Making a Metallic Copper Corset

[@euansmith3699]

Turning flat paper in to complex 3d shapes is kind of magical.

[@damogranheart5521]

Tis true!😊

[@kirstenpaff8946]

Bianca: Binding stays is a nightmare. Me (hand sewing binding on to a pair of stays while watching this video): Preach, sister!

[@audreyc8595]

Aah, makeup shade matches the velour shirt, very nice.

[@VeretenoVids]

One of the queens of corsetry is Barbara Pesendorfer, who runs Royal Black Couture and Corsetry. She has tutorials and sometimes runs virtual master classes. At any rate, it's worth just taking a look through her portfolio.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Ooooo yeah those corsets are delicious! Will definitely check out her guides! Thank you!

[@spindleblood]

Regarding a better grommet setter, I use the ones from Tandy Leather. They work great. They consist of an anvil and a setter and you just need to have your own hammer to pound the two pieces together. It's pretty easy and the grommet looks perfect each time. Hope this helps!! ❤

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! I will definitely look into that one then!!

[@christajennings3828]

I tend to over do the hammering, and end up with ugly, squished grommets. I was hoping the big cast iron one would make them come out right every time!

[@lazylazyjayn]

I also like to pry the threads apart with an awl, too. Even though most modern uses just cut a hole.

[@apcolleen]

We have a tandy leather here in Atlanta and my friend uses them a lot. I'm trying to find a pair of comfortable character shoes and I plan on using Tandy's leather paint and painting them silver.

[@cynthiadippel9675]

I too use the two piece grommet setting. But use a rubber mallet to hammer the grommets. Depending on what fabric I use, sometime I use a awl or a hole punch. Using fay check on the holes.

[@loonybinreject]

Love the shiny corsets! Also I've made a beadle (beaded beetle) and now I'm obsessed. It's all your fault 😂

[@sunitafisher4758]

🌸 lol too funny I’m working on beaded necklace and quite fancy making a hat 🎩

[@loonybinreject]

@@sunitafisher4758 I'm trying to make some deco ish beadles of different sizes to make some jewellery to go with a Gatsby/1920s inspired event. While I'm pleased with the first beadle I don't think he is good enough for that yet. *Sigh*. Good luck with your beaded necklace. And a fancy hat sounds awesome. People don't wear hats enough.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! and hooray for beaded beetles!! They are very addictive 😅✨

[@loonybinreject]

@@TheClosetHistorian any tips for making small beaded beetles? I find when I'm trying to make smaller they just don't seem to look quite right. I'm trying to make a few smaller to make matching 'egyptian revival -y' 1920s accessories. It continues to frustrate me.... Though I just make another beetle. And another. I'm on number 5 already 🪲🪲🪲🪲🪲

[@TheClosetHistorian]

@@loonybinreject Hmm! I made a few smaller ones for my beaded beetle jacket here kzbin.info/www/bejne/iqSQpqJuZtZ6kNUsi=V4kTVQ1DBanH1c-q&t=2750 and I have another jacket coming up soon where I did a few smaller ones for the back on that as well! As long as you've got tiny beads and sequins I find miniaturizing the process is virtually the same as making larger ones!

[@janevacani6789]

There's not enough copper ensembles in the world 😍🥰

[@TheClosetHistorian]

I like to use all the metallics 😅✨

[@BrandonMGrimm]

Also, when I was at The Fashion Institute of Technology, they had 2 corsetry classes. Each were one semester long and were night classes from like 6:40-9:30pm. They also have a whole Intimate Apparel Specialization which does offer foundation/ bra making courses. This was my specialization back in 2005-09. :-)

[@Noel.Chmielowiec]

Bra making is something I always wanted to learn, just so my mum would finally have good fitting and pretty bra, because if it fits, she hates how it looks. Do you think it's hard skill to learn on your own? (I mean with the help of online classes or stuff like that) Or would you recommend in person lessons?

[@NoDecaf7]

This is a really helpful comment! I struggle with coming up with search terms, "intimate apparel" really helped jumpstart my Google rabbit hole. I had no idea there were brick and mortar educations options near me! :)

[@JinnyCJ]

Ooh, red. Yesssss, definitely.

