Continuing WIP on a new pair of silk tabbed stays. There are some differences in construction when including a busk pocket, so I photographed those for those who are curious.
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This is the latest project on my sewing machine. It is tabbed conical stays, with two layers of corset coutil for the core, and a cover of peacock silk taffeta. It is partially boned, and will include a busk pocket in the front. The lining will be white cotton muslin. Presently, the cover and core are sewn together, and the boning channels have been created.
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This is a uniquely designed reversible steampunk vest, created for Nathaniel Johnstone. Â Â It is fully reversible. Â The brown side is cotton duck, and the reverse is peacock-colored dupioni silk. Â Two versions are pictured here. Â One is the prototype and the other is the final version. I drew the violin design freehand in chalk, and then
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