18th Century Robe a la Francaise Sacque Gown - Sneak Peek - The American Duchess Guide

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Lauren and Abby give a behind-the-scenes look with bits and bobs about creating the gorgeous c. 1768 sacque gown (Robe a la Francaise) and all the 18th century costuming accessories for "The American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Dressmaking."
Originally LIVE on Facebook - October 27, 2017.
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@A.JJennings 6 лет назад

I'm so excited. I love both of you so much. Im a 17 year old historical costumer and I hope I will have half of your talent someday!

@AmericanDuchess1 6 лет назад

Thank you!

@brianaschmidt3509 3 года назад

I like how close she sounds when giggling but you turn the camera around and she's yards away. Also I got your book as a birthday present and I'm still in love with it

@Elemiriel 6 лет назад

Abby's blouse is gorgeous!

@PoisonTheOgres 6 лет назад

I'm working on a robe a la francaise, for the Dutch Elfia fantasy fair in April. It was honestly so much easier to make than I expected! I've never even made a jacket or any other historical clothing, and it was totally doable. Might have been even easier to make with your pattern, but I guess that's a bit too late now ;)

@mintyrose6686 4 года назад

The 30’s bob looks so cute on you two! It suits y’all.

@AmericanDuchess1 4 года назад

thank you!

@Saltymongoose 6 лет назад

Yay more patterns!!!! I love your patterns and cannot wait to get the book! Oh, and your shoes. You guys are just the best at everything. ❤️

@AmericanDuchess1 6 лет назад

Thank you!

@winterdavis4919 4 года назад

Hi there! My birthday was a few days ago! I was so excited to get this book and sacque gown pattern! I cannot wait to get started working on this dress!

@AmericanDuchess1 4 года назад

Happy birthday!

@roxannlegg750 2 года назад

Thanks - i learned a lot!

@elizabethhatfield2115 5 лет назад

what brand of disappearing ink pen do you use? I've been using chalk and soap to mark my patterns out, but have been looking at getting a disappearing ink pen; I'm just not sure which brand works the best. Thank you.

@ashleydawn7952 4 года назад

This is the simplicity 8578 pattern, correct? I just purchased that one so I'm excited to give it a whirl :)

@Kalisayswhat 4 года назад

How did it go? I'm thinking of making it myself!

@ashleydawn7952 4 года назад

@@Kalisayswhat I still haven't made it. I have a dozen projects on the back burner 😂

@TheMusicGrace 4 года назад

I bought the book (18th century dressmaking ) and i have received !!!!!

@AmericanDuchess1 4 года назад

wonderful! hope you like it!

@davriecaro3036 4 года назад

Was this dress worn for every day wear, not just for Balls . If so would middle class and working women wore this when it was still fashionable and can it be made of printed cotton and wool?

@AmericanDuchess1 4 года назад

yep, it was everyday wear. You got it - sacques of printed cotton , wool, and linen were worn by all classes.

@volleyballsweethart 7 месяцев назад

Would a comperes front or a stomacher be better for wearing during pregnancy?

@Ashley-gw7jb 6 лет назад

How does cane compare to standard plastic boning when using it in pocket hoops? Is cane stronger?

@AmericanDuchess1 6 лет назад

Case is stronger and lighter. It's easily shaped and easy to cut. The plastic boning does work for smaller hoops and items - just be sure to get the really big, 1/2" wide zip ties and double them in the channels if necessary.

@fancierthangreen 5 лет назад

I'm currently suffering from flimsy panier. They're just not holding up my dress. I've used zip ties but they're for sure not strong enough. Should I bother had more or switch straight to cane?

@farnorthweaver7793 5 лет назад

Excellent! Great Video, Ladies! Thank You!

@CuteSeamus 2 года назад

how much yardage do you need for a robe a la francaise?

@AmericanDuchess1 2 года назад

For a matching gown and pettticoat I recommend at least 10 yards

@CuteSeamus 2 года назад

@@AmericanDuchess1 thank you...plus more for ruffles, bows, and such... at least i know approximately ow much to keep in mind while looking at fabrics... thank you again... hugs from dallas...

