Sunday, February 15, 2015

Glitter and Shine

Finally had time to sit and embroider the goldwork on my coif. Its by no means complete, though progress has been made. I have the whole bottom row scroll designs complete. I have the second row almost done, four more scrolls designs to do on this row. I post pictures showing the sparkly progress.  I want to be half way done by the end of the weekend. Here's to a goal! The early work schedule is good, it to gets me home sooner to have a smidgen of a social life. Had a bad week of divorce hang ups, tablet screen breaking, and some minor inconveniences. Its ok will be able to take my stress away on my Saturday yoga session. Was great to spend some of Valentines with my sister. Bought some new Magic the Gathering cards and see if I can enhance my decks. So have find time dig through them and come up with' a stradgedy for a deck or modify the others I have made a set or two back.

Sort of Valentines gifts to myself, bought new boots my ones have gotten too loose in the calves to be wearable. Though I am happy to get new ones that fit snugly. Got them cheaper than the prices found online. Two sweaters with laces on the back, one in blue and one in green. Plus its better to try them on, sizing on clothes and shoes not standard through the fashion industry. Would like to make this my life goal, but no influences on modern fashion industry. Darn!

Bought new tablet with word processing capability and storage I can do research papers on it. Worth the extra money spent for Bluetooth and the other features plus a larger screen. Not sure what to do with my broken one, will have to see what I can do with it. Maybe get it repaired. Lots of cat socialization this week. Which they deserve so much more of my time, than they receive. So a nice relaxing weekend until the pipes at my house frozen with the cold weather.  So that did take up time but was able to get things thawed for the most part. Some house chores to do and  more embroidery to relax to make more pretty things to wear.

Well back to it,

Mairin

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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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