJCYhNLU1jlhybLvL36Nrv05SPsfTF4D8xtgwYal6wJi_LNtbh84FtJ1Ew/s320/278484345_10228885697064117_42046699863689841_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I find movies from the 1930s and study the fashion. But everything is in black and white, of course. Which is also an inspiration. I will make my entire wardrobe in shades of black and white! With interesting patterns and textures and for fun I'll use pops of bright red. Especially the lipstick!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMizuI9rJ3fcT2sKJi2XSV71MQqP83GmTnLFE-lYng4zsVoJh9VKbJVIi0yEbPskx_fwYWh3ISIS4qpBneMAYs3qvwcq0zev7ex85QasiKS1K6JNDgASGoiZTmfoSPl0aybrSzj8eXP3HxB8s8nf-UiQrIldaGuCKGZoGIZOf_0IHCyKHtG7O-zpsw2w/s165/BesameLipstick.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="165" data-original-width="165" height="165" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMizuI9rJ3fcT2sKJi2XSV71MQqP83GmTnLFE-lYng4zsVoJh9VKbJVIi0yEbPskx_fwYWh3ISIS4qpBneMAYs3qvwcq0zev7ex85QasiKS1K6JNDgASGoiZTmfoSPl0aybrSzj8eXP3HxB8s8nf-UiQrIldaGuCKGZoGIZOf_0IHCyKHtG7O-zpsw2w/s1600/BesameLipstick.jpg" width="165" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This research has taken me into November 2021 and the sales will be starting soon. All my shopping will be online. I begin to review vintage pattern websites and choose those which will fit the style I'm searching for and my size. I make notes of recommended fabrics. I make a list and watch the sales closely. The holiday sales fairies are very kind to me and not only do I find excellent patterns, but I find fabrics which carry me a long way toward the 1930s wardrobe. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijOibndoYT3LptrJPwEgaUNT3jM1V5a39_f-DY2t2RXQscP48XtCVTFjz9NF-ZuaU8Fio0rPjhi0lCmOaF1A8tPjGokxrDaoCL8_ATIownyGaL_CJDK52XvFuiH7PZaTeJckZf2A3JlBynqT_yQlZDwqxJpjiagVf_THOkiNuCqFaeDDRkzNeQFk0IxA/s240/computershopping.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="160" data-original-width="240" height="160" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijOibndoYT3LptrJPwEgaUNT3jM1V5a39_f-DY2t2RXQscP48XtCVTFjz9NF-ZuaU8Fio0rPjhi0lCmOaF1A8tPjGokxrDaoCL8_ATIownyGaL_CJDK52XvFuiH7PZaTeJckZf2A3JlBynqT_yQlZDwqxJpjiagVf_THOkiNuCqFaeDDRkzNeQFk0IxA/s1600/computershopping.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The Underthings</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">From Mrs. Depew on Etsy, a 1930s Bra and Tap Pants and 1930 Slip.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmgmkeIWXI3jUVdX9Feh_t6B_EKPdrjNYs3WpFddwZyPgNazsebnnDOkzCi522vHDHzF5go8B8dXKVqbFiCbKKN3erOfJH6LFogcd4aEXNAYS3PR5qfzBJW2F0kmcB91ZbSwuol5t_xAPjqq_WfXfjLE57e4uiv2WpTY_NRKGmiqVTyA7Ejg2xtLa4OQ/s794/272273733_10228423376426390_5526018115490120173_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">From the Historically Accurate Atelier on Etsy, another 1930s slip.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVev3Rpl0GakQ6O2-ph1CyDX1BC8kZW3WL-yHDEN2s9N48p94WO2atnJEsDvzbe9k0Q9ad3D6RvLPrYA1OSMlK8fHAbFViay8Xk4Hp8TmbP627S5wn7vUGfCA1MkbPVSvhdvkwrcXS9YdSkZULR6JyqKeyPQZZIZi7HNOEBYhkWY0y_Fn7jXtR3xR4Xg/s794/272462290_10228423375306362_6851295360534473095_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="794" data-original-width="794" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVev3Rpl0GakQ6O2-ph1CyDX1BC8kZW3WL-yHDEN2s9N48p94WO2atnJEsDvzbe9k0Q9ad3D6RvLPrYA1OSMlK8fHAbFViay8Xk4Hp8TmbP627S5wn7vUGfCA1MkbPVSvhdvkwrcXS9YdSkZULR6JyqKeyPQZZIZi7HNOEBYhkWY0y_Fn7jXtR3xR4Xg/s320/272462290_10228423375306362_6851295360534473095_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">All of these patterns are digital download and I will print them at home. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg46och_7P5Gkx8PnoSHVlQbNNISmvp2re4-MThi9BpDjcOfSwgQSOIzm1xoq9zKHjJU9kitSxP1jFHHFdSfvB3QTzqofzDcbk4s6imZYBvkWH9DOMR2LOqN48Tp7OISPu2Xnl-jeEVomPvcRqjPJ6mfCSON9-hS3rR8JbTUPKUcfp5cUY2aQqldWBbJA/s960/277731781_10228814542165289_8525399347308094764_n%20(1).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg46och_7P5Gkx8PnoSHVlQbNNISmvp2re4-MThi9BpDjcOfSwgQSOIzm1xoq9zKHjJU9kitSxP1jFHHFdSfvB3QTzqofzDcbk4s6imZYBvkWH9DOMR2LOqN48Tp7OISPu2Xnl-jeEVomPvcRqjPJ6mfCSON9-hS3rR8JbTUPKUcfp5cUY2aQqldWBbJA/s320/277731781_10228814542165289_8525399347308094764_n%20(1).jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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One of those days is to be a tour of Highclere Castle. I will want to be very comfortable for that day and decide on a 1915-1916 fashion for that day. I'll use these patterns from Silk and Thimbles and have already made the mockup which I used for my Whimsical Witch costume last October. For an overjacket I'll use the 1915 Jacket from the Vintage Pattern Lending Library. I have an ivory raw silk fabric and soutache buttons from Facebook destash groups, and found a cotton printed with London signage. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjis0RwdBCGkdulF6FXjEYx-qTyjtAqtsoJwUIekLsR-1tRiKiNP7b9PRzH1Q0AnKHCi3ygPFDWm3OYgKxRLQ6OKxq6Urr4lAh7VoPAXGh02s3lwoYL2O9Dd9I9URAfv8gGZ-vdiZ0SmrX_p47UX9cLC4A0JkNQveztpx7anedQNeC-JPhZiXiVT76ebA/s960/277677111_10228814542765304_397625167560232795_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjis0RwdBCGkdulF6FXjEYx-qTyjtAqtsoJwUIekLsR-1tRiKiNP7b9PRzH1Q0AnKHCi3ygPFDWm3OYgKxRLQ6OKxq6Urr4lAh7VoPAXGh02s3lwoYL2O9Dd9I9URAfv8gGZ-vdiZ0SmrX_p47UX9cLC4A0JkNQveztpx7anedQNeC-JPhZiXiVT76ebA/s320/277677111_10228814542765304_397625167560232795_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div></div>Also from the Vintage Pattern Lending Library is this extremely wonderful 7-piece 1930s pattern with two coats, a hat, and day and evening dress patterns.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYNjFS00wh1PlYfEcQxdOfcqKAqWSWsOddlgiyIvBxZfcJNcYz6V78t0_wqf0bKUbKjVslX2qnGSrSMyiHKtQ1MXSKnwL6QBmjwjJRs56UoqUznKrU32utRhvy-vWZ82EL5_b9rmo6Ph3zPy951Bngj1lEL3C8DaReUFWrQsn2mg4OlUT0ajXxS8zkJQ/s794/247833624_10227867918460288_8909864595612247579_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="794" data-original-width="794" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYNjFS00wh1PlYfEcQxdOfcqKAqWSWsOddlgiyIvBxZfcJNcYz6V78t0_wqf0bKUbKjVslX2qnGSrSMyiHKtQ1MXSKnwL6QBmjwjJRs56UoqUznKrU32utRhvy-vWZ82EL5_b9rmo6Ph3zPy951Bngj1lEL3C8DaReUFWrQsn2mg4OlUT0ajXxS8zkJQ/s320/247833624_10227867918460288_8909864595612247579_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The VPLL patterns arrive and I've already used the hat pattern in my Gunne Sax Holiday ensemble. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhQhLW_jhp5TDSAq2GV8tIJpGTSTfx2EU-KdRfNEEGWIMJHcQbMl73prvQohepBvTn-ouA4m0XzI6YWArku1U4wfWxJjvTTnCAZhlzPpA88PO2-x_zt9pGhD8a32sVatcV184Xeu2c6G8Sk41OSQE9hyS17EhdI5BfwtFEslpwmMmmsQH-sx50pyRpoA/s610/272446110_10228423360585994_598298390919712691_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="610" data-original-width="488" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhQhLW_jhp5TDSAq2GV8tIJpGTSTfx2EU-KdRfNEEGWIMJHcQbMl73prvQohepBvTn-ouA4m0XzI6YWArku1U4wfWxJjvTTnCAZhlzPpA88PO2-x_zt9pGhD8a32sVatcV184Xeu2c6G8Sk41OSQE9hyS17EhdI5BfwtFEslpwmMmmsQH-sx50pyRpoA/s320/272446110_10228423360585994_598298390919712691_n.jpg" width="256" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Amy is an extraordinary costumer and we have attended extraordinary events together. She has a collection of patterns and graciously loaned me one which is so stylish. I love the pleating on the front of the skirt and the jacket is a wonderful addition.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7e1HsyAs0HcDqRVRFktUyJKO7-TD3G4sRXrmFG-bQC7_vKXwfELPVGoAepVJUTt6FOMuZtgx04qvBIGMjSUOW9WbjlihYte_7QAC-mRx0G1l4B3fCWAQ-uas6OscFC1eVY4tYYq85i2xLm7segFL9zkxVcQe49YyCGEL1Uf19MDEx4wvv-3WjekdeOQ/s2015/257373572_10228037496499633_1971501055973486859_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2015" data-original-width="1120" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7e1HsyAs0HcDqRVRFktUyJKO7-TD3G4sRXrmFG-bQC7_vKXwfELPVGoAepVJUTt6FOMuZtgx04qvBIGMjSUOW9WbjlihYte_7QAC-mRx0G1l4B3fCWAQ-uas6OscFC1eVY4tYYq85i2xLm7segFL9zkxVcQe49YyCGEL1Uf19MDEx4wvv-3WjekdeOQ/s320/257373572_10228037496499633_1971501055973486859_n.jpg" width="178" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhz1tDiDGhvX--ik8g4cMd74avrTS3yOjFkNGiH9RpfL0aYiUE8zPgvm-riMciegNhzzSeoQXgi-MOuakSfi7tDl6irmpkLKJAKMZeAewdMbxTETCMN7T7G9tiEP5k1Rx0veudHK2lulrh2Z8j6wFonCCYdtpisvx9_xhPMzcpVy5CsBh1DoLQI7GeSnQ/s960/272582590_10228423369826225_5569388932531554296_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhz1tDiDGhvX--ik8g4cMd74avrTS3yOjFkNGiH9RpfL0aYiUE8zPgvm-riMciegNhzzSeoQXgi-MOuakSfi7tDl6irmpkLKJAKMZeAewdMbxTETCMN7T7G9tiEP5k1Rx0veudHK2lulrh2Z8j6wFonCCYdtpisvx9_xhPMzcpVy5CsBh1DoLQI7GeSnQ/s320/272582590_10228423369826225_5569388932531554296_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The pattern and instructions are fragile with age. The pattern is a light tissue without markings and shows the signs of years of being packed away. I gently open and iron the pattern pieces. They are now rolled in the paper that I will use to trace the pattern so as to retain the delicate tissue original. This pattern is a true treasure and I'm looking forward to making the dress and jacket. Thank you, Amy!!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjokkEVIef_MoTqls_hm1pOkv62qXYzsZZRltsn8e8NCcpVq1Czk6zuKYOWpFspB3x3ROWZ3m7TGGTzWCQTtSaAjL7cUhJfl8ZaFuIDrRejgP8hIR8SCo0OWgTWFPtfAKEQviT_htTSxT29t7q9XPtEZru9PjS4katvXseIsFwPV_E6q8R_-9Y60zg3Iw/s960/272438117_10228423378066431_9203994005157982662_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjokkEVIef_MoTqls_hm1pOkv62qXYzsZZRltsn8e8NCcpVq1Czk6zuKYOWpFspB3x3ROWZ3m7TGGTzWCQTtSaAjL7cUhJfl8ZaFuIDrRejgP8hIR8SCo0OWgTWFPtfAKEQviT_htTSxT29t7q9XPtEZru9PjS4katvXseIsFwPV_E6q8R_-9Y60zg3Iw/s320/272438117_10228423378066431_9203994005157982662_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLauHNP0uZ-8askEuU6Zd63ePhE6DDFSf2gHfMx6GcwVTPqEl_YbwOVzXIzDC-8ExgrujjjX3Sb2aoK0I8B6Qkitqs3Uv-mk3-sKnF5j0qzfl_DZeOANhy3WWWDC0iOaMqb3ADjw-2olKLOvLN2q0S_jrJ86aAVzBA5Jkgier5oY6JupGBoSEdMrwCfg/s960/272389179_10228423371226260_3581925585872806266_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLauHNP0uZ-8askEuU6Zd63ePhE6DDFSf2gHfMx6GcwVTPqEl_YbwOVzXIzDC-8ExgrujjjX3Sb2aoK0I8B6Qkitqs3Uv-mk3-sKnF5j0qzfl_DZeOANhy3WWWDC0iOaMqb3ADjw-2olKLOvLN2q0S_jrJ86aAVzBA5Jkgier5oY6JupGBoSEdMrwCfg/s320/272389179_10228423371226260_3581925585872806266_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-Kb2M3UB731EqzqkfMA9_I-e4F6yw3cvThxN7kFFJOnA--Nv5aeGpwUppj5HgqrroplqmXBCAEg51idG1b2pPWwp7mi8UXILOs7EeHHwUAdKqsyjCK5Smm4E2HN-C2XcEaF7d5SQkgaAD27aSF3o4gn0e6plgRpbkgQB6AoRHtrdMqW795exuDn6_oA/s960/278156550_10228858799751701_6478986547897013924_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="528" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-Kb2M3UB731EqzqkfMA9_I-e4F6yw3cvThxN7kFFJOnA--Nv5aeGpwUppj5HgqrroplqmXBCAEg51idG1b2pPWwp7mi8UXILOs7EeHHwUAdKqsyjCK5Smm4E2HN-C2XcEaF7d5SQkgaAD27aSF3o4gn0e6plgRpbkgQB6AoRHtrdMqW795exuDn6_oA/s320/278156550_10228858799751701_6478986547897013924_n.jpg" width="176" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">It was perfect timing that Gina decided to destash some of her patterns and I picked up these two Simplicity re-release of their 1930s Vintage patterns. Thank you, Gina!!</div></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheF4fvkTsuQdEAGFUv2VsSOCQu0XujeiCdQ2IlUN2X-z9XeWUcRpE3nUwsiTFk3yNOmjzU_PgVoSRI56jcUV4JTDHyC0xwRnXeB7ybHRMjQ0nr8wPVKOUuRJvaC2Krbh3ZEAw3mo1-xFE3xGebyIXhpkTlQGHdUsh1V10m_Oow-YPLq50Y_m15w1nn3Q/s960/277744295_10228814547565424_6701654847153218265_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheF4fvkTsuQdEAGFUv2VsSOCQu0XujeiCdQ2IlUN2X-z9XeWUcRpE3nUwsiTFk3yNOmjzU_PgVoSRI56jcUV4JTDHyC0xwRnXeB7ybHRMjQ0nr8wPVKOUuRJvaC2Krbh3ZEAw3mo1-xFE3xGebyIXhpkTlQGHdUsh1V10m_Oow-YPLq50Y_m15w1nn3Q/s320/277744295_10228814547565424_6701654847153218265_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFisPbhxLMgIcdp6Kc8EdeVRmrDAsmCHagnM5swyE45UdHyvWFD74ndv5HBLtPXJxb8Bk_jjLr-p156Ijb3oAIJhq8guFhsW75jv7PCaTRw3oz_JP-Xj66NpldyhixbyLMa-u068KUj5GjyzbPh0M9bIYBDqTDcBDp_0x4aR46woXE173qOZJoQ-jSgw/s960/277505658_10228814548045436_7902088346070070998_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFisPbhxLMgIcdp6Kc8EdeVRmrDAsmCHagnM5swyE45UdHyvWFD74ndv5HBLtPXJxb8Bk_jjLr-p156Ijb3oAIJhq8guFhsW75jv7PCaTRw3oz_JP-Xj66NpldyhixbyLMa-u068KUj5GjyzbPh0M9bIYBDqTDcBDp_0x4aR46woXE173qOZJoQ-jSgw/s320/277505658_10228814548045436_7902088346070070998_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Wearing History patterns are a favorite of mine as they always fit me well. They also offer such stylish vintage designs. I've purchased the pattern in a digital download for the Moderne 1930s Art Deco Dress and am looking forward to sewing and wearing it!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhORrnTHeMj2Lfyz4BxzkUZkGpMIgGwmj1CVO4clZC92iTm1nUEWK0OYWe60Sn1q8lwBDVE9VvIWAVnEE2AJz0wE44gfKeOfHvwIWDXxn7tXCFAaqOqPPncP1D23LwmF2GJlX-3gg0a7P1_du85caeBZZqKEuZJ2tck3QkF_fL_9lfUcgevSBOW_E-AUw/s794/246420564_10227839837478281_1173239048248376478_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="794" data-original-width="794" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhORrnTHeMj2Lfyz4BxzkUZkGpMIgGwmj1CVO4clZC92iTm1nUEWK0OYWe60Sn1q8lwBDVE9VvIWAVnEE2AJz0wE44gfKeOfHvwIWDXxn7tXCFAaqOqPPncP1D23LwmF2GJlX-3gg0a7P1_du85caeBZZqKEuZJ2tck3QkF_fL_9lfUcgevSBOW_E-AUw/s320/246420564_10227839837478281_1173239048248376478_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I've previously purchased and sewn the Wearing History Smooth Sailing Trousers pattern. This will be a perfect piece to coordinate with other pieces in the wardrobe for a more casual day look or for the time in London prior to sailing. Very Katharine Hepburn!