For a personal 18th century project I need three petticoats. The first is the under-petticoat which is worn beneath all other layers except the shift. I used instructions from The American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Dressmaking. I will be making another petticoat to wear over my false rump, which will then be topped with the final, visible, silk petticoat.

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