Historical BelleHello Everyone!! I hope you enjoy this video about how I made an 1930's style dress inspired by the American Girl Doll Ruthie Smithens. Ruthie Smithens is the best friend to Kit Kitteridge whose story is set in the 1930's. The Ruthie doll was released in 2008 in conjunction with the release of the movie Kit Kitteridge: An American Girl Adventure. The only American Girl movie to be released to theaters.
Oh all the American Girl Dolls, I think I am most like Ruthie Smithens based off of looks, family circumstances, and personality. What American Girl Doll are you most like?
This dress is my 1st venture into 1930's fashion and I must say, while I was skeptical if I would like it at 1st, I do really love the 1930's silhouette. I think it suits me well.
Making a 1930s Dress Inspired by the American Girl Doll Ruthie SmithensHistorical Belle2024-01-06 | Hello Everyone!! I hope you enjoy this video about how I made an 1930's style dress inspired by the American Girl Doll Ruthie Smithens. Ruthie Smithens is the best friend to Kit Kitteridge whose story is set in the 1930's. The Ruthie doll was released in 2008 in conjunction with the release of the movie Kit Kitteridge: An American Girl Adventure. The only American Girl movie to be released to theaters.
Oh all the American Girl Dolls, I think I am most like Ruthie Smithens based off of looks, family circumstances, and personality. What American Girl Doll are you most like?
This dress is my 1st venture into 1930's fashion and I must say, while I was skeptical if I would like it at 1st, I do really love the 1930's silhouette. I think it suits me well.
Historical Belle on Social Media: Insta: instagram.com/historicalbelle/?hl=en Facebook: facebook.com/historicalbelle Etsy: etsy.com/shop/HistoricalBelle?ref=hdr_shop_menuL.O.V.E Boat! New video about how I made this dress on my channel now.Historical Belle2024-10-11 | ...Making a 1912 Suffragist Dress on an Antique Sewing MachineHistorical Belle2024-10-05 | Earlier this year I made a 1912 dress with Butterick retro pattern B6093 themed for the American Suffrage Movement. The 1910's were a HUGE time for the American Suffrage Movement. From the 1913 Women's Procession in Washington D.C. and then the start of WWI where women showed the country just how valuable they are.
I had been wanting to make a Suffragist dress for quite some time. I had meant to make it in 2020, but then only got the sash done, so here we are 4 years later, in another election year, and the time felt right. I led a suffrage station during a homeschool day at my old job which gave me a good deadline to get the dress done by.
I made this dress out of white bedsheets and white was the main color suffragists wore. It stood out well in Black and white photographs, provided a unified look, and combated unfeminine stereotypes they were up against.
Ancient Egypt to Taylor Swift: The Historic roots of the “cat lady”: bbc.com/culture/article/20220225-the-batman-the-ancient-roots-of-catwomanIt Took Me Three Years to Make this Dress: Mermaid Formal DressHistorical Belle2024-09-21 | This dress has been 3 years in the making....I was originally going to make this dress in 2020 for my Senior Formal, but when my formal got canceled due to Covid, the fabric, patterns, and plans just sat on a shelf. Some people told me to go ahead and just make it at the time, but I just couldn't bring myself to do it. I would quite literally be all dressed up with no where to go. But I hoped that an opportunity would present itself in the future that would be the perfect time and event to make and then wear this dress to, so I held onto it.
Fast-forward 3 years and my husband and I are planning to go on a cruise to the Bahamas. The last night of the cruise was the unofficial Elegant Night. It was perfect. I would get to wear my mermaid dress upon the sea!! It was better honestly then I could have dreamed. On Elegant Night, everyone put on their best clothes for dinner. My husband wore his tux with tails, and I got to wear my mermaid inspired formal dress, and then I got to feast upon a lovely Italian dinner onboard a cruise ship with my husband was a fantastic experience.
Acoustic Guitar 1 by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0Vloxo Electric Scissors for Crafting #sewing #diy #craftHistorical Belle2024-09-15 | ...Fort Yargo 18th Century Market FairHistorical Belle2024-09-07 | Come with us the the Fort Yargo 18th Century Market Fair. The Friends of Fort Yargo present this event each year at the beginning of April. It is a wonderful weekend full of living history demonstrations, shopping, and activities.
