The 1886 Victorian sewing book Hecklinger's Ladies' Garments - A Text Book How to Cut Up and Make Ladies' Garments by Chas Hecklinger is a gem of a book.
This is the first Victorian sewing book that I have printed out the entire text because it has so much useful
historical detail.
The section on draping
skirts is worthy alone, and while the actual selection of bodice patterns are few, there
are finished drawings to show styles, as well as pages and pages on possible trims.
From
pattern to construction to finishing, this text covers a lot more
than many of its contemporary publications. I rate this book 5
out 5 stars.
Hecklinger's Ladies' Garments is free to download through the Internet Archive HERE
