Eliza Schuyler Build Diary
When I made my Eliza Schuyler (Hamilton) costume in 2020, I did a lot of videos on tiktok following the process. I’ve compiled them all into a youtube playlist embedded below.
I built this in December 2020 and kept up with my process through a video series on tiktok. If you’d like to skip around the playlist above, here’s a guide:
Part 1: Background and fabric
Part 2: Dye Test
Part 3: Curtain Surgery, Chemise and Petticoat
Part 4: Bumroll
Part 5: Dyeing the Fabric
Part 6: Modifying the JP Ryan Pattern for the Bodice
Part 7: Bodice Mock-up
Part 8: Bodice Base Layer Assembly
Part 9: Bodice Outer Layer
Part 10: Skirt & Eyelets
Part 11: Petticoat and my old stays
Part 12: Sleeves and lace trim
Part 13: Finishings
Part 14: Try On
If you want to read more about the construction and see more progress photos, here is my portfolio page.
Please note that none of these costumes are for sale! This is my personal portfolio.