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Plannings For A 1740s Scottish Ensemble

Plannings For A 1740s Scottish Ensemble

I do love me some OL and the show's been inspiring some Scottish-themed ideas, especially since I "rediscovered" a gorgeous tartan skirt that's been lurking in my closet the last...
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More On The New "Pemberley" Regency Shoes...

More On The New "Pemberley" Regency Shoes...

Though I gave a short introduction to the new Pemberley Regency Shoes last Friday, I thought they could use a little more "show and tell," to update you all on...
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How To Make Your Own Pair of Couture Pompadour 18th Century Shoes

How To Make Your Own Pair of Couture Pompadour 18th Century Shoes

Last week, I showed you several pairs of custom-made shoes I designed for Whoopi Goldberg. I was so flattered by the comments - thank you! - and also a little...
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About Whoopi Goldberg's Custom Made Shoes

About Whoopi Goldberg's Custom Made Shoes

A few months ago, I was asked by Whoopi Goldberg to design some custom shoes. She asked me to make "four pair as rich looking and feeling as you can...
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Bright-Ass Yellow 18th Century English Gowns

Bright-Ass Yellow 18th Century English Gowns

I've been obsessed with bright yellow 18th century (and Regency) gowns for awhile now, and yet I still don't have one. The marigold hue is swoon-worthy, but also intimidating, but...
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Buyer's Guide to 18th Century Cotton Floral Prints

Buyer's Guide to 18th Century Cotton Floral Prints

One question I receive a lot is, "where do I find appropriate 18th century floral prints?" I realize that it's taken *years* to source these out, so to save you...
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The Beginnings of a Little Pierrot Jacket...Finally

The Beginnings of a Little Pierrot Jacket...Finally

This weekend I knuckled down, found some motivation, and did some honest-to-goodness historical sewing. I've had this gorgeous Colonial Williamsburg print since 2012, but it's taken me this long to...
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Introducing the New "Georgiana" 18th Century Shoes, And How to Dye Them Perfectly

Introducing the New "Georgiana" 18th Century Shoes, And How to Dye Them Perfectly

Today, after years of re-development, I'm happy to announce that "Georgiana" 18th century shoes have returned! "Georgiana" was the first American Duchess shoe style ever, but after we sold out...
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On Location at Bacon's Castle - Journey to the 17th, 18th, and 19th Centuries

On Location at Bacon's Castle - Journey to the 17th, 18th, and 19th Centuries

The Lady of Portland House shines in "Antoinette" Mules in blue While I was in Virginia this past March, I had the opportunity to work with some truly wonderful ladies...
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18th c. Quilted Petticoat Progress

18th c. Quilted Petticoat Progress

I realize I did a lot of work for my trip to Colonial Williamsburg that I then didn't finish in time...and didn't share with you. Followers on Facebook will know...
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My Annual Sewing Rut

My Annual Sewing Rut

Once again, I have absolutely no motivation to make a single stitch of anything lately. I've learned that this is quite normal, and that if I force the issue I'll...
More Highlights from Williamsburg and Jamestown

More Highlights from Williamsburg and Jamestown

I was quite terrible (and busy) and didn't take a lot of photos, but here are a few more from the trip... Day 1... Maggie and I arrived, dropped our...