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New Blog
I am almost embarrassed to post this, but after seeing all the beautiful blogs by historical costumers, I decided to write about the other side of costuming. The Broke Costumer. I so admire people who have the resources and skills to make authentic gowns with period fabrics and sewing techniques. I have no such skills, and as one of the many ( Read more... ) -
Halloween Parties!
I went to two parties this year. The first was a Disney Murder Mystery Party,hosted by dead Walt Disney. We were solving the murder of Michael Eisner, his successor. We all dressed as Disney characters. My brother, sister-in-law and I were from the haunted mansion.
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Pride and Prejudice
Last night, members of our costume guild attended the play Pride and Predjudice in costume, to support our fellow member who was portraying Lady Catherine de Bourgh. We had a wonderful time! I see that chloeandrudy has just posted too, so I won't repeat what she had to say, other than I had a marvelous time, and enjoyed the play.
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Wyatt Earp book signing and lecture
A few nights ago, I played hostess for author Garner Palenske's lecture and slide show about his new book Wyatt Earp in San Diego. Life After Tombstone. He wanted me to wear an outfit specifically from the years 1886 to 1890. Well, all my Victorian dresses are from the 1870's! I found out Friday afternoon I was chosen to assist, on the ( Read more... ) -
Costume College Pictures
I am a bit late posting, but here are a few outfits I wore to Costume College: Ice Cream Social dress in red and white stripes, with chloeandrudy
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Costume College List
What the heck,everyone else is doing it. My outfit list for Costume College ( Read more... ) -
Labyrinth of Jareth Masquerade Ball
I haven't posted in a while, as I have not made anything new to show off! I did make two dresses, one for my daughter and one for me, for the Labyrinth of Jareth Masquerade Ball this past weekend. I used the Truly Victorian Parisian Trained Skirt pattern for both of the dresses. I can say that its one of my favorite patterns, and super, super ( Read more... )
