Last month I made my annual journey to Oamaru for the Victorian Heritage Celebrations and, as always, I had a fantastic time. I got to catch up with and spend time with friends and acquaintances that I’ve made over the years, and made new friends. I successfully organised and presented the Historical Fashion Show for… Continue reading Oamaru Victorian Heritage Celebrations 2019: Part I
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A Lovely, Low Key Easter Part II
Continuing on from Part 1... Once we returned to the boat sheds Edan and I said see you later to Lily, Arthur, and Bob. We walked through the Gardens to Cunningham House, which is a Victorian conservatory with lots of plants that made me feel very small! We hadn't walked very far when we happened… Continue reading A Lovely, Low Key Easter Part II
A Lovely, Low-Key Easter Part I
Unlike last year, this year's Easter in Christchurch was a quieter affair with only a handful of us taking part in various activities. That's not to say that it wasn't a great weekend, of course, I had a wonderful time. A low key long weekend was just what I was needing after months of stress… Continue reading A Lovely, Low-Key Easter Part I
Oops, I Did It Again Part I
I got distracted by the 1890s. Actually, let me rephrase that - I fell for the 1890s again. And in a big way. It started out innocently enough, with the decision to dress in the 90s for Easter instead of my original plan which had been utilising my 1880s tartan capsule wardrobe. It should have… Continue reading Oops, I Did It Again Part I
Progress on Mum’s 1890s Plum Outfit
You've already seen the petticoats that I've made for my Dear Mama and since then I have been busy working away on more of her outfit. Here's a quick update on the progress I have made so far. Starting off with another undergarment, I have made Mum a chemise to wear under everything. I used… Continue reading Progress on Mum’s 1890s Plum Outfit
