The escape of reading helped me through many a difficult year of early and late teens. Anne of Green Gables was a firm favourite. With every rereading I dreamt of one day sampling the red cordial that was so famously made by Marilla with a bosom buddy and kindred spirit.
To find a namesake of my favourite estate was a delight, and to spend the weekend there (albeit over a year ago) was soothing for the soul.
Over the past several years Castlemaine has evolved into a small arts community. Part of our original intention was to see the Ben Quilty exhibit at the local gallery.
This is the perfect setting for a sewing residence. And a fabulous backdrop for capturing images.
Original alterations to Anna/Flora dress can be found here.
Photos by Bruce. Residence: Green Gables at Castlemaine. Fabric gifted from @winding_bobbin. Dress pattern: modified Anna bodice with Flora skirt from ByHandLondon. Antique hair scarf from VintageCaf. Shoes by Louboutin. Tights by Wolford.
the girl in a tea cup 
Gorgeous dress 🙂 Castlemaine surely offers unique backdrops 😉
Thanks Jenya. I haven’t been to Castlemaine for years and it was so beautiful (even if it was 38 degrees that day!)
I was a fan of Anne of Green Gables too – still am really.
Love your dress.
It’s a classic, and I think one of my first introductions to a girl who actually did what she felt compelled to do. I wish I’d had her courage at that age. xxx
that fabric looks luscious, lovely pics ;o)
I think it cost me $30 in total (sans shoes of course). im going to have to break out the peals again doon!