[h-cost] greenland groans

I am making a greenland gown, and having neckline problems I want a high neck, and a laced chest. So I have it slit from collar bone to mid bust. I have extra fabric there so I'm a little confused on how to cut it past the slit. (which I already messed up and cut it off center and slightly

Re: [h-cost] German Headdress

> >I couldn't find the instructions/patterns. I'd love to have the pizza hat > >instructions and the "starfish" hat. So the slashed crown hat is the one called the starfish hat h.. I admit I wanted to take a photo of the crown flopped on my head as it was a bit like an octopus out of wate

Re: [h-cost] shapes of German Headdress

In the future I will make every effort to keep my opinions to myself. I thought it was a perfectly valid opinion - some of these headpieces really are funny-looking. My opinion is that there are a few sedate and becoming ones, and mine looks like one of them. CarolynKayta Barrows d

Re: [h-cost] German Headdress

I couldn't find the instructions/patterns. I'd love to have the pizza hat instructions and the "starfish" hat. I believe I'm the one who invented the "pizza" hat, at least in it's modern early-Durer configuration, in 1971. I really need to post the instructions on my website. After Ren. F

Re: [h-cost] For those who like "Dangerous Liasions"

Happy dance, happy dance! I am so pleased this is now on DVD:) I got to watch it on TV when it aired and was so inspired by the cossies... I will have to try and track down a copy in my region of the world... Sean Bean in pantaloons.. what else could you want;) michaela de bruce http://glittersw

[h-cost] Re: German headdresses

It also looks like they were the inspiration for more than a few of Guinan's hats in "Star Trek: The Next Generation". (and very not-historical) Sandy At 06:42 AM 8/10/2005, you wrote: Date: Wed, 10 Aug 2005 00:05:20 -0400 From: "Shane & Sheridan" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: [h-cost] R

Re: [h-cost] Silk batting question

I don't know, having never even heard of silk batting (sounds luxurious). Perhaps you could ask the manufacturer, or whomever you purchased it from? --sue Jodi Nelson wrote: I am working on a costume for me. Not exactly period, but close. I am making a tabard to go over a kirtle-style dress. I

Re: [h-cost] Lurking Apology

Ouch! That's sound really painful! Hope you're healing well! --sue (knees wincing in sympathy) p.s. Tell us more about your B&B costumes;o) Jodi Nelson wrote: Wanted to apologize to all for only being a lurker for the last 12 weeks or so. Was finishing costumes for "Beauty and the Beas

[h-cost] For those who like "Dangerous Liasions"

There's a new DVD (though of a 1991 film) of a four-part BBC production of "Clarissa," from the 18th-century novel by Samuel Richardson. Lovelace, a nobleman and dedicated rake, obsessively pursues Clarissa, a bourgeois paragon of moral virtue and therefore the ultimate challenge. Her greedy,

Re: [h-cost] shapes of German Headdress

Hell-! I'd like to point out that the post she saw fit to reply to on a public list was in fact sent to her privately, and was not meant for general consumption. My apologies to the list for you guys having to see the unfortunately-made-public side of my occasionally sarcastic tongue. I q

Re: [h-cost] Indian Fabric Source Was: German Headdress

Oops! Duh! Totally forgot, Dharma Trading carries plain silk gauze and chiffon. If you can't find a fabric store specializing in Indian fabrics, this would definitely do the trick.. http://www.dharmatrading.com > Sheridan, > Where would you find an Indian fabric store? I'm in Florida and I don't

Re: [h-cost] Indian Fabric Source Was: German Headdress

Hmm, I haven't actually tried to find such a thing online, although I am sure it exists, most major cities have a neighborhood where the local Indian population tends to conregate and set up businesses to cater to the locals. When I lived in Western Canada, there were a few stores in Calgary and Ed

Re: [h-cost] on-line silk fabric

At 01:13 PM 8/7/2005, you wrote: Had a computer crash this year and subsequently lost all my favourite websites. Ever since I've been looking for a particular on-line silk supplier for either noile or shot dupioni. All I can recall was the prices were ridiculously reasonable, especially at t

Heavier silks, was Re: [h-cost] silk denim and other heavy silk fabrics

At 06:51 PM 8/10/2005, you wrote: Rupert and Gibbon (dba Silk Connections) have some heavier fabrics that might work. Here's the URL: http://www.silkconnection.com/products/fabric/silk/shantung/ . The heavy silk shantung sounds like it might be what you are looking for. Joan Thanks Joan,

