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My take on corsets did a full 180 after sewing for a period play
I always thought corsets were just for historical dramas. Helping with a theater project showed me how they improve garment shape and support. This led me to try new materials like flexible boning. Now those ideas help in designing comfortable, structured everyday clothes.
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susanr667mo ago
My theater costume days totally changed how I sew now. I had to reinforce a bunch of flannel shirts for a show and used corset techniques on the inside seams. It kept them from stretching out weirdly on stage. That trick is now my go-to for making loose linen shirts actually hold their shape without being stiff.
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blake_cooper7mo ago
Did you see that thing about using suit tricks in everyday clothes? I heard some tailors put stiff bits in linen to stop it going limp. Your method seems smarter, though.
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logan_lee887mo ago
Used to think you had to choose between shape and comfort. Seeing how Susan's corset trick works on flannel made me try it with a linen overshirt last week. The side seams are way stronger now but it still moves like a regular shirt. Totally changed how I'll handle lightweight fabrics from now on.
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