Beginners

An article of how-tos for the beginning seamstress. How to make your first garb.

Five simple things you can do to improve your Ren Faire outfit.

Are you new to medieval re-enactment? Are you frustrated, tired, and don't have time to do all this research just to go to your first event? Never fear. I'm here to help you!

A beginners guide to hand-stitching.

To hand-sew well one must start with the perfect knot.

A how-to article showing beginners how to handsew using period accurate stitches.

The basic back stitch, used for seams that require strength is the second most popular stitch in handsewing. Learn how here!

A how-to article describing how to make knife pleats.

11 Habits of Highly successful researchers

This article is in preparation for an SCA class on how to be more authentic in your dress, accoutrements, and persona. It's an article for beginners and for people who have been around for a long time but who would like to be more authentic. Here are some suggestions on how to start. Use them in good health. And smile. It's fun!