Making A 1870's Corset Part 1 | Projects In Pyjamas Ep 5

[@TealCheetah]

Wow that pattern page was an absolute clusterfluck o.o

[@Leeam]

😂😂😂

[@PowerToolsnPearls]

I’m pretty sure I would have taken one look at the pattern page and come to the conclusion the only sensible option is to just burn the house down.

[@AshHeaven]

It pained me to see that clusterfrock. ;-;

[@brittanykay51]

i LOVE that you placed the new pattern over top of the original so we can see the changes you've made. really helped me visualize the changes and consider how I could change my own sewing patterns. Great video! Inspiring me to try and make one, I just have to commit to a fabric and order the materials.

[@Leeam]

Thank you! I’m glad it was helpful. I always keep the original pattern/first draft. And then trace it to make the alterations. That way you will always have the original to get back to.

[@deni9626]

The White one is still awesome. What you could do is dye it with tea, it will make it about the same shade, just use light tea, then you can go darker. It won't place color on the sweat parts, so they should not go darker. It is still in amazing shape and gorgeous. HOW you figured out those lines, and made that into a pattern is beyond crazy. I am going to go by the pieces you made and just copy from the video. I am so glad I found your channel. I hope you made it through this darn virus!!!!

[@Leeam]

Unfortunately the white one is passed saving. It is a poor fit, that hurts my back, because it is to small and to short for my torso. The silk is deteriorating due to wear. Putting the corset in angling of water will only make it worse with a the boning and busk starting to rust

[@AdelaideBeemanWhite]

Last time I was this early, corsets were still required.

[@Leeam]

😂

[@thimblesandunicorns6965]

I loved seeing the patterns over each other! It’s amazing to see all of the changes that you made and thank you for the fabric store tips

[@Leeam]

Glad it was of help! 🤗

[@saywhatnow5507]

I'm currently working on an 1870s corset and thought I'd watch some videos on how others construct theirs and it seems I'm using the same pattern as you are! this video was definitely quite helpful!

[@petrablijleven1119]

Thank you so much for this video! I am struggling with my first corset, trying to do everything perfectly 🙄 after reading and watching way too much information. I am so relieved to know that you wore that first corset for many years despite some quite major fit issues! Really encouraged to just finish the version I have now and enjoy that corset 😊 Also really helpful to see all the alterations you made explained so very well.

[@roxywillemse]

you popped up on my recommended page, and i'm so excited to support you from now on!

[@Leeam]

Awww thank you! And welcome❤️

[@autumn7143]

I love your pins. They’re pretty. I’m glad you found the numbers. I love the colors in your pattern. The old corset was nice, but I understand needing to replace. The first mockup is nice. Back support is a good thing. That’s a lovely Coutil. I love the blues. Yes, it’s better to have it and not need it than need it and not have it. Love this process. It’s great to watch you work.

[@Leeam]

😂😂 thank you on all of the above 😂❤️

[@autumn7143]

I’m about to start my first mockup of my first corset. Watching the process helps me more than you know. I love watching your channel. Thanks.

[@Leeam]

Really?! I’m so happy this helps you even just a little bit❤️ good luck on your corset 🍀

[@autumn7143]

Thank you!!!

[@minerva5025]

For sure that pattern page gave me a scare hahaha, but I'm a sucker for historical accurate garments and corsets I find them absolutely beautiful, I don't think I'll be trying your pattern there are no measurements no way for me to duplicate it, there are probably many ladies that can do that easily but not me. Thank you so much for the great video really enjoyed.