Atlanta Historic Dance provided a historical dance program for the event as well as a short presentation about fashion of the period. To learn more about Atlanta Historic Dance please see our Facebook page: facebook.com/atlantahistoricdance
Fort Yargo was one of three original trading posts built by The Humphries Brothers Trading Company. Fort Yargo, along with another fort at Scull Shoals and a third near present day Commerce, Georgia, were a major attempt to set up an effective series of trading stations among the Upper Creek
To learn more about the Fort Yargo Living History Society and 18th Century Market Fair please see there website here: fylhs.com/market-faire
Historical Belle on Social Media: Insta: instagram.com/historicalbelle/?hl=en Facebook: facebook.com/historicalbelle Etsy: etsy.com/shop/HistoricalBelle?ref=hdr_shop_menuThank you Thesauri Jewelry for this ring inspired by one from 13th century France #medievalHistorical Belle2024-09-07 | ...Thank you so much Thesauri Jewelry for this lovely medieval inspired ring! #medievalHistorical Belle2024-09-05 | ...18th Century Mens BreechesHistorical Belle2024-08-24 | In this historical costume sewing tutorial I will show you how I made a men's 18th century breeches using the Mill Farm Drop Front Breeches Pattern that I got from Burnley and Trowbridge. I had never made breeches before, and I found it rather confusing. So I'm not sure if I did everything right or the correct way, but I did make wearable breeches that look right.
I am trying to recreate the outfit that Roger wears to his wedding with Brianna Fraser in the Season 5 opener of Outlander. I also made a coat that goes with the breeches that I made earlier. I also have a video about make the men's 18th century coat that you can watch here: youtu.be/a9yiM-ie0sI
Historical Belle on Social Media: Insta: instagram.com/historicalbelle/?hl=en Facebook: facebook.com/historicalbelle Etsy: etsy.com/shop/HistoricalBelle?ref=hdr_shop_menuLearn more about @AmericanBattlefieldTrust. Click the link in my bio to get your free magazine!Historical Belle2024-08-23 | ...Dance of the DruidsHistorical Belle2024-08-10 | Members of Atlanta Historic Dance perform a special dance at the end of the Fraser's Ridge Wedding Ball hosted at the Northeast Georgia History Center. This dance was choreographed by the groups director, Kat Nagar. To learn more about Atlanta Historic Dance please visit their Facebook page and website: facebook.com/atlantahistoricdance katpnagar.wixsite.com/mysiteFrasers Ridge Wedding BallHistorical Belle2024-08-10 | The Northeast Georgia History Center is proud to partner with Atlanta Historic Dance to present the Fraser’s Ridge Wedding Ball! Time travelers, both real and fictional, are cordially invited to this extraordinary event inspired by the adventures of the beloved Outlander characters during their time in America. Step back in time and immerse yourself in the world of the Fraser family.
18th-Century Dances: Be enchanted by an evening of 18th-century dance. English and Scottish country dances of the period will be called by Kat Nagar and Chris Wilson of Atlanta Historic Dance.
Wedding Reenactment: Join us as we recreate a scene from the beloved series Outlander as Brianna and Roger wed in front of the historic White Path Cabin.
Historic Cabin: Step into the past as you explore a genuine historic cabin on the premises: the White Path Cabin. Capture timeless memories with photographs in this rustic setting that harkens back to Claire and Jamie’s era.
Blacksmithing Demonstration: Our resident blacksmith, Steven Bartlett, will be providing a blacksmithing demonstration in our historic Hoyt-Herrin blacksmith shop. Learn about blacksmithing practices at the time just like the character Murtagh Fraser used in the New World.
Performance Pieces: The company of Atlanta Historic Dance will also perform several dances that bring the past to life.
Get ready to embark on a journey through time and experience the magic of Outlander at the Northeast Georgia History Center’s Fraser’s Ridge Wedding Ball. Whether you choose to don period attire or modern formal wear, you’re sure to create unforgettable memories as you travel back in time with Claire and Jamie as your guides. Let the adventure begin!Can we get some commotion for the back of the dress?!? See how I embroidered ALL THIS on my channelHistorical Belle2024-08-02 | ...Making an 18th Century Mens Coat Inspired by OutlanderHistorical Belle2024-07-27 | In this historical costume sewing tutorial I will show you how I made an men's 18th century style coat inspired by outlander. I am using McCall's Costume Pattern M7762 which was licensed from the Outlander Series.
I am trying to recreate the coat that Roger wears to his wedding with Brianna Fraser in the Season 5 opener of Outlander because I am organizing a ball on behalf of Atlanta Historic Dance who partnered with the Northeast Georgia History Center to put on the Fraser's Ridge Wedding Ball.
Part of the ball was going to be a reenactment of Brianna Fraser and Rodger Wakefield saying their vows and it was decided that my husband and I would play Brianna and Rodger. So of course, we needed proper outfits.
It was my 1st time organizing a ball, and I feel like I learned a lot. More videos coming soon...
