Like many of my fellow students at the time, my introduction to the Costume Society was through taking part in the Janet Arnold Patterns of Fashion Award. I have been talking to some of the previous Award winners about their experiences, I'm sure that they will inspire more students to take part. LOUISE TAYLOR won the award in 2011 with her 1770-80 polonaise and quilted petticoat, found at The Gallery of English Costume in Manchester. Louise stated that the chance to faithfu