Threads of Troy
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Caroline is modeling a bib-front dress from a soon-to-be-released pattern by Thimbles and Acorns. As a project consultant working with the pattern development, I made this dress which showcases the wonderful design talents of Shari Fuller of Thimbles and Acorns.
The Bib-Front dress, also known as the Apron-Front, High Stomacher, Placket-Front, and Drop-Front dress, was one of the most popular styles of the Early Regency Period. Its simplicity, versatility, and built in support made it an ideal choice for both day dresses and evening gowns. Its popularity waned after 1813, but it remained in use until the end of the Regency Period in 1820.
This dress is made from 100% quilter's cotton and is totally lined (bodice, sleeves, and skirt). Please note that the fabric used for this dress is all that I had and will not be repeated. I have used my own artistic interpretation of the pattern by adding delicate cotton lace accents and shortening the dress length to be more of a traveling dress than an evening gown. The bodice is secured underneath the ruched bib with a tab and snap closure. The bib has self-fabric loops which fasten over handmade Chinese knotted buttons, made popular by French military uniform influences. A self-fabric cording runs through the skirt front and ties in the back with a bow. This dress pattern has a unique keyhole design element in the sleeves. The gentle gathering fits beautifully underneath Caroline's Spencer jacket (not included, but sold through the American Girl company). The bodice lining elements have been hand stitched closed for a beautiful finish.
DSCN0452
Caroline is modeling a bib-front dress from a soon-to-be-released pattern by Thimbles and Acorns. As a project consultant working with the pattern development, I made this dress which showcases the wonderful design talents of Shari Fuller of Thimbles and Acorns.
The Bib-Front dress, also known as the Apron-Front, High Stomacher, Placket-Front, and Drop-Front dress, was one of the most popular styles of the Early Regency Period. Its simplicity, versatility, and built in support made it an ideal choice for both day dresses and evening gowns. Its popularity waned after 1813, but it remained in use until the end of the Regency Period in 1820.
This dress is made from 100% quilter's cotton and is totally lined (bodice, sleeves, and skirt). Please note that the fabric used for this dress is all that I had and will not be repeated. I have used my own artistic interpretation of the pattern by adding delicate cotton lace accents and shortening the dress length to be more of a traveling dress than an evening gown. The bodice is secured underneath the ruched bib with a tab and snap closure. The bib has self-fabric loops which fasten over handmade Chinese knotted buttons, made popular by French military uniform influences. A self-fabric cording runs through the skirt front and ties in the back with a bow. This dress pattern has a unique keyhole design element in the sleeves. The gentle gathering fits beautifully underneath Caroline's Spencer jacket (not included, but sold through the American Girl company). The bodice lining elements have been hand stitched closed for a beautiful finish.