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My current project is coming along nicely. This is only the mock-up; the fabric is not coutil and thus doesn't hold your shape. You do not want a corset that doesn't hold your shape. For a first try I'm really pleased with the current results. I do need to cut down the top - it's too large even though the rest fits.

( I am an immodest tart, but only because my shift is in the wash. Don't wear your corset like this at home, kids. )

Today was meant to be a day of refined exercise and gaming, playing croquet in Prospect Park. We were sadly rained out, but all present retreated to the Theo's and L's  apartment for booze lunch and damn good company. Now I'm lounging around in my underware (minus corset because that isn't finished). See?


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One of the things I do is find things and haphazardly remake them to suit my costumes. For croquet tomorrow the time is the early 1900s. Originally I thought I'd be able to make a proper dress for the occasion. When the date got moved up, that went out the window - but I decided I'd damn well have a proper hat.

Here she is:


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