Regency Collection (3 digital patterns)

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This pattern collection brings together my three Regency-inspired digital designs in one package - three for the price of two!

Transitional

This is a 5-panel (plus cups and shoulder straps) late eighteenth century Regency stays PDF pattern in large sizes UK6- 26 this relates to an under-bust of 27-39.3''. Approx. cup range A-E. This mid-diaphragm design is from the early part of the Regency period (approximately 1790) and is loosely based on a V&A exhibit - they are known as ‘transitional’ stays as they bridge the gap between the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries when there was a notable shift in fashion aesthetic (stays became shorter when the Empire line became fashionable). Seam allowances are included on this pattern. Bust sizes are not stated as the cups are gathered to size. Note that very large bust sizes may not get sufficient support from this design. The key measurement to take when referring to the size chart is your under-bust - ensure a horizontal tape is snug at the point where your bra band comfortably sits.

Note – no lacing gap is factored into this pattern. If you would prefer your corset to have a lacing gap at the back, make one size smaller - each size has a difference of 1.2''. This slight difference will not affect the strap position markedly.

The corset length measures 19cm at the centre front and 22cm at the back.

Short bodice

This is a lightweight 3-panel (plus gusset cups and shoulder straps) per side (or 5 in total if cutting the centre front as one piece) early nineteenth century Regency stays/bodice PDF pattern in sizes under-bust 25-38.5''/64-98cm cup sizes A-E - 11 sizes. Seam allowances are not included on this pattern. Note that large bust sizes will not get sufficient support from this design and gussets have been sized to a maximum of an E cup which is 6'' larger than the stated under-bust. The key measurement to take when referring to the size chart is your under-bust - ensure a horizontal tape is snug at the point where your bra band comfortably sits. Although referred to as stays the design makes an excellent alternative to a bra - instead of ties at the strap, why not use a covered piece of elastic for comfort at the shoulder? The design is lightly boned at the CF and CB and has a corded panel at the mid section although this can be substituted for synthetic whalebone (or light steel spirals). As was fashionable during this era, the silhouette is of a push-up bust effect -if you do not like this 'shelf-effect' this pattern isn't for you!

This design is a derivative of the Transitional stays pattern (1790's) that was developed based on the V&A's extant example. The difference is that there is no skirt (tabs), it is shorter and there are bust gussets rather that a cup drawn in to size. There is also an expandable front modesty panel that the transitional stays does not have. It is geared more towards the Regency 'proper' period of 1811-20 when stays were at their shortest.

Note – no lacing gap is factored into this pattern. If you would prefer your corset to have a lacing gap at the back, make one size smaller - each size has a difference of 1.2''. This slight difference will not affect the strap position markedly.

Lydia - 1830's corded (late Regency)

This is a 6-panel (plus 4 bust and 2 (or 4) hip gussets and 2 straps) late Regency-inspired corded corset pattern. It has a gentle curve as was fashionable in the Regency period (1795-1837). Sizes (UK) 8 -24 (US 4 - 20). This is not a beginner level pattern - intermediate to advanced skills an advantage.

Note – no lacing gap is factored into this pattern however an alternative line is given to use if a 2'' lacing gap is preferred.

The corset length measures either 40.5 or 44.5cm at the centre front and 48cm or 55cm at the centre back - two lengths are detailed on the pattern. See the measurements in the photo above. Pick the closet under-bust size and amend the waist and hip. Instructions are given for amending the torso length. The standard pattern given has a 14cm vertical measurement between the waist and under-bust (plus a 10cm example size UK 12/ US 8 for illustration purposes). The gussets need to sit at the correct position (normal bra band) and therefore an element of adjustment/ toile testing will be required in most cases.

The cording layout is shown for panel 1 and 6 with panel 1 being laid out 'mirrored' for printing - this is so the entire centre front can be placed on the fabric for tracing allowing for perfect symmetry (so flipping the pattern over at the CF to trace will not be necessary). The mid panel 4 cording is marked after assembly to ensure the cording flows seamlessly from panel 1 to 4 across the seams, so boning channels are not marked on this panel (nor on the corded waist section of panel 6).

These patterns are drafted in AutoCAD and are available as an instant download - you will need to print out on size letter (A) or A4 paper, making sure 'actual size' and 'centre the print' is ticked in your print dialogue box. INCLUDES A 25 PAGE DOCUMENT OF CORSET CONSTRUCTION NOTES!

It is recommended that you make a toile once you have tweaked the pattern for size – at this stage you can slice and spread or nip and tuck, and lengthen/shorten if need be, and transfer these amendments to your pattern to ensure a perfect fitting corset. This is quite a long design so the bones may need to be cut short of the bottom to allow for ease of sitting.

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