Stays and Corsets

Stays and Corsets
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Publisher : CRC Press
Total Pages : 403
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781317700746
ISBN-13 : 1317700740
Rating : 4/5 (46 Downloads)

Synopsis Stays and Corsets by : Mandy Barrington

Stays and Corsets: Historical Patterns Translated for the Modern Body goes a step beyond traditional historical costuming texts by not only providing you with historical pattern diagrams and information, but by showing you how to adapt these patterns to the contemporary body shape. Using her original pattern-drafting system, author Mandy Barrington will show you how to draft a historical pattern for a modern body shape, while still retaining an accurate historical silhouette. Each pattern has been generated from an original stay, corset, or pattern taken from a historical garment. The instructions to follow these new patterns are designed to accommodate any size of female figure, allowing you to avoid extremely difficult, time consuming, and inaccurate historical pattern re-sizing Requiring only basic prior knowledge of pattern drafting, all calculations have been worked out for the costume maker and are provided in simple tables accompanied by easy-to-read, step-by-step diagrams that clearly show how the historical pattern is plotted onto the female basic block, coupled with photographs of the constructed stays and corsets.

Stays and Corsets Volume 2

Stays and Corsets Volume 2
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 281
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781351668477
ISBN-13 : 1351668471
Rating : 4/5 (77 Downloads)

Synopsis Stays and Corsets Volume 2 by : Mandy Barrington

In this second volume of Stays and Corsets, Mandy Barrington continues to create historical patterns for a modern body shape. This book contains all new corset patterns with a range of silhouettes that span over 300 years, from the late 16th century to the early 20th century. The corset patterns are generated from an original historical garment and have been designed for a wide range of female figures and sizes. The technique of flat pattern drafting your stays or corset will enable you to change the shape of the wearer to create an authentic historic silhouette. All calculations have been worked out for the reader and are provided in easy-to-read tables, which avoids extremely difficult, time-consuming and inaccurate re-sizing of historical patterns. Some prior knowledge of pattern drafting is helpful; however, each pattern has step-by-step instructions supported by clear diagrams that will take you through each stage of the pattern drafting process. The final result is an accurate period stays or corset pattern for your model.

Corsets

Corsets
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Publisher : Anova Books
Total Pages : 132
Release :
ISBN-10 : 1906388016
ISBN-13 : 9781906388010
Rating : 4/5 (16 Downloads)

Synopsis Corsets by : Jill Salen

Progressing through almost two centuries of corset-making, this fascinating collection showcases an astonishing range of period pieces, from the 1750 whale-boned corsets, through the invention of the sewing machine and mass-produced corsets of the 1850s to the makeshift corsets of World War I. Reflecting the changing fashions and attitudes of women throughout the centuries, the collection includes corsets for pregnancy, riding corsets for sportswomen and hard-wearing corsets for housemaids. There are even corsets for small children and their dolls. The book is packed with practical information on how to recreate these stunning period pieces for yourself. Each corset features an annotated pattern, a detailed drawing and close-up photography so historical detail can be captured accurately by the maker. A brief overview places the corset within its historical context and explains any features or alterations necessary for making up the patterns. For those new to dressmaking there are two step-by-step projects - one for a hand-stitched, pre-1850 corset and one for a post-1850 corset made using the sewing machine. There is also invaluable advice on a range of corset-making techniques, from cutting and fitting the patterns to adding historical detail. Information on lacing the corsets, inserting eyelets, gussets and split busks and on stitching and flossing is all included.

Corsets and Crinolines

Corsets and Crinolines
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 192
Release :
ISBN-10 : UCSC:32106010940614
ISBN-13 :
Rating : 4/5 (14 Downloads)

Synopsis Corsets and Crinolines by : Norah Waugh

"The first of Miss Waugh's important books on historic costume, 'Corsets and crinolines,' set a new standard of accuracy and lively interest. Showing that the silhouette of women's dress has been in a state of continuous change, allied to economic and architectural evolution as well as changing ideas of sexual attractiveness, she itemizes three cycles in the last 400 years in which women's silhouette was blown up to the utmost limit, by artificial means, and then collapsed again to a long straight line. At these points the extremes were invariably considered absurdities and the corsets and hoops were discarded by their users, so that in actuality very few specimens from the earlier periods at least have come down to us. This book is a study of these shapes and how they were produced, how simple laced bodices became corsets of cane, whalebone, and steel, while padding at shoulders and hips gave way to the structures of farthingales, hoops and bustles. Since paintings, prints and photographs of these props are not sufficient to convey their three-dimensional form, Miss Waugh has provided structural drawings and patterns, always made from existing specimens. Each period is enlivened by quotations from contemporary sources -- from letters, diaries, satiric poems, tailors' and dressmakers' bills, as well as journalists' accounts, often very amusing in themselves. These describe the garments and their under-structures and show how they were viewed by the people who saw them. Added are an index, a glossary of terms and materials, appendices on the repair and manufacture of corsets and crinolines, on whalebone and the whale fishery that supported it." --