Errigal by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0Dancing the Polka Contra at the Atlanta Historic Dance Summer Soirée. #historicalcostumingHistorical Belle2024-07-21 | ...Making a Historically Accurate Cosplay of Brianna Frasers Wedding Dress from Outlander Season 5Historical Belle2024-07-13 | When I saw Brianna Fraser's Wedding Dress in the Season 5 opener of Outlander, I knew this was something I wanted to make one day. It went onto my Pinterest board, but then not much happened, until the perfect opportunity arrived. Atlanta Historic Dance partnered with the Northeast Georgia History Center to put on the Fraser's Ridge Wedding Ball, which I, as a member of both parties, organized.
Part of the ball was going to be a reenactment of Brianna Fraser and Rodger Wakefield saying their marriage vows and it was decided that my husband and I would play Brianna and Rodger. So of course, we needed proper outfits.
I decided to make Brianna's wedding dress in a more historically accurate manner than the show portrays it as, because that is what I do, and also I want to be able to wear it more places.
I am considering entering this piece in a cosplay competition. What do you think?
It was my 1st time organizing a ball, and I feel like I learned a lot. More videos coming soon...
Errigal by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0Golden hour on my golden birthday. 💛 Thank you @rihoas_official for sending me this dress!Historical Belle2024-06-30 | ...My First Cosplay WigHistorical Belle2024-06-29 | I am making a Brianna Fraser Wedding Outfit Cosplay for the Fraser's Ridge Wedding Ball I am organizing at the Northeast Georgia History Center. To play the part and have the right look, I decided that I needed a wig to wear with the outfit. A friend suggested Arda wigs, as they are of good quality and good prices.
I purchased my own wig and this video is not sponsored by them, but here is there website incase you would like to look at their offerings: arda-wigs.comMaking Ice-Cream the Old Fashioned Way #vintage #fashion #cottagecore #historicalcostumingHistorical Belle2024-06-22 | ...Regency Dream Dress: I finally made my early regency era dream dress!Historical Belle2024-06-15 | ...How to Make an Early Regency Era DressHistorical Belle2024-06-15 | In this historical sewing tutorial I will show you how I made an early Regency Era Dress using Simplicity Pattern by American Duchess S8941 and the American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Dress Making.
This dress is most fashionable for the years 1795-1805. This style of dress has a high empire waistline and is described as a "Round Gown." A Round gown in the regency era can best be defined as a dress with a bodice and skirt joined to create a single garment. Hence, it goes all the way around. It does not open in the front to show a petticoat.
This round gown made of white muslin is very similar to the styles of the Chemise a la Reine that were popular in the decade prior, and certainly take inspiration from the style, but are uniquely their own.
I love how the muslin gathers in this dress and creates a skirt perfect for billowing in the wind. I had dreamed of creating a dress like this for quite awhile now and am very happy to have made one.
Historical Belle on Social Media: Insta: instagram.com/historicalbelle/?hl=en Facebook: facebook.com/historicalbelle Etsy: etsy.com/shop/HistoricalBelle?ref=hdr_shop_menuIts Ren Fair Season!! GA Renaissance Festival Opening Weekend Vlog 2024Historical Belle2024-05-18 | It's that time of year again! Yes! It's RENFAIR SEASON!! We always enjoy our time at the GA Renaissance Festival and this year was no exception! We go just about every year, and we always find something new and interesting to experience and try. We weren't able to go last year, so we were surprised by several new to us additions. I also got to try silk printing for the 1st time and it was magical!!
More about the Festival: Ga Renaissance Festival: garenfest.com
Music in this video: Crunk Knight by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.04F Renaissance Festival and Fantasy FairHistorical Belle2024-05-04 | Come with us to the 4F Renaissance Fair and Fantasy Festival! This was our 1st time at this newer Renaissance Fair. I believe that it only started in 2023. It is smaller, but growing. According to its website the 4F's stand for "Family Fun Fantasy Festival" and that this fair is "where Fantasy meets Renaissance." We enjoyed our day here and found some great venders!
Hunter's Leather Company: facebook.com/huntersleathercompanyCome with Us to MagiQuest!!!Historical Belle2024-04-20 | While looking for things to do on our anniversary trip to Pigeon Forge, TN, we came upon MagiQuest and decided that we NEEDED to go!!
MagiQuest describes itself as "an interactive treasure hunt game. Armed with a magic wand and clue book, Magi search for clues and treasures through a highly themed fairy forest, village, dragon dungeon, and secret Goblin Chamber to advance through the quests and adventures."
We decided to dress up for the occasion and wore our medieval inspired fantasy outfits that I had made for our rehearsal dinner. We had a wonderful time and I would highly recommend.
