Piping is a fantastic way to add a little extra flair to your historical gowns, as well as added durability.  It is very easy to make your own.  All you will need is bias tape, cording, pins, and a zipper foot for your machine.

Step 1:  Assemble all the needed materials.

Step 2:  Pin the cording into the bias tape by folding the tape in half and pinning right next to the cording.

Step 3:  Sew right against the cording, taking out the pins as you go.

And that is all you have to do to make quick, easy piping!  Good luck and happy piping!