#shortgown

[precy01]

All available in the store #gowns #gown #gownstyle #shortgownstyles #shortgown #shortgowns (at Lagos Island) https://www.instagram.com/p/CeV7v5ejAXu/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[mysticalnachopainter]

how to make a trending English straight free dress

[desertdollranch]

It’s the first sunny day in two weeks, and Eleanor is overjoyed to be given the task of gathering kindling for the kitchen fire! It doesn’t seem like such a chore when she gets to run around and explore. She’s perfectly cozy in her heavy plaid cloak, her brick-red wool skirt, cozy gray mitts, and a shortgown as bright as a bluebird’s wing.

Can you tell yet that I love making shortgowns for Eleanor? I’m pretty sure this one won’t be the last! It’s meant to mimic the look of a jacket that fastens in the front with hooks and eyes, but really it’s just a seam, and it fastens in the back, which is what I prefer.

[honorhearted]

‘I think I would love you, however, whatever, whenever.’ ( Lydia // sharp-teeth-and-wide-grins )

@sharp-teeth-and-wide-grins | this meme (x) 

For the longest time, love was something Ben had thought was lost to him forever. The ravages of war stole his best friend, his brother, his very soul, but not everything -- not his hope, no matter how slight; not his dreams, his principles, the ability to feel. And feel, he did. He’d never felt more strongly than in this moment, his fingers tangling through Lydia’s loose hair and her head propped beneath his chin while they sat where they’d first (unofficially) courted. His heart was filled to bursting. It seemed improbable, unfair that a man such as himself -- a man who’d lied and stolen and killed for the Cause could have everything he’d ever wanted.

‘I think I would love you, however, whatever, whenever.’

Unbidden, a surge of affection flooded through him and Ben smiled, brushing his lips over her crown. “Careful,” he warned. “I’m pretty sure I could overthrow that claim just by opening my mouth.”

Expression softening, he withdrew a moment and cupped the curve of Lydia’s face, his thumb idly toying over the apple of her cheek. “Whenever” could be a long time -- and, he hoped, it would be forever, should she one day allow him the pleasure. She deserved a token of that fealty from his heart, and yet he had nothing to offer. His great-grandmother’s ring was at home, and his mother had been buried with hers.

Averting his eyes, an idea finally came to mind and Ben hesitated, almost shy as he reached up and unwound the black ribbon from his queue. “Here,” he murmured, “give me your hand.” When Lydia lifted her arm, he pushed up the sleeve of her shortgown and wrapped the ribbon around her wrist, carefully tying it before clasping her open hand between his palms.

“It’ll be our silent vow,” he promised. “I have no ring, but I do have my heart -- and Lydia, I want you to be in my life for as long as you’ll have me.” Shifting beneath her gaze, Ben anxiously continued, “I just...I know it’s not much, but at the very least, this ribbon can bind us. No one will have to see it either, since it’ll be concealed by your sleeve. We can bring our affections to light whenever you’re ready.”

[whennnow]

"Put On Thy Beautiful Garments" Book Review

November 15, 2018

[Image ID: A photo of the title page of a book titled "Put On Thy Beautiful Garments: Rural New England Clothing 1783-1800." The page is blue and has a sepia illustration on a cream background.]

A month or two ago I was in the midst of a Pinterest research trip, when one of the blogs I was reading mentioned a book I hadn't encountered in my research before: "Put on Thy Beautiful Garments" by Merideth Wright. I did a bit more digging (with the intention of adding it to my Christmas list), and found an old library copy for less than $10! So I went ahead and ordered it. Unfortunately, I mixed up my shipping and billing addresses, so it got sent to my house instead of my dorm, and I had to wait a long time before I actually saw it.

There seem to be two versions of the book - one published in January of 1990 by Clothes Press with the title "Put on Thy Beautiful Garments: Rural New England Clothing 1783-1800" and the other published by Dover Publications in December of 1992 with the title "Everyday Dress of Rural America 1783-1800: With Instructions and Patterns." Both have the same cover illustration (done by Nancy Rexford), but I am unsure of the content differences between the two. So to keep from confusing anyone, including myself, I am reviewing the one from 1990, "Put on Thy Beautiful Garments."

