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An 1880s Bodice Plastron - Refit

An 1880s Bodice Plastron - Refit

Me and Abby in our bustle gowns - totally different styles but we actually used the same pattern for the apron. Do you ever pop into your Costume Closet to...
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1880s Wool Ensemble - The Bodice and Finished Outfit

1880s Wool Ensemble - The Bodice and Finished Outfit

1885 Wool and Velveteen Day Dress In the last post about this outfit, I talked about apportioning rulers and how I made the overskirt/apron for this outfit. I promised you...
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1880s Wool Ensemble - Apportioning Ruler Adventures

1880s Wool Ensemble - Apportioning Ruler Adventures

I've been slow but steady on the progress of this grey wool and black velvet mid-1880s outfit. It's been about a month of weekends working on it, but I'm proud...
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An 1880s Wool Ensemble - Beginnings

An 1880s Wool Ensemble - Beginnings

Last week I shared with you the beautiful "Russian Seasons" coat from Armstreet.com, paired with an 1880s wool skirt I threw together for the occasion. The skirt was made from...
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