And For Some Lace Trim…

November 28, 2021November 28, 2021 / Karin McKechnie-Lid / Leave a comment

It’s no secret that I love antique lace but it’s wise to have sources of high quality modern reproduction lace as well! This is cotton thread embroidered on matte poly net…it really has the look and feel of antique early machine’d lace. This is a ten yard piece, hard to find!

Lace Trim Cotton Ivory Color 6 1/2 Inches Wide Sold by the | Etsy

In stock and ready for immediate shipment!!!! Ivory scalloped edge lace in cotton. Lace measures roughly 6 1/2 inches wide, from the bottom of the scallop to the top edge. Each scallop measures roughly 2 inches wide. Lace is sold by the yard. Everything we list, we have in our warehouse ready for

Something New…

November 27, 2021November 28, 2021 / Karin McKechnie-Lid / Leave a comment

Another gorgeous length of silk, it’s not just a silk stripe, it has a nicest textured woven stripe for a little interest between all that sage green. I’m seeing a pretty 1880s bustle bodice/overskirt with enough left over for skirt bows.

Silk Taffeta Yardage Green/old Gold Stripe 56 Inches Wide 4 | Etsy

Silk taffeta with alternating medium green and old gold stripes. Can't you imagine this draped over your most fashionable panniers or bustle, and theres enough here to make it. 56 wide, first quality. This is a 3-yard lot. This yardage is in stock and ready for immediate shipment- prices are going up

For the Perfect Shirtwaist…

November 26, 2021November 28, 2021 / Karin McKechnie-Lid / Leave a comment

Can’t you see this as an 1890s shirtwaist and skirt? This is one of my favorites…it’s nearly a periwinkle blue with white woven stripe and super soft. There’s enough here for ALL of your “Anne of Green Gables” puffed sleeves needs.

Blue & White Pinstripe Cotton Shirting Yardage 58 Inches Wide | Etsy

In stock and ready for immediate shipment!!!! Blue and white striped cotton shirting fabric, 58 inches wide. This is perfect for shirts and blouses as well as historic costuming- this fabric is perfect 1890s and 1900s shirt waists (we recommend Folkwear and Black Snail patterns). Fabric sold in

And For Something Different…

November 16, 2021November 18, 2021 / Karin McKechnie-Lid / Leave a comment

Sent the jacket fronts down the hall to Adam so he can pad stitch the lapels as I whip up a pair of stripey pajamas so we can get ready to get out to Tombstone for some old house fun. We have a plan, just have to stitch it to win it!😉