Saturday, January 20, 2018

Patiently waiting

I made a functional mundane sweater that is reversible. Orange wool with flecks of blue and green on one side teal cashmere on the other. Trimmed in coral and teal wool blanket stitch.
  

  

The larger order of embroidery wire in silver and gold gilt is in the states per the tracking log. Though has been sitting in New York City in USPS international shipping  in the same location for over 8 days. Though i can't report a tracker till February 14th, as set by the sale receipt date.

Still keeping busy on large crewel embroidery to clean off frame for the dress material to be prepared for gold and silver work embroidery for doll clothes.

So here is to busy work while waiting

Marrin O'Kealy
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Thursday, January 18, 2018

Reversible woven wrap

I finally found a way of using the 5.5 yards of white and teal acrylic yards of hand woven fabric. Which was created for one of my beginning weaving projects.

Decided on a wrap for this fabric a while ago but was working on pattern plans. Finally found one that used all the fabric along with more tassels made.

So here are the final results.
Lining  reversed
 

 

Outside woven fabric:
 
 

Creative musings,


  • Marrin O'Kealy



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Thursday, January 11, 2018

Dollmania

I noticed that I hadn't shown the finished pockets on a waistband. So to wear them, added on a band of coordinating pink silk taffeta.

Here is the end result:


On the doll front, there are supplies coming in regularly. Was able to get 3-4mm fresh water pearls to go with the 3mm gilt spangles already for the embroidery on Arabella's red dress. I am waiting for the second order of gilt gold and silver wire to arrive. Plus a grey silk brocade for the outer gown of the second doll, Louise Juliana. 

Excited as these come in so the process can get under way. I could start on the doll bodies now but I am formulating patterns and methods for the next two. So while waiting project planning is under way.

Don't forget you can see the finished two dolls and the new ones in planning stages on a video link to my Facebook page.

Sca Historical Fashion Dolls

From the center of historical fashion Dollmania, 

Marrin O'Kealy






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Sunday, January 7, 2018

Knowing ones limits

Currently working on the last embroidery panel from the unicorn series. As soon as its done I can clear it from the wood frame. Will post pictures as soon as I'm done with looking very nice and much progress made on it.

The artist canvas base frames I was using for these will be used for the upcoming doll projects. So working to work on another projects. Never ceases always evolving, uses for art supplies in my home.

Will be towards the middle of the month when the mass of gold and silver work supplies are to arrive in the mail. Being as patient as one can muster though super excited.

I was waiting for a item to ship and be ready for purchase after the new year. Sadly the release date was pushed back to the first quarter of 2018. Have much patience but waiting is not one. We all have limits.

Here is a video of the current replica fashion dolls and what is to come

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=10208575725070524&id=1830949915


So much more to come,


Marrin O'Kealy
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Monday, January 1, 2018

Finishing work on New year's

No rest for the weary, even on new year's day. I am adding the backing fabric and loops to one of my embroidery kits. The sense of smell from the cluny unicorn tapestry kits from dimensions. This one finished months ago but had other projects step in front.

So all the finishing work done this is one more item off the long list of making. Now to finish the last panel in the series it was started after the other was finished.

In the meantime, wanted to show the gilt wire in gold and silver. I ordered a considerable larger amount now that I know what it looks like in person.

So keep in mind the larger allotment is needed for two dolls worth of wire for an overdress and an underdress. Didn't want there to be an issue not having enough of either.

Since there are still so many more dolls to make it will not go to waste. If these two turn out like the painting or at least as good as they are imaged on my head. They will be the best ones to date.

Visions of dolls dancing in my head,

Marrin O'Kealy

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Replica 1560's Venetian Italian Fashion Doll

Replica 1560's Venetian Italian Fashion Doll

Replica 1560 French Fashion Doll

Replica 1560 French Fashion Doll

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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