Somewhere in Time, Unlimited presents: Design Studio - Costume Alchemy June 30, 2012 King County Library |
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SITU Design Studio.
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On this day, members and friends of SITU gathered at the library for a most fascinating presentation by a number of different historical costumers. Many had been costuming for a long time, while others have been costuming for a shorter time period. Each presenter brought in examples of garments. Today's Design Studio focused on what someone could purchase from a thrift store, ebay, or sew, in order to put together an outfit for an event or gathering. Our "Alchemy" Design Studio was hosted by Miss Sharon and Miss Shirley. (Left) A few participants were looking through design boards in advance. |
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The tables contained beautiful examples of costuming ideas
and books to consult.
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Our presenters brought in the most amazing assortment of goods. This beautiful hat had been purchased by One day, while she was cruising another Lucky finds indeed... |
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Hats by Queen Julia
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Participants of today's Design Studio were encouraged to write a question onto a little card provided, and tuck it onto the board. The questions would be posed to the What a terrific idea! |
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Before the Design Studio began, all were encouraged to enjoy Miss Sharon brought her beautiful teacup collection for us to use!
(Front row, L-R) Miss Kathy, Miss Sharon |
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Miss Shirley (in turquoise) answers a |
Miss Mary is an instructor in our area. |
Miss Mary showed us how to alter a shirt. |
Miss Joan is holding up a fine vintage shawl. |
Queen Julia is a recent addition to historical costuming.
Here, Queen shows us how she creates her fantastic hats...
Voila! |
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Miss Pippin (blue) sits in rapt attention, while |
Miss Patty is showing her husband's Regency jacket.
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Miss Patty explains that she look a long wool coat, and with a little creative imagination, converted the coat into Regency-era tails! |
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Here is another example of Miss Patty's handiwork. She has reinvented the use of a pretty blazer, then added an equally smart striped skirt. |
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Miss Agnes is another professional instructor and long-time
historical costumer. In this example, she is describing the "swimming costume" she had created a few years ago. She offered a few suggestions how, if she were to sew this pattern again, she would make different decisions regarding adjustments and openings. |
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When creating an 18th century garment, we learned that historical costumers frequently use the fabric from quilted duvet covers as petticoats, to replicate the quilted petticoats worn in the 1700's. |
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Here, Miss Agnes shows us different 18th century garments. | |
Lady Paisley makes a presentation using accessories.
Will you use short gloves, or long? |
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What a darling jacket. I think it has "Pippin's name" all over it! Thank you for visiting our page. If you'd like to learn more about this fun We look forward to meeting you soon.... |
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Updated Nov 15, 2012 | |