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Sewing: Victorian Corset
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Victorian Corset

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Pattern Info

Pattern info for this project can be found here:
Laughing Moon Victorian Undergarments »

Instructions

This patterns tends to run a size or 2 too large for the corset. I used a size smaller than the instructions called for, and still had to take it in some.
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Category: Sewing

Type of item: Costume

For: Women

Style: Traditional, Victorian / Steampunk, Classic

Materials

Embroidered satin, poly/cotton broadcloth, zip boning, grommets, steel busks, lace and bias tape.

What was your inspiration?

I made the Dore corset, as the Silverado corset is not very flattering for a well endowed figure. I like the silhouette of this corset, and it is fairly comfortable. This corset was made for The Emerald Parlor's Ladies Tipsy Tea 2011. The theme was Victorian.

 

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Amanda on craftsy.com
Amanda
Aug 14, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
It's looks great! I'm umming and ahhing about getting this pattern at the moment. May I ask, what is zip boning?
Tonia on craftsy.com
Tonia
Aug 14, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Hi Amanda! This is a fairly decent pattern. I do suggest that you make a mock up in the size listed for your measurements, and in the next 2 sizes down. If I make another, I will be going 2 sizes below what is listed for my measurements, that's for sure. As for zip boning, it is the industrial zip ties that you can pick up at your local hardware store. I usually buy the zip ties that are 32" long, as I can get more bones out of the package. This length of zip ties come about 15 ties per bag and will run you about $8. They are more sturdy, and will give you a better hold compared to the regular poly boning you can buy at the fabric stores. Just make sure you have really good pair of snips for cutting them.
Amanda on craftsy.com
Amanda
Aug 14, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Thanks! I'm not sure if that stuff is available in the UK - I'll have a look! I've heard of using cable ties, but the don't seem that strong or flexible. I've used spiral steel boning, about from cutting it, I really like it because of it's flexibility and because it doesn't buckle. The costumes you make are really beautiful, just gorgeous!

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