Overview
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Watch a detailed sewing tutorial demonstrating how to create an elegant flowing gown using 18th-century corsetry techniques. Learn the step-by-step process of draping fabric over historical undergarments to achieve a romantic silhouette inspired by the harvest moon. Follow along as historical costumer Bernadette Banner shares her expertise in combining period-accurate construction methods with modern design elements, resulting in a stunning dress that bridges centuries of fashion history. Master traditional hand-sewing techniques while discovering how historical corsetry can inform and enhance contemporary dressmaking approaches.
Syllabus
Using 18th Century Corsetry to Drape a Flowy Gown: The Harvest Moon Dress
Taught by
Bernadette Banner