Do you have a fabric stash? Well, if you are somewhat like me, you have one and usually don’t use any of those fabrics. Often they just don’t quite fit the project at hand. But I made it a point to use some of the fabrics I own and make some garments out of it …
The Victorians had quite a fascination for nature, incorporating prints of flowers and animals into their dress. Often even incorporating the real stuffed animal to the outfit. While I’m a little appalled by the latter, I really get the fascination for nature. Since I’m living in the city, I’m dearly missing the sound of singing …
An important part of historical fashion are the undergarments. It not only ensures that the expensive outerwear does not lie directly on the body, increases comfort, but also that the desired silhouette is achieved. Padding to create more volume, to shape the body optimally and to set the scene is therefore nothing new. In …
What completes the feeling of historically correct sewing more than using a 100-year-old treadle sewing machine? In my eyes, not much. For this reason, I was on the lookout for a machine for a while, until I received one as a gift, in the hope that I would use it again, and it wouldn’t just …
Have you also heard many times that you need to find your drawing style to stand out from the crowd? I’ve heard it often enough. Especially as a textile designer, I’ve also been told the other way around that I’ve lost my style. I would have always said that I am still searching for my …
It’s summer, and what could be better than knitting a woolen jumper? Sounds crazy at first, doesn’t it? But knitted sweaters don’t always have to be super warm and made for winter. 1940s fashion offers some short-sleeved knitted sweaters, and you can also find many knitting instructions for them. I was particularly taken with a …
While researching late 18th-century fashion, I stumbled upon a digitized yet original tutorial for a Victorian Cycling Sweater. I have been a big fan of the narrow waist and voluminous sleeves of late Victorian fashion for years. Since I was looking for a knitting project, I decided to make this sweater. The Characteristics of a …
The first of April is not only April Fool’s Day but also International Tatting Day. To celebrate it appropriately, I thought of learning the tatting technique. Especially since I’ve wanted to do this for years. The History of Tatting Tatting lace is also called shuttle lace in German. This name refers to the tool used, …
