One 1880s era sporting dress: One beautiful Fairy: With a little Mary Poppins: And a gorgeous view: Equals one great time!
Posted in 1880s, Costume Design
Posted in 1880s
Whether or not you choose to participate in the annual candy collecting holiday we here in America call Halloween, let’s face it- October is THE MONTH for costumes! With the cooler weather, fabulous fall foliage (at least around this part…
Each year I teach a spring course at the local university, but this past week I had the opportunity to be a guest speaker for a group of high school students- primarily young ladies from the ages 14-18. The topic…
Posted in 1880s, 1890s, Corsets and Underthings
First commission of the year! Here are a few images of a recently completed late 19th century corset. I spent last summer drafting this pattern. It is an over the bust, shaped- seam corset. This commissioned corset if made…