While fruits were formerly eaten just because of their flavor, since the 1920s fruits are considered essential in the daily diet. They’re important for the overall health and a clear skin. Continue reading 1920s: Fruits Essential For Health
Monthly Archives: November 2015
How To Dress In The Edwardian Era
‘ I am sure she was well dressed […] for I cannot remember what she had on.’ (Household Companion, 1909)
Edwardian women were advised not to neglect the importance of dress: ‘Suit your dresses to the occasions upon which they are to be used’ (Household Companion, 1909). ‘A trailing gown of velvet and lace is not adapted for shopping or travelling, any more than a tweed skirt and flannel blouse is appropriate to an afternoon reception.’ (Every Woman’s Encyclopaedia, 1910-2) Continue reading How To Dress In The Edwardian Era
How To Wear Jewelry In The Edwardian Era
‘Much display of jewelry is out of place for young ladies, and the kind of jewelry to be worn demands as careful consideration as that of the dress itself.’
The ‘Household Companion: Book Of Etiquette‘ of 1909 gives advice about how jewelry was worn in the Edwardian era. Continue reading How To Wear Jewelry In The Edwardian Era
1920s Mint Green Chiffon Dress
This mint green summer dress is my favorite 1920s dress that I made so far. I love this dress because it’s so comfortable to wear on a warm summer day – and mint green is my favorite color! 😉 Continue reading 1920s Mint Green Chiffon Dress
Edwardian Pompadour Hairstyle Tutorial
Learn how to make a basic Edwardian pompadour hairstyle. If you want to portray a Gibson Girl, then this authentic Edwardian pompadour updo is perfect! It’s also a very quick hairstyle, you can make it in under ten minutes! Continue reading Edwardian Pompadour Hairstyle Tutorial
Heat, Hair & Hair Color – Victorian And Edwardian Hair Care
Daytime hairdressing
It’s restful for the scalp if the hair isn’t all the time dressed in the same way: ‘In the early part of the day, when simple frocks are worn, it may be twisted or braided at the back, making an elaborate coiffure for afternoon. This insures the head being cool in all places at different times.’ (Health And Beauty Hints, 1910)
‘It is a good thing, about noon, to take out one’s hairpins and to toss the hair loose. It looks pretty and it does the hair a world of good […] letting the air circulate through it.’ After washing and drying the hair, ‘leave the hair hang loose for two hours. […] The girl with the prettiest hair in the world makes it her pleasure to let her hair hang down the day it is shampooed. She braids it loosely and she ties it with a picturesque bow of ribbon. Then she puts on a lovely afternoon gown and is at home to her friend. Her coiffure, or the lack of it, is put down to novelty. Certainly it is becoming.’ (Chicago Tribune, 1907)
Continue reading Heat, Hair & Hair Color – Victorian And Edwardian Hair Care
Vintage Indian Sequined Skirts
These are my Indian vintage sequined lehengas (skirts) and dupattas (scarfs) which I’m repairing at the moment. Continue reading Vintage Indian Sequined Skirts
DIY Fabric & Cork Flip Flops – Tutorial
Turn your old flip flops into cute summer flip flops with cork tiles and fabric scraps! It’s easy and fun! My upcycled fabric and cork flip flops are so comfy now I didn’t want to take them off again. 😀 Continue reading DIY Fabric & Cork Flip Flops – Tutorial
Raw Rose Petal Jam Recipe
I made rose petal jam! Inspired by ayurvedic gulkand jam, I gathered the last roses of this year. This rose jam is so easy and fast to make, and the color, smell and taste is amazing: It tastes like summer. 😀 Continue reading Raw Rose Petal Jam Recipe
How To Tie Huarache Sandals – Tutorial
There are so many different ways how to tie Huarache barefoot running sandals. Here’s how I tie my DIY Huarache-type sandals. Continue reading How To Tie Huarache Sandals – Tutorial