My Next Insanity A Drawn-work Linen Jacket with Silver Spangles Okay… Now I’ve really gone off the deep end. You may have read my page on needlelace. All my friends embroider, but I’m really bad at it. But in needlelace, I’ve finally found something that appeals to my meticulous nature without… Continue Reading
Some Early Modern Stitching…
It was long thought that the most common stitch on early modern garments was the running stitch. Recent re-examinations have shown that this is inaccurate. Those who have tried to sew their replica garments using only running stitches will not be surprised. Even if one makes the stitches 2mm to 4mm apart, the running stitch simply isn’ t strong enough to… Continue Reading
A History of Ladies' Riding Jackets
Ever wonder why women dress how they do when horseback riding? Curious as to the history of equestrian gear? Here is a quick history of ladies’ riding habits from the archives of Reconstructing History. Continue Reading
The History of the Frock Coat — Part 1
Ever wonder how the frock coat came to be? Wonder why late Victorian frock coats look nothing like late 17th century frock coats? Here is a quick history of the frock coat from the archives of Reconstructing History. Continue Reading
Dressing Ye Part — Part Eight
Being a Treatise on the Clothing Befitting a shop Proprietess in the late 16th and 17th centuries. We’re up to fittings
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Dressing Ye Part — Part Seven
Being a Treatise on the Clothing Befitting a shop Proprietess in the late 16th and 17th centuries. There’s doublet construction happening.
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Dressing Ye Part — Part Six
Being a Treatise on the Clothing Befitting a shop Proprietess in the late 16th and 17th centuries. Kass makes a lovely Jacobean jacket from RH201
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Dressing Ye Part — Part Five
Being a Treatise on the Clothing Befitting a shop Proprietess in the late 16th and 17th centuries. In this episode our heroine makes a soft ruff.
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Dressing Ye Part — Part Four
Being a Treatise on the Clothing Befitting a shop Proprietess in the late 16th and 17th centuries. We’re up to attaching the bodice to the skirt. Continue Reading
Dressing Ye Part — Part Three
Being a Treatise on the Clothing Befitting a shop Proprietess in the late 16th and 17th centuries. Lets make some skirt! Continue Reading