The Challenge:out of your comfort zone Fabric: Polyester satin taffeta, polyester iridescent organza, white and silver lace, silver mesh lace, eyelet for petticoat, kona cotton for pocket hoops, canvas and white cotton twill for stays Pattern: Butterick 4254 (be wary make the next size down), Patterns of Fashion 1- 1770-85 dress, Corsets and Crinoline- Pocket hoops Year: 1785 ish Notions: Boning, lots of sparkly crystal things How historically accurate is it?Maybe 30% the fabrics are terrible but the patterns are pretty good
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