Day Dresses for the 1830s

Day Dresses for the 1830s
Friday, November 13th  - Sunday afternoon, November 15th
Registration opens Wednesday, July 29th at 12:30 pm

Step into the elegance and creativity of ladies' fashions in the 1830s in this hands-on workshop. Together, we’ll explore the decade’s dramatic sleeve shapes, varied bodice styles, and the subtle changes that defined early, mid-, and late-1830s fashion. Participants will choose a period within the decade and begin creating a day gown inspired by its distinctive style. 

This  2 ½ day  workshop, led by Brooke Welborn, will include:

  • An examination of extant late 1820s - early 1840s day gowns and images of them from this period that chart the evolution of styles.

  • Demonstration of drafting sleeve patterns based on period methods.

  • Demonstration of all stitching & construction techniques needed to hand stitch and finish the garment.

  • Participants working with a partner to fit their garment. 

By the end of the workshop, participants will have their gown well under construction, and will have the knowledge to complete it on their own. Please be prepared for “homework” on both Friday and Saturday nights!

Due to time restraints, participants are required to bring with them previously cut and fit 1830s bodice lining shapes in muslin. These shapes will be used to cut the lining for the gown incorporating any adjustments to achieve the desired silhouette. The gown will then be built upon this lining. Suggestions for patterns with which to start will be included in the supplies list. 

A 19th century shift/chemise and a well-fitted 1820-40s corset are required for this class in order to properly fit your gown. 

This workshop is an INTERMEDIATE LEVEL 2. Participants are expected to have good hand sewing skills and experience in creating an article of 19th century clothing using a pattern, and have fitted that piece of clothing. Please read more about our current Workshop Levels here.

Workshop cost of $350 includes: 2 1/2 day workshop
Class size will be limited to 12 Participants

Registration opens HERE Wednesday, July 29th at 12:30 pm

*CANCELLATION POLICY

Because of the nature and enrollment limitation of our workshops, we regret that we are unable to give a full refund for a cancellation.  If you cancel 30 or more days prior to the workshop, we will refund your fee less a $50 cancellation fee. If you cancel less than 30 days prior to the workshop, we will have to charge the full amount of the workshop unless we are able to fill your slot, in that event you will be charged only the $50 cancellation fee.  In the event of the workshop being cancelled we are not responsible for any costs by the attendee for cancelled reservations.