Hey there, fellow adventurers! Let me fill you in on what went down recently while I was juggling medical appointments and budgeting blues. So, while I was caught up with life stuff, something pretty cool was happening at my Barony of the Lonely Tower. Picture this: a day filled with camping wisdom and medieval vibes.… Continue reading Furry Friends and Medieval Fun: My Day at Lonely Tower’s RUSH Event
Unlocking Creativity: Techniques for Personalizing SCA Award Scrolls.
Hey there, fellow artisans and creatives in the SCA community! So, imagine you've been tasked with crafting an award scroll for someone in our midst. Now, if you know the person like the back of your hand, well, congratulations! You're already halfway there. The Medieval vibe practically falls into place effortlessly. Award for D. Issabell… Continue reading Unlocking Creativity: Techniques for Personalizing SCA Award Scrolls.
Rollercoaster of Life: Why I’ve Been MIA
Hey there, lovely people! I bet you're all wondering why I've been MIA lately. Well, let me tell you, life decided to throw a few curveballs my way, all at once! Picture this: one day, I wake up to find out that my checking account has been hacked, leaving me in a bit of a… Continue reading Rollercoaster of Life: Why I’ve Been MIA
Weave Your Way to Wonder: Unlocking the Secrets of “Earth Basketry”
Hey basket enthusiasts and fellow SCAdians! So, picture this: you're knee-deep in your basket weaving, just getting the hang of it with some handy kits you've picked up. And then, amidst all the weaving wonder, you stumble upon a book that's a forest of basketry knowledge. That's exactly what happened to me, and I want… Continue reading Weave Your Way to Wonder: Unlocking the Secrets of “Earth Basketry”
Tracing Through Time: Exploring Techniques in Art and Calligraphy
Hey there fellow art enthusiasts! Let me share a little journey with you, a story that's close to my heart and involves my very first brush with a competition. Picture this: years ago, I eagerly entered my first competition with an illumination piece. I poured my heart into it, meticulously using tracing paper to transfer… Continue reading Tracing Through Time: Exploring Techniques in Art and Calligraphy
Ink and Illumination: A Tale of SCA Scroll Partnerships
Hey there, fellow SCA scoll enthusiasts! Let me take you back to when my journey as a scribe hit a little bump in the road. (Actually, it began with a bump.) Picture this: my illumination skills were growing while my calligraphy skills... not so much. But fear not, because I had a stroke of luck… Continue reading Ink and Illumination: A Tale of SCA Scroll Partnerships
Navigating Neurological Hurdles with Creativity”
Hey there! Quick update for you: I'm still happily involved in SCA scribal activities, but I've also picked up a new hobby—I'm learning to weave baskets! See, my scribal skills have hit a bit of a roadblock due to neuropathy, so I'm exploring other creative outlets. Even though our scribal gatherings at the Barony of… Continue reading Navigating Neurological Hurdles with Creativity”
Courts, Kudos, and Culinary Delights: Inside Our Unforgettable Revel Experience
Hey there, SCAdians and fellow adventurers of the Barony of the Lonely Tower! Let me tear you away to just ten days ago when my beloved SCA group threw one heck of a Revel! And of course, our gracious Baron and Baroness, Charles, and Kathleen, lead the charge. When I showed up, I saw eight… Continue reading Courts, Kudos, and Culinary Delights: Inside Our Unforgettable Revel Experience
Lost in the Weave: Adventures in Finding Basketry Resources
Hey, fellow SCAdians and avid crafters! Since I started learning about basket weaving last November I found out that as a craft it is very different than my calligraphy and illumination passion. I have to search more to find what I want or need, at least around Omaha, NE. There are no sections in large… Continue reading Lost in the Weave: Adventures in Finding Basketry Resources
From Creative Block to Basket Bliss: My Reed Weaving Journey
Hey there, fellow SCAdians and basket enthusiasts! Let me tell you about my journey overcoming a pesky creative block that had me hesitating to dive into the world of reed weaving. Spoiler alert: I conquered it, and I'm here to share the adventure with you! So, picture this: me, staring at a bundle of reed,… Continue reading From Creative Block to Basket Bliss: My Reed Weaving Journey
BASKETRY OF THE VIKING AGE
A recent thread on a Regia newsgroup concerned questions about baskets—specifically types—of the Viking age. In it, there were plenty of extrapolations, suggestions and suppositions. Almost no hard evidence, that is, extant baskets of the time. On one hand, we know they had baskets. There are fragments of basketry, and “The history of weaving containers… Continue reading BASKETRY OF THE VIKING AGE
Fashioning the Past: A Visual Tapestry of Calontir’s 2024 Clothiers Event
Welcome to my latest blog post, where I take you to the amazing Calontir's Clothiers event of 2024! A place where the threads of history weave together to create stunning styles and garments from different eras. Whether you're a seasoned seamster or someone just curious about historical fashion, this event had something for everyone. The… Continue reading Fashioning the Past: A Visual Tapestry of Calontir’s 2024 Clothiers Event
The Power of Words: Unveiling A Blog’s Incredible Growth Story!
