Non Traditional Costumes

FIRST EDITION IN ENGLISH OF THE BOOK "LATVIESA CIMDI": "MITTENS OF LATVIA: 178 Traditional Designs to Knit" - 178 unique and beautiful patterns collected in a high quality design book. Author: Ethnographer Maruta Grasmane Genre: Handbook Format: Hard cover Publisher: "Senā Klēts" ("The Old Granary") Published: 2015; Language: English, Dimensions: 28,5 x 16 cm (11" x 6") The book presents 178 samples of mittens, reproduced from the 18th Century originals in Latvian museum collections, their kni... [Read More]

A haunted Halloween bus ride that will have children singing with excitement.THE SPOOKY WHEELS ON THE BUS is a humorous Halloween-themed version of the classic song THE WHEELS ON THE BUS...with a few ghoulish tricks and treats up its sleeves! Count from One Spooky Bus up to Ten Goofy Ghosts as this Halloween ride races through town picking up a few unsuspecting passengers along the way.

Wearable prints are not only a decorative art form but also the product of a range of complex industrial processes and an economically important commodity. But when did textile printing originate, and how can we identify the fabrics, inks, dyes, and printing processes used on surviving historical examples? In Wearable Prints, 1760 1860 (winner of 5 awards, see below), author Susan Greene surveys the history of wearable printed fabrics, which reaches back into the earliest days of the discov... [Read More]

In the busy house of the Svennson family, everyone is getting ready for the Swedish holiday of Lucia Day, December 13. The book tells the story of Santa Lucia through the eyes of three children in modern-day Sweden. It describes their giddy activities, brought to life in colorful, full-page illustrations, and also provides sheet music, recipes, and sewing patterns for the costumes traditionally worn by children on this day, when many Swedish people celebrate the legacy of Lucia and the coming of... [Read More]

Enjoy coloring kimono patterns, botanical accents and inspired costumes worn by fairy tale women and fox spirits.This coloring book features 25 detailed designs of Japanese fox spirits, fairies and Chinese zodiac characters by fantasy artist Meredith Dillman.The paper is standard white 60# bond paper, suitable for colored pencils (markers or gel pens should be used with protective paper placed behind the page). Pages are printed on side only. Each image has a white border so none of the drawing ... [Read More]

This Victorian maid costume can be used at home in the kitchen during cooking or used as waitress uniform,or can be an excellent costume for cosplay,reenactment,fancy dress event.This housemaid dress seems back to the history of late 1800s and early 1900s.Package:1 x Black Dress + 1 x White Apron + 1 x White HeadpieceSize information:S:Bust:29-31",Waist:22-24",Hip:32-34",Fit Height:61-63"M:Bust:31-34",Waist:24-26",Hip:34-37",Fit Height:63-65"L:Bust:34-37",Waist:26-29",Hip:37-39",Fit Height:65-67... [Read More]

Our Kid's Squirrel outfit is the ideal cute Child's Halloween costume. For more squirrel outfits consider any of our Squirrel Costumes for any age.

Traditional chef hat in our easy-care and durable spun poly looks, breathes and has the soft feel of pure cotton. Stain resistant, non-fading and stands up to laundering time after time. No ironing or shrinking gives you a sharp look and hassle-free care.

Are you a Scotland megafan? Maybe you enjoy celebrating Scottish heritage at festivals, renaissance fairs, and other events. If so, this Jacobite Ghillie Shirt is for you. It pairs great with any kilt and is superb for casual events. Shirts like this have been a favorite among kilt-wearers in Scotland for generations. Our Jacobite shirt consists of a loose-fitting cotton-poly fabric with an open collar that is laced with a leather string. While this shirt is made specifically to pair with a kilt... [Read More]

Your child will be the star of the show in this brand new elegant Scottish Princess dress. The bodice is made from lavish dark teal crushed velvet, with intricate gold edging and silk puff sleeves. The full velvet skirt is edged with gold satin and adorned with gold edged hip drapes, and will have your little one dancing through the Scottish heather. Features: clothing quality fabrics; machine washable. Comfortable; no itchy fabrics or trims. Sizes: S-XL COMFORTABLE - WASHABLE - EVERYDAY PRINCE... [Read More]