Friday, November 8, 2024

Autumn Aethelmearc Academy

I’ve actually been working on garb lately. Before the local corn maze demo that recently happened, I finished a working in progress dress, by adding closure hooks on a Sage green linen kirtle. It fits so well and was so comfortable, I decided that I needed to get a few more made with some boning in the front panels. 

I happen to go to Joann Fabrics over the weekend and I ran into some great upholstery and drapery fabrics that would work for garb. Found a Grosgrain Russet colored fabric, it was cotton rayon blend. Had nice weight to it so I didn’t necessarily need to line the skirt. I was able to get the dress completed within three days. Keep in mind that I do machine sew most of the dress and hand finish. 

The next dress that I have to eventually start is going to be made out of Jacquard fabric that has a diamond pattern with Fleur de lis. I’m going to make it into this similar pattern that I have been doing for a nice kirtle with sleeves. 

I also discovered some linen rayon blend summer dresses when I was out shopping. This was at an overstock store, these dresses were five dollars apiece. There were going to make great shifts / chemises, All I have to do is add sleeves. And the other day, I portioned out from a nice thin linen that I happen to purchase months ago. I’ll have to do is the sleeves, I have five of these to do, but it will give me an undergarment that doesn’t have a standing collar. Which I think is important for earlier styles. 

I added the cotton patterned fabric for a gown in the pile of in progress projects. On the to do list. I debuted my new dress at Autumn Aethelmearc Academy held in the Barony of Blackstone Mountain. 

I was able to double check about fabric fiber and fighting. Unfortunately I’m still on the waitlist. There doesn’t seem to be any cancellations so I am more than likely will not be attending next weekends event. Wow, that was only an hour from home. Oh well will have time to work on some other projects and research. 

A good day,

Mairin 

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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.

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