The local SCA group for the Omaha and Council Bluffs areas.
The author reflects on a moment captured in a craft store, where they participate in “Junk Journaling” with their stepdaughter. Wearing a sweatshirt from a past Calontir coronation, they find joy in blending their historical interests with modern crafting. This experience highlights the fluidity of identity over decades.
Mistress Astrid’s Laureling showcased the power of community, artistry, and generosity. Numerous contributors, from Baroness Kathleen’s embroidery to Mistress Aidan’s exquisite scroll, brought together a memorable celebration. Each individual’s effort, including food and shelter logistics, highlighted the collaborative spirit that defines the SCA, making the occasion unforgettable for all involved.
Last Sunday, August 9th, was supposed to be one of those really good local happening SCA days. The Barony of the Lonely Tower was holding a Gathering Revel, complete with an Arts and Sciences display. And just my kind of event. I’d been looking forward to it for weeks. That morning, I did the usual…
Even with several storms, forgoten meds, and unintended dog food, I found joy at the 2025 Lilies War. It was full of surprises, laughter, and perfect moments in all the chaos. Read about the classes, vigils, and a few “oops” moments that made it unforgettable! Packing Adventures (a.k.a. “Why is my hip mad at me?”)…
For last Saturday’s Crown Tournament, I finally finished the heraldic design with the blue background and three white crescents. It’s a simple design—elegant and clean—but true to form, I tried to make it complicated first. Azumi Nariko’s device isn’t up on the Calontir website yet. So, I tracked it down on the SCA heralds’ OSCAR…
Hello, dear friends and fellow artisans! As Winter settles in around us, I find myself reflecting about all the kindness, generosity, and creativity that fill our lives. This is true whether in 15th-century Bruges or today in the SCA. In Bruges, we’d say that winter’s darkness is brightened by the kindness of friends. The talents…
Heraldry has always been more than just a pretty design—it’s the mirror of the soul, showcasing both the virtues of the past and the hopes for the future. -Bartolus de Saxoferrato in the 14th century. If you’re a reenactor, are you fascinated by historically accurate heraldic devices? Or maybe you just enjoy the art of…
It’s time for another WIP Wednesday! I’ve been working on a preprint that’s brought me so much joy this week. One I planned to turn in at last Saturday’s Mag Mor’s Cattle Raids event. But I wasn’t able to attend it due to a foot injury. I am happy to report that because of that…
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….
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…
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…
Greetings, fellow SCAdians, and other time travelers! I’ve captured some delightful happenings from the Kingdom of Calontir‘s fall coronation of David de la Cloude and Rhianwen ferch Bran ap Gruffydd. Because my trusty phone is groaning under the weight of five years’ worth of regal purple snapshots, I decided to shake things up this time….
Hey heraldry friends! You won’t believe what I’ve been diving into lately: painting heraldic devices to update the Lonely Tower’s Roll of Arms display. Yep, I’ve been the guardian of this vibrant showcase for over a decade. And guess what? Some of you have approached me at events, wondering about my crafting process. Well, I’ve…
Hey there, everyone! 🌟 Guess what I was up to last week? I had the absolute pleasure of joining the Barony of the Lonely Tower (BLT) in their annual recruitment demo at the University of Nebraska-Omaha. Even though I was only there for a few hours, it was such a blast mingling with college kids…
Hey all! Let me tell you about the amazing time I had this year at Lilies War 35. It was an eight-day extravaganza filled with sensational sights, engrossing experiences, and informative classes. Of course, there were a few meetings thrown into the mix to add variety. In fact, there were so many activities and picture-perfect…
Hey there, lovely readers of Itinerant Scribe! It feels incredible to be back and reconnect with all of you after what seems like an eternity. As we slowly emerge from the pandemic shadows, I can’t help but feel this is the perfect time to embark on a brand new chapter together. So, in this first…
The rumors were out there and finally confirmed. Truly, the Barony of the Lonely Tower won’t be having its 12th Night event next January. It took a lot for Lonely Tower to cancel its traditional annual event. But it can’t be helped. It’s very sad.
Potluck delight Each winter the Lonely Tower holds a cold weather indoor revel to find the Baronial Arts and Science’s Champion. To shake our revels up a bit the HL Cristina la Ambeler – organizer and current A&S Champion – gave it an Alice In Wonderland theme too. She asked you to reflect the theme through your period attire or…
I didn’t plan to forgo 12th Night. I had handmade gifts for my Lonely Tower friends – lotion bars, lip balm, and chocolate dipped candy canes for their winter coffees. I had the Arts and Sciences competition things prepared and ready to go. Looking forward to my favorite winter holiday. Sadly a serious out of…
This happened Friday evening. My friends and I dressed in “garb” and met at Medieval Putt in Elkhorn to bobble our way through 18 holes. I’m not great at this. In fact, I’m ghastly. Then throw in riding a mini zip line all I could do was have fun. And I did. So much I missed…