Category: wedding
18th century Breeches
I finished up the adjustments on the mock-up of Jeremy’s breeches in some leftover black corduroy material. My fiance has bravely said he will wear 18th century dress for our wedding! Being me, I...
Wedding shoes arrived!
When I started planning my wedding both Jeremy and I decide to each splurge on one fancy item to go with our 18th century outfits. He chose a court sword. I chose shoes. Go...
Wedding corset sneak peek
I took a couple photos of my wedding corset in progress. I made a design decision not to do a very high back for ease of dancing and I think it looks nice this...
Wedding diary: petticoats galore
I started the short petticoat, for under the wedding gown, which I have seen called a decency skirt. “An under-petticoat that isn’t very wide and a bit over knee-length, worn between shift and stays....
Pocket hoops almost complete
Here is a preview of the pocket hoops sans weights. They are very comfortable and a hoot to wear around the house. I love how they fold up so neatly. I didn’t want to...
Pocket hoops in progress
I’ve started work on some 18th century gowns. I’m of course starting with the undergarments. Not being one for plain white anything I of course picked a lovely silk to match my current 18th...
Wedding diary: started our own outfits
I’ve started the wedding outfits! I’m still debating between two different silks for the gown. I’ve sent out the request for an estimate to get matching shoes made. I hope to start the grooms...
