Personal "Cutting Shapes to the Figure" Service - the Period Mantua-Maker's Draping Method
** APPOINTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO TRAVEL & CONTACT RESTRICTIONS IN BOTH YOUR LOCAL AREA AND MY LOCAL AREA.**
* * * Do you struggle to get commercial patterns for 18th century gowns and jackets to fit you properly? * * *
Using the methods of 18th century mantua makers, I will drape and cut a set of fabric pieces called “shapes” that fit you precisely, that can be used as the basis (similar to a pattern) for making an 18th century outer garment such as a gown or fitted jacket. This method is exactly the right foundation for the lining of such a garment especially if you are following the order of operations and using period construction techniques used in the period – such as published in the American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Dressmaking and documented in Patterns of Fashion by Janet Arnold.
For a demonstration of how this is done, please see this video on my YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/WPPKFshOGvk
With such a set of shapes cut for you, there is no need for a conventional pattern nor indeed in most cases any need to make a mock-up before cutting your good fabric for your gown.
Included in this service will be full advice on how to use the shapes I have cut for you, as a basic pattern, and how to perfect the fit during the process of making your gown.
This shop price covers my time, skills and expertise in providing the service. Any travel expenses will be additional and charged at cost – a quote will be given in advance.
Please note:
1. This is a personal service that can only be done in person, by appointment.
2. This bespoke service can only be carried out with you wearing a well-fitting shift and set of period stays. If you do not have these —
* Shifts can be made-to-order (limited availability) - please see this listing in my shop: https://www.timesmith.co.uk/shop/p/made-to-order-18th-century-up-to-1780-ladies-shift
* I offer a separate pattern drafting service for stays (which is a very different process than cutting on the body – it was a separate skill and trade in the period). I only accept up to 3 bespoke staymaking commissions each year – please enquire if you are interested in either or both of those services. In any case, you must have stays before shapes can be cut for you for gownmaking.
If – after having shapes cut for you – you then wish to commission me to make you a gown using these shapes, I will apply the cost of this service towards the total quote for making your gown.
** APPOINTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO TRAVEL & CONTACT RESTRICTIONS IN BOTH YOUR LOCAL AREA AND MY LOCAL AREA.**
* * * Do you struggle to get commercial patterns for 18th century gowns and jackets to fit you properly? * * *
Using the methods of 18th century mantua makers, I will drape and cut a set of fabric pieces called “shapes” that fit you precisely, that can be used as the basis (similar to a pattern) for making an 18th century outer garment such as a gown or fitted jacket. This method is exactly the right foundation for the lining of such a garment especially if you are following the order of operations and using period construction techniques used in the period – such as published in the American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Dressmaking and documented in Patterns of Fashion by Janet Arnold.
For a demonstration of how this is done, please see this video on my YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/WPPKFshOGvk
With such a set of shapes cut for you, there is no need for a conventional pattern nor indeed in most cases any need to make a mock-up before cutting your good fabric for your gown.
Included in this service will be full advice on how to use the shapes I have cut for you, as a basic pattern, and how to perfect the fit during the process of making your gown.
This shop price covers my time, skills and expertise in providing the service. Any travel expenses will be additional and charged at cost – a quote will be given in advance.
Please note:
1. This is a personal service that can only be done in person, by appointment.
2. This bespoke service can only be carried out with you wearing a well-fitting shift and set of period stays. If you do not have these —
* Shifts can be made-to-order (limited availability) - please see this listing in my shop: https://www.timesmith.co.uk/shop/p/made-to-order-18th-century-up-to-1780-ladies-shift
* I offer a separate pattern drafting service for stays (which is a very different process than cutting on the body – it was a separate skill and trade in the period). I only accept up to 3 bespoke staymaking commissions each year – please enquire if you are interested in either or both of those services. In any case, you must have stays before shapes can be cut for you for gownmaking.
If – after having shapes cut for you – you then wish to commission me to make you a gown using these shapes, I will apply the cost of this service towards the total quote for making your gown.
** APPOINTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO TRAVEL & CONTACT RESTRICTIONS IN BOTH YOUR LOCAL AREA AND MY LOCAL AREA.**
* * * Do you struggle to get commercial patterns for 18th century gowns and jackets to fit you properly? * * *
Using the methods of 18th century mantua makers, I will drape and cut a set of fabric pieces called “shapes” that fit you precisely, that can be used as the basis (similar to a pattern) for making an 18th century outer garment such as a gown or fitted jacket. This method is exactly the right foundation for the lining of such a garment especially if you are following the order of operations and using period construction techniques used in the period – such as published in the American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Dressmaking and documented in Patterns of Fashion by Janet Arnold.
For a demonstration of how this is done, please see this video on my YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/WPPKFshOGvk
With such a set of shapes cut for you, there is no need for a conventional pattern nor indeed in most cases any need to make a mock-up before cutting your good fabric for your gown.
Included in this service will be full advice on how to use the shapes I have cut for you, as a basic pattern, and how to perfect the fit during the process of making your gown.
This shop price covers my time, skills and expertise in providing the service. Any travel expenses will be additional and charged at cost – a quote will be given in advance.
Please note:
1. This is a personal service that can only be done in person, by appointment.
2. This bespoke service can only be carried out with you wearing a well-fitting shift and set of period stays. If you do not have these —
* Shifts can be made-to-order (limited availability) - please see this listing in my shop: https://www.timesmith.co.uk/shop/p/made-to-order-18th-century-up-to-1780-ladies-shift
* I offer a separate pattern drafting service for stays (which is a very different process than cutting on the body – it was a separate skill and trade in the period). I only accept up to 3 bespoke staymaking commissions each year – please enquire if you are interested in either or both of those services. In any case, you must have stays before shapes can be cut for you for gownmaking.
If – after having shapes cut for you – you then wish to commission me to make you a gown using these shapes, I will apply the cost of this service towards the total quote for making your gown.