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Interpreting Women's Lives during the American Civil War

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Sharksmouth 2018 Day One

Another great event organized by Jessica Craig. This time it was in Manchester-by-the-Sea Massachusetts. The Sharksmouth Inn was built in 1867; but we didn’t let a couple of years dissuade us. The house is wonderful. The scenario for the event was an open house weekend for the Curtises, the original builders of the house. We interpreted friends and family of the Curtises visiting their new abode.         […]

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White Summer Basque Bodice and Skirt

Recently I attended another Genteel Arts workshop on a White Summer Basque Bodice. I love this garment. It is an informal piece, intended for home wear or other informal events. As usual, originals were available for inspection. I decided to base my bodice on an original in the collection of Carolann Schmitt. I’m sorry I have no photos of the complete garment; however, I have images of a sleeve and […]

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