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjw2u52nsv1Zl-YN7u5XbmuDaQLb5ltYbedq_oTvi_uUTfeSu1wdo9c4lu4fKnBbk_QA5vLrTBO7QbP5V4_1h-bEwhiWkraOdnqiTN7Ca4y4eQTugAyZlmRPh19LuQIS5q_5qmb91PWg_Te-Mz1SUuvVimfSQMvyvk3em-aKimYiSi3jyGNkxkbDs8XAw/s888/272346196_10228423382186534_4491481543370376653_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="888" data-original-width="512" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjw2u52nsv1Zl-YN7u5XbmuDaQLb5ltYbedq_oTvi_uUTfeSu1wdo9c4lu4fKnBbk_QA5vLrTBO7QbP5V4_1h-bEwhiWkraOdnqiTN7Ca4y4eQTugAyZlmRPh19LuQIS5q_5qmb91PWg_Te-Mz1SUuvVimfSQMvyvk3em-aKimYiSi3jyGNkxkbDs8XAw/s320/272346196_10228423382186534_4491481543370376653_n.jpg" width="185" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And speaking of Katharine Hepburn, I couldn't resist this pattern from EvaDress! It is from an original 1933 Butterick pattern and Katharine Hepburn wore the original suit in the 1933 movie Christopher Strong.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZpB70k2HVRKiG6jCamRXGR9xu2sWX732S4_Q-1RlABxfdMkfDVXRfw6-rw9CBwg7S6fx9OmuwrCWUo-eHXNzW9uugNYYqMQFQhsFS5YJ0tl036v-iG4dKN9DXs94KJtBGJHKNBE3mDRyCzgzYQwgOIA-d3Mc4u8lFqO1z-84X-teJSIDij55vGO3RnQ/s1113/260829464_10228094718290142_8775615722474171199_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1113" data-original-width="794" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZpB70k2HVRKiG6jCamRXGR9xu2sWX732S4_Q-1RlABxfdMkfDVXRfw6-rw9CBwg7S6fx9OmuwrCWUo-eHXNzW9uugNYYqMQFQhsFS5YJ0tl036v-iG4dKN9DXs94KJtBGJHKNBE3mDRyCzgzYQwgOIA-d3Mc4u8lFqO1z-84X-teJSIDij55vGO3RnQ/s320/260829464_10228094718290142_8775615722474171199_n.jpg" width="228" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjAldc7ux2pawbCcOh2yPUtENqzXe-ZNSOAX_3mny8RZUjoBtZYB6VH0RobsdboBSWpD2UmLeN_SdoT5fjVZT0kr2qxKPAh0cLBSRBYuEEhCmeRqa9WfqgqeGB9eRE2fNojJlLDC9QETqCXtgR550hg8_3l1k_nqV39DqDrEk8t2XHKwqL4VTKhzoLnA/s1372/278536980_10228891271763481_672920478349188354_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1372" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjAldc7ux2pawbCcOh2yPUtENqzXe-ZNSOAX_3mny8RZUjoBtZYB6VH0RobsdboBSWpD2UmLeN_SdoT5fjVZT0kr2qxKPAh0cLBSRBYuEEhCmeRqa9WfqgqeGB9eRE2fNojJlLDC9QETqCXtgR550hg8_3l1k_nqV39DqDrEk8t2XHKwqL4VTKhzoLnA/s320/278536980_10228891271763481_672920478349188354_n.jpg" width="149" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-EaVUXjSwlSSLyObyQVUh9lzFvpfR6uUlzM8K20L4iJendKbQN_8lARQsnQxLWfvatGgW47T0FhS17HklECyEXYEUVOMaeUOZCsxDkNN6mk_cMLF4nOlkU1o7RL2SByv0tUS9CaQKeTncsTN-LAycS9f7TkfwmsaQJs_pYgU9_AOqVmOUtpQPV13cxg/s960/278499889_10228891271283469_383818305348840374_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-EaVUXjSwlSSLyObyQVUh9lzFvpfR6uUlzM8K20L4iJendKbQN_8lARQsnQxLWfvatGgW47T0FhS17HklECyEXYEUVOMaeUOZCsxDkNN6mk_cMLF4nOlkU1o7RL2SByv0tUS9CaQKeTncsTN-LAycS9f7TkfwmsaQJs_pYgU9_AOqVmOUtpQPV13cxg/s320/278499889_10228891271283469_383818305348840374_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;">I purchased this as a paper pattern and will be making a wearable mockup for a stash swap and the release of the new Downton Abbey movie in May.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXxunlz_cJU-X7K0S7U2DTuMW8rvGxYIIH6X99IMiGJfTn6V8cCODauZoou_CvMhM5ZqQk8zNWifL1N9BcteZy6lJ8a-s24oi96yxi3-SbvwgB273dXVw9ke_sAoCMAVLB4No5mKRToWhMvQph2tXl1jayY12aKVM7vyE8kus1Uyb4nN5aE8pe7ONB6w/s960/277740735_10228814554925608_3845991566463229239_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXxunlz_cJU-X7K0S7U2DTuMW8rvGxYIIH6X99IMiGJfTn6V8cCODauZoou_CvMhM5ZqQk8zNWifL1N9BcteZy6lJ8a-s24oi96yxi3-SbvwgB273dXVw9ke_sAoCMAVLB4No5mKRToWhMvQph2tXl1jayY12aKVM7vyE8kus1Uyb4nN5aE8pe7ONB6w/s320/277740735_10228814554925608_3845991566463229239_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And the pattern includes THAT HAT! 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This divided skirt will also be perfect for more casual days.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUA4avJjIkIln7NRQxIdblzhmHQHPtM-6ylN--O8jES_elmc5WRdY8irUATXe_LBp4LC_WR2N75XldDLdqxLVWEg7DJtA3AlyRWtDBcJ8C0UXK4d7iFDfKiiMPhHe2DUAjMfht5L0s8MxdrjkhY0da46c2P6vOGSrVfHnNgk3JtRWmeRG5ury8Ry7Ojg/s960/248084172_10227867919580316_5302322565492482440_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="763" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUA4avJjIkIln7NRQxIdblzhmHQHPtM-6ylN--O8jES_elmc5WRdY8irUATXe_LBp4LC_WR2N75XldDLdqxLVWEg7DJtA3AlyRWtDBcJ8C0UXK4d7iFDfKiiMPhHe2DUAjMfht5L0s8MxdrjkhY0da46c2P6vOGSrVfHnNgk3JtRWmeRG5ury8Ry7Ojg/s320/248084172_10227867919580316_5302322565492482440_n.jpg" width="254" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;">There was a 1930s beauty that found me through Etsy and it now resides in my home. This will also be worn with the new Downton Abbey movie costume.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRMbIzzSdS4mjkEYCJkg4kNajzI5wFvQqZurOxoktomMRIj9njFEIIDBydRTaNuukZOB_8QqQ3YQlUFOXuQBvG_lyDQ_nDVqNb4eayvFu4G0B5hvVtvP7ss9eaY3171eopyZn8mkfq3ouYdE7H5Gxon3vExFh0rfzRowh-Kf3MlORq1Afg83QgHzAEuw/s1179/241176957_10228167966601304_2596171183420612701_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1179" data-original-width="633" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRMbIzzSdS4mjkEYCJkg4kNajzI5wFvQqZurOxoktomMRIj9njFEIIDBydRTaNuukZOB_8QqQ3YQlUFOXuQBvG_lyDQ_nDVqNb4eayvFu4G0B5hvVtvP7ss9eaY3171eopyZn8mkfq3ouYdE7H5Gxon3vExFh0rfzRowh-Kf3MlORq1Afg83QgHzAEuw/s320/241176957_10228167966601304_2596171183420612701_n.jpg" width="172" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBV7akLAjSapuYCcj2J_FLSQbxrDp8aQdUK8XbwoVNyQTkcc-yIA0UxAD8yah7i52ljgHZGBjJOn4WRlTW9bQHRK3Ye6cdI5h54Dqxb5V583DfZxDl3g2yPqwD-YUsuoQ--Pak9cmrGrXF1989-PmU5AN7NXgGhT427PadyRNaUNatgVftog_dhveDtA/s960/277735565_10228814555565624_3826609450291998645_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBV7akLAjSapuYCcj2J_FLSQbxrDp8aQdUK8XbwoVNyQTkcc-yIA0UxAD8yah7i52ljgHZGBjJOn4WRlTW9bQHRK3Ye6cdI5h54Dqxb5V583DfZxDl3g2yPqwD-YUsuoQ--Pak9cmrGrXF1989-PmU5AN7NXgGhT427PadyRNaUNatgVftog_dhveDtA/s320/277735565_10228814555565624_3826609450291998645_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_jMXWKEdSDnZ4p01HYOT1WhngK3gxNTivHs5r2PwO-5TCmK75U63mv-jmQeg2cm_TZg9e8LHcGOBE4VXQIFH9zxHThyJmPy8Suj1x9FExRx6lV2FK_PHTB4uYQeCedwedr17n5ayNrb0MLs_TJ4SIFx27kIsr-NQGAZrcauzre85vULdYicyNMNUQKA/s960/277791752_10228814556325643_2273876845700040947_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_jMXWKEdSDnZ4p01HYOT1WhngK3gxNTivHs5r2PwO-5TCmK75U63mv-jmQeg2cm_TZg9e8LHcGOBE4VXQIFH9zxHThyJmPy8Suj1x9FExRx6lV2FK_PHTB4uYQeCedwedr17n5ayNrb0MLs_TJ4SIFx27kIsr-NQGAZrcauzre85vULdYicyNMNUQKA/s320/277791752_10228814556325643_2273876845700040947_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Shoes, Shoes, Shoes</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">There are some stylish and perfect shoes for a 1930s impression. Saint Savoy, Memery, Aris Allen, Modcloth, Re-Mix, and American Duchess. None have made it to my house just yet, but they are in online carts waiting for that moment of weakness. Ha!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnDptVMUGvsOEMTHqgKXAITFhI5LmZ_lx6jJYODK7pEgK66DUo-LtMXWRdsNIdhrFXHrqQGGK78hRSLMkgWml2ytgms1Y_yiNYUhZQz4NsCuVwo9AhmTHsVg-zo6DSOEbOT8dlXoU6-mF62EfhIrPpAf0ct0PIJaOqsNyGCbfLy3pl1zqSaNM3WkPJww/s1233/253039271_10227960383811864_715738828980723809_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1233" data-original-width="635" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnDptVMUGvsOEMTHqgKXAITFhI5LmZ_lx6jJYODK7pEgK66DUo-LtMXWRdsNIdhrFXHrqQGGK78hRSLMkgWml2ytgms1Y_yiNYUhZQz4NsCuVwo9AhmTHsVg-zo6DSOEbOT8dlXoU6-mF62EfhIrPpAf0ct0PIJaOqsNyGCbfLy3pl1zqSaNM3WkPJww/s320/253039271_10227960383811864_715738828980723809_n.jpg" width="165" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Evening Wear</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I'm not one to dress flashy but I think if there ever was a time in my life to do that, this crossing is the perfect time. This trip is truly a once-in-a-lifetime and as I view patterns I make informed and solid decisions based on what gets my heart racing. That is the only criteria. There are six evenings and I decide to go all out for fun and flash!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The sleeved evening gown in the center of the 7-piece Vintage Pattern Lending Library packet is one that I envision this in a black velvet.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrsCUhKze6XW_CZBB27iLeSbVC2iuoWweC99NTxwJvxSF0met-gpwuLyxr-3MEDwo-IbiFYWzpGcGXhCWJYrs0bhROcXUQhkH-R8MMoT7waW1cErKRnAUL1y_i2TOwoA_Xdj6t3AUO6ZNLSGfQDxpkkKquT08sz_0MLNcZEt6whIS7XXlexIxsK0dv2g/s794/247833624_10227867918460288_8909864595612247579_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="794" data-original-width="794" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrsCUhKze6XW_CZBB27iLeSbVC2iuoWweC99NTxwJvxSF0met-gpwuLyxr-3MEDwo-IbiFYWzpGcGXhCWJYrs0bhROcXUQhkH-R8MMoT7waW1cErKRnAUL1y_i2TOwoA_Xdj6t3AUO6ZNLSGfQDxpkkKquT08sz_0MLNcZEt6whIS7XXlexIxsK0dv2g/s320/247833624_10227867918460288_8909864595612247579_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">A Wearing History pattern from their Resto-Vival offerings, Manhatten Evening Dress.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0A_e_lDpRBtMEK7dPjMa7UeMRog-NvLTCjPAVedYowQliI8AAGC2PvCff1_vhyHuaqAHGjVMA7Hg30Yfj0e5GNe4VqGkFY8usNxi6X5f91NvoVxzAR4ocedrBbV_23SPBrscWHbbB26-K7GZuYC9FMFgqAoP-F_tFv8y5_Hi-ylq5ftulIvs8xoE1wA/s794/246368737_10227839836758263_8182064861402508068_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="794" data-original-width="794" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0A_e_lDpRBtMEK7dPjMa7UeMRog-NvLTCjPAVedYowQliI8AAGC2PvCff1_vhyHuaqAHGjVMA7Hg30Yfj0e5GNe4VqGkFY8usNxi6X5f91NvoVxzAR4ocedrBbV_23SPBrscWHbbB26-K7GZuYC9FMFgqAoP-F_tFv8y5_Hi-ylq5ftulIvs8xoE1wA/s320/246368737_10227839836758263_8182064861402508068_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">From Bright Young Things on Etsy, a 1935/36 Evening Dress with skirt, blouse, and waistcoat purchased in digital download for me to print at home.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY-7ipD76Bi2u7c2WvnSVG9WSQWGxXtluIA_9SoxRJ1xTvnKJ4UWr0J69HJLuRdErekj5AD5eYCXGYh_63Ws5kKNORF49F494S1TxgMlOgMhxtwSPIRVMcRT2VBLFR6mxVyPdYK_BiLx58n-_bUeuw2xDsci96SifUQKmWCvl3BmUq-DN_jF74VA6e2A/s960/246418830_10227857045548472_9146964872616074113_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="679" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY-7ipD76Bi2u7c2WvnSVG9WSQWGxXtluIA_9SoxRJ1xTvnKJ4UWr0J69HJLuRdErekj5AD5eYCXGYh_63Ws5kKNORF49F494S1TxgMlOgMhxtwSPIRVMcRT2VBLFR6mxVyPdYK_BiLx58n-_bUeuw2xDsci96SifUQKmWCvl3BmUq-DN_jF74VA6e2A/s320/246418830_10227857045548472_9146964872616074113_n.jpg" width="226" /></a></div><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh581KGvvsr-q7pDNNTfOXigj2xdiY96qja-S853WJT4RGFRdMihHQDJX0nHzhNBDgQ5A_vcDyXoQj6j59eA0kR-sF9iTcTT4jw5yD6rVe1l1s2OU1bxZlSDTKeMWMqOxVtbQCZycviP2wRykBXFcvdpmMfhAwaWoOL14KvdaQXzxvYgF11h-bE0tCMig/s960/277674653_10228814553645576_4564904716401364634_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh581KGvvsr-q7pDNNTfOXigj2xdiY96qja-S853WJT4RGFRdMihHQDJX0nHzhNBDgQ5A_vcDyXoQj6j59eA0kR-sF9iTcTT4jw5yD6rVe1l1s2OU1bxZlSDTKeMWMqOxVtbQCZycviP2wRykBXFcvdpmMfhAwaWoOL14KvdaQXzxvYgF11h-bE0tCMig/s320/277674653_10228814553645576_4564904716401364634_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">McCall 9009 Dinner Dress in a paper pattern. Yes, it was the sleeves that got me!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfsAIeC3A7a-gSRuM8FoLFPDqLx-vwNInRH6zA8WYtorWDfs61_eZRBgqhUwQJrwqqRT2Z9_mCZSb2yFYhZDggAv6tst51Ta5yfiXdb49GYUnf6uOrI0sY4Ew1juKxsWQhhDaoGCtbIFF9pAswzZP0_tLCosjrbdolD-bBKehm2mWtiH18c3uYq3vKOA/s960/247352774_10227857046668500_7793023664695410308_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="753" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfsAIeC3A7a-gSRuM8FoLFPDqLx-vwNInRH6zA8WYtorWDfs61_eZRBgqhUwQJrwqqRT2Z9_mCZSb2yFYhZDggAv6tst51Ta5yfiXdb49GYUnf6uOrI0sY4Ew1juKxsWQhhDaoGCtbIFF9pAswzZP0_tLCosjrbdolD-bBKehm2mWtiH18c3uYq3vKOA/w314-h400/247352774_10227857046668500_7793023664695410308_n.jpg" width="314" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And a dream gown from Everlasting Art Design on Etsy, a seller based in Latvia. A 1930s split sleeve evening gown from a 1934 German sewing pattern magazine.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_LoU1L46UTSjTFoLvbK30aPZNbGg7MJAkC6v8JpJTToNoCK4hFUijdnDeJtkulfguJqvreQbCmX2pjmuzj8MabAP85iNtq0_7m0OLhyrIcEv4TWfJM-GKK0ZJ2-SInUFkI5j6XPc2sFNZdZa7LgYJTJeH01mh-3INFpIZ-aOc0j6Cg8I-4m162gkFaA/s1161/272329811_10228423361906027_4465911655965520375_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1161" data-original-width="636" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_LoU1L46UTSjTFoLvbK30aPZNbGg7MJAkC6v8JpJTToNoCK4hFUijdnDeJtkulfguJqvreQbCmX2pjmuzj8MabAP85iNtq0_7m0OLhyrIcEv4TWfJM-GKK0ZJ2-SInUFkI5j6XPc2sFNZdZa7LgYJTJeH01mh-3INFpIZ-aOc0j6Cg8I-4m162gkFaA/s320/272329811_10228423361906027_4465911655965520375_n.jpg" width="175" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0rTlqWnBf3g-lztx8Dc93laZSnLeF_7zhY0rvch_TLcxJ8sf3K8kGyS1t-uSnUHnvKGsInht8kvGYPcqywQxls8f6S5Bn6Pd_5P-0ATZ3MBzNEKjwX92pm8wddvTLUeUVhvVczf9z85YKGceZ0aPlYnch4JB2bAjUEz6rdIX0oBNQtROWhQLi7qDrqQ/s926/248284331_10227867920580341_3692477426510431909_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="926" data-original-width="794" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0rTlqWnBf3g-lztx8Dc93laZSnLeF_7zhY0rvch_TLcxJ8sf3K8kGyS1t-uSnUHnvKGsInht8kvGYPcqywQxls8f6S5Bn6Pd_5P-0ATZ3MBzNEKjwX92pm8wddvTLUeUVhvVczf9z85YKGceZ0aPlYnch4JB2bAjUEz6rdIX0oBNQtROWhQLi7qDrqQ/s320/248284331_10227867920580341_3692477426510431909_n.jpg" width="274" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOiyBbHWNTRVyum9QZvEVuiPCZluFXqXGsUoaqSG8ujNUYX-zCWI-zYoebqjKR7W0WjsPFwPKXc7Ei01KWy5TWpiCwpf_7Ku33Rmlm6tGVfirzmv6EsH2FHMNyfRHGknZSiwrvXG_m9AFY0iR55JhWKFXcRHGmiUWw4xfFssKBL0iuREFDGPwCNOi31Q/s960/272336962_10228423362746048_3702976860409063895_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="768" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOiyBbHWNTRVyum9QZvEVuiPCZluFXqXGsUoaqSG8ujNUYX-zCWI-zYoebqjKR7W0WjsPFwPKXc7Ei01KWy5TWpiCwpf_7Ku33Rmlm6tGVfirzmv6EsH2FHMNyfRHGknZSiwrvXG_m9AFY0iR55JhWKFXcRHGmiUWw4xfFssKBL0iuREFDGPwCNOi31Q/s320/272336962_10228423362746048_3702976860409063895_n.jpg" width="256" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The two paper patterns from international sellers arrive on the same day.