The Edwardian Modiste 85 Authentic patterns with instructions, fashion plates and period sewing techniques. Embroidery, beading, quilting, applique, tatting etc. Historically accurate patterns adapted to fit modern-day woman's figure. A Visual History Shep Hundreds of illustrations from advertisements and catalogues - 19th and 20th centuries. This book includes scaled patterns for each coostume as well as step by step instruction and working drawings.
Patterns are historically accurate.
This beautiful book, reprinted directly from a rare and valuable 19th century edition, presents page after page of authentic European fashions from the late Renaissance throught the 18th century, superbly rendered in full color.