Her War

Interpreting Women's Lives during the American Civil War

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Clothing for Winter Fun: Quilted Hood

In February I plan to attend a winter activities event in Vermont. Activities will include skating, sledding and sleigh rides. In my many years of living history sewing I have managed to do without heavy winter pieces. But now I think I will need to delve into winter sewing. My list includes a quilted hood, wool petticoat,  Balmoral petticoat, canton flannel drawers, wool stockings, mittens, and a muff. Very ambitious, […]

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