At the Sign of the Golden Scissors

At the Sign of the Golden Scissors 18th century clothing research and reproductions Ongoing research into original 18th century clothing and accessories is our focus.

We strive for historical accuracy within modern constraints with all of our clothing, products and workshops.

08/16/2026

"The dressmaker has no special tools. A thimble some needles, some thread, some silk, a pair of scissors and a flat-iron are sufficient for her work. ..."

Quote from F. A. de Garsault, "Descriptions des Arts etc Metiers etc. L'Art de Couturuere" 1769.

Happy Caturday! Our shop apprentice, Miss Bean, is getting a lesson in mending today. This poor, worn-out shift is getti...
08/15/2026

Happy Caturday! Our shop apprentice, Miss Bean, is getting a lesson in mending today. This poor, worn-out shift is getting a last-minute repair to (hopefully) get it through one more event.

What's your weekend sewing project?

Did you know that our English Gown Workshops also include a study session with antique textiles? As the Golden Scissors ...
08/08/2026

Did you know that our English Gown Workshops also include a study session with antique textiles?

As the Golden Scissors Study Collection grows, we are able to provide students with the opportunity to get up close with items from the period. What does 18th century silk or linen actually feel like? We have a number of samples that you can touch!

Our next gown workshop will take place October 2nd- 4th at the Col. Paul Wentworth House in Rollinsford, NH. Spaces are limited.
https://atthesignofthegoldenscissors.com/products/larkin-smith-english-gown-workshop-october-2nd-4th

Featured Friday!! Have you ever wanted to make an 18th century gown but not sure how to start? Do you struggle with gett...
08/07/2026

Featured Friday!! Have you ever wanted to make an 18th century gown but not sure how to start? Do you struggle with getting the bodice to fit smoothly? How do you choose period correct materials?
Join us for our next English Gown workshop, October 2ne - 4th, 2026 in Rollinsford, NH, where we will address all these questions and more. Registration is available here on our website. Space is limited!

https://atthesignofthegoldenscissors.com/products/larkin-smith-english-gown-workshop-october-2nd-4th

Date - October 2ne - 4th, 2026
Location - Col Paul Wentworth House, Rollinsford, NH

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Yesterday was a fantastic day visiting with the team at Cora Ginsburg LLC in their beautiful studio. We had the chance t...
08/06/2026

Yesterday was a fantastic day visiting with the team at Cora Ginsburg LLC in their beautiful studio. We had the chance to see some amazing antique textiles and came home with a few treasures for our Golden Scissors Study Collection.

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