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ABOUT THIS LIST:

This list concentrates on re-creating period costume, from the Bronze
age to the mid-20th Century. Its emphasis is on accurate historical
reproduction of clothing, historical techniques for garment construction,
as well as the application of those techniques in modern clothing design.
Other topics appropriate for discussion include adapting historical
clothing for the modern figure, clothing evolution, theatrical costumes,
patterns, materials, books, and sources for supplies.

Shows, museums, galleries and publications suitable for education or
inspiration, training opportunities available through schools and
workshops, design and motivational issues, collective group projects, and
exchanges of materials are all also of interest to this list. Wig making,
accessory and makeup issues, where pertinent to the overall design of the
costume, are also acceptable topics.

Advertisements or announcements for historical costumed events are
allowed, but general discussions regarding the groups or organizations
that sponsor costumed events is discouraged. Those o