fashion history, shoes, victorian, vintage magazines Wet Feet! 1857 Warning Against Fashionable Shoes May 4, 2019
1910s, 1912, underwear 1912- Dainty Corset Covers Using Bermuda Fagoting & Teneriffe Lace April 16, 2019
1900s, 1910s, 1912, crocheting, free patterns Free Pattern! 1912 Crocheted Corset Cover April 12, 2019
how to, pattern line, tutorials Pattern Hack Tutorial- Raising the Back of the 1940s Sports Dress Pattern March 24, 2019
children, finished projects, sewing, victorian Finished Project: A Toddler Dress from 1897 December 19, 2018
1940s, christmas, film costumes, finished projects, holidays, movies A Christmas in Conneticut Inspired Ensemble December 15, 2018
podcast Podcast Episode 8- Professional Costuming with Meg Furler of Heritage Park Historical Village December 7, 2018
1910s, edwardian, finished projects Finished Project- Truly Victorian’s Late Edwardian Petticoat May 20, 2018
1900s, 1910s, research, underwear An Argument for Under Vests- or- Are We Over-Simplifying 1900s Underwear? February 2, 2018
crocheting, free patterns, knitting Free 1918 Knitting/Crochet Pattern! Ladies Sweater and Baby’s Cap and Sacque. October 20, 2017
1930's Baby Layette, tutorials Tutorial: Video- How to Hand Gather and Attach Lace September 23, 2016
1930's Baby Layette, tutorials Tutorial: Video- How to Finish Seams with the Overhand Stitch September 22, 2016
1930's Baby Layette, tutorials Tutorial: Video- How to Sew Tiny Sleeves into Tiny Armholes September 21, 2016
1930's Baby Layette, tutorials Tutorial: Baby Gown- Gather Neck Edge to Bias Binding September 20, 2016
1930's Baby Layette, tutorials Tutorial: How To Mark and Make Small Tucks As Given on Vintage Patterns September 14, 2016
1910s, fashion history, vintage magazines A Talk with Worth About Clothes- August, 1913 August 18, 2016
finished projects, Regency Finished Project: A Fairy Tale Wool Regency Dress and a Pattern Review February 2, 2016
sewing, tutorials, Veronica 1940s Coat Veronica Coat Tutorials: Continuing with the Collar January 18, 2016
tutorials, Veronica 1940s Coat Veronica Coat Tutorials: Taping & Interfacing the Collar January 6, 2016
tailoring, technique, tutorials, Veronica 1940s Coat Veronica Coat Tutorials: Sewing the Pockets & Catchstitching January 5, 2016
events, finished projects Finished Project: 1870s Plaid Evening Bodice & The Social Daunce Irregulars Holiday Ball November 29, 2015
finished projects, pattern line Finished Project: Natural Form Gala Gown for Costume College August 18, 2015
1910s, vintage magazines 1916- Fashions for Warm Days: What she will Need Most for the Country and Seashore July 15, 2015
18th century, finished projects, sewing Finished Project: The Polonaise Jacket Ensemble July 13, 2015
1940s, Air Raid Suit Sewing, extant garments, Extant Garments, vintage clothing, wwii Extant Garments: WWII Air Raid Suit or Siren Suit July 8, 2015
Uncategorized ONLY DAYS LEFT! OverAttired Vintage Kickstarter – Vintage Clothing Store and Event Space in Oakland, CA! May 19, 2015
Air Raid Suit Sewing Air Raid Suit Sewing: Attaching the Front Bodice to the Front Slacks May 15, 2015
Air Raid Suit Sewing, how to Air Raid Suit Sewing- Back Pockets, Pants Seams, and Pants Tabs April 23, 2015
Air Raid Suit Sewing, how to Air Raid Suit Sewing: Making Tabs & Attaching Them to Sleeves April 21, 2015
Air Raid Suit Sewing, how to Air Raid Suit Sewing- Making Flat Felled Seams (Or Faking It) April 9, 2015
1880s, Uncategorized New Website, More Smooth Sailing Trousers, and Update for E-Pattern Backers March 9, 2015
Wearing History Clothing Wearing History Clothing: Updates for 3rd Week in December December 16, 2014
Wearing History Clothing Video Blog: Post-Kickstarter Update + Tips for Aspiring Designers November 19, 2014
1930s, 1940s, 1950s, fashion history A Primer: 1930’s-1950’s Trousers & Pants For Women September 11, 2014
free patterns, knitting Free Victorian Knitting Patterns: 1854 Men’s Traveling Cap + Knitted Flowers September 5, 2014
