(This blog post has been updated from its original posting date in November 2019.) This week the FTC announced new internet guidelines that will effect both digital users and publishers alike. Youtubers in particular are now having to rethink the…
We are just ONE MONTH away from our authentic Victorian Era British tea and I though it might be nice to chat a little more about our venue! The American Legion Hall in South Pittsburg, Tennessee was built in the…
These two mid 19th century yoked front dresses were made for a museum in Arkansas for their children’s hands on exhibit. This style of dress was popular from about 1840 through the 1860s and was prominent in the American South.…
These 1830s-1840s era dresses were designed for a museum in Arkansas for their children’s interpretive center. These dresses open all the way down the back for ease of getting on and off and have small snaps on the bodice to…
We recently completed an extensive children’s clothing order for a museum in Arkansas. These garments are for their children’s interpretive centers and span the 1830s through the 1850s. Here are two examples of the petticoats we made for this commission.…
I recently completed a second WWI Era US Motor Corps Uniform for a private client in Texas. This uniform is made from 100% olive green drab wool and is lined in cotton. The buttons are reproductions as is the Sam…
It’s April’s Fool’s Day! In honor of this silly day, I decided to conduct an “interview” and give honest answers to honest questions! Warning: you might find out more than you want to know! So here goes! Q: Why do…
Let’s face it. After being in the creative business for over 25 years, I’ve seen it all. Nothing really surprises me anymore. Recently, I saw a conversation on a social media network geared toward historic costume professionals who design, create,…