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNUCqrRopwHNhXOI6g3mP0NBZszhAcYjgmEhkqUhfYmmZ_lI_D7cT1dZ895IlYnU1YaFqd2M5PEwJRqsiCp424Gh6Cv0GFZjad06XwF-AFfyuF1dHHv-blhTCzbyNo01Mc6Jz74OrNsCCFJPlaYG7Bxjru0WKSAf7eIIQKfRGHEvPBDeOuY1vEgGYx1Q/s960/272345452_10228423380266486_7588778026767665579_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNUCqrRopwHNhXOI6g3mP0NBZszhAcYjgmEhkqUhfYmmZ_lI_D7cT1dZ895IlYnU1YaFqd2M5PEwJRqsiCp424Gh6Cv0GFZjad06XwF-AFfyuF1dHHv-blhTCzbyNo01Mc6Jz74OrNsCCFJPlaYG7Bxjru0WKSAf7eIIQKfRGHEvPBDeOuY1vEgGYx1Q/s320/272345452_10228423380266486_7588778026767665579_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The crossing is 7 days and 6 nights and, you're right, that's only 5 evening gowns. Because I have to save something for a surprise!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8wq-imfieWLPM19pYnKmKYqh24xKjxjpx9nBPfxy-RyCwkjq_v9WwUgtfhdWXjCAltD1sfW5xomSgYZO8SB6aIq8uM5VFJPrDDGGV394enIPemZcdomRRynh5iq1JcNHNs17iS-bUwXyTsipyiJE3Ns6nJCZm1EJO0cyQQesXcL8P5ylbwfPfU8QX_Q/s483/272355214_10228423366026130_7229891098351038140_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="483" data-original-width="391" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8wq-imfieWLPM19pYnKmKYqh24xKjxjpx9nBPfxy-RyCwkjq_v9WwUgtfhdWXjCAltD1sfW5xomSgYZO8SB6aIq8uM5VFJPrDDGGV394enIPemZcdomRRynh5iq1JcNHNs17iS-bUwXyTsipyiJE3Ns6nJCZm1EJO0cyQQesXcL8P5ylbwfPfU8QX_Q/s320/272355214_10228423366026130_7229891098351038140_n.jpg" width="259" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><b>Fabrics and Bits</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">As I mentioned before, my colors will be limited to shades of black and white creating opportunities for mix-and-match and wearability of the daywear when I return home. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">In my research of vintage fabrics I discovered rayon. Rayon is a great travelling fabric and a great choice for this era. It is a semi-synthetic fiber made from natural sources such as wood and agricultural products, but chemically treated. While rayon was invented in 1846 and manufactured in the United States since 1911, it was called artificial silk until 1924 and a less expensive alternative to silk.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpqHCvLaTbZENU4Ad4yctyhCiQOQne7_ckiYH0cBZ9CwydAEkbkRn3HARg5t0nmsP5NmmI-hQ_ItcmAIN0m_MddeNUgPHkKHlrUPEtCja8R5OfYTrZLRNHTx894UrYywGS1EhAiTPYFEGSloivz3-ehXnyYfxL7JLKYsQcyoEuHAz3jrvUxv48jmifUA/s643/rayon.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="268" data-original-width="643" height="133" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpqHCvLaTbZENU4Ad4yctyhCiQOQne7_ckiYH0cBZ9CwydAEkbkRn3HARg5t0nmsP5NmmI-hQ_ItcmAIN0m_MddeNUgPHkKHlrUPEtCja8R5OfYTrZLRNHTx894UrYywGS1EhAiTPYFEGSloivz3-ehXnyYfxL7JLKYsQcyoEuHAz3jrvUxv48jmifUA/s320/rayon.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Some of the rayon fabrics I find during the November sales include a solid black and the pattern very popular in the 1930s - polka dots!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRhrCBaHTlAAvkaExxu4IJXqQasEDlbd73Lz904F-DYMaqLlMK44KE7uuIuuYHksAkMI828zd-_-YSHvJ6oz78_sKD2-1DcZfneJYkt-a43nal_aveE104zHly0B9bfe3UwUrQVPtKPSGKVn45emPkxFbacMGKKt05aVru3-PoZyHf7FCUkJxD552s9Q/s960/277749567_10228814562925808_8680550946576520109_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRhrCBaHTlAAvkaExxu4IJXqQasEDlbd73Lz904F-DYMaqLlMK44KE7uuIuuYHksAkMI828zd-_-YSHvJ6oz78_sKD2-1DcZfneJYkt-a43nal_aveE104zHly0B9bfe3UwUrQVPtKPSGKVn45emPkxFbacMGKKt05aVru3-PoZyHf7FCUkJxD552s9Q/s320/277749567_10228814562925808_8680550946576520109_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmrFacjPqYMgYjbAnAueylhytBgtJCsdJXXeOwXkm_4S2u4ZAhOG6y67SWlJ8H5-fb16H9IQchtja7rXktAOAJPEcsgM_TG8z6sHgtfcFfNaBH1-SRCFAHJ_s7ThAQnXWXgmlPmpq0cysDUW7Vs4K0-1jgmGkXY2Us_7kTfdx3x32UFrcP9mkfaZaVtA/s794/260637619_10228089457158617_6691813725023791847_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="635" data-original-width="794" height="256" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmrFacjPqYMgYjbAnAueylhytBgtJCsdJXXeOwXkm_4S2u4ZAhOG6y67SWlJ8H5-fb16H9IQchtja7rXktAOAJPEcsgM_TG8z6sHgtfcFfNaBH1-SRCFAHJ_s7ThAQnXWXgmlPmpq0cysDUW7Vs4K0-1jgmGkXY2Us_7kTfdx3x32UFrcP9mkfaZaVtA/s320/260637619_10228089457158617_6691813725023791847_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi96Iwc0lNXcZBgfCkCm6cPby4zS2kpX-s1AZZZ51nzZ90s6grHaPaY0SSuvhiLgvCNu1gdL6mROmTPpaX3pwKoErOOX9yn-V5yGk-_4TLdIPLFar4M-bPunlPupSTrnXltfEhTpX6tos5cXX_pHUpIqilZOm3c38TGzfzMBt-JutzPrxlQBeEBcLJvOQ/s960/277731778_10228814562245791_717105686129820303_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi96Iwc0lNXcZBgfCkCm6cPby4zS2kpX-s1AZZZ51nzZ90s6grHaPaY0SSuvhiLgvCNu1gdL6mROmTPpaX3pwKoErOOX9yn-V5yGk-_4TLdIPLFar4M-bPunlPupSTrnXltfEhTpX6tos5cXX_pHUpIqilZOm3c38TGzfzMBt-JutzPrxlQBeEBcLJvOQ/s320/277731778_10228814562245791_717105686129820303_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">A glen plaid was on sale and the perfect amount to make Amy's pattern. It will pleat beautifully for the front of the skirt.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO9woEqryJLUVe9HNd9I4WCWTQqR8u6B-uvlOdfv5MUSMIw76kyhyzyJKCDE5oeNkfxPQVy1WG054cSsBvQ2J0UyYyh4adZIP74WyNbTyZ2rMVH4zdOhc_7dzaKnxdlhvaEx02sEhzmbJX0pkldzNnECDysaQhUaBpZ1n9WPxy9EBj45DTk-GVJ9ljFg/s960/277672878_10228814563645826_5313295931641460358_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO9woEqryJLUVe9HNd9I4WCWTQqR8u6B-uvlOdfv5MUSMIw76kyhyzyJKCDE5oeNkfxPQVy1WG054cSsBvQ2J0UyYyh4adZIP74WyNbTyZ2rMVH4zdOhc_7dzaKnxdlhvaEx02sEhzmbJX0pkldzNnECDysaQhUaBpZ1n9WPxy9EBj45DTk-GVJ9ljFg/s320/277672878_10228814563645826_5313295931641460358_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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It is exactly what I need for the Bright Young Things blouse. Paired with a luscious black fabric for the skirt and waistcoat and pearl accessories I think this evening ensemble will be fun to wear.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmEzsks2YTPxWTdD5yjFZFjmHXvJWmwx6Otu1WemE6jlyD8KIPhI_zvaWyh2uUcFgRhq7du50ujPoxDt1lA4vIB8yIiZguQxjV9AptTWR70ssGUNi25BMnOJMDpr-v-CfX4PMlx16b533wS46jyP62pW5ZSS7QnGTwTejUw3f0NB3VU7uypI0An18LdA/s960/272376642_10228423379346463_887604606212070235_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmEzsks2YTPxWTdD5yjFZFjmHXvJWmwx6Otu1WemE6jlyD8KIPhI_zvaWyh2uUcFgRhq7du50ujPoxDt1lA4vIB8yIiZguQxjV9AptTWR70ssGUNi25BMnOJMDpr-v-CfX4PMlx16b533wS46jyP62pW5ZSS7QnGTwTejUw3f0NB3VU7uypI0An18LdA/s320/272376642_10228423379346463_887604606212070235_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Or maybe the McCall's 9009. Or maybe.....</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpjKFbWr0x3_BQMhG5GX_D6Pm1nmzWAv3_TdlhJzCiZ-KA9xM2Cvq6q2wiqQxc9m7FyMWGm7t_bVoviJZrDr2RWR3ruPkzPEfbdus5eswVX2ly-0_YhBxz7vVJhOw4vDzrZTYj0pQhMZWPw2VYEYwZ0EEiRPncL9mmJ62G5KvqN2zHSx3Pq2Pk1FUM_Q/s1158/264614418_10228167967361323_770332034859231494_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1158" data-original-width="636" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpjKFbWr0x3_BQMhG5GX_D6Pm1nmzWAv3_TdlhJzCiZ-KA9xM2Cvq6q2wiqQxc9m7FyMWGm7t_bVoviJZrDr2RWR3ruPkzPEfbdus5eswVX2ly-0_YhBxz7vVJhOw4vDzrZTYj0pQhMZWPw2VYEYwZ0EEiRPncL9mmJ62G5KvqN2zHSx3Pq2Pk1FUM_Q/s320/264614418_10228167967361323_770332034859231494_n.jpg" width="176" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_ktUEFE3-g8_6mkVT46cnSE1vVnOwvIiskiiRRaPpuyVB8OR-qYCcZ0Usf3hqh_9ZrqJ0R2BObS-XnR8q8bihndw6DQSi3fP-SBZR-Jeb4w1O8aiiCSsFmFKmp_A3myE872KOB0_mpFCd6OugDCuDy-SHv-ZAW62M9-T2co04wF3xOeAi1kUUKC7DDw/s960/267187665_10228214904934733_9002501250492643390_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_ktUEFE3-g8_6mkVT46cnSE1vVnOwvIiskiiRRaPpuyVB8OR-qYCcZ0Usf3hqh_9ZrqJ0R2BObS-XnR8q8bihndw6DQSi3fP-SBZR-Jeb4w1O8aiiCSsFmFKmp_A3myE872KOB0_mpFCd6OugDCuDy-SHv-ZAW62M9-T2co04wF3xOeAi1kUUKC7DDw/s320/267187665_10228214904934733_9002501250492643390_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1UbdLBOxDTDd3Dhnz26ipmx_gWzz4M_ie_y0wALVdoIajSbTUwbxbOkHj4duuirPF2CiJxGeR3QZ9fs8JHzzKdqwa7PI-V9lsGO0vRUyXvfOwLHgKaRwjZtfk3igHvGhnJ9L9l0oko9MUBZ6aB9d7d7CcTrHYnlEShnfRf4QMteE7dA91vrnhrQ1_NQ/s960/267389537_10228214906014760_2981808593505163465_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1UbdLBOxDTDd3Dhnz26ipmx_gWzz4M_ie_y0wALVdoIajSbTUwbxbOkHj4duuirPF2CiJxGeR3QZ9fs8JHzzKdqwa7PI-V9lsGO0vRUyXvfOwLHgKaRwjZtfk3igHvGhnJ9L9l0oko9MUBZ6aB9d7d7CcTrHYnlEShnfRf4QMteE7dA91vrnhrQ1_NQ/s320/267389537_10228214906014760_2981808593505163465_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Everything was arriving around the same time and now is ready for me to sew mockups.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzFzOM91MgGWURa74ViuGmxw6OL-H2Q3wLZzjRinyd8LTG6WUxd-jmUfeiW29HjiZi0QFIWmEFM8LLb39D-iAto2ZZiD4JLB4pkwDEm5IgtsTSIEXihLfiDsSTB1HPle4mcRfL5ZoiumQu9ua6P-tuRfJxwSb0BmKEM6RiEH3Da_tRpInSNEmPE7PPsQ/s960/275530964_10228713569161027_5079381691671692041_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="528" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzFzOM91MgGWURa74ViuGmxw6OL-H2Q3wLZzjRinyd8LTG6WUxd-jmUfeiW29HjiZi0QFIWmEFM8LLb39D-iAto2ZZiD4JLB4pkwDEm5IgtsTSIEXihLfiDsSTB1HPle4mcRfL5ZoiumQu9ua6P-tuRfJxwSb0BmKEM6RiEH3Da_tRpInSNEmPE7PPsQ/s320/275530964_10228713569161027_5079381691671692041_n.jpg" width="176" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Although I feel good about my plan and the savings I realized by shopping over the holiday sale season, there are still four fabrics I don't have. A white silk satin, a black mid-weight satin, a black velvet, and an all-season black wool. I don't want to purchase those fabrics online as I want to feel them in person. I'll be attending a seminar in the summer and will be driving through a wonderful fabric and trim mecca, All About Fabrics, on my way to the seminar. They are a wholesaler but open to the public one weekend a month. Their buildings are connected and everything is under roof. They usually have an entire area dedicated to 25,000 yards of remnants and you can find me there.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgphK2RskWTLYvTz_ZB3aEYBjgUpUIDPxf4_VnS0vb5eepUkZZc92_CSOLjR_qKannxuDjgi0nkJMhdSNqSYZdiCqjwOJqEnC1NCxUG0Jpmty0opAFPqzoS8bpMc-DYgGLT2h5xlcJ9znLnUE5pXl6ylwG-3LN98h37ztq4LPEBBnVVVDPdyLTSkd0ryg/s1239/278456341_10228883253603032_6705817628126647343_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1239" data-original-width="633" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgphK2RskWTLYvTz_ZB3aEYBjgUpUIDPxf4_VnS0vb5eepUkZZc92_CSOLjR_qKannxuDjgi0nkJMhdSNqSYZdiCqjwOJqEnC1NCxUG0Jpmty0opAFPqzoS8bpMc-DYgGLT2h5xlcJ9znLnUE5pXl6ylwG-3LN98h37ztq4LPEBBnVVVDPdyLTSkd0ryg/s320/278456341_10228883253603032_6705817628126647343_n.jpg" width="163" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoawJIVkuISPNW3dvHnMe2N3AcQkdJb20YDIessb7iYpc91VlOaxHMrkifjGC09sQOTq1pLwi4SdsxFfKvPcVaq33nWpKdKBRHI8UzFIHvrWFlrJKWiA-VQO1vJkOMHVKncBu5Bcd5jLxNF1Tgc0ktG1_VX30ipm358OWm4nZDSCOpCPHmTRefA8jWpA/s1234/278464696_10228883252723010_8822851132598603660_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1234" data-original-width="631" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoawJIVkuISPNW3dvHnMe2N3AcQkdJb20YDIessb7iYpc91VlOaxHMrkifjGC09sQOTq1pLwi4SdsxFfKvPcVaq33nWpKdKBRHI8UzFIHvrWFlrJKWiA-VQO1vJkOMHVKncBu5Bcd5jLxNF1Tgc0ktG1_VX30ipm358OWm4nZDSCOpCPHmTRefA8jWpA/s320/278464696_10228883252723010_8822851132598603660_n.jpg" width="164" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Thank you for reading this blog post or watching the companion YouTube video. If you aren't subscribed to my channel, please subscribe as I'll be creating separate posts and videos for each project. They won't be in any particular order and I will still have my usual whim-directed Victorian, Edwardian, 18th century, Regency, and fantasy projects that make up my costume journey.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Thank you for being here!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Hugs,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Jeanette</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Companion YouTube Video: <a href="https://youtu.be/mUf8DGFZd28" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/mUf8DGFZd28</a></div><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /></div></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><p></p></div>Jeanettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09186764620925579101noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4439815537233502652.post-59945554949270681282022-04-23T15:38:00.001-04:002022-12-30T10:17:22.776-05:00A Stashbusting Reticule Challenge<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4-NcIBc3Leh-16AZeREyLaP0SulKibsxItxIm2VRlKFlfLNvo5bcxSWxh0icmT6csOVyV5WaVCCNOb4I51e22AQy6q6RcePrIEw601IEpq6gxUSPH9MI_JsXk5IAC9IVP2M1mLsi79IOJYdISI6k9Aii5BHoaSIswk4BPA5jUFT6ZbvNihvTgSmpCFQ/s1280/ReticuleThumbnail.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4-NcIBc3Leh-16AZeREyLaP0SulKibsxItxIm2VRlKFlfLNvo5bcxSWxh0icmT6csOVyV5WaVCCNOb4I51e22AQy6q6RcePrIEw601IEpq6gxUSPH9MI_JsXk5IAC9IVP2M1mLsi79IOJYdISI6k9Aii5BHoaSIswk4BPA5jUFT6ZbvNihvTgSmpCFQ/s320/ReticuleThumbnail.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: left;">The Greek philosopher Plato wrote: "our need will be the real creator" which has become the proverb "Necessity is the mother of invention".