suit a long, Uncategorized Part 8: Suit A Long- How to Hem the Skirt- Guest Post by Ally May 30, 2014
Sophie 1899 Jacket, tailoring, tutorials Tailoring How-To: The Pad Stitch & Prepping Collar Pieces January 15, 2014
Sophie 1899 Jacket, tutorials, Uncategorized Video Blog: About “Sophie” and Victorian Patterns January 10, 2014
vintage patterns De-Coding Vintage Patterns: Part 1- McCall Patterns & The Advent of the Printed Pattern December 9, 2013
1870s, costumes, sewing, Uncategorized Finished Project: A Tissot Inspired Ensemble November 27, 2013
1940s, crocheting, free patterns Free Vintage E-Pattern- Adorable Autumn Acorns Crocheted Border November 6, 2013
catalog scans, fashion history Vintage Inspiration: 1936-1937 Winter Blouses & Skirts October 30, 2013
1930s, events, sewing Finished Projects: A White Pique Sports Dress & A Men’s Sports Coat, Circa mid 1930s September 2, 2013
18th century, sewing Finished Project: HSF #16- Separates- 18th Century Silk Petticoat August 13, 2013
1930s, catalog scans, hats, millinery, Uncategorized Beautiful Spring + Summer Hats from 1930 June 13, 2013
1940s, pattern line, samples, Uncategorized, wwii Introducing the Newest Pattern! WWII Home Front Overalls May 3, 2013
1900s, edwardian, hats, how to, millinery, vintage magazines How to Make a Modish Hat, 1904 April 27, 2013
1900s, edwardian, fashion history, fashion plates, vintage magazines The Practical Shirtwaist, 1904. April 26, 2013
1900s, edwardian, fashion history, Uncategorized, vintage magazines Shirtwaist Designs, 1904 April 25, 2013
1930s, 1939, catalog scans, fashion history Textile Inspiration- Pairing Dress Fabrics, 1939 April 21, 2013
1930s, sewing, wedding, wedding dress Finished Project: Jenn’s Wedding Reception Dress March 20, 2013
1870s, corsets, costumes, sewing, underwear, victorian Finished Project: Blue Corset from 1868 February 10, 2013
1930s, 1937, 1938, catalog scans, fashion history Keeping Warm in the 1930s: Rain and Snow February 2, 2013
1890s, pattern line, sewing, tailoring, victorian Finished UFO Project, and a Peek at Things to Come… January 28, 2013
1930s, 1937, 1938, catalog scans, fashion history, outerwear Keeping Warm in the 1930s- Overcoats! January 18, 2013
1930s, 1937, 1938, catalog scans, fashion history, forgotten fashion, stockings, underwear Keeping Warm in the 1930’s- Socks and Stockings January 17, 2013
1930s, 1937, 1938, catalog scans, fashion history Keeping Warm in the 1930’s- Knit Underwear January 14, 2013
Uncategorized IMPORTANT! USPS Shipping Price Increases- Especially International Shipping! January 7, 2013
1940s, outfit posts, vintage, vintage clothing, vintage collection Outfit Post: New 1940s Plaid Suit! January 5, 2013
1900s, edwardian, fashion, fashion history, hats, vintage magazines December Pretties- Millinery & McCall’s Magazine 1908 December 1, 2012
1930s, outfit posts, samples, sewing Finished Project: Autumn Floral Smooth Sailing Blouse November 23, 2012
1900s, edwardian, fashion history, Uncategorized, vintage magazines Miroir des Modes, October 1907- Blouses November 19, 2012
1900s, edwardian, fashion history, vintage magazines Mirror Des Modes- October 1907 November 18, 2012
events, indiana jones, outfit posts, photos, Uncategorized High Adventure- Indiana Jones Style November 15, 2012
1900s, 1912, catalog scans, edwardian, fashion history, vintage magazines Autumn Suits, Bedell Catalog 1912 October 29, 2012
1900s, corsets, edwardian, fashion history, vintage magazines Pretty Corset Ads from The Delineator, 1905. October 28, 2012
1910s, 1919, catalog scans Inspiring Images- John Wanamaker New York- Fall & Winter 1918-1919 October 11, 2012
1900s, 1910s, fashion history, vintage magazines Paris is Dancing Mad: McCall’s Magazine, September, 1913 September 24, 2012
1950s, disneyland, events, outfit posts, vintage clothing, vintage collection A Vintage Visit to Disneyland September 21, 2012
fabric, flea markets, hats, shopping My New Goodies- Purchases Made at The Vintage Marketplace September 12, 2012
