"Ah, pride - it does follow the Plain everywhere! I thank thee for such good thoughts. I am moving into this slowly and cautiously awaiting God's blessings. I am blessed to have among my mentors several successful Amish business men and women -…"

"Friends: The s Plain Dress  survey is now closed. I'll be posting results soon. I thank thee! pmc"

"Kristen -  No, I have not! But I am working on it. :) Paula "

"Barb, You are such a delight. Keep searching, my dear. :) Paula"

"Hi Barb -  My apologies for the delay of my response. I'm sorry, but I can't help you with your question. They have great customer service and would be happy to help you narrow down selections so you don't need to order so many…"

"This is a tricky question. As I've become more aware of my own leading and the work that is required of me, I've time researching where our fiber comes from. It is not good news. There is movement for change, however, so I am hopeful that…"

"Sisters: What great replies! I appreciate the links. I like seeing what other women are creating out there. Like Isabel, I tend to be more on the traditional side. I wear my hair up in a mennonite bun with a traditional head covering over…"

"Colour is one of the great pleasures of my life, I must admit....so my clothes can be vibrant at times! Why would I be led to take such delight in strong colours and patterns if I was to wear dark colours and no patterns?  I believe that I am…"

"It's very useful, Alice. I'm so glad thee has added to the discussion! "

"I understand. Thanks, Elin! "

"Paula,   I'll add a yellow dress just for you. :) Thanks for filling out the survey and your extra comment. The free account did not allow me to do all I wanted with the survey, so I had to adjust and do my best. I can't make any…"

"Thank you Beth! I'm honestly still figuring out my focus and products. I myself prefer a modern interpretation with some historic twists, which is why I decided to do a survey. I was curious to know what others think. And yes, I'm thinking…"

"Hi, Paula, I took your survey yesterday and planned to respond here today, but now I can't see the survey anymore. But that's OK; I'll wing it. I felt that it would be helpful to have a spot for further comments,…"

"Apologies for coming late the the discussion here.I am not sure how useful my comments will be, at least they are a contribution to the picture we are all making together. I have a (brownish-)red dress, it is made from worsted (this is wool spun…"

"Done! Thanks for doing this. Is your focus to be historical Quaker Plain, or do intend to include more modern interpretations as well? I ask for strictly selfish reasons <smirk>. I would love some simple skirts in quaker gray.  "

"I am honored and amazed at the quality of the answers! Keep spreading the word, Friends, and I'll share some of the data when collected. Thank you, thank you. :)"