Thursday, December 8, 2011

Snow, Sewing and Embroidery

Well finished the gold outter gown with attached outter skirt and fox faux fur hanging sleeves, it matches wonderfully. I am going to wear the gold and black french hood, foresleeves, and underskirt with this gown. I do have to finish a stomacher for this ensemble and sew some trim on the gown yet. I hope to take photos of this gown and the purple one in more detail soon. Hope to get more of an idea of how it will fit too.

I will be starting on the black velvet gown next.I have to say the new gowns are really coming along nicely. Its nice being more motivated to get them done, wish I had the motivation in the summer. Though having large amounts of fabric on your lap when its hot doesn't seem as nice in the summer as in the winter. Guess it comes out to jewelry summers and garb winters, everything in cycles I suppose. I like snow but not wild in driving in it, though I rather snow than ice for sure there is just no winning the road battle with ice.

I am on and off working in my left glove embroidery, have the white ribbon and classical pillars done and have to make the black outline yet. Turning out really nice so far, will have to make the floral edging and peacock supporters to finish. Though it will take some time to get done and I am in no rush.

Still have 9 people to finish on my Christmas list but I have ideas that I need to research some other gifts yet. Still have not put the Christmas tree up or any decorations actually, thinking of doing some tomorrow on an unexpected day off. Have other errands to run but nothing that will take loads of time. At this point things are looking at catching up on household and hobby things, which is nice for a change. We did get snow last night about an inch or so but its all melted away by the late afternoon. Its cold and clear but pleasant really for December, guess we will see if more snow is on its way to make thing seasonally interesting.

Being the Domestic Diva,

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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