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Mistress of Disguise: I'm a Very Inspiring Blogger!
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Because modern clothes are stupid. Wednesday, April 3, 2013. I'm a Very Inspiring Blogger! I'm very honoured to say that I've been nominated for the Very Inspiring Blogger award! D Thank you to the wonderful Chelsea at A Sartorial Statement. To accept the award, one must:. 1 Display the award and link back to the person who nominated you. 2 State 7 facts about yourself. 3 Nominate 15 bloggers for the award. 4 Notify the winners. Two Nerdy History Girls. Curse Words and Crinolines. Subscribe to: Post Comm...
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The Young Sewphisticate: February 2015
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Historical Interpretation How Tos. February 28, 2015. YOHP: Where Danger and Hilarity Ensues. Writing about my portfolio the other day reminded me of the fun I had costuming the 2013 One Acts. Directed by Missy Brewer, at the Penfield community theater through the Young Open and Honest Players. It was a privilege to work with such talented people, especially our lovely director, and costume, all giggles and grins. So, for today, past projects resumes with the periodesque piece, Actor's Nightmare. Is quot...
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The Young Sewphisticate: A Month in the Life of a Wannabe Reenactor
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Historical Interpretation How Tos. August 5, 2015. A Month in the Life of a Wannabe Reenactor. Happy August, everyone! If you were hoping for an update on sewing, or even perhaps my overdue July HSM challenge entry, I apologize as you'll have to wait until the next post.Tonight, I have a not-so-secret confession to make.there is nothing more that I want to be than a reenactor when I grow up! This summer is my second season as a historical interpreter at the Genesee Country Village! Ava was so very. For t...
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The Young Sewphisticate: GCV&M Internship
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Historical Interpretation How Tos. Complete Listing of Internship Posts. Labeled under "2014-2015 Internship"). July 3rd - 24th, introducing the Sophia Project! On the Reproduction of an 1870s Wrapper:. Busy as a Bee Interning. July 4th - 17th, first "experience days" with some information on 19th century dying and flax processing. On Village Experience Days:. July 26th, history heavy post relating to the newest theme day, Christmas in July, and my role for the day. Spinning on the Great Wheel. November ...
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The Young Sewphisticate: August 2015
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Historical Interpretation How Tos. August 29, 2015. 1830s Working Class Wear. New clothing demands a quick update.Right after work this afternoon, I hopped out of my car and begged the sister to take a few pictures of my new 1830s working class wear. Before the sun set. Thankfully, Maria agreed and shot these beauties in the grove next door! All photographs courtesy of Maria M. - many thanks! More pictures from the impromptu photo shoot:. Also, just as yummy as new clothing, Lisa, our exchange. In fact, ...
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The Young Sewphisticate: December 2014
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Historical Interpretation How Tos. December 31, 2014. A Wrapper Named Sophia. Or one last internship update for 2014! The Sophia Project: Chronicles of an 1870s Wrapper Reproduction. Remember The Sophia Project. All that's left to do now is the silk trim and bows! My name is Sophia. I am a wrapper. My name is Sophia. I am a wrapper. Not the kind that candy comes wrapped in, but the equally yummy eye-candy for historical clothing enthusiasts! Come back later for more progress or wait until next season.
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The Young Sewphisticate: July 2015
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Historical Interpretation How Tos. July 30, 2015. Doctor Dolittle (Part III). What made the show so special for me was that it was the first time I really saw my designs fully realized on a stage which broadcast to a larger, local community. I guess it was then that it clicked in my head that this fun hobby could become my career. Tonight we're wrapping up Doctor Dolittle (2013). The Stages musical that I had the privilege of student costuming, with the third and final past project post of the series!
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The Young Sewphisticate: HSM July Challenge: Working Woman's Bits & Bobs
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Historical Interpretation How Tos. August 7, 2015. HSM July Challenge: Working Woman's Bits and Bobs. Better late than never, at least that's what they say, right? So, with that in mind, take a look at my entry for Challenge #7: Accessorize. Of the Historical Sew Monthly. Hosted by the lovey Dreamstress. An object or device not essential in itself. But adding to the beauty, convenience, or effectiveness of something else. Throughout the month of July, I spent my spare time on vacation. It was made from a...
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The Young Sewphisticate: Carry Me Back to Old Virginny
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Historical Interpretation How Tos. July 9, 2015. Carry Me Back to Old Virginny. Happy July - I hope everyone had a spectacular Independence Day! A window into our past: Manassas National Battlefield Park. In sum, we had a marvelous time - chatting and catching up over plentiful food, walking around D.C. (a tradition carried out at least once every family reunion), watching the United States women's team win the World Cup, visiting a winery for the first time. The view at Cana Vineyards and Winery. Histor...
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Classic Costume: Synthetics
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I design and make 18th Century and Regency dress, which is for sale on my website This blog chronicles all the other costume-related stuff going on,so theres a lot about history and textiles, historical fabrics, printing and design, plus oddments of stray info and links to other blogs and sites I've found of interest. Friday, 16 November 2012. Regency Ballgown, poly-taffeta. Well, time to bite the bullet on this one I think. We all hate polyester don't we? First Commercial U.S. Production. Rayon is deriv...
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