One of my Christmas presents was the much-anticipated The American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Dressmaking: How to Hand Sew Georgian Gowns and Wear Them with Style. I am a fan of their blog and — of course — their shoes.
The Project
- Linen shift
- Stays
- Under-petticoat
- English Gown petticoat
- Jacket
- English Gown stomacher
- Neck handkerchief (fichu)
- 1740s cap
- Mitts
- Apron
All whilst trying to use appropriate materials and techniques!
Sources and Related Links
- Lauren Stowell and Abby Cox, The American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Dressmaking: How to Hand Sew Georgian Gowns and Wear Them with Style (Page Street Publishing, 2017).
- Lauren Stowell, ‘Hacking the “Outlander” Pattern. Simplicity 8161 – Tips, Tricks, and Alterations’, American Duchess (2016).
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