I'm Recreating an 1850's Fashion Plate!

[@LadyRebeccaFashions]

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[@TJKozash]

OMG if you have enough of it, you should totally use the purple velvet and ignore the frayed edges. Granted I'm a bit biased against yellow, but when colors match up like that you have to do it. 😁

[@teleriferchnyfain]

Yes yes 🙌

[@dee-annegordon5959]

I always find the fitting/altering stage of a project so interesting to watch. It always gives me ideas about how to get a better fit myself on my projects.

[@wendymalik6784]

FBA is always tricky. The Closet Historian has great videos of pattern/ dart manipulation. I’m going to take an old smaller pattern & follow along to make the FBA for me.

[@cherylrosbak4092]

I was thinking about what Bianca might do the whole way through this!

[@moniqueleigh]

Pattern matching (for plaids, etc.) really seems to be a "look how rich we are, we can waste as much fabric as we like to make it perfect" kind of thing to my mind. Most people (back then & today) are thinking "I paid more per yard of fabric than I make in an hour of work, so you'd better believe I'm gonna use every millimeter of it, and matching be damned. Close enough is good enough." And the.... less budget-conscious get to say, "nope, this doesn't line up. Cut it again & make it perfect. So what if I have to buy more fabric?" I've also noticed that the size/shape of the body underneath can sometimes determine whether pattern matching is even possible. I had one fabric, where there was just no way to line up the repeats unless I made the garment just that little bit too small or way too large (as in, it would make the Big Top look small). I finally just had to suck it up and not match the repeats in order to get a decent fit.

[@annettebroomhall8617]

One thing you may like to try is similar to the padding the pattern calls for. Just above the fullness of the bust, where we start to " hollow", a further bit of padding, like in a tailored jacket, adds definition to the shape and has the advantage of decreasing the wrinkles that often form there. My vote is for the purple silk velvet, (maybe with a touch of the yellow in the centre of the bow) which makes you glow. No fraying.

[@kayta84]

I really love that you go thru and show the difference in the patterns and showing all the alterations you do to get to the finished fit! I learn so much and it's so interesting to watch💜 really love the purple plad, purple is one of my favourite colours and I really feel it compliments your colouring💜

[@clarekuehn4372]

Purple velvet!!!! And I have to admit that the sheets have an accurate look for the era. And they suit you. Sorry, but very pretty mock-up!

[@lajoyous1568]

I've always loved that plaid fabric 🤩 So glad to see you finally using it.

[@liav4102]

That’s a lot of bust ease wow Love seeing your problem solving and analysis of the fashion plates :)

[@roxiepoe9586]

That year is just magic on you. This is going to be beautiful.

[@maia_gaia]

I feel you so hard on the weird fit issues specifically in the front! In between projects I keep trying to create a bodice block that I could use as a base for most projects, but full bust adjustments never quite seem to work for me. I'll keep trying I guess even though it's a tedious project 😅 I'm still a beginner, so adjusting fit is my nightmare.

[@Owieyoutube]

this is exactly the comfort watch I need, healing after a small operation today ❤️❤️

[@LadyRebeccaFashions]

I hope you have a speedy recovery!

[@barbzulis8342]

Wonderful work so far on that bodice...it looks fab! You should take a break, get out of the house & go to a thrift store to find some more mock-up fabric! No need to use valuable fashion fabric (way too expensive....). Looking forward to seeing more on this outfit! Regards to Dora and Lion!

[@werelemur1138]

I've been obsessed with Pagoda sleeves since approximately junior high.

[@crystalsidyll5746]

The fit on the bodice is perfect. Well done.

[@dancooper-jones]

oh, I love pergola sleeve. can't waitto see this series!! argh, I hate the ease that pattern companies add to historic inspired patterns. I have enough of an issue with patterns cos my bust is 15 inches larger than my waist already. so having an extra 8 inches added for the bust ease, but then like 2 inches for the waist just makes life so complicated. if I'm cutting for my bust size, then I would like into actually fit my bust in some way! I was told for years at school that I needed a full bust adjustment in my patterns. I could never make it work either, and neither could the teacher! so it's not always a necessary thing.

[@kyradavis8727]

Reminds me of Scarlett O'Hara's outfit. That fabric is lovely.

