Re: [h-cost] Clothing order sent to London from Virginia in 1759
Deb Salisbury wrote: Wow, that's fascinating! She did know exactly what she wanted. 20 pounds was an enormous price at the time, something like $320, I think, before inflation. -- Wowzers, that WAS a pricey order! The book I'm reading is Volume 3 of a 7-volume biography of George Washington written by Douglas Southall Freeman in the late 1940s. Incredibly fascinating stuff! Oh, boy, it took some time to scare up all 7 volumes, especially the one covering the Revolution. But it was well worth the hunt! I highly, highly recommend this series. It should be required reading in every American school. A lot of libraries seem to carry them; check them out! ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
[h-cost] Clothing order sent to London from Virginia in 1759
Hello, gang. During my nightly reading I discovered this snippet about a clothing order sent to London, placed by a well-to-do Virginia planter's wife in 1759: “Hose and shoes – these of the smallest fives – a black mask, perfume, six pairs of kid gloves and six of mittens, and a multitude of small articles.” “Her particular want was of a negligee gown and coat of salmon-colored tabby with satin flowers and a cap, handkerchief, tucker and ruffles to match or blend. These were to be of Brussels or point lace at the stiff price of 20 Pounds Sterling.” Interesting, eh? Oh, by the way, the well-to-do Virginia planter's wife was Martha Washington. ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
[h-cost] Help! Really want to copy an outfit from the movie Scrooge
Hello, all. I have questions about a beautiful outfit I saw in the 1970 version of the movie “Scrooge”. The lovely Edith Evans portrays the Ghost of Christmas Past, and enters so beautifully dressed! I have to copy it. I know, it's Hollywood (okay, Shepperton), but it's just so lovely I'm willing to give up the authenticity factor. I managed to get some still photos off the DVD. They're on my Flickr site: http://www.flickr.com/photos/24767089@N06/sets/72157629192291315/ Now, the questions. The book was published in 1843, but doesn't give Scrooge's age. That makes it very hard to guess what year the Ghost of Christmas Past originates. Scrooge was a little boy, but how many years have passed? Ms. Evans appears to be wearing a bronze or green silk gown and a pannier, with a red wool overcoat or overdress with a peplum. What would the gown underneath have looked like? Am I even close in my guesses of what I'm seeing? Thanks, Michelle ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Help! Really want to copy an outfit from the movie Scrooge
Thank you, Joan! That's a big help. ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Need help identifying furs
Many thanks to everyone for their help! The furs were identified and sold on the same day, and are now on their way to loving new homes. Michelle ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Need help identifying furs (Success! And now for sale, if anyone's interested.)
Well gang, I went to Macy's fur vault on Monday and lucked out. Their furrier specialist from Chicago was available on site today, and was happy to look my fur pieces over. Here are the pictures again: http://www.flickr.com/photos/24767...@n06/sets/72157625297457400/ or http://tinyurl.com/2cc3hdz The light-colored piece is Stone Marten, and the darker piece made of the smaller critters is Palm Marten. He said they were both in good shape, and perfect for re-purposing. Now that I know what I'm dealing with, is there anyone out there who would like one or more of these for re-purposing? I don't want to charge as much as the furrier suggested, so how about $25 for the Stone Marten and $20 for the Palm Marten? You can contact me privately at mpl...@wideopenwest.com Thank you for all your help! Michelle ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
[h-cost] Help identifying 2 fur pieces.
