Sunday, July 14, 2024

Merida Fashion Doll


This dolls name per her paperwork is Amber.  Not feel that name for her, not bad but doesn’t fit what I imagine for the way she is dressed. I have been referring to her as Merida based off the Disney process. Has the curly hair and the round face and features.  
Merida seems to  fit the way this doll looks. I made the clothing over the existing chemise like outfit. So I took my silk sari fabric created the bodice lined in pink cotton. The sari has metallic embroidery and sequins. Created two freshwater pearl necklaces. 
Used the green fabric to create a belt with a sun brooch at the bottom. Then also ribbon roses sewed into wreath. Now working on a metallic braid hair net to contain the plentiful coils of copper hair. Also have trim for the hanging sleeves to attach yet. More to come on this project. Will post pics as soon updates are completed

 OK, here’s more pictures of Merida. Now that I figured out what I want to do with her hair and completed the rest of her look.Basically, I created a buncover with the last bits of the sequin trim that I used on the hanging sleeves. The ribbon rose wreath was attached to the front of this buncover. I really like how it turned out.

Her hair is actually just tucked up underneath. I didn’t even need to use any hairpins to hold it in place. It’s really just held on by friction. So the curls are intact underneath the cover. 
 I realize that I didn’t have a few side-by-side images for my most recent dolls. Showing what they look like when I purchased them or acquired them as compared to their final makeover. So this is what Merida looked like before I did her makeover. I actually dressed the silk right over the outfit she had. 

 There were quite a few folks who actually commented on this particular doll. I find it interesting that a few folks really thought this was like a Disney doll that I had made over. Not necessarily a doll that was from a different porcelain doll maker and dressed as part of a series. I think the round features and the light colored eyes probably made it such a similar look compared to the Disney movie princess. I absolutely love how she turned out. She is 100% awesome!

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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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