u/Leading_Caramel_805

I just posted earlier today here but forgot to snip the tabs in my enthusiasm for feedback so:

• tabs cut
• it was loose in the bust and waist so I did a quick alt of taking in the side seams (3/4” on the double at the bust and tapered to high hip) just to get a better sense

my original post has a lot more info!

its already feeling better! there’s a lot of bulk at the side seams right now so more finessing is required! The neckline issues has also improved. I’m inclined it could be dropped just a hair more?

thanks in advance for any and all feedback 💘

General notes:

• Size Large with no alts from pattern
• the fabric is a cotton upholstery fabric that is a seersucker on the tan lines so some of the puckering is from that. i thrifted 18yds of it for 5$ so it’s my go to first mockup fabric I’ll move into canvas for future mockups when I get closer to a final
• bottom channels are stitched shut, tops open in case I needed to adjust
• i used three layers of heavy duty Pelon interfacing for the stomach area
• the fabric has a little bit more stretch on the warp and bias than canvas so side front panels have some slight channel weirdness

Initial Alt thoughts:

• I’m inclined to take in the side seams, a little at the waist and little bit more at the bust. The bust feels like I could lace up a little tighter
• shorten straps and adjust for curve of my shoulders
• id love to tighten/flatten the center front stomach area, so im thinking of taking in the front side pieces but not sure if that will resolve that issue.

Anyway this was a fun first go! Def a few learning curves, mistakes, and few spots messy sewing but I’d love feedback and tips!

I’m wondering for doing future mockups can I get away just doing one layer and twill tape boning channels or will it affect the structure?

Also to save time is useful to slice this one down the center front and just work on patterning one side?

Thank you and sorry if this is too many questions and information!

I’m finally making plans to make my very own corset! I’m a long time theatre costume person so I’ve worked with them but never gotten to make one!

I’m hoping to make Red Threaded’s 1860’s or 1750’s pattern for my first go! I’m looking for advice on which sizing I should start with first? My BxWxH is 39x33.5x41 but my underbust is 30 which is a pretty big jump down. I feel like for the 1750’s it’s probably best to go with my what best fits everything but my underbust since it’s more of a conical shape. For the 1860’s the look is very different and I’m afraid I’m going to have to some issues in the mockup fit stage and I’d love some general advice before plowing ahead!