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| winglo |
Posted - April 16 2011 : 3:12:38 PM
My daughter needs a colonial-style (1750-1800, I guess--LOTM time) dress for the big 3rd grade event they have at the end of the year at her school. I've been looking online at various sites--they seem pretty pricey! I thought maybe some of you re-enactors might be able to give me some contacts or suggestions for where to go to get an authentic (at least authentic-looking) dress for a reasonable price--because kids grow out of things so fast!! Thanks! |
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| winglo |
Posted - May 05 2011 : 7:28:40 PM
Unfortunately, she needs it by the end of May. They've been studying colonial America and then have a day when they all dress up and "do colonial America," I guess. Anyway, thank you to everyone for getting involved. I actually found someone who is going to make her dress, but $50 seems to be the cheapest going rate.
As far as prom (still 9 years away), it will be much cheaper as my policy is. . .she can go if she wants, but I'm not buying her dress. She'll have to pay for her own. |
| Seamus |
Posted - April 26 2011 : 2:53:08 PM
WW--you will see her (Irish Maid) Saturday....look her stuff over for Winglo and maybe you can pick something up for her. (Also, maybe Dammer's Katie has something she has outgrown? Or maybe you will run into some blanket stuff at Ft. Fred and can negotiate a donation?)
When does she need it Winglo, end of year, right? Lots of time yet..... what size does she wear, how tall is she, slim, chunky, what? I will also keep an eye open Friday and Saturday when I am there (Don't worry, WW....I will make NO commitments until you have stamped it with with your seal of approval!)
Maybe you ladies can collaborate on it?
Just a suggestion........(You can trust WW explicitly, Winglo, believe me.) |
| Wilderness Woman |
Posted - April 26 2011 : 12:51:17 PM
If I had the time, Winglo, I would whip something up for you quickly and cheaply. Unfortunately... I don't. Too many other sewing orders on the docket.
You might check with the owner of "Irish Maid" to see if she has anything used (and therefore cheaper) that might fit your daughter. She has a trade-in policy, so you just never know. |
| Fitzhugh Williams |
Posted - April 25 2011 : 6:43:29 PM
Or wait until the wedding!!! |
| Seamus |
Posted - April 25 2011 : 6:09:38 PM
HA!!!! Wait til Prom time if you think $50.00 is too much for a wear-it-once dress!!!! Been there TWICE!!!!! (My girls were worth it, though!) |
| RedFraggle |
Posted - April 25 2011 : 5:58:48 PM
It'd probably cost you more than $50 to make, anyway, if you had to buy all the material and notions. My sewing projects (when I have time for them!) always end up costing more than I expect.... Good luck! And good luck with that licensing exam! |
| winglo |
Posted - April 25 2011 : 4:29:40 PM
Thanks, WW. I'm finally getting back here. (I'm studying for a licensing exam, so lose my mind sometimes.) Anyway...I used to sew, but never enjoyed it. I mend and hem things up now, but know that I wouldn't have the skill or patience to do it myself. Thanks for the link. I know what she SHOULD be wearing. It looks like I won't be able to find anything anywhere for less than $50, which is such a waste for something she'll wear one time. But, if I have to decide between spending the money or spending the time, I'll spend the money, I guess. |
| Wilderness Woman |
Posted - April 16 2011 : 7:24:26 PM
Do you sew? Do you know someone who sews? If so, I can direct you to a pattern.
Let's see... 3rd grade. So, she's about 9? This is the style she should wear: The first one on this page --
Back Lacing Gown
I would not worry about the shift. |
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