So there are three layers to this, inner, outer and a second inner? So I could do a twill on the outside, and what do I use for the two inner layers. I've never done this before, so it's a bit intimidating.
Yes, you've got the outer fabric, the interlining, and the lining. The outer and middle fabric) should be sturdy - twill works great, or jean, medium weight linen, coutil, etc. the lining is tacked in at the end and it can be lightweight, like muslin.
Hello friend 😊 At time stamp 1:34 she says, cut two layers of Muslim or linen [to form the pocket], sew the boning channels into that, put the bones in, put that on the inside of the stays before you put the lining in so you’re sandwiching it between the outer layer [of boning] and the lining [of the corset]. From that, I’m inferring it goes in immediately after you bone the outer layer of the corset front, before the panels are sewn together. Personally, I’d probably even whip stitch it into place in a place that felt most comfortable for me before lining and joining the panels so it didn’t shift around after it was finished.
+Natasha Fenwick I do mine on the machine. I know that's not accurate, but I lack the patience for hand sewn channels. If you do them by hand, it's with a backstitch, for strength. They're just straight lines of stitching through the outer and interlining layer. There are good directions for making up the stays that come with the Simplicity pattern, and they can be followed even if you are changing some things.
you'll want something quite heavy for at least one layer. I like upholstery cotton, jean, twill. The muslin can be used for the lining but it's not strong enough for the outer.
Will there be more videos in this series?
So there are three layers to this, inner, outer and a second inner? So I could do a twill on the outside, and what do I use for the two inner layers. I've never done this before, so it's a bit intimidating.
Yes, you've got the outer fabric, the interlining, and the lining. The outer and middle fabric) should be sturdy - twill works great, or jean, medium weight linen, coutil, etc. the lining is tacked in at the end and it can be lightweight, like muslin.
What does the horizontal boning add? More oomph?
I noticed this extends into the seam allowance. Would this be added before sewing the panels together, or after.
hi, what are you referring to?
Hello friend 😊
At time stamp 1:34 she says, cut two layers of Muslim or linen [to form the pocket], sew the boning channels into that, put the bones in, put that on the inside of the stays before you put the lining in so you’re sandwiching it between the outer layer [of boning] and the lining [of the corset].
From that, I’m inferring it goes in immediately after you bone the outer layer of the corset front, before the panels are sewn together.
Personally, I’d probably even whip stitch it into place in a place that felt most comfortable for me before lining and joining the panels so it didn’t shift around after it was finished.
Can you do a video on how to sew
How to sew, just in general? or 18th c. sewing techniques?
Just how to sew the boning channels
+Natasha Fenwick I do mine on the machine. I know that's not accurate, but I lack the patience for hand sewn channels. If you do them by hand, it's with a backstitch, for strength. They're just straight lines of stitching through the outer and interlining layer. There are good directions for making up the stays that come with the Simplicity pattern, and they can be followed even if you are changing some things.
i recently bought the 8579 pattern, but only have muslin fabic on hand, do you think it will be durable enough for these stays?
you'll want something quite heavy for at least one layer. I like upholstery cotton, jean, twill. The muslin can be used for the lining but it's not strong enough for the outer.
Once more, no boning, bamboozled again!