Sewing a Historically Accurate Hocus Pocus Costume 2- Making the Mantua Gown

Let's continue our journey in making a 1690s ensemble worthy of Winifred Sanderson! Since the 17th century is so often forgotten when it comes to fashion, we're giving it a little love. It's an era of silk trains, elegant drapery, and ruffled sleeves- all in the package of a loose and comfy robe! Our second video is all about 17th century mantua gown- the first time women in the trades took over gown making! It's an unusual type of dress that gave me quite a challenge. So let's explore how this garment would have been made (completely sewn by hand!). But first, let's take a look at the Hocus Pocus film costumes and dive into their inspirations. Mary, Sarah, and Winifred Sanderson all have their origins in fairy tales and mythology, but have a few surprises up their sleeves! They certainly aren't your typical 17th century witches. More about your "typical 17th century witch" from Abby Cox here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Da0pwR-woE&feature=emb_logo Socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silk_and_buckram/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cloche_call Patterns of Fashion: https://shop.theschoolofhistoricaldress.org.uk/product/patterns-of-fashion-5-the-content-cut-construction-and-context-of-bodies-stays-hoops-and-rumps-c-1595-1795/ Cut of Women's Clothes: https://www.amazon.com/Cut-Womens-Clothes-1600-1930/dp/0878300260 Fabrics Spotted Silk: https://www.renaissancefabrics.net/product/blackened-spice-mini-stripe-figured-silk/ Green Silk: https://www.silkbaron.com