A few weeks ago a vintage white cotton petticoat came into my possession. Don't ask me how old it is...I am still trying to figure that...

Currently I am drafting a 5-gore underskirt or petticoat, with dust ruffle and flounce, according to instructions in the 1911 textbook, Text...

My cool 1911 textbook Textbook on Domestic Art has given me some key knowledge into how people fitted and wore their underthings. In refere...

Part of the fun of sewing period- or vintage-style clothing is making up the pieces using vintage sewing treadle machines. At least it is f...

I've stumbled upon a truly fascinating series of photos of a young woman and her friends and family, circa 1910-1911. A number of them ...

The Textbook on Domestic Art , published in 1911 for use in high schools, teaches readers how to draft patterns for and then make up, step b...

This chemisette, also known as a dickey, is a handy little item for wearing under a suit. They require little fabric to make, are easy to ma...