Music in this Video: Renaissance by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Sailors Lament by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0Plant a Garden with Me | Garden 2023Historical Belle2024-04-06 | My 2nd year growing a garden went even better than the 1st. I guess you could say I’m growing as a gardener. I learned from last year and felt really good about this year. We had more meals that incorporated our harvests, and I documented them. Every time we had a meal with something that I grew…I felt so proud.
This year I planted a variety of vegetables and herbs including: Collard Greens Squash Zucchini Cucumbers Tomatoes Banana Peppers (on accident) Brussel Sprouts Egg Plant Chamomile Rosemary Chive Mint Lemon Balm Basle Sage Parsley
I am also experimenting with some ASMR attributes in this video so please let me know how you like them.
Italian Morning by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0Come with us to ConPossible!!Historical Belle2024-03-09 | We had a wonderful time attending the masquerade ball Friday Night at @conpossibleofficial with @atlantahistoricdance. We performed and taught dances from the late Victorian era including the Carolina Promenade, the Rustic Reel, the waltz, and the Gay Gordon’s Polka.
On Saturday, Kat, Amy, and I were hosted a panel about getting dressed throughout history, and focused on the Regency Era and the Late Victorian Era.
This was also the first time we dipped our toes into the steampunk world and it was a lot of fun!! If you are interested in learning more about ConPossible you can view their website here: conpossible.org/about
The wonderful photo on the Thumbnail are by Leo Photography. @leophotography9584
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This Roman garb would be a great project for a beginner who is just starting to build their historical wardrobe. It is all straight seams and rectangles. I did not use a pattern for this outfit but rather self drafted as I went with my measurements.
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Livia: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiviaHow to Hem a Bridesmaid DressHistorical Belle2024-02-17 | Trying to figure out how to hem a bridesmaids dress or long formal dress? You've come to the right place! When one of my dear friends asked me to be a bridesmaid in her wedding, I was honored! She let us know the color and fabric she liked, but then let us pick our own styles. The style that I decided on was very long when I received it, and it needed to be hemmed. I filmed the process in hopes that others would also find it useful.
Historical Belle on Social Media: Insta: instagram.com/historicalbelle/?hl=en Facebook: facebook.com/historicalbelle Etsy: etsy.com/shop/HistoricalBelle?ref=hdr_shop_menuCome with us to the First Ever Castle Fair!! A Winter Renaissance Festival at Uhuburg CastleHistorical Belle2024-02-10 | Come with us to the Frist Ever Castle Fair at Uhuburg Castle located in the mountains of North Georgia. We so enjoying getting to attend the 1st of its kind Winter Renaissance Festival at this site. I absolutely adored getting to explore the castle and frolic around in my princess dress. We also really enjoying the shows, demonstrations, and going on our quests.
Uhuburg describes itself has a "Renaissance Eagle Owl Castle in Helen, GA. It is a philosophical, food producing, natural and celebratory place." Visit their website here: uhuburg.com/castlefaire
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Music: Crunk Knight by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0Come with Me to The Goblin GalaHistorical Belle2024-02-03 | I was asked to perform at the premier Goblin Gala, a Labyrinth-inspired masquerade ball, held at the Historic Wimbish House in Downtown Atlanta. This event was hosted by the Lady Geeks of Atlanta.
Here is the description of them event from the Lady Geeks of Atlanta Website: "Magic and mystery collide at the Goblin Gala, and you’ll be swept up in a fever dream of intricate masks and dazzling gowns. At every turn, there are magical moments to be discovered from the heady libations to the music that echoes through the glittering ballroom."
The dance group I’m apart of, Atlanta Historic Dance, was asked to perform and teach a dance at the premier goblin gala which was so exciting!!
We performed a dance that was choreographed by our Director, Kat Nagar, and then we taught the Gothic Dance, a group dance first recorded in the late 1850’s, to those in attendance to open the ball.
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Lady Geeks of Atlanta Website: ladygeeksofatlanta.com Atlanta Historic Dance Website: katpnagar.wixsite.com/mysite The Wimbish House Website: thewimbishhouse.comDanse Macabre Performed by Atlanta Historic Dance at the Goblin GalaHistorical Belle2024-02-03 | Atlanta Historic Dance delivers a unique performance experience. Dancers perform researched, period correct dances while modeling the latest fashions of the era. Let us help you create an unforgettable experience for your next event. We offer programs in a variety of dance styles from the 16th century through the mid-20th century. We bring history alive and are the only group in Atlanta that offers this kind of entertainment. Some of the most popular themes are the Roaring 20's, Masquerade Ball, Bridgerton, Mid-Victorian and the fabulous Swing dance era!
