Stitches Of The Past

Our journey begins on Friday the 21st. First we started out by picking up our friend, Rachel. Many thanks to her Grandma for bringing her half way. ;) We spent the rest the day preparing for the event by ironing, ironing, and ironing some more. lol In total we did 7 petticoats, 3 pairs of drawers, 3 chemises, and 8 dresses (haha I know we're nuts). Also we took on the task of packing all the rest of our 1860's wardrobes, swimsuits, and modern clothes. By 6:00 p.m. we had finished our preparations as well as our chores for the night. So we left for Grandma's house. With a rowdy night a head. lol

3 of us got our hair into rag curlers.

Which created this look.

It was a busy morning. Filled with dressing, doing hair, eating, packing.... You get the idea. :P If your having trouble, just imagine 10 girls going on a trip. :D

Boarding the "bus".

Abigail, Lauren, and I from Sarah and Michelle's view.

The trip was long. We were tiring of the chosen music and decided to get our own. As you can see here. Sarah thought her Adele CD would be a good choice. Unfortunately it was on the bottom of her suit case which was stuck under the seat with her blanket packed tightly on top. After several tries she gave up then decided to press on. At last she was triumphant tho much to our pleasure I might add. :D

The day started out rainy and cool. Here we are trying to regain our composure after trying to decently put on all our hoops and cages with the spectators passing by. :P

A quick shot of bliss.

We found a sutler shop that sported originals! Which pleased us to no end! I purchased 2 which I will hopefully post about soon. ;)

Strategic placement....

Eating a delicious lunch provided by our dear Grandma. :)

A side saddle rider...

FASHION SHOW TIME! :D Pictures were taken by our dear cousin, Rachel. :) It may not seem like much to some, but we sure get a charge being in them. If you don't believe me, just ask Sarah. ;D

The men started it off...

General Lee.

Gotta love all the grey! :P

The blue is just a fashion statement not a political support technique. lol

An adorable little girl doing her part in the show.

These ladies were the entertainment to us while waiting for the fashion show. They were hilarious and played their part well.

Me and Lauren started off our 'section' of it.

Lauren in her new dress.

Hitting on the details.

The next round is up...

Megan is in the spotlight.

My beautiful big sister!

Sarah looking like a real lady! :)

A few other participants.

A very generous lady made our day by supplying us with buttermints.

Michelle and Sarah. Best friends, cousins, and most importantly twins.

Searching for people to sign the scavenger hunt paper. Don't worry, just Megan and Rachel were participating...We just had to chaperon. :D

A few of the many tents.

A confederate campsite.

Being called to arms...

Preparing for battle.

Just before the battle some of us decided to quench our thirst.

We're all laughing as Sarah flounders for a drink. The fountain had major problems. :) lol

I'm having a go at it as everyone continues to laugh at our misfortune.

In the end after a very horrifying spill we had a empty cup to use. Which solved most of our troubles. We then proceeded to try to melt them. Sadly and much to our dismay and embarrassment. IT DIDN'T WORK.
hahhahaha

We also decided to have a little impromptu photoshoot.

Megan beaming in delight while presenting her new sheer dress.

What?!?! There they are again. lol

Rachel you should love this picture. I AM TALLER THEN YOU! Only cause I'm standing on my tip toes. I wasn't blessed with extreme height as you were. Oh to be 6' tall. :P Long time friends are the best. :D