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| Godey's Lady's Book, August 1864 |
Welcome to my new Victorian Cookery series, in which I'm trying out recipes from times long gone by, found in women's magazines like Godey's Lady's Book or Victorian cookery books like Isabella Beeton's.
First comes a very quick and easy recipe from an August 1864 issue of Godey's - if I understand correctly, it was meant as a little snack, but beware, this meal is very filling - I made only 2 eggs instead of 3, and despite being rather hungry could not finish it.
And here is what it looks like prepared:
Taste-wise, this dish is rather good, especially if you like rich foods; what do you think, was this meant for somebody who labours hard, considering how fatty it is?
Love, RosaJ
And here is what it looks like prepared:
Taste-wise, this dish is rather good, especially if you like rich foods; what do you think, was this meant for somebody who labours hard, considering how fatty it is?
Love, RosaJ
This week's prompt is to write about our favourite Lolita accessory - but how would it be possible to choose just one among so much beauty? So I've compiled a small list:-)
Bonnets
I'm an aspiring Period Lolita, so bonnets make my heart flutter - this is the first one I ever made and hopefully is soon to be followed by another one, made of dark blue velvet. I just need to find some buckram...
Corsages
Flowers and girls simply belong together the way I see it; even the dullest of outfits or hairstyles is instantly made interesting if a flower is added to the equation. Not to mention, corsages are fun and easy to make!
Parasols
Parasols, in my humble opinion, add a touch of incredible elegance, romanticism and femininity to a coord - plus they are very practical, especially if your skin does not fancy Sun much and if you wish to keep it fair. Once actually parasol saved me from a potentially very nasty sunstroke, when I had to wait for a bus on a station with no roof to hide under for four hours under a mercilessly blazing Sun.
Antique Haircombs
Not strictly Lolita perhaps (yet),but in Period Lolita coords they could look so amazing! They could give them a certain air of authenticity I'd say and add interest to an otherwise dull updo.
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| My preshiouussss, a Chinese comb from the late 19th Century |
That's all for now, have a great weekend!:-)
Blogs participating:
Sweet and Simple
The Bloody Tea Party
ABC Lolita
Art du noir
Jewellery box of starry-eyed Lolita
Ice Age
Under the parasol
Hello Batty
Two teaspoons of sugar
My sincerest apologies to Pop*Princess to whom I've promised a saree tutorial a long time ago - and long time ago I started to work on it, but since my health has deteriorated so I can't meet one vital requirement of such a pursuit - prolonged standing. So dear Pop*Princess, I'm again sorry- I promise to do it as soon as my health permits.
Also, thanks so much to all my lovely 22 followers for subscribing! Sadly my Followers gadget went AWOL and I can't seem to find a way how to repair it - so if you have recently joined, please consider leaving a comment, I'd love to know who you are:-)
First on the list of the project dump is a pink apron skirt which I had started to work on back in 2009 and forgot it nearly finished on the bottom of a drawer till some three days ago, when I stumbled upon it during searching for fabric for the embroidered pillowcase below - I showed it to my sister, she thought a short while and then took it off my hands. And here is the result - very pretty, isn't it? At last I have something to wear around the house:-)
Spring is coming... you can't really smell it in the air yet here, but nature is already giving signs. For one, we've had several days of sunlight! Amazing. And so I got an itch in my hands to make something springy, and what spells out spring better than flowers?
Finally finished... a rose carpet for the nursery of the Fantasia Dollhouse, + a not-so-matching bell pull; but then, cast-off, worn-out stuff was put in nurseries commonly in Victorian period, so it's okay.
Work in Progress
The embroidered pillow I had intended to make as a present was halted by a lack of large enough embroidery frame at first; and then when Dad made it for me, lack of strength to lift it. It's pretty heavy! But I was on cloud 9 the whole day when he gave it to me. It's great to have such a skillful familyXD
Thanks to God I'm finally getting a little better and Downton Abbey is on the rerun on TV - since Downton Abbey = embroidering in my book.
Unfortunately the hoop frame I used previously has somehow stained the fabric... I hope it will wash away.
And lastly, I've started working on a Chinese carpet for a blue and white room I intend to create (did I mention I'm adding two floors + attic to the dollhouse? As soon as health lets me, that is):
Have a wonderful new week, dear friends, and may this year 2013 treat you well!
Love, RosaJ
As my illness is finally crawling closer to an end, I'm tentatively returning to my online life - and as I write this little article on DIY gift tips, I sincerely hope the upcoming Christmas will be a wonderful, immensely happy time for everyone<3
Without further ado, here are my humble tips for presents.
1. For a friend/relative who likes to sew or embroider:
2. For somebody, who likes to keep their home pretty and cosy...
... consider embellishing some household item (tablecloth, pillowcase) with your friend's/relative's initials! These lovely designs by Di van Niekerk are a bit time consuming, but they are sure to bring smiles on the recipient's face. Here is what the frilly pillowcase I'm working on looks like after one evening:
The state after three evenings:
3. For a Classic Lolita
A rose corsage is a fun, quick and easy project truly anybody can make - and on a budget, too! A nice tutorial can be found here.
4. For a Sweet Lolita
Blogs participating:
Pop Princess
Sparkling Girl
Sweet & Simple
Let's Go
A Life In Disguise
Make Lovely
Lemon Tree
Spider Sugar
Monochrome Sparkle
Lots of love, happiness, health and wealth wishes
RosaJ
The strictly Lolita part:
The Lifestyle Lolita part:
Now I really wonder if any of the other Loli bloggers will share my taste:-D
Blogs participating:
Kirakirashoujo
Palace of Frills
Commercially Alternative
La Petite Princesse
Parfait Doll
Swirly Purple and Green Crayons
Sweet and Simple
Sweet Lolita Doll
Ramble Rori
Pop*Princess
Geisha Baby
Le Boudoir
Päivänvarjon alla
Stranger and Stranger
Puppenschloss
Princessly Living
Darkly Darling
Love, RosaJ
- The classical large rectangular headdress. This point is perhaps not that surprising, since they have gone out of fashion quite a while ago - but as I started out in 2008, I still remember them being quite the rage, and as a matter of fact, if they suited me, I would care but little if they are in vogue or not. Back in 2008 I actually owned one - pink, lacy, AP-styled, very pretty. I was very sad when I realized how little it flattered me.
- The rocking horse shoes. While I'm unsure about their popularity in the international community, they seem to be trendy still in my country - I do not dislike them, in fact I consider some of the designs rather cute, yet I have never yearned to own a pair, or even try them out. For gazing at, there are surely many which are very nice - but worn, I find them a little clumsy and a bit too big to look good.
- Trash Lolita. This is not a clothing trend actually, but rather a tendency which was a great craze in my community a couple of years ago: to take photos in Lolita while standing next to a trash bin, holding a toilette paper, going through garbage or drinking and smoking in a pub. I have never understood the appeal.
Blogs participating:
Sweet and Simple
A Lace Jail
F Yeah Lolita
Ramble Rori Starry Dreams
Make Lovely
Diary of an Elegant Gothic Lolita
American-Born Chinese Lolita
Rainbow Star Candy
❤ laurita
Lolita Cor de Rosa
Lolita Poupée
Pop Princess
Darkly Darling
