Her War

Interpreting Women's Lives during the American Civil War

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Sheer Paletot

This is slightly out of order. Carolann Schmitt’s Genteel Arts sheer paletot class was held in October 2016. Another wonderful time with friends, sewing, education and fabric. Carolann provided several photos of original garments and how they were worn. The sheer paletot was not used for warmth, but as an accessory, to change up the look of a dress. It could be worn during the day or with an evening dress. […]

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Black Check Wool Dress

I had planned to have this dress done for Welbourne, but it didn’t happen so it’s first outing was at Remembrance Day in Gettysburg (more about the weekend in the next blog entry). I had found the fabric at Affordable Fabrics in Connecticut for $2.99 a yard. As with several things at this store, you’re never quite sure you have a 100% or a synthetic blend. I did a burn […]

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