A Fractured Fairytale

The Ultimate in Luxury

February 7, 2013 - comments

It’s time to play catch up again. I have so many projects to blog about, but I’ve been so focused on sewing them, I haven’t wanted to stop and write. My goal for February is to post at least once a week, twice if possible. It’s a short month so wish me luck!

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Filed under: 1760s, Williamsburg Wardrobe

Last Finished Project of 2012

December 31, 2012 - comments

2012 is almost at a close and before I do my end of the year review (and its massive), I wanted to share the last 100% finished project of the year.

I’m a sucker for accessories.

December 18, 2012 - comments

Since my current sewing progress is rather boring (new shifts are not exactly thrilling blog material), I thought I would share some of my most recent accessory finds. You know one of my favorite parts of costuming is spending hours on eBay and Etsy searching for just the right thing to complete my outfit. I can’t help it. It’s an addiction.

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Filed under: 1770s: accessories, 1785: Riding Habit, antiques, jewelry, Williamsburg Wardrobe

Most of a Waistcoat

December 13, 2012 - comments

While waiting for the regency stays and card party dress fabric to arrive, I’ve been plugging away on my riding habit; this time tackling the waistcoat.

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Filed under: 1780s, 1785: Riding Habit, Williamsburg Wardrobe