1900s, corsets, edwardian, vintage magazines Corsets and Dogs- Images from Good Housekeeping 1909 August 29, 2012
1940, 1940s, outfit posts, sewing, vintage Finished Project- The “You Were Never Lovelier” Fringey Dress August 27, 2012
Uncategorized Introducing “Resto-Vival” Patterns and the Cordelia Skirt is Now Available! August 17, 2012
1930s, drafting, draping, events, sewing Finished Project: The 1930s Gold Classic Film Dress August 11, 2012
1870s, costumes, events, sewing, truly victorian, victorian Finished Project: The 1870s Green Plaid Bustle Dress August 9, 2012
1870s, costumes, sewing, truly victorian, victorian Busy, Busy, Busy- and Lots of Sewing July 24, 2012
1920s, old photos, sportswear, swimwear, what real people wore What Real People Wore: Swimsuits, 1926 July 12, 2012
1930s, 1940s, books, designing, drafting, draping, sewing Favorite Vintage Sewing and Pattern Drafting Books June 25, 2012
1930s, 1940s, pattern line, samples “Rita” Shorts- Official Pattern Preview with Pictures! June 20, 2012
1870s, books, costumes, gardening, sewing, truly victorian Bustles, Books, and Gardens April 25, 2012
1910s, 1912, edwardian, history, vintage magazines The Astor Baby- McCall’s Magazine, September 1913 April 14, 2012
modern patterns, pattern reviews, sewing Finished Project: Simplicity 1872 by Cynthia Rowley April 9, 2012
1890s, costumes, fashion history, hats, millinery, Uncategorized, victorian, vintage magazines This Easter’s Hats and Bonnets- Ladies Home Journal- April, 1897 April 6, 2012
1900s, 1910s, edwardian, how to, sewing, technique, tutorials Tutorial: Attaching Laces to Each Other & Gathering Lace April 4, 2012
1910s, edwardian, how to, lace, sewing, tutorials Tutorials: Basic Lace Insertion by Machine April 3, 2012
1900s, 1910s, costumes, edwardian, review, sewing Finished Project: 1917 Checkerboard Ruffle Dress March 30, 2012
1900s, 1910s, 1910s Blouse, edwardian, Extant Garments, vintage collection Extant Garments: 1910s White Blouse IV March 28, 2012
1900s, 1910s, 1910s Blouse, edwardian, extant garments, Extant Garments, vintage collection Extant Garments: 1910s White Blouse Part III March 27, 2012
1900s, 1910s, 1910s Blouse, edwardian, extant garments, Extant Garments, fashion history, vintage collection Extant Garments: 1910s White Blouse Part II March 26, 2012
1900s, 1910s, 1910s Blouse, edwardian, extant garments, Extant Garments, vintage clothing, vintage collection Extant Garments: 1910s White Blouse March 24, 2012
outfit posts, thrifting, vintage collection Outfit Post: Welcome Spring in a Red Dress March 22, 2012
1900s, old photos, what real people wore What Real People Wore: 1900s Family Photos from Erin of The Consummate Amateur March 21, 2012
1900s, 1910s, edwardian, old photos, what real people wore What Real People Wore: Edwardian Inspiration March 14, 2012
1900s, 1910s, 1912, cooking, edwardian, vintage magazines A Saint Patrick’s Day Luncheon- 1912 March 13, 2012
1900s, 1910s, 1912, edwardian, fashion history, vintage magazines French Dames in Boudoir and en Fete- 1912 March 12, 2012
1910s, 1912, edwardian, fashion history, vintage magazines 1912 Illustrators Answer How Future Women Can Dress Better March 7, 2012
1900s, 1910s, edwardian, pattern line Pattern Preview! Cordelia- Circa 1909-1914 Edwardian Skirt March 3, 2012
1939, 1940, catalog scans, hats Catalog Inspiration: In Fashion Headlines with Hats- 1939-1940 February 16, 2012
1910s, 1911, corsets, edwardian, fashion history, underwear W.B. NuForm and Reduso Corsets, 1911 February 2, 2012
1910s, 1912, catalog scans, corsets, edwardian, fashion history Catalog Inspiration: 1912-1913 Corsets January 30, 2012
1930s, 1939, 1940, 1940s, catalog scans Catalog Inspiration: Fall and Winter Coats- 1939-1940 January 25, 2012
1900s, edwardian, sewing, vintage magazines Practical Help for Inexperienced Sewers, 1907 January 17, 2012
1880s, costumes, sewing, truly victorian Finished Project: 1880s Bustle Dress and Hat January 7, 2012
old photos, what real people wore What Real People Wore- A Few 1920’s Photos and Some Thoughts January 4, 2012