Table of Contents

Introduction and acknowledgements -- 'The bodyes maker' -- Sewing stitches -- Embroidery stitches -- How to use this book -- THE PATTERNS -- Velvet gown, 1610-20 -- Striped linen jacket, 1605-20 -- Embroidered linen jacket, 1590-1630 -- Satin bodice, 1660-70 -- Silk stays, 1660-80 -- Ivory stay busk, 1590-1610 or 1660-80 -- Wooden stay busk, 1675 -- Linen supporter, 1595-1615 -- Satin picadil, 1600-15, Linen band, 1630-50 -- Darted linen band, 1655-65 -- Linen stomacher, 1610-20 -- Purse, pincushion and knife case, 1600-25 -- Beaver hat, 1590-1670 -- Velvet chopines, 1600-20 -- Embroidered slipper, 1660-75 -- Kid shoe, 1660-80 -- BIBLIOGRAPHY

About the Author

Susan North is a curator in the V&A Fashion, Textiles and Furniture Department. Jenny Tiramani devised and produced patterns for the book with Melanie Braun, Luca Costigliolo, Armelle Lucas, and Claire Thornton. They are all founding members of the School of Historical Dress and worked together in the wardrobe department of Shakespeare's Globe Theatre between 1999 and 2005.