As a subscriber, I would have to disagree with this. While the site is not geared for beginners, even beginners can learn a tremendous amount from the articles as they are very well-written and do not get so techical that "non-geeks" can understand what is being conveyed. I don't consider myself to be advanced, but rather midway. I love all the articles. I "specialize" in cowboy reenacting, which covers the mid to late 1800s but I still enjoy the articles on other periods. I am always open to learning new things. :)
As far as the comments that seem to disparage beginners, I think you have to assume if someone wants to make costumes, or any clothing for that matter, they need to have some sewing skills already. Costumes are not easy to construct. The "big three" pattern companies sell "easy" sewing patterns. I don't think that would be possible for period costuming. For starters, the construction techniques are different from those used for modern clothing. Where they obtain these skills is another matter. This site does teach some sewing / construction skills, but assumes that you already know how to do basic sewing. If you are a beginning sewer, you can put the information in these articles to good use. If you can't even thread a needle, well, you need to learn your basics first. This site is not the place for that. No site can provide ALL aspects - they would lose their focus. I think they do a tremendous job of providing information and instruction on costuming of various time periods. And now I will step down from my soap box. :) Cactus ----- Original Message ---- From: Beteena Paradise <[email protected]> To: Historical Costume <[email protected]> Sent: Wed, May 19, 2010 3:19:04 AM Subject: Re: [h-cost] Query re: website My impression was that the site was not for beginners. Some of the articles are pretty advanced. And that impression seems to be supported by the words of the editor herself in her response to this list. In fact, the people that I know who subscribe to it are quite advanced costumers who would gain nothing from a beginning site at all. But, as always, ymmv. _______________________________________________ h-costume mailing list [email protected] http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
