Sizes 2–36 Included | Historic Underpinnings Set

Create the perfect Victorian foundation garments with this beautifully detailed Laughing Moon pattern set, featuring a corset cover, petticoat in three lengths, and a period bustle.

 RARE ARCHIVE PAPER PATTERN
This is an original printed tissue pattern (not a download) from our archive stock, held for around 25 years.
Laughing Moon discontinued printed patterns in 2021, making these increasingly rare and collectible.

*Includes the original sew-on gold “moon face” charm – now very hard to find and highly sought after*

What’s Included

Corset Cover (with or without sleeves)

• Classic Victorian undergarment with four shaping darts (front & back)
• Elegant square neckline
• Front button closure
• Option for sleeveless or sleeved version
• Designed for comfort and a smooth silhouette over a corset

Petticoat (Three Length Options)

Authentic 1870s–early 1900s design, ideal under historical skirts:

• Smooth front with no darts in yokes
• Structured shaping with seams at:
  • Side front, side, side back, centre back
• Gathered back panels for volume
• Traditional buttoned placket opening
• Three lengths:
  • Walking length (ankle)
  • Short train (approx. +6" at back)
  • Long train (approx. +12" at back)

The bustle is not designed to sit under the Laughing Moon #101 Walking Skirt.

Bustle (Wire-Free)

• Based on an 1886 design, also suitable for:
  • 1870–1876
  • 1883–1887
• Soft, stuffed construction (no wires)
• Three components:
  • Under stay
  • Support pad
  • Outer channels
• Adjustable with waistband and ties
• Can be worn as a small bustle using support pad alone
• Sizes: S, M, L, XL

Fabrics & Notions

Fabrics:

• Corset Cover & Petticoat: Cotton lawn, cambric, nainsook, percale, broadcloth, sateen
• Petticoat (alternative): Taffeta or flannel
• Bustle: Twill, sateen, or broadcloth

Notions:

• Corset Cover: Six ½" buttons (plus seam binding for sleeveless option)
• Petticoat: Four 5/8" buttons or hooks & eyes
• Bustle: ¾" vest buckle, 1½ yd grosgrain ribbon, polyester filling

Why This Pattern Stands Out

• Complete historical undergarment set in one package
• Essential for accurate Victorian silhouettes
• Suitable for costumers, reenactors, theatre, and historical dressmakers
• Flexible designs for both authentic and modern interpretations

What You Receive

• Full printed tissue paper pattern (not digital)
• Original instruction sheets
• Rare metal “moon face” charm

Archive & Collectible

These patterns are part of our original archive stock, stored for approximately 25 years. With printed versions now discontinued, this is a last-chance opportunity to own an original Laughing Moon paper pattern complete with its signature charm.