My First Corset

Of cause, when sewing historically, though you put lots of work into the outer dress/design/intricate patterns etc. You really start with the underwear. 

It is the most important part.  

So to make it easier I bought the pattern: Butteric B4254

as the base, then fit and change bits to my liking.

I used Spiral Steel Boning. 

(for my first corset, I must say it was a bit of a challenge, 

but the end result is great and lasting!) 

...Took me ages stitching the bias tape

END RESULT

                                                                                 

Also you can see I've made some pockets and a bumb roll or false rump.

these are the undergarments for my 1700's day dresses.