[@kioompie]

If the size of the grommets is the same as the setting stamps, it is probably the grommet. Try a different brand or different height. Too high can squash them. I use 3 different heights depending on thickness of the material. Rolling grommets work better for me then splitting grommets. ( rolls or splits over the washer at the back)

[@damogranheart5521]

There is so much that I don't know about grommets! Geez Louise!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Hmm! Perhaps I need "shorter" grommets 🧐

[@carriedodd528]

I second the rolling grommets!

[@kioompie]

try it out with thicker material or use a few washers on top of eachother. Last is not ideal but sometimes you got to work with what you have.@@TheClosetHistorian

[@hannahcollins1816]

A Bernadette Banner corset collab could be fun!! Also, ✨ stunner ✨ of an ensemble, as per usual!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@lizw5587]

I'm excited to come visit you again! I had lost my motivation to sew after my gma passed and you were often what I listened to when I worked. It's almost a year now since then and I am starting my first knit fabric project. It is hard to do so as I constantly wish to show her (in person). My gma would see me watching your videos and found your projects very pretty. I will agree with her as you are my inspiration for a lot of my projects and have helped me while making outfits to wear at events in her honor. Thank you always for providing guides and helping me on my journey.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Liz, I am so sorry for your loss ❤

[@roecocoa]

You can also find out if your fabric is acetate by putting a tiny scrap in nail polish remover (acetone). The acetate will dissolve, leaving any non-acetate fibers behind.

[@missred586799]

I’m fairly new to your channel and enjoy watching you make your gorgeous garments. I’ve been making my own clothes since I was 9 y. o. and have not had any formal training. I find you very easy to follow and have learned so much from you. Thank you for sharing your talent! I truly appreciate you.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you so much! ❤

[@bethliebman8169]

Perfect demonstration of why a mock-up is a great idea!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Indeed 😅😂

[@enenome9810]

32:48 Stay tabs! A cruelty I try to forget. Beautiful work, psyched for more Arcana videos!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! Bunches more coming soon!

[@chermarano]

I just finished my first fashion corset. I used an 1860's french corset pattern that i modified to fit me better. I bought a grommet setter from Amazon snd it came with grommets and dies for different sizes. They actually make hole cutters for your drill that are for use on fabric. They make hole punching very easy. I got them from Harbor Freight . The pattern will probably go through some more adjustments. It came out beautifully.

[@Ryanw131]

Making a corset mock up in that sparkly fabric is so camp 😂❤ love this!!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thanks Ryan! Like when I made my mock up cape in metallic two tone brocade 😅✨

[@sewcute_sewvintage]

It might be the actual grommets. I find nickel ones make the most mess. There's a few corset classes across Canada.

[@AmyMLevy]

I'm going to second the theory that the problem is likely with the grommets themselves and not the setter or user skill. Many years ago I made corsets regularly, so have one of those heavy iron presses. I once got a "bad" batch of nickle grommets that I wasn't able to set consistently.

[@araneljones]

Came to say the same. I've recently had a batch do the same, so I bought a smaller amount to test. They turned out OK. The older ones I bought 1000 of 3 years ago are terrible.

[@MarlaSingerTumor]

Yeah probably the grommets ... I have one brand that I really love and I have almost never had one of their grommets buckle on me. (although I should say I hammer mine) C.S Osborne Grommets

[@shananigans0117]

I’m always impressed with how you adapt designs!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! I had a lot of fun with these ✨

[@kathyjohnson2043]

Indiana University has an MFA in costume design with an option for a semester in London. 😁 Bloomington is a great, inclusive town full of older buildings, used book stores, and small restaurants.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Ha! Alas I just one to take one class, I still owe several tens of thousands for my fashion degree already 🤣

[@darlenetaylormurals4713]

You need to mount the grommet setter to a solid surface. I have mine bolted to my sewing table.

[@roxiepoe9586]

Beautiful product! It is giving an original Blade Runner vibe!!! (Back in the 1980's, with no clue and never having actually touched a real corset, I set out to make corsets for each of the females and one of the males in our cast of The Importance of Being Earnest. They looked great-ish. I had no clue what to use for boning - I read that they used whale bone in the day. Bumfuzzled, I consulted the Agricultural Science teacher. He mulled it over and produced some handcut, and finished, bones out of a thin spring steel. That worked so beautifully I wish I had a tame shop guy/gal to make some more! :) )

[@kikidevine694]

The bay of e is a good place to go for boning.

