> I am making lace for doll's underwear and am currently working on a bodice to
> go with her drawers.  I have been told that this article of clothing is a
> spencer. Is this correct? I tried Wilipedia but there is no reference.

I have a few American needlework magazines from this era. They often show a 
sleeveless garment, usually just below waist-length with a drawstring at the 
waist, which they call a corset cover. These are made of cotton but are trimmed 
with lace, especially at the neck or yoke.

Adele
North Vancouver, BC
(west coast of Canada)

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