Whether we like it or not, AI is here and here to stay. Much of AI’s possibilities are rather exciting. And much of AI’s possibilities are frightening. It’s always the way things are when new. Regardless where you fall in…
Another New Year is upon us and the anticipation and festivities surrounding America’s 250th! are in full swing. In the summer of 1776, representatives from the American colonies came together to sign and distribute The Declaration of the Thirteen United…
Posted in 1840s, Children's Fashions, Commissions, Farm and Garden, Romantic
This 1840s inspired Ellie Dress was custom made for Historic Exchange Place’s upcoming Garden Fair in April. This sweet little 1840s era ensemble consists of our Ellie dress, contrasting pinafore, corded petticoat, and trimmed straw bonnet. Our modified Ellie Dress…
Posted in 1850s, Children's Fashions, Commissions, Farm and Garden, Victorian-Crinoline
We recently completed these two mid 19th century girls’ dresses for Historic Exchange Place’s upcoming Garden Fair. These dresses are cut in the fashionable 1840s-1850s style and have a few inches adjustability. Children grow like weeds! Hopefully, these two little…
Posted in 1830s, 1840s, 1850s, Children's Fashions, Commissions, Costume Design
One of our first commissions for 2025 is this collection of 1830s-1840s-1850s Girls’ try on clothing for Historic Arkansas. These adapted girls dresses are made from 100% cotton and include a variety of youthful period appropriate calico prints. The ruffled…
It’s a new year here at Maggie May Clothing and as always, we are excited to see what 2025 will bring! 2024 marked our 30th anniversary! Can you believe it? We had BIG PLANS to celebrate, but 2024 sure had…
Posted in 1820s, 1830s, 1840s, Commissions, Romantic
One of our most popular Romantic Era dress styles is this work gown cut in an 1820s-1830s-1840s fashion. With a slightly wider neckline than our Work Woman dress, this gown features a loosely gathered front bodice over a fitted lining.…
Posted in 1840s, 1850s, 1860s, Commissions, Romantic, Victorian-Crinoline
Our mid 19th century Work Woman Dress is one of our most popular designs! In this version, we added a bit of cotton Cluny lace to the center front to add interest. This cotton work dress is made from a…