[@wiess4926]

Thank you for posting it. I have been trying to make a corset for a few months now, but it is such a daunting task. Thank you for explaining it in an easy manner

[@Leeam]

Yes it is! Especially since mockups almost already have to be a finished garment in order to be able to fit it probably

[@wiess4926]

@@Leeam Maybe that is where I am going wrong. I usually make a half-assed mockups and try to guess what it will look like

[@Leeam]

Yeah that’s kinda the pain in the butt

[@fayeSigunne]

I very much enjoyed watching you work on the corset whilst I was working on mine. Making us quarantine corset buddies! 😆

[@Leeam]

Corset quarantine cult! 🧝🏼‍♀️

[@fayeSigunne]

@@Leeam yessss!! 😏 This should be a thing! #quarentinecorsetcult

[@sierralarars]

Coincidentally using a corset pattern from the same magazine! Different pattern but faced the same fit issues this morning! Which I’d seen this before because I was getting so discouraged both with how it was looking and back fat 😑 I’m glad to know now that it isn’t just me having those problems with the corset patterns from these! This video was very informative! Thankyou! Definitely subscribed!

[@Leeam]

Aww thank you☺️ if it helps, there is no such thing as a one size fits all. Even with modern patterns. No body is the same.❤️

[@whimsicalmusedesign]

You are an amazing teacher! This was so informative and beautiful work!!!

[@Leeam]

Thank you! 😊

[@roxiepoe9586]

Thank you for giving us information from your professional practice. It is these little details that add refinement and success!

[@Leeam]

I try my best😊

[@ateliernostalgia4088]

Yay, it's looking very pretty so far! (I'm now also questioning why I've never gotten around to trying tracing paper, it looks so much more precise than my chalk markings...)

[@Leeam]

I swear by it! ❤️ 10/10 would recommend 😘

[@tammymasson2343]

I love the color you are working with! I'm enjoying watching your process!

[@Leeam]

Thank you! ❤️

[@angelanice]

Now I want to go work on my corset! I'm still on my first mock-up. I'm making the pretty housemaid that you showed in Jill Salen's book 😁

[@Leeam]

Oh how exciting!

[@talosheeg]

Can I ask how you scaled it?!! Is each square a half inch or a full inch?

[@angelanice]

@@talosheeg I printed it at 200% at my local library because it's published at 1/2 scale. So a half inch square on the pattern is a full inch on the corset.

[@KirileeCosplay]

Such an amazing video! So interesting to see this comes together

[@Leeam]

Thank you 😊

[@rhondacrosswhite8048]

I think I’m making a corset from the same pattern and have had to reduce my pattern pieces for the breast and hip gussets also. I’m on the second mock-up and I think I finally have it fitted correctly. I really like how you applied the breast gussets between the ironed edges of the coutil! I’m going to try that .

[@Leeam]

good luvk! you got this!💪❤

[@alessandrahayes8544]

Lovely! How did you decide how/where to add a bit on the hips to improve the hourglass shape? I've made a mockup of my first ever corset which turned out surprisingly well but I'm having the same problem of it being kind of straight

[@Leeam]

I noticed that, that seam in particular was not going straight down, but was getting pulled towards the front

[@Larkspur1312]

These explanations were lovely! I’m in the middle of making a more modern corset, and I was wandering if there is a way to make a corset without a center structure layer? If it is required what fabric would you recommend for that? I plan on using some calico cotton fabric for the outside, and A thin cotton for the lining.

[@Leeam]

You can make a single layer corset. I would recommend a sturdy natural fabric like a sturdy cotton.

[@lizzyrbits1283]

How lovely! Your work is always so meticulous! You've mentioned work a couple times and in the video where you do a romantic tutu, you mention that you made it much like performance tutus. Do you make costumes for a ballet company?

[@Leeam]

Thank you 😊 I did/do! I used to work as a costume technician for the Dutch national ballet company.

[@lizzyrbits1283]

@@Leeam that's really cool! :) I love ballet and the costumes probably have some neat tricks! What do you do now? (If you don't mind saying!)

[@Leeam]

May I suggest watching this video😉 kzbin.info/www/bejne/aWG2fYOgesqYqpo

[@clairezhangyx]

Thank you for making this tutorial. I’m planning on making an 1870s corset and this has been extremely helpful! I was wondering if I could ask one question: is there a reason why you added the boning channels instead of just sandwiching the boning in between the two layers!

