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Four Velours

3/3/2015

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I've chosen four fabric combinations for four Italian Renaissance costumes, and am wanting to get started. Only problem is, my neck arthritis has really flared up the past few days, so my hands and feet are in a lot of pain. Yesterday I couldn't do anything. So here's hoping today is better.
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I've chosen four fancy velours and cut out the overskirts. Next step is to rework the bodice and sleeve patterns and cut those out. These ensembles will also include a petticoat and pantaloons. Women in those days didn't wear underwear, but I make pantaloons anyways, just so the doll's resin bottom is protected from the doll stand. I think most people will gladly sacrifice 'historical accuracy' to keep their doll's butts from getting scratched.
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Laura J. Underwood
3/3/2015 01:52:08 am

Yep... Scratched Resin Butts are no fun.

Beautiful fabrics, btw. I think I am going to have to start haunting the local rescue mission store looking for velvets and velours...

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Muriel
3/3/2015 03:53:09 am

I look forward to seeing this finished project.
I like very much the clothes of the Italian revival.
I possess one for one of my bjd.
Your choice for fabrics(tissues) promises beautiful clothes.
I think of you for your health problems and hope you for a fast restoring :)
Sorry for my english...

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Jane
3/3/2015 06:24:53 am

I love the colour and texture here.....delicious!
Good luck with the pain management so you can still get done what you want to get done xxx

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Sharon
3/3/2015 09:54:48 pm

Martha,
What size doll will you be making these beautiful dresses for??

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Martha
3/3/2015 10:13:01 pm

I'm making them to fit my Elfdoll Ryung, so they'll fit any SD with similar measurements.

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Brigitte
3/4/2015 03:39:49 am

I love the colors, especially the dark red / pink with blue.

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Melissa
3/4/2015 06:06:20 am

That dark red velour is stunning!

Hope you're feeling better today. :)

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