Historical Regency Fashion Prints. Jane Austen era clothing designs

A posting for all you Jane Austen and Regency clothing  fans.

 Some of these fashion prints were originally published by Rudolph Ackermann. He began his print shop in 1795 and was known for  lithographs. Families,including the children would hand color them by candle light. Historic costumes and vintage textiles and of course lace are some of my favorite things. The back of the dresses are featured in a lot of the prints. I assume that was just as important as the front. Very pretty compared to what we do now. Fashions are from approx. 1800-1820. I have several more that will posted in the future.

It has been so fun posting this last week. Much love, Louise

Some of these will click to a larger size.

All I can say is wow! For the woman who wants to make a dramatic statement!



A day at the beach! antique photographs, prints and paintings * free clip art *

Summer weather and days at the beach go hand and hand. This post focuses on those happy pleasant times.

 The shell print is instant art or the shells can be used individually in your collages. Perfect for the beach house!

This charming image is an illustration from a vintage children's school reader. Love those old books!

These  antique photographic postcards are so fun.

One of my favorite beach activities!

Be sure and wear that sun screen and have a wonderful day at the beach. 

Much love as always, Louise

Antique bird prints of humming birds and misc. birds with nests Free for artist trading cards, collage scrape booking and instant art

Here is the third posting of the day. Be sure and scroll down for more.

Theme 3 - Birds and nests

One day my grandmother Nana went to pick out some old bird prints. She let me pick out several. It is one of those memories that really stuck in my mind. When ever I see antique bird prints it reminds me of that day.I just love the humming birds.

Now I really must attend to the Legacy buttons!

Love, Louise