[@damogranheart5521]

​@@kikidevine694Tis true!😊

[@d.gaither2181]

You can use zip ties, also. Just sew your channels 3/8" wide to allow for the depth.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! They did indeed use whalebone, which is the baleen, for corsetry until it shifted more to steel at the end. Also cane (wood essentially) and feathers were strange options in the more distant past as well ✨ Steel boning can be found on etsy for sure!

[@kathyjohnson2043]

I bet that velour blouse/dress is as comfortable as it is lovely!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Stretchy ✨ Thank you!

[@peggyolson6511]

I know nothing about corsetry making (I'm just a humble seamstress), but I know pure artistry when I see it. Extremely impressive!

[@TheZeyre]

Hmmmm,!!!!!! Corsets are always exciting projects!!!!They are pieces of art! Love it!

[@EnchantedForestArts]

These both turned out beautifully! I love your fabric choices on the copper ensemble. Also, your eyeshadow that matches your velvet top? To die for 😍

[@damogranheart5521]

I agree whole-heartedly!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!!

[@cindyfrye3026]

I actually like the black one better than the copper. That shows what a bling junkie I am! The copper full outfit WOW! It blings with just the fabric!❤

[@asiabryant207]

The corset is amazing but it's that blouse that slays me. It looks simple in its construction but wow!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! The blouse is done with this method kzbin.info/www/bejne/mGWzgGB9r7aGmq8si=wILLZGj6vHEYEAnw&t=541 ✨

[@Noel.Chmielowiec]

I think you should be called Queen of Sparkles and Shiny Things! Both of those corsets are absolutely stunning. And I think it's extra hard to make such structured garment in shiny fabric without wrinkles. Early in the summer I decided to hand sew a 1886 riding corset, in definitely more plain fabric (some unbleached sturdy cotton/linen blend I had in my stash) but with pretty printed twill tape for boning channels and I still haven't finished it. I'm not even half way of sewing channels, so I'm incredibly impressed that you can make whole corsets that quickly. And I was just to scared to sew it on a machine, but I think I have no other choice if I want it to be finished 😂

[@bohemiansusan2897]

I love how the outfit turned out for you. Its very flattering and looks amazing. That you learned from the black corset is really cool as many folks these days are too inscure to admit to any kind of mistake no matter how minor. As to tje grommet tool, could be yours is defective. I do hammer because any other way aggrevates the arthritis in my hands. About twenty years ago, I started working on a few corsets. They were bleh. Then I had some folks commission some from me as part of their more intimate lingerie. They drove me crazy not understanding how things are supposed to fit etc. Then they insisted that they knew more than I did, which they didn't. Never again will I have such costomers. I wear stays as a bodice over a shirt or dress. No boning. Corsets in a wheelchair makes life even more of a living hell than what already exists. These days I will help some folks with their projects when they get stuck. Usually part of their Goth wardrobe.

[@shauneebear6003]

My Costume Design Degree had a corsetry aspect. Our final historical garments also needed to have all undergarments constructed! By far my favourite part of the course!

[@Holly_is_trying]

This is SO COOL. Watching you adjust the pattern and work out the shape is so mesmerising! The copper fabric looks gorgeous on you - what a stunning garment. Also your eye make up is SO NICE. Ok I'm done dishing complements now haha

[@faeeryn599]

Setting grommets always makes me nervous. I have one of the metal ones you use with the hammer, and usually works but you have to be careful with the quality of the grommets because the more "fragile" tend to smash and deform 🙈. I've been hearing/reading/watching good reviews about the new prym vario creating tool machine, but, I haven't tried it personally 😅

[@ginalou5774]

That is magnificent. The copper with the skirt is incredible. I bet it looks magic in sunlight

[@KleinesMaunz]

Oh I love that metallic fabric. In my head it becomes part of a black suit jacket with cutouts at the back showing through this metallic glory XD

[@KenZchameleon]

This is so pretty! I also buy my corsetry from MIY, including the small grommet kit that requires a hammer and a solid surface. Violence while crafting can be therapeutic.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! They are super reliable suppliers, I need to get the coutil next time 😅

[@Kera.S.]

