It's been a long time since I made a post that wasn't just a translation, hasn't it? Well, I have been doing some things. - I did finish hemming the demi-polonaise! Here it is in its untrimmed and unironed glory: It has to be over my thesis gown, because this dress form is a little … Continue reading The Planning and Research are the Best Bits
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What, not a fashion plate?
So, the most exciting thing is that I'm going to be at Dress University again in 2013, but this time I'm going to stay in the hotel and go to events, and I'm also planning to teach - one class on patterning historic clothing, and one on the 1920s. I'm so keyed up for it … Continue reading What, not a fashion plate?
Dress University
I had a very good time! There were a few mishaps with my planned off-campus accommodations, but the classes themselves were great. I got to meet people I'd only ever met online, see a lot of beautiful clothing, learn about some subjects I hadn't thought much about before, bought some amazing hairpins, and built up … Continue reading Dress University
Mimic of Modes 