[@jeannegreeneyes1319]

Love your fabric choices and I'm also on team purple velvet no fraying! As suggested by another commentor, would be fun to have a bit of the yellow worked in. So informative to watch your processes for making pattern and fit adjustments as you create this, too. 💜💚💛 💖

[@shelbyalston3822]

I've always used the same method with the pins to transfer dart markings! I find it works like a charm. Nice to know I'm not the only one who uses it🙂. And the plaid is just beautiful!

[@trudicole3520]

I think that bodice is looking very nice I can't wait to see the finished dress

[@elainebye9090]

This is going to be such a lovely ensemble! I am so excited to see your progress. That plaid is super beautiful. 😍 I hope you have enough of the purple velvet to use it. 💜 💜 💜

[@GiraffeLoverJen]

My very first historical costuming project, back in the early 2000s was an 1850s dress using one of the Simplicity patterns in the Martha McCain collection.

[@yezzyjames]

That final tail looks adorable. :}

[@Susanfuzz]

You can hide the front horizontal darts under the bows! Looking forward to this :)

[@13KittyKat1305]

You could definitely do the purple and add some small lace or fringe instead of the fraying!

[@georginemurray6500]

I got lucky at Jo-Ann's last year just after you did your 1830's outfit and found 7 yrds of black dupioni silk for $8/yd. Made a Victorian mourning skirt that I wear for holidays. Love it and it was and still is one of my greatest finds. Wonderful tip.

[@LadyRebeccaFashions]

Ooh, great find!

[@KahoriFutunaka]

Such a great project! I love the fabric and I think 1850's look really good an you. So I can't wait for the reveal of the finished dress.

[@tweetthang96]

This dress is gonna be gorgeous!

[@michellecornum5856]

YAY, Big Project!

[@kjtherrick4031]

Your 1850s dress, thus far, is looking very nice! I look forward to seeing it completed.

[@jennybartolo4360]

This is gonna be gorgeous

[@marthastephenson3301]

I like how this is coming together. I did notice that you forgot to do the armscye at size N, which might fix that back issue. Looking forward to the next installment!

[@Corina_Simpson]

That dress is on my "to do someday" list as well. I want to find the exact blue and white plaid as drawn though. That's my hold up.

[@LadyRebeccaFashions]

I hope you can find it!

[@marywest2896]

would LOVE to see green bows and accent band on the dress....

[@beckybanta126]

Hi, Rebecca! Love the history lessons you share as you decide & make these gorgeous fashions. Thank you as always 💕 I believe you shared before, but wonder how you hang, store, persevere your creations & accessories. Blessings to you, especially in job seeking! ❣

[@LadyRebeccaFashions]

Thank you! I actually have a costume closet tour video on my channel already -- if you go back to one of my oldest videos, I made it in the first month or so of my channel (and it's still how I store everything).

[@beckybanta126]

Thank you....will che k it out!😊

[@suem6004]

I am so happy to be a voyeur in your sewing room. Nice to hear others have issues. I sometimes think it is just me. I am still at the early stage of costume creating. So, am thrilled for your detailed and honest discussions about the process. The mistakes teach me just as much as the successes. I am so envious that you can make such beautiful garments.

[@janparker6724]

I use wild ginger pattern maker, the boutique one to make my patterns, I just put in my measurements, and no alterations are needed. Yeah, its $225, but you have probably 45 in paper patterns right there in this video. The software has historical pattern pieces in there, too. I find this keeps me and my generous portions covered without all the math.

[@LadyRebeccaFashions]

I've never heard of that before. Does it let you do unlimited patterns for that price?

[@HesterPrynne293]

Love the fabric combo!!!

[@julieroyce4497]

Lol - I had a sheet set in the exact pattern of your mock-up!

[@MysteryMommy1]

It looks so nice!

[@therewillbecatswithgwenhwyfar]

OMG I love the fabric!!! I haven’t even seen the video yet but you had me at the thumbnail! 😂

[@therewillbecatswithgwenhwyfar]

OMG OMG!!! I’m definitely gonna have to check that out at Joann’s to see if they have any silk mistakenly shoved in the household fabrics!