Gorgeous 💙 🤗 💛 love your final corset! It's fantastic ❣️❣️👏👏👏👏👏

[@GiraffeLoverJen]

I love making corsets! Corsets and stays are my favorite part of historical costuming. I've made several using various techniques and patterns. They do take a kot if work. Fitting the muslin is the hardest part, which im getting better at doing on myself, but could never do on anyone else. I learned so much from Aranea Black's KZbin channel, but she has since deleted her KZbin, websites and social media.

[@sherrylamb1290]

You are amazing! I love to watch and listen to your comments throughout your patterning and sewing work. Excellent!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Sherry!

[@tiffanytomasino335]

There was costume college but I haven’t checked if it’s back up and running Post-Covid. It’s less an actual college and more a gathering of Costuming and makers who teach classes and show off their work. There’s also Foundations Revealed but that’s an online series of classes I believe, run by Cathy Hay who has lots of wonderful teachers for her programs. That said this came out very nice! Especially considering how out of your wheelhouse this is. I love copper, it’s such a pretty range of colors. Thank you for sharing ❤ Edit: and also Sitting classes that aren’t actually being taken for a degree is a thing. I have a couple people sit in for some of science classes when I was still in college. It just depends on the college and potentially the professor whether or not they allow that. Never hurts to ask!

[@MissIV]

I love that, and often think about it when corseting… 1st rule in science… matter can neither be created nor destroyed… it just changes!

[@mismonsta]

I was not in the Fashion Design dept (I was Merchandising), but the FD majors at my (now defunct) college did teach foundational corsetry. It was the creepiest display ever in the dorms cause it was i think 1/2 or 3/4 size corsets and they put them on dolls of corresponding sizes in display cases. They also made full period gowns for these dolls as part of the assignment. Creepy at the time, but I understand now that I am learning how to sew how important that was for everyone in the course.

[@debraking7412]

Hi Bianca, once again, you looked totally gorgeous in your shiny ensemble. Well done you.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Debra!

[@Sew_Learning]

Love, love, love this copper corset!💞🥰 Thank you for sharing this with us! 💚💚💚🐈‍⬛🐈📙📚📖

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@valeriewade3688]

Not only is the corset sublime, the shirt you are wearing underneath it. is lovely too I am guessing it is aother one of your unique designs. As a result of your tutelage and fashion inspiration , I find myself thinking of how I can use my bodice block to make something similar . Thank you .

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Valerie! The blouse underneath uses the dart fullness as neckline gathers which I have shown in this video before kzbin.info/www/bejne/mGWzgGB9r7aGmq8si=EOH0cRVmhYlHNerK ✨

[@hannahstraining7476]

Yowza! Misbehaving grommets or no, that is one stunning outfit! And you certainly know how to show it to best advantage. I could watch you slowly twirl in this dress all night. It's downright mesmerizing.

[@Speklez]

I NEED a makeup tutorial or just how you do your makeup! It's literally always so gorgeous!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! The key is just splurging on Clionadh eyeshadows because they are too magical for words really clionadhcosmetics.com/

[@hogswallopliam]

In my fashion school in South Africa we get taught how to make a basic more modern corset. We only get taught in second year and I'm still a first year. My school is actually really cool as we get to make a piece for a fashion show each year.

[@rachelvancamp6982]

This is like sewing on another planet!

[@reganbales1713]

I set my grommets and eyelets by hand. I have hole punches from a leather shop that you hammer into the fabric to punch the hole, and then I have little bases in different sizes the grommets/eyelets sit it and the matching stick sizes to hammer the grommets/eyelets in place. It takes longer and you might mess up the first few times, but once you get the hang of it it goes really smoothly

[@katerrinah5442]

Ahhhhhhhh thingies. My favourite catagory of sewing pieces 😂. This is such a beautiful garment. I audibly gasped when I first saw it! 😅

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@AmericanBeautyCorset]

Hi There is, or was a Corsetry class at FIT here in New York... Before Covid.. I don't know if it's still available or the details about it. I used to work at Mood and was constantly helping the students prepare for this class.. I've been making corsets since 1995-1996 when I was working in Bridal. I have used this particular pattern to do different style variations for brides, drag queens, and burlesque performers. It's my favorite go-to pattern. The fit is Excellent! I've tried them all! There are some excellent books out there that will teach you the basics. Then you're on your own.. Just like pattern making, you just got to do it! Unfortunately, in this day and age, Corsetry is a dying art, just like millinery and shoe making. Love your videos.. 😊

[@OGtrilliams]

Hah! I think I have that same grommet setter that I *also* bought 10-15 years ago. I don't have a whole lot of problems out of mine, though - could it be the die is loose or misshappen? Also, I put boning chambers on both sides of my grommets with a tiny overlap for a bit of extra stability, if that makes any sense. Maybe that will help? I love your channel, it's my happy place.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! I need to try having the boning channels even closer it seems then, as mine have some wiggle room between the channels and the grommets!

