Posted in Musings
A great big thank you to Natalie Garbett at Historical Clothing and Uniforms for the Liebster Blog Award! I came across Natalie’s blog a few years back and always look forward to reading her posts about the world of historical…
Posted in Extant garments, Fashion History, Reproduction Fabrics, Research
This past weekend, I visited the local used bookstore. I always cruise through the fashion section to see if they have any books on historical clothing or textiles. This particular bookstore used to have a section dedicated exclusively to historical…
Posted in 1870s, 1880s, 1890s, Children's Fashions, Commissions
Wow! What a wonderul year this has been thus far! We’ve been busy sewing! sewing! sewing! and to date have completed over 125 garments just in the past three months! As a result, I have been a little behind on…
Posted in Costume Design, Fashion History, Opportunities
I recently responded to an inquiry from a college graduate who is interested in pursuing a career in historic costume and fashion history. She asked me several great questions about careers in historical costume. I thought I would share our…
Posted in WWI
We recently made two of our WWI era nurse’s gowns with accessories for museums in Queensland and Canada! Red cross gown made for a museum in Queensland �� WWI era nurse’s uniform with removable sleeves for a museum in Canada.…
Posted in Opportunities
This morning I was honored to have the opportunity to meet Rebecca Eaton (Exec Producer of PBS’s Masterpiece) and hear her speak about her 25+ years as producer of the series (and specifically how Julian Fellowes’ Downton Abbey has come…
Posted in Exhibits, Symposiums, and Workshops, Opportunities
That is all I have to say about this: http://www.costumesocietyamerica.com/CSA%20Registration%20Brochure%20Online%20v2.pdf
Posted in Reproduction Fabrics
Hello my blogger friends! Here is a sneak peak of our new historical prints. Available now! Limited yardage. Contact me for available quantities. Great for 18th-19th century reproductions! Each style $9.00 per yard. 44/45″ wide.