Saturday, March 19, 2022

Textile Reference 1560’s English Gown

 I have located some pictures as texture reference for the 1560’s English gown. Also gives me ideas for decorating the luscious velvet. As this gown is being made for Abigail, the redhead porcelain doll as seen in previous photos. I will post one here in case someone forgot.

The gown will be red velvet but not as heavily adorned as some of the pictures. Slashes or known as “pulling a though” is really challenging on velvet since it grays profusely. So I am thinking more trim and creat glade slashes in some way through a trim and put it on the sleeves. We shall see what I can engineer in miniature for decoration. Could definitely bead the gown and make jewelry for the doll. Stocked up on super small pearls and seed beads. 

 So akin to the DMC floss. I bought beads but finally put them in proper cases for ease of storage and accessibility. So one case for semi precious beads. Another for glass seed beads of two sizes. A separate plastic case for gold metal findings, and another for other metallic beads in a few different finishes, this was an already boxed bead set from Walmart. When searching at Michaels, they had similar boxes set labeled of beads. Although a better selection of string beads than Walmart. Joann fabrics has about the same amount of beading supplies as Walmart. 

 Unless one wants to shop online defiantly limits selection of brands at the big box stores. Although there was enough to get a basic supply together. I will have to see if there are any beading supplies that I need from online.  Avoiding that since shipping is challenging in good times, with current events in mind will become more pricey to get deliveries at home. 

 Thankful for a good stock of supplies already, only have to get odds and ends for these projects. Really like this image near this paragraphs I think it’s beautiful and he head covering for the bun is doable from scrap velvet with gold cord or lace for structure. Bun covers on the back of the head seems to be used with tall hats for ladies in this fashion time frame.

Since slashing is so popular will have to see if trim and beading can creat some false slashes. Pondering a few techniques to achieve the proper look for the sleeves.

Lots to things about,
Marrin
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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.

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