K. Christie, Clothier: At the Sign of the Griffin

K. Christie, Clothier: At the Sign of the Griffin This shop is all about items and clothing from the French and Indian war to the 1800’s. I make all garments by myself.

All the items are carefully constructed for historical accuracy while balancing durability.

No matter where I am in the world, I am always sewing.
08/10/2026

No matter where I am in the world, I am always sewing.

Good morning, please conserider helping CI with the shoe drive. In my other life I am a highschool teacher at a school i...
07/30/2026

Good morning, please conserider helping CI with the shoe drive. In my other life I am a highschool teacher at a school in Hagerstown. Children in need have touch many of my students in one way or other.

Just Finished, and To Be SoldGentlemen who stand in need of well-made linen clothing are informed that I have completed ...
07/29/2026

Just Finished, and To Be Sold

Gentlemen who stand in need of well-made linen clothing are informed that I have completed a small assortment of ready-made wares, now prepared for immediate delivery.

Among them are:
• One shirt of stout white linen.
• One shirt of fine handkerchief-weight white linen.
• Two shirts of h**p linen in the natural colour, being my newest offering.
• One hunting frock, made of heavy linen, in a gentleman’s medium.

Prices are as follows:
White linen shirts — $120 each.
H**p linen shirts — $140 each.
Heavy linen hunting frock — $225.

As these articles are already finished, there shall be no waiting upon the needle. The first gentleman to claim them shall have them. Should any of these wares suit your fancy, pray send me a private message or signify your interest in the comments below.

God willing, any purchases made today may be carried to the post as early as tomorrow morning.

I remain, as ever, your humble and obedient servant,

K. Christie, Clothier at the Sign of the Griffin on

Working on a new caraco today, and Lorna absolutely fell in love with the fabric. She immediately asked, “Can I have the...
07/21/2026

Working on a new caraco today, and Lorna absolutely fell in love with the fabric. She immediately asked, “Can I have the dress?”

I hated to burst her bubble… it’s not her size.

Then came the inevitable question: “Do you have more of that fabric?”

Sadly, no. This was the very last of it, and I even had to piece sections together to make the project work.

She stood in the corner and sulked for a little while after that. 😂

Honestly, that’s about as 18th-century as it gets! Fabric was far too precious to waste, and piecing was a common way to make every last bit count.

Sometimes the best fabrics are the ones you can never replace.

If you’re wondering what I was doing up so late last night, I was having a little fun between custom orders! 😊I put toge...
07/18/2026

If you’re wondering what I was doing up so late last night, I was having a little fun between custom orders! 😊

I put together this lovely ready-to-ship 18th-century ensemble.

🩵 Jacket

* Lightweight blue wool
* Fully lined in white linen
* Coordinating printed cotton lining in the cuffs
* Approximately 42” bust and 34” waist (the lacing allows for some flexibility in sizing)

🩵 Reversible Stomacher

* One side in matching blue fabric
* Reverse side in the coordinating Colonial Williamsburg printed cotton

🩵 Petticoat

* Colonial Williamsburg printed cotton
* Drawstring waist for an adjustable fit
* 41” finished length

To complete the look, I’ve paired the outfit with two fichu options:
• Coordinating printed cotton — $25
• Beautiful cream silk — $30

Pricing:

* Jacket: $175
* Petticoat: $120

Everything shown is ready to ship, so there’s no waiting for a custom sewing slot. If you’ve been looking to add a versatile 18th-century outfit to your wardrobe, this one is ready for its next adventure!

It’s late, and I’m up putting the finishing touches on a fun project. You’ll get to see it tomorrow!Working on this proj...
07/18/2026

It’s late, and I’m up putting the finishing touches on a fun project. You’ll get to see it tomorrow!

Working on this project got me thinking about one of the most common questions I hear from people who are just getting started in living history:

“Where do I go for…?”

Whether they’re looking for clothing, shoes, hats, fabric, leather goods, tinware, books, camp equipment, or any of the countless other items we all need, I’m fortunate to know an incredible network of talented artisans and trusted vendors that I can recommend.

I’d love to create a simple one-page resource directory that I can hand out at events to help newcomers find quality makers and suppliers.

If you’re a maker—or if there’s a business or artisan whose products you absolutely love—please leave a comment with:
• Business or maker’s name
• What they make or sell (or what you’ve purchased from them)
• Their preferred contact information (website, email, or social media)

I’ll compile everything into a directory to share with newcomers to the hobby. Who knows—I may even discover a few new favorites myself!

Let’s help make it a little easier for the next generation of living historians to find great craftspeople and quality products

Have you ever had your market bonnet caught in the rain, only to have the brim lose all of its stiffness?I have a simple...
07/09/2026

Have you ever had your market bonnet caught in the rain, only to have the brim lose all of its stiffness?

I have a simple little hack for you!

Head to your local thrift store and pick up a plastic placemat. I found this one at Goodwill for just $3.

Here’s what to do:
• Carefully open the seam where the brim meets the crown of the bonnet . Just large enough to remove then existing stiffener.
• Remove the existing stiffener.
• Trace the old brim onto the plastic placemat and cut out the new insert.
• Slip the new stiffener into the brim and sew the seam closed.

The result? A brim that won’t go limp after getting wet!

Now, before anyone points it out—no, this isn’t historically accurate. But if you’re looking for a practical solution for wearing your bonnet in less-than-perfect weather… who’s going to know? 😉

As a seamstress, I can’t help but notice what people are wearing… and just as importantly, what they’re not wearing.I’m ...
06/30/2026

As a seamstress, I can’t help but notice what people are wearing… and just as importantly, what they’re not wearing.

I’m always looking for ways to expand what I offer in my shop, so I’d love to hear from you!

What 18th-century clothing or accessories would you like to see available? Is there an item you’ve been searching for but just can’t seem to find anyone making? Or is there something you wish was easier to purchase without having to make it yourself?

Your feedback helps me create pieces that are useful, historically appropriate, and fill the gaps in our hobby. Drop your ideas in the comments—I can’t wait to hear what you’d love to see next!

Painting credit Pamela Patrick WhiteHistoric Art

Let’s have a little Friday fun!Today I met up with a longtime client at a well-known historic site to deliver an order. ...
06/26/2026

Let’s have a little Friday fun!

Today I met up with a longtime client at a well-known historic site to deliver an order.

Here’s a couple of clues:
🏛️ It’s about halfway between the two of us.
📅 The order is for a historical event I attend each December.

I’ve included a few photos from the site. Think you know where we met? Drop your guesses in the comments! I’ll reveal the answer later.

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The tent is all set up for fort Frederick market fair. Come see me at spot number 74. It might have been cold setting up...
04/21/2026

The tent is all set up for fort Frederick market fair. Come see me at spot number 74. It might have been cold setting up but at least it was not like three years ago….

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Hagerstown, MD
21740

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Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 11am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 11am - 12pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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