Period Costumes 1840

1) Our fabric: 100% cotton calico (We specialize in producing 100% cotton costumes) ,However, some other sellers sell similar dresses in cheap polyester. Our cotton dresses are worth owning. 2) Package include:dress, white bonnet and white shawl 3) ATTENTION: Please check our size chart in the third image (suggest to order a larger size) 4) Reminder: There is a hidden zipper on the side of the dress, unzip it before putting on. 5) Dressing for School plays or want to dress as a colonial lady th... [Read More]

This is a reproduction of a classic text optimised for kindle devices. We have endeavoured to create this version as close to the original artefact as possible. Although occasionally there may be certain imperfections with these old texts, we believe they deserve to be made available for future generations to enjoy.

Discover the antique roots of modern quilting, and take a peek inside Bill Volckening's quilt collection (from the 1840s to 1970s). Patterned for the first time with full instructions, 12 antique and vintage projects invite you to remake them in your own style with modern techniques, rotary cutting tools, and templates. Learn to appreciate the handwork and character of yesterday's quilts from an expert who has collected and studied them for more than 25 years.

Making a home on the range, the pioneer woman costume is a long sleeved prairie styled dress with an attached apron. It includes a bonnet hat. Boots and basket with flowers not included.

Fashion has always been a cultivating force.  And during the 19th century―a time of great change―fashion was a powerful component in the development of American society.  Through dress, average individuals could step beyond class divisions and venture into the world of the elite and privileged.  Beginning in 1840, with the advent of the daguerreotype, that moment could be captured for a lifetime. In Dressed for the Photographer, Joan Severa gives a visual analysis of the dress of middle-... [Read More]

The official companion to the Masterpiece presentation on PBS, Victoria delves into the private writings of the young Queen Victoria, painting a vivid picture of the personal life of one of England’s greatest monarchs. From the producers of Poldark and Endeavour, ITV’s Victoria follows the early years of the young queen’s reign, based closely on Victoria’s own letters and journals. Now explore this extensive collection in greater depth, and discover who Victoria really was behind her up... [Read More]

Size Details: Size:S US:4 UK:8 EU:34 Bust:90cm/35.43'' Waist:72cm/28.35'' Sleeve:50.7cm/19.96" Length:143.5cm/56.5" Size:M US:6 UK:10 EU:36 Bust:94cm/37.01'' Waist:76cm/29.92'' Sleeve:60cm/23.62'' Length:144cm/56.69'' Size:L US:8 UK:12 EU:38 Bust:98cm/38.58'' Waist:80cm/31.50'' Sleeve:60.3cm/23.74" Length:144.5cm/56.89" Size:XL US:10 UK:14 EU:40 Bust:102cm/40.16'' Waist:84cm/33.07'' Sleeve:60.6cm/23.86" Length:145cm/57.09'' Size:XXL US:12 UK:16 EU:42 Bust:106cm/41.73'' Waist:88cm/34.65'' Sleeve:... [Read More]

The #115 Ladies Regency and Romantic Era Corset pattern from Laughing Moon Mercantile includes two styles of corset and chemise. The designs are from the period of 1805 - 1840 and are for intermediate sewing skill level. There are Misses sizes 4 - 40 included in the same envelope.