Giubbone di Seda – Taglio (Silk Doublet – Cutting)

Cutting out the various layers which are involved in the fitted garments of the late 16th century requires care and…

Giubbone di Seda Prima Parte – Traça di Freyle 1588 (Silk Doublet Part One – Freyle 1588 Pattern)

Every time I begin a project I am tempted to reuse a pattern I’ve already drafted. More often than not,…

Linen undergarments were a reality for every 16th century person. Clothing was the single, most expensive thing in a household…

To be clear, I never intended to attempt to weave anything more complicated than a basic inkle-woven trim. Still, I…

I have come, reluctantly, to the realization that Fiore would certainly have owned several pairs of bodies and a farthingale…

My dear, long suffering spouse hasn’t had a new piece of garb for a very long time. In my defense,…

This project was submitted for the East Kingdom’s Crowns Championship Competition on February 29,2020. Fiore was chosen the Consort’s Champion.…

Ah, the handkerchief. Such a useful little scrap of fabric, and so under-used in modern society. Beyond usefulness it has…

Ah, the lovely dresses one wears when you are enamored of 16th century Florentine attire. Today, like in the 16th…

Not directly related to garb but certainly relevant to my persona. This weekend I was able to fly two Harris…