Background In October, my friend’s peer contacted me and informed me that my friend, Mistress Adair, would receive her Pelican, first peerage, on Twelfth Night, a January event in Atlantia, which is like a prom.I could not be more honored to complete that task, but I needed some guidance. Where do I start? It wasContinue reading “Tudor’s Pelican Necklace”
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Beadwork and reenactment
Beadwork “Beads are not period.” “Beads are not the best way to replicate the accessories; you should use metal.” I heard it a lot. And I am afraid I have to disagree. I hope my display will change your mind too. Or will inspire you. Or will you enjoy it? The items selected for thisContinue reading “Beadwork and reenactment”
Schembart Carnival – White Bycocket Hat with hand stitch embroidery and central seed beads embroidered jewel.
Short Summary Period: late XV century – early XVI century Place: Germany Source of inspiration: Nuremberg’s Schembart Carnival (fig. 1) Materials used in the original (probably): wool felt, gold, silk ribbon Materials used in replica: Opal cabochon, Gold and silver seed beads (sizes 11/0, 15/0, 6/0), Duo seed beads, wool, cotton, silk ribbon My goalContinue reading “Schembart Carnival – White Bycocket Hat with hand stitch embroidery and central seed beads embroidered jewel.”
Seed Beads embroidery (Basics, tips, and tricks)
A little bit of history Bead embroidery is a type of beadwork that uses a needle and thread to stitch beads to a fabric, suede, or leather surface. Below are just some small amount of examples from medieval Europe where beadwork can be found. Standard techniques Although we do not have much information on the exact techniques thatContinue reading “Seed Beads embroidery (Basics, tips, and tricks)“
The central heart-shaped head accessory replica
Short Summary Name: Central Jewel from the Headdress Period: late XIV century – early XV century Place: France, Bavaria, Portugal Source of inspiration: Portrait of Marguerite de Bavière Materials used in the original (probably): Ruby, gold, pearls Materials used in replica: Gold Seed beads (sizes 11/0, 15/0, 6/0), pearls, Swarovski crystals. My goal was toContinue reading “The central heart-shaped head accessory replica”
Spanish accessories
Garters The garters were completed with Baltic weaving, using wool of different thicknesses. Silver buckles are modern made; I failed to find anything looking more period in the store around me. From the historical perspective, garters are a piece of cloth or leather that holds the pants/socks on your leg. It is a supportive accessoryContinue reading “Spanish accessories”
Embroidery with Cabochon and how can I use it for History reenactment.
Let me first tell you what I am even talking about. Bead embroidery is a type of beadwork that uses a needle and thread to stitch beads to a fabric, suede, or leather surface. This is straightforward. A cabochon, from the Middle French word caboche (meaning “head”), is a gemstone that has been shaped andContinue reading “Embroidery with Cabochon and how can I use it for History reenactment.”
Phoenix Safe Place 