Queen of Hearts 2

 UPDATE ON THE QUEEN OF HEARTS:

She has been through several changes since the last post.  She still needs new panniers.  But I have put her away for a bit.  Even with the changes, she is difficult to wear.  But what else should I expect from a villain?  

Getting in and out this bodice was nightmare fuel.  So I needed something new.  I made a new stomacher in a heart shape and some of the roses I made for the skirt.  I thought I would pin it to the stays and all would be well...no.  After several tries and failures and a few tantrums, my sister-in-law suggested grommets and lacing.  Perfect! I choose a wide ribbon to fill in any gaps and ended out loving the end product.

Onto the collar.  This started out with a stand-up collar made of foam and printed cards.  It was hard to attach and after a few wears started to break down.  I made a simpler one from fabric that would hold up better and be easier to get on.  Then, it needed bling!

 

Here are some before and after photos.  Looking back at photos, I wish it stood up more but I did reenforce it all I could.  I didn't love it before the bling but I did after.  Here is the final version.