Heavier silks, was Re: [h-cost] silk denim and other heavy silk fabrics (was: Silk batting question)

Rupert and Gibbon (dba Silk Connections) have some heavier fabrics that might work. Here's the URL: http://www.silkconnection.com/products/fabric/silk/shantung/ . The heavy silk shantung sounds like it might be what you are looking for. Joan At 06:22 PM 8/10/2005, you wrote: At 01:45 PM 8/1

Re: [h-cost] French Hood images revised

At 11:18 PM 8/7/2005, you wrote: I notice you haven't got the photos from QEWU of that effigy that shows the veil of the French hood flipped up, showing some sort of bag like headwear underneath. (or perhaps that's one of the ones waiting to be scanned?) Elizabeth Hi Elizabeth, I have so many

[h-cost] silk denim and other heavy silk fabrics (was: Silk batting question)

At 01:45 PM 8/10/2005, you wrote: > Personally, I would look for something like silk denim (yes, it does exist; denim is a twill weave and is not dependent upon fiber type) or fairly heavy silk broadcloth or other firmly woven silk fabric. Joan Jurancich [EMAIL PROTECTED] Any idea where on

Re: [h-cost] fashion plates website 1870's

At 07:44 PM 8/6/2005, you wrote: Have you tried the Truly Victorian website for patterns from 1830-1900? They are thoroughly researched and well made patterns and the owner/designers - Heather and Laura MacNaughton -- have often taught at Costume College in Van Nuys. It it well worth a look if

Re: [h-cost] Re: linnen stains

At 05:50 AM 8/8/2005, you wrote: The only things I've dealt with that don't seem to respond to it are the yellowish residue of tomato stains on my printed cotton knit tops, and some longstanding ?grease stains that just won't let go of my t-shirts no matter what I dump on them. Something I jus

Re: [h-cost] 16th Century German patterns

At 06:46 AM 8/10/2005, you wrote: Waffenrock or Captain's Gown Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for men's early 16th century German Waffenrok or Arming Gown as worn by Landsknecht officers. Pattern includes arming gown with full sleeves and a variety of

Re: [h-cost] A Career Question: Education and going into business: (Long)

At 12:21 AM 8/4/2005, you wrote: My college professors told me, you don't have to take the accounting majors classes to be successful in business. But you do need to know enough accounting that if the accountant/bookkeeper is cheating you. I hope this advice helps you with your decision. Bes

Re: [h-cost] shapes of German Headdress

In the future I will make every effort to keep my opinions to myself. OK? Can we drop it now? Thanks - and again sorry to have stepped on any toes. I've been around long enough to know that you can be... blunt, at times :-) So I just ignored your comment - I guess those whose main interest I

Re: [h-cost] Silk batting question

At 01:24 PM 8/10/2005, you wrote: I am working on a costume for me. Not exactly period, but close. I am making a tabard to go over a kirtle-style dress. I will be appliqueing a fairy on the tabard and embellishing with beading. All is out of silks and will need to be stabilzed with something be

[h-cost] Indian Fabric Source Was: German Headdress

Sheridan, Where would you find an Indian fabric store? I'm in Florida and I don't think we have any locally, is there a good site online? Thanks, Wendi Sheridan wrote: > >If you can get yourself to an Indian fabric store, the silk they use for >Dupattas is about as close to the gauze you see in t

[h-cost] Silk batting question

I am working on a costume for me. Not exactly period, but close. I am making a tabard to go over a kirtle-style dress. I will be appliqueing a fairy on the tabard and embellishing with beading. All is out of silks and will need to be stabilzed with something because of weight. Have chosen silk b

Re: [h-cost] Osnaburg (& silk question)

Thanks, and oops - I had cut this down from a much longer and rambling message and guess I edited too much - mid to late 1400's is what I have in mind at the moment. But may end up in something for a later period. AnnetteM From: Joan Jurancich Subject: Re: [h-cost] Osnaburg (& silk question

Re: [h-cost] shapes of German Headdress

I guess there is a reason the list received four identical messages, but I sent only one. It seems that Netscape either sends dupicate messages or doesn't send them at all. I don't know what the problem is and I don't know how to correct it. I did say that I was sorry I wrote my first message

