Working on a Clementine -
I'm working with Minky fabric here:
https://www.spoonflower.com/fabric/6008767-clementine-textured-square-by-lnx
-- Not sure it's the technically correct fabric type but I loved the color the best of the swatches I got and having some texture seemed better than none. Will report back on how sewing goes. I got 4 yards but honestly finally having cut it out yesterday could easily have done with 3. I am a fairly small size and I did take in some of the measurements on my pattern but could probably still save some yardage.
Working with two patterns, so far one top one bottom:
Simplicity Pattern 2851 - The saloon girl. I find that all the resulting costumes look cheap - I think it's the top, I did the pattern once and it looks awful and extends far on the shoulders rather than inward. The bustle seems quite good but should need to be a little short as there are bloomers underneath anyway.
Simplicity Pattern 1425R5 - modified a good bit, but a much better fit for me. Leveraged the top pattern on the Saloon girl to get the arms better, extra cuts in the back panels, cut down the front, added back ruffle.
Gloves: Etsy shop that has the spot on gloves:
https://www.etsy.com/transaction/1255016813 (may need to request a custom order but she's expressed interest in being a supplier for the fandom so it's a good thing)
Tights: https://www.sockdreams.com/pointelle-scrunch-top-knee-socks.html--> also here because they were out of stock
https://www.artisansocks.com/sexy-stockings-sexy-socks/knit-otk-thigh-high-socks-black-1418.asp
I think they were just leg avenue brand afterall and I was surprised. Need a little mod on top is all.
The black scroll gimp trim is a pain to find - here's the two options I liked best:
http://www.sewbizfabrics.com/Braids9.shtml
https://www.etsy.com/listing/277258...earch_query=gimp trim black&ref=sr_gallery_13
Collar lace I'm still torn on, no start on earrings yet and as far as I can tell we only see her boots at all one time when they're dead on the floor. I may go for a comfort option