Hey there, my wonderful readers! Can you believe it? "An Itinerant Scribe" has been weaving stories and sharing thoughts since 2019, and wow, what a journey it's been! But hold onto your coifs, hats, and helms, because 2023 has absolutely knocked it out of the park compared to any year before. Last year, we thought… Continue reading The Power of Words: Unveiling A Blog’s Incredible Growth Story!
New Friends, Hawaiian Treats, and SCA Adventures
Hey everyone! Guess what? I just returned from the most amazing weekend at Calontir's Clothiers event! It was everything I hoped for and more, with a cherry on top: making two incredible new friends. So here's the scoop: I was super excited to meet HL Nest Funnyn. Nest hails from the sunny climes of Southern… Continue reading New Friends, Hawaiian Treats, and SCA Adventures
Basketry Bliss: Unboxing My V.I. Reed & Cane Kits
Hey there, fellow SCAdians and craft lovers! Guess what? I'm absolutely buzzing with excitement! Remember those 6 Traditional Crafts basketry kits I mentioned recently? Well, I decided to take my basket-making adventure a step further and ordered some kits from V.I. Reed & Cane. And you won't believe it – they arrived yesterday! Pippa and… Continue reading Basketry Bliss: Unboxing My V.I. Reed & Cane Kits
Crafts, Comrades, and Clothiers: My Anticipated Weekend in Calontir
Hey there, lovely readers! Guess what? I'm bubbling over with excitement for the upcoming Calontir Clothiers event on January 27th! And here's a little secret: my excitement isn't because of my sewing skills (let's be real, they're pretty basic), but because I'll finally get to meet THL Nest Ffynnon in person! She's not just any… Continue reading Crafts, Comrades, and Clothiers: My Anticipated Weekend in Calontir
Book Review: “Women of the Anarchy” by Sharon Bennett Connolly
Civil wars, clashes between cousins, are known to be full of battles between men on foot and horseback, with their eyes set on the throne of their desired country. Many stories of civil wars tend to leave out the women who often were left on the sidelines, ready to pick up the pieces. The story… Continue reading Book Review: “Women of the Anarchy” by Sharon Bennett Connolly
Well Dang
Hey everyone! Guess what? I totally need to start checking my emails more regularly. I just found out that the basketry class at Lauritzen Gardens today was super popular and, yep, you guessed it, I was one of the last to sign up. So, no class for me - big bummer! 😞 To be completely… Continue reading Well Dang
Crafting Chronicles: My Story of Basketry with a Beginner’s Kit
Hey there, SCAdidans and other crafty friends! Guess what? I finally did it! I've completed all six baskets from the Traditional Crafts beginners kit I mentioned in my "Basket Case: My Crafting Adventure with Traditional Crafts Kits" post from December 30th. And it was quite the journey! My finished baskets including the one my dog… Continue reading Crafting Chronicles: My Story of Basketry with a Beginner’s Kit
Creating a Basket: Fast Forward, Start to Finish
Hey all! I found this cool fast-forward 4-minute video on YouTube that shows the basket-making process from the tree to the finished project. If it's too fast for you there's a link on YouTube to the full normal-speed version. I hope you enjoy this video as much as I did. https://youtu.be/eFayNRoFb9E?si=dl0k0ZDp_xpfKHac
An Itinerant Scribe 