The Banyan

Added Jan 30, 2011

by katexxxxxx

Sittingbourne, U...

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Description

A ‘Dressing Gown’ for the 18th C.

The pattern for this was based on a diagram from a book, with idead from Banyans in the V&A, The Museum of London and others. It has magyar sleeves with a deep cuff added to lengthen them. The front band is cut in several pieces and there are gores up the sides. This is an authentic period method for using up and not wasting expensive fabrics and geeting the widest flare possible. I have a small bit keft that might just be large enough for a reticule! Or a gentleman’s bed cap.

The closures are metal cloak clasps.

Material Notes

Silk and metallic threads brocade with a polycotton sheeting lining.

Categories

For
Unisex
Garment Type
Other
Style
Casual, Other
Material
Cotton, Polyester, Silk

2 Comments

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    Jan 31, 2011, 01.54 PMby almatinka

    It looks amazing!!! The fabric is gorgeous and I love the technique using all or most of the material!!!

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      Jan 31, 2011, 02.34 PMby katexxxxxx

      It’s a very economical cut, that’s for sure! And thank you. I have to say I’m loving it!

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      Jan 31, 2011, 03.10 PMby almatinka

      You are most welcome!!! I hope you keep enjoying it for a very long time! It certainly is very pretty!

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    Jan 30, 2011, 02.15 PMby sewingqueen-1

    Oh, this is lovely!

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