The Corset

The Corset
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Publisher : Yale University Press
Total Pages : 216
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9780300099539
ISBN-13 : 0300099533
Rating : 4/5 (39 Downloads)

Synopsis The Corset by : Valerie Steele

Korsettets kulturhistorie fra renæssancen til det 20. århundrede

The American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Dressmaking

The American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Dressmaking
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Publisher : PAGE STREET PUB
Total Pages : 242
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781624144530
ISBN-13 : 1624144535
Rating : 4/5 (30 Downloads)

Synopsis The American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Dressmaking by : Lauren Stowell

"This comprehensive guide will walk you through how to make and wear your 18th century dream gown. [The authors] have endeavored to ... [bring] historically accurate dressmaking techniques into your sewing room. Learn how to make four of the most iconic 18th century silhouettes--the English Gown, Sacque Gown, Italian Gown and Round Gown--using the same hand sewing techniques done by historic dressmakers. From large hoops to full bums, wool petticoats to grand silk gowns, ruffled aprons to big feathered hats, this manual has project patterns and instructions for every level of 18th century sewing enthusiast"--Amazon.com.

The Basics of Corset Building

The Basics of Corset Building
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Publisher : St. Martin's Griffin
Total Pages : 92
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781429994279
ISBN-13 : 1429994274
Rating : 4/5 (79 Downloads)

Synopsis The Basics of Corset Building by : Linda Sparks

Think of a corset as a blank canvas. Linda Sparks' The Basics of Corset Building: A Handbook for Beginners is a comprehensive guide to building your first corset, including: Section One: Tools and Materials for Corset Building Discusses the tools you'll need, plus types of steel, plastic, and textiles. Section Two: Building a Corset Everything you need to know about working with bones and busks, setting grommets and eyelets, and creating a beautifully finished corset. Section Three: Construction Techniques Covers all the steps, including making a modesty panel, making a mock-up, and building single layer, double layer, and fashion fabric corsets. Section Four: Alterations and Fit Discusses commercial corset patterns, as well as how to fit and style a corset for exactly the look you want.

Bound & Determined

Bound & Determined
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Publisher : Courier Corporation
Total Pages : 130
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9780486478920
ISBN-13 : 0486478920
Rating : 4/5 (20 Downloads)

Synopsis Bound & Determined by : Kristina Seleshanko

This revealing history of corsetry ranges from the 19th through the mid-20th centuries to show how simple laced bodices developed into corsets of cane, whalebone, and steel. Lavish illustrations include line drawings and photographs from a diversity of sources, such as clothing catalogs, newspaper and popular magazine advertisements, and magazine articles.

The American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Beauty

The American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Beauty
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Publisher : Page Street Publishing
Total Pages : 640
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781624147913
ISBN-13 : 1624147917
Rating : 4/5 (13 Downloads)

Synopsis The American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Beauty by : Lauren Stowell

Master Iconic 18th Century Hair and Makeup Techniques Ever wondered how Marie Antoinette achieved her sky-high hairstyle or how women in the 1700s created their voluminous frizz hairdos? The American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Beauty answers all your Georgian beauty questions—and teaches you all you need to know to recreate the styles yourself. Learn how to whip up your own pomatum and hair powder and correctly use them to take your ’dos to the next level. From there, dive into the world of buckles, hair cushions and papillote papers with historically accurate hairstyles straight from the 1700s. And top all your hair masterpieces with millinery from the time period, from a French night cap to a silk bonnet to a simple, elegant chiffonet. With Lauren and Abby’s step-by-step instructions and insightful commentary, this must-have guide is sure to find a permanent place on the shelves of all 18th century beauty enthusiasts.

Making Corsets

Making Corsets
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Publisher : The Crowood Press
Total Pages : 415
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9781785008214
ISBN-13 : 1785008218
Rating : 4/5 (14 Downloads)

Synopsis Making Corsets by : Julie Collins Brealey

Over the centuries, the corset has been a vital garment designed to support and shape the fashions of the day, and has progressed from being an undergarment to bold outerwear. This practical book explains the full process of making a corset with clear instruction and supporting photographs. Packed with information, it explores methods of creating modern corsets, whilst acknowledging the pioneering techniques of the past. Whatever your reason for creating a corset- be it for theatre- re-enactment or personal wear - this book is an invaluable guide to making a well-constructed, figure-flattering garment. Includes: a list of helpful tools, equipment and materials; step-by-step illustrated instructions showing how to self-draft or personalize a commercially purchased corset pattern; techniques showing how to correct an array of fitting issues to produce a well-shaped corset; a selection of corset-making methods, illustrated with photographs and, finally, imaginative approaches to decorating and personalizing corsets. There are three main projects showing the development of the patterns and construction techniques to create gorgeous corsets.