How to Clean Antique Lace (and Other Delicate Fibers)
I was recently gifted with a very large bag of antique lace. There are pieces of intricate tatting, lace hems, metallic lace made with the tiniest gauge of copper wire,…
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European Inspiration: London
I didn’t really know what to expect from London. I knew that there would be a lot see and do, but I was nervous about it. Nervous with both excitement…
Mixing Eras: Edwardian Dress Meets 1930s Slip
A client recently emailed me to ask me about a dress that she had. She wanted to wear it for her wedding, but the petticoat needed to have fabric added…
Growing
Things have been growing around here, both literally and figuratively. Rob and I upped our garden plans this year (I’m SO CLOSE to finally getting chickens), and our favorite vegetables…
A Growing Collection
I used to always think I wasn’t one for collections. I’d see photos of seashells, feathers, or other tiny figurines and such that other people collect, and tell myself, “I…