So it's been a busy 30 days, I have taught at the Renaissance Symposium 1 weekend, had a guild meeting and baby shower another weekend, and this weekend I was finally able to get some sewing done.

I reconstructed the IRCC skirt, took out 1 yard of fabric, worked on a mock up for  the bodice

then I added light weight boning to the bodice, I plan on wearing a corset under the gown, so I did not heavily bone the top.

After boning and fitting I sewed the pieces together.

You can see the side lacing here,

I thought this dress had lacing further back but as you can see it is under the arm.




Now to add trim, in the placing process.

Well, thats my update for now.

IRCC gown update

I was able get some work done on the gown this weekend, worked on the skirt on Saturday, it took all day, pleating and repleating, Today I worked on sleeves, trim, trim, trim, not done yet but happy with them so far

This weeks update: I have a business license!!!!! It was a longer than normal process as I had to get a Special Use Permit, issued by the county planning department. I had to get all the state paperwork completed and then submit my application, then had to wait for the monthly planning meeting, After being approved by the board there was a 10 waiting period, the had to wait for everything to be recorded the pay for the license. It came in yesterdays mail!!! I can now hold classes at my sewing shop, so if anyone is looking for group lessons on how to sew costumes let me know.

This is the gown I am basing my IRCC dress from.

Hi everyone, well I'm one step away from getting my business license, should have it competed by Tuesday April 24th.
In other news I signed up for a sewing competetion,
http://realmofvenus.renaissanceitaly.net/challenges/IRCC2012/IRCC-II-2012.htm

I was not able to start last weekend as I was at the San Jose Fantasy Faire. So I was able to finally get to the workshop today and get started on the IRCC gown. I started by cutting out the sleeves and bodice, then I started on the skirt.I have cut the skirt and lining and am in the process of adding the padding for pleats.

Coming soon!!!!!

I have started a blog, I am just learning so please be patient.


Welcome to my Blog, I am a creator of historical costumes. I have been costuming for 25 years and have decided to share my knowledge. I have created clothing for my friends and family, but most of all I have created for myself. I started with the Renaissance era, and have added Civil War, Victorian, and Steampunk to some of my favorites.


I will be offering classes and lectures soon, in my home or yours, small groups to large. Lectures on how to create your own custom costumes, tips and tricks on turning thrift store finds into Halloween outfits your friends will want to know where you got them.

If you are  interested in more information please contact me here.