Author: Nancy Willett

It’s late March and the weather hasn’t been very conducive to bringing out the spring bonnet, so I spent one Sunday sorting out some closets. One of the things that […]

Collecting antique clothing can be lots of fun and rewarding. To avoid costly mistakes here are some guides to use. Condition: Inspect the fabric carefully, a small tear could mean […]

Did you ever sit down to a blank piece of paper, and have your mind go as blank as that piece of paper? It seems for some reason that I’m […]

The most magical dance of the year was fast approaching and no purchased gown was to be had that satisfied the idea. The annual New Year’s Ball that was held […]

Can you believe that our two main shows have come and gone? Seems like we were just making plans to get them off and running. Both fashion shows have been […]

With the Wall Street Crash, the Depression Era began and with it a complete change in how people dressed. No more reckless shopping for clothing; turning instead to the sewing […]

One of my most favorite designers was Edith Head. Her fashions and clothing styles exudes class and distinction. According to the Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition. 2001-05… 1907-81, American costume designer, […]

In the 1920’s feed sacks for grain were made from an ecru colored muslin material. The name of the company was either stamped on the material or was attached at […]

Having a strong sense of history, every time I start this column, I try to think of something that will be of interest and informational to all. Yes, including the […]