Tag Archives: costuming

From Art to Garment

Posted on June 1, 2012 by Cynthia Griffith

I recently did an interview with Jen Thompson of Festive Attyre. I first found out about her when my husband and I discovered her website and were impressed with the costumes she made — many of them inspired by paintings! … Continue reading →

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New bustle gown and recent event

Posted on May 14, 2012 by Cynthia Griffith

This will be a quick update, mainly to share links to photos and information! I finished another costume — this time, a bustle gown. I have all the information and photos of the outfit on the costume page for it … Continue reading →

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Plaid Reticule for In-Progress Bustle Gown

Posted on May 1, 2012 by Cynthia Griffith

I decided to make a quick reticule for a bustle gown I’m trying to have finished for an event in May. I used a Simplicity pattern before, and decided to use it again with some changes. I’m pleased with the … Continue reading →

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No blog updates lately, but I’ve been sewing!

Posted on April 28, 2012 by Cynthia Griffith

I haven’t been posting as much lately, but I’ve been very busy! It actually started getting to me, feeling like I’ve not been productive. Being able to mark something off of my To Do List as well as post photos … Continue reading →

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Sewing for upcoming events

Posted on April 19, 2012 by Cynthia Griffith

I am working on a travel gown for an event coming up in May. The Dallas Ft Worth Costumers Guild (DFWCG) will be riding a train to Ft Worth in Victorian costumes. I decided to work on a new bustle … Continue reading →

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18th century hair accessory for my husband

Posted on April 4, 2012 by Cynthia Griffith

I still need to finish making my husband’s 18th century garments. One thing that’s been sitting around halfway finished was a hair accessory. He won’t be wearing a wig (that is, unless he has to cut his hair), but I … Continue reading →

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Changing focus

Posted on March 30, 2012 by Cynthia Griffith

I finished the main foundation of the chemise a la reine (CalR) yesterday. I still have to sew the sash (not to mention, get the fabric for it), attach the arm ribbons, and also sew the new shift and two … Continue reading →

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My husband, the lady’s maid

Posted on March 26, 2012 by Cynthia Griffith

It’s funny how things work out, isn’t it? My husband would never be in the least bit interested in costuming if it wasn’t for me. However it’s not that he just tolerates the whole costuming thing, but he’s actually slowly … Continue reading →

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My 18th century-esque makeup attempts

Posted on March 20, 2012 by Cynthia Griffith

When I was younger, I wouldn’t leave home without at least wearing foundation, powder, and eyeliner. I couldn’t wear mascara or lipstick (allergies with one, and annoyance with the other), and the rest I just didn’t feel like I needed. … Continue reading →

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Wine & Whist March 2012 Event

Posted on March 16, 2012 by Cynthia Griffith

Our private 18th century costuming group hasn’t been able to get together very much since we’re all so busy, but we managed to throw a little gathering together at the last minute. On March 15, 2012, we attended an evening … Continue reading →

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