Victorian Fashion Presentation at Sanger Branch
(Released March 16, 2011) – Victoria might hold her own secrets, but so did Victorian ladies about their under-pinnings. If you enjoy historical fiction or clothing, please join us for a fashion-filled FREE program and live presentation on uncovering the secret of what lay beneath all of the lace and ruffles in your Victorian period stories. This unique program is scheduled from 6:30 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. on Tuesday, April 5 at Sanger Branch Library, 3030 W. Central Ave.
A live historic presentation will be presented by Kathy Dowd, of Heritage Rose Designs. Dowd holds a Masters degree in historic clothing design, with an area of specialization in mid-to-late 19thcentury. Dowd is the sole proprietor of Heritage Rose Designs, where she creates custom-made ladies Victorian apparel, under-pinnings and bustles, and accessories. Dowd's designs cover the years 1860-1890. Dowd's designs have been seen on Broadway, and are currently in the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in Springfield, IL. ( www.alplm.org ) Visit Dowd's Web site at www.heritagerose.biz
Registration is required to attend this program. Please call now to reserve your spot at 419.259.5370.
NOTE: For additional information visit toledolibrary.org, or call 419.259.5370.
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Organization Name: Toledo Lucas-County Public Library