

"I dyed that day."
The biggest problem I faced in making Scarlett's iconic BBQ dress was the distinctive fabric. The original costume by Walter Plunkett in...


Tucks and Ruffles- An Adventure In Petticoating.
Doing my research, it became evident that the most important piece of a proper 1860s silhouette would be all in the petticoats. Drawing...


"He looks as if he knows what I look like without my shimmy!"
The most basic layer of any 18th century get up is the chemise. Normally highly decorated with lace and frills, your chemise was a thin...


"Hold on, and suck in."
This year for Halloween (yes, I start planning early) I've decided to be Scarlett O'Hara. In particular, I'm going to be making her...