@gannet @ai6yr agree so much!

@ai6yr I learned sewing from a couple of places (my mom & sisters a bit, 4H, school). It really bummed me out that at my teen’s school, which has a very broad arts curriculum, they offer nothing in fiber arts. No sewing, knitting, weaving, etc. He’s doing a theater class this fall that focuses on costume design but the teacher was surprised when I asked about sewing - much more about thrifting (fine) and glue. Missed opportunity.

@ai6yr also that it can start small with learning basic mending techniques! We (collectively, in the US) toss so many clothes that could be patched or altered.

@sewblue fantastic work! I’m assuming this was a request from your daughter, so a nonfiction book recommendation if she hasn’t heard of it - *Wisconsin Death Trip* by Michael Lesy. I think out of print right now, but lots of used copies available. Set a bit later than this amazing outfit (late 1800s vs mid), but this totally gives off vibes of that book.