regency stays are weird...

[robinsnest]

I got my stays to the point of trying them on and I have to say it's...an odd look. Yeah my boobs are flying northward so I'm guessing that's all good. But it feels like it pushes my stomach pooch forward instead of backwards. and they wrinkle like the devil due to the lack of solid boning. I know all wrinkles are period but it's weird.

I just need to make the straps about 6" longer (apparently going over my boobs takes more inches than I took into account) and then bind them and they're done.

Good thing too cause if I don't start this dress ASAP I'll be making someone else sew in the car (or drive and I sew). 

Comments

[blackcat452.livejournal.com]

Don't worry, my stays are hideous. And thankfully regency dresses are quick.

[sewloud.livejournal.com]

I borrowed your drunken monkey to sew on my binding. I'll booze him up and return him tomorrow :-p

[mandie-rw.livejournal.com]

See? We told you the bust gussets were big enough! ;)

And I think you sewing and driving at the same time is a great idea!...oh, wait, I'll be in that car. Never mind. I volunteer to sew hems or whatnot, since I should be done my dress soon - well in advance of any car sewing! Since there are no SPENCERS or HATS involved in this one...

[sewloud.livejournal.com]

hmm yeah I suppose they were :-p

[brickhousewench.livejournal.com]

That empire waistline should disguise any naughty stomach pooches.

Can't wait to see pictures! (Of the stays or the completed outfit, your choice! No pressure. ;-) )

[sewloud.livejournal.com]

I'll put the stays on Polly for a picture tomorrow when there's daylight