Saturday, May 30, 2015

Baa Baa Black Sheep

Well I found better pricing than finding people to fund a sheep and name it. Purchased 6 plush lambs. Two black, two beige, and two white in color. This is my mini flock and they are named. The dark ones are Ginger and Molasses, the beige are Sage and Thyme, and the light are Lavender and Rosemary. They have their respective leather belled collars and name in gold on each. Working out a corral respective for their size of 12 inches tall, so some random fun. Hoping to bring the flock for youth activities for cuddle time with the kids. This runs with my original late period shepherdess idea I had for my persona when new to the SCA.

Working on my class information and examples for Pennsic teaching, this is my first time teaching at Pennsic. Taught at two AEcademies and several local scollas but small class sizes. I find 6-10 is about as many sets of eyes I feel comfortable on me at one time. Teaching is a challenge due to some issues with stage fright that I haven't fully conquered. This is a small class too, I have limited 10 per class, will see who shows up. Important to get a good start and have it ready ahead. Its a class on center seamed coifs, designed to be a make and take class. Simple construction with basic hand-sewing techniques. So hoping to complete and outline by the end of the weekend.

Working on a mock up to show the process for the class.  So lots of prep for the pattern fabric, thread,
and needle kits with instructions I want for the class needing 20 kits minimum. So making kits will be another weekend project, though will need to be done soon.

I hope to work on some weaving to get another project on the whiteband skirt holders ready for use at Pennsic. This is a trial use of them with my woolen kirtles. I also want to make more kirtles for war though I think for the sake of time, I may have to purchase more garb to get enough for a week.  We shall see how it all goes, if I can manage to make a few kirtles via machine in time.

Speaking of weaving, looking at videos of fingerloop brading to do the late English version of making cord for my persona, compared to lucet that I learned. Though I want to keep my cord for coifs and laces close to English as possible. So looking at the Tudor Tailor site  and books they recommend finger loop braiding. So having a stab at it, will post some of the results. Also looking into future projects to have something newer out for A&S.  A few ideas and am going to see what sticks out to me the most. For now working on the class materials and some weaving.

Regards,

Marrin
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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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