Throughout the 24 years of active operation, we were known for costuming individuals, corporate parties, television shows, community and school plays, Old West parties, Old Time weddings, children’s school projects, and fashion shows always with emphasis on historical accuracy, professionalism and quality garments.

   The group picture consists of the”SLOT GIRLS” (initials of the business), my former employees and great friends at my costumed “Fantasy Wedding” in 2003.  120 family and friends dressed as their fantasy.  Pictured Left to right on top row:  Robin Carson/  Chris Van Doren/Julie Bowler….front row..Kay Harroway/Sandy Tessier/ Dianna Geise

One of my favorite things to do is “redesign” where I take a gently used piece and design it into a period reproduction by changing the style and adding appropriate ornamentation.  I was recycling beautiful dresses, fabric, and vintage pieces long before it was fashionable or “green”. Claire Smith is in a redesign and also helped set up this website.  She is the lovely model in several of the pictures.

As the name indicates, Seams Like Olde Times consists of many beautiful vintage pieces.  Some of the garments have fabric or seams that are very delicate, and have been retained just for display, as wearing them would spell their demise.  For that reason, some pieces will be listed as “needs TLC ”, as they would be fabulous for patterns or displays, but would probably not be wearable in their present state.

   When anticipating selling my collection of vintage pieces it was difficult to let them go to their new home in less than perfect shape. Dianna Giese and I have spent many hours repairing, rebeading, relining and cleaning so the new owner can wear and enjoy these vintage pieces without worry.  Pictured are Dianna and her husband Al Geise/ myself and husband Chuck Andersen at a circa 1912 party and tribute to Molly Brown at the Molly Brown House.

This picture of the SLOT (Seams Like Olde Times) Girls was taken at a Victorian Tea Party held for the National Association of Costumers Convention which was held in Denver several years ago.  All the dresses shown are Victorian Reproductions.  Some are for sale now, and there will be more available in the future as I complete them.  All are individually designed and constructed, so no two are the same. The lovely hats are all designed by “ DIANNA” Pictured Left to right back row: Carolyn Musik/Dianna Giese/Robin Carson/Julie Bowler/Kay Harroway……..Front row.. SandyTessier/Chris Van Doren.

The character costumes are special pieces that need special homes.  They are one-of-a-kind characters and some inventory that I had set aside and are available now for purchase. We have some special men’s characters in this section also. 

The Children’s Costumes are “redesigns” of popular historical characters that elementary school students often need to portray for class projects.  These costumes are great for 10-12 year-old young people.  It’s also a popular idea to stage a Victorian Tea for a young girl’s birthday party with her friends!

Contact Information: 

Seams Like Olde Times.Com

6250 B East Yale Avenue

Denver, Colorado 80222

Phone: 877-315-1815

sandy@seamslikeoldetimes.com

Fax: 866-269-6180

Thanks for visiting us at SeamsLikeOldeTimes.com!!!!!!!!!!