RE: [h-cost] Where can I find a lariat necklace
Try www.jeeba.com I saw their stuff at a garden show and it was very nice, affordable and the items came in tons of semi-precious stone colors. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lavolta Press Sent: Thursday, January 03, 2008 5:16 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [h-cost] Where can I find a lariat necklace I've recently had a fancy for a lariat necklace that looks Edwardian (or even actually is). Semi-precious stones of some sort at the ends of the lariat. Does anyone know of any websites that sell them? Fran Lavolta Press http://www.lavoltapress.com ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
[h-cost] FW: Shrunken wool
_ I accidentally washed a wool sweater and it shrank. Is there any cure to stretch it out again? Sharon ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Prayers, was: Re: Wedding traditions
Hello all, thank you, everyone for your kind words and wishes. The surgery is now 2 weeks ago, and I am recovering. I'm sure all those good energies helped! It wasn't breast cancer, it was a cancer of the kidney. But given the diagnosis, the news are relatively good. The tumor was well contained and hasn't spread anywhere. I have a good prognosis, and they say I won't need chemotherapy. I was fit and healthy up to the operation, which is obviously the best thing to possibly be when about to have major surgery done, I am recovering really well. Right now, I don't have even pain any more, just a scar straight down the middle of my tummy from the breasts to the belly button. I get tired quickly, but other than that, I am fine. So... I'm back online! I wish a happy new year to all of you! Love, B -_- . M -_- . On Dec 19, 2007, at 7:51 AM, B -_- M -_- wrote: Hello, thanks everyone who answered my questions about dancing in hoops, wedding dresses and traditions, discussed styles with me, gave me all this support and all those hints. Yes, the dress is nearly finished now. At least, the major part is done. I'm using modern techniques and traditional styles, totally unashamed of using anything Victorian or 1830-ish, and I do have the hope it will match his suit well. But the wedding itself had to be postponed. Less than three weeks before the intended wedding, and six days before my own flight to the country where it would take place, I was diagnosed with cancer. I'll have to have surgery right away. The flight was cancelled, as were all bookings. Luckily, it's hopefully contained, I may not even need chemotherapy afterwards. So, this may be the last time I'll be online in a long time. Merry Christmas to everyone! Love B -_- M -_- ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] white wool stockings
At 12:34 04/01/2008, you wrote: I am going to an event in Sweden in start of february the north of Sweden, where it usually is very cold for this season. I wondered if someone knows if a womans department in a big warehouse would have long knee woolen stockings wich i could wear to my 18th century outfit? This lady will make stockings to order - and she is charming with it, and very, very helpful. http://sallypointer.com/shop/index.php?cPath=38osCsid=73b19b3432095d445e8aaf27553b88a6 Suzi ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] white wool stockings
Thankyou very much Suzi, You always have the right answer to my questions. I am so happy for the needles you provided me. Bjarne - Original Message - From: Suzi Clarke [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Historical Costume [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, January 04, 2008 1:44 PM Subject: Re: [h-cost] white wool stockings At 12:34 04/01/2008, you wrote: I am going to an event in Sweden in start of february the north of Sweden, where it usually is very cold for this season. I wondered if someone knows if a womans department in a big warehouse would have long knee woolen stockings wich i could wear to my 18th century outfit? This lady will make stockings to order - and she is charming with it, and very, very helpful. http://sallypointer.com/shop/index.php?cPath=38osCsid=73b19b3432095d445e8aaf27553b88a6 Suzi ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
[h-cost] white wool stockings
I am going to an event in Sweden in start of february the north of Sweden, where it usually is very cold for this season. I wondered if someone knows if a womans department in a big warehouse would have long knee woolen stockings wich i could wear to my 18th century outfit? Bjarne ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
RE: [h-cost] Prayers, was: Re: Wedding traditions
