The American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Dressmaking: How to Hand Sew Georgian Gowns and Wear Them With Style [Paperback]

Bring History to Life

Whether you wish you could time travel to the court of Versailles or the Highlands of Scotland, this comprehensive guide will walk you through how to make and wear your 18th century dream gown. Lauren Stowell and Abby Cox of American Duchess have endeavored to make the impossible possible by bringing historically accurate dressmaking techniques into your sewing room. Learn how to make four of the most iconic 18th century silhouettesthe English Gown, Sacque Gown, Italian Gown and Round Gownusing the same hand sewing techniques done by historic dressmakers. From large hoops to full bums, wool petticoats to grand silk gowns, ruffled aprons to big feathered hats, this manual has project patterns and instructions for every level of 18th century sewing enthusiast. With Lauren and Abbys guidance, youll feel as if you just stepped out of an 18th century portrait.

The American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Dressmakingdemystifies 18th century fashion and sewing techniques so that you can wear these beautiful gowns with confidence and style.

Lauren and Abbys company, American Duchess Inc., has been providing historically accurate ladys shoes since 2011. Their shoes and accessorieshave been used in productions all over the world, including ABCsOnce Upon a Time, StarzsOutlanderandAmerican Gods, BroadwaysHamilton: An American Musical,Dangerous LiaisonsandCinderella. Their shoes have also been used by the New York Metropolitan Opera, Fords Theater and have walked the red carpet at the Academy Awards. They live in Reno, Nevada.

In this must-have volume, the American Duchess ladies solve your costuming worries,sharing solid yet accessible research, inspiring images and tips from the sewing trenches in a style that makes historically accurate 18th century sewing more achievable and fun than it's ever been.

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