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Faire Garb => Sewing => Topic started by: Sir Michael Geare on September 09, 2012, 09:42:53 PM

Title: Pumpkin Pants
Post by: Sir Michael Geare on September 09, 2012, 09:42:53 PM
Sorry, I don't remember what the actual pants are called.  I was wondering, what is the best material to stuff them with so as not to loose the fluff.

Title: Re: Pumpkin Pants
Post by: DonaCatalina on September 10, 2012, 04:58:01 AM
No stuffing stays 'poofy' forever. But I like to use bridal tulle. It's pretty stiff in volume and does not weight the pants down.
Title: Re: Pumpkin Pants
Post by: Lady Kathleen of Olmsted on September 10, 2012, 08:17:23 AM
  Pumpkin Pants or Slops with Panes as they are called.

Bridal Toule or Netting, makes a good light stuffing.  as Dona Catalina says.
Title: Re: Pumpkin Pants
Post by: Ser Niall on September 10, 2012, 08:24:47 AM
I'm currently making some slops myself.   They sell this stuff at Joann's called millinery netting, it's just a lightweight mesh.  It's cheaper than the bridal tulle, I think I paid $1.49 a yard for it.  I don't know how it will hold up over the long run, but I that's what I stuffed mine with and they look good so far.
Title: Re: Pumpkin Pants
Post by: Sir Michael Geare on September 12, 2012, 10:51:40 PM
Thanks for the suggestions. I know it is not going to stay puffy forever.  I was looking more for the non-flatness after sitting.  I will give the suggestions a try.