Tuesday, July 5, 2022

She's giving Good Ex-Citations

I found out some very interesting news via a fan of my research. Thanks to Lynn Savery for bringing this to my attention. As cited works are not asked for permission to be used in upcoming books or other periodicals.  One of my fashion doll research papers has been cited as a source in a book! The book is called Embroidering Her Truth; The Material World of Mary Queen of Scots and the Language of Power by Clare Hunter.  So I have ordered the book to check out pages 83 and 84 which discuss 16th Century fashion dolls. I did try to see if a local shop had the book in stock as it came out in March of 2022. Although not many of the shops seemed to have it or this author's first book. Although I swear I saw it at a shop recently, must be imagined it. 

The book is on its way, so should have it the first week of July. Certain there is little to be concerned about citations is well-edited before publishing. Although exciting to see how much was cited and how it reads on the page with the narrative the author was trying to convey to the reader.  This was a complete surprise, very humbled and honored. 

Will be lovely to show my family, that what I specialize in as a hobby has some historical research significance. It's unusual for SCAdian's research to be picked up by "real" academics. Hobby folks do not rely on funding for securing time for research and creating from said research. Although it may take quite a large amount of time it has its value as applied research. Especially since it was cited in another author's work on the topic. I found the first book by Clare Hunter call Threads of Life, which was award-winning. Listening to some podcasts about the second book, this is being lauded as a unique take on the life of the Scots Queen. Very promising. as I wanted to read the first book and better reason to purchase the second. 

Update: Now that I have the book in my hands, I can read the cited pages.  I will not have time to read the whole book before this post goes out. Also the same for the video I am making for my YouTube on my channel. Although I can check the information versus the document to check the accuracy. Well, it's more than I thought actually. The author is writing about me and my research! Not just citing a project or research paper. It's more a commentary on my process of making a fashion doll in particular.  Talking about my research and my 2013 project that was recreating the Royal Armory Fashion Doll from Stockholm Sweden. So in my video, I show the eventual final version of the doll as I worked beyond my research posted on the metallic bobbin lace finishing touch. 

Thank you for the shoutout to Clare Hunter, as a fellow sewist that was very kind.

Tickled Pink,

Maureen Payne



So there is a post on FB, Youtube, and a story floating around on FB/Instagram. Pretty cool stuff 

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Replica 1560's Venetian Italian Fashion Doll

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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.

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

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