Comments on: Podcast 004: Getting Started in Historical Costuming

By: Lyn

Lyn — Tue, 28 Jan 2020 21:57:14 +0000

Thank you for your emphasis on one’s own creativity! As a beginner I see a lot of information insisting on historical accuracy at all costs. Some people find the recreation of s specific dress a fulfilling challenge and I admire them but that does not work for me. There are so many outfits that have not survived to our day, why should we not imagine what someone could have made, loved, and worn to threads!

By: Jennifer Rosbrugh

Jennifer Rosbrugh — Tue, 06 Nov 2018 20:41:19 +0000

In reply to Melissa Case. <3 <3 I am humbled by your kind words. Thank you. It's been a delight to see your journey progress. :-D

By: Melissa Case

Melissa Case — Tue, 06 Nov 2018 17:36:01 +0000

I know I’ve said this before, but the biggest reason I came into this hobby was you! I was always fascinated with the fancy dresses, but you were the reason I was brave enough (and inspired enough) to get started! So, thank you! 😀

By: Liz

Liz — Sat, 20 Oct 2018 20:23:23 +0000

Good thoughts to ponder on!

By: Jennifer Rosbrugh

Jennifer Rosbrugh — Sat, 20 Oct 2018 16:39:01 +0000

In reply to Genevieve. [hugs] I mention it, not because I came to sewing that way, but because I took up knitting as a way to handle postpartum depression a couple years ago. I figured sewing, as a craft and handwork, would be how others come to it in a similar manner.

By: Genevieve

Genevieve — Fri, 19 Oct 2018 23:29:13 +0000

I love that you addressed that some people came to sewing because of depression. That was my case and I think people are a bit afraid to talk about it in the community, it’s really amazing that you’re open about it!

By: Brann mac Finnchad

Brann mac Finnchad — Thu, 11 Oct 2018 23:09:54 +0000

I certainly hope people are examining my day to day clothing in a couple hundred years….and getting seriously confused. The thought of this makes me happy 😀

Excellent point about day vs. evening wear! I always thought of it being normal vs. formal clothing, but for the periods you focus on the way you put it is certainly applicable.