Last night I finally got back to work on the 1770s English gown. I'd only pleated the back and stitched one side down, before, but here's what I did last night:
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| It's amazing how something feels much closer to done when the skirt goes on, but I know I have a ton of finishing work waiting for me.... |
I don't normally sew very fast, but
this pattern is pretty amazing. The booklet makes it easy - just follow the steps and suddenly you have most of a gown put together! There are a couple confusing parts, but I was glad I had a little experience with the pleating on the back (from my
Revolution Dress), so I could fiddle through it alright.
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| No boning in the back yet, and no lining in the front, but it's looking pretty good so far. |
At this point there is no lining in the bodice front, no shoulder straps or sleeves obviously, and only one side of the skirt is pleated and attached. I still have a lot of work to do, but I'm really enjoying this project, so I hope it keeps going so well.
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| Tiny prick stitches attaching the front bodice to the back, and the skirt to the bodice. I love this type of stitch. |
As to the sleeve trimmings, I've decided to go with the pinked flounces instead of the winged cuffs, so I can wear this gown in Williamsburg this Summer. :-) Yay!
