About the project
I created this blog simply to document the process of my making a whole 18th century outfit – complete with stays, pocket hoops, petticoat, stomacher and stuff. I have the ambition to do at least 80-90% by hand and in as time typical materials as possible.
I might also feuture tips, tricks, how-to’s and other related things I’ve found in my search for inspiration.

Robe à la Française, ca. 1765 - http://www.metmuseum.org
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April 6, 2009 at 11:38 am |
Wow that is an ambitious project! I too would love to make an 18th century outfit but am afraid to get started. I even have some patterns. What am I waiting for?
August 19, 2009 at 1:17 am |
wow-how did you decide on that particular awesome outfit?
October 20, 2009 at 3:18 pm |
any chance of a how to on the petticoat or stomacher??? i have an art project to do on them and i have to make one x
December 5, 2009 at 4:49 pm |
lovely dress. stick to it and you will get it.
December 13, 2009 at 7:28 am |
That is a magnificent project and a beautiful dress.
January 12, 2010 at 1:26 am |
I’m totally inspired by your blog! I love all things 18th century and I’m so excited to see your costume!
January 26, 2010 at 3:18 am |
I love your blog! I love your idea! I too adore the 18th century as well as Restoration period England. Would you mind if I added you to my blog?
January 26, 2010 at 4:18 pm |
Thank you! =D Not at all! =D I would very much like to see you blog though! ;D
January 26, 2010 at 5:56 pm |
You are welcome.
I am new to blogging and not sure if you can just click and go to my blog or not.
so here is mine:
http://justagirlwriting.wordpress.com/
your dress looks like it is coming along great!
August 26, 2010 at 11:00 pm |
I have been searching all over for a pattern that I like, cant find one I am crazy over. Do you have any suggestions on where to find some? I have looked at several fabric stores and online. Where did you come with yours? Thanks!
August 27, 2010 at 5:42 am |
Hello!
I drafted my own pattern after these directions: http://www.marquise.de/en/1700/howto/frauen/contouche.shtml
It was very easy, I hope you fint it useful! =D
May 20, 2012 at 10:19 pm |
Great information 🙂