The book is divided into five sections. Part 1, “What People Wore,” goes into some background, providing general information, research, and instructions for using the book to make the clothes it contains. Part 2 is “The Individual Garments,” and it looks at each article of clothing individually and discusses who would wear it when, fabric choices, and construction, as well as providing simple, scaled down patterns. It is divided into “Women’s Clothing” and “Men’s Clothing.” Part 3 goes more in detail about fabric and gives instructions on hand sewing techniques. Part 4 is a collection of places you can buy patterns, fabric, and notions, as well as places you can look for more historical information. Part 5 is a very thorough bibliography.

I found the book to be incredibly educational, particularly the section on period-appropriate sewing techniques. Also interesting was the inclusion of clothing worn by the Western Abenaki people! While it doesn’t give instructions or patterns for their clothes, it does talk in depth about what they wore, what it was made of, how it was worn, and how trading with the settlers impacted their wardrobes. I’m actually very glad it doesn’t include instructions on making their clothing, as that would feel appropriative. “It’s a culture, not a costume,” after all.

Having been published in the very early 90s, some parts are a bit dated. For example, in the section on women’s stays, it talks about using cardboard or roller blinds as boning. It makes me very glad that synthetic whalebone exists now, and that the internet makes it widely accessible. Also dating things a bit is the resource section - it talks bout mail ordering and ordering from catalogs. I haven’t had a chance to look into all of the resources listed yet (maybe keep an eye out for a follow-up post?), so I’m not sure if that section is terribly useful.

The patterns start at the innermost layer and work their way out. The women’s section starts with a shift, then stays, pockets and petticoats, three types of gowns (open and round gowns, shortgowns, and chemise gowns), a neckerchief, and an apron, followed by a bit on hair and headwear. The men’s section is arranged similarly, starting with the shirt, then the cravat, breeches, waistcoat, coat, and frock, followed by a hair and headwear section. There are also short sections on stockings and shoes. Patterns or drafting instructions are given for everything except the headwear. The patterns are drawn on grids where each square is an inch, allowing easy drafting and sizing. Instructions are straightforward, often referencing what type of stitch or finish would be used.

I can’t think of anything that disappoints me about this book, honestly. I’m thrilled about the section about sewing techniques and I can’t wait to dig into the Resources and Bibliographies to see what gems are still accessible!

With any luck, I’ll be back before Christmas with a follow-up post!

Stay warm, stay safe, stay dry.

[dailyscoop]

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[readandneedle]

Current sewing project #2: 18th century stays

The pattern is scaled up from the stays in this book, and then I made two copies so I can grade one set for me and one for my wife. I’m not convinced she’ll actually wear them, but her new job has a museum education component where period costume is allowed! So obviously I must make her a full getup. I suspect she’ll end up preferring just a shortgown, but the stays are a neat project.

Right now the plan is to make these in white linen, with duck cloth interfacing, although I’m going to order reed boning and may get buckram too. Duck or coutil is my go-to for interfacing structured women’s costumes, but I’ve never actually used buckram. Not sure what the practical difference would be.

Eventually I want to recreate the printed dress on the cover of the book, but it’s been a long time since I did any block printing and I need to order all new supplies for that. And make a scale mockup of the dress first, probably. I’m a fairly experienced stitcher but this is my first time trying historical recreation and I want to be sure I know how the patterns fit together before I really commit.

Fun times!

[simplepleasuressleepwear]

Our very popular “Olivia” gown in new Smokey Gray.......love it! #lingerielove #sleepwear #luxuryloungewear #shortgown #nighties #nightgown #cotton #modal #wicking #menopause #tinaevarenee #simplepleasuressleepwear #nightandday #localdesigner #nashville #franklintn #murfreesboro #giftforher #christmasgifts #itcanbeyours https://www.instagram.com/p/B4LVtrhJlOn/?utm_medium=tumblr

[ladynai]

Back to my Revolutionary War roots. Fascinating to work with so much pictorial and other documentation. #18thcenturyfashion #shortgown #revolutionarywar https://www.instagram.com/p/CNpw9GrDHzI/?igshid=160l24djjb1fy

[littlewoodenworld]

Wearing my 18th century kit today around the house and garden. Realising how much I hate wearing a cap...I need to figure out the trick of securing it really well because having to mind my cap constantly is very distracting.

