The 1950s “Sisters” Costume from White Christmas Update: We now sell a pattern inspired by this costume here in paper format, and here as a …
My Blue 1950s Dress from “White Christmas”!
1950s
Queen Elizabeth’s Gowns at Kensington Palace
Hello, Ladies! The last time I was in England in 2009, I casually picked up a book in the Victoria & Albert Museum giftshop on …
Tea at The Ritz and the Victoria & Albert Museum
Hello, Ladies! I’ve been absent from the blog for a few days simply because I’ve been seeing so many new places, but I just had …
An Ivory Eyelet 1950s Dress
Vintage Butterick 6835 1950s Pattern Review Last year I happened upon a charming vintage 1950s dress pattern (Butterick 6835). It had a lovely curved seam …
First Ladies’ Gown Collection at the National History Museum
The First Ladies’ Gown Exhibit at the Smithsonian, Washington, D.C. On my recent costume trip to Washington, D.C., I spent some wonderful moments  at the …
Two of My Dresses in Threads & Vogue Patterns Magazines
Hello, Ladies! The last few months I’ve been looking forward to seeing two of my 1950s dresses in print! 🙂 In early January I received …