</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrSN0u-GnUUHNhyMHpyBjHqTI4K4N9-wCdKgT1FmC2X5rpwz1h8Zz1TR3oBfsmKIPKdtMQUdEVt69vusYffc5p7qw2L8okX2_JSx7dqG62ZGqKMfDPKNhphD5zm24nVOKsGLlNoHGzvNhcCrKNeI02IUjC5bRw3SoObT1Ba5EcnQv_TfdXi1byhlj-uQ/s1280/Tan%20and%20Grey%20Minimalism%20DIY%20Influencer%20YouTube%20Thumbnail%20Set%20(3).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrSN0u-GnUUHNhyMHpyBjHqTI4K4N9-wCdKgT1FmC2X5rpwz1h8Zz1TR3oBfsmKIPKdtMQUdEVt69vusYffc5p7qw2L8okX2_JSx7dqG62ZGqKMfDPKNhphD5zm24nVOKsGLlNoHGzvNhcCrKNeI02IUjC5bRw3SoObT1Ba5EcnQv_TfdXi1byhlj-uQ/s320/Tan%20and%20Grey%20Minimalism%20DIY%20Influencer%20YouTube%20Thumbnail%20Set%20(3).png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In the world of costuming I believe that "Shortages are the mother of creativity". Whether the shortage is fabric or funds, trims or time, creativity kicks in and often brings forth ideas that would not have occurred if every need were easily met during the process.</div></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgShv0jkJWc8rqVvtBoa_F4ns78ztR-ibuyBSnIp2Bci3M2S5ubbqzAPtsrPq4iP_zztEvsYXfYOgNPbPbPGrO79r35GGpRWO_ouLs2bpeboXho-bMRU7qkP7RnHD26ehBmvsmlbHqF6EwSYBjb5G7BLnTNArLNfWKkwqWGUcJZlCGTbcYORonu9EF0Ng/s1280/Tan%20and%20Grey%20Minimalism%20DIY%20Influencer%20YouTube%20Thumbnail%20Set%20(4).png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="1280" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgShv0jkJWc8rqVvtBoa_F4ns78ztR-ibuyBSnIp2Bci3M2S5ubbqzAPtsrPq4iP_zztEvsYXfYOgNPbPbPGrO79r35GGpRWO_ouLs2bpeboXho-bMRU7qkP7RnHD26ehBmvsmlbHqF6EwSYBjb5G7BLnTNArLNfWKkwqWGUcJZlCGTbcYORonu9EF0Ng/s320/Tan%20and%20Grey%20Minimalism%20DIY%20Influencer%20YouTube%20Thumbnail%20Set%20(4).png" width="320" /></a></div><br />So when Elizabeth offered bundles of limited fabrics and trim and a challenge to create drawstring reticules from the bundle, I jumped in. We could choose in a color range, or a surprise bundle. I decided that being surprised would be extremely fun.<div><br /></div><div>I love reticules and believe they add so much to the impression of a costume as well as being useful if only for something to occupy your hands. I've collected some historical as well as modern reticule patterns.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihQS4IEVsMX8hpm5llFHlSmrTS6ybk2wBhM5AVEWbDCHG2rGadjoXlOtjmCgDVOfw4JwyWK7EYhUDohfDIunP6u0kK0Rz_JvsKAKGrBFDZCQmojwSIiUgyrN5mU87pXPLcES2ewRwpjjNB9zJj4c3uJJrjLz0WQSKPaeDbUJ_WfqXG6oVsUoHfkCHs-A/s640/275911573_10228719382266351_524312968311835136_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihQS4IEVsMX8hpm5llFHlSmrTS6ybk2wBhM5AVEWbDCHG2rGadjoXlOtjmCgDVOfw4JwyWK7EYhUDohfDIunP6u0kK0Rz_JvsKAKGrBFDZCQmojwSIiUgyrN5mU87pXPLcES2ewRwpjjNB9zJj4c3uJJrjLz0WQSKPaeDbUJ_WfqXG6oVsUoHfkCHs-A/s320/275911573_10228719382266351_524312968311835136_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><div><br /></div><div><b>Regency Rose</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>My surprise bundle arrives and everything looks so beautiful and interesting!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEip-k_Ka4AAofLY_ajw6d77f8Zpn0SoApcelszJ8gHtYVjODo8vR_xJqxfl9eoLy84OZ9oIoQ5ETeKmLKc-Lk5_kjrpyn54efKOfCDNFusp8f0JwnjGb8soiU-E7IzkklcPfeuJDagZNYZ1M-IRbnLla5R1WZuSvCy7HJTgoAYEEvR3haCg237hyewS4g/s960/275925515_10228719386066446_2851675393083421427_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEip-k_Ka4AAofLY_ajw6d77f8Zpn0SoApcelszJ8gHtYVjODo8vR_xJqxfl9eoLy84OZ9oIoQ5ETeKmLKc-Lk5_kjrpyn54efKOfCDNFusp8f0JwnjGb8soiU-E7IzkklcPfeuJDagZNYZ1M-IRbnLla5R1WZuSvCy7HJTgoAYEEvR3haCg237hyewS4g/s320/275925515_10228719386066446_2851675393083421427_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">There are two pieces of silk taffeta in a coordinating antique gold and a stripe with a very muted red, antique gold, and pale blue. There is an inner bag of bits and trims.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6ztqucRgjHOtdmDn19wYsmM_t2aH_rHTrJYzLJ1ySq4qe2PHVVu6lhWmirQLOSZSEnm9f9zaSAt5yG4M3jjCZjDjzcdvW1I1dX06hIZaTxmSbxdUS6f87bkC5dSQrmpkod8a1fJuMrhDY6AYDangqtnqBSOSSSDcHTRuuROZfsQgciAl83WijDvw9uA/s960/275892349_10228719386986469_8872248503573251072_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6ztqucRgjHOtdmDn19wYsmM_t2aH_rHTrJYzLJ1ySq4qe2PHVVu6lhWmirQLOSZSEnm9f9zaSAt5yG4M3jjCZjDjzcdvW1I1dX06hIZaTxmSbxdUS6f87bkC5dSQrmpkod8a1fJuMrhDY6AYDangqtnqBSOSSSDcHTRuuROZfsQgciAl83WijDvw9uA/s320/275892349_10228719386986469_8872248503573251072_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>The inner bag has bits of different but coordinating fabric and ribbon and trims.</div><div><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGjsc0YmT0tysLo9qI5SOzl_L3P5tKtlO3JMkZnufWxGG9ot9Xi6NkvrYerAtSI7Gd_zCUCg9aNDGCFd3HBrzZmWY_rPwJ63FhQ5us8VK_ng_Em_ap7Ny-MjiV9CA7Y33x5O1EolYXArkQsnDYjSysZft7FYS3F2TGNkCq8CwoRTLCaevLQ_s1DOtbfw/s960/275947920_10228719388266501_9057373875469567073_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGjsc0YmT0tysLo9qI5SOzl_L3P5tKtlO3JMkZnufWxGG9ot9Xi6NkvrYerAtSI7Gd_zCUCg9aNDGCFd3HBrzZmWY_rPwJ63FhQ5us8VK_ng_Em_ap7Ny-MjiV9CA7Y33x5O1EolYXArkQsnDYjSysZft7FYS3F2TGNkCq8CwoRTLCaevLQ_s1DOtbfw/s320/275947920_10228719388266501_9057373875469567073_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">There is a length of blue taffeta, a square of red twill, a bit of red velvet which has been salvaged but the stitches removed and is very usable, and a piece of wide blue satin.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHtJyt-Vcm9DTotenRUMCqE6VEOXgakiS3zgnYFGGz-WqBcmn0LzbEQJJWBq91GA8UEYIibU76q4uxvd_9xNm9VsEZQ5R3oXAekxA6mUtu35fkPHYL59GIkaf07UIAUgHSZEBqzHue1_0Ux996mZRm7Xvt6OMIwWgCp3ucGugu4aPHU2ymcWw-p2JnYw/s960/275926523_10228719387626485_5089094099653291657_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHtJyt-Vcm9DTotenRUMCqE6VEOXgakiS3zgnYFGGz-WqBcmn0LzbEQJJWBq91GA8UEYIibU76q4uxvd_9xNm9VsEZQ5R3oXAekxA6mUtu35fkPHYL59GIkaf07UIAUgHSZEBqzHue1_0Ux996mZRm7Xvt6OMIwWgCp3ucGugu4aPHU2ymcWw-p2JnYw/s320/275926523_10228719387626485_5089094099653291657_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">In the trims is a length of pale blue rattail cord, a length of red grosgrain ribbon, a bronze tassel, a length of gold cord, and an ivory gimp trim.</div><p></p></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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The blog post and video are still in edit for this project as I haven't taken finished photos yet. Partly because of my limited mobility with my leg injury, but also because I only have one Regency gown. It's white. And I was thinking of sewing another but Surprise Bundle X has given me an idea. If I make a Regency reticule it will show up beautifully against the white gown and pick up the color in my Spencer. I could also add other colors from the reticule in a coordinating bonnet.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSsLObrRZq-Bzo6HQ86MpXTDSSG36u45qz_FnrJIXcH1MdoualIilI4-qBzUFg3p7eoLkBhw-HutXRxlPPAvUEnW5Y3SWCEKgc2ncayYl5IPMKlhFTAPf3LfM5i7W1V9qwUqkheQ9Ho9HEzhiDIi0_Invnw8pio2xqd7FmMBoxStu6zJz47D86xKVYDg/s640/241732303_10227640149166198_2054421942972029682_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSsLObrRZq-Bzo6HQ86MpXTDSSG36u45qz_FnrJIXcH1MdoualIilI4-qBzUFg3p7eoLkBhw-HutXRxlPPAvUEnW5Y3SWCEKgc2ncayYl5IPMKlhFTAPf3LfM5i7W1V9qwUqkheQ9Ho9HEzhiDIi0_Invnw8pio2xqd7FmMBoxStu6zJz47D86xKVYDg/s320/241732303_10227640149166198_2054421942972029682_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">With that plan I choose Vogue Pattern 7221, View D which has the required drawstring closure for the Challenge, but also has a square bottom which I think will work with the fabric bits from my bundle.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-9OxHRtlvLhhiYfvN8SIuyQlZHu4saEGLAc4l4NeznPN_Mlk2UREFzIwubQpTpGpAL_LECrNaiuf9fuMHy3j_r7NuwDmfYiYNr0kKGcN4F4m-dSVkcaYoVrC2dnak-kJE5dKzmOg8ElGkBf3YLGil9llB2LCVKz89N-xYjznklYSz8WiUuW5pIVveJA/s462/275911573_10228719382266351_524312968311835136_n%20(2).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="462" data-original-width="314" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-9OxHRtlvLhhiYfvN8SIuyQlZHu4saEGLAc4l4NeznPN_Mlk2UREFzIwubQpTpGpAL_LECrNaiuf9fuMHy3j_r7NuwDmfYiYNr0kKGcN4F4m-dSVkcaYoVrC2dnak-kJE5dKzmOg8ElGkBf3YLGil9llB2LCVKz89N-xYjznklYSz8WiUuW5pIVveJA/s320/275911573_10228719382266351_524312968311835136_n%20(2).jpg" width="217" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1mLeHvt1CZSk659r7JCeAqyEV-xZn8ql-x5Fz1gXvqYZep0y9n-L6k2LV7EVEonHCm_fpwX0v4KyxdLJ7r3pCjVbB8-8zPZL0rkS9wCcbASZJ5V7e88LpFXRZD30CeRKTlvEiYz-emUYRBHWNnqbYrQNfs_zjOO6xsO9MnmEfAuBWmr7wLZpkiZYyWw/s960/275971363_10228719389866541_4228483383525130964_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1mLeHvt1CZSk659r7JCeAqyEV-xZn8ql-x5Fz1gXvqYZep0y9n-L6k2LV7EVEonHCm_fpwX0v4KyxdLJ7r3pCjVbB8-8zPZL0rkS9wCcbASZJ5V7e88LpFXRZD30CeRKTlvEiYz-emUYRBHWNnqbYrQNfs_zjOO6xsO9MnmEfAuBWmr7wLZpkiZYyWw/s320/275971363_10228719389866541_4228483383525130964_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I finalize a plan but it is going to mean some piecing and trusting my design and I begin by pressing and carefully measuring all fabric and ribbon and trim bits.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjORScxK0CS2rlF0ZzQXR71g7GUHPQYSbiaPCd-mnsLWZVW7R3V-ECvi3q63GgOAAYMdok1FbwQ2IUZ0R8PAR2HES0cqN_gCcn_UUEMYR6YOMHCW5fciGB63VFGecQDUFK9xG1SMaNC7I5P98OXzFOoGLu4xZirGfLqXwJQERB28SkeOEcPTYqv0CZ9qg/s960/275890093_10228719391386579_8181243484838891977_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjORScxK0CS2rlF0ZzQXR71g7GUHPQYSbiaPCd-mnsLWZVW7R3V-ECvi3q63GgOAAYMdok1FbwQ2IUZ0R8PAR2HES0cqN_gCcn_UUEMYR6YOMHCW5fciGB63VFGecQDUFK9xG1SMaNC7I5P98OXzFOoGLu4xZirGfLqXwJQERB28SkeOEcPTYqv0CZ9qg/s320/275890093_10228719391386579_8181243484838891977_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /></div><div>The pattern has a front section that wraps half way around the sides, and a back section that does the same. There is a square bottom. By inserting the blue taffeta strip through the center of the blue satin strip I get the width I need for the bottom. The blue taffeta strip can also be overlaid on the antique gold to create some interest.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilsDBCF6O5bQJ_D97qtVc3ELSG82sun9WpIG1zrObTAGU8mVYzuo3hwziSkX4iiFpoI1g7oG2o52sKyKo06IigSU5hHB6idtjhGnOk3EkY4plWCkI1M18uPTYQFG2hGWS6gXfU0TdUwAc2nBJUf-9W3CWY3sLqhPJkqw8OwaA5IkgXxLaKkVLzz8yfqQ/s960/276068047_10228744664858400_2272796346351622046_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilsDBCF6O5bQJ_D97qtVc3ELSG82sun9WpIG1zrObTAGU8mVYzuo3hwziSkX4iiFpoI1g7oG2o52sKyKo06IigSU5hHB6idtjhGnOk3EkY4plWCkI1M18uPTYQFG2hGWS6gXfU0TdUwAc2nBJUf-9W3CWY3sLqhPJkqw8OwaA5IkgXxLaKkVLzz8yfqQ/s320/276068047_10228744664858400_2272796346351622046_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The lining also creates the portion of the flaps that are visible when the reticule is closed with the drawstring. For the lining I use the red twill fabric which is just enough. For the front and back lining pieces I use narrower sections of the remaining stripe and antique gold taffeta with the blue taffeta strip to create the width I need. The blue taffeta is the same width as on the exterior and bottom sections. To give me the length I need I find some red silk from my own stash.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgw7O5qQsQYq9mrXV1fhBGgeLNhSphJxQSfalpqfRrZdmnqBaiJwvfVHEmFYViDVuMfda3X2O2i5fHFd8V2RVWU_YrGXsxFi55x417h0tqLmtveWPIcOzK8be-I0uvJQ_QvB8OD1hXZS0tdzKSovuwmUvdnlEqBjKd7ArglYRkow5TZbmhhj5dMlUA9Mw/s960/276086674_10228744665658420_5457774326599690116_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgw7O5qQsQYq9mrXV1fhBGgeLNhSphJxQSfalpqfRrZdmnqBaiJwvfVHEmFYViDVuMfda3X2O2i5fHFd8V2RVWU_YrGXsxFi55x417h0tqLmtveWPIcOzK8be-I0uvJQ_QvB8OD1hXZS0tdzKSovuwmUvdnlEqBjKd7ArglYRkow5TZbmhhj5dMlUA9Mw/s320/276086674_10228744665658420_5457774326599690116_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">When I fold down the flaps as they will be when the reticule is closed I'm happy with the interest and variety in the reticule and the way I have stretched the fabric to best use.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgV1CqacaxDyD_RN8HYR0qKIQcYJadhPAelIxJ5sm0tWf0XIBwOhHk5OfPH37OcWCcZ4vZqTN1BLeC_TvhTSLKQ92NNnYjyyY0DHLZ5czOTfZJ-ysgqhwim498HO2mQ98qfc4cAitUKRnebHa-zWSoznMClLCxcoYEMHF5qiTm-paBKryWcVvgwhR2dww/s960/276146653_10228744666098431_8616575103324281385_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgV1CqacaxDyD_RN8HYR0qKIQcYJadhPAelIxJ5sm0tWf0XIBwOhHk5OfPH37OcWCcZ4vZqTN1BLeC_TvhTSLKQ92NNnYjyyY0DHLZ5czOTfZJ-ysgqhwim498HO2mQ98qfc4cAitUKRnebHa-zWSoznMClLCxcoYEMHF5qiTm-paBKryWcVvgwhR2dww/s320/276146653_10228744666098431_8616575103324281385_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This is how the pieces will be sewn to create the square reticule.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVvt_XP73V73s6n5qBSiUPMVwAuxNkMf1P-N6PNuxk4qA4EyGw2MjOUg5S79Gu5101BS10w7qnDhx_zBdUeD9hA7dpXeep0J_e_FieCGvT6kNZ2sUBonruPBQVARAWxuliuGR1SadfZ9UOOmlu0Nv_v5Swl02I9wlEPMOCZU5_YYS5cfiPa-DCGUAbfw/s960/276088736_10228744666498441_902077890901860678_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVvt_XP73V73s6n5qBSiUPMVwAuxNkMf1P-N6PNuxk4qA4EyGw2MjOUg5S79Gu5101BS10w7qnDhx_zBdUeD9hA7dpXeep0J_e_FieCGvT6kNZ2sUBonruPBQVARAWxuliuGR1SadfZ9UOOmlu0Nv_v5Swl02I9wlEPMOCZU5_YYS5cfiPa-DCGUAbfw/s320/276088736_10228744666498441_902077890901860678_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The ivory gimp is perfect to cover the edges of the blue taffeta strip on the lining and the exterior.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I hand stitch the gimp in place being careful to have the design running the same way when the flap is turned down.