When I started the Infinitely Ruffled 1780s Apron I had little experience with hand rolling hems, and this apron – this apron had a LOT.
1780s , 18th century , Accessories , ruffleruffleruffle
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An Accidental Sewing Renaissance
Sewing something large on holidays takes determination and the ability to iron in very low-light conditions.
19th Century , American Girl doll , doll costumes , Wired Ribbons
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A Mid-Victorian Winterhalter Dress for an American Girl Doll
When I saw a portrait of Queen Victoria’s family, I knew i had to sew my own mid-Victorian Winterhalter dress for my American Girl Doll.
18th century , caps , ruffleruffleruffle
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The Dissipated Grandma Sheep (Another Mrs Sandby Cap)
My first Mrs Sandby Cap was far too respectable – so I sewed another one. With lace. Introducing: the Milkmaid’s Nightmare!
1790s , Playing Dress Up , Regency , wig
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Introducing Lady Hamilton: a Green 1790s Round Gown in Malta
Introducing Lady Emma Hamilton! My green 1790s round gown – the Green Blob – went on holidays to Mellieha in Malta!
1790s , garment construction
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The Green Blob, a 1790s Round Gown : First Fitting and Sleeves
In my last post, I talked about the construction. Here we have the first fitting and the sleeve construction of this green 1790s round gown.
1790s , garment construction
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The Green Blob, a late 1790s Round Gown : Construction
In this post I’ll talk about the construction of the Green Blob – my late green1790s round gown. Let’s have at it!