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1865 Elliptical Cage Crinoline
The Elliptical cage crinoline was the
main support foundation for the later- and
post-Civil War period of 1863-1868. Called
a "cage" because of the cage-like appearance
created by the hoop wires and vertical
support tapes, this type of crinoline offers
maximum support capabilities for a perfect
shape, combined with flexibility for
comfortable wear. Our Elliptical shape is
narrow over the hips, close to the body in
front, and dramatically expanded to the rear;
the most popular shape for 1865-1866
skirts.
Our crinoline is 126" in
circumference at the hem, 36" in length to
hem level, and has 12 hoop wires to support
the weight of heavy skirts. The
self-supporting, elliptical shape is
maintained by strategically placed vertical supports, as well as ties on the inside of the 4 top
hoops. A "bag" at the hem keeps the wearer from stepping through the hoops.
This pattern is one size fits most, up to 52" hip, and can be easily adjusted to size by
letting out or taking up the tie strings inside.
Fabric: 45"/60" , 1¾ yards. Use broadcloth, muslin, calico, etc.
Bone Casing: 14¼ yards. Use ¾" wide bone casing or other tubular casing.
Grosgrain Ribbon: 7 ¾ yards. Use 7/8" wide ribbon.
Hoop Wire: 28 ½ yards (three 12 yard rolls). Use 1/2" wide, plastic coated hoop wire.
Belting: 1½ yards. Use ¾" wide, thin webbed belting.
Tie strings: 4 yards. Use narrow ribbon, laces, etc.
Notions: one buckle, ¾" wide, must fit belting and hold firm. Eight (8) ½" U-tips to cover ends
of hoop wire
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