LadyBrower

Good questions. Depends on what you mean by "stocking cap." I'm by no means an expert, but a striped linen workman's cap should be appropriate. There were some elongated knit caps found, but I am not sure if stripes or the very long (think Victorian story book) are accurate. Slops are a whole argument unto themselves... LOL. I believe there is a whole thread devoted to their authenticity. You might have to dig a bit though, me thinks. Sorry, I'm not that much help.

I can get most colors, just let me know what you are interested in. :-)

I'm confused. Most every clothing item is custom made, therefore "your" size. I WILL start carrying baby items, infant shirts, gowns, etc. As soon as I get samples made up and photographed.

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Thanks, love. :-) I just added "slops" and breeches recently. Pockets are up next as soon as I can get myself to take a few pictures... *sigh*

Nice.

' I believe Waugh has a pattern for a jacket similar to this and a photo of an original as well... will check when home from work and post if possible Cool, thank you. So this is more of a Jacket, than a "bodice"? Looking at the lines, it seems similar to the other bodice gown tops. Is it the sleeves that make a difference?

....I didn't know people allowed rum to sit for so long to worry about it going bad. I know every time we get a bottle it certainly doesn't last that long.... :-P

Hm... I think I would own a boarding house or something like it (probably not the right term). Maybe something like this: And I would do everything I do now, cook, bake and sew for everyone. lol.

Haha. Yep. That would work.

mid 17th century: This is a much more informal example...

Hahaha. Thanks for the information.

Depending on the skirt, you can adjust from the top. Or you can cut off the trim, adjust the length and re-attached the trim....

You also need to consider which stay pattern you are using.... Because it might not be exactly the right form. If you are doing a 1660's dress, the 1720 stays probably won't cut it. Then again, I could be wrong....

As a female who loves long and trained skirts... You get used to it. Also the extra length actually makes it easier to move because you can "pick it up" (in many different ways) and still look elegant (or have little boys carry it for you! lol) without showing underskirt unless you intend to do so. I've seen some engravings where the over-skirt is lined with beautiful patterned fabric...<br><br>*shrug* <br><br><br>

Cheeky, did you find anything on the housewife making her own soap? Also, if soap was not widely used, what WAS used?

There is always The Lady's Guide to Plain Sewing http://www.amazon.com/Ladys-Guide-Plain-Sewing-Book/dp/B0029YO9MA/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=miscellaneous&qid=1263762001&sr=8-2

I look forward to meeting this new addition. I'm sure he will add a great deal of charm... :-)

Cool, guys... I too just got a three- quarter bed (antique... for $35 it was awesome). Right now, I have a board down on to support the mattress (Which is in fact, the insides of my love-sac knock off chair) and it's rather perfect. But a rope bed might be just the thing.... :-)

Thanks! That helps. I may start with the starch (Clint has the heavy duty stuff for his uniforms) and see how that works out. Then I can experiment from there...

The next set of stays for myself will be wool. I would really like to try this glue/ past thing. Though, I can't imagine it breaths well, depending on the substance. I may try starching the interlining as well, for an extra stiff form. Both potato and corn starch would have been used... I am guessing corn would be more likely in the states?

oooh. Interesting. Should this be true, bricks would be difficult. Loose tea "packed" into these jars would allow for more efficient use of space.

The buttonholes look very nice, Mr. Roberts. :-)

That is lovely. :-) Thank you for posting that. The heavy embroidery and cording would still allow it to be firm and slightly supportive. It says that the back would probably have been plain linen, but I wonder if that would be corded or quilted as well for stability? I'm interested in the fact that it has very obvious soft, natural curved side seams, as opposed to the angular figure created by stays. It looks comfy....

::::makes an sour-puss, horrific face and a god-aweful sound to match the scarey look:::: Oh, dear GOD! One of those horrors that's endured even still at historical reenactments like F&I and Rev War. :::cringe::: Petticoats that don't cover the ankles, strapless stays over a cookie-cutter chemise that hangs off the shoulder and MAYBE a hat or cap but hair still left down.... Forgive me if I am wrong... But isn't the "ankle thing" a prude Victorian problem? It is my understanding that it is entirely acceptable for GAoP for ankle to be seen, in fact, isn't up to mid calf an acceptable length? Please correct me if I am wrong... Also, Captain, What sort of "glue" would be used for stiffening? I have heard of starching with potato and cornstarch (for petticoats in particular) but what glue would be a suitable stand in for the period?