My third and final uni project is a 1770s Sack Back with compere front. Like many 18th century buttons, the ones featured are known as "Deathshead" (or deaths head). These are created by winding lengths of thread/silk/yarn around a button mould. Today i got far too into trying to conquer the art, so i didn't stop to take progress photos. I have 12 to make in total, so plenty of time for that.
Talking of buttons.. these are the ultimate for me. Handmade true-to 18th century buttons with the best button name in the world.
Please take a look at the rest of Hannah's blog - it shows all the other incredible things she does on her Costume Interpretation course, like recreating 1860s underwear and a 1770s French Sack Back (made with handprinted fabric).
