On becoming a Peer
Another perspective on being a Peer in the Society for Creative Anachronism.
More From the “What Was I Thinking?” Files
A Heartfelt Wish from One SCA Member to Another
Hey there, fellow SCA enthusiasts! As we bid farewell to 2023 and gear up to welcome another year, I wanted to take a moment to share a thought or two with you all. You know, I’ve never been one for long recaps or making grand New Year’s resolutions. To me, it’s all about taking each…
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. But, let’s say you’re…
Perplexing Pictures In Manuscripts 7
Two grotesques from the Vaux Psalter, Lambeth Palace Library MS 233 f.15r. Glad you are back for another perplexing manuscript picture. It’s hard to believe these two grotesques are from the lovely Vaux Psalter. Just look at the left grotesque’s fearful dirty look. Dramatically amazing. But what is it? And why? Michael Camille in his book Image On…
Celebrating New Year in 15th Century Bruges
As we usher in a new year, I thought it’d be fun to take a step back to 15th-century Bruges. We can see how Jehanne Bening might have celebrated. Spoiler alert: no champagne or midnight countdowns! But there was plenty of food, faith, and fellowship to go around in her bustling city. Let’s look at…
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! Let me…
Perplexing Pictures In Manuscripts 2
14th century (1349-1351) Austria – Lilienfeld Cod. 151: Concordantiae caritatis fol. 244v There is no reason you’d want to include a prejudicial illumination like this in SCA art. But why? What do you see? This 14th-century illumination shows a man wearing a Jews hat having sex, then being mortally stabbed for it. But there’s more that’s perplexing. What’s up with his pointy…