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1859 Double Skirt by Truly Victorian
This skirt design was very popular in the late 1850's, and is seen in most fashion
magazines during this period. Just as the name implies, it has an underskirt with a
flounce, and a top skirt. The skirt base can be made of lining fabric to economize, or of
dress fabric. The wide lower flounce gives lots of fullness at the hem (a total of
225"), to fit over any size hoop. The most common style of trimming shown for this
skirt is on the lower edge of the upper skirt. The lower flounce was usually left plain.
Stripes, fringe, lace, ruffles, and puffings were all used.
This is a heavy paper pattern with 4 pieces. The sewing instructions seem easy to
follow, and are lightly illustrated. There is also a page of suggestions for various
trims.
This is a "one size fits all" pattern. The skirt can be pleated or gathered
to any waist measurement.
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