Wednesday, August 31, 2022

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Photo Credit by John Lester
Well since it’s official, best tell you about something that has occurred on my mundane career. Mundane meaning everyday society expectations of adult life, (ie adult responsibilities, household requirements, spousal commitments, career expectations) and not SCA life. 

 I have been promoted at my employer in the insurance industry to a leadership role for a team of 8. Just went through the training and start my new shift on Monday. My goals is to better assist my team to be amazing at their jobs and handle the tough situations that come up. Lead by doing and this role so very much on that spirit. Which means it will be challenged everyday, which I can say has been needed for some while in my realm.

It’s easy to be comfortable in an expected task for a career especially when you have been in the role for years. Although the comfort zone is not where one grows and learns. Learning to handle change and the  discomfort of growing pains is part of this new role too. So I have had time to learn the expectations and not it’s time to get on to the doing the tasks. Excited and going to give it my best effort. Time management and organization of myself to better assist others. Here is to hoping I can grasp it all and hit the ground running. 

In SCA life, I do still plan on attending SCA events and will have weekends off for that if desired. Am still keeping my distance from crowded places and not going to thrift shop as much. Rarely leave the house except for groceries and to help at the comic shop. Also trying to avoid too many new places to avoid illness. I do want to go to two events for certain; Fall Aethelmearc Academy and Fabric Fiber Fighting (FF&F). We shall see what is possible, all dependent on what is happening closer to that time. 


Lead by Teaching,

Maureen

 

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Replica 1560's Venetian Italian 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.

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

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