Oldie, but cutie

A page about Maja's second 16th century outfit, from when she was one year old.

I'm obviously on a roll

Since this is the fourth gown/costume that I have made a page for the last two weeks.

I give you my 16th century sottana in shot silk (made in 2008-9)

I have made a summer working outfit from 1370s Italy

And here is the documentation and more photos.

I am quite sure that people will wrinkle their noses at me when I wear this at medieval markets, thinking that I am wearign some kind of fantasy dress ;)

My mi-parti brocade Italian gown

My mi-parti brocade Italian gown from 1325-1330 now has a small page of its own.

My 1790s open robe

It now has its own page with some info on construction, my inspiration for the gown and more photos. Here.

A page for my insane Italian 1330s outfit

Yes indeed: Documentation and info on construction, plus many images - over here!

Being an invalid...

...leads to much hand sewing.

I have had sugery on my left foot and can't really walk a lot. I should also ideally spend most of my time with my foot elevated. This keeps me from the computer long times, because it's stationary and I can't get my foot in a good position.

What it doesn't keep me from is hand sewing.

Last week (three days): a new regency gown, all hand sewn.

Embroidery on cuffs and sewing of cuffs and neckband with ruffles for my friend Måns' new 16th century shirt.

Today: A new regency indoors cap.