Tuesday, April 26, 2011

Royal Wedding

Well I don't want to beat a dead horse, though I must say three cheers for the new royal couple, their Royal Highnesses William and Catherine. Good Luck, and may you bag yourself a paparazzi for old time sake ;-) Wishful thinking I know.

I have enjoyed have plenty of laughs at their expense, though not at them directly. Mind you mainly at the ridiculous media coverage over the event. It funny the its three days away and I can see they are getting desperate to find new things to talk about with the big day approaching. As if it wasn't going to be nerve racking enough to be getting married, let alone these two being under microscope the whole time. So glad my wedding is not till next year, not fuss or ostentatious just a small simple church wedding and reception. Happy to be a "commoner", though being American I don't fall under any other definition than that, American.

Well on to more interesting things other than current events. I am almost done with one of the cuffs for my elizabethan gloves. I have to finished the other peacock supporter and pillars they are standing on, but that is about it. Finally got the shapes of the harps to look like harps and not backwards letter D's. I still have to decide on a motto to go in the ribbon under my blazon, want it in Latin but not sure if I just want three words or more of slogan sentence. I always use the adage "patience is a virtue", which is "patientia est a rectum" in Latin. Though I feel the traditional is a little corny. I was thinking of " patience my faithful virtue" is patientia meus fidelis rectum. Not decided but they all sound wonderful, want it to be firm and resolute in the way it sounds, not decided yet. Still pondering it carefully. So progress yes, though this is the only thing I am working on right now.

Hope you all enjoy looking so far, I will publish more photos when one glove is complete with wording.

Embroidery Stitchin',

Maureen
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Replica 1560's Venetian Italian Fashion Doll

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Tudor Q and A

What is a Tudorosity?

A mashed combination of the words Tudor and Curiosity to create the word Tudorosity. Tudorosities is the plural form and the deffinition is as follows.

Tudorosity- an desire to learn or know anything about the Tudor dynasty associated with years 1405 through 1603.

Most people ask my why I make the Tudor garb ?

I find the clothing of this era not only beautiful but also challenging to sew. There is much more care and purpose put into making garments and wearing garments in the Tudor Era. I love the look of Tudor so much I wanted to explore the way clothes were made back then and the subtle changes in fashion and styles of time.

How did you get started in this interesting hobby?

I started with art first, I love to draw, paint, and sculpt all the traditional fine arts. So being able to draw helps me visualize the looks I want to create in my garb. History has always been a huge interest of mine and I've had a knack for sewing since I was 7 years old. It all started with doll clothes and I learned cross stitch embroidery from my grandmother when I was little. I am self taught sewer, crochet, knitting, embroidery and tatting. My methods are learned from books mainly and there is still so much more to learn.

What is my favorite outfit and why?

It would be like picking a favorite out of one of my future children, its impossible. I love all my gown creations and really like the distinct differences in all the styles clothing I make for the Tudor Era.

Do you make the whole outfit including hat, shoes, and undergarments?

I do have a goal of making a complete Tudor from the skin out. As of right now I make 90% of my gowns and accessories. The shoes and stockings, are bought online and the petticoats are a close reproduction but not made by me. .

How long does it take to make a gown?

It all depends on the type of gown. The making relies on the time period and class of the design. Generally if I work on it 8 hours a day on a sewing machine it will take 3 days to get the basics and another 5 days to do finish hand-sewing details and beading. So a week to a week and a half if working on it steady for that amount of time. I work a full-time job so it does take longer than a week to complete. I put over 40-100 hours per outfit depending on its complexity, its like its own full time job of sorts.

Do you make renaissance clothing for sale or custom orders?

No, due to new employment and changes in my lifestyle. Unfortunately, I have no time to support sewing for others. Though I recommend sewing lessons for those adventurous few. There are many fine folks who make and sell historical clothing. I suggest guidance with sew from many fine historical enthusiastic costumers out on the internet.

How long have you been making these elaborate costumes?

I have been in the Society of Creative Anachronism coming up on my 18th year. Active since 2004 working at demonstrations and volunteering when I could between working and other life's distractions. I really concentrated on Tudor sewing in 2007 and worked with patterns to learn proper fabrics, techniques, fit, and silhouette. I really enjoy the eras transition from a medieval form fitting layered cotterdie to the boned Tudor kirtle and then to structured Elizabethan clothing.

Replica 1490 Milan Italian Fashion Doll

Replica 1490 Milan Italian Fashion Doll
Based on art by Giovanni Ambrogio

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