This gown was inspired by styles worn in Spain and America during the Civil War.

The gown is made of a dark red heavy silk type fabric with a contrasting black embossed center panel. The top of the sleeves are sewn out of the same fabric as the center, but the lower halves of the sleeves are a sheer chiffon style fabric.

On the front of the bodice there is an overlay of a lace style design that has been sewn on to give the dress texture and detail. Hand embroidery was done down the front along the edge of the black panel.

The back of the gown has been bustled to achieve the silhouette that was beginning to become popular in the late 1860’s. I loved doing this style because it was new to me….I hadn’t done a bustle before so I thought I’d give it a try.

The gown is worn with a large crinoline and black corset...sorry no pictures yet.

I found most of my inspiration for this gown from the costumes in the Zorro movies and other historical styles.

Here is a picture of me and my cousins wearing our Civil War gowns....                                       

Posted by melarooski at 13:12

It's gorgeous!!! You did a fantastic job and I love the embroidery! All three of y'all's dresses are just beautiful! How difficult is it to make just a simple Civil War era dress? That has been one of my goals in sewing ever since I found out other girls my age were doing it, so I'm just curious. My younger sisters are actually going to beat me to the punch. I'm investing in a retro dress at the moment!

Thanks for leaving me a comment! Have a peachy keen day!

-Melanie

Posted by Princessleia12 at 14:26

That is so pretty... Are you making any Narnia outfits?

Princessleia12

Posted by SuperAngel at 15:59

home and see the pics, but I am sure its glorious!!
How are you?? I read about your Mr. Collins experience!!
WHAT A NIGHTMARE!! LOL!!
That was funny. Although I am sure it wasn't!!
Love,
Amanda

Posted by KateGirl13 at 19:30

That is gorgous!!!!! Its beautiful!!!!!! That and the Rivendell gown are my favorites that you have made. Wow!
Kate
(ElvishMaiden14)

Posted by BookLover at 19:42

All the dresses are beautiful!

Posted by vintagegirl at 09:09

That is so pretty! You did such a good job. The hand embroidery is my favorite part! You make me want to go and get into sewing again. :)

God Bless,
Emily Rose ----"---@

Posted by Eyebright at 12:44

Your dress is beautiful!

I wanted to let you know that I have awarded you the Nice Matters Award. You can get it from my blog.

Posted by cherryblossom at 14:50

OH WOW!!!!!!!!! Beautiful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Amazing!!!!!!! Gorgeous!!!!!!!!! Incredible!!!!!!!!!! Ok I could gone on forever. You get my point. Amazing work. Just amazing. :)

Love
Julia

Posted by hannahnut at 22:13

BEAUTIFUL! So Pretty. So how can I order dresses? I would love for you to make me some. And my mom would too. So how do I do this. Can you message me the information? I think I can find out a way to do it. Can I ask you to make like something I would like or does it have to be something you've already made?

Posted by drewsfamilytx at 23:53

Stunning!

Posted by Lyric at 00:08

Oh, my goodness, that is lovely!

How much do you charge for a dress like that?

Posted by rellamom at 00:30

Hi!thanks for the comment!

You can add us if you like.We're glad you enjoy our blog!:-)

I see that you enjoy sewing.I do too.We sew all of our dresses.Just last year I learned how to start sewing my own.

Have a blessed week!
~Kate

Posted by sharla88 at 11:24

LOL you are unbeliveable you have such an amazing gift and you use it so well. Thankyou we had a very nice visit and i beged her to go see her dress that you made her and it was simply beautiful. of course you may use it!!!! You can use anything off my blog. I love that shirt I love Audrey Hepburn as well she is one of my favorite actresses. It was so great hearing from you!!
GB~
sharla~

Posted by baruch117 at 13:55

My friend, aliveagain13 is hosting the contest. Here is her blog: http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/aliveagain13/.

It's a picture contest, the rules are on her blog. Cya.

Matt/Eragon

Posted by SuperAngel at 16:34

Wish I could see the dresses... I will have to go home and see them!!
RYC:
I totally don't think it would have been fun to have a Mr. Collins experience. But it was funny to read.
That is great that this is your last year too. I pmed you about something I want to know if you are interested in.
Mom hasn't decided what science we are doing. I have actually never *really* done science, so we will probably just go through whatever books we have. We are so bad, huh??
What are you doing??
Oh, you got another costume order!! HOORAY!! and a Will Turner one at that. Cool!!
I am doing good. Yeah I totally agree with this, "Busy with getting read for school? I know I am... ,but I love being homeschooled so I don't mind :)"
That is how it is with me!!
As Always...
Love,
SuperAngel Amanda

Posted by Jocelyndixon at 16:47

I am sure it's lovely but the library (I am at) doesn't allow your pictures! AH! I will open your page when we get home and look at them... I can't wait!

