Sarah Plain and Tall costume?

Question

My 4th grader is involved in Battle of the Books and has to dress up as a character from Sarah Plain and Tall. We only got 1 weeks notice to get this together and I can't think of any clothing around the house that would be appropriate. There really is not time to order anything with paying an arm and a leg for express shipping and I do not sew.

Any ideas??

Answer 1

Salvation army! Or any thrift store, really. I am sure you could find a plain long skirt or dress and an apron to put over it. Then she can wear her hair in a bun or twisted braids and call it a day.

Answer 2

Does any woman in your family have any old clothes? Or maybe a long dress that looks old-fashioned? If I was in your situation I'd go right to my grandmother and ask her.