Retro Belt
The combination of the black ribbon against this creamy Angora linen creates a truly vintage-look accessory. This tie belt is easy to fit as it simply fastens with a soft bow at the front. We chose t...
Category Archives: Historical Reenactment
See why Christine loves sewing garments with linen!
Today, we talk to Christine about sewing garments with linen. Christine was a contestant in our Halloween Costume Contest. Her sewing skills really come to life through her re-enactment g...
See How Elizabeth Creates Historical Garb.
Today, we talk to Elizabeth about sewing beautiful historically accurate garments. She lets us in on what she finds most difficult about recreating a certain period in history and why she loves...
Early 1500s Florentine Fashion in “Lady with a Unicorn”.
"Lady with a Unicorn," Raphael, c. 1505, Oil on wood, 65 x 51 cm, Galleria Borghese, Rome. &nb...
How to Dress for a Renaissance Faire.
A Renaissance Faire is where you can really let your creativity run wild and shine. It is a chance to express your love of history and passion for reenactment while amongst friends and family. T...
Tips for Looking Your Best in Your Renaissance Garb.
You are going to want to look your best at your next Renaissance faire. Sure, you’ve got the homemade outfit all ready to go, but remember, every detail counts. This is serious cost...
Discover How to Relieve Stress by Travelling through Time!
A day at the park always relaxes me. The trees, the sunshine, birds chirping, kids playing, and no one is rushing to be anywhere else. This in itself is a great reprieve from the hustle of daily livi...
Fort Frederick Market Fair in Western Maryland on April 22-25
If you want to complete your period outfit from the French and Indian War era, chances are you’ve been saving up for the Fort Frederick Market Fair in Western Maryland on April 22-25. “The Market Fai...
Arkansas Renaissance Fair
The Ozarks of Arkansas may not be the first setting that comes to mind when thinking of Spring Renaissance festivals. But at the University of Arkansas Community College in Batesville (UACCB) each Ap...
The importance of using the correct fabric for historical clothing
Why Linen? Like many historical reenactors, when I started in this hobby, the clothing I wore was just the means to an end. We have to wear correct historical clothing in order to participate in our ...
