Tuesday, January 1, 2008

Introducing an 1867 Walking Gown

I am now taking custom orders on antique doll gowns. You may contact me a mfischer@illicom.net if you are interested.


This is an example of an 1867 style walking gown, done on a 19 inch, Hertwig china head doll. The gown is constrcted in two pieces, just like the authentic period gowns it is pattered after: including a basque and a trained bustle skirt. I used authentic antique trims and laces in it's construction