The Amish absolutely do not limit themselves to natural fibers, and from my observation, are often wearing poly or cotton/poly blends. And they do make use of technology...cell phones even from what I've been told. It's just what they can have in the home vs what they can have in the barn to run their businesses. There are differences. And also -- they are business savvy. If you ever get a chance to visit Lancaster County -- and even the stores the Amish frequent -- you will see what I mean. Candace Perry A PA Dutch chick
-----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Frank A Thallas Jr Sent: Wednesday, July 09, 2008 2:30 PM To: 'Historical Costume' Subject: Re: [h-cost] FLDS vs. Amish I imagine this varies, like color choices, from group to group - some groups (I know the organizational word, but darned if I can think of it!) are much more strict than others. Liadain THL Liadain ni Mhordha OFO "You get a wonderful view from the point of no return..." wildernesse, the Outlands http://practical-blackwork.blogspot.com http://www.flickr.com/photos/liadains_fancies From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Stacey Dunleavy Sent: Wednesday, July 09, 2008 10:20 AM To: [email protected] Subject: [h-cost] FLDS vs. Amish I was under the impression that the Pennsylvania Amish wear only natural fibers. At least the ones selling their cheeses and baked goods in NYC were wearing cotton twills pants, skirts, and bibs with cotton broadcloth shirts. _______________________________________________ h-costume mailing list [email protected] http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume _______________________________________________ h-costume mailing list [email protected] http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume _______________________________________________ h-costume mailing list [email protected] http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
