Today is Shrove Tuesday. The day before Ash Wednesday which then begins the observance of the Lenten fast. This day and the two weeks leading up to it is often marked by feasting and celebration. Most famously in New Orleans here in the states. In Europe, the largest celebration occurs in Italy. May you enjoy the eye candy of Mardi Gras Carnival Costumes in Venice. Mardi Gras Carnival Costumes in Venice The Carnevale di Venezia / Carnevàl de Venexia is the more sophisticated older sister ... View the Post
A Little House on the Prairie Birthday Party
Today is Laura Ingalls Wilder's 152nd birthday. Let's celebrate with A Little House on the Prairie Birthday Party. A Little House on the Prairie Birthday Party From time to time I attend private events such as book clubs, ladies teas, and children's birthday parties. Recently a very special little girl that I met last spring held a Little House themed event at her home. The guests were encouraged to dress up in pioneer attire. Each guest was welcomed with either a sunbonnet or straw ... View the Post
The Historic Holiday Homes of Galveston
Recently I traveled to the delightful island of Galveston located on the Gulf Coast of Texas. There I encountered The Historic Holiday Homes of Galveston. The Historic Holiday Homes of Galveston Every year the East End presents a holiday tour of homes. But this is not just any home tour as the island is home to several of the most significant architectural gems in the nation. Galveston was once the wealthiest city in Texas. It has persevered over the Great Fire of 1885 and the Galveston ... View the Post
A Little House Thanksgiving
Yesterday I had the pleasure of celebrating A Little House Thanksgiving at the gorgeous Farmers Branch Historical Park. A Little House Thanksgiving The event featured numerous activities geared towards children such as making your own pumpkin pies. As well as crafting turkeys out of corn husks. Throughout the park, volunteers shared various pioneer Thanksgiving and harvest presentations. I was thrilled to be placed in the enchanting turn of the century schoolhouse. Dapper ... View the Post
Annual Costume Challenge 18th c. Provencal Gal
Welcome to the reveal of the Decor To Adore Annual Costume Challenge 18th c. Provencal Gal. Annual Costume Challenge 18th c. Provencal Gal This costume was my most ambitious project to date. I wondered if I could sew a chemise, quilted petticoat, Caraco (jacket), scarf, and apron in just three weeks? Would I be able to create all of the historical accessories on a budget? I must be crazy right? In fact, I think they wrote a song about it. Sing with me... Bonjour, bonjour! Look ... View the Post
18th Century Provencal Caraco and Quilted Petticoat
Today in the costuming series an 18th Century Provencal Caraco and Quilted Petticoat will be covered. 18th Century Provencal Caraco and Quilted Petticoat As I mentioned in Mondays post the term petticoat was used to describe both an interior and exterior garment. We now separate the two garments into separate terms, the slip and skirt. Today I will share what an 18th-century woman would have worn as the last layer. The Quilted Petticoat The quilted petticoat came in such fabrics as ... View the Post
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