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Court Presentation info
Since the lovely the_aristocat tagged me in her post exhibiting her beautiful court dress, I figured people might come here to see what she's talking about. I really love the whole idea of Court Presentation, so I studied it and kept a Pinterest board on the information I gathered.
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Why hello again!
Oh my goodness, I have neglected this journal for a long time! I have been sewing and having fun. Here are some of the things I've made in the past year or so...
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3rd Annual Francaise Dinner
Here's my write up on the 3rd Annual Francaise Dinner!
http://madamemodiste.blogspot.com/2014/03/3rd-annual-francaise-dinner.html
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Mill Farm Riding Habit pattern
I'm going to Fort Frederick this year and I'm really excited! Though I have a couple things I could wear, I decided to make a new riding habit. I have a pretty lilac cotton and a striped linen. I was advised by costumers to flatline my cotton with something like cotton canvas, so I did. I cut out everything, flatlined the pieces...then paused ( Read more... ) -
Calling Katie Turner from the Rockwood Ball!
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Dusts off the cobwebs...
My goodness it's been a long time since I"ve updated over here! I've been so lazy about posting my projects over here. Apologies!
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Gorgeous 18th c. style shoes
I think these may be the most wonderful shoes in existence! I will wear them clubbing and costuming!
However, 100 orders need to be placed during the pre-order dates in order for the shoes to be produced. Don't wait to place your order!!! Plus, you get a sweet discount for ordering early :)
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Hat sale
I'm selling the black and white striped mini top hat I made. Buckram base with a cotton cover. Comb sewn to inside to hold it to your head. The magnifying loupe is NOT included. $65 + Priority Mail shipping to U.S. only
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More francaise gown blathering
I got the sleeves made and set yesterday. I also cut out the petticoat: front width and side fronts of the fashion fabric, and back width and side backs of black linen. Saves what's left of my good fabric for trim! So that brings me to trim. What should I do? I was inspired by this gown of Bjarne's because he used a tone on tone brocade, as I ( Read more... )
