It's getting ridiculous at this point, because that's really all I do have. Aside from my Kaprifol Jacket and a couple of petticoats, my only quality garments should really be worn underneath other garments.
I am in the process of making a Regency gown and a natural form walking outfit, but for now, I can't really wear my hard work outside.
Anyway, I'm in the midst of stash-busting, and I found a yard of this really pretty cinnamon worsted that I had picked up at B&T forever ago. What to do with a scant yard of fabric? Make a pair of stays!!!
I'm using a pattern drafted from Corsets and Crinolines (page 40), and am going to try my darndest at making these shoulder straps fit. The part I like most about this pattern is that there are only two pieces for the body; the shaping is created by the boning pattern.
I'll be posting on my progress as I go. I am currently saving up for an adorable printed cotton from B&T, and plan on making an open gown once these stays are done!
Thanks for reading!
Meg
