Why do I hoard vintage buttons? For moments like this. #selwyntop #sparklesunbeams #justkeepsewing

Selwyn Top ready for review! Lowered the apex by 1/2", lengthened by 1-1/2", sews together easy peasy! Size 20 G/h, with pearl snaps instead of buttons. Next time I'll use a more relaxed fabric so the ruffles aren't quite so pronounced 🤣 #sparklesunbeams

Powering through some vandyke points for my bustle dress #sewingjourney #victoriansewing #sparklesunbeams

Getting close! she still needs binding, bones, grommets and laces but home stretch! #sparklesunbeams #justkeepsewing #corsetmaking #corsets #1890s

Bones are going in! So close to done #sparklesunbeams #corsetmaking #justkeepsewing

Repairing a Victorian corset, send ✨✨✨✨✨✨, as this is my first go at replacing a corset panel. #sparklesunbeams #corset #victorianundergarments #justkeepsewing

You didn't think I was going to make it in plain white did you? 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 #sparklesunbeams

How many ruffles will it take? 12 yards and counting . . . #sparklesunbeams #justkeepsewing #victorianfashion #sewingjourney