In this video members of Atlanta Historic Dance are performing at the Premier Goblin Gala hosted by Lady Geeks Atlanta.
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It has become a tradition of this time of year to do a collab with some sewing friends across the world and internet, this year Annabelle of @AnnabelleAndBensAntics , Amy of @SwimminginaSeaofEstrogen , and I have come together to spread holiday cheer by creating and sending aprons to one another.
I drew Amy and decided to make her a vintage 1960's style apron with POCKETS perfect for holiday baking! Aprons are great gifts that you can make and then give to your family and friends. I had left over fabric, so I decided to make an oven mitt to match the apron! I think this is a great way to make your homemade gift even better and use up your scraps! I hope this video inspires and helps you with your holiday making, baking, and giving.
If you would like to see how I made the apron you can view the video here: youtu.be/PGJzL6T5L8s
This is the super cute holiday baking themed fabric I used from JoAnns: joann.com/robert-kaufman-baking-gingerbread-on-green-christmas-cotton-fabric/18255380.htmlWhat I Made in 2023 | Sewing Plans for 2024Historical Belle2024-01-20 | 2023 was a very productive sewing year for me! Having a dedicated sewing space (that is also my and my cats happy place), has made for the completion of a lot of projects and much happiness.
This type of review video where I review and reflect upon what I made in the past year, and share some of my sewing plans for the next year, has become a yearly tradition and helps me define what I'm setting out to do in the next year and I hope you enjoy this look back and sneak peak of projects.
Thank you so much for coming along on my sewing adventures! I really appreciate all the support y'all have given me over the past year, especially those who have supported me on Patreon. I am looking forward to the crazy amount of projects I am setting out to do in 2024!
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The crown came from @SWEETVCrowns. You can purchase crowns on their website sweetv.com/crown-sv or on their Amazon Store. Be sure to use code: 'historicalbelle" for a discount.
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I really enjoyed wearing my vintage Christmas dress made of green velvet to a couple of Christmas events, most importantly Christmas Eve Service which is where Molly wears her green velvet Christmas Dress in the story. While I was wearing the dress to Christmas Eve Service, I really felt like I was brining the story to life.
In the WWII spirt that is so evident in Molly's stories I took and old gown and remade it into this dress. The reason to be thrifty with fabric for your clothes is because on March 8, 1942, the US War Production Board (WPB) issued order L-85 with the goal of 15 percent reduction in the amount of textiles used in women's wear.
I really enjoyed rereading the book Molly's Surprise by Valerie Tripp. So many elements of the story really resonated with me and are traditions that my family does around Christmas Time as well. What are some of your families holiday traditions? Let me know in the comments.
Historical Belle on Social Media: Insta: instagram.com/historicalbelle/?hl=en Facebook: facebook.com/historicalbelle Etsy: etsy.com/shop/HistoricalBelle?ref=hdr_shop_menuMaking a Vintage 1960s Holiday Apron - Perfect for Christmas Baking!Historical Belle2023-12-16 | Hello Everyone! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! It has become a tradition of this time of year to do a collab with some sewing friends across the world and internet, this year Annabelle of @AnnabelleAndBensAntics, Amy of @SwimminginaSeaofEstrogen, and I have come together to spread holiday cheer by creating and sending aprons to one another.
I drew Amy and decided to make her a vintage 1960's style apron with POCKETS perfect for holiday baking! Aprons are great gifts that you can make and then give to your family and friends. I hope this video inspires and helps you with your holiday making, baking, and giving.
I used Simplicity Pattern 6206 which was an authentically reproduced pattern from the 1960's simplicity.com/simplicity/s6206
Canon and Variation by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0Following a 1940s Vintage Makeup TutorialHistorical Belle2023-12-09 | Hello Everyone! I have watched SO MANY make up tutorials from the 1940s and have complied them here to show you the ULTIMATE 1940s make up tutorial. Of course, I share more tips that go along with my face shape, which is a circle, but try to mention what would have been done for others as well.
The 1940's is a mix of glamours with a statement red lip, but also about keeping it natural. Despite many luxuries being rationed due to WWII in the 1940s make up was not. In fact, the British government believed that makeup kept moral up. "Beauty is your Duty" or "Keep your Beauty on Duty" were slogans seen on posters.
The American Marine Corps Women’s Reserve even invited Elizabeth Arden to create a lipstick that would be part of their uniform.
These governments made clear that looking beautiful was a major way in which women could contribute to the war effort and be patriotic.
