Christmas 2013 Collection!

Every week in November we will be releasing a new design as part of our Christmas 2013 collection. This week we have released a re-design of the 'Sarah Childress Polk' Dress. The dress features a vintage porcelain brooch that was made in Japan.

What's Happening?

Hello Friends,

I'm sure some of you are wondering either 'Where is the September Dress?' or 'When will you release the Fall collection'?

Well, here is the answer to both. I'm not sure. I am extremely busy on a living history project that I volunteer for in my home town, and haven't had the time (or energy) to devote to Doll Clothes of Yore. Rest assured, if you order a dress it will be sent to you on time. I simply haven't been able to concentrate on new designs, however, I hope that will change in the next few weeks.

I've also decided that 2014 will be different when it comes to releasing new designs. My business has been growing, and fabric is becoming increasingly unavailable or expensive. Instead of releasing large collections a few times a year, I will instead be focusing on more 'Special Editions'. However, I may keep the Monthly dress plan going, we shall see.

Thank you for your patience, and for learning with me as I find what Jesus wants for me and for 'Doll Clothes of Yore' in 2014.

Emily Marsh

August 2013 Dress! + New 'Special Edition'!

The 'Doll Clothes of Yore' August 2013 dress is now released! It's a gorgeous summertime Regency outfit, complete with a white bonnet that will match many outfits, not just this one!

The 'Elizabeth Monroe' Dress - named for the fifth First Lady of the United States. You can learn more about her and the fashion history behind the dress and bonnet on our website!

Plus, we've got a new 'Special Edition' Dress - it's a remake of an older design, but still absolutely lovely!

The 'Maria Theresa' Dress - It's a lavendar brocade beauty from the 1780's, the dusk of the Georgian era. Worn with the 'Colonial Undergarments' Set, it's a beautiful addition to any Colonial wardrobe! But don't wait - there are only 7 available.

1940's Clearance!

To pave the way for our brand new 1940's designs, all our old 1940's outfits are now clearance! Save up to 25% on select 1940's outfits. Click Here!

**Valid on select products only, quantities are limited.

July 2013 Dress + What's Coming Up

The July 2013 Dress is here! It is our latest Tudor design, and was inspired by an extant Italian Renaissance gown of the same color!

Also, in other news, I've been planning for some time to re-do my 1940's section. There a couple reasons for this, the first is that I haven't really worked on the 1940's in several years, so those designs are older and need to be refreshed (and I'm just tired of repeating the same designs for years in a row!). The other reason behind my complete re-draw of the section is that American Girl is taking away Molly and Emily, their 1940's dolls. Personally, I wasn't happy when I learned of this - Molly was my doll as a kid! But it does give the designer in me a good excuse.

So, to start off my re-do, I'll be putting all my 1940's designs (save the 'Rita Hayworth' Dress) on clearance starting Friday, July 26th. Everything must go! More information about my new designs will be coming out later, but I am planning on releasing it mid-August.

All the best,

Emily

Summer 2013 Collection is here!

Finally! The official 'Doll Clothes of Yore' Summer collection has been released! Thanks to all of your for your patience - and I hope it has been amply rewarded! Included in this season's collection are:

• 'Martha's Wedding Gown' - A reproduction of the dress Martha Washington wore for her marriage to George Washington!
• 'Margaret Gage' Dress - An elegant sacque-back dress named for a fascinating character of the American Revolution!
• 'Elizabeth Keckley' Dress - A sophisticated ensemble inspired by the woman behind the clothing of Mary Todd Lincoln during her tenure in the White House.
• 'Millicent Fawcett' Dress - A beautiful 1903 dress named for a prominent suffragette!
• 'Jean Conan Doyle' Dress - Another gorgeous and feminine dress inspired by the wife of Arthur Conan Doyle, the inventor of Sherlock Holmes!
• 'Rita Hayworth' Dress - An adorable ensemble inspired by a McCall pattern from 1940; A Sundress and Bolero outfit! 

Be sure to check them all out, and let us know what you think! Our system for reviews is under construction right now, but please don't hesitate to shoot an email our way! We'd be thrilled to hear from you!

HEAV, Richmond and new designs!

Hello friends,

I'd like to take this opportunity to thank you for your interest in my business, 'Doll Clothes of Yore', and also to apologize for the lack of variety in my website catalog of late. I took 'Doll Clothes of Yore' to an annual convention in early June, and completely sold most of my designs. I am working hard on some wonderful new styles, and I am excited to be releasing them soon. It is slow in coming due to backorders from the HEAV convention in Richmond VA, a weekend loss of electricity, and general busy-ness!

It is my goal to release my Summer 2013 Collection in time for Independence Day (July 4th). My July 2013 Dress will come shortly afterwards.

Here's a sneak peek at my Summer Collection!

• A Colonial Wedding Dress - inspired by the wedding dress of Martha Washington!
• A Colonial Sacque-back dress - inspired by an antique dress housed in the Los Angeles Museum of Art
• A Civil War plaid taffeta dress - Also inspired by a piece in the LA Museum of Art
• The 'Elizabeth Keckly' Dress - inspired by the best friend of Mary Todd Lincoln
• 1950's Poodle Skirt outfit - So adorable!
• And more to come!

I'm excited about my new designs and I hope you are too! I think they will be worth the wait! Stay Tuned!

-Emily