TheWomenWhoMadeMe

Finding the extraordinary in ordinary women's history, challenging people to reevaluate their female ancestry. Tweets by

[Lucy Whitfield @katchuri]

A couple of months ago, I had a work experience student.
We did a deep dive into women-friendly industrial workplaces & turned up Elise Hassan - manageress of Warminster Castle Laundry.
Quite a tale - paralysed parents, Tiger Bay, shipwrecked husbands...
https://t.co/8yGs7Savhm

[Lucy Whitfield @katchuri]

I didn't wake up this morning and expect to be discussing gender politics and Mr Men/Little Miss books live on the radio. But poke the specialist women's historian...
1hr8min in.
https://t.co/YdVKoHatzv

[TheWomenWhoMadeMe @WomenWhoMadeMe]

@LRylandEpton @john_hobnob @ChippMuseum @YesterdaysSt0ry @WiltsHistory @HeritageWSHC Love this.

[TheWomenWhoMadeMe @WomenWhoMadeMe]

@LRylandEpton @ChippMelissa @ChippMuseum I wasn't allowed Barbie either, and indeed did the same (+ Disney Princess) when my daughter was small. Sindy was fair game though.

[Lucy Whitfield @katchuri]

For #localhistorymonth I do a series on FB called #wholivedinthebighouse, giving a little insight into the history of bigger properties we pass every day. It's usually fun & lighthearted. Yesterday it wasn't. And some things need saying. #stampitout

[TheWomenWhoMadeMe @WomenWhoMadeMe]

@HouseHistorian Yesterday I had one on the 1891 that called someone a "foundry firewoman". I got all excited & wondered if a South Wales ironworks had been incredibly progressive.
No such luck. Mis-transcribed "laundry forewoman".
Still progressive. But, y'know, not as much.

[Laura Rawlings @laurarawlings]

@WomenWhoMadeMe @BBCWiltshire I’m enjoying my copy. I send my parents’ WhatsApp messages asking whether they’ve heard of someone with the same family name, or if they know certain details about Wilts places… and mainly I can’t comprehend how women managed with so many children (and losses).

[TheWomenWhoMadeMe @WomenWhoMadeMe]

@laurarawlings @BBCWiltshire It is incredible how tough these women were.
With regards all those kids, I always think of the stories published in Margaret Llewellyn Davies' "Maternity" from 1915. Here's one of them: https://t.co/3OnqCHVN6r

[TheWomenWhoMadeMe @WomenWhoMadeMe]

I had a lovely time at @BBCWiltshire yesterday, talking about my brand new book with Sue Davies.

You can hear the interview at 2.41.20

https://t.co/q5KtdAa02p

[Dr Louise Ryland-Epton @LRylandEpton]

So excited to be part of the #MaudHeath celebrations in & around Chippenham this year. I love researching & writing about women. None are more misunderstood than Maud. 😁
But today I am writing about a c16 alehouse keeper & alleged witch, Edith, in a neighbouring village to her.

[Lucy Whitfield @katchuri]

VENUE CHANGE
Due to unforeseen circumstances, launch is now in the Barn at The Old Road Tavern, round the corner from Cousin Normans. Other than that, details remain the same.

[TheWomenWhoMadeMe @WomenWhoMadeMe]

@ailsaholland Absolutely. Drop me a DM and I'll get it sorted.
Your TedX talk has lived in my head for years & framed how I approach many facets of my practice.

[TheWomenWhoMadeMe @WomenWhoMadeMe]

I should probably add that I have quoted @ailsaholland in my introduction for this.

[Lucy Whitfield @katchuri]

Unboxing copies of Extraordinary Ordinary Women ~ of North Wiltshire, my new book for @hobnob_press and the natural next step for my @WomenWhoMadeMe project. Available now from https://t.co/J18l1ziw8q

[Dr Louise Ryland-Epton @LRylandEpton]

Delighted to be attending the launch of Lucy’s book. Her passion for women’s history is inspiring.

[TheWomenWhoMadeMe @WomenWhoMadeMe]

@HouseHistorian Love old ads. My favourite, when researching the beauty influencer for my book, was for a "pasta reducer" that promised to reduce bust size in stout women. But I couldn't work out from the context if it was a cream or a contraption like the Ganesh chin strap.

[Lucy Whitfield @katchuri]

Launch & signing of my new book - Extraordinary Ordinary Women ~ of North Wiltshire - 6.30pm on Wednesday 10th April at the delightful Cousin Norman's in Union Rd #Chippenham. All welcome.
I'll introduce the book & fabulous women featured to you, then sign & dedicate copies.

[Dr Louise Ryland-Epton @LRylandEpton]

@katchuri @hobnob_press @WomenWhoMadeMe Congratulations Lucy!!!! It’s such a good book. Cannot wait for your launch event. 😁

[Lucy Whitfield @katchuri]

Unboxing copies of Extraordinary Ordinary Women ~ of North Wiltshire, my new book for @hobnob_press and the natural next step for my @WomenWhoMadeMe project. Available now from https://t.co/J18l1ziw8q

[HobnobPress @hobnob_press]

We cannot believe #WomensHistoryMonth is almost over. But you can still purchase our lovely new title that highlights fascinating women's stories from north #Wiltshire.
Here is a little something on Amelia from #Malmesbury. https://t.co/KFLYgoOaAQ

[Lucy Whitfield @katchuri]

So excited to be able to hold my book in my hands!
It's a long-held dream come true.