The American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Dressmaking

Author: Lauren Stowell
Publisher: PAGE STREET PUB
ISBN: 1624144535
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 242

Book Description
"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 American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Beauty

Author: Lauren Stowell
Publisher: Page Street Publishing
ISBN: 1624147917
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 640

Book Description
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.

The Workwoman's Guide

Author: Lady
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Knitting
Languages : en
Pages : 372

Book Description

Authentic Victorian Dressmaking Techniques

Author: Kristina Harris
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486320170
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 146

Book Description
Vintage guide offered turn-of-the-century seamstresses clear instructions for altering patterns and creating shirt-blouses, skirts, wedding gowns, coats, maternity wear, children's clothing, and other apparel.

Everyday Dress of Rural America, 1783-1800

Author: Merideth Wright
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486273202
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 127

Book Description
Comprehensive study of late-18th-century clothing worn by settlers and Abenaki Indians of New England. Full descriptions and line drawings with complete instructions for duplicating a wide range of garments: shifts, petticoats, gowns, breeches, waistcoats, headgear, more. Four bibliographies. List of resources. 54 black-and-white illustrations.

Make, Sew and Mend

Author: Bernadette Banner
Publisher: Page Street Publishing
ISBN: 1645674878
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 505

Book Description
New York Times Bestseller Learn the Historically Proven Stitches Every Seamster Needs with Beloved Historical Fashion YouTuber Bernadette Banner Whether you are just getting started with sustainable fashion and need to alter your new secondhand finds, or you want an introduction to sewing techniques for making your own clothes, Bernadette Banner’s signature voice will guide you through all the traditional stitches and techniques you need to extend the life of your favorite pieces and take fashion into your own hands! From tips and tricks on choosing your materials and preparing your fabric for sewing to more complex techniques like mending small holes, adding pockets to garments, making your own buttons and beyond—this book has everything you need. Complete with step-by-step photos and insight into what alterations each sewing technique is best suited for, Bernadette walks you through every step of your sewing journey. For added inspiration, this book also includes profiles on exciting voices in the historic sewing community and their perspectives on how taking fashion into their own hands has changed their lives for the better. Make, Sew and Mend is the perfect foundation for beginner sewers to start making their fashion their own.

Complete Dressmaking Skills

Author: Lorna Knight
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781782210245
Category : Dressmaking
Languages : en
Pages : 256

Book Description
This comprehensive guide provides instruction in a wide range of dressmaking techniques, from how to use and adapt patterns, to sewing hems, zippers, and adding embellishments.

Petticoats and Frock Coats

Author: Cynthia Overbeck Bix
Publisher: Twenty-First Century Books
ISBN: 0761380531
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 68

Book Description
What would you have worn if you lived during the American Revolution or the early 1800s? It depends on who you were! Women wore layers and layers of undergarments, including corsets, chemises, and petticoats, and they accessorized with gloves, hats, parasols, and fans. Men also flaunted plenty of accessories, including neckties, top hats, walking sticks, and pocket watches. Read more about Revolutionary and early 1800s fashions—from pantaloons to silk stockings to tricornered hats—in this fascinating book!

Historic Costumes and How to Make Them

Author: Mary Fernald
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486449068
Category : Design
Languages : en
Pages : 178

Book Description
Practical, informative guidebook shows how to create everything from short tunics worn by Saxon men in the fifth century to a lady's bustle dress of the late 1800s. 81 illustrations.

Costume Close-up

Author: Linda Baumgarten
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Costume
Languages : en
Pages : 136

Book Description
Costume Close-up discusses the cut, fit, and construction of antique clothing of the second half of the eighteenth century. It will enable talented artisans with advanced skills to construct authentic garments and show curators, conservators, costumers, and reenactors new ways to look at such attire.