Weaving Explorations and a Silk Purse
Weaving from more Baynard’s Castle finds to create hose for spouse.
As well, exploring more from the Song Dynasty, combining weaving and embroidery.
Explorations in fabric finishing.
Exhibit Category: Embellished Objects
Laurel
Experimental Archeology: “Scythian” Felt Booties and Stockings of the Pazyryk Altai
Pazyryk Bootie
Early Medieval Slavic Garb: A Beginner’s Journey into Embellishment
I wanted to learn some basic embroidery and narrow-ware weaving skills. I ended up falling down a rabbithole! This about my journey and lessons I learned along the way.
12th Century Adventures in Silk Taffeta
I didn’t make any medieval clothing for most of 2020 since there were no in-person events to wear it to. But that all changed in February 2021, when I spotted an orange silk taffeta with gold brocade stripes in one of my favourite online fabric stores. Herein I tell the tale of the mantle and bliaut that I made from some very colorful silk taffeta.
Beginning my Mughal Indian Garb Journey
Join me on my journey as I learn to create the garb of the women in and among the courts of Mughal India. I am a beginner sewer and creator and invite you to see what I have learned.
Kanavati
Exploring Architectural Elements in Opus Anglicanum
Is there iconographic significance in the architectural elements of the splendid embroidery work known as Opus Anglicanum?
This question intrigued me and led me down a path that included studying Opus Anglicanum images and learning about the iconography of medieval architecture.
While I didn’t find the answer I was looking for (yay science!), I found a treasure trove of potential paths for my research – especially around three Opus Anglicanum pieces featuring unique architectural elements.
A 15th Century Recorder Case, of Laminated Leather
These clever cases made of laminated leather are astoundingly ubiquitous in museums and private collections.
I have been attempting to make them since 2018.
Today I will show you the particulars of one single project, from initial design to completion.
Exploring Etruscan Clothing
My exhibit is an overview of my dive into making a pair of Etruscan outfits based on extrapolations from funerary art and a handful of scholarly sources.
Henna and Thread, Music and Dance
A look at four different arts…because why choose just one?
Solbella’s Geekery
Creativity and madness are all apart of the process.
All The World’s A Stage
I am setting myself the task of designing and creating 12 Shakespearean characters + Shakespeare himself in the styles they would likely have been first presented wearing between 1595-1607
This Dragonfly’s Clothing and Scribal Projects: A Collection from Three Master of Defense Elevations
A doublet and two scrolls.
Art and Resources from the Scribalcorn!
Welcome to my little corner of Athenaeum!
Early Period Armenian Needle Lace
Armenian needle lace is reputed as having the oldest history of pure lace.
Danse Macabre Game, Coptic Tunic and Persian Calligraphy
Like most of us in the Hobby of a Thousand Hobbies, I have more irons in the fire than I had time to explain.
Foray into Period Embroidery
These projects have a broad range of historical accuracy but always with the intent to become more knowledgeable and move towards creating items that could have been found in our past.
Bliauts and more: 12th Century Women’s Clothing
A selection of 12th century women’s garments including bliauts, a chemise, and other styles of dresses.
Paint on Silk
In the beginning Well- the beginning of my story anyway, It was not until a little less than 4 years…
Mobilier Medieval: Domestic and Vernacular Furniture
Why domestic furniture? As we learn about the people of the Middle Ages, we inevitably seek to discover how they engaged with their domestic environment. How did they physically approach their work? How did they sit and sleep? Did use of furniture reflect place in family, community, or society? What can materials and styles tell us about trade and the exchange of knowledge?
Applying Image Analysis to an Original Design in Opus Anglicanum
As I begin the journey to a Kingdom A&S entry, I would value feedback on my most complex entry, focused on analyzing Opus Anglicanum images.
I am just beginning and seeking insights on my concept, feedback on my planned process and early research, and tips for moving forward.
A Bycocket Fit For A Queen & A Honeycomb Smocked Apron
Nothing quite makes an outfit complete as having an amazing accessory that makes you feel great. This exhibit features two such accessories – a peacock feather and minivar bycocket, and a honeycomb smocked apron.
Hiding Modern Items Using Period Techniques
A look at an embroidered journal cover and a cart caparison
So Many Hobbies, So Little Time: Crafty Times with Claire
A small selection of work I have done in various types, because I’m a squirrel and it’s too fun to stick to one hobby!
2020 Bling-Off Challenge Scythian Edition
My 2020 Scythian clothing project.
Late 14th Century Tabby Weave Plaid Fabric
A sample of wool cloth based on an extant textile excavated from Baynard’s Castle.
Embroidery in silk based on extant finds in the eras around the Song Dynasty.
Laminated Leather Cases (Etui), based on 14th-16th century examples
Leather is a fantastic and underused material, and I am excited to keep learning about it. I hope other people want to learn about it, too.
Get more leather! Carry around your stuff!