On my trip to Colonial Williamsburg this week, I decided to be bold and attempt to underpack. The idea of wearing a different or new dress every day is a modern one,…
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The Midnight Chemise a la Reine – Done!
Well that was quick. This gown definitely holds the title of quickest full dress project I’ve ever completed. And I’m *so glad* I undertook it! To recap, the gown is one huge…
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The Midnight Chemise a la Reine
As happens with all big costume events or trips, it gets to be about a week out and I decide I *NEED* such-and-such new gown, and that surely it will be quick…
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18th Century BigAss Caps
…one final push for Williamsburg! With The Creature wrapping up (and boy does that feel good!), I have just enough time and plenty of organza left to make a BigAss Cap. And…
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Progress on Le Polonaise AKA The Creature
Trimming the bodice – the left side was done with the roll hem foot and it really “ate” the fabric – the right with a different method. I will need to remove…
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A Basic 1920s Frock
“Frock” is exactly what I should call this dress, even though I don’t really like the word. I found this -frock- on Etsy for an excellent price, and was so pleased to…
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“Kensington” 18th Century Shoes in Red are Back!
And it’s about time! It’s been several years since we’ve had red Kensingtons available in the shop, but they’re finally on their way now, and you can pre-order them to reserve your…
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“Is This The Real Life? Is This Just Fantasy?” – The Myth of Perfection
This past Saturday, Lauren M. of Wearing History posted a fantastic, soul-bearing article on Social Media and the Myth of Perfection. She urged us all to consider the real lives behind the…
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17th Century Inspiration Strikes Again!
I have only made one 17th century gown and I loved it. It was polyester satin and featured spray-painted lace, but I adored that gown. Somebody else is adoring it now, and…
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1770s Polonaise – Progress, but Slowly!
1770s Polonaise – the skirts are drawn up with cords, to create the three partition effect the gown is named for Work on this crazy froofy dress comes in spurts, but now…
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Review: Heirloom Haircare 18th Century Rouge
I’ve wanted to share this epic 18th century rouge with you for ages, but I haven’t played Georgian dress-up in such a long time! However, last week’s photo shoot presented the perfect…
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The 1785 Pierrot Jacket – Finished!
Last week I wore my new 1785 Pierrot jacket in our most recent photo shoot for Dunmore 18th century shoes. I’m proud of this outfit for several reasons, not least of all…
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Shoes of the Revolution – More About “Dunmore” 1770s Shoes
As most of you know, yesterday we opened for pre-order our latest 18th century shoes, “Dunmore,” named for Lady Dunmore, and developed with and for Colonial Williamsburg. “Dunmore” has been a year…
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Spring Cleaning Sale & “Dunmore” Pre-Order Now Open!
Today’s the day, ladies! It’s time to make space for all the great new stuff coming, so we’ve put all kinds of things on sale in our annual… Spring Cleaning Sale! Antoinette…
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Early 1920s Tabard Gown – a Wonderful Gift!
Last week I received a surprise in the mail from The Lady of Portland House. I couldn’t believe what I pulled out of the box – an utterly stunning cut velvet-and-chiffon early…
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1770s Powerpuff Polonaise Progress
I’ve been working little by little on the pink polonaise I started last weekend. It’s been incredibly tricky to figure out, but it appears to be working. I re-fit the side pleats…
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1930s Pink Easter Dress and Vintage Underpinnings
I love a holiday, a great excuse to wear something frothy, frilly, and vintage. I’ve been rather lazy the past several holidays, though, not wanting to shimmy into the underpinnings required to…
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New Project: 1770s Powerpuff Polonaise
I have terrible Costume A-D-D right now. I want to make ALL the 18th century things! It’s good to be inspired, though! I have a trip to Colonial Williamsburg coming up in…
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The One-Weekend 1940s Rayon Blouse
This past weekend I felt the need to stitch together something quick, easy, and very useful, using my favorite vintage fabric, rayon. Luckily, my local Mill End fabric store has a good…
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1780 Robe Retroussee – My Tribute to Avi
I have always been in love with this 1780s French gown from the Met, one for being a gorgeous gown, but because of the way the photograph was styled with the little…
