Tuesday, October 31, 2023

More Doll Goodness

 

Well, this weekend was quite productive. I was able to assemble the clothing for these two dolls. What I found to be the most challenging was making the paned slashed pants. I decided to add stuffing in the puffs and they really do look like pumpkin pants now. The next step is to work on a belt the one you see here is a bit big. As far as width is concerned, and I do want to be able to attach a sword to this belt. Luckily, this is a faux leather and I can cut it with a pair of scissors, but it still has that nice hand feel like it is a leather and not some sort of shiny vinyl. Currently I’m waiting for the sword and scabbard to arrive in the mail. It’s actually a 10 inch letter opener that looks like a Spanish sword.

For our little lady friend, went through my stash of costume jewelry and had this nice large chain from when I wore a German court gown. Also happen to have a Pomander that doesn’t have any sort of opening hinge to it that is full of potpourri. So I added those together and was able to have this nice belt with pomander. She also happens to be wearing a pearl necklace with a seashell pendant and then I also have an additional necklace with a small costume jewelry brooch with a faux ruby. This I’ll coordinate with the young gentleman who happens to have a larger faux ruby cabochon broach along with his chain. The outfits look so good I am kind of debating if I wanna create an over doublet for our young gentleman. I would definitely be that orange/pink changeable faux silk fabric. Also, looking at some additional hat decoration for the young gentleman, I want to avoid feathers because the cats would eat them.

There has been progress also with the porcelain dolls that have been sitting around for quite some time. The challenging part is to let inspiration, strike, and then create while the motivation moves me. As you can see, Jace wants to lay on the fabrics and take a nap. I’ll sort it out which fabrics and going to use on which doll. And it’s going to be one of those situations where I will be crafting a wonderful dress for each and I’m excited to see how they turn out. Really love the face sculpts on these they’re just adorable. It has dolls are completed. Of course you will have a post for each on here. So stay tuned for more doll goodness.

Maureen


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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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