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Mid Century Child’s Chemise

Posted on February 21, 2014 by Mrs Marvel

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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Prado success, on to Costa Mesa

Posted on April 11, 2013 by Mrs Marvel

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 →

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2013 Season

Posted on April 2, 2013 by Mrs Marvel

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 →

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Poppets (traditional handkerchief dolls)

Posted on April 16, 2012 by tattedlace

The word poppet is an older spelling of puppet, from the Middle English popet, meaning a small child or doll. Also commonly known as pew dolls or church dolls, poppets were popular toys for young girls (and boys) to take … Continue reading →

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Posted on April 3, 2012 by Mrs Marvel

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 →

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Posted on March 5, 2012 by Mrs Marvel

My dear Mrs. McCoy, I am overjoyed that you and and your husband will be traveling to our home this spring for a visit. It has been  quite some time since last you were here. I greatly miss our time together with us so … Continue reading →

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The Spring Campaign Has Begun

Posted on April 15, 2011 by Mrs Marvel

April 1861 Dearest Mother, I write to let you know that we are safe. The fighting came close to town as the Union boys are quite infused with the fervor to trounce the Confederates quickly and send them back home. … Continue reading →

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