Are you invited to the Birthday Ball? This year we need to celebrate the Fourth of July in style. Consult with your favorite dressmaker and order early.
This gown — yes, this one will be perfect. The changeable silk looks elegant in natural light or by candle chandelier.
The lace trim on the undersleeves plus the narrower lace at the square neckline is sure to get the attention of the gentlemen. Skirt and overskirt are the perfect volume for dancing — also for getting in and out of the carriage.
Fictional Elm Ridge, Illinois, does not host a fancy ball each Fourth of July. But they celebrate in the town square with speeches, the reading of the Declaration of Independence, and a generous supply of food. Check out the wholesome romance, Stitching a Dream, to meet some of residents and peek into an 1850’s autumn and winter. Follow the link for details and purchase information. https://bit.ly/49FtvjF
