I have been thinking a lot on sumptuary laws – partly because I am doing some research for a planned project on 17th Century dress, and partly however much changes, so much stays the same. The first example of Sumptuary laws is a curious one A free-born woman may not be accompanied by more than one female slave, unless … Continue reading Modern Sumptuary …is it a thing?
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Buying second hand sewing machines – this one was €45 table included
I will always recommend buying a vintage sewing machine - especially as a first (or back up) sewing machine. They are inexpensive and will last forever (and of course the 'greener choice'). And of course how do you know what's good? I tend to take a chance - basing it on 2 things, cheap and … Continue reading Buying second hand sewing machines – this one was €45 table included
Meet the family
Okay, so sewing machines are not actual family members, and I don’t give them names (but no judgement on those who do, I am lousy with names at the best of times so no point adding more.…. but I do get very attached to them as much as any trusty tool. I attended a lecture some time ago about mental well being and crafting, … Continue reading Meet the family
Ever get the feeling you’ve been cheated
Ever get the feeling you’ve been cheated - When Johnny Lydon said that line back in the 70s, it really encapsulated the feeling of realising something you really believed in, was all of a sudden meaningless….. and an empty cynicism setting in……. that’s how I feel about ‘fashion’. As a teen I devoured Vogue marvelling at different cuts, amazing styling, and beautiful fabrics….I stockpiled magazines and still have some cuttings from then. Fast forward … Continue reading Ever get the feeling you’ve been cheated
Bow Shirt, and Frocktails
I am finally getting to make my way into remaking some of VdeP textile waste. One of the motivations was Frocktails, and this year it was going to be 'up the river', on a large tourist river cruiser, going up to Loch Corrib in Galway. Frocktails was on last Saturday night and the weather was … Continue reading Bow Shirt, and Frocktails
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