1884 Reception gown

[madamemodiste]

Not much time for sewing since we moved and I miss you guys!! However, I did mostly finish the bodice to the 1884 reception gown (if you forget, it's here: http://madamemodiste.livejournal.com/107909.html)

It still needs sleeve cuff trim and some lace at the bust, but it's generally done. I wore it to Linsey and Duncan's wedding a week and a half ago.



No plans to make anything until the semester is over next month, so I'll have to live vicariously through you ladies!

Comments

[madamekat.livejournal.com]

Awww, that's so nice! And I love to hear what you guys are thinking about and working on, too.

Just be careful that your fabric for the polonaise isn't too stiff/crisp or it won't do the drapery effect well in the back. I learned that lesson myself when I used a satin taffeta that was too crisp for the 1886 asymmetrical drapery add-on. Opps! But I bet the bengaline will be perfect.

[mokosh-perun.livejournal.com]

Oh thanks for the tip! I'd hate to spend $100 or more on fabric and have it not work well!