I also need to reply to your email.. such a funny sotry, you know! ; )

I wish you could have come over to my house, and seen the animals and visited there! That would have been so much fun! You one of my best friends, Amanda.

I can't wait for all of your other costumes to be sewn and posted! You do such a lovely job! ANd have fun shopping!

Love,
Jocelyn

Posted by TheLordsDaughter at 20:59

That dress is beautiful!!! I love it!You are so talented!

Your Sister in Christ,
Rebekah ~ The Lord's Daughter

Posted by mandygrace at 15:12

Hello Brielle,

Wow, that dress is so beautiful! I don't think I'll ever become a good enough seamstress to make a dress like that. You definitely have talent.

Thank you for the comment about my dog. :-)
Blessings,
Mandy

Posted by kittyqueen at 11:50

Wow, Brielle, That is so beautiful!!!! I love the embroidery! I can't wati to see what comes out next!!! I read Rose's post too, the Civil War renactment sounds really cool!!!
Luv,
Kitty

Posted by lotrsavvy at 15:57

I can't believe how beautiful that gown is!!!!!!!!!!!!! *gazes longingly at the beautiful dress* w.o.w. You are so talented... wow... I LOVE it! I want it!!! LOL Ok, ok, I'll stop gushing. hehe

Do you take out of country orders?

Jennifer

Posted by lotrsavvy at 14:13

Hi Brielle,

You're welcome. :) It looked finished to me, what had you not finished yet?

Roses gown was really pretty, too. Did she sew it herself?

I'll add more pronunciation posts as the story goes on, because there will be more names that people may have trouble with. lol

Jennifer

Posted by Mariel at 21:05

That is just BEAUTIFUL! As usual. :+) You are SO pretty, and you look lovely in that gown--as do your cousins!

Warrmly,

~Mariel~


P.S. I love the name Brielle--and it suits you so well!

Posted by Mariel at 21:07

....Mr. Collins story????

Warmly,

Mariel

Posted by Mariel at 21:08

....Mr. Collins story????

Warmly,

Mariel

Posted by HomeschoolSeniors at 23:25

Thanks for coming by. Glad you think its a good idea. I am sure you will be great at telling others what you are doing for your senior year of homeschool. That is why I added you!!

Love,
Amanda

Posted by Ebell1993 at 17:18

That dress is so pretty! You are really great!

Love, Elizabeth

Posted by Moonflower at 20:38

Hello Brielle ,I love the pics of You and your cousins.

Posted by Rose at 22:32

Hello Brielle,
I'll tell you all about everything as soon as I get to your house tonight...
I've missed you too. =()=
Love you,
Rose

Posted by Jocelyndixon at 23:15

What a lovely dress, dear Brielle! You did a fantastic job on it. It's so pretty! I love it!

And Rose's was so pretty too (I did get the pictures to load!).

Your comment was so sweet. Thank you! love hearing from you!

Love you!
Jocelyn

Posted by 15Proverbs1 at 19:50

Brirlle,

Very beautiful gown. :)

My sister Rebekah and I are hoping to make Civil War every day dress' very soon.

I hope you have a lovely evening

In Christ, Bethany

"A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger." Proverbs 15:1

Posted by SuperAngel at 22:27

Beautiful!! Those are really pretty. Makes me want to get one.
RYC:
I really did want to go to Smallville. But I thank you for your prayers for something bigger!!
I know about summer flying. I can't believe that its Sept already. *mouth drops*.
I am looking forward to school too. I like doing text books, so I can't wait to open some up!!
Oh glad I am not bad for not doing science. ; ) I hope I understand what we will be learning tho. I am going to read through our Apologia Biology and General Science books. I already too geometry, so I am just finishing algebra and starting accounting. So it will be fun!1
Glad you got all those costume orders, but sorry you had to turn some down. They are missing out on some great craftsmanship!!
I can't wait to see Will's costume. I hope you can get your brother to model it. That would be really helpful, huh??
I am having a good day, hope you are too!!
It is so fun getting to know you more too, and especially since I met you. It's different blogging with people you have met in person and those you haven't!!
"I am glad to have met you, Amanda Brielle, no matter what happens!!"
Love,
Amanda

Posted by Rose at 00:16

Hello Amanda,
I noticed you were on and I thought I would say hi. .....HI!!!!!!!! I'm trying to post...I might not finish it until tomorrow or Friday, but we will see.
Love you,
Rose

Posted by Narniagirl at 14:46

That dress is absolutely beautiful! The red fabric compliments the black very well, and I love the bustle. I can't believe you actually made that! How long did it take you? You did a wonderful job on it.

Kylie



Edited by Narniagirl on Sep. 15, 2007 at 1:48 PM