Tag Archives: Hobbies

Quick 18th century apron and neckerchief

Posted on March 29, 2011 by Cynthia Griffith

I have a possible private costuming event coming up in late April or early May, and I wanted to get as much finished as I could. One of the things I had on my To Do list was an apron … Continue reading →

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A quick update: Blogger, Downton Abbey, Sewing, etc.

Posted on March 28, 2011 by Cynthia Griffith

I just wanted to do a quick update — I’m hoping to have a better update or two this week, sometime. Sewing I’ve been staying very busy.  I’m trying to keep sewing, although I’ve not been as productive as the … Continue reading →

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Week-long 18th century petticoat sewing spree

Posted on March 20, 2011 by Cynthia Griffith

After the tea event, I decided I had enough fabric — not to mention the drive — to get cranking and start sewing like a madwoman. I decided to start working on the 18th century petticoats.  I used Koshka’s instructions, … Continue reading →

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A tea gathering and fabric gifts

Posted on March 14, 2011 by Cynthia Griffith

This past Saturday, some of the members of my private 18th century costumers group decided to get together. Not everyone was able to attend, sadly.  In fact, we were a little nervous we wouldn’t have very many at all, but … Continue reading →

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A Sewing Day

Posted on January 31, 2011 by Cynthia Griffith

Saturday, I attended a sewing meet. I’ve sewn with others before, but this was one of the first times I’ve gathered in a larger group for a sewing day. What I worked on I actually ended up bringing my second … Continue reading →

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My first embroidery project: 18th century pocket

Posted on January 20, 2011 by Cynthia Griffith

Finally!  It took me a little longer than I’d wanted, but I finally finished my first embroidery project!  I took a short break to enjoy the holidays, and then my husband and I re-organized things and did a little cleaning … Continue reading →

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Very thoughtful and helpful gifts this year!

Posted on December 29, 2010 by Cynthia Griffith

My wonderful mother-in-law, Mary, helped me mark a few more items off of my 18th century costuming list this Christmas! I’ve been feeling a little overwhelmed with everything I need to make for my first costume, as well as my … Continue reading →

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My first 18th century pocket hoops completed!

Posted on November 30, 2010 by Cynthia Griffith

It seemed like it took a while for me to complete the 18th century pocket hoops, but I had some other things to do first and waiting for supplies to arrive. Actually, the pocket hoops went quicker than I expected … Continue reading →

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18th Century Pocket Hoops and New Embroidery Frame

Posted on November 24, 2010 by Cynthia Griffith

A few days ago I started hand sewing my 18th century pocket hoops.  I’m using the pattern from Corsets and Crinolines by Norah Waugh.  I have one of the pocket hoops finished so far and am about to start the … Continue reading →

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Looks like I’m getting into embroidery

Posted on November 15, 2010 by Cynthia Griffith

I know I mentioned in my last entry that I didn’t plan on doing any embroidery for a long time, but it looks like I have no choice in the matter.  I’m already getting hooked. I ordered the hoop boning … Continue reading →

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