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The first step in making any garment is to decide what you are making. I wanted to start making the innermost garment layer so I am making a sleeveless shift. It consists of a fitted (self-supporting) bodice which ends just under the bust with a pleated skirt that reaches just below the knees. Next, taking… Continue reading A sleeveless shift for 14th-15th Century clothing – The Bodice
I recently obtained a copy of "Historical Costume - Inside and out: The Women's Clothing in Northern Europe 1360-1415". Currently it is only available in Swedish but an English version is due out some time soon (early 2021). I was excited to get a look at the book. I have had an interest for some… Continue reading A New Book in the Mail
My research into my Tudor style clothing for the Magna Faire event took me to some great websites. (From one of the websites I ordered a book to go with the others that I already had.) At first I felt a little overwhelmed when I read some of what I would have to make, but… Continue reading And so it begins
I have always been interested in history. In fact, a few of my friends said that it didn’t surprise them in the least when they had heard I had joined a "living history" group. It's a wonderful feeling being able to dress in clothing from the different time periods, developing a persona, and interacting with… Continue reading Research Junkie
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