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 A mantua maker is better known today as an upholsterer, seamstress, or dressmaker. In 1790s Philadelphia, this was one of the few businesses that women could run completely on their own. They made dresses, jackets, and gowns for customers. A mantua maker was responsible for draping, cutting, and sewing the gown. They had to know which type of fabric to use and how to cut it, as well as keeping up with the latest styles and fashion trends from London. |
