I recently decided to try something new in my historical clothing journey. Accessories is an area that I have wanted to focus on for a while...
I recently decided to try something new in my historical clothing journey. Accessories is an area that I have wanted to focus on for a while now, but I have been busy with making the basics of a wardrobe. That is a time consuming process when dressing for different periods. It has always upset me that I still do not have a fully finished mid Victorian outfit and accessories do make an outfit. I have been focusing on researching outerwear and found many photos of women wearing sontags. While I have read blogs about how many people wear these in the states, I had never seen one worn in Australia. I am not sure if this is because my group represents a more social elite or because most of our events are in summer. It seemed perfect for me, however, as it gets very cold where I live in the hills. It was also a great idea as I could knit it on the bus on my way to university. There was one problem though, I didn't know how to knit. I showed the January of 1860s Godey's Sontag pattern on Ragged Soldier to Jessie and she was kind enough to give me a basic lesson in knitting. I did have problems with working out what needles and wool to use. It turns out that UK, USA and Australia have different needle sizes. This was very frustrating for a beginner. In the end I used 4mm needle with 8 ply wool. To finish it I used two rows of single crochet (this is double crochet in the USA, so another conversion issue) and then a shell boarder to finish it. Jessie and a friend of hers also taught me how to crochet. To finish it I googled how to make dorset buttons. I did not feel that any other button would be suitable. This was a great learning project and I hope to continue developing both my new skills. Thankfully, I keep getting told I am a fast learner so it only took two weeks from start to finish. The finished sontag laid flat Front View Tied Up Back View Tied Up Close up of the Dorset Button The crocheted tie and tassel It is very comfortable and easy to wear. I am now collecting CDVs and dreaming of the next one I plan to make, so watch my knitting space... The Challenge 20# Outerwear 1860s Sontag Fabric: 100% Wool in two colours, 4 balls of tan and 2 of dark red Notions: Bone Ring for Button Pattern: Godey's Ladies Magazine and Ragged Soldier Year: 1860 How historically accurate is it? I think it should be fairly good. I tried to keep the dye choices natural based. I am not sure about the crochet shell boarder though. Hours to complete: Two weeks of bus rides First worn: 22nd September Total cost: The wool was about $35 in total
I recently decided to try something new in my historical clothing journey. Accessories is an area that I have wanted to focus on for a while now, but I have been busy with making the basics of a wardrobe. That is a time consuming process when dressing for different periods. It has always upset me that I still do not have a fully finished mid Victorian outfit and accessories do make an outfit. I have been focusing on researching outerwear and found many photos of women wearing sontags. While I have read blogs about how many people wear these in the states, I had never seen one worn in Australia. I am not sure if this is because my group represents a more social elite or because most of our events are in summer. It seemed perfect for me, however, as it gets very cold where I live in the hills. It was also a great idea as I could knit it on the bus on my way to university. There was one problem though, I didn't know how to knit. I showed the January of 1860s Godey's Sontag pattern on Ragged Soldier to Jessie and she was kind enough to give me a basic lesson in knitting. I did have problems with working out what needles and wool to use. It turns out that UK, USA and Australia have different needle sizes. This was very frustrating for a beginner. In the end I used 4mm needle with 8 ply wool. To finish it I used two rows of single crochet (this is double crochet in the USA, so another conversion issue) and then a shell boarder to finish it. Jessie and a friend of hers also taught me how to crochet. To finish it I googled how to make dorset buttons. I did not feel that any other button would be suitable. This was a great learning project and I hope to continue developing both my new skills. Thankfully, I keep getting told I am a fast learner so it only took two weeks from start to finish. The finished sontag laid flat Front View Tied Up Back View Tied Up Close up of the Dorset Button The crocheted tie and tassel It is very comfortable and easy to wear. I am now collecting CDVs and dreaming of the next one I plan to make, so watch my knitting space... The Challenge 20# Outerwear 1860s Sontag Fabric: 100% Wool in two colours, 4 balls of tan and 2 of dark red Notions: Bone Ring for Button Pattern: Godey's Ladies Magazine and Ragged Soldier Year: 1860 How historically accurate is it? I think it should be fairly good. I tried to keep the dye choices natural based. I am not sure about the crochet shell boarder though. Hours to complete: Two weeks of bus rides First worn: 22nd September Total cost: The wool was about $35 in total
Knitted Rigolette, or Winter Headdress. Godey's Lady's Book, Feb. 1860. via Flickr user Clotho98
I recently decided to try something new in my historical clothing journey. Accessories is an area that I have wanted to focus on for a while...
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Vol. 108, no. 643 (Jan. 1884) incorrectly numbered no. 642
In the front of the number we give a very beautiful pattern, in colors, for a Crocheted Sontag, Shawl Pattern. Materials *-3 o...
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Pair of fingerless mittens, cream machine knitted silk, made in England, 1840-1850
Misses Crinoline (Hoopskirt) and Petticoat: Pattern is for skirts only, tops are not included. Petticoat fastens with hooks and eyes. Crinoline incorporates hooping. Designer: Fashion Historian Martha McCain. Pattern printed by Simplicity Patterns in 2001, and is in factory folds. This is an original sewing pattern with all of the original pattern pieces and instructions. This is not a PDF or copy. Size 14 - 16 - 18 - 20 Bust 36 to 42 Waist 28 to 34 Hip 38 to 44 For great Renaissance, Edwardian, Cosplay costumes and more, look here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/CloesCloset?section_id=22523842 For more sewing patterns from the 2000s, including Out of Print: https://www.etsy.com/shop/CloesCloset?section_id=18788233
CDV late 1860s.
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