Hello sweet friends! Welcome to a very fun Fashion Friday. Today I am sharing the still photos of my most recent sewing project HARRIET Creating Emma's Muse.  Who Is Harriet? Harriet Smith is the beloved friend of heroine Emma Woodhouse from the book Emma written by Jane Austen. The 2020 film was directed by Autumn de Wilde. The amazing costume designs were created by Alexandra Byrne. While watching the film my daughter fell in love with the ensemble worn by Harriet when Emma paints ... View the Post

Hello sweet friends. Welcome to a historic Fashion Friday. Today's post features a Bridgerton Inspired Beaded Regency Gown. Bridgerton Inspired Beaded Regency Gown Back in late February, a severe snowstorm shut down the state of Texas for several days. Many, ourselves included, were without power and water for several days. I spent my days helping neighbors in need and hand-beading a Regency-era gown. It was inspired by the lovely dresses featured in the recent Bridgerton series on ... View the Post

Hello sweet friends.  Over the years I have lived in upstate New York near the Canadian border, Ramstein, Germany, and Northpole, Alaska (near Fairbanks). I am well familiar with cold climate living. Here are some Victorian Tips For Staying Warm In The Winter. Victorian Tips For Staying Warm In The Winter Layering clothing is the key. Many people not used to the cold do not consider this. In our modern world, people often wear minimal layers and just raise the thermostat. This is ... View the Post