1870s corset patterns
1873 T.S. Gilbert 6 Panel Corset, Part 1
Rachel talks us through her journey to re-create this late-Victorian corset, which is ideal for 'well endowed' ladies with a curvy, hourglass figure.
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Rachel talks us through the completion of this beautiful C19th corset in the final fabrics, creating an elegant yet supportive base for ladies of a curvaceous nature.
Patent Challenge H.S. Strauss No. 208049, Pt 1
Clare takes on the FR patent challenge to breathe life into this deceivingly simple 1878 corset, beginning with the toile.
1878 Marsh Corset, part 1
Christina takes us through a mockup of this patent, in which Marsh claims two “improvements” to corsets, discussing her observations.
1878 Marsh Corset, part 2
Marsh claims leather is more durable in the hard wearing areas of a corset. Christina tests his theory on this C19th patent - is he right?
Patent Challenge H.S. Strauss No. 208049, Pt 2
In this second instalment, Clare will take us through the process of making the final corset and the lessons she learned from this project.
T.S.Gilbert 1873 Corset Patent
Katie-Louise guides us through the interpretation of this style, through fitting all the way to making a toile of this beautiful Victorian corset.
T.S.Gilbert 1873 Corset Patent, Part 2
Katie-Louise guides us through the completion of this beautiful Victorian corset and discusses the changes she would make to the pattern if she made it again.
Fanning's 1878 Corset Patent, 1
Sandra Stuart tackles re-creating a gusseted and gored corset using an 1878 patent diagram, from pattern enlargement to construction and fitting.
Fanning's 1878 Corset Patent, 2
Sandra begins constructing her intricate 1878 corset by tea-dying the fabric, then carefully cording and embroidering the pieces to match a favourite teacup.
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Sandra Stuart shares each step in the construction of this real Victorian corset patent, finding it an illuminating experience with stunning results!
