I think it looks perfect and I love the gathers at the peak the small ruffle. I have been contemplating…
On V162: My First Re-covered Victorian Parasol
I've covered a number of vintage parasols and umbrellas in all sorts from broderie anglaise to umberella silk and I…
On V162: My First Re-covered Victorian Parasol
I'm guessing that also the direction of the grain the triangles are cut could have an effect on the tension?
On V162: My First Re-covered Victorian Parasol
I would be absolutely thrilled with either. They're so hard to find.
On V157: Opinions Please – Mid-Victorian Shoe Survey
This is just what I was looking for Lauren. I want to make a parasol to match an outfit that…
On V162: My First Re-covered Victorian Parasol
There's a book... http://www.lulu.com/shop/rachel-e-pollock/sticks-in-petticoatsparasol-manufacture-for-the-modern-costumer-full-color/paperback/product-2138316.html the authors pretty much made of awesome. also... I'm having the hardest time finding a tiny…
On V162: My First Re-covered Victorian Parasol
I agree! I look for old lace collars and cuffs too. It's such a cool bit of historical texture to…
On V159: 18th Century Bow Jewelry – What to Look For and Where to Get It Today
Yes! It's totally the 18th c.'s fault, I agree
On V159: 18th Century Bow Jewelry – What to Look For and Where to Get It Today
Thank you 😀
On V159: 18th Century Bow Jewelry – What to Look For and Where to Get It Today
I will have to look up Kenneth J. Lane, to see what I missed out on, or what to look…
On V159: 18th Century Bow Jewelry – What to Look For and Where to Get It Today