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Author Archives: Mrs Marvel
Mid Century Child’s Chemise
Originally posted on Notes from the Melody Maker:
I have finished the first installation of practice on the Mid Century Sewing Project as I referenced a couple posts back! The first item I decided to try was the child’s chemise…
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Heritage House – Riverside, CA
Originally posted on Notes from the Melody Maker:
Sunday June 30 we were so pleased to attend the 20th Annual Old Style Independence Day Ice Cream Social at the Heritage House in Riverside, CA. This gorgeous Victorian house has been…
Posted in Events, Pictures, Victorian
Tagged ice cream social, independence day, riverside ca, victorian events
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Extending the life of a dress
Our 19th century counterparts were very good at using every resource until it was completely used up. They didn’t have a local Walmart or Target available to run over and buy a replacement. Stores were sometimes a full days ride … Continue reading
Prado success, on to Costa Mesa
We introduced a new “room” to our household at Prado – a wall tent as our bedroom – so our full household now features a kitchen, parlour, children’s play room and bedroom. It was a lot to set up, but … Continue reading
Posted in ACWS, Civil War, Events, Pictures, SCCWA
Tagged authenticity, awards, Civil War, cute little girls, reenacting
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2013 Season
The 2013 Season for us is beginning this weekend at the Prado Park Civil War Encampment, Prado Regional Park, Chino, CA! We are excited to expand our household a little bit with the addition of a tent/bedroom, and we plan … Continue reading
Victorian style pomanders
If you are looking for a historical craft activity to do with your kids, or just on your own for the joy of it, you might try out a Victorian style pomander. Pomanders were made from citrus fruits pierced with … Continue reading
Slates & Slate Pencils
If you have stumbled across this site because you were browsing historical topics, at some point you likely have come across references to school children using slates to perform their work. We all know (somehow, by osmosis perhaps) that a … Continue reading
Posted in Other, Victorian
Tagged back to school, chalkboard, education, school, slate, slate pencil, tablet, victorian education
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To Mrs. McCoy New York, New York My dear friend, How good it was to visit with you during your stay in Mrs. Brewer’s lovely home. I could readily see that you are in good looks and vibrant health. I … Continue reading
Posted in ACWS, Civil War, Events, SCCWA
Tagged Civil War Reenactment, Costa Mesa CA, Fairview Park, reenacting, Victorian ladies
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Mrs Brewer's Parlour 