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The Silly Sisters



Fashions for the Lady Refined or Rustic
and Other Items Too Tedious to Mention


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The Silly Sisters

Specializing in 18th century reproduction women's clothing

 

"The sisters' re-creations are right on the money," says Sally Queen of Alexandria, an authority on 18th century clothing through her work with Colonial  Williamsburg, Mount Vernon and the Smithsonian's American History Collection.  "Mrs. Cowan's and Mrs. Runyon's work exceeds the standards demanded at even the most discerning living-history museums," Mrs. Queen says. "They have taken all they know about the 18th century and are putting it into practice to create the most authentic costumes available." 

The Washington Times   September 8, 1999  
 


Our clothing is hand finished to create more accurate reproduction garments



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The purpose of this website is to make available our contact information, schedule of events for the the year, catalogue of offerings and a current price list.  We regret to say that we do not accept orders over the internet or left on our studio phone's voice mail but will be more than happy to assist you in placing an order by phone.  Please visit our collection of web pages under Offerings to view in a catalogue format the vast majority of items in our inventory.  Thank you very much for your interest.


News That is Ft to Print

Updated April 16th, 2008
Remember to 'refresh' the pages frequently as we continue to make changes to our website.

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A  Great New Book is Now Available
by our dear friend Sally Queen.
Please click on the book or follow the link below to the website.

Cover: Clothing and Textile Collections in the US: A CSA Guide

Countless treasures of clothing and accessories, uniforms, costumes, textiles, quilts, and flags exist in collections across the US, but until now no comprehensive directory to these collections was available. This is the first guide to list basic contact information on over 2,400 American collections that include these objects as part of their permanent holdings. Each listing includes location and contact information, and many listings also offer a description of the collection.

Clothing and Textile Collections in the US: A CSA Guide
Edited by Sally Queen and Vicki L. Berger  $39.95 soft cover
Texas Tech University Press  Costume Society of America Series
www.americasclosets.com

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Recent Creations from The Silly Sisters


from left to right, Diana in a Quaker Gown, Liz in a Fitted Jacket and Matching Petticoat, Nancy in an English Gown

 


Specializing in 18th century reproduction women's clothing


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