Hi! I have a Murder Mystery game night coming soon (too soon) and I don't have anything to wear! It is 1740s New France themed and I was given the role of a upper class women. The problem is that I only have men clothing and a ridiculously small budget since it all went in paying University. Any recomendation that I could buy online and receive by november 10th? Thanks!!

I am getting ready to start on the simplicity 8162 “Corset” (the pattern labels it as a corset, but really it’s stays) Most of my sizing falls in line with the pattern, except my back waist measurement. I have a very short back waist measurement in ratio to the pattern (bust 42”, waist 34”, hips 43”, back waist 13 1/4”). This is also something that was noted to me when I had a custom dress made and my measurements were taken. I have watched a few videos reviewing this pattern and someone else had a similar sizing issue to me. What they did was size down the pattern and include an S curve in the front for the bust. I am looking for more opinions before I try to do this. It does seem the easiest route as I have some experience drafting/draping an S curve, but I have no experience in shortening a pattern. I’m also looking for insight as to how this would have been adjusted for someone my shape historically. My plan is to first make a simple cardboard mock-up to check fit, but I want to get the best sizing possible when I cut my initial paper pattern.

I am also a beginner sewer, less than 1 year experience. So wish me luck!

I'm currently on a hunt for resources. I'm trying to sew with techniques accurate to the 1890s, but am having difficulty determining what stitches were used for what. The creation of historical collars is also insanely different from the modern one, and I can't, for the life of me, find cutting guides or instructions for ladieswear. I don't mind drafting a pattern and handsewing. I just need to know what I'm supposed to do. Where can I actually learn from a historical point of view?

Hi. I do costuming and such, and would love to make more book-accurate early 19th century clothing. Could you please provide some patterns? I haven't been able to find anything good/usable/period accurate. Any and all responses welcome!

Hi. I have done some sewing and costuming for plays, but I'm looking to make book-accurate early 19th century tailcoats. Any and all patterns regarding this are welcome!

I am hoping to use the carousel as a base for my 1920s evening dress, but I’ve never used this particular pattern before so have no clue about how it fits. Naturally, I fall between several sizes so I’m asking for advice on which size to start from so I can make a muslin. I appreciate all your input! Thanks

Like a 1920s headcap!

I’m looking for lingerie dress patterns (heckin frills/lace/etc…) and some 1900-1910’s menswear. We have our family’s 10th annv of attending a Steeplechase event (think jumping hurdles and cross country running, but horses) and I made a LOOSELY 1905 inspired outfit last year for it. This year I was a little busy making a tiny human to make an outfit, but since next year marks 10yrs since my family has been going to this event, I want to make my husband, son and myself some outfits.

I’d also appreciate any video links to creators (espc for the men’s outfits). I LOVE Bernadette Banner’s recreation of Mary Poppin’s dress but my brain isn’t smart enough to recreate it based off her descriptions 😅

I recently learned this last 2 years ago and now I want to get one, but I do not know what are these martials and fabrics to make one. They may laugh at me on how "ridiculous" the fashion in the Philippines, but I don't care all I can see is the history and fascinating costumes.

I'm sewing my 1st historical project ever - long sleeve regency daydress. I've already made the chemise, petticoat and stays - that was kind of easy (well, the stays took a bit longer but the pattern, technique etc. was fine). Today I've started sewing the dress. I've made the skirt, that was easy peasy. But now I've just got stuck on the bodice part. I cannot find any printable pattern which would satify my needs. Either they're without any tutorial, unprintable or it needs to be bought (mostly from websides like Temu). The thing is, that I can't find no pattern on the dress from "normal" and for me available eshop (I live in Czechia, so I don't want to take any risks with the shipping from China/the U.S. .). Could you please recommend me some eshops or websides where could I find the pattern (I don't care if it is for free or if it costs some money).

I'm looking to make a costume for a friend based around John Dee. I haven't been able to find much detail on his clothing - the famous look appears to be a skull cap, fairly standard doublet and his signature piece, a large black gown or robe.

However, I've had no luck pinning down the details of what sort of gown he wore, let alone finding a pattern.

I'd be grateful for any suggestions any of you had for the style of gown (or any of the rest of his look), and especially gratefully for any patterns you could point me towards.

Hello! I am not a big poster, but I am working on my mockup of the above bodice. I have a few questions if anyone has made this bodice or something similar before. I did not buy straight steel bones, because I have lots of spiral steel boning already.

1. will spiral steel boning be okay for this bodice? I notice it specifies using spiral steel boning for the curved back side seam, does this mean it needs straight steel for the other parts?

2. Which way do you press the darts? My instinct was to press them flat folding out on both sides, but I’m going to press them towards the sides as that is how darts are usually formed.

Any tips or advice for making this would be absolutely welcome! I consider myself slightly above average skill in sewing, but most of my projects are not from patterns as I make them up myself.

I saw the Edwardian sack suit offered by Magnoli Clothiers, and I love the look of it, but I haven't had great experiences with MTM before. I have difficult shoulders, so I'm thinking a local tailor with in-person fittings is probably the best option. Is there anyone not too far from Boston, MA who's good at this era of menswear?

Basically the title. I want to make a quilted petticoat for winter and I have a thrifted quilt in was thinking of using. Has anyone done this? Is it a terrible idea? Probably won't be the most historically accurate, but I'm OK sacrificing accuracy for warmth 😅

Can a regency era dress be worn with a skirt lifter? I've never seen it but also most dresses seemed to end before the floor in that era.

Idk if I'm accurate about time periods but I found this dress labeled as a regency outfit and the end is way too long for my liking, but I really love the rest of the dress.