Lynn McMasters shows you how to make three different styles of 1912 straw hats, just in time to go down with the ship in fabulous style!
Historical periods
Titanic Straw Hats
Fashion Forecast: Jan - March 1812
A closer look at fashions for Winter 1812 from Ackerman's Repository and La Belle Assemblée, presented here to aid DPP hopefuls!
Fashion Forecast: Jan - March 1912
Janyce Hill has once again consulted her collection of antique magazines to pass on authentic, specific 1912 fashion trends & styles.
1910-14 Velvet Evening Gown 4
Sunny finishes her deciphering of a black velvet Teens evening gown, with the bodice opening and velvet tabard.
1910-14 Velvet Evening Gown 3
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Sunny continues her examination and deciphering of a black velvet Teens evening gown, focusing on the bodice and sleeves.
Making a Close Bonnet of c.1810
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The bonnet is the iconic accessory of the early nineteenth century: Serena shares how to construct a Close Bonnet of c.1810.
Fashion Forecast: Oct-Dec 1812
A closer look at fashions for Autumn 1812, gathered from the pages of Ackerman's Repository and presented here to aid DPP hopefuls!
Fashion Forecast: Oct-Dec 1912
Janyce Hill of the Vintage Pattern Lending Library gives us the fashion forecast for October, November and December 1912.
Constructing a Late 18th c Calash
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The calash bonnet is one of the most intriguing 18th century accessories. Serena makes a historically accurate example.
Paper Wigs 2
In Part 2, Lynn shows how to make several more hairstyles, add the finishing touches, and make the wigs removable.
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