Today's post is over two years in the making. I cannot even begin to tell you how excited I am to share Nellie Oleson's Silk Polonaise Dress. What's The Big Idea As many longtime readers are aware I began seriously sewing a little over three years ago. I had begun volunteering at the Farmers Branch Historical Park here in D/FW as well as at the Little House on the Prairie museum site in Independence, Kansas. As a result, I wanted to dress in a more authentic manner. This was also about the ... View the Post
Wiener Dog Wonderland
Hello sweet friends. I hope you are fully enjoying this sweet, slow season. Are you ready to smile? Then join Mr. Decor and me as we walk through a Wiener Dog Wonderland. Wiener Dog Wonderland These retro-inspired fashions were worn by Mr. Decor and myself simply to bring joy to our kids. It has been almost a year since our beloved Rudi crossed the Rainbow Bridge. We knew that the Christmas of 2019 would be the last with our beloved "Toots" and so many photos and videos were made. As they ... View the Post
Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree
Hello sweet friends! So many of you asked if we would be making another dance video this year. I couldn't say, "No" so let's begin Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree. This Year's Outfits I absolutely adore this year's retro-inspired fashions. The starting point was this darling fabric graciously given to me. The Patterns For the dress, I used view 2 of Simplicity 3528. The pattern was purchased from my friend Tanya. She has a fabulous Etsy shop. I think this dress requires ... View the Post
An Outlander Dress Attends A Georgian Picnic
Hello sweet friends and welcome to a somewhat historical edition of Fashion Friday! I think you will really enjoy this post An Outlander Dress Attends A Georgian Picnic. It features some truly wonderful images of my lovely friends from the D/FW Costumers Guild. Simplicity 8161 I had purchased this Outlander-inspired dress pattern when it was first released a few years ago. I only used the bodice gown pattern pieces. It went together very easily. A beginner could make this with ... View the Post
Lessons With Laura The First Four Years
Hello sweet friends! Welcome to Lessons With Laura The First Four Years. This is the tenth post in an eleven-week series. You can find all of the Lessons With Laura posts HERE. Lessons With Laura The First Four Years In this post, we will feature two readings from The First Four Years along with some accompanying activities. We will be looking at a pinner apron, planting holiday paperwhites, and share how picnics were prepared in the Victorian era. This ... View the Post
A Tasha Tudor Inspired Pioneer Work Dress
Hello sweet friends! Welcome to a very fun Fashion Friday! In just two short weeks Lessons With Laura will celebrate its season finale. If you would like to catch up on the Little House inspired crafts, recipes, and historic fashion all of the posts can be found HERE. To prepare for this event as well as to transition into the holidays I have made A Tasha Tudor Inspired Pioneer Work Dress. A Tasha Tudor Inspired Pioneer Work Dress Even if you don't know Tasha Tudor by name you probably ... View the Post
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