Sounds like the best of bad news. Best of luck in the new year - I'm sure you still have all our thoughts, prayers other good energy. Glad you're back! Patty -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of B -_- M -_- Sent: Friday, January 04, 2008 4:33 AM To: Historical Costume Subject: Re: [h-cost] Prayers, was: Re: Wedding traditions Hello all, thank you, everyone for your kind words and wishes. The surgery is now 2 weeks ago, and I am recovering. I'm sure all those good energies helped! It wasn't breast cancer, it was a cancer of the kidney. But given the diagnosis, the news are relatively good. The tumor was well contained and hasn't spread anywhere. I have a good prognosis, and they say I won't need chemotherapy. I was fit and healthy up to the operation, which is obviously the best thing to possibly be when about to have major surgery done, I am recovering really well. Right now, I don't have even pain any more, just a scar straight down the middle of my tummy from the breasts to the belly button. I get tired quickly, but other than that, I am fine. So... I'm back online! I wish a happy new year to all of you! Love, B -_- . M -_- . On Dec 19, 2007, at 7:51 AM, B -_- M -_- wrote: Hello, thanks everyone who answered my questions about dancing in hoops, wedding dresses and traditions, discussed styles with me, gave me all this support and all those hints. Yes, the dress is nearly finished now. At least, the major part is done. I'm using modern techniques and traditional styles, totally unashamed of using anything Victorian or 1830-ish, and I do have the hope it will match his suit well. But the wedding itself had to be postponed. Less than three weeks before the intended wedding, and six days before my own flight to the country where it would take place, I was diagnosed with cancer. I'll have to have surgery right away. The flight was cancelled, as were all bookings. Luckily, it's hopefully contained, I may not even need chemotherapy afterwards. So, this may be the last time I'll be online in a long time. Merry Christmas to everyone! Love B -_- M -_- ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] white wool stockings
Not likely in the States, I don't know about Europe. I've had good luck with the wool over-the-knee socks from sockdreams.com though. Emma I am going to an event in Sweden in start of february the north of Sweden, where it usually is very cold for this season. I wondered if someone knows if a womans department in a big warehouse would have long knee woolen stockings wich i could wear to my 18th century outfit? Bjarne ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] white wool stockings
The best bet may be to layer stockings. You usually wear upper-class clothing, so you would want your outer stocking to look good. Is it an outdoor event or just cold indoors? The other thing to look out for with thick stockings is that they may not fit correctly with your shoes and may stretch them. For your look, you would want a fine worsted anyway, not coarse and thick. One extant stocking example in the Met in New York has had the foot removed and is hemmed around the top of the foot. They probably took out the worn portion, and there is enough that you could not tell with shoes on. They are an intricate silk knit (1790s), possibly salvaged to wear over a plain stocking. And you can be sneaky and wear a modern thermal stocking underneath! -Carol I am going to an event in Sweden in start of february the north of Sweden, where it usually is very cold for this season. I wondered if someone knows if a womans department in a big warehouse would have long knee woolen stockings wich i could wear to my 18th century outfit? Bjarne ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
RE: [h-cost] FW: Shrunken wool
Not in my experience. However, I've been playing around with using the fulled wool fabric for other things. Maybe you could get a vest out of it, or a handbag? It's a creative opportunity! Good luck! Laurie From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] I accidentally washed a wool sweater and it shrank. Is there any cure to stretch it out again? Sharon _ Make distant family not so distant with Windows Vista® + Windows Live™. http://www.microsoft.com/windows/digitallife/keepintouch.mspx?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_CPC_VideoChat_distantfamily_012008___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] white wool stockings
In a message dated 1/4/2008 10:40:35 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: The best bet may be to layer stockings. * This is what I was thinking too. Unless you want a more rustic look with the wool, I'd get a pair of pantyhose or tights. They are very warm in themselves, but put your silk stockings over them and you should be quite warmunless it's like way below freezing. The modern super-stretchy tights would be very smooth and more than likely undetectable under your correct period stockings. Even if you do get some fine wool stockings, layering may be needed to keep you warm. Are there not depictions of men in layers of different colored stockings...some rolled down a bit to show the layers underneath? Or is that too early? Too dandy? **Start the year off right. Easy ways to stay in shape. http://body.aol.com/fitness/winter-exercise?NCID=aolcmp0030002489 ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] FW: Shrunken wool
