will be interesting to see this patterns too.
i manage to get 2 books about victorian fashion, but many others can be very useful for designing and making victorian costumes.

Patterns of Fashion vol. 2 c. 1860–1940
by Janet Arnold
One of three volumes of Patterns of Fashions written and illustrated by Janet Arnold that together form an indispensable core collection for any costume designer, for theatre film or reenactments. did not use it yet but looking forward to it.

this book with a gorgeous photos i am using for the ideas and how its need to be done :)

hello Regina, do you have any photos of your sewing?
larisa

Hello Regina, So nice to meet you. My name is Arub. I am the wner of Arub Designs located in Michigan and Vermont.. (notw thatis a whole nother story) :).. Please feel free to write anytime. It gets pretty hectic at times but I always enjoy talking a break and visiting the Sew-Whats-New group of sewing friends. Have a great holiday. Arub

Hi Regina,
There are tons of places that I can recommend. Most people would suggest Parrons on 40th and 8th. I suggest it too, but I would also say, don't stray from the lower street shops. I work on 35th street, between 7th & 8th, and there is at LEAST 2 fabric stores that I constantly shop that have way cheaper fabric then even Parrons. I would say wear flats, carry a rolling suitcase, start at 40th & 8th, walk down, and then walk right back on up! There's lots to be had. By the time you leave you will be tired, and your bags full! Set a budget! Any other specefic questions, just let me know!