Showing posts with label How to. Show all posts
Showing posts with label How to. Show all posts

Sunday, April 19, 2015

how to create a vintage wardrobe

    Now that the school year is about over I will be able to post more often and today I will teach you how to obtain the vintage wardrobe you have been wanting. Lets get down to the basics, What time period is most appealing to you. Personally I have stuck with the downtown abbey era because it is the era that really speaks to me. The first thing you will need to is study up on the garments worn by the individuals during the era. For example if you are going for a 1950's kind of look you would probably be aiming for bullet bras, guarder belts, circle skirts and wiggle dresses.
    I don't have a million dollars to be spending on brand name vintage clothing so I opt for the more reasonable approach and buy clothing from second hand stores, flea markets and antique stores.  Sometimes the clothing you find may not be in tip top shape and some sewing skills may come in handy. Also the clothing does not have to be a true vintage clothing item, it can just look the part.
    I especially love the hair and makeup portion of the look it just ties it all together. If you would like to do research on the particular eras hairstyles and makeup there are many websites that specialize in hair and makeup of a certain era. ( I will list some below.)

Victorian and Edwardian- gibsonglamor.blogspot.com
1920's - 1950's- www.vintagehair.com
makeup and fashion  1900's- 1960's- glamourdaze.com

 



Images from google. 
 

Wednesday, July 23, 2014

victorian head dressing styles from the book art of hair work by mark campbell

promenade head dress-
Comb the front hair between the temples straight back, over a cushion of crimped hair, forming a Chignon; then make two braids of two small switches, and place one of them over the top of the Chignon, and the other across the forehead, forming a diadem, turning the ends under; then comb the hair from temples over the braids, and put back under the Chignon, and fasten. Place a net of pearl or gilt beads over the Chignon, as in cut. You can use false hair for covering cushion, if desired.


reception head dress-
Curl the hair across forehead, or use false curls, combing the hair straight back, and form a chignon of curls at the back. Place a diadem plait across forehead, and raise the hair from the temples over the plait. Trim with roses and ribbons, or to suit dress.


soriee head dress-
Comb the hair straight back between the temples, tie it, and curl the ends, or use a set of long false curls. Place a diadem plait, made from a switch, across the forehead; then comb the hair back from the temples, over the ends of the plait, twist it, pass it back under the curls, and fasten firmly. Use a fancy back-comb on top of curls, and pin an ornament to diadem plait, with feather and chain attached, as in cut, or trim to suit dress.

grand evening party head dress-
 Make a parting over the head, from ear to ear, two inches from front; on the forehead, between the temples, curl the hair in small friz curls, and from the temple to the ear, make loose puffs. Divide the hair in three partings over the head, and roll each in a large puff; then form a large puff of the back hair, round the nape of the neck, as in cut. Fasten a large set of loose curls over the puff, with a comb or other ornament.


empress head dress-
Make a front parting, and a cross one from ear to ear. Divide each side into five parts; of the front parting make three puffs on each side. The remaining four make into long puffs, The back hair may be arranged in the same style of puffs, or with a double Chignon, placing a single, long false curl or braid, back of each ear. Trim with orange leaves, or to suit dress.


parisian head dress-
Comb back the hair from the forehead between the temples, make a large puff on the temples, and three puffs above each ear. Place a cushion at the back of head, and comb the hair over it, forming a chignon; then place a diadem plait, or twist, made from a large switch, round on the top of head, trimmed with leaves or ribbon, as shown in cut.


Apollo head dress-
Crimp the front hair, and raise it over the temples with a puff comb. Comb the hair just above the ear back, and friz the ends, and curl the back hair in large flowing curls,


the modern head dress-
Part the hair from temple to temple, one inch from front, comb it up on the forehead, and curl the ends in small snap curls; then comb the hair back from the temples, and form a loose puff. Make three partings across the head, and form a puff of each. Of the back hair, make a braided or plaited chignon, with a few friz curls underneath; then make two puffs back of the ear, as shown in cut. Wear a fancy comb or band over the top of chignon.


evening promenade head dress-
First crimp all the hair, then place a cushion high up under the hair at the back, forming a chignon, and friz the ends of the hair from ear to ear under the chignon. Tuck the hair high up on the forehead, place bands of ribbon over the head with a net at the back, and bring the hair above the ear up, and fasten to the ribbon. Pin a ribbon streamer to the net, as in cut.


shepherdess head dress-
Separate the hair across the head from ear to ear, three inches from front, and roll it in puffs . Do up the back hair in a double chignon, either with your own or false hair; add a set of false curls underneath the chignon, extending from ear to ear. Trim to suit dress with leaves, flowers and ribbon,


court head dress- 
Make a parting over the head from ear to ear, two inches from front, and form a row of nine small puffs over the forehead. Comb the remaining hair back, and divide into four partings around the head, and form each parting in a large puff, as in cut. Add a few small friz curls and orange blossoms between the puffs.


