Monday, July 16, 2012

Birthday Wishes

I turned 29 yesterday, didn't do much for the day. Though I was happy it was a relaxing day once getting home from work. Justin bought me the full collection of Adele cds, which I listened to and they were excellent. Got birthday voicemails and texts from the family, which is always nice. We roleplayed as usural and had a quiet evening at home. I did finish a crewel work rose embroidery while roleplaying, so multitasking as usual.

Though birthdays always make me think of how I want the future to turn out. Well I have been thinking over the past week of special ways of saying goodbye to my twenties, though I do have one more year to do a series of somethings special to cheer in my 30's.

Some on my Before 30 Bucket List in no particular order:
1. Spend more time with family
2. Make my full Elizabethan Style Gown with all the frills
3. Spend more time with my animals
4. Finish all the gowns I have drawn out in my drawing books which are currently about 4 gowns.
5. Find more time to travel, non SCA related
6. Embroider more projects and find uses for some past embroidery
7. Make more money by finding a fullfilling new career

Well I amazed at how fast the time flies, though it doesn't take long for it to all add up. I was able to drop off the getting married list so, one at a time ;-) I am a goal oriented type person, it helps give me a sense of accomplishment. There are times that I do bite off more than I can chew, though I am pretty good at not taking on more than I can handle. Though the project list is never ending, luckily its full of things I like to do and lots of craftiness ;-)

Time to get back to the grind,

Maureen
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Replica 1560's Venetian Italian Fashion Doll

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Replica 1560 French Fashion Doll

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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.

Replica 1490 Milan Italian Fashion Doll

Replica 1490 Milan Italian Fashion Doll
Based on art by Giovanni Ambrogio

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