News A stitch in time 22/07/2024 FacebookTwitterEmail These advertisements show that stores went to great lengths to secure the services of expert dressmakers. (Supplied) By the Longreach Archival and Historical Research Group Inc In bygone days, only people of considerable means could afford to purchase factory-made frocks, skirts, blouses and general apparel. Businesses […] Subscribe or Login to see the rest of the content. Username Password Remember Me Forgot Password