I tried to have historically accurate makeup for this tutorial, and purchased many products from Bésame which is a wonderful company who reproduces historical make up meticulously for accuracy and authenticity.
You can check out their website here: besamecosmetics.com This is not sponsored, (I wish it was) I just really like their make up
Historical Belle on Social Media: Insta: instagram.com/historicalbelle/?hl=en Facebook: facebook.com/historicalbelle Etsy: etsy.com/shop/HistoricalBelle?ref=hdr_shop_menuRecreating the Molly Learns A Lesson Outfit 1944 | The Molly McIntire ProjectHistorical Belle2023-11-25 | Hello Everyone! I am so excited to share with you the debut of the Molly Learns a Lesson Outfit. The 2nd dress in the Molly McIntire Project series! During this series I will be recreating the outfits that the American Girl Doll Molly McIntire wears on the covers of her original 6 book series.
In Molly Learns a Lesson by Valerie Tripp, Molly deals with the challenges of 3rd grade multiplication and doing a group project with the girls in her grade to help with the war effort. Even though Molly's year is 1944, the 6 book series takes place from 1943-1945. Molly Learns a Lesson is set during the November of 1943.
I got the fabric for this jumper at JoAnns last holiday season. It was part of their Christmas Collection.
I used Simplicity Pattern s9464 for the bodice and I used McCalls patterns m7433 for the skirt.
If you would like to see how i made the blouse that goes with this jumper, you can do so here: youtu.be/Ku_ZJbx63hU
Music: Big Swing Band by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0How to Make a 1940s BlouseHistorical Belle2023-11-18 | Hello Everyone! Welcome to part 1 of making the Molly Learns a Lesson outfit. In this video I will show you how I recreated Molly's blouse using a 1940s vintage blouse pattern from Simplicity. I'm very happy with how it turned out and think the peter pan collar is darling.
I used Simplicity Pattern 8736: Simplicity 1940's Fashion Women's Vintage Blouse Sewing Patterns, which is out of print, but you can still purchase it here: amzn.to/3MJapOT (this is an affiliate link)
Music: Big Swing Band by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0Recreating Mollys Accessories | The Molly McIntire ProjectHistorical Belle2023-11-11 | Hello Everyone, and welcome to the 2nd video in the Molly McIntire Project series. In this video I will show you how I recreated or acquired items to recreate Molly's Accessories from the American Girl Doll Brand.
According to the American Gril Website they say: "Whether Molly is headed to school or helping in her community, she always has her favorite accessories"
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Ranger Combat Training School, Fort Shafter, Territory of Hawaii Creator(s): Department of Defense. Department of the Army. Office of the Chief Signal Officer. 9/18/1947-2/28/1964 (Most Recent) Series: Moving Images Relating to Military Activities, 1947 - 1964 Record Group 111: Records of the Office of the Chief Signal Officer, 1860 - 1985 Description: This silent footage depicts United States Army Ranger Combat Training School during World War II. Production Date: ca. 1942 Contact(s): National Archives at College Park - Motion Pictures (RDSM), National Archives at College Park, 8601 Adelphi Road College Park, MD 20740-6001 Phone: 301-837-3540, Fax: 301-837-3620, Email: mopix@nara.gov National Archives Identifier: 17918 Local Identifier: 111-ADC-4116 National Archives Catalog: catalog.archives.gov/id/17918
Security on the March - Mechanized Units Creator(s): War Department. Office of the Chief Signal Officer. 8/1/1866-9/18/1947 (Most Recent) Record Group 111: Records of the Office of the Chief Signal Officer, 1860 - 1985 Contact(s): National Archives at College Park - Motion Pictures (RDSM), National Archives at College Park, 8601 Adelphi Road College Park, MD 20740-6001 Phone: 301-837-3540, Fax: 301-837-3620, Email: mopix@nara.gov National Archives Identifier: 36266 Local Identifier: 111-TF-2035 National Archives Catalog (series): catalog.archives.gov/id/36266 For more information about the making of this film, read this post on the National Archives Unwritten Record blog: https://unwritten-record.blogs.archiv…Recreating the Meet Molly Outfit 1944 | The Molly McIntire ProjectHistorical Belle2023-11-04 | Hello Everyone! I am so excited to share with you the 1st video in the Molly McIntire Project series! In Meet Molly by Valerie Tripp we meet Molly McIntire, a nine year old girl living in the fictional town of Jefferson, Illinois during WWII. Even though Molly's year is 1944, the 6 book series takes place from 1943-1945. Meet Molly is set during the October-November of 1943 as Molly and her friends are celebrating Halloween..... so I decided that it would be super fun to dress up as Molly for Halloween.
