In this video I am finally delving into the kinda intimidating world of Victorian sewing, with an 1895 walking skirt. This is my first time hand drafting a project, and it was way more fun than I thought it would be. It’s a wonderful choice for anyone interested in getting started in historical costume, but wants something fairly easy. I think every historybounder should have at least one late Victorian walking skirt in their wardrobe, and I may be planning a few more of these down the road already.
I’m not sure why my audio/enunciation ended up particularly crisp in this video. It may only be me that notices it, but yeah, my audio gave me a boatload of grief this time.
Pattern: [ Ссылка ]
Bernadette Banner’s Walking Skirt Video: [ Ссылка ]
Fabric used:
3-4 yards plaid wool [ Ссылка ]
Cotton bedsheet – size queen (I think)
Shoes: American Duchess Bernadettes
Reveal cinematography: my mom – thanks again, it turned out so beautiful! I squee every time I look at that church shot.
Chapters:
Intro: 00:00-1:07
Drafting: 1:07-2:07
Cutting & mockup try on: 2:08-3:16
Fabric: 3:17-4:15
Flat lining & basting: 4:16-4:55
Assembly: 4:56-5:27
Pocket dilemma: 5:28-6:23
Placket: 6:24-7:18
Waistband: 7:19-8:40
Hemming: 8:41-10:30
Watch pocket & closures: 10:31-11:33
Final thoughts: 11:34-12:40
Reveal: 12:40-14:36
For behind the scenes, geekery and tea, find me on Instagram @the_halfling_seamstress
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Music from YouTube Audio Library:
Bike sharing to paradise – Dan Bodan
Forever yours – Wayne Jones
No 4 piano journey – Esther Abrami
C Major Prelude – Bach
Rolling hills – Sir Cubworth
