Drummers Call in beautiful springtime: Colonial Williamsburg
Since they are now of age, my kids will march to the beat of the 18th century while pursuing their future in this crazy post-modern world.
Historical Sewing and Time Travels
Tag: kindred spirits
Stays, Colonial Williamsburg Tailor, Burnley and Trowbridge
Tailoring is an apprenticed trade that requires years of study to learn all the techniques, tips, and tricks, from which we benefit in this class.
Gowns, flowers, and a 500 year tour: Colonial Williamsburg
Joining friends for a merry day wearing proper attire in the historic area, we inspired many guests to take pictures of the five of us, yet we forgot our own.
Lafayette’s boot fills with blood at Brandywine
Arriving in Philadelphia to offer his services without pay, 19 year old Lafayette receives his commission to major general on July 31, 1777.
Kindred Spirit behind The Many Faces of George Washington
After looking at the individual parts of the George Washington recreation, she showed the entire creation, resulting in
a gasp that arose from the audience.
Teacups in a Palace Garden with Fashionable Frolicks
Despite my first costume attempt fail, I absolutely did have fun being out and about with all our skirts swirling and swishing through the historic area.
I was interviewed by Anne of Green Gables: Part II
Part I of the interview was published last week, which focused on the historically accurate costumes in the movie.
Earlier today part II was posted.
I’ve Been Interviewed by Anne of Green Gables: Part I
The blogger from Sullivan Productions interviewed me after she found my recent blog post about the Anne Shirley wedding dress pattern that I purchased!
Anne of Green Gables Wedding Dress Pattern
The dress was designed by award winning costume designer, Ruth Secord, whose focus was of a completely different era from the previous Anne movies.
Acting and Reenacting with friends: Colonial Williamsburg
Enlisting as a soldier in the Continental Army for three years, giving up all my rights, learning to work as a unit, while ready to endure hardship…
