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Fashions of the Gilded Age, Volume 2: Evening, Bridal, Sports, Outerwear, Accessories, and Dressmaking 1877-1882 Paperback – September 1, 2004

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  • Paperback: 2 pages
  • Publisher: Lavolta Press (September 1, 2004)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0963651765
  • ISBN-13: 978-0963651761
  • Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 1.2 x 10.9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 2.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
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5.0 out of 5 starsWow! Continued
By Historic Seamstress on September 28, 2004
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I just reviewed Volume 1, where I said the book contains a huge selection of patterns. Volume 2 focuses on patterns for evening dresses, bridal wear, sports wear, and outer wear. The chapters on accessories and trimmings contain some needlework patterns, embroidery and so on. I figure if I don't do the handwork I'll still have learned a lot about buying appropriate materials.

I bought both volumes, but they are organized so you can use them separately. Both contain the instructions for using the book and the special rulers that allow you to draft patterns to fit you. They also both have a big glossary, a bibliography, and two indexes.

Volume 2 has something really special though--a dressmaking manual. The book says it was rewritten from numerous rare original sources that are listed in the bibliography. But it's been rewritten so it doesn't read that way; you can't tell where any source begins or ends. That makes the manual a lot easier to use. And it's so long it could have been published as a book by itself. I'm glad to have it, because I've never been able to find a comprehensive sewing manual for this period. It even has corset-making instructions (the corset patterns are in Volume 1).

Both volumes are very well edited and produced. This is not a cheap printing job.

Anyone who does Old West reenactment or Victorian teas would love these books!
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5.0 out of 5 starsYea! More pattern books!
By Kelly Cochran Davis on February 28, 2006
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Frances Grimble shares her meticulous vision with us once again. A great two book series full of facinating information and patterns galore. I cannot wait to clothe many a pretty lady using them. Not for the faint of heart. The patterns are period correct and I would advise an advanced skill level, or a great deal of patience. Always do a mock up. Remember these are patterns of the age. So start at the skin and work your way out to a glorious new costume.

Enjoy.
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5.0 out of 5 starsBrilliant!
By Ronin on May 22, 2011
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This entire series from Frances Grimble is the most astounding amount of compiled research we've ever seen! A valuable resource for costumers, re-enactors, history aficionados, or anyone wanting a comprehensive look at these fashions and the culture surrounding them.I purchased the entire set for my wife (costumer, historian...) and we were completely impressed with both the quality of the content as well as the layout and organization of the series.

Absolutely recommended...worth every penny!
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4.0 out of 5 starsI suggest purchasing Volume 1 first.
By B. R. on August 21, 2015
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This book is a great source of historic patterns. However, I purchased Volume 2 first because I was looking for evening gown designs, but then realized that Volume 1 actually has more dress patterns, and some of the basics needed to go with the patterns in Volume 2. So now I own both volumes! Someone may have mentioned that in an earlier review but I must of missed it. It is ok because both volumes are fun to look through and read the fashion descriptions from the 1800s.Have not made a dress from it yet, but am reading and planning for my first one. Will see how it goes!
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5.0 out of 5 starsEdutaining!
By Mandy L. Hendrix on March 21, 2009
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This book (series, really) is awesome! I am intermediate in my sewing abilities, and found it very easy to decipher and use. I am making a wedding dress from a mix of patterns found in these books. Very period-accurate, nice fashion plates, well written, clearly explained. You could not ask for more. I recommend that you make your first attempt or few from cheap/recycled material, until you are comfortable with how pieces of this time are made, as it is far more complicated than most of today's simplified and streamlined patterns. Be prepared to put in some hours on a good piece. If you are just want to educate yourself on fashion's of the Victorian era, this is a great series for you!
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