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Olivia and Her Dolly in Regency Dresses

By Jennie Chancey

Olivia and Her Dolly in Regency Dresses

(Click for larger images.) Here is Miss Olivia with her dolly in matching Regency dresses! Writes Carol, “I thought I would send you a picture of Kirsten and Olivia together in their almost look a like dresses. Kirsten’s got the ribbon, Olivia’s didn’t! ~ Carol K.”

Romantic Era Nursing Dresses

By Jennie Chancey

Romantic Era Nursing Dresses

Here are photos of the finished Romantic nursing dress. Thanks so much for your help in shortening the bodice! I ended up using the 1914 cap sleeve for a more “modern” look. My friend loves this dress and says it is very comfortable. This pattern is so versatile–she can wear it throughout pregnancy and nursing. [...]

Tanya’s Regency Dress and Spencer Jacket

By Jennie Chancey

Tanya’s Regency Dress and Spencer Jacket

Dear Jennie, Please find the attached photos. I hope you find them of interest. As you can see, we are using the dress as ‘daily’ clothes. Homeschool Heaven was most helpful and of great benefit for people living on this side of the world. Kind regards, Tanya from Australia Absolutely beautiful, Tanya!

Regency Ballgown

By Jennie Chancey

Regency Ballgown

(Click for larger images.) Many thanks for the pattern. My wife has made the dress for my daughter, who is attending a commemorative Ball on honour of Lord Nelson (1805), period dances and music. I attach a picture of the dress – magnificant! The material is ‘Sari’ material from an Indian supplier. Many thanks, Roderick [...]

Romantic Era Dress

By Jennie Chancey

Romantic Era Dress

The dress is FINISHED!!! This dress was for my mom using the Sense and Sensibility Romantic Era pattern. The neckline was made using a neckline that was a cross between the jumper and the wide bateau necklines, with inset lace. The bodice is lined with cotton muslin and is gathered along the waistline. There is [...]

Catherine’s Regency Day Gown

By Jennie Chancey

Catherine’s Regency Day Gown

Hello! I can’t wait to get the Romantic Dress pattern! I send you today pictures of a dress I made from your Regency Dress pattern. I wanted to send them to you ages ago… It is now done. I wear it with the antique petticoat I already told you about. I hope you like the [...]

Olivia’s Regency PJs

By Jennie Chancey

Olivia’s Regency PJs

There has been talk on the board a couple of times about Regency night gowns and other patterns. So, I thought I had to show some of these ladies that they didn’t need to purchase another pattern, if they already had your pattern. Here is a picture of my Miss Olivia sporting her new PJs! [...]