It’s all 1880s around here these days! This fun little “flower pot hat” is perfect for a breezy summer afternoon! Made with the signature 1880s era squared off crown, an upturned brim adds playful charm. Trimmed in 100% plaid silk,…
In between commissions, I made this lovely little straw 1880s era bonnet. The bonnet made for our recent 1880s era photoshoot was so much fun, I decided to create another- and this one is for sale on my website! Made…
Posted in 1800-1810, 1820s, 1830s, 1840s, 1850s, Children's Fashions, Commissions, Millinery
These simple and sweet girls’ bonnets are ideal for the years 1800-1850s. Worn by girls of all ages, these little darlings are headed to Historic Exchange Place in Jonesboro, Tennessee to be worn by their Junior Apprentices. The girls who…
Posted in Extant garments, Historical Sewing, Millinery, Research
Occasionally, I peruse Ebay looking for interesting and inspiring original garments. My most recent search brought up this curious mid 19th century ribbon bonnet. It seems like the internal buckram frame is covered soley with ribbons! Very unique!
Posted in 1840s, 1850s, Commissions, Millinery
Finishing off a large commission from a museum in Pennsylvania are these gorgeous silk drawn bonnets. Ideal in shape and size for the 1840s, these ultra feminine bonnets are lightweight, fuss- free and a breeze to wear. Drawn bonnet in linen…
Posted in 1880s, 1890s, Extant garments, Fashion History, Historical Sewing, Millinery, WWI
A rare piece of history! An original Salvation Army bonnet (images from Ebay). c. 1880s. The Salvation Army began in London in 1865 as a mission organization. According to the History Channel, “The Christian Mission, in which women were given…
Posted in 1860s, Extant garments, Historical Sewing, Millinery
I recently found this net bonnet on Ebay. It is listed as an 1860s era summer net bonnet. It is quite unusual in design and construction. A curious little thing!
Posted in 1780s, 1790s, 1800-1810, 1820s, 1830s, 1840s, 1850s, 1860s, 1870s, 1880s, 1890s, Atelier, Book Reviews, Children's Fashions, Commissions, Corsets and Underthings, Costume Design, Exhibits, Symposiums, and Workshops, Extant garments, Fashion History, Historical Sewing, Millinery, Opportunities, Reproduction Fabrics, Research, WWI
Wow! We’ve had an amazing year! I feel like I say that at the end of every year, but 2015 really turned out to be one of our busiest of all time! I estimate over the course of the past…