Rebloging ‘Beadwork and Reenactment’: Insights from Phoenix Safe Place
I hope you enjoy this beautiful bejeweled post by Helga Phoenix
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Joan of Arc OTC
August 8, 2023 Strathmore Bristol paper 19×25”, Holbein Gouache, Windsor Newton Gold Gouache and Calligraphy Ink Illumination by myselfCalligraphy and Words by Eamon Grey I had taken a few months off from scribal so that I could move, I know, again… Once I had settled in to my new place I let the Signet (the…
43 Powerful New Year Affirmations
As we welcome the new year, it’s time to set our intentions and manifest our dreams. These 43 powerful New Year affirmations will help you cultivate a positive mindset, attract abundance, and achieve your goals. Whether you’re looking to improve your relationships, boost your career, or enhance your overall well-being, these affirmations will empower you…
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…
Reblog: Cordials: Featuring Cinnamon Water
In the 15th century the term “cordiall” meant something that was soothing to the heart or spirit. The term was frequently used for medicines, but there were even devotional books named The Soul’s Cordiall. I think most of us could use a bit of soothing right now, so this is the perfect time to talk…
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…
Exploring Chinese Culture in SCA: A New Perspective
The author reflects on developing a Chinese persona for the Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA), highlighting past limitations in culture acceptance. With the SCA’s broadened mission, emphasis has shifted from fitting cultures within European frameworks to exploring valuable lessons from diverse global histories, enriching the understanding of the medieval world.