So this weekend I built myself a nice simple 14th century tunic based on the Herjolfsnes 43 pattern. I made it out of the same light green linen that I used for Adela’s kirtle (though I may chuck it in a dark blue dye bath). I hate finishing seams after they’re sewn and setting gores and gussets in by machine, so I did it all by hand. I needed frequent breaks to wake my sewing hand back up, but all in all it went pretty smoothly. Next up, some wool chausses!
Month: June 2011
A Quick Recap
I’ve been fairly busy lately, but not on any massive projects.
- The Saltare Dance Collegium was this past weekend, hosted by the Shire of Vulpine Reach. It was pretty well attended, and folks seemed to have a good time. My feet and legs have forgiven me already.
- I’m working on some new clothes for Pennsic, mostly a comfy 14th century tunic (based on the Herjolfsnes 43 pattern) and wool chausses. I should try to pick up some more appropriate shoes once I get there. I also need to put some mounts on my revised belt.
- My lovely wife Adela was invited to join the Order of the Laurel (yay!), and I need to work on her scroll. I have people lined up to do most of the work, but I need to get the design and text worked out so they can get started. Hopefully I’ll get that knocked out this weekend. I also need to finish up the gown I’ve been working on so it’ll be ready for her elevation at Coronation in September.
- I also need to get some 12th century clothes made by Coronation. I think I’ll use the H.43 tunic as the under layer for that and just make another tunic with shorter, wider sleeves to go on top, with some embroidery or something.