1 review for Period Costume for Stage & Screen 1898 Skirt – Pattern Sheet 33
Rated 4 out of 5
Kij Greenwood –
I used this pattern for an 1895’s ballgown. It makes up beautifully, creating a skirt with a dramatic sweep and slight train. I flat-lined the entire skirt with a cotton broadcloth to give the fabric added crispness and weight. During this period, the skirt hems were often stiffened at the bottom with horsehair lining of around 10-12 inches. I faced the hem with a 12 inch facing of stiff fabric, which is then cross stitched to the flat lining only. The hem of each gore is very shaped which helps to achieve the sculptural folds created in the skirt, so a faced hem treatment worked out best anyway. I also machine stitched 5 inch wide nylon horsehair to the inside of the facing to give an extra stiffness as well. In addition, I added a taffeta dust ruffle to help protect the hem. I love the feel and movement of this skirt. It’s wonderful to do a waltz in. My only problem with it has been training my husband not to step on the train.
Kij Greenwood –
I used this pattern for an 1895’s ballgown. It makes up beautifully, creating a skirt with a dramatic sweep and slight train. I flat-lined the entire skirt with a cotton broadcloth to give the fabric added crispness and weight. During this period, the skirt hems were often stiffened at the bottom with horsehair lining of around 10-12 inches. I faced the hem with a 12 inch facing of stiff fabric, which is then cross stitched to the flat lining only. The hem of each gore is very shaped which helps to achieve the sculptural folds created in the skirt, so a faced hem treatment worked out best anyway. I also machine stitched 5 inch wide nylon horsehair to the inside of the facing to give an extra stiffness as well. In addition, I added a taffeta dust ruffle to help protect the hem. I love the feel and movement of this skirt. It’s wonderful to do a waltz in. My only problem with it has been training my husband not to step on the train.