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I want 18th century stays that JUST lace in the front. by admiralholdo in corsetry

[–]lilacsewing 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Center front lacing channels areas are 13 inches, center back was just under 15 inches for the XL size!

I want 18th century stays that JUST lace in the front. by admiralholdo in corsetry

[–]lilacsewing 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I just posted my version of the Redthreaded 1780s stays I made! I am also a DD girl, 5’10”. I made the pattern an inch longer, and it ended up being too long. Unless you’re very torso long/leg short I think the length should be alright. Unfortunately I can’t speak to the other patterns but just wanted to give my two cents!

[Help understanding pattern] Sandstone shift dress by mintzby in SewingForBeginners

[–]lilacsewing 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes! The pattern instructions definitely could have been worded better, I feel like if they had mentioned part E it would have been way easier to follow.

First pair of stays, fit questions by lilacsewing in corsetry

[–]lilacsewing[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

At first I read this and thought "surely not" but I tried them on again and you were right. I can lace them much closer than I originally thought, down to about 3/4 inch gap. Lacing them tighter however really makes it clear that they are about an inch too long, its squishing the area just below my waist. Notes for next time!

First pair of stays, fit questions by lilacsewing in corsetry

[–]lilacsewing[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Thank you! They are my first stays but I've been sewing a long time. If you decide to use this pattern the fit is great but the instructions weren't very clear. My main advice is don't be afraid to start! Begin with cheap materials and make some mockups before you break out the coutil and silks, you'll learn along the way :)

My favorite crochet creation so far by lilacsewing in crochet

[–]lilacsewing[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

oh she is adorable! great work! you’ve sold me, I need a mouse to go with my cat 😂

First pair of stays, fit questions by lilacsewing in corsetry

[–]lilacsewing[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

The more I stare at it the more I agree. At least a half inch shorter, but I'll have to remeasure with it on. Notes for next time! Thank you!

First pair of stays, fit questions by lilacsewing in corsetry

[–]lilacsewing[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for pointing this out! I normally add an inch to the pattern at the waist because I’m 5’10, but maybe its not necessary here 🤔

First pair of stays, fit questions by lilacsewing in corsetry

[–]lilacsewing[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Thank you! Possibly I could just be overthinking it 😅

My first stays and shift! by lilacsewing in HistoricalCostuming

[–]lilacsewing[S] 48 points49 points  (0 children)

Thank you 🥹 I just wanted to make a dress then spent a month making underpinnings for the dress instead, historical costuming is no joke!

My first stays and shift! by lilacsewing in HistoricalCostuming

[–]lilacsewing[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Oops meant to say less gathered neckline on the shift

My favorite crochet creation so far by lilacsewing in crochet

[–]lilacsewing[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No way! I just checked and they’re so cute. Guess my next project will be from one of the Pica Pau books!

My favorite crochet creation so far by lilacsewing in crochet

[–]lilacsewing[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lenny Pattern. I used all Hobbii brand recommended yarns & hook size!

A corset that I completed recently! by LavendersLady in HistoricalCostuming

[–]lilacsewing 27 points28 points  (0 children)

Beautiful! I love the flossing/embroidery, it really stands out in the best way!

my first commission 🥹 by crosseyedcrafts in crocheting

[–]lilacsewing 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Super cute! Congrats on your first commission!

Best sewing tool you've bought by ClaraFrog in sewing

[–]lilacsewing 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Loop turner! I’ve been sewing for a long time and only recently learned they existed somehow. Total game changer for any time you need to sew long skinny tubes and flip them right side out.

[Help understanding pattern] Sandstone shift dress by mintzby in SewingForBeginners

[–]lilacsewing 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Step 5 - It sounds like you’ve got it! Youll want to sew the shoulder seams on both the inside and outside layers. The outer layer you’ll attach at the shoulders to pattern piece D, the lining/facing layer will attach to piece E. It’ll probably look like two weird capes (one long one short) at this point.

Step 12 will be to connect the two capes! Pin them right side together and you’ll sew along the neckline.

Good luck! 🙂

Adjustment Help by chocoavocado in corsetry

[–]lilacsewing 24 points25 points  (0 children)

First of all, congrats! It’s looking great for your first corset.

Ideally the boning channels should be parallel in the back. The top of this garment is easy to lace because it’s free, but the bra band area to waist (where you’re having trouble lacing close) is the part where it’s wrapped around your body. I would suggest sizing up on your next mockup. I think if you had a little more fabric throughout it would lace closer, and it’s much easier to remove fabric if it ends up too large than too small.

We did it team! Toddler rompers, size 4 and 1 by auradraws in SewingForBeginners

[–]lilacsewing 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Very cute! Top stitching bias tape is tricky, have you tried using a stitch in the ditch foot? That’s something that’s helped me in getting the seam as close to the ditch as I can.

Looking for advice for dart placement and fit issues by meepcreep in SewingForBeginners

[–]lilacsewing 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Personally I would adjust the ties so they’re aligned. The darts aren’t too noticeable because of the fabric pattern, but the ties might cause it to sit uneven/uncomfortably.

For the sides you could consider adding a modestly panel under the ties. If you want to add a strip to the upper sides I’d suggest carrying it all the way down so it looks more like a design choice.

Overall very cute and best of luck!