temporary construction term brain fog! inner waistband?

[Hattysattic]

for 2 days i have tried to remember what you call this. it is something i have known for years and when i tried to write a description the other day i found out that my brain had decided to boot out that particular piece of knowledge (to make room for useless information i would imagine).

the grosgrain type heavy ribbon waistband with hook and eye to fasten on the INTERIOR of a garment. what is the actual name for this? i hope you know what i mean!

thank you!!

 

[Patentleathershoes]

Oh goodness...i know what you mean but you are passing your brain fog onto me....

 

[Hattysattic]

maybe there is no definite term and i am imagining i used to know it? i just really feel like 'i knew that'!

 

[Leisa]

Hang on - I'll see if I can find it in the Vogue Sewing Book.

brb
leisa

 

[Leisa]

Here we go - it's called a "Waist Stay."
(yes, I feel dumb)

pg.365 <U>The Vogue Sewing Book</U> c.1970

"<B>Inside Waist Stay</B>: This stay is suggested for stretchy fabrics, sheath or princess styles, or when a skirt is heavier than a bodice."

It goes on to give the instructions on how to do it & there's a pic if you need it, Harriet.

:D
leisa

 

[pastperfect2]

Waist stays are typcally made of a grosgrain type ribbon called petersham.
Does that help?

Hollis

 

[Hattysattic]

of course it is.... thank you so much leisa! i can't tell you how much that has been bothering me. and yes hollis - 'petersham' is another great big hole in my memory now filled!!

what a wonderful thing the vfg is for forgetful folks like me!!
:bisou:

 

[Leisa]

hey - I'm just glad I was smart enough to keep this book. LOL

I almost didn't...

leisa