Tuesday, September 8, 2020

Hurry up and Wait

Had a great weekend for Free Comic Book Day at Comics Metropolis LLC. I volunteer my time every year, since there is more folks coming in than on a normal day. We had lot of folks came to the shop, some did stay away but we were able to keep the crowds down to a minimum. Social distancing, mask wearing, hand-sanitizer and lots of great items to a new home. I bought some things along with free comic books, stock up for some miniature painting and a nice statue. Still waiting for several action figures I have on order to arrive, they should be sometime this month but we shall see. Its more a modern character driven doll collection, yes action figure are specific kind of doll. Argue if you like, I have the research to back it up.

I managed sometime to myself and went to the Susquehanna Spinner and Weaver's Guild, Labor Day sale as their location in Mifflinburg. Normally visit in the winter during their sale around the Christkindl Market festival. They had various books, supplies, tools and fibers for sale. Look forward to this sale every year, good way of getting nice things for reasonable prices. Walked in and smelled unwashed wool, its a unique scent, very sheepy. Many prefer to spin raw or like to wash their own fiber so there was plenty available.  During this sale, was able to procure 3 good condition wooden spindles, one that has two different interchangeable whorls. Also procured some colored fiber, a dark teal and another a celadon blue. The teal seems more marino and the celadon is more icelandic textured in nature. I wanted to get some colors for variety sake, especially for future weaving projects . Most of the fiber was in its natural colors so a bit limited for my goal. I still have the large amounts of fiber from last years Chriskindl sale from this same guild. Have some stock built up finally. So besides the Dastardly doll project to complete. I will have to find some time to get some fiber spinning done. My at home tasks could be a full time job by themselves, although it doesn't pay gives loads of joy and satisfaction. 

 This long weekend ended on a very positive note, especially life changing goodness. I am just engaged to Albert, a wonderful man I met about 7 years ago and dating for a total of 6 years. Nothing like meeting great people through table top role-playing. Never realized my life revolved around this community of movies, comic books, games till a few years ago. I wouldn't  have it any other way. Meshes well with the living history and it's research I do for fun. 

So very busy but good things, 

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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