This was perhaps my penultimate patterning trip for the first book I intend to put out. (The last one I have planned will be on the 28th, but I suppose it's possible that I could come across another venue and make another afterward.) Yesterday I drove down to Historic Cherry Hill to take the pattern … Continue reading Latest Patterning Visit
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Actual Sewing!
So, I spent the past week engaged in making a Regency day dress for myself. Fastest thing I've ever fully put together! Albany's TulipFest is not really intended as a costumed event, but the Empire State Costumers (join us!) can turn any party into a dress-up party. (I'm the second from the right.) To start, … Continue reading Actual Sewing!
Tea in Kinderhook
On Saturday, I went to the Formally Invited tea at the Vanderpoel House in Kinderhook, put on by the Columbia County Historical Society and Clermont State Historic Site. It was wonderful! The whole first floor was cleared, with one room for the tea, punch, and food, one room for coats (and a full-length mirror, so … Continue reading Tea in Kinderhook
1901 Corset and Combinations
Corset I have a 7oz. white cotton twill to use to make this, probably with natural cotton twill tape for binding and channels. Not sure yet whether I will use steels or cable ties! Both have their charms. I think I'll use cable ties in the mockup and see how they do. Wedding corset, Lord … Continue reading 1901 Corset and Combinations
1840s Chemise
For once I have an actual sewing update! More pictures and explanation on the official page, here, but I'm proud of it, so here is me in it: Also, I look decent in the picture, which is more than enough reason to post it. On L'art de la Lingere: I've decided that I'm going to … Continue reading 1840s Chemise
Mimic of Modes 