Mantua Pictures

I was going to put the mantua on last night to take some pictures, but I decided I really didn't want to do that. I'll get good pictures at the picnic next month. I did go ahead and put it on the dummy, though, so I could get something to share out of a month's sewing.

The usual disclaimer that it fits me better than the dummy applies here. The dummy is also currently shorter than I am for reasons beyond me, which is why the petticoat is poofing out at the floor.







I also took some construction detail shots.

( Construction pictures )

Many thanks to isiswardrobe for her help and suggestions when I was planning the gown and stays.