Regency reticule

The ninth stop on my Regency Journey is to make a reticule, the Regency version of a handbag. In the 18th century, women had carried their various personal effects in pockets worn underneath their …

When I went through my fabric stash at the end of 2020, I rediscovered two pieces of polyester brocade - one in a blue/brown pattern and one in red, both of which I've had since grade school. They're not large pieces, but I realized they'd be the perfect size to make reticules out of!Up until now I've only had one reticule, which I embroidered and made a few years ago, but now I have three more!"Reversible" ReticuleI made this reticule during a slump in February 2021 while working on my…

Looking for a small project to complete over the Christmas break? A regency reticule is definitely something you can start and finish - even by hand while watching the cricket (an Australian tradition). Reticule, England, 1800-24 Silk with embroidered floral design and tassels V&A: Museum no. Circ.554-1954 From MFA, Boston. Accession Number 64.692 Ladies cream silk reticule with chenille embroidery. English 1790-1800 Matching silk satin reticule & shoes in Aylwen's private collection A…

The first challenge of the 2019 Historical Sew Monthly is Dressed to the Nines: Make something fancy so you’ll be ‘dressed to the nines’ – whether its the full outfit, or a little accessory. Or look at the challenge in a different way, and make something from a year ending in 9 (find a portrait or fashion plate or mention to support the date), or even an item with 9 major design elements (9 buttons down the front, 9 tucks in a petticoat etc) You can interpret this challenge in the most…

The Met Collection API is where all makers, creators, researchers, and dreamers can now connect to the most up-to-date data and images for more than 470,000 artworks in The Met collection. As part of

Once I had my clothes set for the Regency event, I wanted a reticule (small purse) to carry things in, so as not to spoil the effect with a modern bag. I decided to make mine out of an ivory velvet…

A Costuming Blog for the SCA and Other Pursuits, by L. Madylyne Taylor called Hrefna