One of my favorite things about the 18th-century is the fashion. This silk cape is a beautiful, even whimsical example of why it’s a favorite for me. At first glance it may seem just another pretty, genteel garment but…
Per The Met, “The extraordinary embroidery of this cape shows the delight of the British in the age-old tradition of representing nature in embroidery. The whimsy and pleasure expressed in the embroidery is evident.” I especially love the beribboned straw hat!
In this third Scottish novel I’m writing I have toddler twins. My heroine meets them & is wearing this cape. Her heart for children leads her to choose something she knows will appeal to them. The nursery scene is one of the favorites that I’ve ever written. Children add so much to a story.
For those patiently waiting, this third Scottish novel will release January 2025. There’s another novel coming out before then in January 2024. I promise I’m writing as fast as I can. It’s research that takes time. And I try to get it right. I love the working title of this novel though I’m not going to share it since it gives too much away. I’ve just reached the midpoint in writing so the novel is half finished. And wheest, I do love it!
Here’s hoping you love it, too!