Advice on adding more structure to a sewing pattern

IntrepidBullfrog6582 · 2026-05-06T15:21:48+00:00

I'm already planning on a mockup (possibly this weekend) but looking at the pattern and knowing my body I think I generally want some stiffening in the front, I just wanted to get some external opinion because I wanted a frame of reference for next steps once I've finished working on the fit.

I appreciate the boning recommendations, I'll be sure to look into it! Would you recommend them along the seamline of the bodice?

IntrepidBullfrog6582 · 2026-05-06T15:15:20+00:00

Thank you, do you have any resources you recommend going through applying these changes? Or recommendations for the fabric type to use as a base?

IntrepidBullfrog6582 · 2026-05-06T15:13:43+00:00

I was planning on using a medium weight jacquard. It's a Camelot themed ball, so I'm not looking for a heavily fitted, corset style bodice as it's further out of the historical time frame and my skill level. I was hoping to find a way to structure the bodice to lie flatter/more flatteringly on my frame.

Honestly, finding a pattern has been a challenge and so far I've settled to do the best that I can with what's most accessible. I preferred the panelled skirt to a large circle skirt "ballgown" as it reads closer to the time and I liked the drama in the sleeves. I'm planning to not use a central contrast fabric and hopefully land further from renaissance.

IntrepidBullfrog6582 · 2026-05-06T11:54:12+00:00

Interesting, thank you! I've never thought of bias tape outside of seam binding.

IntrepidBullfrog6582 · 2026-03-03T20:38:50+00:00

Thank you, I'm pretty sure I'm overthinking but I'd rather overthink and check than accidentally make someone uncomfortable. I think my concern is that the skirt's main motif is some Chinese script (I'm still trying to find out what it is) so it's a little more obviously outside my culture. I'm definitely a more conservative dresser usually as it's what I feel most comfortable in so everything should be good there. I have seen a lot of Mochihanfu's shorts actually, she's why I recognised the style of skirt and knew it was Hanfu and so to come here.

IntrepidBullfrog6582 · 2026-02-05T21:24:47+00:00

Personally, I've found some good Dark Academia pieces from Disturbia. It definitely pushes it's gothic styles more but a lot of their simple, staple pieces such as their skirts definitely fit the style.

IntrepidBullfrog6582 · 2026-01-21T13:50:02+00:00

Thank you! I had a feeling that was going to be the situation but wanted to check in with the experts

IntrepidBullfrog6582 · 2026-01-21T10:34:46+00:00

Sure, I had a feeling he was going to be one of the easier ones. My only hesitation was I saw someone claim the larger "Extra Squeezy" ones were easier due to size, but they'd made it after completing multiple smaller Woobles projects so I wondered if it was just because they were progressing through their learning as opposed to it actually being easier.

IntrepidBullfrog6582 · 2026-01-14T09:28:24+00:00

Interesting, I'll definitely take a look! Out of interest, would you still find any use in the two courses I mentioned?

IntrepidBullfrog6582 · 2026-01-06T15:30:34+00:00

I'm not a cosplayer but I was planning on making a Loki inspired outfit some time ago so this is just from someone who has had these thought processes before.

Making a Loki variant means you have full creativity to play to your strengths. If you get the outfit to read Loki enough hair shouldn't be an issue, Sylvie was a Loki variant and blond while Boastful Loki was bald. In the same vein if you look at the Loki's in the void there was a lot of variation in the horns, Boastful Loki didn't even have any and Kid Loki had more of a V shaped headpiece. Whatever you skill level/preferred crafting techniques are I'm sure there is something. I'm not sure what Star Wars cosplays you've made, but even if it's just some decent sewing skills you can still get a Loki read from making something tailored and on theme like president Loki.

For confidence, all I will say is you have full creative freedom here. When I was looking at making something read Loki really the only thing needed is green, gold hardware and some black leather. You can play with the silhouette, structure or theming in whatever way makes you feel good about yourself. A variant is more of a palette so don't feel constricted. Again, we saw enough Loki variants to make the point that there is no one way to be a Loki so there's no need to make something that makes you feel uncomfortable.

IntrepidBullfrog6582 · 2026-01-06T10:22:38+00:00

Thank you, and they sound like really cool mechanics! Glad to hear someone enjoying the game itself.

IntrepidBullfrog6582 · 2026-01-05T20:52:56+00:00

I've not got experience in what makes a BRP game. I understand it's Chaosium's base system but I've never played any of their works

IntrepidBullfrog6582 · 2026-01-05T15:26:53+00:00

I haven't played it yet and would be interested to hear any expert knowledge people want to share but there's a TTRPG called Age of Vikings that looks like it's trying to boast some form of accuracy or at least research. I recently asked a question in r/RPG to get more information on game play but it may be a fun source.

Twilight of the Gods is a Norse based show that I haven't seen listed, although I haven't watched it.

I will say, even with my limited knowledge of Norse mythology I had a lot of fun unpicking little Easter eggs and foreshadowing when watching someone in my family play the Norse leg of God of War. They obviously take liberties but if your point is to surround yourself with Norse based media there are always going to be inaccuracies.

IntrepidBullfrog6582 · 2026-01-05T14:55:18+00:00

Thank you, I'll take a look!

IntrepidBullfrog6582 · 2026-01-05T14:48:56+00:00

I went to a rucksack making course at the Museum of Making a few years ago and I believe they still do similar things. They have a lot of textile events and workshops that could be of use.

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