Custom garments we have made for clients
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…
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…
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…
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.
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…
We recently completed a custom Edwardian Era gown for a client in Philadelphia. The gown was based upon this 1911 Delineator illustration: The gown features a fitted underbodice of floral taffeta with a kimono overbodice of solid taffeta. Both are…