Corsets: Historic Patterns and Techniques

Having read the other reviews of this book, I was curious on which side of the fence I would find myself. The photographs are generous and some of the corsets are mouth-watering - Oh for the days of tight-lacing! - although as has been noted, the most beautiful corset in the range is not well-lit enough to show good detail. The patterns are shown clearly and with all necessary markings and the instructional text for the two projects is concise.Having recently bought Robert Doyle's, 'Waisted Efforts', I prefer this book by Jill Salen. I find it clearer to follow and more 'real-time'. There is a practicality about Ms Salen's approach that is appealing and encouraging and her research, whilst full, is never merely academic.The list of suppliers is helpful, too. If you are a beginner seamstress, you might struggle a bit with the sewing machine control needed to produce neat work, but that is resolved by practice. If you are new to corset-making, having a go at the hand-sewn project will clarify the logic behind the garment and the process.Either way, give this book a go, have a try and enjoy yourself. That's what I mean to do!

This book reveals an amazing history of corsets - how they were made, what was used to make them, and the evolution of corsets throughout the ages. It has given me, as a beginner in corset-making, a wonderful insight into corsetry. My customers have had hours of fun louring over this book to decide which corset they'd like me to make for them out of leather!

As a costume degree student I have used several examples from this book to make period undergarments to help give my costumes the correct foundation.The examples are dated and cover the changes in style over 200+ years. You get a photograph, working drawing, description and a pattern to work from, though this is scaled down and will need to be transferred to pattern paper to be able to use. This does give you the opportunity to alter the pieces to fit different sizes.A useful book for anyone interested in fashion history, but for anyone with an interest in making period examples it should be a staple reference. It was always in such high demand at the library that I ordered my own copy. I have not regretted it and know I will use it again once my course has finished.

i never come a cross with a book like this so espesific and clear to undertand.some of them can be difilcult for me but I will try to se if i can make one the easy one good good

made a 18th century duth riding corset from this! fantastic refernce book

Very interesting, having bought Janet Arnold’s patterns of fashion series, getting to know more about the foundation garments of historic clothing is a bonus.

part of my sisters Christmas present she is setting up heavenly bodice her own company and used this for design guidelines very happy

Very good and beautiful book, thanks!!!

Me lo recomendo un compañero que lo compró en Londres, y no me ha decepcionado, me encanta el vestuario histórico y hay pocos libros sobre el tema que valga la pena comprar. Este libro no es recomendable para la gente que no tengan mínimos conocimienientos de patronaje y costura. Lástima que no esté traducido al español.

super j'adore ce livre

bel libro, disegni chiari e precisi, consiglio però a dei principianti di leggere attentamente, perche preclude già qualche conoscenza sartoriale, poichè il metodo di confezione nn è descritto

Me encantó, entrega antes de tiempo

Die Schnitt sind zwar in Inch gezeichnet, doch da der Maßstab 2:1 ist, kann genauso gut in cm gearbeitet werden. Die Modelle sind jeweils kurz beschrieben und dann folgt schon der Schnitt. Einige wichtige Begriffe und Techniken werden im letzten Teil des Buches kurz erklärt und auch zwei Projekte werden schritt für schritt erklärt. Wobei diese Erklärungen generelle Näherfahrungen voraussetzen. wer nur die Schnittmuster haben möchte, braucht keine Englischkenntnisse