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Jul 30, 2023
Fabric for a Renaissance Scottish Chemise?
Hello, I am making a chemise to wear as part of my outfit for Renaissance Faires and Celtic/Scottish Festivals. I will be wearing the chamise-skirt-bodice
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Jul 26, 2017
Sleeves?
Hello! Has your research turned up anything about spiral lacing for removable sleeves? I've come up empty. Thanks! - Elisabeth
Jul 26, 2017
Recently married Victorian women
In Dickens' 'Our Mutual Friend' Mrs.Sophronia Lammle says she has not long been married and adds 'I am dressed as a bride, you see' What details of her
Sep 19, 2016
1918 Girl Guide Uniform
Re-creating a 1918 Girl Guide uniform from scratch is harder than it looks, and it's taken two-and-a-half years of research to get started.
Sep 01, 2016
My Costume Replicas
I make costume replicas, and this is where I document my progress on current projects.
Aug 11, 2015
Helfen, Wehren, Heilen - Knights Teutonic Costume
I needed a tabard for my costume, and everything on eBay was sixty quid or so, and I wasn't prepared to pay that for a bit of material. So, after purchasing
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May 01, 2014
Make a Tabard - Historical Costume
A tabard is one of the simplest items of Medieval clothing you can make.
Apr 30, 2014
Quick Costume - Historical
Create a quick costume for your historical theme, using found items and a little flair!
Feb 18, 2014
Medieval Garters - Leather
Make simple and practical leather garters to hold up your medieval hosen.
Feb 18, 2014
Historical Hats and Headwear
Discover why historical hats are really important to completing the look of your costume.
Feb 05, 2014
The Borgias TV Review
Are the costumes from "The Borgias" 2011 costume drama series accurate? Find out with this TV review
Feb 04, 2014
Historical TV Costumes
TV costumes have provided years of inspiration for budding historical costume makers, but what's good, and what's bad?
Jan 18, 2014
Historical Movie Costumes
Movie Costumes have inspired many people to make homemade costumes from History - but which ones are good?
Oct 24, 2013
Salem Witches for Halloween?
I'm going as a witch, velvet classy with a pointed hat and for my boyfriend I thought a puritan(like a pilgrim) from Salem would be funny instead of him
Sep 07, 2012
Hearse in Paris 1780
Dear, Hopefully this is the right place to ask this question. I can't seem to find the answer elsewhere in the internet. I'm making a video of a hearse
Apr 01, 2012
Carolw
I need to make a unibrow. The pre made unibrow Is way too thick. I'm making a home video. And my nerdy scientist needs some facial hair. I think i need
Apr 01, 2012
Viking Apron Dress copy right lawsuit on a 1000 year old design
The Viking Apron Dress or Hangerock is a 1000 year old design Please put your photos here of you in yours to support Nille Gl�sel the author of The Viking
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Aug 18, 2011
Your Photos
Share your photos of your fabulous historical costume creations with the world and inspire others!
Aug 18, 2011
Showing Your Chemise
Showing your underwear might be trendy these days, but showing your chemise was classy in history!
Aug 18, 2011
Ladder Lacing
Ladder lacing is another technique you can use in your costumes for different effects.
Aug 18, 2011
Crossed-and-Tied Lacing
Learn a more unusual way to close your costumes, with crossed-and-tied lacing!
Aug 18, 2011
Historical Costume
What is the fascination with historical costume, and why can't you just use modern techniques?
Jun 13, 2011
Tips and tricks for Regency Fittings
I couldn't go past this interesting item on Etsy. If you're into Regency costume, this could be just the thing for you!
Dec 07, 2010
Lacing
There's more to lacing for corsets and costume than meets the eye. Learn the different techniques here.
Nov 29, 2010
Hollandish
This is my Hollandish outfit. It consists of: 1) a linen chemise with blackwork edge (worked in silk) to strengthen the neckline 2) a red linen underdress
Nov 23, 2010
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