I was looking through some old family pics of the branch of my family that was in north texas during the late 19th Century; I came across this one, dated 1899 on the back. What I noticed in the pic is besides the corset under the clothes, she's wearing a LACE-UP boned belt over the dress (not unlike a waist cincher) and lace-up lower sleeves (I ( Read more... )

Apologies if this has been posted before, I couldn't find much via LJSearch.

Xylocopa got a mention here a few years back for their mad science alphabet block. However the Machinist's Clockwork Maple Gear Pendant is rather lovely. (But out of stock right now.) The heart version is also very pretty ( Read more... )

Found these while surfing around and thought those with kids or those like myself that are just kids at heart might enjoy them.

www.xylocopa.com/product/mad-science-alphabet-blocks

My friend, cathgrace made the most amazing halloween costumes for her kids and I thought you guys would like to see them.


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Thank you to everyone who came. I was a bit overwhelmed by the turn out. Much fun was had, and there will probably be another soon. In the meantime,  check out the new community for North East Florida Steampunk and enjoy these photos: 


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Having just seen the post on the sextant, it reminded me of a different site/company that would definitely entice and entertain many a steampunker-


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Looking for ideas on how to dress a one year old boy in the Steampunk look. I warn you he is about the size of a three year old. He has a cute pair of tan pinstriped pants unfortunately (?) they have cargo pockets. Those pants gave me the inspiration tho. Any other ideas ( Read more... )

This site has amazing boots for children! They now make adult sizes too, but only 7, 8 and 9 it seems.......


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Man, I seem to only remember I can post here when I need something. -coughs- HI ( Read more... )