Hello again, my lovelies! I hope everyone is having a wonderful Wednesday! 

For this week's Regency post, let's take a look at another profession, namely, the Brick Maker. Enjoy! ♥

Simply put, "brick-making is the art of forming and manufacturing Bricks."* Can't get any simpler than that, huh? 

​The section goes on to talk about the history of brick-making, discussing burnt vs "unburnt" bricks. It then goes on to describe the actual making of the bricks, and how many people it takes to to do so, as well as the variety of tools and implements needed for the process. It is pointed out that brick making "gangs" can earn a good living and are likely to be made up of families: father, mother, and 4-5 children of varying ages. Towards the end, we are told the names of a couple of the best brick makers of the time, as well as given a bit of info on tiles, described as a thin bricks. 

​That's it for this week's post. As always, thank you so much for stopping by. Have a lovely week! ♥

*Taken from The Book of English Trades, 1818, p. 58-63. Get the Google e-book HERE.

Hello, my lovely readers, followers, and fans! It's been a while again, hasn't it? I apologize for that. Life can sometimes get in the way, as can other pursuits. And I have a ton of pursuits these days. 

That said, how about a pretty little fashion print this dreary Wednesday morning? 

The following print is from the January 1819 issue of La Belle Assemblée, from the section called Fashions for February 1819. I've selected just one fashion to share with you today, the English Ball Dress. Enjoy! ♥

*Taken verbatim from the January 1819 issue of La Belle Assemblée. Get the Google e-book HERE.

Thank you so much for stopping by! ♥