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Wearing a muff

Penny — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 00:05:46 GMT

Should I wear gloves, too?

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Can Anyone tell me where I can buy gloves?

Jenny — Sat, 28 Jun 2008 19:10:27 GMT

Hi, I'm looking for some gloves, but not just any gloves. I want thick, cotton, non-stretchy, non-shiny gloves. White, preferably.

I have a few pairs (too small for me now) in our old dress up box, but don't know what they are made of! Cotton, I think, and they are perfect except for their size.

i see gloves at places like Claire's and Icing, but they are cheap looking. I want short, white gloves for my evening dress. Beige is okay too.

Are crocheted (sp?) gloves okay for eveningwear? Any info would be greatly appreciated!

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show and tell

Chelsea — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 18:24:29 GMT

im sitting here ready to pull my hair out, making some of the silliest mistakes while sewing. and then it occured to me how many of us have hemmed a whole circle skirt before we realized we had no bobbin thread? how may of us have sewn things inside out upside down and backwards?

its time to share...

maybe others wont make the same mistakes, maybe it will just spread some smiles...

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Victorian corset workshop

Kendra — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 18:11:02 GMT

The Greater Bay Area Costumers Guild presents:

Victorian Corset Workshop
Date: Sunday, May 18th, 2008 -- 9:30am to 5pm
http://www.gbacg.org/current/victorian-corset-workshop.html

Join Barbara Muran, proprietor of Of Corset for an all day Victorian
Corset workshop! Using Laughing Moon Mercantile's Pattern #100, we
will fit and construct an authentic Victorian corset. Barbara will
also discuss fabrics and linings, busks and boning options, fitting
and construction techniques, and how to lace and care for your
corset. A basic supply list will be sent to students prior to class.

Location: Language Sciences Institute (LSI), 2015 Center Street,
Berkeley, one block west of the Berkeley BART station. LSI has drink
machines but no food. Bring a sack lunch or visit one of the local
eateries for lunch prior to class. Free street parking or paid
parking nearby.

Cost: $27.00 GBACG Members, $37.00 Non-Members for Workshop PLUS
purchase of the kit.

Kit Options: $75.00 for the natural herringbone coutil kit, $100.00
for bleached white or black herringbone coutil, pre-embroidered in a
one-color design with matching satin trim. Kits include pattern,
fabric, and hardware. Kit must be purchased through Barbara's
website prior to the sign-up deadline. See the mail-in registration
form for information on ordering the kit by mail.

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off topic research help

Chelsea — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 01:46:20 GMT

im working on a school paper and im looking for any speeches given by queen victoria or others from the victorian era to or about americans. if anyone has any info or pointers on where to look that would be greatly appreciated.

thanks

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Laughing Moon Corset Class

Liz — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 15:16:41 GMT

JoAnn Peterson & Barbara Muran, of Laughing Moon Patterns will be teaching a workshop on construction of the Dore corset.
Class is limited to 20.
Date: Saturday & Sunday April 5th & 6th.
Time: 10 - 5
Place: Vallejo Musical Theater
Old Historic Post office
823 Marin Street
Vallejo, CA 94590
Fees: $25 class (payable to Liz Martin)
$75 Kit - includes everything needed to make the Dore corset -(payable to Joann Peterson)

What to bring: Sewing Machine, don't forget your power cord or pedal. Extra machine needles, size 12 or 14. Zipper foot if you have one. Extension cord, thread, surge protector if you have one.
Usual sewing supplies, scissors, pins, hand needles, measuring tape, your favorite method of marking on fabric
Ruler, tape (the kind you use to wrap presents), pencil, a couple of pieces of paper- any kind will do
Tapered awl if you have one - teachers will have plenty

This is a 2 day workshop designed to be as flexible as possible for everyone's schedules.
You can come one or both days. This class is perfect for those of you who have been wanting to make your own corset but needed help with the fitting. Please bring or wear a t-shirt that you can fit your corset over.

Brown bag lunch is encouraged. We have refrigerator space & microwave access.

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Starts this week - Building Your Dickens Costume from the inside out

Liz — Mon, 18 Feb 2008 07:28:14 GMT

Get a head start on Dickens! and avoid the pre-season stress!
Know that your costume will pass costume approval with flying colors!

Spaces still available in the first section:
Chemise and bloomers

Start Date: Wednesday Feb 20th - continues for the next 3 Wed nights
Time: doors open 6:30 pm, Class begins at 7 pm.
Place: Vallejo Musical Theater
823 Marin St.
Vallejo Ca
Fee: $20 per class (4 classes), Only $65 if you pay the whole class up front. SAVE $15
There are a few work scholarships available, please contact me privately to discuss this option.
Class limited to 20 participants
you can register on line at:

Requirements/materials needed: sewing machine, sewing machine needles size 10, sharp pins, 3 sharpened pencils, sewers tape measure, extension cord/strip plug, seam ripper, good scissors for fabric cutting, chocolate, caffeine,
Nice to have: Clear ruler, tracing paper,

There will be a materials fee $50: includes fabric, thread and pattern.
We are using Joanne Peterson's Laughing Moon pattern #100

Upcoming workshops will be:
Corset
Hoops & petticoats
Skirt
Garibaldi Blouse
Swiss Belt
Zouave Jacket
Dress
Outer wear

and THEN we'll move into men's wear!

PM me with your email if you'd like to be added to the email info list.

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OT - Historic hair styles

marv — Mon, 14 Jan 2008 15:27:09 GMT

Hello,
My daughter is doing a school project on historic hairstyles 1900-1950. Just wondering if this group has any recommendations for good resources : books, web sites, product....etc...especially looking for hair rats now. Thanks for any advice

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Get ready . . .

Liz — Sat, 19 Jan 2008 07:30:29 GMT

So now that we've all put away our Dickens and the Christmas stuff - are you ready to start thinking about DCF 2008?
Here's the tentative line up for classes;

Chemise and Drawers
Hoop skirt/petticoat
Corset
Garibaldi blouse
Skirt
Swiss belt
Dress
Classes in men's items will be coming as well as a class on distressing clothing and over hauling thrift store finds.
I have talked with Lynn Combs and it looks like Wed nights will be the best. She has graciously offered us space at Vallejo Musical Theater. We'd start at 6:30 or 7 and going till 10 each night. If we can pull it all together starting in mid Feb would be marvelous. I would like to do a large buy for the muslin upfront - that way we can get a really good deal on good quality muslin.
I am not sure how long each section will run as it will depend on class size and also the skill level. There will be a nominal charge to cover the space and also the instructor's time. You will be able to pay on a weekly basis or for the entire section for a slightly reduced rate. Fabric will need to be purchased and prepped ahead of time.

Now give me you feedback. What do you think? What is a class like this worth to you? You will receive personalized classes in learning to sew, professional help with fitting and an environment that will be fun and relaxed. And when it's all said and done your new Dickens clothing will be completed and already approved.
Plus - they don't call it a stitch and bitch for nothing! "Therapy" and opinions will be offered up for free! <grin>

IMPORTANT: this is not just for season sewers. I believe that everyone can learn to sew. You will need a sewing machine - we will have extras at the class but having one at home will be great to keep the classes moving. I am researching the ability for people to rent or borrow machines as well.

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