[@Leeam]

Thank you very much, the reason I did sandwich the boning is because the silk fabric is to thin and fragil to keep the boning in. There silk will endure quite some friction while wearing.

[@tinamoreland434]

I know this was almost 2 years ago but I am just now seeing it and I love your tailor's ham! Did you make that yourself? I have never seen one that big!

[@kzisnbkosplay3346]

oooh looking forward to seeing the rest!

[@nikaxari_illustrations]

Amazing video!! ❤ I'm having trouble with scaling the pattern, may I ask how you did it?

[@Leeam]

I have used this method: pin.it/31FW8va you basically use one point in the original pattern. And then extent from that to any corner and multiple by the % you are enlarging it with. For example from the center point to a corner is 10cm and you are scaling up the pattern by 50% the new line is 15cm from center point to the new corner while going through the original corner... does that make sense?

[@drhelenloney1426]

I wouldn’t worry about proper terms, as an American, I’m often accused of not knowing the language 😋

[@Leeam]

🤪

[@PatriciaBRojas]

Hi! This video is very useful an your corset turned out soo cute ^^. Sorry if it's a dumb question but I'm not used to vintage patterns, how do I know or what reference do I use to print or enlarge the pattern pieces to a proper size?

[@Leeam]

I think I answered this question before in the comments here with a link on how to enlarge patterns🤗 hope that helps

[@paranoidpeace]

I have a few questions if you dont mind. Do you know why these domt cover more of the breast? Could you make it cover if you wanted? I know that would diverge from the historical aspect. Is there a difference between the 1860 and 1870 corset?

[@Leeam]

oh goodness, i am by no means a corset expert. basically if you want them coverd you can. you can do whatever you want and or feel comfortable with (Within the law offcourse😉) i think the main part from 1860 to 1870 might be the curve...? since that is where the trasition starts from crinolin to bustles... but don't quote me on that.

[@paranoidpeace]

@@Leeam thank you!

[@islandtimewa8204]

How do you order from Fucotex. It seems to require a special login.

[@genevieveatkinson5314]

where did you get your awesome Tailors ham that you basted your corset on? Its bigger than any I have seen and I would love to have one like that.

[@auggiemain]

I wish I was cool enough for stuff like this

[@ayabanna526]

hello please where can i find the pattern i have a final project and i didn't got much help from my instructor but i really want to challenge myself and do this corset ,

[@ayabanna526]

how can i change the scale to make my size

[@ayabanna526]

thankyou

[@FenrirInFlowers]

I've been wanting to make this exact corset since I saw it on Merja's blog last year! Yours is looking gorgeous! I'm just curious what length busk you used. Trying to decide between 10 in and 12 inch, and I'm just trying to wrap my mind around the scale of the pattern on someone else while deciding where it should hit on me.

[@yevgenymashenberg2369]

Everything great 👍 👏 but the original from V&A that you referred is 1864 ;) so it’s more 60s corset than 70s ;)

[@Leeam]

The pattern I am using is from a gracious magazine from 1876. I am not using a pattern from the V&A. I was just looking at existing corset from the V&A collection for inspiration for color ways (silk, lace and flossing)

[@yevgenymashenberg2369]

@@Leeam ok ,got you ,than it is 70s ,my bad ;)

[@Nintendo641200]

Actually, you can wash your corset but you'd have to do so by hand. I know this because I actually have a corset that's steel boned.

[@pippaseaspirit4415]

You speak English far better than I speak any other language, so of course I forgive you for not knowing all the specialist terminology! I just wish I could speak another language as well as you speak English!

[@lindapulido-lara4776]

I am looking for a really good waist trainer. Can you recommend one.

[@Leeam]

I am sorry, corsets are not really my expertise, I advise to do some research or ask someone who is specialized in corsets.

[@v0kiki]

Ze maakte toendertijd al een puzzel van patronen.