Step #1 to an Edwardian wardrobe
The Lord has graciously provided a way for me to start collecting patterns for our intended Canada trip next year. It came as a direct answer to prayer, and I pray that I will glorify Him in how I use it! He is so good.
Using the surprise gift certificate I received from Sense & Sensibility, I chose to start by purchasing the Edwardian blouse pattern. The pattern contains such a delightful variety of blouses that one can make a whole wardrobe of blouses out that $7.95 download! The blouse can button in the front or in the back, be smooth or gathered, and feature embroidery or lace. It can be worn without or without a corset. One may also choose from a wide variety of sleeve styles and necklines. I love the thought of this pattern because it can be adapted for historical or modern wear. I could wear an "Anne" dress to the store and people probably wouldn't think I'm all that weird. So I'd hope, at least. :-)
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Below are some fun blouse inspirations, as well as other features that I plan to add to my collection.
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Even though it is "just historical costuming", may God still receive the glory!
Using the surprise gift certificate I received from Sense & Sensibility, I chose to start by purchasing the Edwardian blouse pattern. The pattern contains such a delightful variety of blouses that one can make a whole wardrobe of blouses out that $7.95 download! The blouse can button in the front or in the back, be smooth or gathered, and feature embroidery or lace. It can be worn without or without a corset. One may also choose from a wide variety of sleeve styles and necklines. I love the thought of this pattern because it can be adapted for historical or modern wear. I could wear an "Anne" dress to the store and people probably wouldn't think I'm all that weird. So I'd hope, at least. :-)
![](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJiKU8L8f02q3M3oINmuzLWFJoJ2DI4dgS3uUcreXjEpehbaDNpZb6C2V1HzqoDLhkwVFOuFLCacTyJVWcxxWpQuBfpidvJbkeih1tvWDMosjPHsnz13NmGbIRXIRXcxdCKVmrviRDJvjr/s400/BSWPcover.jpg)
Below are some fun blouse inspirations, as well as other features that I plan to add to my collection.
![](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiW0GiabS_mbcwuUonyhvpaS36huYH30fNZQ40PdRYhfFPQ5YdwaB2umqfLpWoJPaWBfud9MCqaHTDisJVU_bKwWfI2MFDtBrucNgOXUw19XgAgQmD1OfT43GXKQ93AEV-g1OV1e6JkURPf/s400/Anne-1.jpg)
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Soli deo Gloria!
~Gabrielle Renee
Hugs!! Love you, hopefully we can meet up!! I gave Bethy our cell phone number...are you going down to church area on Sat?? Maybe we could meet up for a picnic dinner if ya'lls couldn't make it up here.
There is actually a tutorial for "Anne" hair at www.intimelyfashion.org. I'll email you about weekend plans. :-)
Gabrielle, You and I will have to exchange Anne-wardrobe ideas. :-D How fun! :-D