Our most talented Flidias is designing and creating a most wondrous gown made just for our Queen.
Many hours of drawing and planning are going into making this unique and like no other seen before.
Now that the Queen has chosen her fabrics and colors this gown creation is now taking form.
Next shall be the choosing of the jewels and trim, then the beading party can begin.
::)
I have to say, I am extremely excited. It took us - Ladyfair, Lady Ann, Flidais, her lovely (and very patient) daughter and me - many hours of shopping both in store and online to find the truly spectacular. But I think we have located something quite stunning, and I can't wait to see - and wear - the final product! Check here for updates!
Will this new lovely dress also be accompanied by a new scepter to fend off the advances of the King of Spain and other suitors? If it is as lovely as you speak, you will require a larger security force to protect your honor, your majesty!
Alas, the King of Spain will not be attending this year, but Raleigh is a new member of our cast and I'm sure he will bore her ear off with potato talk.
I suspect certain queens could show up in burlap and twine and look regal.
You still scare the skittles outta me. I love the Pavand (sp) and when I said it and our queen gave me the look of death I had to remind myself that she really can't cut off my head. LOL!!!!
A little birdy has been singing in my ear about your lovely new gown. Though I've not heard the final choice of fabrics. I cannot wait to see the creation! Bet it will be just scrumptious!
Oh Goodie.....!!!!
Your Grace... um... may I have your (old.... ancient.... boring....) red one? 0:)
(closes eyes, cringes and waits for the THWAMP)
Why stop at the THWAP when you can go for the TOWER?!?
I can't think of anyone that deserves a new gown more than our Queen!
Big Security will be there throughout the season, as Captain Saffron does come up around my shoulder, and I will be there personally on the Final weekend, the Biggest security of all. :)
Quote from: TinGoliath on August 12, 2008, 06:49:18 PM
Big Security will be there throughout the season, as Captain Saffron does come up around my shoulder, and I will be there personally on the Final weekend, the Biggest security of all. :)
Hey Goliath!! Wenchie told me to say HI to you if I saw you at Faire. Since we're going Opening Weekend and it sounds like you're going Closing Weekend, I'll just say HI now. So, HI!!
OOO! A new dress! I'm sure it will be beautiful and no one deserves it more!
Sorry Wayward Wench, ;-) but the red velvet is still in good condition and I wear it especially on cold days, as it is very warm... and VERY VERY heavy. Just ask Flidais, Lady ann and Ladyfair who all lifted it the other evening.
This new dress is all about ER's often spoken thought "Too much is not enough!"
And the Pavane! Ack. Elizabeth hates that dance because it is boring. One can often see her yawning through the dance, hence it's ending very quickly to move on to more spirited dances!
*chuckling wickedly, the succubus wonders whether our good Queen remembered to pack the new bloomers and whether they will look nice under the new dress*
Quote from: Madge Estes on August 14, 2008, 03:19:47 PM
Sorry Wayward Wench, ;-) but the red velvet is still in good condition and I wear it especially on cold days, as it is very warm... and VERY VERY heavy. Just ask Flidais, Lady ann and Ladyfair who all lifted it the other evening.
This new dress is all about ER's often spoken thought "Too much is not enough!"
*snip*
I could help with that Your Grace. I would be happy to take the "shineys" off of it and make it lighter. Your visage shines so brightly you have no need of all that "heavy" gold lace.
M.E. is going to look even more radiant then she already does! *curtsey* ;D
It's always nice to see such craftmenship on such a stunning Queen, I can't wait to see it. :)
With the most talented Flidais at the machine.... it is going to be sooooo stuning!! If it is anywhere near what she makes for herself, our Queen is going to be the most glorious in the land!!
Quote from: Lady Gwyndolyn on August 18, 2008, 08:53:51 AM
With the most talented Flidais at the machine.... it is going to be sooooo stuning!! If it is anywhere near what she makes for herself, our Queen is going to be the most glorious in the land!!
Grammercy Lady Gwyndolyn, you are too kind!
Quote from: flidais on August 19, 2008, 05:38:55 AM
Quote from: Lady Gwyndolyn on August 18, 2008, 08:53:51 AM
With the most talented Flidais at the machine.... it is going to be sooooo stuning!! If it is anywhere near what she makes for herself, our Queen is going to be the most glorious in the land!!
Grammercy Lady Gwyndolyn, you are too kind!
Nay dear lady, you are so kind to do such a wonderful thing for another wonderful lady. And when it comes to the beauty of your gowns, I speak the truth!!
Escarlata- I indeed remembered to pack my new bloomers! Looking forward to the cool days when they will be most welcome. Can't wait to show them off... I mean... the Queen would NEVER do that! ;-)
And WaywardWench- Love, I have given you shinies aplenty to keep your eye from wandering toward mine... Are you saying you're lacking? And as you WELL know, it ain't the lace. baby, but all that velvet... You thinnk you can't keep up with me now? try hauling that 50 pound garment on your bod all day! ;-)
Quote from: Madge Estes on August 20, 2008, 12:32:56 PM
And WaywardWench- Love, I have given you shinies aplenty to keep your eye from wandering toward mine... Are you saying you're lacking?
Perchance You have spoilt her with all those shiny bits.
Or simply dazzled her beyond wit.
Come to think on't, the second more handily appears to be the way of it.
Quote from: Madge Estes on August 20, 2008, 12:32:56 PM
And as you WELL know, it ain't the lace. baby, but all that velvet... You thinnk you can't keep up with me now? try hauling that 50 pound garment on your bod all day! ;-)
I reckon, Our Most Graycious Queen, that WW would have little trouble carrying e'en the heaviest garments if she had but
one room in the Tower to pace.
