How well do your clothes fit? In the nineteenth century and earlier, the creation of well-fitting clothes relied on expert women dressmakers. Now, many of us can make our own clothing thanks to the ...

6 March 1923: Not everyone who wants to work in the fashion industry can get into a trade school or the workroom of a dressmaking firm A recent article upon this subject described the two usual ...

The story unfolds in the tranquil village of Frune. The protagonist, a young girl named Lilia, begins her journey as a dressmaker, using the “sewing magic” she inherited from her grandmother. As she ...

If you’ve watched many period dramas, you’ve probably seen a mantua before. Originating in France in the 1670s, this women’s garment consisted of lengths of t-shaped fabric that were pleated to create ...

Their artwork moved and rustled; it shimmered and flowed. And, for about the next three months, that work will be on display at the Bruce Museum, when it honors the craftsmanship and artistry of the ...

A free exhibition exploring the history of home dressmaking has opened in Loughborough. The Cut and Create exhibition, at Charnwood Museum, features items of clothing, sewing equipment and dress ...