Historic Trade Demonstrations - "Gown in a Day"
November 9th and 10th 2024, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Historic Deerfield, Hall Tavern (+ Google Map)
A Gown in a Day with Emily Stringham November 9, 10 from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Hall Tavern Join Emily Stringham, owner of At the Sign of the Golden Scissors, and her apprentice Erin Jarrett to learn about 18th-century women’s fashions and sewing techniques and watch as a mid-18th century gown is constructed by hand. The focus of this program will be on making a gown suitable for a middle-class New England woman in the early 1770s.
Included in general admission.
Image: Gown: robe a l’anglaise, ca. 1775-1780. HD F.252. Historic Deerfield.
Larkin & Smith Patterns
Kits
Odds and Ends
Who we are
At the Sign of the Golden Scissors our goal is to provide the most accurate patterns and goods for the 18th century living historian and re-enactor, whether on the field or in a museum setting. The Larkin & Smith patterns are the result of years of reenacting, research, and teaching by Hallie Larkin and Stephanie Smith. Patterns and kits are suitable for beginners to advanced sewers, with something to offer every person at every skill level.
Enjoy the creative process
Will most people notice that your shift and stays are entirely hand sewn? That you created the tiniest rolled hems known to mankind on your delicate linen cap? Maybe not, but that doesn't mean you can't take the time to develop those skills and to enjoy every part of the creative process as you build or expand your historical wardrobe. Learn new techniques! Sharpen those skills! And above all, have fun!
