Historical sewing projects

For my Edwardian plaid walking skirt with button closure & velvet piping I only had a limited amount of fabric: only 1.5 meter by 1.5 meters!

Learn how to sew an historically correct Edwardian hip pad.

Tally Sharples on Instagram: "Let’s turn a modern shirt to a vintage style blouse. I’m using my trusted blouse pattern for this (Etsy, VintagePatternsSewingBI: Vintage 1930’s vintage sewing pattern: WWII Women’s suit) with the sleeve coming from the Sophie Hatter costume pattern I like to use (Etsy, FashionPatternStudio: Victorian Inspired daily dress). I was able to reuse the button front and the sleeves, so this entire process took me less than two hours ✨"

If you sew a lot, especially if you sew historical costumes, you’ll have to sew a placket sooner or later. Most plackets aren’t difficult to make but there are some things to keep in mind. Learn what placket to use for what purpose and to sew six types of historical plackets: hemmed placket, bound placket, … Continue reading 6 Ways How To Sew A Placket – Historical Sewing →

Learn how to make a drawstring closure on your Edwardian petticoat. The Edwardian drawstring closure is fast and easy to sew. And what’s best: you don’t have to sew a placket! 😀 Related: 6 Ways How To Sew A Placket – Historical Sewing This Edwardian petticoat drawstring closure is based on an antique Edwardian petticoat. … Continue reading How To Sew An Edwardian Petticoat Drawstring Closure →

11 tips how on to wear vintage and historical clothing in your everyday life without making people thinking you’re crazy or old-fashioned! 😉 Do you want to wear your beautiful vintage and historical dresses in your everyday life? But you don’t want to look too costumey or old-fashioned? Below I share 11 tips on how … Continue reading 11 Tips On How To Dress Vintage & Historical Without Looking Too Costumey →

Overview This challenge is hosted by @sewbiased @thevintageguidebook @thistle.n.stitches with the intention of building community by challenging ourselves to use rationing guidelines and a make-do and mend mindset. The guidelines are based on the UK Rules in 1945. Helpful Links Pinterest B...

I’ve always wanted some stays, but was too intimidated to make them. I finally bit the bullet. Us modern folks tend to love our stretchy clothes, and cringe at the thought of wearing “hard pants,” but there are so many reasons why historical clothing, including stays, are surprisingly comfortable and practical.

Do you want to make your own historical costumes on a budget? These are my 8 tips on how to get started in historical costuming!

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