Tuesday, October 24, 2023

Doll Progress

 So this is the update for the newest dolls kits that were received. While working on the pattern library and recent acquisition of doll making supplies. I was able to get motivated and assemble the dolls that have been around for the past month or so.

I was able to finally use the doll patterns that came with the one kit effectively for the two 20 inch dolls. I use the same pattern for the 30 inch one but since that was the first one, I had a lot of adjusting to do as well as having to, create a lot more, seems to put in a doll pose-able skeleton later on. 

Josephine 1550 Italian
What a difference actually having those doll skeletons really allow them to stand up on their own they’re able to be posed. It really gives a sturdy base that they are not sleeping over just with stuffing. Glad that I have a good selection of those going forward.

I am working on names at the moment for these lovely ladies. Most of the time, I don’t tend to come up with the name, until after I’ve already made the clothing.  Sometimes it comes to me very quickly. I have one name ideas for the smallest of the dolls at this point, thinking Josephine, after the black entertainer Josephine Baker in the 1920’s. Will see about the other three. 

There is a coupon for Joann this week, so I took the opportunity to get the thick sack cloth 100% linen for 25% off because it was on sale. And then they also had a 20% off your total purchase coupon which also applies to sales items so that really knocked the price down nearly by half. So that will allow me to make doll bodies do inner lining for renaissance gown bodices. It won’t go to waste. 

 Also acquired some porcelain doll heads to add to the composition doll bodies there might be one or two out of the six that I had ordered, that will work for at least one to two of the bodies. There is one that may work for some of the smaller bodies, although I’m gonna do more research and see what I can figure out. Many of the other bodies are much larger and will require a larger doll head to fit and look proportional.

Finished the linen layers on these composite dolls. While planning and dressing the other dolls.

 Lots to do!

Maureen 

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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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