[@MarlaSingerTumor]

I also put boning channels on either side on my grommets, about an inch apart. It lends a lot of stability to the back lacing and also to putting the grommets in.

[@killamoosdraree730]

For setting grommets, I use the kind you hammer since my hands hate the squeezy kind. For corsetry, it has been recommended by other historical corset making people who post on youtube that you use an awl to make the hole instead of punching through the fabric - this will help prevent the grommets from pulling out of the fabric over time. Also, it seems recommended to have steel boning between the grommets and the open side. I think it effectively helps force the fabric into a straight line in the back which will also help prevent that "diamond" in the lacing of the back. If you do place steel bones to stabilize your grommets, your corset should never lace completely shut or you will definitely feel it on your spine *ouch*. A 1" to 2" gap is typical for the lacing gap. You could also pad the corset around the bust and hips if you are still seeing an issue of a diamond-shaped gap where your lacing is and do not want to use steel boning to stabilize that area. Thanks for another awesome video!! You're gorgeous! (Edited to add the word "steel" to describe the boning I was talking about)

[@mariajones4202]

I know a lot of people go for a table top eyelet setter, but I love the prym vario pliers for setting eyelets. I don't know why they're not more popular

[@apcolleen]

Regarding the grommet center: sometimes cheaping out on tools is a bad thing and sometimes expensive tools are still shit. If you have a hard time squeezing it consider using a adjustable wrench to close the handles or see if you can find a lever style grommet setter. Also if you're having a hard time getting the holes cut through fabric you can always take a round file which you can get a set of tiny around files at Dollar tree and I sharpened my grommet hole cutter and it made getting through two layers of wool easier

[@tenaoconnor7510]

I wasn’t sure about the flappy things at first but when I saw the corset with the skirt 😻😻😻 it ties it all together. So pretty and shiny and beautifully multicolored ❤ Is there a skirt video, I’ll have to look lol.

[@damogranheart5521]

Oh, my stars! So lovely! I am glad that you found the perfect material. Sometimes it's like something sings to you when you are meant to have it! You do look beautiful today in that lovely blouse. Makeup is dynamic! I will be watching this again very soon. Thank you for the visit!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!! I just wish this fabric came in emerald green...and black 😂

[@damogranheart5521]

@TheClosetHistorian Is it possible to take a scrap of that material and see if it will take and hold dye and still retain that luscious shine? It might make for an interesting experiment when you have the time. Does the direction (like velvet) of the fabric change the shine?🫖🐈‍⬛📚🎃🍄🍁🖖

[@nataliestanchevski4628]

Gorgeous, both the artist and the creation!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Natalie!

[@dawsie]

The corset turned out lovely I think you got the placement of the boning just right in the middle of each panel. Love the fabric shame you can not get it anymore.❤❤ Well I made my first corset, I made it smaller as I have been losing weight hand over fist at the moment have dropped one dress size in 7 weeks, if this keeps up like this then by Christmas I will be down 2 more sizes I have to get to size 18 for my hernia and knee replacement so that will mean surgery by March😳 the ozempic works quicker than I was expecting, but it’s also making me sleep a lot too 😏😏 I’m just waiting on the grommets for some reason I have lost all of mine as well as the tool for smashing them in 😹😹😹. I cheated for my first corset I used two pairs of jeans and it’s worked wonders, bought the jeans from the local thrift/co-op shop in town for $4 each. Hoping to get it finished today if my order arrives in todays mail😊😊 I have some very yummy purple/gold brocade with red dragons and I think cherry blossom on it but won’t touch it until I finished shrinking 😹😹 I need to stitch elastic into the back of my trousers as they kind of just fell off me after putting them on😳😳the draw back of losing weight.

