Making 18th Century Stays, Part 2 - Building & Fitting a Mock-up

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[@aprilmunday1152]

I have no idea why I love watching people make stays when I have no intention of ever making my own, but I really enjoyed this.

[@TimesmithDressHistory]

😍 Thanks!

[@sarahmwalsh]

This is so helpful as I'm working on the stays you drafted for me! YAY!

[@pay1370]

Thank you! There are so many videos on how to make stays, but rarely is there ever a mock up or fitting process. Which, in my opinion, is the key to making a well fitting and supporting garment and can be the hardest to figure out when you are just a beginner. Amazing video!

[@TimesmithDressHistory]

Thank you! I hope this is filling a gap. I agree that mock-ups are not getting their fair share of attention, if you really want to ensure success with building stays that do everything that they did in the period as a functional support garment.

[@devizesregency2382]

Brilliant, not least seeing how to correct at the end. Well presented, to the point. Vibeke

[@TimesmithDressHistory]

Thanks, Vibeke! I'm all about 'lessons learned' not just show and tell. ;)

[@weirdandhatefulsister8815]

What a lovely video! And it was a pleasure to help with the drawing.

[@TimesmithDressHistory]

Thank you!

[@nurmihusa7780]

Elegant workmanship, elegantly presented.

[@TimesmithDressHistory]

Thank you very much!

[@RhymingMime]

Incredibly thorough video - I was like here I go again, why am I watching ANOTHER stays video? But it was so worth it with all the detail you included about your process and thought. Thank you so much!

[@TimesmithDressHistory]

Glad you found it useful! Yep, I agree - so many videos already out there but not very many show the actual process, especially by reference to historical techniques. There's always room for another voice to share their experience. :)

[@lcneel]

Just lovely to see the process so lovingly and carefully done.

[@TimesmithDressHistory]

No point in being slapdash about it! Thanks for all your encouragement and support.

[@cheerful_something_something]

I'm really enjoying this style of video. It's both soothing and informative, and I think your choice of music worked well. I'll happily watch anything else you put out : )

[@TimesmithDressHistory]

Oh, wow, thank you! Using slow tempo music against timelapse footage was a gamble - I thought matching the rhythm of my voice might make the whole thing calmer? And then when I was on the 'home stretch' towards finishing, with little voiceover, I couldn't help but want faster, more exciting music! I'm glad it worked for you!

[@cheerful_something_something]

@@TimesmithDressHistory Yeah, I really did feel the calmness at the begining, and then more energy as the finale approached. I've really been enjoying your videos, keep up the good work!

[@TimesmithDressHistory]

@@cheerful_something_something Thank you! Really appreciate the feedback. :)

[@fernlintner65]

Oh My Word these are mockups? Wow a Lot more work than I thought! Beautiful job cant wait to see the final product!

[@TimesmithDressHistory]

They are! Yep, stays are so structured, that you really can't tell if the pattern is going to do its job unless your mock-up is equally structured. Yep, it's time consuming! But entirely worth it.

[@helendonnelly5826]

Wonderful video as usual.

[@TimesmithDressHistory]

Thanks, Helen, glad you enjoyed it!

[@anna_bales]

I really enjoyed watching the whole process and love the calm style of your videos :-)

[@TimesmithDressHistory]

Thank you so much!

[@TimesmithDressHistory]

Also... THANK YOU for the other expression of support. Means a lot!

[@anna_bales]

@@TimesmithDressHistory It's my pleasure - thank you for the wonderful content! I also love that you Ko-Fi goal is making your videos more accessible

[@EmilyJeanCreates]

This is very detailed and helpful!! I just got the Patterns of Fashion 5 book and am contemplating making stays from it, so it’s great to see someone doing the same thing! Also, your mockup looks absolutely gorgeous 🥰

[@TimesmithDressHistory]

Thank you! Glad you found it helpful. I hope you take the plunge and make your own!

[@kerttulaitinen4123]

The music was a bit loud compared to your voice but I've watched these two like 3 times now as I'm trying to draw the same pattern so it is really good, helpful video :)

[@TimesmithDressHistory]

Sorry about the volume. It's difficult to get it right for everyone! Glad you found the content helpful.