I needed a new dress to make for an upcoming costuming event. Next thing I knew I was making a super fancy ball gown from the 1840s. There were a few hiccups here and there but I think the finished dress turned out great!
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** SUPPLIES **
Laughing Moon #117 Ball Gown pattern: www.laughingmo...
Bronze Silk: www.silkbaron....
Red Silk: www.silkbaron....
Ribbon: www.etsy.com/s...
Tarlatan: shop.takachpre...
Organdy: www.renaissanc...
** IMAGE SOURCES AND REFERENCES **
My 1840s dress re-fit video: • Re-Sewing My Old Costu...
Mid 19th century crinolines:
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1830s fashion plates:
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1840s fashion plates:
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Bronze, red, and black inspiration dress: www.metmuseum....
1840s dress with hooks:
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1860s dresses with lacing:
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1830s dresses with hooks:
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1860s Wrap Around Bertha: www.metmuseum....
Dresses with bows:
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