[@lynn858]

ADHD meds fixed my dopamine seeking binge eating - by providing my brain with the right stuff to function. (Also did wonders for my depression! It's fabulous being diagnosed correctly!) ...So I've lost weight. But just in case anyone is enthusiastic, or envious... lets be clear, this body sure AF does not look like any "after" image in any ad. I'm not sure even a corset could make my breasts look like an "after" image. I can, however tape them down with trans-tape and make them almost invisible under a t-shirt. Which my non-binary self is pretty cool with. At least for a few hours. :)

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! I still have a bit more of this fabric left luckily!

[@nightfall3605]

I would also love to see you recreate the purple blouse you are wearing at the end!

[@AlexS-pb5hn]

Why does that look so good? Like, the audacity of its fabulousness!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!!

[@marcco44]

you rock in metallic fabrics, Ms B!!! (well, truly you rock in everything you do, your artistic sense is up there with the greats!!!)💥💥❤‍🔥👏

[@rowenazuercher5363]

Allyn's has such wonderful fabric treasures! I found a deadstock ivory dupioni that I used to make my wedding dress 😍

[@lcarolynghearing854]

The copper corset and gown is gorgeous! Great work 🤩👏🏻👏🏻 Thank you for sharing your process. You have provided inspiration to move forward and make my own. I have major back problems and am thinking a corset might help. 🍁🍂

[@lupinotuumlunam]

Beautiful corset. You really get a maximum metallic look from that fabric. On the grommets are you punching a hole in the fabric and fitting the grommet through before pressing or letting the grommet cut the fabric. I generally have better luck punching a hole. Clamping the base and making sure the set screw on the bottom part is tight to make sure it doesn't wobble also helps.

[@thistleweed]

I mean this in the best possible way but the gold look with the layered elements of the skirt are giving armoured beetle. In the same way the Other Mother gives beetle, you know? Love it. Amazing. Thank you so much

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! Beetle is always the goal ✨🪲

[@liav4102]

It’s so smooth!! Dang that’s wow!!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!!

[@fritziepisarski8681]

Check out the “Ladies and Gentlemen of the 1860’s “conference. Usually held in March at the Hilton in Harrisburg Pennsylvania . From period textiles to making hair jewelry, they may be able to help with corsets.

[@stephbea103]

There is a costume/pattern designer program with Cathy Hay, KZbinr. It's through her company Foundations Revealed. They accept new people periodically. Hope this works for you. I already love your work. I'd love to see you do more historical costume pieces.

[@brittany45]

I use a combo of doubled boning channels and a good metal toothed jacket zipper to replace a bust for a "fashion" corset. Functionally it's the same thing, but a heck ton easier to sew in.

[@sunitafisher4758]

🌸 beautiful work 🎉 I can’t wait to try, can I breathe in one 🤔 I’m not that squishy 🤣😂 I’ve never worn one before so it will be a new experience 🤗✨

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! I quite like how corsets feel, like a constant hug really 😂

[@allusionist2day]

LOL you can always use steel boning in the front to support a separating zipper on both sides and overlap to cover the zippers looks great and you don't need abusk

[@rossmail5924]

I have watched an insane amount of your videos in the last month. Thankyou. I think you are pretty brilliant, sassy and damn stylish. And hilarious! Has brought back so many very detailed memories of dressmaking with my mother when I was a teenager. You might even get me sewing again.

[@charlarp]

Gorgeous, I would love to see you make/learn more about corsets and support built into garments

[@ategetho]

Hmmmm, maybe I need a metallic outfit now 🤔 Beautiful as ever! Thanks for sharing this with us!!!

[@kellyrose3905]

two things on the grommet setter: a better quality grommet will be more consistent, regardless of the setter that you use. This is a lesson I learned the hard way. I get my grommets from Lacis, because it's local to me (their website is a hilarious travesty). My press isn't from Lacis, but the dies I use are. I use a table mounted grommet press with dies you can change out for various tools. It's a beast, and you still have to open up the holes in the corset and insert the grommet by hand before you press it or it gets wonky. I've tried self-drilling grommets, and they did not work, it was ... not good.

[@mandylavida]

Just making my first corset and am dreading eyelets. I may just make them by hand.

[@mandylavida]

Made my corset - it fitted beautifully, and it gave me a waist reduction of.....absolutely zero. Nada. 😢 not sqishy at all.

