The original pattern showed the bones to be only 4 inches across. I had a piece of 5 inch flat steel that was already cut and finished at both ends so I made all test pieces 5 inches. After they were slipped in place I tried the corselet on.
Spirals right? I hate the way the ends of the flat steel poke outward. That's not pretty. I'm thinking of adding one more row of boning at the bottom. I may wait until the garters are attached to see how the fit is when anchored down though.
Look at that straight 1920's silhouette!
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I agree with the spiral steel. I think it wears nicely and holds up to whatever asked of it. Not sure what its downsides are...
ReplyDeleteI'm also in favour of the steel spiral - you can really see the difference in your photo.
ReplyDeleteYep, spirals it will be.
ReplyDeleteJenny, I think the biggest downsize to spirals is the weight. They are a bit bulkier than flats too, but in these pictures it appears the bulk is still less that the plastic.
Clare, I was afraid the differences between the types of boning would be more subtle. I'm glad it was so clear.
that why i love youre blog also!!!..that we can see how you make a corset..i never made one..but its on my to do list
ReplyDeleteThanks mijndroomhisje! You can do it! I think the secret to corsets is taking your time. That and proper pressing!
ReplyDeleteI'm intending to make a civil war corset, does the book you're using have specifics on authenticity for those?
ReplyDeleteGreat Blog, BTW
Hi Lizzie! the is a pattern for a 1860's pair of "light French stays." (Traveling with a Zouave?) But nothing specifically to the Civil War. Sorry.
ReplyDeleteI am so excited to see this newest project finished!! So far, it is beautiful-like all of your corsets thus far :)
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