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I have been foraging more. Discovering the Elderberries in our barn set me on a journey to discover what other plants we have that are edible. To my delight, there are many! If you’d like to see all of the things I foraged this week, you can watch below. All of the recipes in that…
Hello, September! Here in Washington the leaves are slowly beginning to make their sunset-drenched journey toward fall. In our backyard, the apples are ready and I am looking forward to an autumn filled with apple pies, apple cider, and all things baking. It is Hobbit Girl Autumn, and I am ready for the…
Today we are making Christmas Plum Pudding from The Everyday Cookbook by Miss E Neil (circa 1885). This Victorian recipe calls for all the normal things… and also bird food? HI friends! Now I have to make it clear thatI k now suet is still used as a regular ingredient in puddings in the UK,…
Have you ever wanted to nail authentic makeup and outfits from the 1950s? Well, now you can! Hi friends! Today I’m sharing a quick little Get Ready With Me, featuring a makeup tutorial from the Westmore Beauty Book of 1956, as well as how to get dressed according to Eleanor King’s Glamourise Yourself from…
In the latest video I had so much fun sewing this beautiful 1940s Advance 4585 dress from all thrifted materials. The pattern itself is made for a 40” bust and a 43” hip but I upsized the skirt to fit me. The bodice, surprisingly, had lots of room and I didn’t need to upsize it…