Quick and easy. If you are over 5’5″ tall, though, plan to add to the length. I skipped the optional ruffle at the hem and also the poufing for the back, but look forward to trying them next time.
Rated 4 out of 5
Athene –
An easy pattern that goes together cleanly, resulting in a just-about-perfect bustle. I made a couple of changes to the original pattern–a full length front panel and layered knife pleats instead of a ruffle–but I don’t think I’ve seen a better basic bustle underskirt. I would, however, double or triple the net underlining that’s called for, for added body in the poofs. Netting is cheap and it really helps hold the shape and allows the bustle rest lightly on the underpinnings. See her Truly Victorian #TV462 1883 Tail Bodice review for photo.
Lisa –
Quick and easy. If you are over 5’5″ tall, though, plan to add to the length. I skipped the optional ruffle at the hem and also the poufing for the back, but look forward to trying them next time.
Athene –
An easy pattern that goes together cleanly, resulting in a just-about-perfect bustle. I made a couple of changes to the original pattern–a full length front panel and layered knife pleats instead of a ruffle–but I don’t think I’ve seen a better basic bustle underskirt. I would, however, double or triple the net underlining that’s called for, for added body in the poofs. Netting is cheap and it really helps hold the shape and allows the bustle rest lightly on the underpinnings. See her Truly Victorian #TV462 1883 Tail Bodice review for photo.