Help with Half-Slip date and lining

[laurenm]

Hi Everyone,
I'm assuming this is 1950s but am a bit confused about the lining. In has been roughly cut out but the remaining inch feels like plastic....were crinoline layers ever made from plastic?
Thanks,
Lauren

 

[Ranch Queen Vintage]

It was likely a stiff acetate, tiered and gathered like the outer layer of lace to create a fuller crinoline effect. The previous owner probably cut it out to wear under a less full skirt.

 

[sewingmachinegirl]

Sounds like Acetate Taffeta ( Paper Taffeta) to me, it has a plastic feel and stiffness to it, so is excellent fabric choice for holding out the hem of a full petticoat. It sadly has been rather badly cut but the original owner hasn't it!

 

[laurenm]

Yep, and I can't remove it without taking out that whole seam and I am not SewingMachingGirl!! Far from it. I'm going to trim it as evenly as possible. It's actually a bit sharp on the edge.

 

[Ranch Queen Vintage]

Yep, and I can't remove it without taking out that whole seam and I am not SewingMachingGirl!! Far from it. I'm going to trim it as evenly as possible. It's actually a bit sharp on the edge.

I think that's a wise choice. It's still very attractive and wearable without that inner layer.

 

[sewingmachinegirl]

Yep, and I can't remove it without taking out that whole seam and I am not SewingMachingGirl!! Far from it. I'm going to trim it as evenly as possible. It's actually a bit sharp on the edge.

Sounds like a great plan! It is a lovely slip ;)