Nearly fifty years after the release of the most popular family story ever told, many of the once-privately owned Sound of Music costumes are now …
1940s
“Let’s Start the New Year Right!” – A 1940s Evening Gown
Happy New Year, dear Readers! In anticipation of the holidays I started sewing a sage green marseilles satin evening gown, but it wasn’t until recently …
A 1940s Christmas Swing Dress
In this week’s installment of the “Christmas dress parade”, I’m going to show you an olive green 1940s dress which I wore yesterday while touring a …
My Green Velvet Christmas Dress
The Green Velvet Dress – “Liesl’s Party Dress” in Christmas Colors It’s the most wonderful time of the year! I LOVE everything about Christmas – …
The Story of Betty Handley – One Girl’s Memories of WWII
This week I have a real treat to share with you! While recently wearing a new 1940s dress of mine to church, a dear lady who …
Liesl’s Party Dress – Announcing the New Pattern!
Hello, Ladies! It is with much excitment that I am announcing the release of my newest pattern, Liesl’s Party Dress! Inspired by the charming costume Liesl …