Welcome to another installment of Martha Mondays as I prepare for my upcoming presentation What Martha Washington Might Have Worn. This is an ongoing historical fashion project in celebration of the 250th anniversary (Semiquincentennial) of the Declaration of Independence (July 4, 2026). Today I will be sharing 18th Century Panniers. The French word pannier translates to basket maker. Specifically the side-slung baskets carried by pack animals such as donkeys. In the 18th century ... View the Post
Mount Vernon in the Winter
Today is President's Day and I could think of no better post to share with you that my recent visit to Mount Vernon in the Winter. In late January most of the country fell under a blanket of extremely cold weather. I had planned a research trip to Virginia that occurred during this time. Putting on all our cold weather gear Mr. Decor and I set out to see the home of George and Martha Washington. Mount Vernon in the Winter Members of the Washington family first acquired ... View the Post
A Peacock Colored Regency Spencer
During the recent snowmagedon I kept warm by working on A Peacock Colored Regency Spencer. It was made from lovely wool that must have been delicious. Project Inspiration I wanted to use up some peacock colored wool that I have had in my stash forever. So I turned to Pinterest. This lovely wool and silk spencer features wonderful satouche details. Alas, I did not have enough wool for a collar. A beautiful pink worsted wool Spencer. A beautiful felted ... View the Post
Exhibit of Emma and Pride and Prejudice Costumes
This past Saturday the Jane Austen Society of North Texas hosted Celebrating Jane Austen’s 250th Birthday in Fashion. The event included a talk by esteemed Regency era historian and author Hilary Davison as well as an Exhibit of Emma and Pride and Prejudice Costumes. Exhibit of Emma and Pride and Prejudice Costumes I arrived early at the AMA to photograph the costumes. They are temporarily on loan from NBCUniversal Archives & Collections. The free museum exhibit, Dressed for ... View the Post
1750s Casaquin Jacket
Hello sweet friends! This post will be part of an ongoing historical fashion project in celebration of the 250th anniversary (Semiquincentennial) of the Declaration of Independence (July 4, 2026). Today I will be sharing a newly sewn 1750s Casaquin Jacket as well as 18th century undergarments. What Might Martha Washington Wear All over the United States there will be many events to celebrate the Semiquincentennial branded as America250. I will be giving a presentation featuring ... View the Post
A Bonnet For Jane Austen’s Birthday
Today is a very special day 250 years in the making. To celebrate I have created A Bonnet For Jane Austen's Birthday. On December 16th, 1775 Jane Austen was born in Steventon, Hampshire to parents, Reverend George and Cassandra Austen. There were already six siblings in place. The eldest of the eight Austen children was James, followed by George, Edward, Henry, sister Cassandra, brother Francis, then Jane and lastly Charles. All Things Jane Jane Austen wrote some of her major ... View the Post
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