tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-553336331517009531.post5908319107834233594..comments2023-11-30T08:30:21.844-05:00Comments on Ambitatterous: Downton the DumpsIsDiharahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16129251975229390303noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-553336331517009531.post-91363234379551645682012-02-24T19:51:08.804-05:002012-02-24T19:51:08.804-05:00Although it's often mentioned in comparison, I...Although it's often mentioned in comparison, I'm guessing that some younger viewers aren't aware of the long-running series of the 1970s called 'Upstairs Downstairs' (not the 'newer' version). <br /><br />We were as hooked on that as are viewers of Downton Abbey, and indeed, it set a high standard. It was 'must see' TV (before video tape!); and later on when they re-ran it and I DID have a VHS, I made sure to tape EVERY episode so I would have it in my 'Library'. I still have the 10 VHS tapes! (Minimum $6 per blank tape back then - 6 hours per tape.)<br /><br />I learned so much about English history and social structure in the early 1900s (and into the 1920s) from watching that show; and I loved seeing the Edwardian clothes. It was amazing how they would change outfits during the day, and dress formally for dinner, served by the downstairs staff. (Little did I realize I would be wearing 'quasi' Edwardian outfits when demonstrating tatting, starting in the 1990s! Don't remember anyone tatting on the show, however!) <br /><br />An episode of U/D I particularly loved (because I was a secretary) was the introduction of the 'Type-writer' - not only the machine (an early portable) but also the gal who was going to assist Lord Bellamy by typing his memoirs. She was also called the 'Type-writer'! Women eventually took over from men in the offices and were 'emancipated' because of the typewriter! And in HER case, she ended up marrying Lord Bellamy's son, a member of the 'new' generation who were challenging the social restrictions of their parents. World War I sped that process up quite a bit, leading to the 'wild' 1920s - a huge shift in culture - bigger even, than the 1960s. <br />The Victorian/Edwardian Era was but a memory! <br /><br />What I'm leading to is that you might wish to get a copy of 'classic' 'Upstairs Downstairs' to fill the void you're experiencing!Kathy Niklewiczhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03471658272689112787noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-553336331517009531.post-51488141072711108552012-02-23T04:13:24.433-05:002012-02-23T04:13:24.433-05:00I meant to add that downtown Abby is film at a lar...I meant to add that downtown Abby is film at a large house in Berkshire and not the houses you mentioned in your piece.<br />I am sorry I can't remember the name of the house but if I find out I will let you know.<br />I hope you enjoy the series, you will enjoy those that are coming up<br />MargaretMargarets designer cardshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07649752567816134409noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-553336331517009531.post-90090021546579123262012-02-22T11:35:02.783-05:002012-02-22T11:35:02.783-05:00I am not saying a word, but we have already had s...I am not saying a word, but we have already had series three here in the UK, and a christmas speical. Last sunday night they stated a new upstairs downstairs that starts at the bginning of world war two.<br />I am sorry you are so far back, but I know you will get even more hooked on the serieses that are coming.<br />MargaretMargarets designer cardshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07649752567816134409noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-553336331517009531.post-63068222978009659832012-02-22T09:05:34.475-05:002012-02-22T09:05:34.475-05:00How can I get my hands on season 2?? They are stil...How can I get my hands on season 2?? They are still playing re-runs of season 1 here.Umintsuruhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16417562358986210845noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-553336331517009531.post-5110337655917174932012-02-22T02:44:32.874-05:002012-02-22T02:44:32.874-05:00I, too, had to buy the boxed set because it was to...I, too, had to buy the boxed set because it was too painful to wait for a new episode every week! - and I watched them ALL in one great big huge weekend.<br />Can't wait for the stand-offs between the two dowagers.Favourite quote from Maggie Smith: "What's a weekend?"Maureenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02383223698959645624noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-553336331517009531.post-70422912329694147042012-02-21T22:39:21.411-05:002012-02-21T22:39:21.411-05:00OMG! I love this post! I JUST this minute finish...OMG! I love this post! I JUST this minute finished watching (and tatting away all the while) the final disc of Season 1 that my kids gave me. <br /><br />I watched the 3 discs in a couple of very late nights. I adore this series and cannot wait to get my paws on Season 2!!!<br /><br />Such fine acting, an intelligent script, and gorgous settings, scenery and costumes. An absolute delight!<br />Fox : )Foxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12889386206601730189noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-553336331517009531.post-60906885545154476742012-02-21T18:59:23.267-05:002012-02-21T18:59:23.267-05:00I LOVE Downton Abbey! I have two episodes left to ...I LOVE Downton Abbey! I have two episodes left to watch. I wait until Dave's not home to watch them... just not his thing. Paper dolls? Really? I always loved paper dolls when I was a kid. I'll have to check them out!Lace-lovin' Librarian ~ Dianehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06032689683092213368noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-553336331517009531.post-77168683906060475442012-02-21T17:35:51.313-05:002012-02-21T17:35:51.313-05:00W-a-a-a-h-h! I still haven't gotten to see it...W-a-a-a-h-h! I still haven't gotten to see it, and I know I'd love it! Must find it on the Internet!!<br /><br />I loved Upstairs, Downstairs "way back when!"Sharren - Tatting in Greenwood, South Carolinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03057763714478013461noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-553336331517009531.post-38129582098678758232012-02-21T16:52:24.928-05:002012-02-21T16:52:24.928-05:00thanks for this post. i am a fan of DA and I love ...thanks for this post. i am a fan of DA and I love those paper dolls.deanna7treeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02707505639796548961noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-553336331517009531.post-9364642441238113852012-02-21T14:18:37.397-05:002012-02-21T14:18:37.397-05:00Downton Abbey has just started here. I look forwar...Downton Abbey has just started here. I look forward to becoming hooked!Jane McLellanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17221433363521511688noreply@blogger.com