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nuttywoman

MrsTine wrote: »

I noticed stitch witch go on about corsets... has anyone else had a go at making one? I'd love to give it a go but no idea where to start LOL I have a sewing machine and the need... (blooming baby belly!!! grrrr) I'd not have any idea where to start, what material to get etc though

I can`t believe your mentioning corsets !! cos last night i cut out the fabric to make one for a friend.
The pattern i`m using is from a fancy dress pattern that i`ve used before McCall`s 3674. its not as detailed as the one Stitch Witch uses .That one looks more challenging
Will post pic when its done :T

Penny35_2

Hi All
Just noticed this thread. I live in Cheshire and would love a go at making my own clothes. Anyone know a good place for patterns and material.

Thanks

stitching_witch

MrsTine wrote: »

Thanks stitching! How long do they normally take you to make? I know the first one or two will take a lot longer but as a general rule (love that one btw!)

The basic corset, like the one in the photo, I can do in eight hours now, but I have had a bit of practice!:D

The pattern I use is based on a Victorian design so very authentic construction methods are used and has a total of 22 bones. The Butterick pattern I mentioned above is a little bit different as it also has a lining. It would probably take twice the number of hours as it's twice the work.

I don't know if you can repair busks or if the only option would be to replace it. It depends on how tightly you want to lace it I suppose. I used to tightlace down to 22" waist, but I'm a bit old for that now!!;)

MrsTinks

nuttywoman - looking at the site stitchign posted they do a "kit" too works out about £45 Might give it a go... hmmmm

Dopey_Dora_42

kandipandi - I love your little make up bag. What is the name of the Tilda book you got it from please. I have the book to make the angels and snowmen!
Thank you
Dora x

MrsTinks

LOL Stitching - It probably needs a good heave! I'll have a closer look at the corsets this afternoon and see how easy it would be to take the busks out and replace them
8 hours... not too bad If I manage to complete one for myself I'll make sure I post up pics I'd love to make corsets but I think I'd probably need a lot of help to be good enough to make one I coudl wear in public if you will One thing to have something practical to wear under certain dresses and suits for work - another to make fancy ones

sunshine_shell

stitching_witch wrote: »

I get my supplies from here: http://www.venacavadesign.co.uk/ and they sell patterns too. Butterick 4254 is a fairly standard one.

My basic corset is a simpler one but can also be adapted to other styles. My current favourite is a cerise and black one I made last year.



I am going on a leather corset course in february and I'm really excited. I have the skins waiting in the sewing room as I bought them in December to beat the VAT increase!!:D

Mrs Tine, feel free to PM me if you want any more info.

I use venacavadesigns as well, they are really helpful!!

MrsTinks

Thanks sunshine
Do you guys know where I might be able to find some corset sewing courses? I've been scouring the web for hints and tips and the more I look the more I think that just maybe I'd be just as well to invest in a course LOL

stitching_witch

MrsTine wrote: »

Thanks sunshine
Do you guys know where I might be able to find some corset sewing courses? I've been scouring the web for hints and tips and the more I look the more I think that just maybe I'd be just as well to invest in a course LOL

I do my courses with Alison Victoria School of Sewing in Ashby de la Zouch. She's not cheap but the courses are over two days and as there are a max of 6 students you get more or less individual help. I don't know where you live, but I travel up from Wiltshire for the courses and have to factor in an overnight B&B room too - but I keep going up for more!!

There are others, and possibly cheaper too but that's how I started, and now have a successful customer base who come back for more so Alison must be teaching me well!

Kandipandi

Dopey_Dora_42 wrote: »

kandipandi - I love your little make up bag. What is the name of the Tilda book you got it from please. I have the book to make the angels and snowmen!
Thank you
Dora x

Dora - thanks, it was from the sew pretty homestyle book.