Denise Hendrick, Author at Romantic Recollections

I make samples of all my products before I put them up for sale, because I want you to see[...]

I look forward to Costume College every year, because not only do I learn a ton from other talented costumers,[...]

The 1910 Camisole with Bows is almost ready for release! As I was working through a sample based on the Wearing[...]

I’ve met so many wonderful people in the costuming community over the years, and this spring and summer I’ve been[...]

It’s been a bit quiet around the blog lately, since I haven’t had any time to sew in the last[...]

If you are a Facebook or Instagram follower, I’ve been teasing you lately with progress photos for the striped linen waistcoat I am recreating.[...]

Lauren at Wearing History posted a very honest and inspiring piece last week about how people often only show the shiniest, happiest parts[...]

Costume College always seems to sneak up on me, no matter how much I plan. The reality is that I[...]

I recently stumbled across mention of an exhibit at the Bavarian National Museum titled “Mode aus dem Rahmen,” or Fashion[...]

Remember the 18th century button I’ve been working on? After a bit more tweaking, I’m finally happy with how it[...]

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