Victorian farmer clothing

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This time of year, the to-do list seems never ending. Harvest season is the last little burst of energy the year has to give before it’s time to slow down and enjoy the hard work of our hands. On average, early September is still pretty hot here in the midwest, so we’ve still got a ways to go. Tomat

‘No part of the business of farming is more pleasant than hay-making.’ (Merry’s Museum, 1843) I love haymaking with the scythe! Besides being the best full body workout, mowing with the scythe is eco-friendly, quiet – unlike lawn mowers and string trimmers, and with the scythe it’s possible to cut the grass on a steep … Continue reading Edwardian Haymaking With The Scythe →

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COTTON CALICO WORK DRESS, FRANCE, 1835-1860 Roller printed cotton in small scale blue and reddish brown design, collarless neckline, center front buttons and hooks & eyes, long unshaped sleeves, skirt front pleated with sides and back cartridge pleated to 1.5" inset waistband, lined with five different cottons or homespun linen, including one printed floral calico.. Augusta Auctions

Just for fun I dressed up as a Victorian reaper. I’m wearing an antique Victorian or Edwardian linen chemise, my black wool stays, cotton petticoats and a blue cotton skirt. My inspirations were: 1857 painting of a female reaper, 1849 painting of a girl with a rake and a female 1856 Worcestershire reaper. My hairstyle … Continue reading A Victorian Reaper →

Young Victorian Woman Leaning On A Farm Gate is a photograph by Lee Avison which was uploaded on September 22nd, 2017. The photograph may be purchased as wall art, home decor, apparel, phone cases, greeting cards, and more. All products are produced on-demand and shipped worldwide within 2 - 3 business days.