Monthly Archives: February 2019

Bits and Bobs of Luxury

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One of the things I find gratifying about medieval recreation is the idea of making new things or upgrading old things with salvaged bits of nicer materials. For me, that usually means thrift store finds. I’ve gotten decently good at spotting silk, wool, and linen in the racks. I shamelessly buy up white cotton flat sheets for undergarments. I look… Read more »

Indigo Blue Kirtle I

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I’m a few weekends into a new kirtle, thanks to Lorenzo’s amazing generosity of time and breathtakingly gorgeous lightweight wool fabric. Seriously, this stuff practically glows, it’s such a saturated color. I’d describe it as a purpley ultramarine, or maybe indigo. Either way, it’s incredibly vibrant. Wow. This is the first time I’ve ever sewn garb with expert instruction! So,… Read more »