Autumn blog sale!

It’s time for another blog sale, readers! This one comes out of necessity, as my parents are selling my childhood home, and I have to move everything to mom’s (we won’t get into the emotions involved with this here ;)). Suffice it to say, I probably will have more stuff to sell in the near future, as I become more able to part with things in the stash.

As usual, here’s how this works: Leave a comment about what item(s) you want. Once you’ve done that, I’ll e-mail you with your total and a shipping estimate (you do have to leave an e-mail address to comment on any posts, but don’t worry, these are never shared!). Unfortunately, at this time, I’m only able to take cash or checks. Sorry for any inconvenience that may cause!

Alright, onto the goodies!

Costumes/Reenacting Clothes:

Reproduction Regency dress made of black and white striped cotton swiss dot lawn, and fully lined with cotton batiste. I wore this once to an event in July 2012, and it’s too small for me. Has an empire waist and closes in the back with a drawstring at the neck and waist. $75. Measurements:
– Waist: up to 28”
-Bust: up to 34”
– Skirt length: 44”
– Sleeve length: 22.5”

Mid-19th century wrapper: Reproduction wrapper made of reproduction cotton print fabric inspired by a piece in the Sturbridge Village collection. I wore this once at an event for a total of probably 15 minutes. It’s just too small for me, and I felt a bit “meh” about it after I made it, so I’d love to pass it on to somebody who could use it! The wrapper has a v-neck, bishop sleeves, piped armscye and waist, a fitted lining made of 100% white cotton, and self-fabric ties. $175. Measurements:
– Bust: up to 34”
– Waist: up to 27.5” with lining hooked
– Sleeve length: 22.5”
– Skirt length: 44”

Reproduction mid-19th century sheer dress made of a barred lavender stripe sheer cotton fabric. Another dress that I wore once and feel “meh” about. Dress has a v-neck, waistband, bishop sleeves with a cuff and sleeve cap with ruffled trim. Closes in the front with hooks and eyes. $190. Measurements:
– Bust: 34”
– Waist: 30”
– Sleeve length: 18.5”
– Skirt length: 40” (with a 6” hem)
– Skirt circumference: 176.5”

Reproduction gored Edwardian petticoat made of 100% pima cotton with a ruffle on the bottom. Petticoat closes in the back with a drawstring. I made this for the Titanic Centennial in April, but never wore it as the circumference of the dress I made was smaller than that of the petticoat. To see more photos (including a back view and close-up of the ruffle) click here. $50. Measurements:
– Waist: fits a 28” best, but because of the drawstring, will fit anywhere from 24” to 33”
Hip: up to 44”
Length: 34”

Apparel Fabric:

Floral printed cotton (almost a twill), perfect for a modern dress. Piece measures 56″ wide by 1 3/4 yards. $10

Tribal-looking border print fabric, perfect for a modern dress. Piece measures 42″ wide by 2 yards. $10

Remnant piece of black and white striped 100% cotton baby rib knit. Piece measures 27″ x 30″, and there are a few scrap pieces in there, as well. $3.

Bright pink 100% cotton shirting fabric (plus thread!). Piece measures 58′ wide by a little over 1 3/4 yards long. $11.

Camel colord sateen. Cotton (97%) and spandex (3%) blend, this fabric would be perfect for a jacket for fall or some cute cropped pants! 50″ wide, 2 yards long. $12

White cotton shirting with light and dark blue dot stripes. Piece measures 46″ wide by 1 yard 30″. $9.

Brown and white cotton striped shirting. Piece measures 58″ wide by 1 and 3/8 yards. $7.

Peach cotton eyelet fabric, originally from Vogue Fabrics Store. Piece measures 59″ wide by 1 and 3/8 yards. $6.

Patterns, $2 each:

Top Row:

-Butterick 4254 (historic corsets), sizes 6, 8, 10

-Simplicity 2365, sizes 16, 18, 20, 22, 24.

-Simplicity 3823 (Special occasion halter dresses), sizes 14, 16, 18, 20, 22.

-Vogue 8701, sizes 6, 8, 10, 12

Bottom Row:

– Simplicity 2508, sizes 4, 6, 8, 10, 12

– Simplicity 2936, sizes 8, 10, 12, 14, 16  SOLD

-Simplicity 2703, sizes 8, 10, 12, 14, 16.