I was at a vintage flea market where one booth was actually vests and mittens and caps made from vintage felted (shrunken) sweaters (if you stretch the definition of vintage to the 1980s). They made the vests from the bodies of the sweaters and the caps and mittens from the sleeves. They were soft and warm. You could take the sweater to a good dry cleaners and ask them if blocking it would help, but I'd guess that you have a retired sweater. Lynn On 1/4/08, zelda crusher [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Not in my experience. However, I've been playing around with using the fulled wool fabric for other things. Maybe you could get a vest out of it, or a handbag? It's a creative opportunity! Good luck! Laurie From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] I accidentally washed a wool sweater and it shrank. Is there any cure to stretch it out again? Sharon _ Make distant family not so distant with Windows Vista(R) + Windows Live™. http://www.microsoft.com/windows/digitallife/keepintouch.mspx?ocid=TXT_TAGLM_CPC_VideoChat_distantfamily_012008___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
[h-cost] Re: Introduction
Welcome aboard! You'll find a number of 16th century/Elizabethan costumers on this list, including myself (though many are more able/prolific than I)! I too am developing an interest in the social/political conditions that led the English to colonize the Americas, mostly fueled by a recent trip to Jamestown (1607). There was a tailor among the original colonists and a number of clothing/sewing related artifacts found at the fort site (thimble, doublet buttons, even a poking stick). What are you currently working on? Allison T. On Jan 4, 2008 1:32 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Send h-costume mailing list submissions to h-costume@mail.indra.com 1. Introduction (Sarah Krans) 2. Where can I find a lariat necklace (Lavolta Press) 3. RE: Where can I find a lariat necklace (Sharon Collier) 4. FW: Shrunken wool (Sharon Collier) 5. Re: Prayers, was: Re: Wedding traditions (B -_- M -_-) 6. white wool stockings (Leif og Bjarne Drews) 7. Re: white wool stockings (Suzi Clarke) 8. Re: white wool stockings (Leif og Bjarne Drews) 9. RE: Prayers, was: Re: Wedding traditions (Rickard, Patty ) 10. Re: white wool stockings ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) 11. Re: white wool stockings ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) 12. RE: FW: Shrunken wool (zelda crusher) 13. Re: white wool stockings ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) 14. Re: FW: Shrunken wool (Lynn Downward) -- Message: 1 Date: Thu, 3 Jan 2008 15:50:39 -0600 From: Sarah Krans [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [h-cost] Introduction To: [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], Historical Costume [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED], [EMAIL PROTECTED] Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII; format=flowed; delsp=yes I just wanted to post a brief introduction. My name is Sarah and live in central Wisconsin. I first really got involved in history while walking with friends around Heidelberg Castle in 1992 and picturing people living there. I have been involved in living history since about 1994, mainly US Civil War but dabbled in other periods and most recently WWII. I keep coming back to Elizabethan and earlier, however, and most recently while doing my genealogy research (most interesting related to Henry VIII is an ancestor of mine is the grandmother to Catherine Parr). I have participated off and on with the SCA (more off than on) but am hoping to get involved again due to the focus on research and practical application (if that makes sense!). I am most interested in the social history of 16th Century England - especially that which caused people to head across the pond to the colonies. Right now I'm going through my fabrics and determining what I have and what I can do with it. I have some good sized pieces of wool flannel, linen, and definitely cotton. The silks I have are more 1860s pattern/ plaid and would not be appropriate for 16th Century. I am looking forward to getting started - and participating when I can. :) Sarah ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] white wool stockings
On 04 Jan 2008, Leif og Bjarne Drews wrote: I am going to an event in Sweden in start of february the north of Sweden, where it usually is very cold for this season. I wondered if someone knows if a womans department in a big warehouse would have long knee woolen stockings wich i could wear to my 18th century outfit? These are not quite what you're asking for, but Smoke Fire Company sells natural white wool stockings (not bleached white): http://www.smoke-fire.com/hats-and-stockings-2.asp I own a pair and they're very nice. -- Chris Bertani www.goblinrevolution.org/costumes ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
