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This is a new linen filet, the first time I’ve made a curved shape. I have a band underneath it and a colored hairnet. BTW, the t-shirt is not exactly 13th century. Nor is the shower curtain.

Sat., 7/1/17 I’ve planned a from-the-skin-out (mostly) outfit for Caid’s 12th Night. For my SCA readers, which are probably most of you: I’m a Laurel but not THAT kind of Laurel — I’m not a sewing Laurel. Shoot, I’m lucky if I get my hem straight. So here is my message: if I can do… Continue Reading Dress Diary 13th Century Outfit

This is a picture of me wearing full Normans at a recent event in Caid, the  Black Rose Ball. I was sad that I forgot my wimple but I LOVE the mantle. Ermine! (OK, faux ermine, but ermine nevertheless!)

I finally worked my way through my linen stash, so before I buy more I promised myself that I’d use up my wool stash. I love warm clothes and winter time, so this is good — IF CAID ACTUALLY GETS COLD THIS YEAR. Ahem. Sorry for yelling. Does anyone else look longingly at their warm… Continue Reading Please Get Cold This Year