We recently completed several garments for an upcoming short film for a production company in New York City. We altered our existing chemise pattern to create this long, flowing undergarment. The full length full sleeves have ties a the cuff.…
Posted in Commissions, Historical Sewing, WWI
After looking at several extant WWI Era uniforms, we have decided to tweak our existing WWI Era design to reflect an even more authentic replication. Included in our new design are hem tucks, a slimmer skirt and a narrower shouldered…
Posted in Commissions, WWI
Brrr! It has been bitterly cold here in the American South. The sun finally peaked out long enough for me to run out and snap these quick photos of a recently completed WWI Era VAD uniform and wool cape for…
We recently completed a custom mourning bonnet for an Etsy client. Images shown without the veil to illustrate bonnet details. For this bonnet, I used a semi sheer cotton eyelet over a straw base. It created a super light weight…
Posted in 1820s, 1830s, 1840s, 1850s, 1860s, 1870s, Children's Fashions, Commissions
This boy’s frock consists of a tunic and full trousers. Historically, frocks were worn by young boys AFTER the breeching age (or modern day potty training) and were often paired with full trousers or short knicker- style pants. This style…
Posted in 1850s, 1860s, Commissions, Reproduction Fabrics
Oh fabric. How I love you! Let me count the ways! This is the second dress made from this fabric and I just cannot get enough of it! I love it more and more! Alas, when I purchased it, I…
From our studio- A custom made straw half bonnet for a client in Massachusetts. As requested- an all white lace trimmed bonnet over natural straw.
Posted in 1850s, 1860s, Commissions
I recently completed this gown and apron ensemble for Paper Mill Playhouse’s production of Oliver in NYC. The fabric was supplied by the costume shop. The dress and apron design are mine. It is a modified version of my American…