Fabulous and versatile, rigid-bodied box purses were popular in Barbie’s early years. Mid-century vintage box purses were often made from lucite (acrylic), wood, wicker, or metal. The variety and combination of materials were dizzying compared to today. In this class, we will use contemporary materials to recreate a specific type of faux-basket purse popular in the 1950’s-60’s. Unlike purses made…
Join the great Lady-Geologists of the early Victorian era to do some digging and nature watching! Listen to a Historical and Scientific Lecture by Mary Anning Herself Miss Mary Anning would like to share her latest discoveries with you. Come hear about what it's like to be a working woman combing the cliffs and beaches of Lyme Regis to find…
GBACG Goes To the Irving Penn exhibit at the De Young Museum. Irving Penn is widely recognized as one of the 20th century’s greatest photographers. Vogue’s longest-standing contributor, Penn revolutionized fashion photography. Meet together at 11am in front of the exhibit entrance for a group photo. Please remember you must purchase your ticket through de Young Museum (purchase your ticket…
Not ready for the big chop? Don't want to grow out your pixie cut? You can still wear 1920s hair! In this class students will learn period correct ways to style 1920s long hair, as well as some make-ahead hairpieces, to create fail-proof quick styles for any length of hair. The class will consist of two parts: The first portion…
Join us and watch The Lodger: A Story of the London Fog at the Niles Essanay Silent Film Museum. The film was Hitchcock's first thriller and established his reputation as a director. Its plot concerns the hunt for a Jack the Ripper-like serial killer in London. We hope you enjoy our choice, here is more information about this groundbreaking film.…
Join us at Camron-Stanford House to celebrate everyone's favorite - Barbie (and Ken, of course)! Think of how you would spend your own Barbie Dream Party and make it a reality! Relax in the garden or tour the house decked out in all pink, enjoy a smorgasbord of pink and sparkly desserts, take a picture in the Barbie Box, or walk the…
GBACG Goes To: 32nd Folsom Renaissance Faire & Joust Dust off your Renfaire garb and enjoy the turkey legs and mead! Meet together at noon-ish after the tickets check for a group photo (detailed gathering spot will be posted). Please remember you must purchase your ticket in advance!
Add a bit of glow and magic to your costuming by learning how to solder LED filaments and cast UV resin to make a light-up galaxy pendant. Using UV resin and filament LEDs you will make a unique light up galaxy inspired pendant. In this class you will learn how to do simple soldering, use UV resin, and make a…
Gather in outer space with beings from distant galaxies, from a long time ago, far reaching future, or other timey wimey travelers! Join us for an afternoon studded with stars, enjoy a sit-down buffet luncheon, and make a toast to the vast sky above! COSTUME Anything sci-fi or space related goes! Dress as your favorite galaxy-travelling hero, a smooth-talking robot,…
Once again it's time for our annual Open House. This year's Open House will be similar to the last couple of years in that we will be virtual. What is the Open House? The GBACG Open House is an opportunity for members and those interested to hear about the past year of our guild, plans moving forward, and any organizational changes…
For all those who love creating! Costume Academy is a one-day event where you can learn techniques to take your projects to the next level. The day consists of three sessions and includes a variety of class topics, such as ribbon trim, care of vintage clothing, leafy leather cloak clasps and a variety of accessories from various eras. Here's how…
Join us for a delightful picnic and celebrate Jane Austen's 250th birthday. Enjoy the sea breeze, classic lawn games, and readings from Austen’s works. Light refreshment will be served. Dress: 1790s-1820s - Regency/Napoleonic/Empire, Jane Austen, Bridgerton, Miss Austen Recommendations for Regency/Napoleonic/Empire costuming: Books/Patterns: Laughing Moon Black Snail Patterns Regency 1790-1820’s Women’s Dresses and Spencers Black Snail Patterns 1700-1820’s Menswear Past Patterns…
GBACG Goes to Renfaire at the California Academy of Sciences! Raise a goblet, don thy finest garb, and make haste: A night of revelry and merriment awaits thee at California Academy of Sciences. Gather yer crewe and step back into ye olde good times, featuring a costume contest, dance lessons, live performances, hands-on crafts, local artisans, and more. Dressing up…
Travel through time and immerse yourself in the glamour and style of the 1920s through the 1940s at Filoli. From the flapper gowns and jazz of the 1920s to the elegance and wartime resilience of the 1940s, this event is a tribute to the most iconic decades in modern history. This stylish weekend will feature music from the time period…
Join the renowned detectives from real and fictional universes as we all attempt to solve a mysterious murder! The first detective to unravel the clues hidden around the grounds and pinpoint the culprit will receive the coveted Sleuth of the Summer award and perpetual bragging rights! Dress: Your favorite detective from history, fiction, or movies/comics/anime
We will be attending a Bay Area Vintage Base Ball game. Pick your favorite 1886 Team and cheer them to victory while you picnic with friends.
Celebrate 175 years of California statehood with a breezy train ride through the redwoods aboard an authentically preserved train! Roaring Camp's steam engines are among the oldest and most authentically preserved narrow-gauge steam engines providing regularly scheduled passenger service in America. Start your visit with a delicious barbecue picnic lunch. Afterwards, travel over trestles, through towering redwood groves and up a…
Celebrate the fall season with your fellow witches, wizards, and other magical folk at the Wandering Tavern! Enter a whimsical tavern and enjoy a delicious buffet luncheon while listening to a bard perform to a room full of magical folk. Have a drink at the private bar, and catch up with the tavern rumors. Come as your favorite magic-user from…
Once again it's time for our annual Open House. This year's Open House will be similar to the last couple of years in that we will be virtual. What is the Open House? The GBACG Open House is an opportunity for members and those interested to hear about the past year of our guild, plans moving forward, and any organizational changes…
Many famous paintings and prints showing charming winter scenes of ice skaters are a perfect inspiration for our March skating party at Palo Alto’s charming outdoor rink, the Winter Lodge. Come in simple daytime attire that you can comfortably skate in from any time period. Historical sportswear and winter-inspired outfits are perfect for this event. Due to risks of falling…