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDgfgA3CvKkiM9fQTQjBI8PzAeoI9sJZYrrJUd3GzWMOI5YytesDs_xwST7W_tUa6ZTAyQlKnHlEni45AZBI_QoWjARFv9ngn7l6pPOqDxL6dsYf58rMK204HF5G-mEYmVqFtxt2XcIZ5OMIhkoMo_C-tSNhFD_mH2sQs5AgqZnX3GrL41RDJTv08gkQ/s960/275489826_10228744666938452_758303650818637756_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDgfgA3CvKkiM9fQTQjBI8PzAeoI9sJZYrrJUd3GzWMOI5YytesDs_xwST7W_tUa6ZTAyQlKnHlEni45AZBI_QoWjARFv9ngn7l6pPOqDxL6dsYf58rMK204HF5G-mEYmVqFtxt2XcIZ5OMIhkoMo_C-tSNhFD_mH2sQs5AgqZnX3GrL41RDJTv08gkQ/s320/275489826_10228744666938452_758303650818637756_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">An opening is left in the lining at the bottom edge to insert the bottom support later.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsTwUOvRadc2VpimTLDcS0X9XtsYvDfgtW40sy81LKpSiM0XhFMMWOi3r5Zb5KwyvMZIoRkPsIZd2ufglN2k0H6ur1MSgnd9rY4upIf9ks0FsJPagU_VaCq-sHxr4DuTKeIWGxgvLvcszPGnAgZ9n-Z2KdemQ00fqCmEb21wm4Zz1se1y8aAMs7UiO-A/s960/276249040_10228744674138632_7524316092452653671_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsTwUOvRadc2VpimTLDcS0X9XtsYvDfgtW40sy81LKpSiM0XhFMMWOi3r5Zb5KwyvMZIoRkPsIZd2ufglN2k0H6ur1MSgnd9rY4upIf9ks0FsJPagU_VaCq-sHxr4DuTKeIWGxgvLvcszPGnAgZ9n-Z2KdemQ00fqCmEb21wm4Zz1se1y8aAMs7UiO-A/s320/276249040_10228744674138632_7524316092452653671_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The lining and exterior are sewn along the upper edges to the openings for the drawstring. Then the assembled reticule is turned through the opening in the lining.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDMZFX-AwZxVFyHnO8lpPAuuBI_bDN-qNNs1l6g8biykmfyNQMRrSietLvCXLT6N_q13lp1j7LoC2aWxvO7WnquxqZ2E5MWvj90XQK2FPwdYtkni_hAOd5Xf-j_GQ2A_jq9U_FNHVcnYG9uywQ_0w6B1VhaMQKRrHX3PN5Lm1gRFgX4YK3_puR9DAUeA/s960/276237861_10228744674898651_8089918975189327522_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDMZFX-AwZxVFyHnO8lpPAuuBI_bDN-qNNs1l6g8biykmfyNQMRrSietLvCXLT6N_q13lp1j7LoC2aWxvO7WnquxqZ2E5MWvj90XQK2FPwdYtkni_hAOd5Xf-j_GQ2A_jq9U_FNHVcnYG9uywQ_0w6B1VhaMQKRrHX3PN5Lm1gRFgX4YK3_puR9DAUeA/s320/276237861_10228744674898651_8089918975189327522_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The bottom support is cut from the cardboard back of an empty notepad.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGNec_YgKn_8dxAD6er_dT5bLlG0sDu4kThBcXT4x-JKS9dbEFnwab6-beeq8g7w28fQxTYTaNDTPL00bxVhnFG2D7ujeYEgmLiWyh3nhurAIZ7sjSICapx-dABCNF6HvxKdUrU9TWhOLJ6UksALmkTFIaiA7Nynu0V7Rz23XbrcicuKd-3nhpepPtWQ/s960/275381609_10228744673498616_5716900427583429129_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGNec_YgKn_8dxAD6er_dT5bLlG0sDu4kThBcXT4x-JKS9dbEFnwab6-beeq8g7w28fQxTYTaNDTPL00bxVhnFG2D7ujeYEgmLiWyh3nhurAIZ7sjSICapx-dABCNF6HvxKdUrU9TWhOLJ6UksALmkTFIaiA7Nynu0V7Rz23XbrcicuKd-3nhpepPtWQ/s320/275381609_10228744673498616_5716900427583429129_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The support is then inserted through the opening left in the lining and the opening sewn closed.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgu1QgAh8suU1Rd3ViaEtiQMpbrB62q-lWjTLWyrESwNQrgM3L_xo4yQd2wHTTEJhYoXTpsKUwmPTvoW8T002US6W7ADd9zM7J-hTwFkyjllBDWvz3Nv8WKBHHLuMiQQ28-qiKYpV0Sujurc97ivLVCSk0kyc0TyuVclIRN27evRgJ_k4BFsDvMh_SNtg/s960/276269935_10228744675418664_3469898083629073860_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgu1QgAh8suU1Rd3ViaEtiQMpbrB62q-lWjTLWyrESwNQrgM3L_xo4yQd2wHTTEJhYoXTpsKUwmPTvoW8T002US6W7ADd9zM7J-hTwFkyjllBDWvz3Nv8WKBHHLuMiQQ28-qiKYpV0Sujurc97ivLVCSk0kyc0TyuVclIRN27evRgJ_k4BFsDvMh_SNtg/s320/276269935_10228744675418664_3469898083629073860_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJMnMN1d7TzS0XBWuEp30R42XmKjUfFhLhp3Cw2AN0bJzt0sEi5pmez6cZFXsHzVougEMM7G2H-uxKNPIWszJAXEpKCiJZcY-qVokBSxq3vdu5ia4WEWekbaB2QCQCwjYUgZiKLAP9J0IDDKdF3SAOxcjAbiOAyFeq7Zo2Fm2LiDEAjCfkWk9pKsAyTA/s960/275696944_10228744676058680_4874894414089397921_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJMnMN1d7TzS0XBWuEp30R42XmKjUfFhLhp3Cw2AN0bJzt0sEi5pmez6cZFXsHzVougEMM7G2H-uxKNPIWszJAXEpKCiJZcY-qVokBSxq3vdu5ia4WEWekbaB2QCQCwjYUgZiKLAP9J0IDDKdF3SAOxcjAbiOAyFeq7Zo2Fm2LiDEAjCfkWk9pKsAyTA/s320/275696944_10228744676058680_4874894414089397921_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">With the remaining fabric I sew a handle. The stripe and antique gold are joined by the blue taffeta repeating the design on the reticule body. The very last bit of ivory gimp covers the center seams. I use the red velvet ribbon bit to create flower petals with the bronze tassel centered to mimic floral stamens.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDclexfIJ5ISNI2sPZNZKmBK8lciiHZQJrv0tJc11XD2D8LWkBUZuXp0AtR4nvYLkdRzZZOk8kiX1eaGem0PBt3LSStwsXITvsB16EGGMJMnDxb_nKBaTtH0YbZAUgApZhB51R5cJ5zzJAi8DIpEKOIaP9b0FisyIvTOs5LJhR4Sd2PEf6b07X-F4lGw/s960/276316188_10228744676738697_6361004091938674884_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDclexfIJ5ISNI2sPZNZKmBK8lciiHZQJrv0tJc11XD2D8LWkBUZuXp0AtR4nvYLkdRzZZOk8kiX1eaGem0PBt3LSStwsXITvsB16EGGMJMnDxb_nKBaTtH0YbZAUgApZhB51R5cJ5zzJAi8DIpEKOIaP9b0FisyIvTOs5LJhR4Sd2PEf6b07X-F4lGw/s320/276316188_10228744676738697_6361004091938674884_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrc-WQnsDYw2tFBiFYT0KVWo1vK1Jt4cAdcUvgLd4gmt5It6Hqgfnd3aEgYPL3DCVFR8Zyo9UUeX9h6C8GsLinIieEnjELPFX4flvxrgzIUir0DN2HHgmbpLnGOAILCNtKRtcMoWo9GYsAugMypgHTF820_T6a9CK6nIBwRuedwl3uQQJI984gMwqLeA/s960/275906441_10228744677298711_6621553727314063886_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrc-WQnsDYw2tFBiFYT0KVWo1vK1Jt4cAdcUvgLd4gmt5It6Hqgfnd3aEgYPL3DCVFR8Zyo9UUeX9h6C8GsLinIieEnjELPFX4flvxrgzIUir0DN2HHgmbpLnGOAILCNtKRtcMoWo9GYsAugMypgHTF820_T6a9CK6nIBwRuedwl3uQQJI984gMwqLeA/s320/275906441_10228744677298711_6621553727314063886_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXr2YCjKKtN5n1QPfvb1JUSNxF48ISwLdtRydQg7TXjLjVo3F7dSg3EB4pJmfRsczA50ux0WyuE0ZPFczyzQn-q7EMB3-viHz1tzdeAxPF-yPcdmtQ5wy5WeEjBcBfTm8nOWIAecCEmobtpm_55jVgFP4cVI5yE00V_7y81S7Q3ALZRitwCf_bZIumqg/s960/276151921_10228744677738722_3462329525142454675_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXr2YCjKKtN5n1QPfvb1JUSNxF48ISwLdtRydQg7TXjLjVo3F7dSg3EB4pJmfRsczA50ux0WyuE0ZPFczyzQn-q7EMB3-viHz1tzdeAxPF-yPcdmtQ5wy5WeEjBcBfTm8nOWIAecCEmobtpm_55jVgFP4cVI5yE00V_7y81S7Q3ALZRitwCf_bZIumqg/s320/276151921_10228744677738722_3462329525142454675_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3AHRDsatMGBdDwWV0gCPlzURcKy3KU-hUwegQArXDRE2ypr0FBEu_lJZF67w8i2zdrQvfYwKjMCkDPxduhcQB5eN_qNJBcRnR_DRNYUqc0bWrQGlpZyJsdcesy6CdFgvDllpn3QnRWWbvGyGkSw74ykRN3CG9eX1jqYqCNcprXZTZvxzaIht85u8iNw/s960/275287075_10228744678418739_2698186076863036674_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3AHRDsatMGBdDwWV0gCPlzURcKy3KU-hUwegQArXDRE2ypr0FBEu_lJZF67w8i2zdrQvfYwKjMCkDPxduhcQB5eN_qNJBcRnR_DRNYUqc0bWrQGlpZyJsdcesy6CdFgvDllpn3QnRWWbvGyGkSw74ykRN3CG9eX1jqYqCNcprXZTZvxzaIht85u8iNw/s320/275287075_10228744678418739_2698186076863036674_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">The seam allowances were stitched to the body at the drawstring openings on both sides to prevent fraying as the drawstrings are pulled open and closed. The handle end is inserted in the opening far enough to be caught securely when the lowest stitching of the drawstring casing is sewn. Two lines of stitching create the drawstring casing.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtiNKyeWog1pEoOHW54ngqFgYKIdG9as1BS3wuaLx_5uCMYgc-THej1r6cRUcW9nWJ0G9Z6jp3u0pKVsRh409Uxh8tj6MYpAgyxsYEFiQYS8j3Qbu-ZNQPIWJyV4hjqGIQimpY6Eulz04wqs0iQolgogG2SlpFSezdkGw-SdmMfHIeP4N9htpIKc3uNA/s960/275877236_10228745480878800_7401532379398253696_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtiNKyeWog1pEoOHW54ngqFgYKIdG9as1BS3wuaLx_5uCMYgc-THej1r6cRUcW9nWJ0G9Z6jp3u0pKVsRh409Uxh8tj6MYpAgyxsYEFiQYS8j3Qbu-ZNQPIWJyV4hjqGIQimpY6Eulz04wqs0iQolgogG2SlpFSezdkGw-SdmMfHIeP4N9htpIKc3uNA/s320/275877236_10228745480878800_7401532379398253696_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfES0IM-dCVhsmPlvOTJh0NsjCh1SX7o6EE7u-929kCCuu1ee6pxJxsO0Zo7OntjCDr9W-krfCRVXiaIg65iHN7JQXCxTxdVfx2nfjD48H48pjwyc0N8qYJW5kuIKR4drq3ZbU2QMglLeigTi89Ws8uHNum26otB-d5vOWqBiUumXJRmgF5G1B7cxT-w/s960/276144980_10228745479198758_5057556355043787097_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfES0IM-dCVhsmPlvOTJh0NsjCh1SX7o6EE7u-929kCCuu1ee6pxJxsO0Zo7OntjCDr9W-krfCRVXiaIg65iHN7JQXCxTxdVfx2nfjD48H48pjwyc0N8qYJW5kuIKR4drq3ZbU2QMglLeigTi89Ws8uHNum26otB-d5vOWqBiUumXJRmgF5G1B7cxT-w/s320/276144980_10228745479198758_5057556355043787097_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLC7bwy7G42j7coefyFphKbc2XmWgbDKIufXJw6GwHiIQrW1dM_MASgIZnXh_k44MGcK1Gl7JFWdW5B273V3q0zOENxqNr9xWQwUOUWYk7-WA3IL4diby52zUcvSgxKtRyRZc1LKvpXfDdjLgJvvNGGRvtQcN6m9mgdBtKIlq7g7cPld0iRFkRqZxFSg/s960/276253906_10228745479678770_1629487916683470749_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLC7bwy7G42j7coefyFphKbc2XmWgbDKIufXJw6GwHiIQrW1dM_MASgIZnXh_k44MGcK1Gl7JFWdW5B273V3q0zOENxqNr9xWQwUOUWYk7-WA3IL4diby52zUcvSgxKtRyRZc1LKvpXfDdjLgJvvNGGRvtQcN6m9mgdBtKIlq7g7cPld0iRFkRqZxFSg/s320/276253906_10228745479678770_1629487916683470749_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBjECmdYJegvbH-34gPy29K3MbX6HkjNrBfJTNzLjB808pRa3PrGGvshqJCAIZO4vmk2UK0DXSjjR0kQ_wLqN_E7Tn9tSMdpMbn3cxobL1Tz9PEMLmTJ5bnh8rRjFAaN-xDc_vSlL7Bt8Jl3w1fgkiesD_-siMXQ6-lz0h6_DHjiys17O93xV0r4oDOQ/s960/276163481_10228745480478790_4340019280098711286_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBjECmdYJegvbH-34gPy29K3MbX6HkjNrBfJTNzLjB808pRa3PrGGvshqJCAIZO4vmk2UK0DXSjjR0kQ_wLqN_E7Tn9tSMdpMbn3cxobL1Tz9PEMLmTJ5bnh8rRjFAaN-xDc_vSlL7Bt8Jl3w1fgkiesD_-siMXQ6-lz0h6_DHjiys17O93xV0r4oDOQ/s320/276163481_10228745480478790_4340019280098711286_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;">The blue rattail cord is cut in half. Using a safety pin the cord is inserted through the opening on one side, threaded all the way around the casing, and coming back out the same side. The process is repeated for the other half of the cord through the opening on the opposite side of the reticule. The ends of the same piece of cord are knotted on each side. When each knot is pulled the reticule draws closed.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh80NwTXO8vg0LIS3EgRoL_uGslAqLhiEoBV0NbbtzJV8Xl7sxzyKH0l_lVZUfkSobApVylTHtuDi94JDvIiFHWC82NuEWwk9n9zsH1k7wCIOcsrsgg2DRfcfW733lulL8FfyjyK1M6qltdxtVJans9xxjc-XGvp3Z0nZP1bqMwLtv_ExjXatr7f_vBaA/s960/275788251_10228745481638819_3212776912938352760_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh80NwTXO8vg0LIS3EgRoL_uGslAqLhiEoBV0NbbtzJV8Xl7sxzyKH0l_lVZUfkSobApVylTHtuDi94JDvIiFHWC82NuEWwk9n9zsH1k7wCIOcsrsgg2DRfcfW733lulL8FfyjyK1M6qltdxtVJans9xxjc-XGvp3Z0nZP1bqMwLtv_ExjXatr7f_vBaA/s320/275788251_10228745481638819_3212776912938352760_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0I9nVDkHNGJW7ln6_pdC-nPh8kr2O04KLyWHiNupEJXvKLD4pyTuXYvuVuIe35CjuXfkXtBkhnIhyRQ4xn4x5DLXs5ZnNoB-XqdTQnDhC-zVHrrR--WR3kB5L7FVSIKTBdXXL8osENHvYLK00zYwwmJhsJGMsGTf2GcHPvi_WIpCaioOECBowxYeOfA/s960/275785122_10228745482598843_3863292493595649585_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0I9nVDkHNGJW7ln6_pdC-nPh8kr2O04KLyWHiNupEJXvKLD4pyTuXYvuVuIe35CjuXfkXtBkhnIhyRQ4xn4x5DLXs5ZnNoB-XqdTQnDhC-zVHrrR--WR3kB5L7FVSIKTBdXXL8osENHvYLK00zYwwmJhsJGMsGTf2GcHPvi_WIpCaioOECBowxYeOfA/s320/275785122_10228745482598843_3863292493595649585_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDe0jOcm2ZBAIvHdhhapG60GgWLyfznvU2HsrWpPlBFwkS95lxcY-J-wCR9B0LCRHJMuXZOc-4wd43MTf34NwMpOnVY8_lst9yeRcIzYhXJAWgkGusw7u9NMABU4au6V-Xmy-wjfGBk4Ai75noAH98YTMv9Wrs0w4NNEpwnmQ3kIk24o4vw70gYQsW-A/s960/276138526_10228745483118856_2224722968162491225_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDe0jOcm2ZBAIvHdhhapG60GgWLyfznvU2HsrWpPlBFwkS95lxcY-J-wCR9B0LCRHJMuXZOc-4wd43MTf34NwMpOnVY8_lst9yeRcIzYhXJAWgkGusw7u9NMABU4au6V-Xmy-wjfGBk4Ai75noAH98YTMv9Wrs0w4NNEpwnmQ3kIk24o4vw70gYQsW-A/s320/276138526_10228745483118856_2224722968162491225_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">My plan was to finger weave the blue and gold cords together to create the drawstring but the gold cord is very catchy against the silk fabric. So it went unused. I thought of using the red grosgrain ribbon for the drawstring but it was too short. So it went unused as well. But in the end there were the tiniest bits of fabric which my now nesting bluebirds are finding perfect nest building materials.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpKOpo4KBK5V9ff-905XOTcfvEqjokbVh6XEeSVYnrs9Q0IoF-ugtOEccgpTcCAvJaHJxlX225svFHSOng3-sgcnHui5u5MTDbNoswmXUACp2Od2JCykOkrGGeI993Cb1p-6o0lPN6GIS1xM2CxSdPUAStJiGuAMm-yjuV5emeP9lVFf2czqhd03ce3Q/s960/276232156_10228745487598968_2841303998793183986_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpKOpo4KBK5V9ff-905XOTcfvEqjokbVh6XEeSVYnrs9Q0IoF-ugtOEccgpTcCAvJaHJxlX225svFHSOng3-sgcnHui5u5MTDbNoswmXUACp2Od2JCykOkrGGeI993Cb1p-6o0lPN6GIS1xM2CxSdPUAStJiGuAMm-yjuV5emeP9lVFf2czqhd03ce3Q/s320/276232156_10228745487598968_2841303998793183986_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Regency Rose Drawstring Reticule is finished and I can't wait to wear it with my white gown and Hamilton Spencer!</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1E9NVH4wCxyJsglZ24pIdBKFooWKbJ2lNQOM1VVFHkxsKym9h17ZT1wKT_ady375vYHKayRRxbp0T6VDQU9hy1bGYC8lmyPar08d86iy-Pzm8IzuakbLEtRkogVRM0V4Lmzm4k_zAV2y4y-woD5Bdcus8PnB0PhE1L8Fgll83F5cDdiqZPB3kIShXJg/s953/277004120_10228745485478915_8542932340440497036_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="953" data-original-width="869" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1E9NVH4wCxyJsglZ24pIdBKFooWKbJ2lNQOM1VVFHkxsKym9h17ZT1wKT_ady375vYHKayRRxbp0T6VDQU9hy1bGYC8lmyPar08d86iy-Pzm8IzuakbLEtRkogVRM0V4Lmzm4k_zAV2y4y-woD5Bdcus8PnB0PhE1L8Fgll83F5cDdiqZPB3kIShXJg/s320/277004120_10228745485478915_8542932340440497036_n.jpg" width="292" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Several black/silver bundles were listed and unclaimed. While we could request a color (except for the surprise bundles) we would be surprised with the fabrics and trims. With an upcoming event where black and silver were my costume colors, I requested that color bundle.