As suggested, I measured both fur pieces. The lighter one appears to be two critters attached at the center. Each piece measures 19x4. I measured several of the darker ones, and they are all about 16x3, nose to tail-tip. Do any of you reenactors out there have a use for these? I don't do fur myself, but I'm certainly not going to waste perfectly good mystery fur! It would probably make very pretty trim on something. Besides, if I sell them maybe I can buy some swell wool or something. LOL Michelle ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Need help identifying furs
On 11/03/2010 03:50 PM, Land of Oz wrote: I'd also say marten/sable for the dark one and the lighter one looks like fox. Here is a web site with a lot of photos of various fur bearing animals http://www.chichesterinc.com/category2.htm I think you're right, although I can't tell what sort of fox I have. Thanks! Michelle ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
[h-cost] Need help identifying furs
Hello, all. I was given two fur pieces (to be worn around the neck, I assume), and would like some help identifying them and to find out approximately what they're worth. I don't personally wear fur, but it seems a shame to waste them if someone could use them for a costume. I put pictures of them in my Flickr page: http://www.flickr.com/photos/24767...@n06/sets/72157625297457400/ Any help would be appreciated! Thanks, Michelle ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] OT Padley Martyrs (was What would my ancestor have worn?)
Thank you, Kate! Gotta save up on those airmiles; I have some digging to do! Michelle ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
[h-cost] What would my ancestor have worn?
Hello, everyone. A cousin of mine is tracing the family tree and hit the jackpot. I'm a direct descendant of the builders of this manor: http://www.padley.catholicweb.com/ My ancestor is Joan Padley, and she lived in the 14th century. I'd love to know how Joan would have been dressed, but I'm not quite certain how she places on the socioeconomic scale of the times. Here's some of the information from the website: The manor house at Upper Padley was built in the late 13th and early 14th centuries. It is situated on the north bank of the River Derwent, within a mile of Grindleford Bridge. The original owners came from Normandy with William the Conqueror. Their family name was De Bernac. They were given the lands of Padley, Grindleford and Hathersage by William for services rendered. They settled in Upper Padley, where their descendants started to build. They eventually changed their name to Padley. When the sole heiress, Joan Padley married Robert Eyre of Highlow, there was already a fair sized manor house. Robert Joan extended the buildings including the gatehouse. I would be grateful for any help. Thanks! Michelle ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Online fabric store having 50% off everything sale
Whoo, thanks, Fran! I just scored a gorgeous rayon cherry print! ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Gray Line Linen
Hooray, the site's up and running again! Look at all the goodies! Michelle ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Vinegar, yuck!
Might it be the dye? Woad supposedly stinks to high heaven, maybe this is related. If baking soda doesn't work, soak in cheap vodka, as many use it as a deodorizer. And I have both in the house, so I'll give that a try. Thanks to you both, Kimiko and Sharon! Michelle ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Vinegar, yuck!
Are you sure it is vinegar and not cat or dog pee? Either can leave a lingering sour smell. There are some cleaners specifically for that, at pet stores.. No pets, Dawn. Urgh, I'm glad it isn't that! Michelle ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
[h-cost] Vinegar, yuck!
Hello, all. I purchased a lightweight denim jacket dyed a dark blue. It's lovely, but reeks of vinegar! I've washed it three times, and the smell lingers on. Any ideas? TIA, Michelle ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Villager shirtwaists
Thank goodness they weren't in vogue when I was a teen. Whoo, with my short legs, it wouldn't have been a pretty sight. Michelle yes, but we were thinner then! LynnD On Sun, Jul 5, 2009 at 8:27 PM, Michelle Plumb mpl...@wideopenwest.comwrote: Good grief, those godawful horizontally-striped pants! Please, tell me people didn't actually wear them! Michelle in SE Michigan, who after seeing those pants is glad she missed the 60s. ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] 1960 hippie fashion
Man, imagine being forced to wear a skirt all the time! Especially with these brutal Michigan winters. B. After seeing how SHORT skirts got, I find it quite boggling that schools objected to the full-length ones! You'd think they'd be relieved at all the covering up. LOL LynnD, apparently you and other uppity girls of your generation are responsible for the comfort my generation enjoyed in our school days. Thanks. Michelle - They still didn't like the granny dresses for another year or so, or so my younger brother said. He paid attention to fashions because I had been strident (I'll admit to strident, even harping) in trying to get more variety allowed in clothing at school - minis in 10th grade, maxis, grannys, and pants later. Yes, I was one of those fringe-wearing kids who asked how what we wore impacted how well we learned. LynnD ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Villager shirtwaists
Good grief, those godawful horizontally-striped pants! Please, tell me people didn't actually wear them! Michelle in SE Michigan, who after seeing those pants is glad she missed the 60s. ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Corset for a man
Andy Warhol wore a corset after he was shot. For the rest of his life, I think. Michelle ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] silent film era scrap book
Wah! I wanna see all those lovely films but I live in Michigan! Wah! ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Photos of abandoned garment factory (or forgive my spelling)
That's a very depressing sight. Michelle ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Help with OT Costume
Ooh! Ooh! I vote Harry Mudd! Don't forget to have a pocketful of Tribbles! ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
RE: [h-cost] 1620 dress images?
