The Renaissance Dancers are based in Southwark, London, site of historic Tudor theatres such as the vanished Rose and the rebuilt Shakespeare’s Globe. Originating from the Shakespeare’s Theatre Friends Association the group was founded in 1999. They regularly stage stunning displays of elaborate period dances. Although the members are amateurs they have been trained by…
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A finer quality medium weight 100% linen just arrived and went on sale! It still weighs the familiar 5.3 ounces/yard2 and can be used to make everything medium weight linen is used for. The thread size used in 1C64 is thinner than the thread used in other medium weight linen fabrics. In order to get…
Whether you need a costume for a renaissance fair or a Celtic festival, Scottish and Irish clothing is a versatile choice. There are a few key differences in the costumes worn by the Celtic people as compared to the English style clothing seen at many fairs. Among the Celts, there are also a few noteworthy…
The classic straight suit with a floral print lining, the multi-coloured stripe on a men’s sock, the ‘well-made, good quality, interesting fabric, easy to wear. No bullshit clothing.” This is the style of Paul Smith. Paul Smith has become known for taking traditional British tailoring to the younger slicker crowds by incorporating classic design with…
Size: Queen. Width – 86″. Length – 86″ Whether you are remodeling your bedroom or just wanted to try something new this project will be perfect. Linen it is an ideal fabric for bed linens for a couple of reasons: the way it circulates air will help you stay cool in the summer and warm…
It’s impossible to even consider attending a Romantic era re-enactment without first understanding the importance of linen in Romantic era clothing. Linen, made from the flax plant, has long been an important fabric. Throughout history it has been know for its versatility. In the romantic era, from 1825 to 1835, linen was used in many…
Linen was a very important fabric, in Edwardian times. So, if you are planning to attend an Edwardian re-enactment any time in the near future, you should understand a bit about linen and its Edwardian uses, first. Linen has been around for a long time. It was even used in ancient Egypt. It is one…
If you are planning to attend a Tudor era re-enactment, you will want to have the proper costume. Before you search for suitable costumes for your Tudor re-enactment, you need to decide exactly what it is you’re looking for, though. You might start by thinking about linen. It was a very important fabric in the…
If you sew, you probably know how frustrating it is to have the fabric slip through your fingers, fray every time you touch it and just make it nearly impossible to sew a neat seam. Well, what if I told you that I know a secret fabric that won’t try to wiggle away from you?…
What if I told you, you could own a designer quality dress, without having to pay designer prices? Well if you don’t believe me, let me tell you about something that happened to me yesterday. Yesterday afternoon, my wife and I decided to go look around at the different brands and see which designers are…
Not too long ago I got a hold of a very passionate creator, Pedro Altamirano. At 68 years old, Pedro has been doing embroidery for over 30 years, has work in all seven continents, and has no plans on stopping any time soon! Since the Summer of 1977, Pedro Altamirano has focused his embroidery talent…
Are you interested in American Civil War re-enactment? Are you wondering where to begin, as far as getting an authentic costume for the occasion? Well, if so, you should first learn a bit about the importance of linen during the American Civil War. During the American Civil War, linen fabric was used for clothing for…
It is the 4th of July week and everyone is getting ready for a weekend of fun. To add to the fun we have cut the prices on two popular linens the IL020 and the IL019 by 15%. That’s right, you can get yards and yards of different color linen fabric for as little as…
This summer weight handkerchief linen is guaranteed to keep your body cool and dry even in the most humid hot climates. Woven out of fine thread, 3.5 ounces per yard linen is a perfect choice for summer days and nights. It is thin, soft and silky, but durable enough to hold up to daily washes….
Whether you are just starting out in the world of Middle Ages era re-enactment or you have been doing re-enactments for years, the one thing that should stick out in your mind is authenticity. There is nothing worse than showing up at a re-enactment in inappropriate clothes. It can ruin the entire mood of the…
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