Tuesday, July 28, 2020

Lazy Days of Summer

Well no news on the recorded classes from AEcademy yet. Hoping that I can provide that for some new YouTube content, soon. In the meantime. I have been keeping the house tidy, keeping the cats company, working my job and making cord on my lucet fork. I am trying to untangle a bit of black silk from a ball I wound a few years ago. I have some other colors of cord I want to make, for all sort of projects. I mainly do mono colored as its tough enough to make one bundle not tangle. Two at a time I feel will be a problem for me to not make a mess. The current cord is super small, definitely in the realm of doll material.

I have been missing my SCA friends alot also missing going to events this month. Normally this would be Pennsic and they would be gone anyway. Although I find this time of year difficult on average years, it is nice to be able to get outside for a walk when its not too hot. Lately been enjoying dress and skirt weather, running around with bare legs. Been kicking myself for not restarting the Dastardly Doll project but I try to work on what inspires me. Will get back to the woodcarving eventually, it is fun as long as the knife doesn't slip. Projects to come to full completion although it takes time and effort to focus on just one part. 

Since dressing my loom went terribly wrong last week, I now have loads of wasted linen thread. Finding ways to use that up too. Making lucet cord with that has been problematical with the friction of the tool. It makes me wonder if it would have worked well at all for the weaving process. I am rethinking my approach.

I did some reorganizing of the craft closet, moved a bunch of stored items to a tote in the basement. I made room for Albert's Star-Wars Legion miniature boxes and some paints. So that is easier to access but still hidden from feline influence. I am hoping to do some painting as a side project to keep the motivation for other projects. Variety is the creative spice of life.

Stir Crazy,

Marrin 
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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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