To keep a living history event going at overnight events I like to wear historic lounge wear. For 1840s/1850s events I have a linen nightgown I made from
The Workwoman's Guide and a
wool/cotton challis wrapper based on an extant garment. For the overnight 1940s events I've been attending I recently made a silk robe from a novelty print fabric I bought in the LA fashion district.
 |
| 1940s Wrap Dress/Robe pattern |
 |
Novelty print silk detail
Complete with camel pocket! |
The vintage pattern I used is genius as there are no buttons or zippers and goes together in less than a day! I spray starched the cut pieces, let them air dry, and then pressed each piece, which stabilized the fabric enough that it was a lot less painful to sew with than I had anticipated. I used pinking shears to finish the seams. If I am diligent enough this week after work, I may have a pair of 1940s pajamas to wear at the event this weekend too!
Does it have a self belt? I'm dying for a robe with a self-belt.
ReplyDeleteYes it does! https://www.flickr.com/photos/mrdarcy1/14154278808/
DeleteWow, that fabric is such a find! Perfect use of it, too!
ReplyDelete