Thursday, August 20, 2020

Gathering Supplies


 Things have been quiet lately regarding life in general, as reflected in the recent gap of content in this blog. Mainly because I have been working on lucet cord and that doesn't warrant much of an explanation. I do have a video on my YouTube channel on this process. Although making daily progress on each the black and white silk colors is relaxing. 

In the meantime, I have received a few supplies and tools from The Tudor Tailor shop. The mail service is slower but that is because of the large bulk of items now floating through the system due to Covid-19. I purchased one of their doll making kits as inspiration to make a doll of their style for my collection.  Plus its nice to have their wonderful pattern on hand for reference.  Considering making a 1650 dutch doll in this size but have not made final choices on the time frame yet. I have and extra set of head and hands to use with my own on hand materials for making an additional doll. So more future dolly goodness. The tools I previously mentioned are a Printing Tool set and and the other is Pinking and Buttonhole Cutting Set. So one helps with standardized pinking decoration or standardized buttonholes and the other can be heated and stamps a pattern in fabric. I doubt I will use either of these tool sets on the doll's outfits but if carefully planned could be useful.

 Small side projects give me a rest from the large amount needed on the Dastardly Doll project. Although I have gathered some supplies for this project as well in the recent two weeks. You can see my Vintage Sewing Notions Thrift haul video on YouTube for more information on this.  

There will be some Dastardly Doll Updates soon, stay tuned.

Stay sane and safe,

Marrin

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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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