Buy our stays pattern and let us help you make four varieties of stays to your exact size.
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for stays (corsets) circa 1740s-1790s based on extant examples.
Made to Measure pattern in your personal measurements.
Also included are assembly instructions, embellishment suggestions, and the extensive historical notes you've come to expect from Reconstructing History.
NOTE: the downloadable version of this pattern will not deliver immediately like our other downloads. Kass has to format it first. You will receive an email when your download is available.
Suggested Fabrics:
plain or twill weave linen or silk
lightweight silk or fine linen for lining
5oz. linen for interlining
Yardage Requirements:
Outer Material 1 yd at least 45″ wide
lining 1 yd at least 45″ wide
interlining 2 yds at least 45″ wide
Notions:
7mm or ¼” half oval or round reeds or ¼” corset boning
silk ribbon, cloth tape or leather for binding
corset lacing