All things Crinoline (1850-1869)
We recently completed this shortened cage crinoline for the Oregon Shakespeare’s production of “The Wiz.” This garment is actually based upon a mid 1850s era crinolette. Our cage is made of coated steel encased in cotton twill. The cage has…
This blouse and skirt combination is part of an order headed to The Andrew Johnson Homeplace in Greenville, TN. The American civil war saw the beginning of mix and match style as most of the nation’s energy was dedicated to…
We have shirts! Men’s shirts! This style of shirt was worn from the 1840s through the end of the 19th century! Email us today for current availability! Men’s high quality white cotton shirt with wooden buttons- $42.00 plus S&H Men’s…
We made these mid 19th century girl’s garments for The Andrew Johnson Homeplace for their education and interpretation programming. Sizing is for girls ages 12-14. For more information about our historical children’s garments or any of our custom made clothing, please…
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…
This mid 19th century era boy’s suit is in the collection of The American Textile Museum. It is a fabulous example of what boys past the breeching age were wearing in the American South. Notice how the shirt buttons to…
This gown was created for client in a neighboring Southern state and was based upon an image of her great great grandmother. The original gown is made from a bold stripe on a dark background. (The client requested I do…
This circa 1862�song originates from North Carolina and was written by�Carrie Bell Sinclair. It demonstrates the patriotism found on the home front of the American South during the American Civil War. It is currently in the collection at North Carolina…