Re: [h-cost] on-line silk fabric

"Five Rivers Chapmanry" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > > Had a computer crash this year and subsequently lost all my > favourite websites. You'll want to look into http://del.icio.us/; they provide online bookmarks. Very nice. -- Robert Uhl And if made to pass a

[h-cost] Silk batting question

I am working on a costume for me. Not exactly period, but close. I am making a tabard to go over a kirtle-style dress. I will be appliqueing a fairy on the tabard and embellishing with beading. All is out of silks and will need to be stabilzed with something because of weight. Have chosen silk b

[h-cost] Lurking Apology

Wanted to apologize to all for only being a lurker for the last 12 weeks or so. Was finishing costumes for "Beauty and the Beast" for Tuacahn( local professional theatre) and then I fell and broke my right knee. Am back on my feet now {mostly, am on a single crutch} and have started a few projec

[h-cost] German Headdress

I couldn't find the instructions/patterns. I'd love to have the pizza hat instructions and the "starfish" hat. Julie <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > I happen to find mine very comfortable as well: > http://costumes.glittersweet.com/sca/hats.htm (I have a pattern and >interior > photos to sh

Re: [h-cost] shapes of German Headdress

OK, consider me properly chastized! I can't imagine wearing something that looks like it pulls your head back as being comfortable, Done right they are, or I wouldn't wear one. but to each his own. I didn't mean to start a war, No war here. But my first historical costume was an Albrec

[h-cost] 16th Century German patterns

Thought some of you might like to know of the new Reconstructing History, 16th Century German patterns we're now carrying on our website: Kampfrau Gown Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for 16th century German commonwoman's gown with plain or slashed sl

Re: [h-cost] shapes of German Headdress

Oh, good grief, that's hardly a "war." Just several people answering your question in such ways that showed that we didn't agree with you. If you don't want to wear one or make one, then don't. But obviously, some of us would, for the reasons we stated as well as others. My personal and 21st

Re: [h-cost] shapes of German Headdress

OK, consider me properly chastized! I can't imagine wearing something that looks like it pulls your head back as being comfortable, but to each his own. I didn't mean to start a war, just made a comment. Sorry Lalah, Never give up, Never surrender --- Carolyn Kayta Barrows <[EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [h-cost] shapes of German Headdress

OK, consider me properly chastized! I can't imagine wearing something that looks like it pulls your head back as being comfortable, but to each his own. I didn't mean to start a war, just made a comment. Sorry Lalah, Never give up, Never surrender --- Carolyn Kayta Barrows <[EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [h-cost] shapes of German Headdress

OK, consider me properly chastized! I can't imagine wearing something that looks like it pulls your head back as being comfortable, but to each his own. I didn't mean to start a war, just made a comment. Sorry Lalah, Never give up, Never surrender --- Carolyn Kayta Barrows <[EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [h-cost] shapes of German Headdress

OK, consider me properly chastized! I can't imagine wearing something that looks like it pulls your head back as being comfortable, but to each his own. I didn't mean to start a war, just made a comment. Sorry Lalah, Never give up, Never surrender --- Carolyn Kayta Barrows <[EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [h-cost] Re: German Headdress

HmmmI don't remember that as a German headdress, but rather, as an Italian one (ISTR that Ms. Huston's gowns were Italianate, as were those of her two daughters). There are a number of early 16th?/late 15th c. portraits with women wearing a crescent-shaped headpiece. I wonder, though, if th

Re: [h-cost] German Headdress

> http://www.museothyssen.org/museovirtual/fichas/obraampliada.asp?codigo=772 > This is the one I based my one on. Though I haven't yet found a nice fabric > to make a veil to wear over it. > > > regards, > michaela > http://costumes.glittersweet.com If you can get yourself to an Indian fabric s

Re: [h-cost] Osnaburg (& silk question)

At 09:01 PM 8/9/2005, you wrote: Hello, I found this definition - Osnaburg: A plainly woven cotton fabric with small flecks of cotton stalks remaining within the weave. Its appearance is similar to a coarse muslin. Sounds like flour sacking material to me. I found some gorgeous peacock blu

RE: [h-cost] Osnaburg (& silk question)

I have worked with Osnaburg and it isn't flour sack material. The weave is not tight enough. Silk, sounds beautiful. Remember that it is a warming fabric so you might not want to line any summer costumes with it if you are in a warm humid climate. It sounds like you have what is referred to as shot