Laughing Moon 103: 1890's Waist (Blouse)

Gay '90's - Turn-of-the-Century - Late Victorian - Belle Époque.

Large, clear illustrations with simplified directions. No corseting required. Intermediate Skill Level.

Could be worn with Laughing Moon #101, 1890's 5 Gore Skirt in Three Lengths.

1890's Waist (Blouse/Top) has a fitted foundation over which four different choices of outside design can be applied. The five different sleeves are all interchangeable.

View A has a gathered center front and back waist, two-piece mutton leg sleeves, high collar and the waist is straight all around.

View B has a draped right front, a slightly ruffled collar and a lower neckline. The bodice is pointed at the waist front and back, and has a short puffed sleeve. The remaining Views use either View A or B bodice but change sleeves, drapes, or omit the collar.

View C omits the wrap and the mutton leg piece of the sleeve.

View E is like View D with the addition of ruffled sleeve epaulettes.

View F is like View C but uses a petal sleeve. Instructions for boning and embellishing the waist are included. Period sewing methods are shown.

Sizes 4-26 are all included in the Envelope.

Price: $14.00

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