[h-cost] Re: Introduction
In a message dated 1/4/2008 12:33:12 PM Central Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Message: 1 Date: Thu, 3 Jan 2008 15:50:39 -0600 From: Sarah Krans [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [h-cost] Introduction I just wanted to post a brief introduction. My name is Sarah and live in central Wisconsin. I first really got involved in history while walking with friends around Heidelberg Castle in 1992 and picturing people living there. I have been involved in living history since about 1994, mainly US Civil War but dabbled in other periods and most recently WWII. I keep coming back to Elizabethan and earlier, however, and most recently while doing my genealogy research (most interesting related to Henry VIII is an ancestor of mine is the grandmother to Catherine Parr). I have participated off and on with the SCA (more off than on) but am hoping to get involved again due to the focus on research and practical application (if that makes sense!). I am most interested in the social history of 16th Century England - especially that which caused people to head across the pond to the colonies. Right now I'm going through my fabrics and determining what I have and what I can do with it. I have some good sized pieces of wool flannel, linen, and definitely cotton. The silks I have are more 1860s pattern/ plaid and would not be appropriate for 16th Century. I am looking forward to getting started - and participating when I can. :) Sarah Sarah, Allow me to introduce myself especially to you. I am the Chairman of Costume-Con 28, which will be in Milwaukee in 2010. I am also affiliated with the ICG Guild in Chicago. If you are not aware of it, there is a growing general event in northern Chicago in early February called Reenactor Fest. http://members.aol.com/reenactorfest/chicago.html I will be there for the weekend and, if you want to use my room for a bivouac for a day, if you come, that would be OK by me! Just don't mind my other friends who might be doing that, too. Contact me out of group if you are. Or if I can be of any other help! Henry Osier Chief Spy Costume-Con 28 in Milwaukee in 2010 www.CC28.org View the latest Intell: http://agent-milw.livejournal.com/ Questions?: http://community.livejournal.com/costume_con_28/ ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] Re: Introduction
Thank you for the offer. I am actually planning on going to Reenactorfest and staying with my WWII Unit Commander (the event doubles as our annual meeting). I'll probably be running around in my late 1700s dress because I don't get to wear it all that often! I have not attended the event but have heard good things about it. Sarah Sarah, Allow me to introduce myself especially to you. I am the Chairman of Costume-Con 28, which will be in Milwaukee in 2010. I am also affiliated with the ICG Guild in Chicago. If you are not aware of it, there is a growing general event in northern Chicago in early February called Reenactor Fest. http://members.aol.com/reenactorfest/chicago.html I will be there for the weekend and, if you want to use my room for a bivouac for a day, if you come, that would be OK by me! Just don't mind my other friends who might be doing that, too. Contact me out of group if you are. Or if I can be of any other help! Henry Osier Chief Spy Costume-Con 28 in Milwaukee in 2010 www.CC28.org View the latest Intell: http://agent-milw.livejournal.com/ Questions?: http://community.livejournal.com/costume_con_28/ ___ ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
RE: [h-cost] Re: Introduction
Sarah, if you are going to be at Reenactorfest, stop by the Guilde of St. Lawrence and say hi to me too! And, if you're interested in Elizabethan, well, that's what we do :) We are a guilde of middle-class citizens at the Bristol Renn Faire in Kenosha, but my husband and I live in Madison area. Where are you? *** Rebecca Schmitt aka Agness Cabot, Guilde of St. Lawrence Bristol Renaissance Faire My arms are too short to box with God. --Johnny Cash *** -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Sarah Krans Sent: Friday, January 04, 2008 3:38 PM To: Historical Costume Subject: Re: [h-cost] Re: Introduction Thank you for the offer. I am actually planning on going to Reenactorfest and staying with my WWII Unit Commander (the event doubles as our annual meeting). I'll probably be running around in my late 1700s dress because I don't get to wear it all that often! I have not attended the event but have heard good things about it. Sarah Sarah, Allow me to introduce myself especially to you. I am the Chairman of Costume-Con 28, which will be in Milwaukee in 2010. I am also affiliated with the ICG Guild in Chicago. If you are not aware of it, there is a growing general event in northern Chicago in early February called Reenactor Fest. http://members.aol.com/reenactorfest/chicago.html I will be there for the weekend and, if you want to use my room for a bivouac for a day, if you come, that would be OK by me! Just don't mind my other friends who might be doing that, too. Contact me out of group if you are. Or if I can be of any other help! Henry Osier Chief Spy Costume-Con 28 in Milwaukee in 2010 www.CC28.org View the latest Intell: http://agent-milw.livejournal.com/ Questions?: http://community.livejournal.com/costume_con_28/ ___ ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
