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Made By A Fabricista: Sewing a Silk Shift

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I have been wanting to make an insertion lace shift to wear under my historical clothing for a while now. When I saw this cream silk pop up on the Fabric Mart website, I knew exactly what my next project would be.

It was nice to have a fairly straightforward project for once. This is the first time in months that something hasn't gone wrong in the middle, causing some deviation from the plan. And for that I am extremely grateful.

Please excuse all my final photos being on Claire. When everything was done, the shift was a little too sheer to model myself and get a good view of all the details.

Be sure to watch the video to hear about my research and to watch me play dress up at the end with miscellaneous pieces of my historical wardrobe! 



MARTY  | @scrappypatterns

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  1. ShonieRayJanuary 19, 2026 at 12:44 PM

    What beautiful workmanship! I'm sure it's lovely on you.

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  2. AnonymousJanuary 22, 2026 at 10:31 AM

    Your blouse looks great in combination with the other historical inspiration garments.

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