Tag Archives: Sewing

The K Gown

Posted on May 10, 2011 by Cynthia Griffith

If you saw the photos from the last entry, you’ve probably already seen my first finished 18th century costume.  The photos are at the bottom of this entry. Why the “K Gown?” I named it the K Gown after Kaycee … Continue reading →

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Wine and whist evening

Posted on May 9, 2011 by Cynthia Griffith

I finally have my first 18th century costume, and had my first chance to wear it out this past Saturday. La Bonne Compagnie A few of us are part of a private costuming group called La Bonne Compagnie that focuses … Continue reading →

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Gray 18th century embroidered mitts

Posted on May 4, 2011 by Cynthia Griffith

My first pair of 18th century mitts are finally finished! For some reason, the thumbs were giving me fits.  It didn’t help that I was also feeling like I was “all thumbs,” especially on the second mitt.  I was literally … Continue reading →

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Sewing deadline approaching

Posted on April 27, 2011 by Cynthia Griffith

I’m still scrambling to meet my sewing deadline. Our private 18th century costuming group is having a little gathering on May 7th — costumes not required — and I’m hoping to throw together an outfit as fast as I can.  … Continue reading →

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Sewing can be repetitive and frustrating at times

Posted on April 20, 2011 by Cynthia Griffith

Sometimes sewing is a quick, gratifying experience for me.  Other times, I feel like I am doing the same thing over and over again. I’m not talking about the act of sewing in general, but rather perfecting a project. Sometimes … Continue reading →

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Current projects for 18th century costuming

Posted on April 7, 2011 by Cynthia Griffith

I’m trying to finish a few things for an upcoming private gathering with the 18th century costuming group.  One of them is an actual costume piece, and the other is to help with my sewing. 18th century mitts I have … Continue reading →

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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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