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You may have heard the term “Reproduction Patterns” bandied about. What exactly is a reproduction pattern. Reproduction Patterns are produced when a pattern company takes an off-copyright pattern and releases it as a new pattern. This usually involves transferring it from tissue to paper and copying the instructions. Cutting lines and marks were not printed on...
Learn MoreWhat does Vintage mean? You see a lot of websites throwing around the word “vintage”, but what does it really mean. The origins of the word are actually tied to winemaking. In the mid-14th century, the yield of wine from a vineyard was called its vintage. Later this word came to mean the year the grapes in a particular wine were grown. In the 1880s it began to...
Learn MoreWelcome to Podcast VI, wherein we talk about Japanese import mixes, upcoming events, and other fun stuff.
Learn MoreCustom? What does it mean? Nowadays, people call something custom if they have a handful of choices in its fit and finish. For example, a builder will say he’s building “Custom Home” if he gives you three floorplans to choose from. Or a cabinet maker will call his work “Custom Kitchens” when what he means is you have a choice of dark brown or light brown...
Learn MoreWherein this shiny new website is discussed, as well as e-newsletters and coupon codes!
Learn MoreWherein you can listen to Episode IV of our exciting, entertaining podcast! Kass & Bob discuss events, upcoming releases, and give you the giggles.
Learn MoreAnother one of the hounds is introduced as we ramp up to the first of our long-awaited pattern alteration videos.
Learn MoreWherein is discussed historical tailoring, coffee, and other stuff. Coupon codes, too!
Learn MoreAll praise Met-Ed! Our power is back and we're here to take your orders online or over the phone. Call 1-866-518-1558.
Learn MoreDue to severe weather, Reconstructing History's offices are without power. While we are still processing orders, we cannot ship until power has been restored to our area. Thank You, Reconstructing History
Learn MoreNew Products are always exciting.. Come and see what awesome new stuff the RH Team has cooked up now!
Learn MoreComing soon! Pattern fitting and sewing tips from Reconstructing History patterns! ...if Mellie ever wakes up.
Learn MoreThe final report! Robin's dress is done (well mostly) just in the nick of time! Plus bonus Bob and Rob fashion show, AND something to make you laugh! Don't forget everything featured in this blog is part of the Steampunk category and eligible for the current steampunk coupon, read on for details...
Learn MoreRobin edges ever closer to having an outfit for her Victorian Outing TOMORROW! *Cue panic music* Tell her what you think of her waistband decoration, she needs feedback.
Learn MoreRobin shows her favorite bodice trick for making Victorian bodices, and regales you with her adventures being vanquished by the evil lord sleevil.
Learn MoreRobin shares her exciting journey fitting her linebacker shoulders and small back into a nicely fitted Victorian Bodice from RH943.
Learn MoreLets talk about trim baby, lets talk about you and me, lets talk about all the fun lace that will be...PURPLE!! and before you say it, YES you should wear gloves when you dye, but gloves are for wimps who plan ahead.
Learn MoreRobin uses Truly Victorian pattern 208 to make an underskirt for her Belvidere Dress. Including, what do you do when your fabric is too narrow? and pictures of the mostly finished product.
Learn MoreBob makes a Turkish Outfit in less than 24 hours, and still gets his required 10 hours of beauty sleep.
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