I *have* been sewing – deadlines and reasons to rush and all that. I’ve made a little progress on the 1740s Habit I planned for some time ago, but it’s slow going.…
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V309: Happy Election Day, USA
In honor of Election Day here in America Land, and in celebration of women’s suffrage, here’s an awesome video you’ve probably already seen, but is still awesome:
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V308: 23Skidoo 1920s Shoes GIVEAWAY!
It’s that special “23Skidoo” pre-order time, which means…it’s GIVEAWAY time! About The Prize: Up for grabs is a pair of “23Skidoo” 1920s shoes in the colorway of your choice, or a gift…
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V307: The House of Elliot – 1920s in the 1990s
Vintage Dancer turned me onto an early ’90s series called “The House of Eliott,” for which I have nothing but obsession and love. I was the ripe age of eight when this…
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V306: 1920s Beaded Evening Gowns – Old and New
Met, 1927 There are a few things in the world of historical fashionable dress that I am willing to buy, because I know I will never be able to make them myself…
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V305: {Small Biz Betties} What To Consider Before Launching a Pre-Order
Howdy! It’s been quite awhile since I’ve done a Small Biz Betties post, but now is the perfect time to get started again. Today’s topic will be about important points to consider…
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V304: Introducing “23Skidoo” 1920s T-Strap Spectators – Pre-Order Now!
I’m so pleased to introduce to you our first 1920s/30s style shoe, the “23Skidoo” t-strap spectators, available in two colorways. It’s everything Deco Era Gatsby shoes should be – a d’orsay pump,…
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V303: How To Create Flapper “Doll Eye” Makeup
Today’s tutorial is inspired by several things – primarily Bette Davis and Clara Bow, and their ridiculously huge eyeballs, but also a blending of original flapper smokey eye makeup, and 21st century…
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V300: Vintage Stockings, 20th Century
from Wearing History – 1939-40 – novelty stockings The other night at the Bomber Girl’s Pageant, I was asked if we carried vintage style seamed stockings in the A-D shop. I had…
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V299: Real WWII Bomber Girls
Today is the Battle Born Day’s Bomber Girl Pageant. I’m getting my ’40s on right now, and will be dancing the night away, and hopefully impressing the pageant judges with my authenticity,…
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V298: Costumes For Sale
I’m clearing out some space-takers in my Costume Closet, available in my Etsy shop. Here’s what’s on offer today… 1790s Gaulle. Drop-Front, made 2012 as a mock-up for another gown. Polyester taffeta, bodice…
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V297: Review: Litttle Bits 18th Century Makeup Products
For those of your interested in 18th century makeup – recipes, application, general wear – you’ll be pleased with Litttle Bits Clothing Company’s line of Georgian beauty products for the face. I…
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V296: Victorian Christmas…Stuff
With the holidays looming, it’s time to think about what the heck to wear for all the fun Victorian Christmas events. I’ve been spending 2012 building up my 18th century wardrobe, but…
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V295: Victorian Plastic – Yes, Victorian; Yes, Plastic
Ever since learning about plastic injection molding of the 1870s, I’ve been gnawing on the idea of Victorian plastics. It seems like an oxymoron – we all know plastic is a 20th…
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V294: LACMA Sacque-Ma Fabric on the Way!
So I was able to order the silk brocade fabric for my new obsessive project, the LACMA Sacque-ma. I feel like…like…I’m now part of a special club of historical costumers who sew…
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V293: Finished Project: Indienne Print “Curtain-Along” Gown, 1780
I finished my “Curtain-Along” dress in time to wear to Colonial Williamsburg, but it rained the day I had planned to wear it, and only donned it for a couple hours, so…
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V292: American Duchess Autumn Sale! 10% Off Historical Shoes n’ Accessories
Celebrate this most lovely of seasons with us – gear up for Halloween, or even get a jump on your Holiday gift shopping. Visit www.american-duchess.com or click the image above to see…
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V291: New Project: LACMA Sacque-ma
Well, it’s happened again. You will know what I speak of. I’ve bumped into a dress that I simply *must make.* It’s this one, from LACMA: LACMA Collections Online – Robe a…
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V290: Hello, Baby
Probably 1850-1855Attributed to: William W. Kennedy (1818-1885) Acc. No. 1931.100.7 Well, today my niece London was born. Happy literal day of birth to her. 🙂 I have maniacal plans to be London’s “Auntie Maime”,…
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V289: Where to Wear – How To Throw Your Own Costume Events
Ladies attending the 2012 Titanic Memorial Tea, at a local tea shoppe called The Isles Hi All! Today I’m going to answer another question I get often – where to wear the…