young brides head dress-
Comb the hair back and place a set of small loose curls across the forehead; place a diadem plait over the top of the curls, and comb the hair off the temples over the ends of the plait, and form a chignon or bow of the back hair, and place a three-strand braid around the chignon, made either from the ends of hair from the temple or a switch. Add a crown of white blossoms and a veil,


Neapolitan head dress-
Part the hair from front to crown, and from ear to ear; crimp the front, and braid the ends in a three-strand braid, and trim the ends with ribbon. Either braid or twist the back hair, and form into a coil. Place a small plait across the forehead,  Deck the hair with flowers or beads, to suit the occasion.


   
art of hair work book at- http://www.gutenberg.org/files/38658/38658-h/38658-h.htm

Monday, July 21, 2014

how to create a traditional 1920's bedroom

 staple of '20s decor, wallpaper provides a suitable backdrop for a traditional 1920s bedroom. Dark, Colonial-style furniture reflects '20s mainstream trends, especially when stenciled with floral motifs that echo wallpaper or stenciled wall patterns. A dresser with a dainty, upholstered stool and a Colonial-style poster bed coordinate, while a bedspread in cream and greenish blue-gray evokes the era's soft color preferences. Scattered accents in dusty-pink also reflect era preferences, including floral curtains and a hook rug, a popular '20s flooring accent.
 - paragraph by http://homeguides.sfgate.com/decorate-1920s-bedroom-85879.html

Tuesday, July 8, 2014

How to do a proper face masssasge by mothers remedies 1914

Unless properly done, Massage may do more harm than good. If one can afford a few treatments by a masseur and study her methods, it is great help. The thing is not to rub in more than you can rub out, By improper manipulation.
   Rub the face up, not down. This is because of the muscles tendency to sag. Rub across not with the lines. Rub the "parenthesis" around the mouth up and out, And give a rotary motion to the rubs giving to the cheeks, Gently pinching and pulling them out.
  But after all their is nothing like good temper and steady nerves to prevent tell-tale lines.
 

Monday, June 23, 2014

Vivan Huber's Skönhet's Bathing beauty tips

"if possible not be taken in the mornings- a shower is so much better to revive the spirits. If you really must, then make sure the bath is quick and the water lukewarm. A hot bath in the mornings before you go out may give you a cold. However, taking a bath in the evenings is very good for you as it helps not only against tiredness, but also nervosity, insomnia and headache. To promote the healthy effects even more, consider to add one the following suggestions;"
  "3-4 kg coarse salt, if you are feeling fragile.
1 tbl ammonia which is stimulating and can help if you feel a cold coming.
Perfumed sodium carbonate sooths the nerves.
Pine needles stimulates the heart and help against rheumatic pains..
1/2- 1 kg oath- or almond bran in a tulle bag is very good for the skin.
Perfumed bath salts of good quality stimulates our sense and promotes our spirits"
". If you also want to colour the bath, add some Phenolphthalein to the mixture. It will remain colourless until you use soap in the bath, then the water will turn pink."

     
- Pictures from LIFE magazine and Info from fortieswardrobe.blogspot.com

Tuesday, June 10, 2014

Vintage book review- Retro Crafts by Suzie Millions

 Retro Crafts has a lot of info about the history and creations now we get to the fun she shows you step by step instructions on how to create her fun little crafts.        like these cute little glitter critters!   
                                                           
I love the book because it also features how to throw a retro dinner party plus how to craft gatherings. Its like a whole retro text book. The book is nicely put together and has bright beautiful illustrations  that just catch the eye.
 You can buy this new at betterworldbooks.com for only $23.80


Here's the link -  http://www.betterworldbooks.com/book-id-1579908691.aspx

Sunday, June 8, 2014

how to apply makeup (1940)



1. Cleansing
First remove all stale make-up with cleansing cream . Remove cleansing cream, first with cleansing tissue and then with soap and water.  if you do not remove all traces of the cleansing cream it will cause the face to look greasy. if skin is oily follow removal of cleansing cream with a skin freshener.


2.Powdering.
Inspect make-up carefully before powdering.  Pat powder on  – never rub it on ! Use generously and remove all surplus with a brush. You may use powder that is lighter than your foundation but never one that is darker than your skin tone. Remove all trace of powder from the hairline.


3.Mascara
 drawing the eyelid gently upward while at the same time trying not to let the eye close. This will enable you to apply mascara to the entire lash and prevent flutter. Follow the same procedure in applying mascara to the lower lashes, gently pulling downward. The eye should be kept open.

    





Friday, May 30, 2014

1920s: Pattern for a crepe paper hat

First you have to cut the crepe paper into strips.  The instructions say
“The paper may be cut in various widths from ½ in to 1½ in. [1 cm to 3.5 cm, approx.]  The wider papers naturally make a heavier straw and are more suitable for Winter Hats than the lighter ones.”
Stretch and draw the strip through the lightly closed hand.”
It is a great improvement to add a small ornament to the front of the hat.”
Hats may be waterproofed by painting with Dennison Wax dissolved in methylated spirit.”