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwYLEug8z8wvah1Snrw4CZmF588rxGwhnq80NtD2aVsk2TkMn5Xy95RkZo8vp4X5BGJb5TeawTWRS7K_lc9LIS2mnj9Eh-2f1uVEZAnk3O1gRcsXwHQhiHIm5XVqYLh5y0il4eJNpZZDOeuo7Z8Qx16pFNCCpa-6AP_pfrkkJbxL_Ykk0nb3y0muh3gg/s960/275928262_10228719383546383_3461907126355466627_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwYLEug8z8wvah1Snrw4CZmF588rxGwhnq80NtD2aVsk2TkMn5Xy95RkZo8vp4X5BGJb5TeawTWRS7K_lc9LIS2mnj9Eh-2f1uVEZAnk3O1gRcsXwHQhiHIm5XVqYLh5y0il4eJNpZZDOeuo7Z8Qx16pFNCCpa-6AP_pfrkkJbxL_Ykk0nb3y0muh3gg/s320/275928262_10228719383546383_3461907126355466627_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The bundle contained a beautiful piece of black velvet and an equal amount of a brown/black fabric.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlu-bsdcTim49yf44ag8kjQlRMOPFfTwc0cZSz4aMbkgEpYqZaIzKeO2cnH1a_8pi29tNl_rS9Y5-FfoN_lIVXgBH0BZcJcEUkAf_HT4OcuDz9EcMMmm-dTWQFSb6WWokZkQeuJ53slTCDNzrbF9UZw5iNAXNGUCeYOv8lA_MMmWNBQCkEtrS6wddDdw/s960/275918650_10228719383986394_4211524699864815514_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlu-bsdcTim49yf44ag8kjQlRMOPFfTwc0cZSz4aMbkgEpYqZaIzKeO2cnH1a_8pi29tNl_rS9Y5-FfoN_lIVXgBH0BZcJcEUkAf_HT4OcuDz9EcMMmm-dTWQFSb6WWokZkQeuJ53slTCDNzrbF9UZw5iNAXNGUCeYOv8lA_MMmWNBQCkEtrS6wddDdw/s320/275918650_10228719383986394_4211524699864815514_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The trims bag contained a narrow length of the same brown/black fabric, some black twisted braid trim, silver twisted cord, black serpentine sequin trim, and a silver tassel. A beautiful button completed the available trims.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhe_IqNiSJ-MOXow0XPdEpHrxFLZPNw3zXT__uZU83Q41sWjlCopjF_jORDvTnGg-CLf3zg-jLiMGyNBFiCeHRLxe4w0xBrab438xpasVyUZDBleuE7XPFb1BSxkOLtt-aUdc63vc7rtP2TglndiNJ5DAg4BGH4arv0blcMgrNzd-IU3JlkM1rdJmmtyQ/s960/275875295_10228719384506407_4568431466304306305_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhe_IqNiSJ-MOXow0XPdEpHrxFLZPNw3zXT__uZU83Q41sWjlCopjF_jORDvTnGg-CLf3zg-jLiMGyNBFiCeHRLxe4w0xBrab438xpasVyUZDBleuE7XPFb1BSxkOLtt-aUdc63vc7rtP2TglndiNJ5DAg4BGH4arv0blcMgrNzd-IU3JlkM1rdJmmtyQ/s320/275875295_10228719384506407_4568431466304306305_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJwtjvLQvz2A-9nPgBh-RoZhPvKb3uu33X4rck4cQ47L5grIRktVsiLWbxTRMV41-5YTA0a23WN6Vdf-CpL8DrfTLw89Ex3DL0psR-VJpkwKPEl5GA6FPBztslSViVruVT6Mx6c68TiaQw4x21gi5SUnSlCYgrXJJsJlu4edWKl40AlhQ-g_2tr_FgKw/s960/275996599_10228719384866416_451358199866491415_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJwtjvLQvz2A-9nPgBh-RoZhPvKb3uu33X4rck4cQ47L5grIRktVsiLWbxTRMV41-5YTA0a23WN6Vdf-CpL8DrfTLw89Ex3DL0psR-VJpkwKPEl5GA6FPBztslSViVruVT6Mx6c68TiaQw4x21gi5SUnSlCYgrXJJsJlu4edWKl40AlhQ-g_2tr_FgKw/s320/275996599_10228719384866416_451358199866491415_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">My gown for the upcoming event is beaded with black and silver. I brainstormed some beading options while looking at my available patterns.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR0Zgj0pfSkTSWdBfL3KZAttrs7BjwDiwfUgRZqiQ76b7srut4SO0PwKTMpUkWNYb-On85dgrEo1j6TLzVgXeMZVetj9T22ZO4cHVQ7rJh-e4FcNhJ6FQEET_Do8DFBl9KYU3JoewxMchdz2odyZP_wRt412A3KH-D8NU__askmwALRyk2s2_pnb4Lpg/s960/275924640_10228719385426430_3903061817913936080_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR0Zgj0pfSkTSWdBfL3KZAttrs7BjwDiwfUgRZqiQ76b7srut4SO0PwKTMpUkWNYb-On85dgrEo1j6TLzVgXeMZVetj9T22ZO4cHVQ7rJh-e4FcNhJ6FQEET_Do8DFBl9KYU3JoewxMchdz2odyZP_wRt412A3KH-D8NU__askmwALRyk2s2_pnb4Lpg/s320/275924640_10228719385426430_3903061817913936080_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I've used the Out of a Portrait Petal Drawstring Reticule before and it seemed like the best choice for the fabrics and trims and my Edwardian style gown.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUEmYg6I1dY4TnQa4sQXrNmhtHZjl3o8jfVDugHDLjv3y29ZKWD3u4I5uJVotFYsjezXrQUMQDVyjrRuaYF-CDZJWrPSCfOsuZa1w9e-UTUQXhBbgHV0WPaWyuyVJMh93zShpNtFENjsEUTxnBZU3TtyHRcC-4HtSH_jgG1DlbIzEPj3I1FiAWB4MgbA/s960/275922927_10228719382906367_6032719873199971710_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUEmYg6I1dY4TnQa4sQXrNmhtHZjl3o8jfVDugHDLjv3y29ZKWD3u4I5uJVotFYsjezXrQUMQDVyjrRuaYF-CDZJWrPSCfOsuZa1w9e-UTUQXhBbgHV0WPaWyuyVJMh93zShpNtFENjsEUTxnBZU3TtyHRcC-4HtSH_jgG1DlbIzEPj3I1FiAWB4MgbA/s320/275922927_10228719382906367_6032719873199971710_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://outofaportrait.com/drawstring-petal-reticule/" target="_blank">https://outofaportrait.com/drawstring-petal-reticule/</a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Drawstring Petal Reticule Blog Post 2021: <a href="http://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2021/05/making-regency-gathered-day-hat-and.html" target="_blank">http://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2021/05/making-regency-gathered-day-hat-</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="http://theperfecttouchvictorian.blogspot.com/2021/05/making-regency-gathered-day-hat-and.html" target="_blank">and.html</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Drawstring Petal Reticule YouTube Video 2021: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WwphS3hxx6M" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WwphS3hxx6M</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The pattern requires four pieces and is a generous sized reticule when finished. With the fabric in the bundle I had to reduce the reticule to three pieces and narrow those slightly. I cut the petals from both the black velvet for the exterior and the brown/black fabric for the interior.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWoLv1Ak_0xyr-AHoRBboxfrjnRKsT-y-LK9siD9h5SAzMJAkYtmq-BhA7KtSucsiinXD2MPuB5804yegq0r-deAXS79luU6n2Pwxa95SsNkBdfrKWCsmwSQ3_0ACD6j6ZtUQmuuCJ1FtP8VWQIyBs5dHhR_U0yhZ5zFseOSKeRBgti41Bt5kqUVaolQ/s960/277459905_10228786623707345_3387294528127700953_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWoLv1Ak_0xyr-AHoRBboxfrjnRKsT-y-LK9siD9h5SAzMJAkYtmq-BhA7KtSucsiinXD2MPuB5804yegq0r-deAXS79luU6n2Pwxa95SsNkBdfrKWCsmwSQ3_0ACD6j6ZtUQmuuCJ1FtP8VWQIyBs5dHhR_U0yhZ5zFseOSKeRBgti41Bt5kqUVaolQ/s320/277459905_10228786623707345_3387294528127700953_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMY7ReCaLCijcLuoSXw8GInZxrnUcdAPreqe2a0rP1QPGTbNRGTLDJj4TkxHGVRfY9jigM--LXbWL62ukq6btzikCeQHrJprdvgeXS9JTIouRD-rIjdc-vpnoMDmyYp8mNB3s7_Mn8pjE32O5e5OCJpyLvq0MhgYverwta8d6AlVQPtiCT1T_K3ivkDA/s955/277450421_10228786624107355_8860617334418818855_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="790" data-original-width="955" height="265" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMY7ReCaLCijcLuoSXw8GInZxrnUcdAPreqe2a0rP1QPGTbNRGTLDJj4TkxHGVRfY9jigM--LXbWL62ukq6btzikCeQHrJprdvgeXS9JTIouRD-rIjdc-vpnoMDmyYp8mNB3s7_Mn8pjE32O5e5OCJpyLvq0MhgYverwta8d6AlVQPtiCT1T_K3ivkDA/s320/277450421_10228786624107355_8860617334418818855_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRsnY2CBYCX1X18OMbwetju1tjoNU9hP-urM1p5Jc-PnQnWpfse0eMpQNTKV-ufim-e5QbgLKGbSEcuZQWN-sCbla8NTaMdX3nYtndM0C4O1q3qXm-MJ2UMTHF8qkppK_UQhTffsJ8x-0y5g-qFMO1I3JzLicbqhK19o03XO0vYB5sTNBUo6b0dumLeQ/s960/277528380_10228786625547391_7623063419233064334_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRsnY2CBYCX1X18OMbwetju1tjoNU9hP-urM1p5Jc-PnQnWpfse0eMpQNTKV-ufim-e5QbgLKGbSEcuZQWN-sCbla8NTaMdX3nYtndM0C4O1q3qXm-MJ2UMTHF8qkppK_UQhTffsJ8x-0y5g-qFMO1I3JzLicbqhK19o03XO0vYB5sTNBUo6b0dumLeQ/s320/277528380_10228786625547391_7623063419233064334_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I divided the black twisted braid into 3 equal pieces and pinned them to the edge of the upper petal. I tried several options for the sequin trim and felt that the trim alone needed a little sparkle. The single button in the bundle was beautiful and it inspired me to look through my own button collection until I found three matching rhinestone buttons. I sewed everything by hand to each lining petal. 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The same is sewn for the lining leaving an opening in one seam to turn the reticule right side out in a later step. This sewing can be done by machine that can handle a 1/4" allowance.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9iy5YaDfQKD5ZG5fXMCIXyLKA30IjpGWTrnF4t5WUnO8rQ8hqpEM_Dh1nzgHhioUec8z4vKqe0z-mP7awJSohZUd3reYqaZNPrZ9hyNuiMvZ81fLapE-E1cR9RDzbZfe-C7Bu0JPtezI4HhLfY-IjXK3kYDvXc6TiJaNnIg-GJ0sBfXZGRM4t-rOmHA/s734/277462961_10228786633707595_482531584538180790_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="526" data-original-width="734" height="229" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9iy5YaDfQKD5ZG5fXMCIXyLKA30IjpGWTrnF4t5WUnO8rQ8hqpEM_Dh1nzgHhioUec8z4vKqe0z-mP7awJSohZUd3reYqaZNPrZ9hyNuiMvZ81fLapE-E1cR9RDzbZfe-C7Bu0JPtezI4HhLfY-IjXK3kYDvXc6TiJaNnIg-GJ0sBfXZGRM4t-rOmHA/s320/277462961_10228786633707595_482531584538180790_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The tassel and cord are a beautiful silver and matching color. I insert the tassel loop through the bottom of the exterior and sew it in place.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnEG9M39UjcyEqwXqMy8Vb2If2lzxRsoRkbDMc2Qp1LQRGXnKIZxQ2pQLljEvoAuI_X2dKGyyQyujQZht8Rhyw4FPyi4WDHxUomZDacTfTjMz5XDLdSe-LElZdNFgzh4lceZV_PlvAIWmGTA1uYCAtpMmFbtE-lTnkVezySvLA08I49MMyq5kFrPoGtA/s960/277355570_10228786635587642_7094025474012035716_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnEG9M39UjcyEqwXqMy8Vb2If2lzxRsoRkbDMc2Qp1LQRGXnKIZxQ2pQLljEvoAuI_X2dKGyyQyujQZht8Rhyw4FPyi4WDHxUomZDacTfTjMz5XDLdSe-LElZdNFgzh4lceZV_PlvAIWmGTA1uYCAtpMmFbtE-lTnkVezySvLA08I49MMyq5kFrPoGtA/s320/277355570_10228786635587642_7094025474012035716_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Now the exterior and lining upper petal sections are sewn together. I do this by hand following closely to the stitching for the edge braid and leaving an opening between two sections where the drawstring will enter and exit the casing. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgde39Z7pZrOXgEK6dqE16xnyLUmc6tKMFRLrJ01mVe_m37ck9Y-ci1zTFuebLPA2b5-ecg_h09lV9ebrpdGL4gUKkW44clB49NmdMc2KdSK-yfzGCSGAAj17JPObwMLGTNaHPpR6Db8b3v9wWamixmFlLrd0656AzAU5ZdzUQDBXQOeD0Rlx4pCzKo8w/s960/277531786_10228786636147656_8495607263038220832_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgde39Z7pZrOXgEK6dqE16xnyLUmc6tKMFRLrJ01mVe_m37ck9Y-ci1zTFuebLPA2b5-ecg_h09lV9ebrpdGL4gUKkW44clB49NmdMc2KdSK-yfzGCSGAAj17JPObwMLGTNaHPpR6Db8b3v9wWamixmFlLrd0656AzAU5ZdzUQDBXQOeD0Rlx4pCzKo8w/s320/277531786_10228786636147656_8495607263038220832_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Now the reticule can be turned right side out through the opening left in one lining seam.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj13yR5lZT-yzpo6NBWNovx7qM_urL5nI__5c6K_2By2zeVNm1sKLDGWoK6tJveaKemKPjNBbJWKG8a0FlvWKhbyKpigOHxtLUaI7hS5Db62x1CLU_jsEq6gR4MB8QOIeNOsBIFZYyey2nqvFMQACTqxP5DF2xfWqGsmB0hDLsERKEjK5pHme80MaRQOg/s960/277565306_10228786637467689_2595228534896319588_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj13yR5lZT-yzpo6NBWNovx7qM_urL5nI__5c6K_2By2zeVNm1sKLDGWoK6tJveaKemKPjNBbJWKG8a0FlvWKhbyKpigOHxtLUaI7hS5Db62x1CLU_jsEq6gR4MB8QOIeNOsBIFZYyey2nqvFMQACTqxP5DF2xfWqGsmB0hDLsERKEjK5pHme80MaRQOg/s320/277565306_10228786637467689_2595228534896319588_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: left;">Once everything is well turned the opening in the lining is sewn closed.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP7wJJBWOOE99K6Ak6Xy4aNn4meSqN1hn1GJJMlZA7P53EQI1_7HTtRRpNwrqVaEtiM92Yyjb3vh7UxPmTzbeJZWaUljmteNYYh8Tvtw5CYFjHvFT2y6Yq02gRhT3BliashcGAbUb293qUqIx0kPVGoqTd7LoRKtWNfEgRk9P2yBj6zPsy9-ZdwBFgTA/s960/277530485_10228786642067804_5048102537612030310_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP7wJJBWOOE99K6Ak6Xy4aNn4meSqN1hn1GJJMlZA7P53EQI1_7HTtRRpNwrqVaEtiM92Yyjb3vh7UxPmTzbeJZWaUljmteNYYh8Tvtw5CYFjHvFT2y6Yq02gRhT3BliashcGAbUb293qUqIx0kPVGoqTd7LoRKtWNfEgRk9P2yBj6zPsy9-ZdwBFgTA/s320/277530485_10228786642067804_5048102537612030310_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Two lines of stitching create the casing for the drawstring. They are sewn just below the upper petals. The drawstring is threaded through the casing starting and ending through the same opening. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAHksladl9XL64VqmVVkrpo0WMrqjfwlz7PP5gyHnws9BimIpLbBjdM0FFPh9G_dAGS85AP_v5LytYwEriowAWt3qFAzUjpZ00IGo86aWWfWQn_jSvSEJFujTujVhW7IWFtmpE_1dpF3i2A7cw-T9MQCRwXFs_TCrBd7wHTsv-5zuLd3jB4-c9PXff8A/s960/277574881_10228786640987777_2566494267303004648_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="960" height="176" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAHksladl9XL64VqmVVkrpo0WMrqjfwlz7PP5gyHnws9BimIpLbBjdM0FFPh9G_dAGS85AP_v5LytYwEriowAWt3qFAzUjpZ00IGo86aWWfWQn_jSvSEJFujTujVhW7IWFtmpE_1dpF3i2A7cw-T9MQCRwXFs_TCrBd7wHTsv-5zuLd3jB4-c9PXff8A/s320/277574881_10228786640987777_2566494267303004648_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Just bits of fabric are left over plus that gorgeous button which is destined for the gown to be worn with this reticule.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCe_NnTrl6J2oj3DMc5GcMXGBtC8Zya7WWY-y3zm5SBHU-ZlrsWtVlE7aFY7IC1AIeXxZkoYbDg2W-ufhfdbEIi7VlJanUZPaxw0LCeNRwbSpBzBfSNETlztt-6A9ew6hMHNW33nPk9yKFyjvYmJ-aPyi_vBry_biysEIktAvo3PhIz7OxSaRQ8LN41A/s960/277469601_10228790995616640_1206642094766971799_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="674" data-original-width="960" height="225" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCe_NnTrl6J2oj3DMc5GcMXGBtC8Zya7WWY-y3zm5SBHU-ZlrsWtVlE7aFY7IC1AIeXxZkoYbDg2W-ufhfdbEIi7VlJanUZPaxw0LCeNRwbSpBzBfSNETlztt-6A9ew6hMHNW33nPk9yKFyjvYmJ-aPyi_vBry_biysEIktAvo3PhIz7OxSaRQ8LN41A/s320/277469601_10228790995616640_1206642094766971799_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />The reticule is large enough for my phone and strong enough to carry with the knotted silver cord. I'm excited to use this reticule!