Meet Rapunzel From The Renaissance Pleasure Faire
Name: Rapunzel
Years at the Faire: 15 years
Duties at the Faire: Participates in four parades and serves tea for the queen. Rapunzel also makes times to run two fun workshops! She teaches the "Sweet Dreams and Sachets" and the"Mortar and Pestle" workshop.
Did you sew the lovely outfit you are wearing? "I purchased everything except for the bodice."
Are you wearing any linen? "Yes." Linen is featured throughout her beautiful attire.
What is your favorite dessert? "Dark chocolate. But it has to be at least 70% cacoa!"
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