Friday, September 14, 2018

Rachel's Fancy Shift

I decided to pursue the idea of a history lesson via apparel.  For this journey, #AmericanGirlDoll Rachel is going to model the facets of getting dressed in the Colonial Era. 

The first step is the shift.  I chose the Fancy Shift pattern by Thimbles and Acorns on #PixieFaire.

I chose a simple white cotton and a half inch white crochet lace.  I used the faux gusset sleeve style. 

This shift features lace at the neckline, a drawstring neckline and a tapered sleeve edged in lace. 

The pattern features a summary of the shift and its role in Colonial Era dressing. 

Interested in seeing Rachel in her Fancy Shift?  Check out SewDolledUp.blogspot.com

Interested in making your own Colonial garment from the skin up?  Check out the patterns on #PixieFaire.

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