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Remaking a Victorian Coat - Tailoring Techniques and Challenges

Bernadette Banner via YouTube

Overview

Explore the intricate process of recreating a Victorian coat in this 39-minute tutorial video. Learn about tailoring techniques, pattern adaptation, and material selection as you follow along with the step-by-step reconstruction. Discover the challenges of working with wool, velvet, and horsehair canvas while mastering traditional sewing methods such as pad stitching and buttonhole creation. Gain insights into the use of period-appropriate tools and materials, and understand the complexities of Victorian dressmaking techniques. Perfect for historical costume enthusiasts and those interested in advanced sewing skills, this video offers a detailed look at the art of tailoring and the intricacies of Victorian fashion.

Syllabus

(Re)Making a Victorian Coat, or: Tailoring is Hard

Taught by

Bernadette Banner

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