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.
