How to Build and Fit a Victorian Corset
With JoAnn Peterson
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The Two Hour Video Includes All of the Following:
- History of the Victorian corset and timeline of technical innovations
- How corsets were worn and correct fit explanation
- Discussion of modern usage of corsetry techniques.
- Appropriate fabrics and how to prepare them; colors and trims.
- Complete explanation and demonstration of supplies and tools:
- Aglets, Awls
- Boning, Boning Tape
- Busks, Lacing, Lace Beading
- Grommets or Eyelets with Setting Tools
- Waist Reinforcement, Binding
Fitting:
- How to choose a size, make and use a fitting muslin, and achieve a good fit
- Demonstration of fitting muslins on live models
- Appropriate pattern alterations and how to make them
Sewing:
- Correct needle size, stitch length, and machine tension
- Detailed explanation and finished samples of every construction step
- Demonstration of final fitting and alteration adjustments
- How to lace the back and put a corset on without assistance
- Extensive list of corset and fastener supply sources
- Bibliography for more information or further study
*Note: The DVD is recorded in Region Code 1 which will play in the United States and Canada. International buyers must have a “code free” DVD player to play this DVD. These players are available on the internet.
DVD - $15.95 + Applicable Shipping
(VHS - NTSC and PAL versions are no longer available.)
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