Separating Busk

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This project presents a cost-effective alternative for crafting corsets in theatrical costume shops. Initially unveiled at the 2019 SETC conference, it has undergone extensive research and testing to ensure optimal load and usability. Currently, test busks have withstood 60 hours of stress testing and have been successfully integrated into constructed corsets that can withstand normal wear and tear. Hand washing has been conducted, while machine washing is still being tested. The current STL version is five, featuring reinforcements on the tabs and posts. This project represents a collaborative research effort between faculty members from two universities: Rob Berls and Casey Watkins from UNC Asheville, and Kristin Grieneisen from Appalachian State University. As innovations are developed, improvements will be uploaded to this item. A sample of boning is included with this project. Resources used in the research and construction of this project include: The 3D Printing Handbook: Technologies, Design and Applications by Redwood, Schoffer, and Garrett Stays and Corsets: Historical Patterns Translated for the Modern Body by Mandy Barrington Patterns of Fashion 5: The Content, Cut, Construction & Context of Bodies, Stays, Hoops & Rumps c 1895-1795 By Janet Arnold, Tiramani, Costigliolo, Passot, Lucas & Pietsch Underwear: Fashion in Detail by Eleri Lynn The Basics of Corset Building: A Handbook For Beginners by Linda Sparks