Making a Shirtwaist

Today I tackle the shirt that will be worn with my 1890's cycling costume! It's a simple little project and a staple in any ladies wardrobe (well, if you lived in the early 1900s it was). Blog post with more information, book/pattern recommendations, and inspiration photos: https://doxiequeen1.wordpress.com/2016/06/10/making-a-shirtwaist-1890s-cycling-costume-part-three/ For this project I used: Two yards of cotton non stretch shirting. Purchased from Dianas fabric in NYC. Shell buttons from etsy. Snaps/interfacing/cotton sateen from Jo-anns. ... Making the Jacket Part One: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GtpZd1QUheo Making the Jacket Part Two: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pTi7xfWS4lk ... Also since someone always points it out - sewing over pins is bad! It’s a nasty habit I have and one I don’t work too hard to kick since it makes sewing so much faster. Personally i’ve only broken one or two needles that way in the entire time i’ve been sewing, so that isn’t a major concern of mine. But it isn’t something I would recommend doing! ... If you are interested in seeing more of my work or contacting me, I'll leave links to my various sites below! Tumblr: http://doxiequeen1.tumblr.com/ FAQ: http://doxiequeen1.tumblr.com/FAQ Blog: https://doxiequeen1.wordpress.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angelacostumery Portfolio: http://angelaclayton.crevado.com/ Email: AngelaCostumery@gmail.com [serious inquires only please!] ... If you enjoyed this you can c