RE: [h-cost] Prayers, was: Re: Wedding traditions
I hope you have a speedy and complete recovery! Handwork is perfect for recovery. My mom embroidered a whole tablecloth while recovering from surgery and every time we used it, she'd tell us the story. :-) Sharon C. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of B -_- M -_- Sent: Friday, January 04, 2008 1:33 AM To: Historical Costume Subject: Re: [h-cost] Prayers, was: Re: Wedding traditions Hello all, thank you, everyone for your kind words and wishes. The surgery is now 2 weeks ago, and I am recovering. I'm sure all those good energies helped! It wasn't breast cancer, it was a cancer of the kidney. But given the diagnosis, the news are relatively good. The tumor was well contained and hasn't spread anywhere. I have a good prognosis, and they say I won't need chemotherapy. I was fit and healthy up to the operation, which is obviously the best thing to possibly be when about to have major surgery done, I am recovering really well. Right now, I don't have even pain any more, just a scar straight down the middle of my tummy from the breasts to the belly button. I get tired quickly, but other than that, I am fine. So... I'm back online! I wish a happy new year to all of you! Love, B -_- . M -_- . On Dec 19, 2007, at 7:51 AM, B -_- M -_- wrote: Hello, thanks everyone who answered my questions about dancing in hoops, wedding dresses and traditions, discussed styles with me, gave me all this support and all those hints. Yes, the dress is nearly finished now. At least, the major part is done. I'm using modern techniques and traditional styles, totally unashamed of using anything Victorian or 1830-ish, and I do have the hope it will match his suit well. But the wedding itself had to be postponed. Less than three weeks before the intended wedding, and six days before my own flight to the country where it would take place, I was diagnosed with cancer. I'll have to have surgery right away. The flight was cancelled, as were all bookings. Luckily, it's hopefully contained, I may not even need chemotherapy afterwards. So, this may be the last time I'll be online in a long time. Merry Christmas to everyone! Love B -_- M -_- ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
RE: [h-cost] white wool stockings
If not in the women's department, try a hiking/backpacking store. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Leif og Bjarne Drews Sent: Friday, January 04, 2008 4:35 AM To: Historical Costume Subject: [h-cost] white wool stockings I am going to an event in Sweden in start of february the north of Sweden, where it usually is very cold for this season. I wondered if someone knows if a womans department in a big warehouse would have long knee woolen stockings wich i could wear to my 18th century outfit? Bjarne ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
Re: [h-cost] shrunken wool
I would just try wetting it and reblocking it if it hasn't felted. Did you hand wash it in cold water and lay flat to dry? If so, it may be all right. Sylrog On Jan 4, 2008, at 5:51 PM, Suzanne wrote: Is it merely shrunken? Or did it go all the way to felted? Years ago, I heard of an old country remedy for slightly-shrunken sweaters -- you soak the sweater in a solution of epsom salts and then carefully re-block it. But I never tried it and I can't remember the proportions Does anyone know what I'm talking about??? Good luck! Suzanne From: Sharon Collier [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: January 4, 2008 2:17:39 AM CST To: 'Historical Costume' [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [h-cost] FW: Shrunken wool Reply-To: Historical Costume h-costume@mail.indra.com _ I accidentally washed a wool sweater and it shrank. Is there any cure to stretch it out again? Sharon ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
[h-cost] Period Patterns #41 Italian Renaissance Gowns
I am making version V, but do not have the instructions. I am tracing out the pieces and just got to the bodice. It has the nrmal bodice shape, and then the v-neck overlaid. Can someone explain this bit to me and how it is sewn/attached? I don't want to have to buy another pattern to get instructions. If I do I'm sure the instructions will turn up! Tempting... but too costly to experiment. Cheers and thanks, Aylwen ___ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
