I tried out the Laughing Moon Dore corset. I have to say, I’m not that impressed. I don’t think it does as nice of a job as Past Patterns #213. This one had lumps, like it was going down over the hips, but it didn’t. It still cut off short. Not pleased about that.
Historical Sew Fortnightly Details:
The Challenge: Lace & Lacing
Fabric: Mattress Ticking, Poly Brocade, Silk Dupioni
Pattern: Laughing Moon Dore
Year: Victorian
Notions: Bias Tape, Grommets, Busk, Lacing cord, Boning
How historically accurate is it? Eh
Hours to complete: ? 10ish
First worn: Today
Total cost: ?? Probably around $60 in materials.