“Timeless Trades” Workshop Series: Make Your Own Colonial Shift!
Schedule
Sat May 30 2026 at 10:00 am to 05:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
200 S Market St, Ligonier, PA, United States, Pennsylvania 15658 | Ligonier, PA
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Create your own colonial shift during a hands-on two-day workshop with historical seamstress Jessica Young!One of Fort Ligonier’s most popular History Alive! tradespeople, Jessica Young with Penny River Costumes returns for a fun two-day workshop where participants learn how to create their own colonial shift! In addition to being an expert sewist and teacher, Jessica also sells a wide variety of 18th-century era accessories, kits and sewing supplies.
Come and explore the most universal garment of an 18th century wardrobe! In this two day workshop we will explore the history, styles, and specific cutting and sewing techniques needed to make an 18th century ladies shift – from zero-waste fabric layout, to flat felled seams, to thread linked buttons, we will explore all of the patterning, cutting, and construction steps involved in making this most useful and ubiquitous garment. All materials will be provided, and participants should have a basic familiarity with hand sewing, including running stitch, back stitch, and buttonhole stitch.
Registration open now! Get your ticket today: https://ticketstripe.com/events/1121108649078209
Workshop has limited space. This workshop is two full days with time provided for lunch. Lunch is not included in the registration fee. Participants are invited to bring a brown bag lunch or visit one of Ligonier’s great eateries located close by.
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