In the Edwardian era, women strived to get beautiful skin and a good figure naturally. Enough sleep and rest, exercise in the fresh air, protecting the skin in the sun, and a healthy diet with plenty of water, were all regarded as important for beauty. A woman should also try to be positive and avoid … Continue reading 20 Tips For A Healthy, Happy Life – Victorian And Edwardian Beauty Routine →| Sew Historically
‘Forethought must be exercised by the hostess in regard to the countless small details which go to make up the comfort of her guests. […] It is hardly too much to say that at least half the success of a picnic depends upon the providing of daintily packed and appetising looking fare, be it as … Continue reading Edwardian Picnic Recipes – Historical Food Fortnightly →| Sew Historically
I made 4 Edwardian lace camisoles as historybounding summer tops with 30 different cotton lace scraps & vintage handkerchiefs from my stash.| Sew Historically
Some years ago, I made two simple Edwardian petticoat. Called plain petticoats in the Edwardian era, they were intended for everyday wear.| Sew Historically
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The Edwardian summer girl is robust, strong and independent. She’s bare-armed, collarless, hatless and short-skirted: She doesn’t care if she gets freckles or a tan. She’s as good at sports as men: She swims, rows, hunts – she even plays barefoot golf! Related: How To Dress In The Edwardian Era The Edwardian Out Of Door Girl ‘The … Continue reading The Edwardian Summer Girl →| Sew Historically
How Edwardians kept their home cool in the summer. "The woman who must stay in the city all summer [...] should put her wits to work to make her house or apartment look as cool as possible - for the appearance of coolness leads us to imagine that the thermometer is really lower than it is." (Chicago Tribune, 1909)| Sew Historically
‘ 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 … Continue reading How To Dress In The Edwardian Era →| Sew Historically