In this video I will show you how I recreated Molly's skirt and dickey, also how I acquired the vintage sweater.
The crown and tiara came from @SWEETV Crowns. You can purchase crowns on their website sweetv.com/crown-sv or on their Amazon Store. Be sure to use code: 'historicalbelle" for a discount.
Spooky Ride by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0The Molly McIntire Project Introduction: New Project AnnouncementHistorical Belle2023-10-21 | I am so EXCITED to be making this project into a reality! I have been planning this project for a little over a year now and it is finally happening!
In this video I will share with you the plans for "The Molly McIntire Project" a year long project in which I will be making the outfit from every cover of Molly's original 6 book series: Meet Molly, Molly Learns a Lesson, Molly's Surprise, Happy Birthday Molly, Molly Saves the Day, and Changes for Molly.
All of my outfits will not be exact recreations, because I like to have a little bit of creative freedom, but all will be inspired by Molly's outfits and will be based in the mid 1940's.
American Girl Dolls Have mean so much to me and this project is really the process of a dream coming true.
It was a wonderful event, truly grand. We watched so many skilled fighters compete to be the Grand Champion of the Meridian Grand Tournament. I very much enjoyed the pageantry of it all. During each tourney, the Sponsoring Order served refreshments to the populace as well as assisting with heralding and marshaling. There was so much wonderful food, we did not go hungry for a moment. Steven also got to try field heralding and court heralding!!
"Meridians rally to your Crown, warriors don harness and helm, hoist your banners, put on your best household livery, grab your list tree shield, hold close the honor of your inspiration, and attend.
Come meet in open contest, the best fighters in the Kingdom and learn which combatants demonstrate the highest prowess, pageantry, and chivalry. Five Kingdom Orders will each sponsor a tournament challenge showcasing a different style. Winners in each style will proceed, with selected others, to meet on the Grand Field to determine the Grand Champion of Meridies.
In Chivalric fashion, all fighters are encouraged to bear a token of the gentle that inspires them to great deeds of arms. All good gentles are encouraged to bring a token and present it to a warrior to inspire them for the day. Fighters please bring your list tree shields so that all may know and honor those that contest on this field of valor."- Meridian Grand Tournament Website: meridiangrandtourney.meridies.org
Danse Macabre by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0Queen Charlottes Ball: A Bridgerton Affair hosted by Atlanta Historic DanceHistorical Belle2023-10-07 | You are hereby invited to Queen Charlotte’s Ball: A Bridgerton Affair! Ready your 18th century or Regency ball finery and join us for dancing, games, and refreshments. Beginning level English country dances will be called by dance master Chris Wilson and dance mistress Kat Nagar. Demonstrated first by Atlanta Historic Dance, all will be invited to participate as we trip the light fantastic to live music.
Queen Charlotte has also prepared contests of skill for those who dare: compete to decorate the most regally stylish wig, or enter the Dating Game, 18th-century-style, to contend for the hand of a prince! Will you vie for the prize?
Discover the history of courting in Queen Charlotte’s time and enjoy period-accurate finger foods. Throughout the evening, visit the gaming salon to play Whist, Shut the Box, or Backgammon. Visit our vendors to find that special souvenir or accessory for your period outfit.
Historical Belle on Social Media: Insta: instagram.com/historicalbelle/?hl=en Facebook: facebook.com/historicalbelle Etsy: etsy.com/shop/HistoricalBelle?ref=hdr_shop_menuA Haunting in Venice | What to Wear to a Séance | 1947 DressHistorical Belle2023-09-30 | When the invitation came, I could hardly believe it was true!! We were invite to attend a special séance at the @wrensnestatl in honor of the @ahauntinginvenice premier! We so enjoyed getting to tour the house, meet the other guests, and hear the wonderful storytelling of a ghost named Violet. It truly felt like we had been transported into an Agatha Christie novel.
The next night we were invited to a pre-screening of the movie. It was sooooo good!! I was worried it was going to be really scary because the trailer makes is look like a horror film, but it’s not. It’s the Agatha Christie Poirot you know but with perhaps a fun supernatural twist? #ahauntinginvenice comes out in September 15th, which was Agatha Christie’s 133rd birthday!
I was also asked to help with trivia before the movie which was extra fun!! Did you know that the character Tina Fey plays in @ahauntinginvenice Ariadne Oliver bears the most resemblance to Agatha Christie herself of all of her characters? They are both successful detective novelists. My outfit was inspired by the green color palate that Ariadne Oliver wears in this movie.
For the occasion I made this 1947 ensemble, which happens to be the exact year the movie is set! I used Butterick Pattern 5214. In the movie description it just says it’s set in “post WWII Venice” so I guess, and got it on the nose! I styled it in different ways for the the different events.
