The under dress for recreating a German Renaissance Illumination, or a Wench takes a Mouse for a Walk. I have loved this dress for a long time and it's been on my to-do list. When the perfect wool went on sale this fall, I scooped it up. But, there are lots of things that need… Continue reading A Wench takes a Mouse for a Walk
Unknown Pillow: My Newest Embroidery Adventure
Sometimes you see something and you decide you just need to have it. That's how I felt immediately upon seeing this lovely pillow. This blog is about setting up and preparing my newest embroidery project. Last year I completed my apprentice goal of having a head to toe outfit from a particular time and place.… Continue reading Unknown Pillow: My Newest Embroidery Adventure
Medieval Clothes of 2023
This year was a year of creativity, and a time where I really got back to work on my medieval/renaissance wardrobe. Here are a few things that I made in 2023 that probably won't get their own blog posts, but are deserving of attention non-the-less. Green Kirtle This was my first project of the year,… Continue reading Medieval Clothes of 2023
Brick Stitch Bag
After spending two years brick stitching, in March of 2023, I found myself wanting to do more brick stitch. Thus, I conjured a project to recreate a brick stitch bag currently in the Victoria and Albert Museum and titled "Unknown Bag". This bag is a reproduction of the 14th Century reliquary bag in the Victoria… Continue reading Brick Stitch Bag
The Last Needle Case: Openwork
This post is part of an 11 part series wherein I made 11 needle cases, each with a different style and technique of historic needle work. You can read more about the project here. And learn how I designed this needle cases here. And wow, It took a year to make this. The original "month"… Continue reading The Last Needle Case: Openwork
Houppelande Refurbished
As luck would have it, I came across a wool Houppelande at a plague sale (garb downsizing for the barony) in fall of 2022. I was struck by it because it fit perfectly and was made of wool. I knew that I needed to take it home and give it a makeover. My goal is… Continue reading Houppelande Refurbished
Hat fit for a Bird
When I chose my medieval name, nearly 4 years ago, I chose a last name which translates loosely to "Hatmaker". Sadly, I have not made nearly as many hats as I would like. But, I do think this hat makes up for it. This hat is based on a combination of two hats from the… Continue reading Hat fit for a Bird
Mary of Hapsburg Chemise
Its not often that I get this near completing a project without starting a blog. But, that is how this chemise has come together. I started, and I ran with it, and didn't stop until it was nearly done. When I completed my little smocked needle case, I found I really enjoyed the process and… Continue reading Mary of Hapsburg Chemise
Medieval Project Management: Part 1 Finding Time
Some of my friends have approached me with very good questions on how I manage to fit creativity into my busy 21st century life. It should come as no surprise, due to the fast paced nature of modern life, with hourly jobs and modern distractions like Netflix that it can be impossible to have the… Continue reading Medieval Project Management: Part 1 Finding Time
To Needleloop, or not to Needleloop?
In my last post, I wrote about a fascinating group of embroideries that I found from Asia in the 1300s which exhibit a "needle looping" technique. Of course, I decided to attempt to replicate this lotus flower. I began by purchasing some threads in like colors. I chose Vinyard Silk, because its fluffy and fun,… Continue reading To Needleloop, or not to Needleloop?
The Inevitable Scadian 