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Evolution of the Slavic persona – the beginning

This post begins my ample research and travels through the thicket of previous works and findings that often contradict each other. I will try to understand where Slavs came from, why the government formation was so different for all of them, who they were influenced by, and many other questions I would like to uncoverContinue reading “Evolution of the Slavic persona – the beginning”

Rus Noble Woman Headwear and accessories

Rus Noble Woman Outfit and accessories – X-XII century The following research represents the archeological findings, including examples of visual representation of the period and different archeological resources for Noble Rus female headwear. Even though Rus was not mainly Orthodoxies Christian until 988 (and let’s be honest, even after that), Byzantine significantly influenced the clothes,Continue reading “Rus Noble Woman Headwear and accessories”

East Slavs Towels

Introduction Quite some time ago, I was challenged with a task – create towels for a knight’s vigil that a historically accurate for the future knight persona – Rus Woman, XII century. This request came from a good person for a good person, and I certainly did not want to disappoint them. However, I hadContinue reading “East Slavs Towels”

Rus Noble Warrior Banner

“Let God lead my Heart, and my King lead my Sword.” This is the banner that was prepared for the competition in 2019 – “On the Kings’ Road.” Please, note that the banner presented is not a replica of the research findings due to material accessibility and tools unavailability. My goal was to make asContinue reading “Rus Noble Warrior Banner”

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”

History of Roman Empire for Dummies from Dummy

Funding of Rome The entire world uses Latin letters. Half of the world speaks Latin-based languages. Their art inspired the renaissance. Most of their scientific discoveries either lived too long or are still used as axioms. During the Roman Empire, most of the civilized world was included within their borders. Pax Romana (the roman world)Continue reading “History of Roman Empire for Dummies from Dummy”