*Pondering a few Madness modicums for Final weekend*
*A shiny tin Wayward Wench puppet so she can be distracted by her shiny self*
*A tin Duke Fairfax with Queen Dress and Wig/Crown accessory for the days he stands in*
*If the Pavane is announced at Closing Weekend, Espressos all around for the Musicians, then conduct them myself to play the Pavane at 6 times normal speed, minimum. That should make it less boring. ;)*
*Looking forward to seeing photos of the new dress to test my tinsmithing skills*
Woot! Ladyfair says the fabric is in. Anna Iram has seen it to... Both of them before me! :-( I can't wait til I get back into MI tomorrow so I can see it too!!!
Quote from: TinGoliath on August 20, 2008, 06:15:37 PM
*If the Pavane is announced at Closing Weekend, Espressos all around for the Musicians, then conduct them myself to play the Pavane at 6 times normal speed, minimum. That should make it less boring. ;)*
I.... I love you somuch for that.
Soooo... noone has asked the questions yet...
What color is it???
Will it be done before our gracious Queen leaves us for the Southern Shire so that we can all see the wonderful work of Flidias and the beauty of our Queen???
I am leaving the color as a surprise, although some folks saw it this past weekend at Ladyfair's booth. Let's just say there will be no chance of missing it... In fact, you might be able to see me from half way across the site. No more hiding from the gaurds!
If all goes as planned, it will be debuted here in the next couple of weeks.
HMRM WITH WHAT LOOKS LIKE A NEW SCEPTRE!! :)
(http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g174/jverran/IMG_7066_filtered.jpg)
Is it ok to post pictures of the new dress now?
I thought the Queens new dress was fantastic.
(http://www.pbase.com/image/102824709.jpg)
Jon.
That looks like her Purple dress. I'd know that one anywhere.
Yep - that is a lovely gown, but it is one of her oldest ones.
No new one yet.
/sits and waits impatiently to see it..... ;)
I thought this was the new one.
Jon.
Quote from: Jon Foster on September 07, 2008, 09:12:57 PM
Is it ok to post pictures of the new dress now?
I thought the Queens new dress was fantastic.
(http://www.pbase.com/image/102824709.jpg)
Jon.
I realize she's our Queen and that we all love her, but that expression is
begging for a caption!! ::) :P
"You, sir, should seriously reconsider tights as a garb option"
"God
shave the Queen? Haven't heard
that one before. Now where's my sceptor?"
Quote from: Margaret on September 08, 2008, 05:33:20 AM
Yep - that is a lovely gown, but it is one of her oldest ones.
No new one yet.
/sits and waits impatiently to see it..... ;)
There has been a delay with the the contrast fabric. :(
Indeed, Jon, the purple gown is my oldest. Only worn when it is raining or muddy, and as Sunday started with rain, on went the purple dress. I guess it has become a weather indicator to people who know! ;-)
My wife has been saying "I told you it's not her new dress" since I told her it was the new dress on Sunday. :-\ Ok, so it's not new and it's only a "bad weather" outfit. But I still think it's cool and looks great. :)
Jon.
Jon, I remember seeing that dress in prior years, but I agree with you the colors and lacework make it 'fit for a Queen' (shameless) :) .
I posted here before I saw the Pic o' the day thread that canonman started. Very nice shots from youpself and canonman. The pic I posted here was of the parade, when I brought the lens up on HMRM she was enjoying a pickle!! I couldn't help but laugh as she flashed that smile in the pic after removing the pickle!!!!
Cheers!
Quote from: Madge Estes on September 08, 2008, 04:08:41 PM
Indeed, Jon, the purple gown is my oldest. Only worn when it is raining or muddy, and as Sunday started with rain, on went the purple dress. I guess it has become a weather indicator to people who know! ;-)
but the weather changed soon after opening :).. its a very nice dress though.
Our youngest daughter really likes the pearls sewn onto the sleeves. It gives it the royal feel. She wants to spice up her own gown with things like that.
Jon.
Pearls are ALWAYS the way to go when spiffing up a 'Bethan gown.
/pouts about the stinkin' contrast fabric issues for da Queenie's new gown.
Sorry to hear about the delay - that can be so very frustrating.
Another day of shopping with Flidias and Madge Estes has resulted in finding the perfect fabric for the stunning
The beading party will begin in a few days...... hint...hint.....right after the Queen decides on what shall be sewn..... the best crystals, pearls, and beads......so many to choose from........ giggle....... now to find my thimbles.....
I love doing the beading. It can be so relaxing. And so much fun and excitement to watch it all come together. A way to make a plain fabric something so very special. Though, with our beautiful Queen, it doesn't matter what the fabric is, she makes it something special just by putting it on!!
Quote from: Lady Gwyndolyn on September 11, 2008, 09:29:00 AM
I love doing the beading. It can be so relaxing. And so much fun and excitement to watch it all come together. A way to make a plain fabric something so very special. Though, with our beautiful Queen, it doesn't matter what the fabric is, she makes it something special just by putting it on!!
I agree, our queen would look regal in a garbage bag. Luckily for her, she has some phenominal seamstresses making her dresses that put her in a whole different league! Thank you all for all that you do!
Quote from: Lord Virgil on September 11, 2008, 02:14:41 PM
I agree, our queen would look regal in a garbage bag.
i'm sorry but that made me laugh very hard.. but as he said its very true and who ever makes those dresses i have seen is outstanding.
Quote from: Cyron on September 11, 2008, 07:12:36 PM
Quote from: Lord Virgil on September 11, 2008, 02:14:41 PM
I agree, our queen would look regal in a garbage bag.
i'm sorry but that made me laugh very hard.. but as he said its very true and who ever makes those dresses i have seen is outstanding.
Just part of my charm I guess, ;D