Today's post is over two years in the making. I cannot even begin to tell you how excited I am to share Nellie Oleson's Silk Polonaise Dress. What's The Big Idea As many longtime readers are aware I began seriously sewing a little over three years ago. I had begun volunteering at the Farmers Branch Historical Park here in D/FW as well as at the Little House on the Prairie museum site in Independence, Kansas. As a result, I wanted to dress in a more authentic manner. This was also about the ... View the Post
Sewing A Laura Ingalls Pioneer Dress
Hello sweet friends! Happy Fashion Friday. Over the past few years, many lovely souls have commented that I should be sewing for television. I am always deeply touched but am well aware that there are many, many other amazing seamstresses who are far superior for such a job. But when asked, I couldn't say "No." So I have been Sewing A Laura Ingalls Pioneer Dress for television. Schoolteacher Eliza Mott and students in Carson Valley, Nevada. Hold On To Your Bonnets Today's post, along ... View the Post
Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree
Hello sweet friends! So many of you asked if we would be making another dance video this year. I couldn't say, "No" so let's begin Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree. This Year's Outfits I absolutely adore this year's retro-inspired fashions. The starting point was this darling fabric graciously given to me. The Patterns For the dress, I used view 2 of Simplicity 3528. The pattern was purchased from my friend Tanya. She has a fabulous Etsy shop. I think this dress requires ... View the Post
Lessons With Laura The First Four Years
Hello sweet friends! Welcome to Lessons With Laura The First Four Years. This is the tenth post in an eleven-week series. You can find all of the Lessons With Laura posts HERE. Lessons With Laura The First Four Years In this post, we will feature two readings from The First Four Years along with some accompanying activities. We will be looking at a pinner apron, planting holiday paperwhites, and share how picnics were prepared in the Victorian era. This post ... View the Post
Lessons With Laura Little Town On The Prairie
Hello sweet friends! Welcome to Lessons With Laura Little Town On The Prairie. This is the eighth post in an eleven-week series. You can find all of the Lessons With Laura posts HERE. Lessons With Laura Little Town On The Prairie In this post, we will feature two chapters from Little Town On The Prairie along with some accompanying activities. Chapter 5: Working In Town Chapter 9: Blackbirds We will be taking a look at my collection of antique fashion magazines and ... View the Post
All Hallows Eve
Hello sweet friends! Will you be celebrating All Hallows Eve? On my daily walks with Gracie, I learned that most of the children in my neighborhood will be coming by to visit Storybook Cottage this evening. Mr. Decor has set up a table and we will place our candy on it. (I'll share a photograph later today on Instagram.) Hopefully, the first kid with a large bag will not wipe us out. Smile. I'd love to hear your ideas on how you plan to socially distance but still celebrate ... View the Post
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