Truly Victorian Sewing Pattern - 1875 Ball Gown Basque Bodice;

TV416 - 1875 Ball Gown Basque Bodice. Multisized 30-50" Bust. This bodice fits just off the shoulder for evening wear. It has an extended waist, pleated basque, and a point in front. The closure is in the center front, with either buttons or hooks and eyes. The ball gown sleeve is a small pouf. This style is particularly suited to 1870 - 1876, but can be used for other periods as well. Heavy decorations at the neckline will give an elegant look to the bodice. All our bodices are drafted based on a tailoring method actually used in the 1870's. Each size is hand drawn, not scaled, with all of the bodice seams true to the era. This bodice is designed to fit snugly over a corset, and a bustle. Sizing and Yardage Information: Multisized 30-50" Bust 45"/60" wide fabric All Sizes Fabric 1 1/2 to 2 yards Lining 1 1/2 to 2 yards Interlining 1 1/2 yards Yardages given are with nap, and are approximate only. For Interlining, use a mediium/heavy firmly woven fabric like twill or denim. Notions: Ten " Bones; Buttons or hooks and eyes for closure; twill tape; tie strings. Western, Victorian, SASS Living History.