http://www.tudor-portraits.com/DianaCecil.jpg I've seen plenty of slashing on sleeves, but this is the first picture I've ever seen with slashing on the skirt! Michelle ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
[h-cost] Hilarious greeting cards using famous paintings
Hello, gang. I was at my local bookstore this afternoon to buy a new journal and came across the funniest greeting cards! I had to buy a few, just for future use. Here's their webpage: http://www.quipscards.com/ Enjoy, Michelle ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Your dream costume
A Robe a la Francaise sewn and embroidered by Bjarne, complete with corset, pannier, stomacher, hat, cap and purse. Sigh, just a dream. Michelle in Michigan ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] robe a la francaise grande panier.
Bjarne, that's breathtaking. Please ask her to take lots of pictures of her wearing it! Michelle ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Looking for wide velcro
Thanks so much, folks! I found what I needed. Michelle ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
[h-cost] Bjarne's upcoming Inspiration article.
Bjarne, there seems to be some confusion about which issue you will be appearing in. I sent in a pre-order for issue August issue #57 (as you mentioned), and was told that issue #57 wouldn't be available until 23 Jan 2008. Has there been some sort of mixup? Michelle, looking forward excitedly to your feature! ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
[h-cost] [Fwd: Mamma Mia! Italian Velvet Sale!]
Hello, all. Anyone planning an Italian Renn gown in the near future? I found this message in my inbox this morning. I have no affiliation with Haberman Fabrics, just a very happy customer for many years. Michelle ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
[h-cost] Mamma Mia! Italian Velvet Sale!
Sorry folks, I heard my forwarded message didn't go through. Here's the text version (Italian Renn folks take note): Just Arrived! Mamma Mia!!! Such Bellissimo ITALIAN VELVET 30% OFF 4 DAYS ONLY Thursday thru Sunday, March 1-4 Don't miss this great buy on Haberman Fabrics VERY SPECIAL PURCHASE of incredible decorator velvets. Solid and cut styles in contemporary and traditional designs. Fabulous for furniture upholstery and accessories, like pillows, runners and more. Plus coats, capes, jackets, purses and totes. For amazing period costumes too. Special Introductory Price only $25.98 or $27.98 per yard Regular retail values of this fine quality velvet to $80 per yard, With cut order values to $160 per yard. HABERMAN FABRICS everyday low price is just $36.98 or $39.98 per yard Luxurious VELVET ON SALE in our Special Occasion Department Soft and sensuous VELVET knows no season for beautiful shirts, skirts and dresses, pants, scarves, shawls and jackets. 25% OFF Rayon Silk, Polyester, Solids, Prints Devoré Styles 40% OFF SELECT VELVETS A selection of Cotton Velvets, Devoré Styles, Designer Velvets Prints 25% OFF VELVET RIBBONS Velvet Accents for your garments, purses, home accessories, hair ribbons and craft projects. See you soon! Your friends at Haberman Fabrics 905 S. Main Street Royal Oak, MI 48067 (248) 541-0010 http://www.habermanfabrics.com ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] dress type
I don't know what sort of dress this is called, but some of those ladies are showing an awful lot of ankle! ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
[h-cost] An interesting book find.
