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Cape May: The Preparation

Jessica Craig planned another of her wonderful events in Cape May, NJ for September. This was a must attend event for me; Cape May has been on my bucket list for years and a chance to hang out in period clothes was more than I could resist. Before the actual event I needed a new dress, of course. I have had a fashion plate of seaside wear for some time […]

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Broderie Anglaise

How can I get so lucky!! Two Genteel Arts classes in one month! My second class was Broderie Anglaise hosted by the Surratt House Museum in Clinton MD and presented by Carolann Schmitt. This is addictive needlework. We started the class with an overview of broderie anglaise including a wonderful display of original garments with the broderie work and a pattern book. All of the following photos are from the […]

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