Explore a collection of captivating portraits that depict the beauty and resilience of peasant women. Discover the stories behind these empowering images and be inspired by their strength and grace.
The Laundress, 1761, by Greuze Mules! (AKA Slippers!) Did you know that mules were incredibly common in the 18th century? Women of all social classes wore them in various materials (silk, wool, leather), both as indoor and outdoor wear, and it's easy to see why. Mules easily
‘No part of the business of farming is more pleasant than hay-making.’ (Merry’s Museum, 1843) I love haymaking with the scythe! Besides being the best full body workout, mowing with the scythe is eco-friendly, quiet – unlike lawn mowers and string trimmers, and with the scythe it’s possible to cut the grass on a steep … Continue reading Edwardian Haymaking With The Scythe →
My sense of fashion withered while raising nine kids on a hobby farm. I did not have time to do more than throw my hair up in a quick updo and pull on pantyhose in our big van on the way to Church.…