Hello sweet friends, are you ready for the long holiday weekend? Today is a special Fashion Friday that includes some fun Merry Making Ideas inspired by the March family.
“Now and then, in this workaday world, things do happen in the delightful storybook fashion, and what a comfort it is. Half an hour after everyone had said they were so happy they could only hold one drop more, the drop came.” ~ Chapter 22 of Little Women.
Merry Making Ideas
Recently, a few of my costuming friends and family members gathered together to celebrate with a Little Women inspired holiday tea (linked below).
We recreated a few iconic scenes of the four March sisters and their beloved Laurie.
The guests included Megan (@scomeg) Dixie (@dixiediy) Sweet Guy, Mr. Decor, Michele (@posingpretty) Tiffany (@stitchinaddiction) and the Fashionista.
Our Meg was the first to arrive.
She was so darling in her Zouave jacket and full skirt that Tiffany made.
Her beautiful green bonnet was created by her mom, Michele.
Michele also came early and slid right into her role as Hannah the beloved cook.
Although the Fashionista was named after the character Beth she says she relates more to the artistic Amy.
Her beautiful fan front dress was also created by Tiffany of Stitchin’ Addiction.
I got so choked up over this precious photo of Tiffany and Alyssa Lou.
Dixie’s late 1860s gown was absolutely breathtaking!
You can watch the video about how she made it HERE.
Mr. March and Laurie looked so handsome!
We had a lovely time trimming the small tree and enjoying 1860s inspired foods.
This Week’s Video
This short video features all of my lovely guests in their 1860’s Little Women inspired attire. As well as a hilarious look at the tea party. Enjoy!
If you click on the words YouTube in the lower right hand corner it will open in a larger viewing window.
My Gift To You
Over on my Instagram account I am having a Little Women themed giveaway. It includes several hand crafted items. Be sure to visit and enter!
I hope you have enjoyed the Little Women holiday series.
From our home here at Storybook Cottage…
We wish you all a very Happy Holiday, Merry Christmas and a Healthy New Year!
After creating 10 Little Women Holiday inspired posts and 6 videos I am ready for a long winters nap.
Laura
Little Women Holiday Posts and Videos
All the posts and videos have been gathered here for easy reference.
Beth’s Basket and Domestic Experiences
Little Women Inspired Christmas Craft
A Dress and Bonnet For Marmee
A Little Women Holiday Inspired Mantel
Jo’s Scribbling Cap & Crafting Mini Artbooks
Little Women Inspired Holiday Home Tour
A Waistcoat For Laurie and Mr. March
Hannah’s Apron A Beginner Sewing Project
Little Women Inspired Holiday Tea With Recipes
Accompanying Videos
Just click on any of the video images to be taken to YouTube for a larger screen or watch here by clicking the red arrow.
Laura, or shall I say Marmie, I have absolutely loved following along on this beautiful journey.
Merry Christmas to you all!
Love,
Ann
Love it! Hope you’re enjoying this holiday season and looking forward to the new year, dear Laura.
Amalia
xo
Oh, this post was such a treat! Thank you. My 9 year old granddaughter and I have watched two of the versions of Little Women and she really enjoyed them. She kept up with the characters and asked questions along the way! She and I also gave a Christmas Tea for her mom, grandma, auntie and myself. What fun to introduce children to the “old ways” of celebrating.