[@jakimcmurdo4810]

I love this outfit it fits you perfectly,love to see it in red ! 🇬🇧😁❤️

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Jaki!

[@tgrsparrow]

I personally love using denim for making corsets. A little stretchy, but so much easier to bind the edges than coutil. I stopped mid project because of how frustrating it was to catch the threads by hand.

[@carriedodd528]

Also regarding the grommet setter, I bought a big one for setting curtain grommets. For the large #12 grommets, 2 separate dies are required: one for cutting and one for pressing the grommets. For the tiny ones that you put on corsets, I assume that the cutting and grommet pressing are using a single set of dies. The dies are delicate and can get damaged AND that not all (at least curtain) grommets are the exact size. I got a cheaper brand and 60% were mangled (and they looked like they fit just fine on the press, but they were off maybe 1/16" or 1/32"), so I only buy grommets from the mfg of my press. My suggestions are: check your dies to see if there is any damage, AND check the exact size because the tolerance is so small between the press and the actual grommets.

[@squeece]

Bianca, you look absolutely ethereal in the reveal of the copper ensemble! The contact lenses were a really nice touch with the outfit too. I did not know I needed an over the top metallic ethereal queen getup but I think I have to try and make my first corset now.

[@alexandrawellington8028]

Soooooo shiny pretty!!! Some corsets that I own have two grommets set closer together at the waist line to aid in cinching. xxxxx

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Alexandra!

[@ninapettersen5220]

Lovely 🌺

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Nina!

[@cypriennezed5640]

SHINY CORSETS YAAASSS

[@beyondf3737]

This one looks Precious 🤩🤩🤩!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@stevezytveld6585]

That is absolute perfection. Not a wrinkle. Yes to you picking up that fabric in red... - Cathy (&, accidently, Steve), Ottawa/Bytown/Pimisi

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! I have since grabbed 3 yards of the red fabric 😅❤️

[@stevezytveld6585]

@@TheClosetHistorian Whoo-hoo! Fabric enabling. Glad to do my part for the cause...

[@Siansonea]

I really miss Denver Fabrics, I was super bummed when they closed. I hadn't heard of Allen's, I will have to check them out. I am always on the lookout for fabric stores that have a selection of vintage-y kinds of stuff.

[@SandieMitchell]

Oh my goodness, that is gorgeous! xoxo's Sandie

[@hailtothefire_]

The copper corset is gorgeous! I'm blown away by how it looks like metal because it lays so perfectly smooth. I was just now reminded of how my mom had a pair of copper colored heels back in the 90's and I was obsessed with them. Of course I had child sized feet and couldn't wear them, but the color was mesmerizing, just like this corset.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! I too would like perfect coppery heels ✨

[@KathrinFranke-z4c]

I don't know about in-person classes, but there probably is something on Foundations Revealed as an online course.

[@vivienneandersson6019]

Bianca, after much trial and error I use the C S Osbourne grommet kit with their grommets and it works great xxx

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you I shall look into it!!

[@mvrooks]

wow! so lovely!🤎🎃👻

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@sarahlongshore2605]

This thing is gorgeous!!!!❤❤❤❤❤

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Sarah!

[@jenniferrich5292]

I just finished watching this -loved it!- and noticed that Shannon Makes has a corset video too🤷🏻‍♀️ And lo and behold, she has experience with grommets! She talks about it at about minute 13:19 and the video is called Waists for Halloween or something like that. I’m so glad you put this out! I loved the corset outfits in your look book, and I’m glad to see how they came together

[@NoDecaf7]

Ohh this is so beautiful. I love the copper ensemble!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@misspeacchy]

Turned out beautifully

[@michellecornum5856]

You're a better man than me. I like doing my corsets the old fashioned way -- I buy them. Master seamstress degree can be had online. Rhode Island Sewing Network offers one. Back in my day, you could only get it from a school in France. How things have changed. I wonder if Foundations Revealed could help with corset fittings.

[@vincentbriggs1780]

I hope you can find a better grommet tool! I don't like mine either. I got one from Farthingales and it's just one metal rod that you hit with a hammer (and it has a hole punch piece too), and apparently isn't made to go with a base, so you just have to use a hard flat surface. It makes it very easy to accidentally deform the eyelets, and for some reason the ones I ordered this time have a longer shank than the ones I got from them 8 years ago, and they don't really press together all the way.