26-28 Jan 2007: Midwest CW Civilian Conference, Illinois

[ElizabethClark]

Educational opportunities are always welcome, and here's one to look at:

Jan 26-28, 2007
Joliet, Illinois
The Midwest Civil War Civilian's Conference

http://www.midwestcwcivilian.com/index.shtml

* Juried Vendor Area
* Original items on display
* Great variety of workshops and entertainments, with topics of interest to all--this is definitely not just clothes! Military men--don't forget that you were a citizen first, and a soldier second. You'll want the information shared in these workshops!
* History-heavy, and from the looks of the list, very enjoyable!
* Registration costs include a nice meal package.
* New, easy-access location, whether you're flying or driving in.

Register before January 7 for an early registration discount and the best choice for Friday hands-on workshops.

Full details at the Conference website above!

[KATE1880]

Re: 26-28 Jan 2007: Midwest CW Civilian Conference, Illinois

Elizabeth, thanks for your kind words on the conference. It truly is a wonderful learning opportunity and a great place to meet fellow civilian reenactors.

I would like to highlight the two workshops that are being offered.

Kay Gnagey (www.originals-by-kay.com) is giving a workshop in which she will customize a bodice just for you. It can then be used as your "pattern" to make your own dresses. No more wondering which size you are, if you're between sizes, this one is customized just for you.

Roberta Siegel is offering a decoupage workshop. You will be provided with all the supplies necessary to make a period appropriate serving plate for your table ,instructions per Godey's Ladies magazine. (And I'll admit I had to look up decoupage, and it's extremely period apprioriate. not sure why I'd never hear of it before now)

Class sizes will be extremely limited for these two workshops, so register early and don't be left out.

Hope to see you there!