Gallery of Finished Projects

[isabelladangelo]

Actually, Rani, my original inspiration ( the reason I used a papasan instead of a hula hoop) was this papasan decorated with saris.   :-)  I realized the papasan I had out in the shed would actually have the strength to hold up 5 gallons of water on it's own and not collapse - Unlike most hula hoops.  There are a lot of hula hoop shower tent tutorials out there but none of them looked sturdy. 


Thanks, Serenity!  It's actually not that hard to make.  It's just the fabric is HEAVY when pushing it through the machine.

[Rani Zemirah]

That's actually very close to what I was picturing, Isabella!  Well, except I have lots of differently colored and patterned saris, so it wouldn't be quite as matching... but it would definitely be very bohemian.   


LadyK, congratulations again on your amazing transformation!  I know how hard it can be to stay on the road to health and wellness... and it's very inspiring to be able to see all of your successes!  My daughter and I are getting back into exercising at the YMCA now, and it feels really good to work out, and feel like we're doing something good for ourselves.  We spent 2 hours in the pool today, during the physical therapy exercise period, and then went upstairs to the machine room and balance area for a bit, as well.  It was fun, so even though we were beat afterward, it still felt great! 

[isabelladangelo]

DSC03680 par Isabella, on ipernity

My latest Italian Turkish outfit.  Italian ladies during the middle of the 16th C onward sometimes adopted the Ottoman style with some slight Italian twists.  The outfit is all linen.  And yes, the colors are really that bright and they are all very period for the 16th c.  :-)

[gem]

Ooh! Ooh! Ooh! That is awesome! I saw your fabric at JA a couple of months ago. It is so bright and happy.

[isabelladangelo]

Thanks, Gem!   Yeah, I love it when Joanns gets some of their printed linens in - they always have one that will work for something historical. 

[Orphena]

It's been a while since I posted anything here, but I have been keeping tabs on all the lovely projects!

I made a Standing ruff for my Queen Elizabeth Ensemble, and I'm pleased with how it turned out! The outer layer is made from a  silk curtain that I scored at a garage sale for $5. The innards are made using a "plasticy" header tape (drapery section, not the stuff that has string running through, but rather it is almost a fine plastic canvas) , which, being only 4 inches wide, I  attached 2 lengths together until I had 6 meters by 6 inches. Some metallic lace and a few pearls finished off the edge. I cartridge pleated the ruff by hand (and then redid it, twice). The ruff is stiff enough that it doesn't need a suportasse to stay in place, even in the wind!

While I still want to add something to the inner edge to protect the ruff from sunscreen and; well, me in the summer; it is complete enough to show off! It attaches in 3 places (I made add an extra 2) with ribbon points through a jump ring stitched to the inner edge of the bodice.

This is one of the last pieces of this ensemble (I may still want a summer partlet), so I'm showing off a few pics! Last year I had some gaping between the bodice and skirt after I added the sleeves, so a few heavy duty hooks were attached to make it all hold together. (The hooks were a better solution than historical points, since my husband helps me dress, and he despises finicky little things in awkward spots!)

[Jade]

I love it! And I love the shot with the tardis!

[Lady Kathleen of Olmsted]

Orphena.....

I would suggest a band of double thicknes of grosgrain ribbon and some canvas for that lovely ruff of yours to give it more of a finish. That may also help it stand up better for you, as the extra at the ends can tuck into your bodice.

[DutchessPDX]

Wow, so many lovely garments! So I embarked on a huge undertaking for only my second renaissance garment. Thankfully I have a mother who's an excellent sewer and gave me may great pointers along the way (like why do they always tell you to put the arms in after you sew up the sides!!! So much easier to do it before!) Anyways, here's my attempt at Henry VIII based on the simplicity pattern (out of print) and the Holbein portrait. I also made the chain of office I'm wearing and the hat.  I'm not 100% there yet but darn close.





(Also, the codpiece is just a place saver. I purchased The Tudor Tailor and will make a more...ahem...authentic version)

[CenturiesSewing]

PDX I think you are off to a very good start!

[gem]

LOVE!!! Orphena, that looks amazing! It has really come together!!  How did you do the paned/puffed sleeves? (Am about to embark on my first pair and am looking for all the pointers I can find!)

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DuchessPDX, I second Centuries's comment--that looks smashing! What is the gold trim on the sleeves/skirting?

[isabelladangelo]

Duchess, that looks wonderful!



DSC03716 par Isabella, on ipernity

This is my latest- I made it for a $10 or under challenge.  All the silk, lining, and ribbons cost a grand total of $8.37.       This was a bit harder than usual as I'm used to $20 or under challenges.  Luckily, my local thrift store is wonderful and the dress is made out of old silk curtains. 

[Orphena]

Gem, I just kept it simple. This was my third attempt on the sleeves. The bottom cuff is actually boned to help keep the shape. Under layer of silk was literally a rectangle that I pleated. Panes are straight seams.

[Rani Zemirah]

Oh, my... such lovely work, everyone!  So very impressive! 


Isabella, I am particularly impressed by the economy of your gown!  I just adore making pretty things out of bargain materials, particularly if they are luxury goods that were found for next to nothing.  I'm just about to post my latest "fun find" in another thread, in fact.    heheh  I also love your new Turkish outfit!  I have some very nice linen/cotton blend that is in similar colors and stripes, and I've been wanting to use it for something fun ever since I ran across it.  Maybe I will do something like this with it! 


DPDX, wonderful details, and I second the curiosity about the trim... it's amazing!  Your chain of office looks very nice, as well.  Close-ups, please?  Of both, if possible. 


Orphena... your ruff is absolutely Regal, as is the rest of the gown!  I can just imagine all of the photos you have to stop and pose for during your progressions.   

[Stuben]

DSC03680 par Isabella, on ipernity

My latest Italian Turkish outfit.  Italian ladies during the middle of the 16th C onward sometimes adopted the Ottoman style with some slight Italian twists.  The outfit is all linen.  And yes, the colors are really that bright and they are all very period for the 16th c.  :-)

I love this outfit :-)