Late 1840s bodices are usually either darted or fan front, with variations of course.
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| Darted 1840s Dress |
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| Fan Front 1840s Dress |
Most of the dresses that I made for Gold Rush had been the fan front style using the Past Patterns dress, until Laughing Moon Mercantile published their Ladies Round Dress Pattern. A variety of styles can be achieved with the pattern with a darted or fan front bodice, sleeve variations, etc. I made the darted version with a tighter sleeve and sleeve caps.
I used an 1840s reproduction cotton print with vines and bubbles, (hence the dress has been dubbed “The Bubble Dress”), 100% silk satin to cover wood discs for the buttons, and 100% silk satin ribbon trim. The bodice lining is boned at the darts that extend up to the bust line and the dress has functional cuffs.
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| 1840s Round Dress Pattern |
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| Sleeve cap ribbon detail. |
Overall, I really like this pattern. The armscyes were a bit too small for me, but other than that it went together great. I think I will be using the bodice pattern as a base for a new 1853 dress I have in the works. .
Wow, that fabric's pretty perfect! Obviously a little modern-looking, but the scale and waviness are great.
ReplyDeleteThat is lovely! It fits so nicely, I especially love the sleeves.
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear its a nice pattern, I was actually considering using it soon.
beautiful! you do such wonderful work.
ReplyDeleteOh how beautiful your dressed turned out...the fabric is fabulous! You are a great inspiration to me as I am hoping to make an 1840s dress for an event at the end of November!
ReplyDeleteBlessings!
Gina