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    The finished mourning dress

    October 30, 2022 / 1 Comment

    Mourning accessories turn this black Victorian dress into a mourning costume. I made a short cape, a hat and a veil plus some extra things.

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    kk
  • Belle Epoqué negligée
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    A Belle Epoqué Negligée or Victorian comfy clothes

    May 9, 2022 / 3 Comments

    This Victorian negligée belongs to the collection of Espoo City Museum. It is a wonderful piece with lace, ruffles and pintucks.

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    The Amazing mid-1890s sleeves

    March 22, 2022 / No Comments

    I got to study this mid-1890s dress with huge leg-o-mutton sleeves thanks to Espoo City Museum and its curator Suvi Kettula.

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    kk
  • An Edwardian sailor dress
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    An Edwardian girl’s sailor bodice construction

    June 16, 2021 / 2 Comments

    I bought an Edwardian bodice and replicated it for my daughter. With a simple skirt and some accessories she now has a full outfit.

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    kk
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    Two Victorian dresses in close-up

    May 9, 2021 / No Comments

    I got to study two Victorian dresses from the 1890s at the Espoo City Museum and I took my camera with me.

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  • Bashlik
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    A Victorian bashlik hood at Espoo City Museum

    April 9, 2021 / 3 Comments

    I was invited to study the genuine Victorian bashlik hood at Espoo City Museum.

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