Hello, my lovelies! It's been quite some time since I posted a Regency Wednesday post on this blog, so I thought it was long past due. With that in mind, I went searching through some Regency periodicals, looking for an interesting tidbit to share. I believe the following qualifies as interesting... 

When one mentions "steam," one often thinks of the Victorian Era, rather than the Regency. So, of course, I had to share this interesting little article about a steam yacht in 1819. 

From the clipping:
"This yacht is the property of several gentlemen, zealous to promote the success of the application of steam as the propelling power to vessels... Her construction was planned by Mr. Maudesley, the engineer, under whose indefatigable exertions she has been completed and has become a vessel highly interesting, on account of her scientific excellencies, her great accommodation, and her peculiar beauty."*

This short piece mostly focuses on the appearance, rather than the benefits of steam-powered travel. Not really surprising, considering Ackermann's was mostly aimed at ladies, or at the very least, was mostly read by ladies. Naturally, it would be assumed at the time that ladies would be more interested in the accommodations and the appearance rather than the science behind steam power. (Or I've totally missed the point, which wouldn't be the first time. lol) Whatever the original author's intent, it's still an interesting little glimpse. ☺

So what do you think? Let us know in the comments below! ♥

*Clipped from Ackermann's Repository, August 1819, p. 63-4. Get the Google e-book HERE. 

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! ♥

I am so sorry for the lack of posts to this blog lately. I hope you lovely readers can forgive me. I'm back today with a simple slang post. Enjoy! ♥

PINS. 
Legs. Queer pins; ill shapen legs.

PUNK.
A whore; also a soldier's trull. See TRULL. 

QUEER AS DICK'S HATBAND. 
Out of order, without knowing one's disease. 

RABBIT CATCHER. 
A midwife. 

RATTLE-PATE. 
A volatile, unsteady, or whimsical man or woman.* 

I've been doing a little research into dinner parties and food for a particular section of Tilly's Temptation. That reminded me of the Supersizers Go... series, the Regency episode in particular. I've linked the full video below for your enjoyment. ♥ 

​I have to say, the Jugged Hare is horrifyingly fascinating to me for some reason. It's a little like a train wreck; I just can't look away. I also enjoy the cook, who is incredibly funny. And, of course, Giles and Sue are absolutely hilarious. 

​"It's good, because you get sweetness, and then suddenly you get salty cow."
 —Sue describing Parmesan ice-cream

I love how they intersperse this with historical tidbits. It makes for an all-around enjoyable bit of research for anyone interested in the English Regency.

Incidentally, when hubby and I first watched this years ago, we realized his favorite snack (cheese toasted on bread) is actually Welsh Rarebit. As soon as we saw this, learning that English Rarebit includes red wine on the bread, we tried that too. He prefers the Welsh version. LOL 

What did you find to be the most interesting aspect of this video? 

(If you enjoyed the video, be sure to click over to YouTube and give it a like.)

I was going to do a post on Regency pets and I still will, but I have to do a little more research, and it's already Wednesday. To that end, let's talk about artificial anchovies. 

OK, when I first went looking for a Regency topic for today's blog post, I wasn't hunting for smelly little fish. No, I intended to post about one of the most important members of a Regency household, the housekeeper. 

It was while I was reading about this position, learning about all the many, many things that falls under a housekeeper's jurisdiction, that I stumbled into the recipe section of The Servant's Guide and Family Manual. I almost spit my drink when I saw the following recipe...

Artificial Anchovies.

"To a peck of sprats put two pounds of salt, three ounces of bay salt, one pound of salt-petre, two ounces of salt prunella, and a few grains of cochineal. Pound these articles in a mortar, and sprinkle the powder over each layer of sprats. When the jar or pan is full, press the fish down hard, cover them for six months, and they will be fit for use."*

On that note, I will say thank you for stopping by and have a lovely evening! ♥

*I found this recipe in The Servant's Guide and Family Manual (1831), p. 17. You can get the Google e-book HERE.

Hello, my lovelies! It's Wednesday and that, of course, means it's time for another Regency Wednesday post. It's been a while since we've pored over gorgeous clothes, so let's take a look at some Regency fashion. ♥

  Plate 19.—Morning Dress.
  A loose robe of fine cambric or worked jaconot muslin, over a petticoat of the same, flounced with French trimming; long full sleeve, confined at the wrist with treble drawings, and ornamented with corresponding trimming. The robe, or négligé, of demi-length, is confined at the top by a narrow collar, or gathered into a Vandyke ruff, and is worn with a coloured silk handkerchief, tied carelessly round the neck, and is fastened down the front with bows and tassels. A mob cap, composed of net and Brussels lace, decorated with a cluster of flowers, and bows of satin ribbon. Hair curled in the neck. Slippers or sandals of pale tan-coloured kid. Gloves en suite.*

*Taken verbatim from Ackermann's Repository, 1815, p. 242. Get the Google e-book HERE.

I just love the bird. I think it's time for me to do some research into Regency pets. What do you think? 

As always, thank you for stopping by. Have a lovely day! ♥

I've been shamefully neglecting my blog of late, and my site in general. We were without internet for a while, which made blogging rather difficult. Then we had internet and I still didn't post. So sorry. Please forgive me and enjoy this selection of fun Regency slang. ♥

Martinet. 
A military term for a strict disciplinarian: from the name of a French general, famous for restoring military discipline to the French army. He first disciplined the French infantry, and regulated their method of encampment: he was killed at the siege of Doesbourg in the year 1672. 

​Natty Lads. 
Young thieves or pickpockets. Cant. 

​Ninny, or Ninnyhammer. 
A simpleton. 

​Ottomised. 
To be ottomised; to be dissected. You'll be scragged, ottomised, and grin in a glass case: you'll be hanged, anatomised, and your skeleton kept in a glass case at Surgeons' Hall. 

Peckish. 
Hungry.* 

​*Taken verbatim from the 1811 Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue. Get your free Kindle edition HERE.

For today's Regency Wednesday post, I've decided to re-post one I did on my old blog. The original post was from October 5, 2011. 

Beau Brummell was born June 7, 1778. I figured today was a good Wednesday to re-post this. Enjoy! ♥ 

Thank you so much for stopping by! To read more about Brummell, check out the Wikipedia article HERE. 

I missed Regency Wednesday last week and then, due to an internet outage today, I almost missed it again. I apologize both for the lateness and the simplicity of this post, but I hope you enjoy these slang terms from the 1811 Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue. ♥

Heart's Ease. 
Gin. 

Ivories. 
Teeth. How the swell flashed his ivories; how the gentleman shewed his teeth. 

​Jail Birds. 
Prisoners. 

​Keelhauling. 
​A punishment in use among the Dutch seamen, in which, for certain offences, the delinquent is drawn once, or oftener, under the ship's keel: ludicrously defined, undergoing hard-ship. 

Lubber. 
​An awkward fellow: a name given by sailors to landsmen.* 

*Taken verbatim from the 1811 Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue. Get your free Kindle copy HERE. 

​Thank you for stopping by and have a lovely week! ♥