Virginia Evening Stripe Silk Taffeta claypipes An all-inclusive kit to make

An all-inclusive kit to make one of the most ubiquitous 18th-century accessories— a black silk bonnet

while the natural sheen of the silk adds depth and movement as the fabric catches the light

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close-fitting style is typical of the early 19th century

a figure long celebrated in Dutch tradition

Virginia Evening Stripe Silk Taffeta claypipes An all-inclusive kit to makeVirginia Evening stripe silk taffeta featuring elegant stripes of gold, cream, and blue woven together in a harmonious and eye catching design. The combination of colors creates depth and contrast, while the natural sheen of the silk enhances each stripe as it catches the light. Woven with the crisp hand and lively body characteristic of silk taffeta, this fabric is particularly well suited for gowns, petticoats, waistcoats, jackets, and other