The Irish saffron shirt (léine croich) and mantle followed a similar trajectory to that of their lineal descendant, Highland dress. Scorned as badges of barbarity and legislated against, they would be interpreted in their turn as British court fancy dress, once the original wearers were considered safely vanquished. We examine the considerable evidence for the use of actual saffron, as well as documented native substitutes, the use of greased liénte, and the liberal use of coloured silk thread
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Before I started my second careeer as a writer, I sewed quite a lot of garb for myself and friends. I went to be part of a panel about the SCA at the sci-fy convention Core Con today, and had to wear something bling-y. That is, something eye-catching that showed off what we do in the SCA.…
Historical Sewing, Research, and Shenanigans
Costuming Projects for the SCA from 2010
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Medieval costuming, simple with attention to actual period practices.
Vikings didn't zig-zag. If they could they probably would but that's not a valid argument. Still fabric edges and seam allowances need to be secured so they don't fray. This was sometimes done by overcast stitches or blanket stitches, or by folding the excess seam allowance inwards and stitching it to the fabric...a process which…
By My Measure - Or, mathildegirlgenius Plays With Wordpress
Download the handout with all the instructions originally made for a workshop on making a supportive underdress at Visby medieval week 2015 here: How to make a supportive smock – Lady, have p…
I swear by my St. Birgitta’s cap, as you could see in the post "How I wear my veil" I use it as a base when I pin my veils. It can also be worn as it is as you can see in these pictures. Here you can see it on the woman on the…
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Recreating 14th Century Braies
Still haven't managed to get a photo of the black côte (and accessories) that I put together for the Fall baronial event in September; but I...
inconnu ; Musées Royaux d'Art et d'Histoire ; Bruxelles[localité]
As I am busily cutting and sewing lots of Ottoman Turkish clothing before coronation I thought it was a great time to create some sew alongs or cut along in this case. I know the diagrams work for some folks but others need to see the real deal in progress. Here I will share a…
