The nightgown for my Princess and the Pea diorama is done! But what a journey it has been. For the first time, I truly understand just how much work handmade miniatures take, which is why I’m sharing the behind-the-scenes steps that went into making this miniature garment. Switching from a chemise to a shift put... Continue Reading →
Miniature Nightgown: Takes 3 Through 5
Mock-ups are supposed to help you refine your pattern, whether you are modifying an existing one or designing something from scratch. I thought I knew how to improve my miniature nightgown pattern which is based on a Renaissance chemise but with each change I made, things just got worse. To fix my “happy arms” problem,... Continue Reading →