Have you seen A Haunting in Venice yet? What did you think?
Music: Covert Affair - Film Noire by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0Our First SCA Event: Crown List Tournament Kingdom of MeridiesHistorical Belle2023-09-23 | Through following different costumers and general being on the internet, I have stumbled upon the Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA). The SCA defines itself as "an inclusive community pursuing research and re-creation of pre-seventeenth century skills, arts, combat and culture. The lives of participants are enriched as we gain knowledge of history through activities, demonstrations, and events."
Also according to their website "the SCA community includes over 30,000 members in 20 kingdoms around the globe. Our participants learn about the arts, skills, and culture of the Middle Ages and Renaissance in an atmosphere of fun, through tournaments, royal courts, feasts, dancing, classes, hands-on workshops, and more."
I researched my local group, attended a few meetings, and decided that this sounded like a lot of fun!! The 1st event that my husband and I attended was the Spring Crown List Tournament Kingdom Arts and Sciences Competition for the Kingdom of Meridies. Do to our work schedule we were not able to make it to the site for the Arts and Sciences Competition, but I am excited for the next one. We did get to witness a feast, a ball, court, and the crown tournament. We have a wonderful time and decided to become official members.
I originally made this kirtle for a Mediaeval Themed Homeschool Day where I work, but then my husband and I decided that we needed more places to wear these outfits, so we looked up our local Society of Creative Anachronism (SCA) shire and attended our 1st event with them. Check back next week to see the vlog from our 1st event!
If you are interested in getting started in historical costuming the medieval era (particularly the high middle ages) is a great time period to start in for beginners. Lots of straight lines and simple shapes.
I have three other video's in this series where I talk more about how to use the T-Shirt as a guide:
Achaidh Cheide - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0How to Make a Medieval Kirtle | NO PATTERN NEEDED: Easy Sewing TutorialHistorical Belle2023-09-09 | In this video I will show you how I made a medieval kirtle (or dress) with no pattern and just a T-Shirt.
This Kirtle is styled as it would have been for a middling sort of woman in the high middle ages particularly the 13th Century (specifically 1200-1250 Europe)
Today, these tunics are sometime colloquially called "T-Tunics" as they kind of look like a T when laid flat.
I originally made this kirtle for a Mediaeval Themed Homeschool Day where I work, but then my husband and I decided that we needed more places to wear these outfits, so we looked up our local Society of Creative Anachronism (SCA) shire and attended our 1st event with them. More on that later...
If you are interested in getting started in historical costuming the medieval era (particularly the high middle ages) is a great time period to start in for beginners. Lots of straight lines and simple shapes.
I have two other video's in this series where I talk more about how to use the T-Shirt as a guide:
Achaidh Cheide - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0How To Make A Medieval SmockHistorical Belle2023-09-02 | In this video I will show you how I made a medieval smock with no pattern and just a T-Shirt. A smock, also called a shift or a chemise, is a loose, shirt-like undergarment worn by women in the European Middle Ages under their gowns. It is basically your medieval underwear.
If you are interested in getting started in historical costuming the mediaeval era (particularly the high middle ages) is a great time period to start in for beginners.
I originally made this outfit for my husband so that he could volunteer at the Mediaeval Themed Homeschool Day where we worked, but then we decided that we needed more places to wear these outfits, so we looked up our local Society of Creative Anachronism (SCA) shire and attended our 1st event with them. More on that later...
Other video's of people making smocks I used as reference to make mine: @MorganDonner Making Basic Medieval Underwear: youtube.com/watch?v=QK4wwQlML8I&t=679s
@AbbyCox Hand-Sewing a Medieval Smock/Shift/Underwear | Bardcore, but Make it Fashion (ft. a dance party) youtube.com/watch?v=scpY2y05IaU
Achaidh Cheide - Celtic by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0How to Make a Mans Medieval T-Tunic with Just a T-Shirt: Easy Sewing TutorialHistorical Belle2023-08-26 | In this video I will show you how to make a mens' tunic from the high middle ages (specifically 1200-1250 Europe) with just a T-shirt and some fabric. Today, these tunics are sometime colloquially called "T-Tunics" as they kind of look like a T when laid flat. I originally made this outfit for my husband so that he could volunteer at the Mediaeval Themed Homeschool Day where I work, but then we decided that we needed more places to wear these outfits, so we looked up our local Society of Creative Anachronism (SCA) shire and attended our 1st event with them. More on that later...
A "T-Tunic" is a great 1st sewing project for anyone who is interested in getting into historical costuming.