"Make It Yourself"

by Sarah A. Gordon

Home Sewing, Gender, and Culture, 1890–1930

Edna Maine Spooner’s Wedding Portrait

Edna Maine Spooner’s Wedding Portrait

Edna Maine Spooner’s wedding dress is an example of the creative possibilities of home sewing. In addition to changing the sleeves, she added a train, a sash and ribbons.

Historic Textile and Costume Collection, University of Rhode Island. Donor: Lucile Hewitt Spooner Votta.