Foundations Revealed

Discussing some of the most fundamental stitch types in corset flossing, and using them to recreate designs from the Symington sampler.

Taking a design from the Symington sampler, Andrea breaks down the elements and shows how to create it step by step.

Step by step to creating simple and complex flossing designs: different threads to use, the right needles, basic stitches and making your own decorative, yet functional, flossing designs.

This corset uses machine corded fabric instead of bones to stiffen the panels into an impressively curvaceous shape. It also has a sturdy spoon shaped busk. Here's how to make it.