Hello, all. My spinning guild had its annual garage sale Saturday. You never know what you're going to find there. I dove into a pile of books looking for treasure, and came up with something interesting: English Domestic Needlework of the 16th, 17th and 18th Centuries, by Preston Remington, curator of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, published in 1945. All the photos are black and white, but the detail is very good. The verbal descriptions fill in the blanks. And it only cost me 2 dollars. I've been contemplating a 1680s-ish gown for a while, and there is a stunning example in the book: Late 17th century gray wool with brown and blue striped edged in red. Embroidered throughout in silver-gilt thread. The gown in complete, and the closeup of the embroidery is all the information I need. It's a monumental embroidery task, but would be well worth the effort. Michelle ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] An interesting book find.
Yes, that's the dress! Thanks, Suzi. The color photo will help a lot. Michelle ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
[h-cost] Pattern making books
Hello, all. I've been sewing for myself for a long time, and decided it might be time to make a few of my own designs. I never follow sewing patterns to the letter anyway, they're just a launch point. Can anyone recommend good pattern making books? Thanks, Michelle ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
[h-cost] Period-correct yarn colors for US Civil War
Hello, all. A friend is knitting a capelet for someone who works in the Gettysburg battlefield area, and wants to make certain her yarn is a period-correct color. What colors would have been appropriate? Thanks, Michelle ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
[h-cost] Dharma Trading wants fabric suggestions!
Here's our chance, folks, to help Dharma Trading carry some really costume-worthy fabrics! Michelle Expanding Our Fabric Collection Attention fabric lovers! We are continuing to expand our selection of fabrics aiming for a 'plethora' of fabrics instead of our current 'lots and lots'. To that end, we are asking you, our most valued and esteemed customers (who are also very intelligent and shockingly good looking, by the way) to weigh in on what new fabrics you would like to see us add. Wool fabrics? Bamboo fabrics? Fabrics woven from the back hair of a yeti, perhaps? Whatever! Please send any suggestions to the following e-mail address and we will consider all your ideas. [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Sorenson OT +
I know how you feel, Bjarne. My family research hit a wall too, due to a language barrier and a revolution. My great-great-great--(forget how many greats) grandfather left France in 1786 (3 years before the French Revolution) for Canada at the age of two. I don't speak French, and even if I did the odds of any records surviving the Revolution probably aren't good. On the other hand, a cousin has traced my great-great--(again, forgot how many greats) grandmother, Lady Anne Gosse, to 1660s England. I think we have an SCA persona here! I can borrow her name and craft a history based on the info my cousin dug up. Michelle, seeing the cup half-full. ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] robe a la francaise
Dear Bjarne, I hope the lucky recipient of the dress sends pictures wearing it! Michelle ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] embroidery teckniques of 18th century
Ooh, and my birthday is next month! Thanks for the info, Bjarne. Michelle ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Redingote (Was: what would you do with 14 yards of wool?)
Thank you! The Sense and Sensibility pattern is perfect. Just needs a couple of tweaks to get the exact look I want. Michelle, happily contemplating her new winter coat. ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
[h-cost] Redingote (Was: what would you do with 14 yards of wool?)
Speaking of the redingote, does anyone know if there's a pattern for a 1789 redingote, pictured here? http://www.fashion-era.com/images/Coats/red1789a.jpg I have some lovely wool that's been waiting for the right coat, and this is definitely it! Thanks, Michelle ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] why renaissance and not 18th century?
Bjarne, why not start your own discussion group about the 18th century, focusing on clothes? I'll bet plenty of us here would love to join. Michelle ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] House of Chanel
What I wouldn't give to see that series, Bjarne! Even if I couldn't understand what they were saying, it would be enough just to see all that eye candy. Sigh. Michelle in scorching Michigan, USA ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
