Friday, April 3, 2015

Another One Bites The Dust

Well after a lot of anguish, it is complete. My late period blackworked and goldworked coif is completely finished and assembled. Here are a few picture of the last part of the progress. To refresh here is a little about the research behind this project. Heavy inspired by extant coif in private collection. Found on page 135 of Elizabethan Stitches. My first attempt at these stitches, goldwork, blackwork, and coif construction.


Only 12 more swirls to complete
100% complete embroidery
 
cut out from frame and ends secured.
back showing ends secured before lining.
assembled showing crown goldwork sitiches.


assembled showing profile view
 
 So another fantastic embroidery project complete. Looking to be making mixed amounts of garb and embroidery projects in much larger volume and frequency. Normally I wouldn't have time for such a investment in projects.  Unfortunately I lost my employment as of Wednesday. So filed for benefits  and waiting to see the final determination of my claim.

In the meantime I am well stocked in supplies so no better way to pass the time between job searches than to sew and embroider myself into oblivion. I made sure to consolidate my bills and subscriptions so all set for cheaper living. I do not have a personal vehicle of my own so I am stuck at home most days. Luckily I do have friends to help out but am needing a good source of income and a car asap.

So onward with the sew-a-thon,

Mairin
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3 comments:

  1. hswoolveApril 3, 2015 at 2:34 PM

    (Wandered in from a +1 someone gave your article).
    My condolences on the unemployment, but your coif is lovely. It looks like you mugged a curator or a time traveler.
    How did you find working with the gold thread/doing goldwork?

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  2. Maureen PayneApril 6, 2015 at 11:55 AM

    I found the gold gilt as shiny as the synthetics but the gold gilt is much smoother but still catches on certain materials. I prefer couching with it using a silk to hold it in place more often as a technique.

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  3. Maureen PayneApril 6, 2015 at 11:57 AM

    Gilt threads do well with the woven stitches and edge stitches as well.

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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.

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