By: Vickie Brady, aka the historicfoodie To know what type buttons were used in the 18th century we look at paintings which are often easy to date, what has been discovered in archaeological digs, and what we find in run-away ads or merchant advertisements. Buttons were made from a variety of materials including various metals,Continue reading “18TH CENTURY BUTTONS©”
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Alabama SAR Auxilliary Program
February 2022 I had the pleasure of speaking with the SAR Ladies Auxiliary at the February 2022 state SAR conference about 18th century embroidered clothing and accessories. Carol Irving assisted with the projector and photos. I shared the history of the art and photos of original garments along with embroidered clothing and accessories from myContinue reading “Alabama SAR Auxilliary Program”
Brady's Faithful Reproductions 