I know it’s not a fashionable look, but I’m proud of it. Every stitch is handsewn, every piece is researched and made with period construction techniques and appropriate materials. The kerchief and apron were just made in the last 48 hours!

[night-papilio]

What if Serina was wearing a homecoming gown?( she’s a college student) what colour fit better? Comment plz. #sketch #sketchbook #wip #homecoming #homecomingdresses #shortgown #shortdress #gown #pattern #originalcharacter #original #originaldesign #improvement https://www.instagram.com/p/B8o3DH1jpTB/?igshid=1n3uys59qmt3t

[sirencreed]

 Seated Woman in Profile 1774  Nicolas Bernard Lépicié                                            

[siaoryne]

[actualshonenprotagonist]

The shortgown approaches completion! The casings have been sewn in place at neck and waistline, with hand-sewn eyelets at each end. Tomorrow I will hem the bottom and add drawties. #regencyfashion #1810s #historicalclothing #historicalcostuming #shortgown #printedcotton https://www.instagram.com/p/B5t5qcIjHeq/?igshid=184znui71nn1x

[shriyafashion]

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[desertdollranch]

Full Collection of Eleanor Shaw, an American Girl, Watervliet New York in 1784.

Here is Eleanor’s entire collection!

Eleanor is a 10 year old girl who was born in Scotland but recently immigrated to America with her mother. Life in Scotland was difficult, and Eleanor was glad to leave it behind, especially when she and Mama heard about The United Society of Believers in Christ's Second Appearing, commonly called the Shakers. This was a dynamic new religion that believed in communal living, gender equality, the value of hard work and a style of worship based on song and dance. Eleanor’s new life with the Shakers is peaceful and secure, and she even begins to try writing new songs for everyone to sing during Sunday services. She is kindly encouraged by Mother Ann, the leader of the Shakers, who loves and honors Eleanor’s gift with words and song. But when Mother Ann dies suddenly, the community is thrown into chaos. Eleanor reaches deep inside herself to find her voice and use it to unite her new family in hope and joyful song. 

Eleanor’s clothes reflect her Scottish heritage as well as her period of adjustment to living in a Shaker community, which runs smoothly with the labor of all members. The Shakers believe in wearing clothing that is practical and modest. Eleanor and the other girls in the community mostly wear cotton or wool skirts, shortgowns (jackets) that lace in the front over a panel called a stomacher, and a cap to cover the hair. She does have one dress, seen in the second picture, made of calico cotton. To add warmth on cold days, she wears fingerless mitts on her arms and either a knit shawl or a long woolen cloak. Under her clothing, she wears a shift, stays, a pocket, and a bumroll that gives fullness to her skirts. She has a wide variety of colors to wear, all made from natural dyes. She can mix and match the tops and bottoms, but what she’s wearing here are my favorite combinations of pieces.

Eleanor is a Truly Me #41. I found her at a thrift store in the summer of 2020, in almost brand new condition. I never had 41 on my wish list, but once I found her I fell in love with her curly black hair and deep forest-green eyes. The only way she has been customized is her wig, which I moved to give her a center part. Like my other historical original character, Susanna, Eleanor being a Shaker gives me the chance to learn more about a uniquely American religion that helped shape the early years of this country. I sewed all of Eleanor’s wardrobe shown here, except for three things: the mob cap she’s wearing in the second picture and the bright red skirt she wears with her red floral jacket, both of which are from Felicity’s collection; and the floral jacket in the eighth picture that’s paired with the green skirt, which my mom made for my Felicity doll when I was nine. For her laced jackets with the stomachers, I used the Outlandish: Highland Lass pattern by Kindred Threads. Her calico dress is the Betsy Ross Shop Dress by Flossie Potter. Her jackets without the stomachers were made using Felicity’s Pleasant Company dress patterns. Her shoes are the BeForever version of Felicity’s shoes. With eight outfits, I consider Eleanor’s collection to be complete!