[@LadyRebeccaFashions]

Good luck! I've only ever been lucky three times!

[@therewillbecatswithgwenhwyfar]

The little tail looks so great!

[@therewillbecatswithgwenhwyfar]

@@LadyRebeccaFashions Three times might not seem like a lot but if I can get lucky 😂 and find silk for a great price, it’ll count! I’ll let you know!!

[@Hiker_who_Sews]

I love your fabric. Altering/fitting is quite a process!

[@jennibakes4u508]

LOVE this, Looks great!!

[@LadyRebeccaFashions]

Thanks!

[@kathrynmccarthy]

I've found some silk. at Jo-Ann's like that. I bought the whole bolt of course. Love the mid-1800's style. Looking forward to seeing how this turns out. I know it'll be beautiful

[@robintheparttimesewer6798]

Oh the bodice is stunning! Love the fabric. It’s going to be so beautiful.

[@kaytiej8311]

This is shaping up to be a lovely project.

[@sandiemable]

The fabric is gorgeous! You really nailed the bodice; it looks great on you. Have a great week, xoxo's Sandie🤗🤗

[@rennells]

I am making Simplicity 1818 right now!! First time making anything like this too. And I am still a relatively beginner sewist

[@rennells]

Oh my goodness. I swear the big pattern manufacturers have body dysmorphia! I just patterned a gusset for the sides of the top to be able to fit someone that is a 24w not a size 12. Their measurements are so greatly off! Anyways. Because of watching your videos I was confident enough to do this ! Ty

[@mariannejohnson2619]

loved this! is there a video showing the final outfit yet?

[@LadyRebeccaFashions]

Thanks! And not yet! It's not finished yet! 😉

[@Raayvhen]

With the current discussion surrounding Truly Victorian patterns, do you plan on continuing to support and recommend the company? I was a little surprised to see you still mentioning them this video.

[@LadyRebeccaFashions]

I made this before that all happened, though it did cross my mind before posting it. That said, I've never actually paid for a Truly Victorian pattern -- mine are all finds from the bargain basement at costume college, so I've never actually supported the company!

[@WardGalina]

I was also wondering, thank you for responding. I'd like to suggest making an Instagram post or perhaps throw up a caption on future videos because you may send your viewers to their site by naming them as something you use, which would support their company

[@LadyRebeccaFashions]

@@WardGalina yeah, I purposely didn't link to them in this description, and I don't think I mention them at all in the skirt video (next week's video).

[@Ventura0404]

Looking good

[@cherylrosbak4092]

Seeing you compare the patterns was fascinating. I know the major companies make adjustments for ease of sewing, but could any of the differences be attributed to US versus English styles?

[@LadyRebeccaFashions]

These are all US-made patterns, so I don't think so?

[@lesleyharris525]

Hi, another beautiful ensemble in the making, so looking forward to seeing the finished outfit, will you be making a lovely hat for this outfit? 💖

[@LadyRebeccaFashions]

Most likely a bonnet, yes. And thanks!

[@teleriferchnyfain]

Seamstress is a perfectly fine word. So is tailor & costume. I hate these new adjectives to describe people who sew🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬. That fabric is just gorgeous BTW, & perfect for the time period 🥰🥰🥰

[@woochles]

Bet it's shantung! Shantung is more slubby than taffeta but not as much as dupioni.

[@LadyRebeccaFashions]

Shantung is also usually lighter/less stiff than taffeta, and this has the taffeta stiffness. I almost wonder if it was meant to be taffeta, but accidentally wound up with some slubs, and that's how it wound up on the discount pile?

[@brandyloutherback9288]

There's an American Girl who wears a green/yellow color palette, I think her name was Cecile?

[@LadyRebeccaFashions]

Cecile's main dress is turquoise, but she has a purple and gold outfit, and a yellow summer dress. Her friend Marie Grace has a purple and green dress too.

[@anessaharris9947]

🇨🇦😃

[@nannabostrom5313]

😍🤗♥️🇸🇪

[@mmcgartland2095]

Franken pattern,

[@TheSerialHobbyistGirl]

Truly Victorian patterns are not very good at representing the designs accurately on the envelope design.

[@LadyRebeccaFashions]

Wow, they should really work on improving that!