@joniibryant6462 6 лет назад

Is Abby's blouse from a pattern? It's really pretty! Love the button detailing across the shoulder. Will be picking up the book and the new pattern to add to my collection. 😊

@supermariosvamp12 6 лет назад

i'm also curious about the blouse!

@Elemiriel 6 лет назад

Me too!

@joniibryant6462 6 лет назад

Katherine Hamar I would make one for myself in a heartbeat. It's really a pretty blouse. The color and sheen are just gorgeous.

@missclarksartclass8929 3 года назад

Ok so I don’t know exactly what you mean by “Cane” I’m assuming it’s the sort of thing you’d use for basket weaving? Is there a more specific term I should google? I’m starting up my sacque under stuff! I got both patterns and I’m so excited! This video was very helpful!

@AmericanDuchess1 3 года назад

yep, like the stuff used for basket weaving. More commonly referred to as reed, but in the 18th c. they were two different things. Here's our source - corsetmaking.com/costume-reed.html

@cheesypoofpoofs7700 2 года назад

May I ask, roughly how many yards of fabric did you use to create this dress?

@AmericanDuchess1 2 года назад

10 yards at least

@TalaAnaan 6 лет назад

Abby - how do you do your hair?? It's GORGEOUS!

@AmericanDuchess1 6 лет назад

foam roller wet set :-)

@candacekelly566 2 года назад

Do you wear a chemise with sleeves or sleeveless because the arms look snug.

@AmericanDuchess1 2 года назад

a chemise with sleeves, yes, but they can't be too full if the gown sleeves are tight

@savannahbrewer6161 4 года назад

are there any non-fancy gowns in the book? or any clothes for working-women?

@AmericanDuchess1 4 года назад

Yup, the first chapter is an English gown in wool - working woman's dress.

@savannahbrewer6161 4 года назад

@@AmericanDuchess1 will you be doing any from the latter half of the century in the future?

@meldragonborn8976 2 года назад

"Abby is ironing" Abby giggles

@teej8164 4 года назад

Hi, I have just purchased your book and Simplicity pattern 8578, which will be my first foray into historical costume making. I am looking forward to it! Just a quick question about scalloped pinking shears. Is there a preferred size for the scallop on the blade? I seem to be able to get the scallop in a three sizes - 3mm, 5mm or 7mm (not sure what that would be in inches - sorry!).

@AmericanDuchess1 4 года назад

Hi! The size of the pinking scallop is up to you - all of them will work and look great. In the 18th century the pinking irons also came in many different sizes, so there isn't one correct size. Just make sure they're specifically for cutting fabric and not just paper (I learned this one the hard way)

@teej8164 4 года назад

@@AmericanDuchess1 Great! Thanks so much for your helpful advice!!

@emilyw2962 4 года назад

How do you guys go about preventing fraying with so many trims with raw edges? I was planning on making this with tafetta but it frays like no tomorrow. Does silk taffeta not fray like other tafettas?

@AmericanDuchess1 4 года назад

That's right, good quality silk taffeta is very tightly woven and doesn't fray much or at all when pinked. Other silks indeed will.

@davriecaro3036 4 года назад

Is it possible to alter your Simplicity Pattern from a Robe à la Français to a Pet-En Lair?

@AmericanDuchess1 4 года назад

Yep, you just cut off the skirt of the gown to the length you want. :-)

@flikkeringlightz7472 4 года назад

Abby looks like Disneys snowhite 💕

@AmericanDuchess1 4 года назад

she does!

@tonyachabot1904 9 месяцев назад

Can you make me a very big dress that will fit my body bcuz I am a plus size woman.

@evehallows8084 6 лет назад

When is the pattern out?

@AmericanDuchess1 6 лет назад

They should be out some time in December

@AmericanDuchess1 6 лет назад

In December 2017

@julzgulz1992 4 года назад

Abby- You are very passionate and energetic, but I think you should consider how often you interrupt your friend. I found it hard to get through this because of how often you talked over her and interjected into what she was saying. You can see her frustration and giving up at some points. It’s not pleasant to watch. Please try to let her finish before you interject. I wanted to hear her speak.

@AmericanDuchess1 4 года назад

thank you for the feedback