Claire Noland

I remember my mom and grandmother sewing constantly during my childhood. Scraps of cloth went into a basket, Halloween costumes were created and reused for multiple years, and there was always the mindset "it's still good." That's not uncommon for people who lived through or were raised by folks who experienced the Great Depression. Nancy Bess had a Dress reminded me of that mindset; a mindset I grew up surrounded by, and I've had ingrained in me, as well. It's a beautiful book with historic perspective about a little girl who knows how to make the most out of what she's got. "Waste not, want not." Nancy Bess is a lovely character, a great example for young readers, and her story still resonates in today's world. If you grew up shelling peas on the front porch of your grandmother's house this book is for you. If you have a child interested in sewing or creating this book is for you. If you want a great book with historic truth and value to it this book is for you. Go read this book - it's delightful!
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