cap goodness

[jennylafleur]

May I present… a cap! I still have a few threads to clip and some washable pencil marks to wash out but it’s done. *throws confetti*

I’ve discovered that cap making is fun and the variations are practically endless. I was very impressed with the Kannik’s Korner pattern and would highly recommend it for it’s good instructions, documentation and a cute product.

All of the above didn’t stop me from changing the pattern and re-writing the directions of course. *wink* I used cap A’s pieces for the non-spilt variation, but pleated the ruffle instead of gathering it. I took me a few tries to get the pleats right but I think the effort was worth it.

The pattern also instructs the cap to be assembled completely by hand. I ended up doing most everything by machine, which worked out fine. The machining did require going slow because of the super narrow seams and fine fabric, but I was able to do it without much hassle. Most of the seams I finished with zig-zagging, except the ruffle’s edge which I did (by hand) with a narrow hem. I did try a rolled hem there at first but it looked so bad I ripped it out and started over. Rolled hems are not my thing!

The fabric is a fine cotton voile, courtesy of G Streets bargain table. :> I starched it with a generous amount of spray sizing so it would be easier to work with. Cotton voile likes to shift around and the sizing made it much more cooperative and stable. The pattern called for narrow tape for the back ties but as I didn’t have any in the house I just used cotton embroidery floss. I braided three full strands of it together, knotted the ends and stuck it in the casing. So far it seems to work just fine.

Comments

[elegant-musings.livejournal.com]

Very cute!! I love how it sits farther back on the head; I'm definately going to have to try that pattern. Any chance of bringing it with you when you come visit?? *looks hopeful*

[jennylafleur.livejournal.com]

Yeah, I could bring the cap forward but I prefer it back on my head quite a bit. It opens the face more I think. Looking at portraits (especially in the 1770s and 1780s), this seems to be period correct as well.

I was planning on bringing the cap. I never miss a chance to showoff, ummm... I mean share. :> Any other requests?

I'm also happy to report that Bridget, a disgusting little wench that unlike her sister can wear any style of hat and look adorable, looks horrible in my cap. *glee* I'm way too happy about it actually. It's probably to do with her hair style at the moment though. With long pinned-back hair she'd most likely look better, per usual! *smile*

[elegant-musings.livejournal.com]

Oh goody!! :D Can't think of anything else I'd like you to bring... I'm not going to make you lug the whole gown up here. ;) lol. I'll just have to come visit to see that one!

*laughs at paragraph about B* You're too funny...