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We all have those time periods that call strongly to us. Over and over and over. The hats. The dresses. The undergarments. The jewelry…. Then you get an opportunity to make it. Not that you didn’t have one before. But it now takes center stage… The moment has arrived. You grasp it, taking it by Read More...
Are You Wearing Your Chemise Wrong?
Are you? Is that even a question to discuss? Apparently it is. Who’s to say I’m wearing my underwear wrong? Or even if I’m wearing it right? This is such a personal question even for modern conversations, but how does it apply to those of us who make and dress in underwear from another time? Read More...
Fabrics for Undergarments
I don’t know about you but I want to be comfortable when wearing my historical clothing. Right? And it all starts with what kind of fabric you have closest to your skin. Whenever beginning a wardrobe for a new time period, or even if you are just starting to make historical costumes, having a comfy Read More...
Year in Review: Costuming in 2013
It’s that time of year again to marvel at the projects you completed during the year and kick yourself for ones that didn’t get done. (Or maybe it’s just frustration at having the lack of sewing time to complete the to-do pile…) As noted in my 2012 list, reviewing my completed projects is not something Read More...
Another Top 10 Book List for Your Sewing Library
Books!! One can never have enough of these good friends. You already know of the Top 10 Books I recommend. Here’s another lot for your bookshelf – to learn from, ogle, and share with friends (well… maybe). 🙂 Read More...
Book Review: Victorian Secrets
Usually if there’s any sort of buzz about a new blog post, book, class, etc. regarding corsets and the wearing of, the historical costume community is apt to proceed forth either carefully with trepidation or with full zeal. Which one of these viewpoints the reader comes from is based on one’s current view of corsets Read More...
Sewing Single-Welt Pockets
Have you ever noticed how many welt pockets you come across when researching menswear? They are everywhere in the 19th century! You’ll even find them on waistcoats and riding habits for women. I get asked from time to time about the process of creating a welt pocket. Most of the time the pocket is for Read More...
Tips for Easier Seam Ripping
If you sew you rip. Period. No “Oh, I won’t make any mistakes” or “If I sew a seam wrong I simply cut out a new piece.” Yeah… that’s a bit ridiculous. Everyone knows you use a handy-dandy seam ripper (or tiny scissors) to pull out each little stitch. But do you know the easier Read More...