A Two Part Workshop Victorian Ballgown Saturdays 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM March 12th and 19th, 2011 with Carol Wood Fee: $100.00 Does not include materials “Did you see that beauty?!,” “Who is that enchanting creature?,” “Have you ever seen such an amazing ?!!!” they’ll exclaim as you pass by in your perfectly fitted bodice. Even more important than color or cloth is the fit of a garment and a successful gar- ment is one that fits like a glove. Practice the art of custom fitting a Victorian ball bodice to your corseted torso, a skill you can use on more than just this garment. Not all commercial patterns fit the same and most require a little “tweaking” for optimal fit, especially one as closely fitted as a Victorian bodice over a . The we’re using is suited to 1850-1873, although it can be easily used for other periods as well. Workshop Content: We’ll use “1860’s Ballgown Bodice” pattern by Truly Victorian (#442) to begin learning the intrigu- ing art of custom fitting a bodice to your corseted torso. You’ll learn to alter the pattern for a custom fit to your specific measure- ments. You’ll use your adjusted mock-up to create a unique work of art ready for a turn around the floor! Depending on your sewing ability and choice of fabrics, it is possible to complete your bodice if you work on your project both Saturdays as well as at home between classes. In addition, we’ll review couture techniques for your and appropriate underwear (in addition to your corset). You’ll also receive a list of web sites with inspiring images and reenactment suppliers, bibliography, and demo handouts.

Preparation: Read all pattern instructions, but do not cut out pattern. Do not preshrink muslin. Preshrink and press all fabrics, including foundation fabric (such as coutil, , duck cloth). Tools and Materials: (Most of the required materials can be purchased at Lacis). 1) Corset that fits you perfectly 2) “1860’s Ballgown Bodice “ by Truly Victorian (#442) 3) 1 – 1 ½ yards foundation fabric (e.g. coutil, twill, duck cloth) – see Preparation 4) Sewing machine (incl. attachments, appropriate bobbins) 5) Machine and hand sewing tools (incl. needles, straight pins, scissors, seam ripper) 6) Drafting tools (incl. pencils, sharpener, clear 18” plastic ruler, red tip pen) 7) Thread (at least black and white, also what will match your bodice) 8) Measuring tape 9) Plain muslin: 1 – 1 ½ yards for mock-up (do not prewash) 10) Small and medium awl if grommeting Materials to Purchase Later: boning, grommets + lacing + lacing tips (if laced), hook and eye tape (if hooked), trim. 11) 8 yards corset lacing with lacing tips 12) Corset boning, , and grommets. Instructor: A professional costumer, pattern maker, corsetiere, and milliner, Carol Wood has been researching, recreating, and wearing historical garments for decades. She works in the Shop of the San Francisco Opera for much of the year and dur- ing the off-season makes custom garments and shows around the Bay. Her work has been honored with awards, shown in galleries, worn to period events, appeared on the stage, and escorted down the wedding isle. “Fannye Grace” is the label under which she designs , millinery, and bridal. You can register by mail, by email ([email protected]), by phone, or in the museum shop. LACIS MUSEUM OF AND 2 9 8 2 A d e l i n e S t , B e r k e l e y , C A 9 4 7 0 3 (510) 843-7290

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