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A Stitch (Back) In Time: How Reenactors Are Outfitted - Washington Crossing Historic Park
Those who visit Washington Crossing Historic Park often feel transported back in time, thanks in part to the authentic 18th-century clothing worn by reenactors. What isn’t immediately apparent is the time and energy that goes into making these garments. Many reenactors’ clothes—including elaborate dresses and military uniforms—were hand-sewn by members of the park’s Sewing Club, which formed in early 2015 when a group of women decided to meet on a regular basis to sew period-accurate clothes for special events. “As Colonial Days programs approached, a few of us gathered to make aprons, petticoats and pockets for our dresses,” says park Read More