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEho1KDYWf1qu5F7LOtuHJKZWty-R2kvh6cuZp8V9hAUdGSkhbjHEO30SwYam72Iabsc3GFsJy2k10nyQ9fx1aGqeHxGMHwPNzpB1nZvonV-pIevflEtvj_rMtLgXN6hf6LtQi6c6IjWF2sTx5ADUkiiOMZgeokUpaiK_BOpffL3a4B3RkIT5zJRpPGOVg/s960/276996171_10228790994776619_5984750971045156879_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEho1KDYWf1qu5F7LOtuHJKZWty-R2kvh6cuZp8V9hAUdGSkhbjHEO30SwYam72Iabsc3GFsJy2k10nyQ9fx1aGqeHxGMHwPNzpB1nZvonV-pIevflEtvj_rMtLgXN6hf6LtQi6c6IjWF2sTx5ADUkiiOMZgeokUpaiK_BOpffL3a4B3RkIT5zJRpPGOVg/s320/276996171_10228790994776619_5984750971045156879_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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A reticule is such a wonderful use of small pieces of fabric and trims and I hope this blog post and video inspire you to join a challenge or swap that might be coming to a costume group near you!<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEim7oQQPOdu6WHjpLSUYAgAvuv1Fg6OBYNoI0eaV95YKObjjIQz_v8iLwO60Jt2fs7YJeKYTOwSuQG0uClEuMXXTJA-9eGgl8jY6eCJlYxkkkYBmCqFBi_UrvKYpWAOSlgAnn64sl87UbRfoFHgWy6w2W1iUhdfuhBXGEdtdq_YzpbzUqC4w85H_Zlk9g/s898/277231244_10228790996936673_7759571474838285348_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="898" height="188" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEim7oQQPOdu6WHjpLSUYAgAvuv1Fg6OBYNoI0eaV95YKObjjIQz_v8iLwO60Jt2fs7YJeKYTOwSuQG0uClEuMXXTJA-9eGgl8jY6eCJlYxkkkYBmCqFBi_UrvKYpWAOSlgAnn64sl87UbRfoFHgWy6w2W1iUhdfuhBXGEdtdq_YzpbzUqC4w85H_Zlk9g/s320/277231244_10228790996936673_7759571474838285348_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Hugs,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Jeanette</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Companion YouTube Video: <a href="https://youtu.be/Ek9npjBZxgE" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/Ek9npjBZxgE</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>Historical Sew Monthly - 2022</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><br /></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b>The Challenge: </b><strong style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">September:<em style="border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"> Colour Challenge: Blue:</em></strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px;"> Make something in any shade of blue.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px;">It was a fun challenge to participate in a reticule stash project. I received bits of scrap fabric and trims and was to create a reticule. The striped silk has subtle blue stripes and there were also pieces of plain blue silk and blue ribbon and blue cord for the drawstring. I made a flat-bottomed Regency style drawstring reticule.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px;"><b>Material: </b>Scrap fabrics and trims</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px;"><b>Pattern: </b>Vogue 7221</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px;"><b>Year: </b>Regency</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px;"><b>Notions: </b>Cardboard for the bottom interior</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px;"><b>How historically accurate is it? </b>This box drawstring style is something I have seen in portraits of the period.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px;"><b>First worn: </b>I've purchased another piece of the striped silk and will be making a sleeveless Spencer to coordinate with this reticule for a future event.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #191919; font-family: "Libre Baskerville", Georgia, serif; font-size: 15px;"><b>Total cost: </b>$10 for packing and shipping, the fabrics and trims are all scraps</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="157" data-original-width="236" height="157" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijPwEvZDq3e00yFEy0ACx-SxUyO7Mk1V4r9qA96mgt16mt3OVpCP4ZUVVzYqu756LjmViAtJZ_Yi1-8TlnkH1uQbZNEXC0crGZDllJiPM3mwAqrx5KbYkq6N4ckg2jx17tAG2dcES7dkPUAyXmOp7ZkQtjLeL9nKC2dCGRkIB9sJPvVgV1yWM9_8siwQ/s1600/winterwisconsin.jpg" width="236" /></a><span style="text-align: left;"> </span></div><p></p><p>I visited the mid-Atlantic State of North Carolina one May. It was in full bloom with warm, sunny days. On the way back to the Midwest I was caught in a snow blizzard. At that moment I knew that North Carolina would be my new home. The house went on the market and six weeks later I was in my new home. In warm, sunny North Carolina. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKMERuZy_KzD5N19gAjAgfwuj54G2YYpi2k1Jt8jbx1hYClKRsh6EXj31TG25v9RDVoTS6aOLhktAmKwS_QvIt0-B5BcOIjwpzvTYx60PgY8jNRUiFFlF76ZIeKWOh1cuvltlZCyIvBkZi02OLTV016hWF3vH0AjP2iX2DmmP5K2Iv76Qlp9P5eHNC-Q/s1400/azaleas.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="933" data-original-width="1400" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKMERuZy_KzD5N19gAjAgfwuj54G2YYpi2k1Jt8jbx1hYClKRsh6EXj31TG25v9RDVoTS6aOLhktAmKwS_QvIt0-B5BcOIjwpzvTYx60PgY8jNRUiFFlF76ZIeKWOh1cuvltlZCyIvBkZi02OLTV016hWF3vH0AjP2iX2DmmP5K2Iv76Qlp9P5eHNC-Q/s320/azaleas.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlpaVktQ0fdyNW31OsEHg1Mxx9T0oihxEIGkmKygGXH7siWHVR_MJUR7e5cCQk3jctgeZAL5-dlQ4FC8uDy63FcGRvxVmp6XGggApYMLS4Zbaxz5-p2Od8JqJXIU8kjwUlOdczB8lN8ldJMu5Y5nJitZ6otWD6H4XqlNn3wpD1bExXu5J4Zopd4tWvVg/s1778/usmapblue_LI%20(2).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="174" data-original-width="232" height="174" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDfdC4a_6fQg0wqjCrVqNq-yHksIrhwtdGNKTtGRFbIiwwSAKC-9g6XnRLIJo_Fo2FN5s5kREUYsiiGEwZ4WbXEd3TBVOItpKyQh20P1T6i6RwP0VRgwlPkTXtaYdqkeFHLP8StCrkb-I4MEnpjBx8ewBBiAVTIUxzSUvqh5cE7jT5zVct4V0YrJx1eQ/s1600/blowingrock.jpg" width="232" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p>But the one thing that separates North Carolina from the other states I've visited is the seasons. There are actually four! A warm and enjoyable summer, a colorful and long fall, a mild and short winter, and then, my favorite - spring! </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_-ORF7S79Gd7L3vP1Du3RtmfOYMAJWW6TTkRwLO1eZsD94R_Wn7VAeQq4Dcb1bGzOHtC2OcsIbed0aQRy6C_lREvb5czaFBpHSuhhzitRnuCY-CYJQG8ytUau2TW1grEPyLbK_LbNM9UMdE0S19E2C0Hxi6pOI8MNRvFs1xyEEGfYBh4AAhhNhpEKfg/s385/summer.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="160" data-original-width="385" height="133" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_-ORF7S79Gd7L3vP1Du3RtmfOYMAJWW6TTkRwLO1eZsD94R_Wn7VAeQq4Dcb1bGzOHtC2OcsIbed0aQRy6C_lREvb5czaFBpHSuhhzitRnuCY-CYJQG8ytUau2TW1grEPyLbK_LbNM9UMdE0S19E2C0Hxi6pOI8MNRvFs1xyEEGfYBh4AAhhNhpEKfg/s320/summer.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGgG_aRFvp3e0WTSWrlznbz3OZBRCLO-AV_3zkOpRgZHEEwH0FVoy-m4e5dOTou77ENyo9PD9WifPS4UM89s077p50dKCVJcjWDWOszFXzbQslMW_sUeKE2FNM2Ne3I0ATgFjCf4Bg3rHBRl-1cK0ZAVt2DK628dbOYtS9AQvFC0F6atIIwNokPGhOww/s2979/blueridgeparkway.webp" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1683" data-original-width="2979" height="181" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGgG_aRFvp3e0WTSWrlznbz3OZBRCLO-AV_3zkOpRgZHEEwH0FVoy-m4e5dOTou77ENyo9PD9WifPS4UM89s077p50dKCVJcjWDWOszFXzbQslMW_sUeKE2FNM2Ne3I0ATgFjCf4Bg3rHBRl-1cK0ZAVt2DK628dbOYtS9AQvFC0F6atIIwNokPGhOww/s320/blueridgeparkway.webp" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyNrHKhgF1mAW3jx3dQH9d3uUvijyfFUeQrmm8_UFbwZnUJAng948OiZdAvZNUObzAyzJc1v0CYefZHY6LaLG3BsMV-EMFzAk6WR93sDrDYjw89gfHa8238YjYTxLNC20TNClH7-_XQj8-AZ_I4XvNV2dPmf2oY4Vq5BDtHHFmO89dQ8ueLkuTOF5GtA/s900/winter-at-biltmore-asheville-north-carolina-carol-montoya.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="506" data-original-width="900" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyNrHKhgF1mAW3jx3dQH9d3uUvijyfFUeQrmm8_UFbwZnUJAng948OiZdAvZNUObzAyzJc1v0CYefZHY6LaLG3BsMV-EMFzAk6WR93sDrDYjw89gfHa8238YjYTxLNC20TNClH7-_XQj8-AZ_I4XvNV2dPmf2oY4Vq5BDtHHFmO89dQ8ueLkuTOF5GtA/s320/winter-at-biltmore-asheville-north-carolina-carol-montoya.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Spring can arrive as early as February or as late as May but when it arrives it pops! The wild flowers appear overnight and even as the trees show just a hint of green or copper, there are trees that put on an early display of blooms before the leaves appear. Tulip magnolias trees. Redbud trees. Cherry trees.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhs9wLGEC4U9a0KcJil8fk1ZppVxdefW1eBNqKtrlvZ7jopX6RIwIG48g5xzWkaXssL4Uw9zAUA50E1-6sCEaJDV_uUrmoXhVgDfbz61Z4LnYmjg0WcpZfTDIPrPnd37yRVZhIdbG4FVcTXm6xnmJXHmJLg0I0HfrJ5p1LFa3_5WIg_MSi0wQ0w-c7FcQ/s960/277253811_10228832982786293_2621873437761687933_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhs9wLGEC4U9a0KcJil8fk1ZppVxdefW1eBNqKtrlvZ7jopX6RIwIG48g5xzWkaXssL4Uw9zAUA50E1-6sCEaJDV_uUrmoXhVgDfbz61Z4LnYmjg0WcpZfTDIPrPnd37yRVZhIdbG4FVcTXm6xnmJXHmJLg0I0HfrJ5p1LFa3_5WIg_MSi0wQ0w-c7FcQ/s320/277253811_10228832982786293_2621873437761687933_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIiJJrcf2gER4BrP2wZjGTd8hzFeyC7fPY1_Zdh5nk2dEuWH7UpRng6NUrQMoJo0PmPTBqCtxXLfVn2j8eAq29Hy6NI-WMsVIbZwY6wlMvi98MMTZTGDrRckrcxfnv0R7yO2YQB8-Gkzmvs0SOmVKufuV2EAW50fYH0SH6BEG_uVvSZZuE_5t7ScRarA/s960/277578530_10228832982346282_762309651117707280_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIiJJrcf2gER4BrP2wZjGTd8hzFeyC7fPY1_Zdh5nk2dEuWH7UpRng6NUrQMoJo0PmPTBqCtxXLfVn2j8eAq29Hy6NI-WMsVIbZwY6wlMvi98MMTZTGDrRckrcxfnv0R7yO2YQB8-Gkzmvs0SOmVKufuV2EAW50fYH0SH6BEG_uVvSZZuE_5t7ScRarA/s320/277578530_10228832982346282_762309651117707280_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And my favorite, the Dogwood, which I have seen in pink and white.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8-ln-t-YLkB9gJ7OyKl5QSOdqZye8Zfa6SykhLQKPyqobpsTOYX5I4pCPyWVHhJwuzPwW-R8HiSPn3CIOP2TZ4n5k9Sb7ILI9Hj_Hlq34J1_MvT9kUXtai4zrtg9emG1_jFZZmxJaRiceU-xEBjjcbAN_RJFm5qqM6kfPF7E75xB6sLo9SQxWjRL7vA/s245/pinkdogwood.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="163" data-original-width="245" height="163" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8-ln-t-YLkB9gJ7OyKl5QSOdqZye8Zfa6SykhLQKPyqobpsTOYX5I4pCPyWVHhJwuzPwW-R8HiSPn3CIOP2TZ4n5k9Sb7ILI9Hj_Hlq34J1_MvT9kUXtai4zrtg9emG1_jFZZmxJaRiceU-xEBjjcbAN_RJFm5qqM6kfPF7E75xB6sLo9SQxWjRL7vA/s1600/pinkdogwood.jpg" width="245" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirsJuLbX_JvZVOXGXwT572IC0nn_n8OJr8OhieJIgk8tnMq9K4IWchviaadClsprO1Nz6nvuKmI31RfXVPHTvDU09K0CCezS200XknB9pZ7I99aH4q4SAI43HfuWP5Jel6LpodoMSHhvVe5S5lBvTaBTBBdfuKbbK0kZFafLLJXPfolB7Gy0eFtQKSig/s960/277590431_10228832980426234_6812606073379143681_n%20(1).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirsJuLbX_JvZVOXGXwT572IC0nn_n8OJr8OhieJIgk8tnMq9K4IWchviaadClsprO1Nz6nvuKmI31RfXVPHTvDU09K0CCezS200XknB9pZ7I99aH4q4SAI43HfuWP5Jel6LpodoMSHhvVe5S5lBvTaBTBBdfuKbbK0kZFafLLJXPfolB7Gy0eFtQKSig/s320/277590431_10228832980426234_6812606073379143681_n%20(1).jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I have quite a few trees at the tiny farmhouse. There are several saucer Magnolias, many pine trees, magnificent oaks, walnut and pecan, but I will watch the Dogwood every day for signs that the blooms are about to happen.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWMi6gSi-GWImXGKu-l-qoZPtpGPFEDQJCW6zFvBVeqEJJUdJja8WYmPC5dAIzckK4fBT2dTV5MliX1e0eI7YUUMN_QfN9utRAxLehZMfCTKWpAfbjApavdy-zNnHSbzR9D8M-xRTdiR9zUBwE2UkWWb3O-7f2vSskG3N4WWJ5MFpW79JlyZ8X81vUxw/s960/277766176_10228832986986398_6114575853971372618_n%20(1).jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWMi6gSi-GWImXGKu-l-qoZPtpGPFEDQJCW6zFvBVeqEJJUdJja8WYmPC5dAIzckK4fBT2dTV5MliX1e0eI7YUUMN_QfN9utRAxLehZMfCTKWpAfbjApavdy-zNnHSbzR9D8M-xRTdiR9zUBwE2UkWWb3O-7f2vSskG3N4WWJ5MFpW79JlyZ8X81vUxw/s320/277766176_10228832986986398_6114575853971372618_n%20(1).jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR69Po_FliIlehjd4WEOqo9NKc-WlOxr_qc66PFODW9EPp1LKtNMxIrgcNoFMihlmpCfPZ1cYfk9eRYLfiEAo4dFpBefLBBd85KMww1D2Tm9juqyHneqRXCRAGdUPIloNAPv_og4RmA1UwfWeYxoEIzfb_JIDnfOHstCUxuCOG9XuquUW5bkt7GcUdKw/s960/277738979_10228832987426409_2867553226089610296_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR69Po_FliIlehjd4WEOqo9NKc-WlOxr_qc66PFODW9EPp1LKtNMxIrgcNoFMihlmpCfPZ1cYfk9eRYLfiEAo4dFpBefLBBd85KMww1D2Tm9juqyHneqRXCRAGdUPIloNAPv_og4RmA1UwfWeYxoEIzfb_JIDnfOHstCUxuCOG9XuquUW5bkt7GcUdKw/s320/277738979_10228832987426409_2867553226089610296_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">And then one day, there they are! The showy, white part is called a bract. It is a modified leaf and will turn color. The flower is the greenish yellow center. They will last 10 days to two weeks if a late frost or rain storm don't take them away too soon.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhewlo49JanLOQWkxRbIsCr5bd36_1syF0gSClWH0g9QvC6Ak-OyT4LKpQTT9VSZYGADFA1AhCBCYEwnQMMP74-N0MEC5Ke8f0jUG1MHprMFRC0qA_eKU73vlC0FFPIpa9g-a-d00IfKhuhoWhayAnQ97lkIXDCMq5idShGvZ9CETcLEL5ogP-NjHxf4Q/s960/277513839_10228832981106251_465899031446682721_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhewlo49JanLOQWkxRbIsCr5bd36_1syF0gSClWH0g9QvC6Ak-OyT4LKpQTT9VSZYGADFA1AhCBCYEwnQMMP74-N0MEC5Ke8f0jUG1MHprMFRC0qA_eKU73vlC0FFPIpa9g-a-d00IfKhuhoWhayAnQ97lkIXDCMq5idShGvZ9CETcLEL5ogP-NjHxf4Q/s320/277513839_10228832981106251_465899031446682721_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div>It isn't a wonder to me that the Dogwood Blossom is the State Flower of North Carolina. The State Bird, the Cardinal, is plentiful in my yard. There are eight species of pine tree in this state and that is the State Tree. The State Insect is the Honeybee.