Thursday, October 15, 2020

Autumn Greetings


Working on a few outstanding projects lately. Still making cord for future and current projects. Right now a nice blue in silk 2/20 weight. I released a video on the other cord making colors and thicknesses of cord I am making. Some is filament silk while others are more of the 2/20 silk in various colors. So loads to make and when you make a few feet everyday it gets done.

Still need to do more sanding on the Dastardly Doll Project. Their hasn’t been good weather for the sanding over the last few weeks. Looking for a good dry weekend day to tackle the details. Fingers crossed. 

I am planning on attending an event for an elevation of a dear friend to the Order of the Pelican, well over due. All the social distancing and mask wearing included in these times of plague. Will not spend a lot of time but will dress up, have to decide what to wear. So something nice to look forward this weekend. 

 It looks like working from home is going to be a permanent situation. To be honest, it eases my mind to be home where I am most happy with my fuzzy coworkers. Which is fine and to be honest safer commute than a 30 minute drive over a mountain, especially on poor weather. I packed as much as I could when leaving the office in March, I think it’s just some paperwork to collect and sort. Will be very different visiting for the last time. 

Happy it’s Autumn and Halloween is coming. Although not going to be able to hand out candy safely. Not wanting to invite covid-19 in the house by a mini masked greeter. So will have to see about next year to do something neat. The community is planning a social distanced and masked outside costume contest and handing out candy, not sure that is even safe. 

 Still waiting to hear about my wedding band from the jeweler and haven’t heard about picking up my engagement ring. Not feeling the best about this situation but what else is new. 2020 hurry up and wait as usual. Taking time to enjoy the weather when it is nice, going to be a long winter.

Hang in there with me, Stay tuned.

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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