Thank you to all those who sent emails, left FB messages and more on Wednesday's post about the Vintage Sewing Center and Museum. It truly is a special place. As promised today's post tells the story of a happy Godwink that was a few years in the making. My Heart Is A Featherweight. My Heart Is A Featherweight In the two and half years that I have gotten serious about historic costuming, I have met the most incredible people. People with a deep passion to share history, talents, fabric, ... View the Post
Vintage Sewing Center and Museum
I recently visited a Mecca of sorts for stitching enthusiasts. This is a story that is a few years in the making. It is a tale of faithfulness, patience, and a sweet Godwink. It all fell into place at the Vintage Sewing Center and Museum. Make yourself a cup of tea for this anecdotal thread is a worthy read. Vintage Sewing Center and Museum Disclaimer: Let me start out by apologizing that all the photos in this post were taken on my phone. I was not prepared to encounter the goodness ... View the Post
A Josephine Bonaparte Inspired Dress
Happy Valentine's Day sweet friends! One of the most enduring romances of all time is that of the Bonapartes. For this special Friday Fashion post, I bring you A Josephine Bonaparte Inspired Dress. The dress was worn to the Napoleon and Josephine Valentine Tea I recently hosted. I have actually wanted to create a Napoleon and Josephine event for a few years. My Pinterest feed often features the Empress. Based on several paintings of her it appears that she had a fondness for ... View the Post
Regency Empire Beidermeier Fashion
Hello sweet friends! Thank you to all who left such kind comments on the Napoleon & Josephine Valentine Tablescape post. As promised here is the Regency Empire Biedermeier Fashion worn by my guests. The terms Regency, Empire, Biedermeier are all used to describe a certain period of time. For clarification on how and when the various terms were used please visit this post. Regency Empire Biedermeier Fashion Liz of The Pragmatic Costumer was very well turned out. I was completely ... View the Post
Napoleon & Josephine Valentine Tablescape
Hello sweet friends! Did you have a lovely weekend? Today DTA is sharing several decor ideas in this Napoleon & Josephine Valentine Tablescape post. Grab a cup of tea as it is fairly photo-heavy. The Entry Setting the tone in the entry is a romantic grouping. Flowers from Trader Joe's are nestled in a vintage hatbox. Napoleon's Farewell to Josephine print by Laslett John Pott sits in a gold frame. Keeping to the rule that mirrors should always reflect something of beauty, can ... View the Post
Saturday Smiles Be My Valentine
Hello, dear hearts! Welcome to a special edition of Saturday Smiles Be My Valentine. Today is a linky party for you share all things Valentine related that make you smile! Big heart eyes for Amber of Follow The Yellow Brick Home for organizing! You also get a sneak peek of the Napoleon and Josephine Valentine Tea I am hosting today for the D/FW Costumers Guild. Saturday Smiles Be My Valentine I've been preparing for the tea for several weeks creating decor and historical clothing. Here ... View the Post
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