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiXRrNb0p5CTtX6Fj6UBc962ZbXmZRVCI5xZJ3jFaFiULfdqQshAFGr_uohDXphCOITyHBWoR6TbHUeqwDvJhvxHBMoLiqzOi9BKfodG1n3b-NOCVxgxthylrzhhQF4mgEeVr3WHIyqI194Vin35e-EuFyYm_NAQEZe1tlSbKAxQBhmp_qc1KiZh-HCw/s203/statebird.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="163" data-original-width="203" height="163" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiXRrNb0p5CTtX6Fj6UBc962ZbXmZRVCI5xZJ3jFaFiULfdqQshAFGr_uohDXphCOITyHBWoR6TbHUeqwDvJhvxHBMoLiqzOi9BKfodG1n3b-NOCVxgxthylrzhhQF4mgEeVr3WHIyqI194Vin35e-EuFyYm_NAQEZe1tlSbKAxQBhmp_qc1KiZh-HCw/s1600/statebird.jpg" width="203" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj43sEEpH431QJ2SrsvDqXJZMYKuM6BKlxMzxlsduGpA4l4ukIyqiQyF0W4sGdvzrCuxG1IL9XNCE2XEWU9hKjtnJJkrMdqKH0n6k8G0FUd6pBnhges-DeF1N1vLczEYaljS0tXe27kWuDa1qicSB4CdazxrrhKkLU6pL8xpjpdPiXyiokGM4wuEVixlw/s440/longleafpine.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="440" data-original-width="395" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj43sEEpH431QJ2SrsvDqXJZMYKuM6BKlxMzxlsduGpA4l4ukIyqiQyF0W4sGdvzrCuxG1IL9XNCE2XEWU9hKjtnJJkrMdqKH0n6k8G0FUd6pBnhges-DeF1N1vLczEYaljS0tXe27kWuDa1qicSB4CdazxrrhKkLU6pL8xpjpdPiXyiokGM4wuEVixlw/s320/longleafpine.jpg" width="287" /></a></div></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKGFpXbMxKeE5v3sHoP-V_C9GmatCaDfMB5uSlm_frOw76dVQpOoLO9UircKyg_rnsl-EvvwH3Uv-AhRLTQT8eB6f8VHOgzZf7pxAD2pT3zcbd0ExXM36fRY19kczyuyyKeIMLJmo6hoOy4KoeqSt2tisxRkyxkD3rgnOFctljitJmufEBzMSn0h99Qw/s163/honeybee.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="160" data-original-width="163" height="160" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKGFpXbMxKeE5v3sHoP-V_C9GmatCaDfMB5uSlm_frOw76dVQpOoLO9UircKyg_rnsl-EvvwH3Uv-AhRLTQT8eB6f8VHOgzZf7pxAD2pT3zcbd0ExXM36fRY19kczyuyyKeIMLJmo6hoOy4KoeqSt2tisxRkyxkD3rgnOFctljitJmufEBzMSn0h99Qw/s1600/honeybee.jpg" width="163" /></a></div><br />As you probably can tell that I enjoy my adoptive state. The project of creating a State Tribute Gown began quite a while ago, changed directions several times, was finished and hung in the closet for three years waiting for the perfect day to wear it when the Dogwood was in bloom. That day happened this week! So I'll catch you up on the gown, the accessories, and we'll finish with some photos and video of that glorious day I was finally to wear it.<div><br /></div><div><b>The State Tribute Gown</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>The patterns are both from Truly Victorian. TV225 1878 Fantail Skirt and TV430 1878 Polonaise.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitfcQ4T2hTOtdHGH5koI3EOD3Z8-h8vf7_B3dWDzSKVhG3v2ZbYo2nxfZvd_4KtT5HyBX0sKx6YV2w5s6p83g0-wQWLltnejA-zmxdmE1skfL72eDrhQeRWn5vMCDsUOEzDkJKg39xEeq7gFx0MIp36PHWZazNmEl_sGhRZPBbDDqAMUlSL1x-hMIlqw/s960/278058011_10228846841452751_6369163186425615742_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitfcQ4T2hTOtdHGH5koI3EOD3Z8-h8vf7_B3dWDzSKVhG3v2ZbYo2nxfZvd_4KtT5HyBX0sKx6YV2w5s6p83g0-wQWLltnejA-zmxdmE1skfL72eDrhQeRWn5vMCDsUOEzDkJKg39xEeq7gFx0MIp36PHWZazNmEl_sGhRZPBbDDqAMUlSL1x-hMIlqw/s320/278058011_10228846841452751_6369163186425615742_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguUX3o_fwYvhXNnueZALI8ghiN4G4mjpcbXIUr2DjEou7vhH6YSJwTud6dTADsSVOJaNpC06KmcaHKWQELDG-iUOCEWzvffVWp17tFUZ9sNDT7WnS6xo0SMe3ooUT8zhuX2vllxAzQf1CXGpe9mOzjFpCRtq2jzb1_jXv0HwvLj1xIaBymFaST0j_79A/s640/278029610_10228846840532728_302594837373295186_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguUX3o_fwYvhXNnueZALI8ghiN4G4mjpcbXIUr2DjEou7vhH6YSJwTud6dTADsSVOJaNpC06KmcaHKWQELDG-iUOCEWzvffVWp17tFUZ9sNDT7WnS6xo0SMe3ooUT8zhuX2vllxAzQf1CXGpe9mOzjFpCRtq2jzb1_jXv0HwvLj1xIaBymFaST0j_79A/s320/278029610_10228846840532728_302594837373295186_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlSKOgI8hTBF2FA0Y5qyQJLskuXbqJ6rZDV6FaXO1xem-ph9Zhw-p2JQrKy_ZRWM3J4j1L1I_oUqSIjHHqaEE7ulByDzqkgndMsBVhSWrRYUKEcZyD4zs7jGyuZU_r9hlGbstaLUnlY6Qk4OHBB8StS7YhhY6riIT8UvbdTIeRXsLlWnBb8MO_YwLJ5Q/s960/277787102_10228846840972739_6045676018598245236_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlSKOgI8hTBF2FA0Y5qyQJLskuXbqJ6rZDV6FaXO1xem-ph9Zhw-p2JQrKy_ZRWM3J4j1L1I_oUqSIjHHqaEE7ulByDzqkgndMsBVhSWrRYUKEcZyD4zs7jGyuZU_r9hlGbstaLUnlY6Qk4OHBB8StS7YhhY6riIT8UvbdTIeRXsLlWnBb8MO_YwLJ5Q/s320/277787102_10228846840972739_6045676018598245236_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div>The fabrics are a red dupioni silk matching the color in the North Carolina State Flag. The red silk is combined with the North Carolina State Tartan.</div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCkZ3yQATAsMjDupLSjfslXO8Lq-ywl6ax-ybJutvDbAF5lZxZnREv-T-9iJiPJPvd29xVO-8MeWiMFp_viBl5vapHyChnUJn1X-SlWict-QCugOzveov1h8heki1W-L7_NQRr5MAwjgobhtEM_wZsjMh_f87SD5X0ObjlryJP73ddeg2GzOdHApuXlg/s166/flag.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="166" data-original-width="166" height="166" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCkZ3yQATAsMjDupLSjfslXO8Lq-ywl6ax-ybJutvDbAF5lZxZnREv-T-9iJiPJPvd29xVO-8MeWiMFp_viBl5vapHyChnUJn1X-SlWict-QCugOzveov1h8heki1W-L7_NQRr5MAwjgobhtEM_wZsjMh_f87SD5X0ObjlryJP73ddeg2GzOdHApuXlg/s1600/flag.jpg" width="166" /></a></div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq-J93IAyy0D27pIGUzWubpbK10wffh39NdN4u6ZKuwse1ITJS39xlMIKgZRfcd-nT0dUZDz-McVgfmc6kvEyRcTte8D4eF5tEFp1xTvsEFleENVvmvfvzqVEM_McXUXTK7MkcnaRkZd2EyLBTbJN9JJ9LXwmqbyjgisP1AQsTD46Lza1c0YcsZjI6rQ/s220/277666136_10228819953700574_5458391497962623079_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="179" data-original-width="220" height="179" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq-J93IAyy0D27pIGUzWubpbK10wffh39NdN4u6ZKuwse1ITJS39xlMIKgZRfcd-nT0dUZDz-McVgfmc6kvEyRcTte8D4eF5tEFp1xTvsEFleENVvmvfvzqVEM_McXUXTK7MkcnaRkZd2EyLBTbJN9JJ9LXwmqbyjgisP1AQsTD46Lza1c0YcsZjI6rQ/s1600/277666136_10228819953700574_5458391497962623079_n.jpg" width="220" /></a></div><br />The skirt construction is very basic with a drawstring tie at the back to create the fantail. The polonaise pieces are cut for the front and back and hung on the dressform testing trim and buttons. There are a lot of buttons and I was so lucky to find a beautiful pale blue with an embossed bird.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEm4ztCePVkqiKCZeEkW8_WCpIJSM-SkWVAkBp-NZQyYIGey2QitfolnTRVhX0jYa_M-8jjzd_uhyAO9ygE5_kJqahaEOHrdOx-V0hfrl7WndsLFovBpBafbi-VoHnnxst0swAzkL_jteQvsbtdCnkRsm2268CLiRNBiWGRVUMXw6NP_qpcLzZTCMh4w/s1992/277782731_10228819762215787_3380796300146024714_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1992" data-original-width="1121" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEm4ztCePVkqiKCZeEkW8_WCpIJSM-SkWVAkBp-NZQyYIGey2QitfolnTRVhX0jYa_M-8jjzd_uhyAO9ygE5_kJqahaEOHrdOx-V0hfrl7WndsLFovBpBafbi-VoHnnxst0swAzkL_jteQvsbtdCnkRsm2268CLiRNBiWGRVUMXw6NP_qpcLzZTCMh4w/s320/277782731_10228819762215787_3380796300146024714_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvevDVrzArSmqkqVINV0E0njNfRCVKTeRKNsm4pl-h_qTqphkiyscFhmwo2GeSbfYrlF0mxkKbQdDnf9_3cZzttjwNeMzK2FcfzL5_1Zp2aKOJoxaHp9TV_pFMqAlIo6bZ6urcclBdk1FXNjHCFe1Zq8K48ugch8UAmS3y6EmnboEfhvm5A-BCY5iWSA/s1992/277753414_10228819761575771_7293125127097509541_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1992" data-original-width="1121" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvevDVrzArSmqkqVINV0E0njNfRCVKTeRKNsm4pl-h_qTqphkiyscFhmwo2GeSbfYrlF0mxkKbQdDnf9_3cZzttjwNeMzK2FcfzL5_1Zp2aKOJoxaHp9TV_pFMqAlIo6bZ6urcclBdk1FXNjHCFe1Zq8K48ugch8UAmS3y6EmnboEfhvm5A-BCY5iWSA/s320/277753414_10228819761575771_7293125127097509541_n.jpg" width="180" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxWCBanWJg2neMrID8rr8hjVtKyOAZaoXmXYPnjQx2vUajmukv-EEK22p7lM2I-_n-24p0lgc1-cRqRc6nshRTpcJyt3QaEvd0FeiilO2VetfYG6A7lQ-Nk1ScIITNFOLIg4GLA0E7R7d75EFLUMOoMDxTD6VoFwuFb5OUY6ryj17LnQ8gp2xMDJuNfw/s960/277554098_10228819954660598_7501716522951660776_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxWCBanWJg2neMrID8rr8hjVtKyOAZaoXmXYPnjQx2vUajmukv-EEK22p7lM2I-_n-24p0lgc1-cRqRc6nshRTpcJyt3QaEvd0FeiilO2VetfYG6A7lQ-Nk1ScIITNFOLIg4GLA0E7R7d75EFLUMOoMDxTD6VoFwuFb5OUY6ryj17LnQ8gp2xMDJuNfw/s320/277554098_10228819954660598_7501716522951660776_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Each separate piece is flatlined with a red cotton fabric and then all pieces are sewn together with the front pleating created as directed and the back detail created with drawstrings. A side pocket is such a great detail.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8TyOatg6UDGaMGp9EdzjlFZec0NCfhPzPOuWsvTwLd_aAQch7QZZ7pKFUpPJQHhyJEJniycBUO5fAkdeMvt7fc2TdktZteOxMxs7wPqQ58wF1Fa--L7jCYkFzNZe_kePoWhd0OqGhCnP1AOYpJnwBpGDxp7HOQB-4WJxjUCtc0fG75ZRGKGD1KkQ4-w/s1812/277805135_10228819885658873_2665651252754732180_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1812" data-original-width="886" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8TyOatg6UDGaMGp9EdzjlFZec0NCfhPzPOuWsvTwLd_aAQch7QZZ7pKFUpPJQHhyJEJniycBUO5fAkdeMvt7fc2TdktZteOxMxs7wPqQ58wF1Fa--L7jCYkFzNZe_kePoWhd0OqGhCnP1AOYpJnwBpGDxp7HOQB-4WJxjUCtc0fG75ZRGKGD1KkQ4-w/s320/277805135_10228819885658873_2665651252754732180_n.jpg" width="156" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKaNSCqjtchTsZev8dnCc1X3uj6T6uhMTgLnOl4sytktt9rVj8Sl4z_tdZz7ONZ35qBOwrK5cts369iMqaP9m7dlHXOM15RzlEKwehCX0cXJK3tbqnWihEWWW7pc1KQpi8Fiac_TFWh4V_5-lAdaTWnOjE7tRZJ_v45OXvspmgdhH9Zooii0OFHPnIbw/s1956/277775306_10228819886178886_3645451118343636952_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1956" data-original-width="1464" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKaNSCqjtchTsZev8dnCc1X3uj6T6uhMTgLnOl4sytktt9rVj8Sl4z_tdZz7ONZ35qBOwrK5cts369iMqaP9m7dlHXOM15RzlEKwehCX0cXJK3tbqnWihEWWW7pc1KQpi8Fiac_TFWh4V_5-lAdaTWnOjE7tRZJ_v45OXvspmgdhH9Zooii0OFHPnIbw/s320/277775306_10228819886178886_3645451118343636952_n.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHJRnsgOlkrPoAamAYW_2t4JZ7Y0Qq_EWITYuV3eGbD1MIiKWDskSx4E7vRD2Tc_wtjoaNLurJW4DeqB5lWvnU8L12dDkPLuURrINWYOVZbn2AxoqwNjJdgnr9pRdOT3AOrd1T4SCSpvblqcqAQh52nASTbQ4Ouo8jXXcuDN6MssjFmik-151-Ii760g/s615/277775231_10228819886298889_3491898665022223028_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="615" data-original-width="417" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHJRnsgOlkrPoAamAYW_2t4JZ7Y0Qq_EWITYuV3eGbD1MIiKWDskSx4E7vRD2Tc_wtjoaNLurJW4DeqB5lWvnU8L12dDkPLuURrINWYOVZbn2AxoqwNjJdgnr9pRdOT3AOrd1T4SCSpvblqcqAQh52nASTbQ4Ouo8jXXcuDN6MssjFmik-151-Ii760g/s320/277775231_10228819886298889_3491898665022223028_n.jpg" width="217" /></a></div><div><br /></div>I've added a lot of trim to this gown at the collar and cuffs, a red lace applique on the bodice, appliques of the State Emblem and Cardinal, Pine Tree, and Honeybee. I made bows. And I wore an antique watch I won at auction many years ago. But mostly I added Dogwood Blossom trim everywhere!<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYAZHG7sVmi-5see_b2VwHoSCEMFXzK-HgS6tCNf86VpUZUuH3hJqBP894I4GO0YvgX0-rMMUj46edCTFyVMBGZNgRlH105ODeni5rneyzWSlkKwNl6cQftRam9CEAzm0lmlT4RGEIde6bxBXzJk5NoGaMti_Jm1UYGaMnea_NgXI9J2YJXVIdjuDuow/s2000/277734471_10228819956980656_8709935692694403184_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="2000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYAZHG7sVmi-5see_b2VwHoSCEMFXzK-HgS6tCNf86VpUZUuH3hJqBP894I4GO0YvgX0-rMMUj46edCTFyVMBGZNgRlH105ODeni5rneyzWSlkKwNl6cQftRam9CEAzm0lmlT4RGEIde6bxBXzJk5NoGaMti_Jm1UYGaMnea_NgXI9J2YJXVIdjuDuow/s320/277734471_10228819956980656_8709935692694403184_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhB4giPxKXAtjuxI4jcO6sg-5_z0OOOa5Hp3qWlxMEuyZF2FEcxkBlh-ekRqehAQs-pN7t6u2fnbEpN7y3mMOWTSqSDavWKzHghjN6CKOBkttnfMTCWA36EBDlxTUe912zuEHgBJDUgJhkeH3FML7pdIHNIrwjwwBFgl-057M1SkvjV4u-qGjSR7qJBEQ/s1914/277101050_10228819975941130_3071740397581338871_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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Because when its oak neighbor in is full leaf there is shade in the entire front yard.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpL6fzkzvIqXqJIfPOMBGcm0sayeOnByZQmRK5hL-OMo4qSbAEuV1dKSCSu9gGYxwZd1MUsDcFkJYdFqe5ymG6pkAFROb-0DNF5oz4J3unMiMtEx60zBT6JUkwq99qF4TXagHiSUYQT46UI2amlymzcNE7_laTFrk9SPjDvDLM-FQ39nHBsuSK8uAYgA/s960/277225146_10228813568500948_7044948589073773147_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpL6fzkzvIqXqJIfPOMBGcm0sayeOnByZQmRK5hL-OMo4qSbAEuV1dKSCSu9gGYxwZd1MUsDcFkJYdFqe5ymG6pkAFROb-0DNF5oz4J3unMiMtEx60zBT6JUkwq99qF4TXagHiSUYQT46UI2amlymzcNE7_laTFrk9SPjDvDLM-FQ39nHBsuSK8uAYgA/s320/277225146_10228813568500948_7044948589073773147_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKqkZXmN6U404V-r8dVrJ3WY1emdoXVAZU7kDZ6RlOYIk0hrkE10u7hRs51DuqXxYS_I3zSVF9lx7HoKE62zeju8fHnJyEcZEwdIJbgBd_JIliBW9Y5skGnAg6-hA_FBB2Pm7lGqTjBs-AfLUdM2sC6qwMTpQLWzHqFvj07mcNxB2Sj8hb5Xm9NVYPpw/s960/277557378_10228813573221066_5325488855276294194_n.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKqkZXmN6U404V-r8dVrJ3WY1emdoXVAZU7kDZ6RlOYIk0hrkE10u7hRs51DuqXxYS_I3zSVF9lx7HoKE62zeju8fHnJyEcZEwdIJbgBd_JIliBW9Y5skGnAg6-hA_FBB2Pm7lGqTjBs-AfLUdM2sC6qwMTpQLWzHqFvj07mcNxB2Sj8hb5Xm9NVYPpw/s320/277557378_10228813573221066_5325488855276294194_n.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div>Thank you for joining me on this spring journey! As the North Carolina State Emblem says "Esse Quam Videri" which translates to "To be, rather than to seem." Or as they say in North Carolina, Keep It Real!<div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">Hugs,</div><div style="text-align: center;"> Jeanette</div><div><br /><br /><div>Link to YouTube companion video: <a href="https://youtu.be/aAlcGhyoI40" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/aAlcGhyoI40</a><br /><b><br /></b><div><br /></div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div><br /><div><br /><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><p><br /></p></div></div></div></div></div></div>Jeanettehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09186764620925579101noreply@blogger.com0