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
Tag: Learning
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
My Basket Weaving Adventure: From Intimidation to Excitement
Hey there, fellow craft adventurers! I've got something exciting to share. I've signed up for a basket weaving class, and I can't wait to tell you all about it. On January 20th, I'll be diving headfirst into the world of basketry at Omaha's Lauritzen Gardens for a class called "Basket Weaving: Bolt." I'm still a… Continue reading My Basket Weaving Adventure: From Intimidation to Excitement
Your Creative Odyssey: Monthly Challenges to Elevate Your Crafting Skills!
Hey there, craft enthusiasts! Let's dive a bit deeper into a fantastic crafting idea I stumbled upon at this basket-weaving blog, Offerings of Wonder by Lorelea. I know, I know. It's a craft box subscription service. But guess what? It's still a golden nugget idea for any creative soul out there. And perfect for any craft… Continue reading Your Creative Odyssey: Monthly Challenges to Elevate Your Crafting Skills!
Basket Case: My Crafting Adventure with Traditional Crafts Kits
Hey there, fellow craft enthusiasts! I've been on a basket-making venture lately, having tackled 5 out of the 6 beginner basket kits I snagged from Traditional Craft Kits. Their big kit collection: gives you experience with baskets using coiling, coiled wrap stitch, coiling with pine needles, simple plaiting, twineing, and wicker. And I'm super excited… Continue reading Basket Case: My Crafting Adventure with Traditional Crafts Kits
Creating Beauty in Details: An Introduction to Diapered Illumination for Scribal Art
Hello, scribal artisans! Last Sunday, I had the pleasure of diving into the world of decorative medieval manuscript art techniques at our local SCA scribal gathering. This workshop was on one of the most appealing techniques medieval scribes used – diapered illumination. What is Diapered Illumination? For those new to this term, diapered illumination is… Continue reading Creating Beauty in Details: An Introduction to Diapered Illumination for Scribal Art
Guest Post: Another Scribal Perspective –Still Making Art and Having Fun
~by Aidan Cocrinn, O.L., mka Holly Cochran Greetings, Scribal Friends! Mistress Jehanne has honored me by asking if I would add a few words to her wonderful blog. I am happy to do so. Let me start by introducing myself. Since starting in the SCA in 1985 in a small shire, I have been an… Continue reading Guest Post: Another Scribal Perspective –Still Making Art and Having Fun
Ink & Inspiration: Scribes Open Up About Their Creative Journey
Hey there, lovely readers! I'm super excited to kick off a new topic today. I want to reach out to all of you amazing scribes and ask you to share your personal experiences. We want to hear all about how you got started on this wonderful journey, what motivated you, and any other captivating details… Continue reading Ink & Inspiration: Scribes Open Up About Their Creative Journey
Pigment Power: Transforming Powders into Paint
Hey there, fellow scribes and artists of the Society for Creative Anachronism! Time to dust off those pigments and get back into the art of making paint! I know it's been a while since we last delved into this colorful world, but fear not! I've got some exciting updates for you. So let's get started.… Continue reading Pigment Power: Transforming Powders into Paint
5 SCA Beginner Scribal YouTube Videos
Welcome to my blog post dedicated to aspiring calligraphy and illumination enthusiasts! Whether you've been enchanted by medieval manuscripts or are simply looking to level up your handwriting and painting skills, learning the scribal art is an excellent choice. In this article, we have gathered a collection of YouTube videos tailored specifically for beginners in… Continue reading 5 SCA Beginner Scribal YouTube Videos
Why You Should Love Your New SCA Persona
In the SCA - if you're lucky - you take a favorite persona the first time you try. If it doesn't fit your expectations, there's no reason you can't take a different one. There are a few things to know before you change.
How To Be Happy With A Broken Ankle – Not
As you may know, I broke my ankle Christmas eve. It was a beautiful sunny day. I was walking my dog before running my last holiday errands. Then I fell on some black ice. So much for the errands. I've been on crutches for five weeks now. But I got some good news at the… Continue reading How To Be Happy With A Broken Ankle – Not
Oh Snap: 7 Lessons Learned From A Broken Ankle
There should be a written manual for ankle breaks and crutches but there isn't. So everything you do daily becomes an experiment. Here I give you an inkling on what that's like.
Inktober Regrets
Oops. I couldn't keep up with my Inktober project challenge. Here's what I did accomplish.
Inktober Is Coming
Inktober is an artist challenge dreamed up by illustrator Jakes Parker. Its original purpose was to improve his personal inking skills. But the challenge has been taken on by others. It's an excellent scribal experiment and personal challenge. A way you can play with new scripts, different papers, unique inks.
Cherry-picked Scribal Books
What are the most helpful scribal books? The ones that strengthen most your scribal skills and knowledge. I have favorites to share.
When Do You Stop Fixing Things?
Scribal skill improvement comes with experience over time. There are ways to gain experience without a deadline.
My New Thing
I got a new camera. I'm over-the-moon excited. I'll be able to take awesome, crisp friends and family pictures, fur-baby portraits and dreamy hued travel shots. You'll see better blog photos too. A&S projects, events, garb, scenery, and action fighting pics. The possibilities are endless. My new baby is aPanasonic Lumix DC-FZ80 Right now I… Continue reading My New Thing
The ‘Craft’ Of Writing SCA Documentation
Entries Showing Documentation The Barony of the Lonely Tower will be having their Arts and Sciences Championship competition this coming February. In this competition, the current champion sets the challenge for those interested in earning the honor. This year, Honorable Lady Cristina la Ambeler challenged each entrant to submit two entries for judging -something you excel at,… Continue reading The ‘Craft’ Of Writing SCA Documentation
Internet Round Up 5
Again my internet surfing snared websites too good to keep from you. These turn up as I sleuth out information for blog posts. I've been saving them to post in one place. These popped up relating to life-long e-learning. And learning about Medieval history, its people and its things are what we do in the SCA.… Continue reading Internet Round Up 5
An Itinerant Scribe 