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    Maps, maps, and maps!

    in Arts of Pyracy

    Posted

    29 minutes ago, Picaroon Lagoon said:

    It was suggested/requested that some of ye may be likin’ a link. Captain Redbeard’s Instagram account can be found here: https://instagram.com/redbeardsrelics?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==   Once yer onboard his page check the videos or reels. The maps one should be near the top as it’s only a few weeks old (as of the time of this writing). BONUS: If’n ye happen to click the wrong vid by mistake, well…. most of his posts are filled with educational, informative, and entertaining content which (more often than not) focuses on the GAOP and features rare glimpses at actual historical artifacts; including coins, chests,  weapons, maps, and much, much more! He is an antiquities dealer and thus his videos aren’t filled with props (not that there’s anything wrong with that, but c’mon…. We can just geek out way more over actual historical artifacts, can’t we?), but actual historical artifacts!!! 

    Ah, be still my heart!

    The Traveling Yard - A fabric print exchange: Interest and Ideas

    in Arts of Pyracy

    Posted

    3 hours ago, Duchess said:

    I think we could look at doing a handkerchief size of light weight material for a first go round. That way it could be a wearable item or decorative at the end depending on what folks decide to do with their piece. I've got some cotton blanks 24" square that I could donate to the project as along as we don't get more than 5-6 participants. We can source more if we want to.

    From there I think we could suggest a maximum size for each individual block. It might be useful to choose a standard size for folks who are buying premade blocks. Smaller images could always be repeated as needed to fill space. As an example, if we use the handerchief blanks and had six participants, each participant could be suggested a maximum size of 4"x4"

    Another option that might work well would be for everyone to carve their block and send it to one person for printing. That way an esthetic arrangement could made and patterns repeated nicely if needed. This also reduces the amount of overhead, since not everyone would need ink, brayer, etc.

    Yes, yes, and yes - I think all the above sounds like an excellent course of action!

    Sumpthin’ in tha way of an introduction

    in Scuttlebutt

    Posted

    3 hours ago, Stynky Tudor said:
    15 hours ago, Picaroon Lagoon said:

    ...after some perusal of the different themed threads, I be see’n none what deals with treasure...

    Well of course that all depends on what kind of treasure you be after. If it's within historical context - shipwrecks and the like, your best bet is likely over at "Captain Twill". If you're looking for items and merchandise crafted by your fellow shipmates, I would think "Thieves Market" is the place to go. Plus our "Search" function should be able to help direct you.


    The search bar is your friend! A good many links can be found, the below from a quick search for Shipwreck (which offers 340 results). Shipwright and Captain Twill will return those with historical emphasis.

     

     

     


    Enjoy!

    Making a full kit in four months

    in Crafting Kit

    Posted

    Linen can be pricey, but is very hard wearing. If you tend to be warm bodied, you may appreciate the cooling effect. The crisp texture is hard to imitate.

    I find rayon to be too delicate for my taste.

    Perhaps prioritize your visible fabrics to be 100% wool, linen, silk, and revisit undergarments when budget allows. Garage sale and thrift shop bed linens can be a bargain for bulk material, and can be great for linings, undergarments, mock-ups, etc. Keep an eye out for vintage tablecloths - some great options for linen and linen look at very friendly prices.

    Making a full kit in four months

    in Crafting Kit

    Posted

    3 hours ago, TudorSmith said:

    I have already started cutting a canvas to get sizing right for the stays but was hard to get it closed. Great idea about the ribbon, i will try that. 

    Keep in mind that it is not necessary for the stays to close entirely. Having an open space allows some movement of the sides, which some feel is more comfortable, and allows flexibility with our normal weight gain and loss. You may also find additional information here, which may be of help (especially the Custom Corset Pattern Generator, if you would like to draft your own);

    https://blog.americanduchess.com/2018/01/patterns-and-books-for-18th-century.html

    The black shoes look like they can easily be converted to a lovely pair of latchets or ribbons/buckles (depending on your preference and requirements), and can easily be dressed up or down with a simple change of ribbon. Just remove the strap and rivet, and reduce the height of the collar.

    Looking forward to seeing what you come up with!

    Making a full kit in four months

    in Crafting Kit

    Posted

    That is an impressive goal, to be sure! Be sure to scan your local thrift stores for linen and wool, even cotton for shifts and linings, as well as dimensionally stable tight-wove fabrics for mock-ups. Take your time with the RH patterns, ask a LOT of questions, and you will be just fine. Use scrap to make tiny mock-ups if you are sure about a construction method (such as pockets, etc.). Use your existing frock coat to guide you in altering patterns to create the short jacket and waistcoat.

    Stays just require some patience - look at the lines of your comfortable undergarments, and use them to guide you in creating the armseye. Understand the the top cut of the tabs will ride above your hipbones, allowing the tabs to flare out. The armseye to top of hipbone dimension is what frequently can cause discomfort, so take your time with it. Making a mock-up of the stays of heavy canvas or stable tight woven material will allow you to test the fit first. Polyester ribbon (which won’t break, I assure you) can be used to spiral lace for rough fit, no sewing or cutting - just a heavy lacing needle to bring the ribbon through the fabric (an awl might help to part the weave). Assembling each panel (with all layers stitched together) as an individual will allow you to make adjustments to the fit without recreating the entire stays.

    Shoes I would place as first priority, as they take so long to get in. I would forgo boots, if you are looking for a historical maritime impression (they look great, but they are ridiculously warm, not to mention expensive). A hat would also be highly recommended, as well.

    Keep us posted, and remember that we are here to help if you have any questions.

    Reviving the old tents

    in Crafting Kit

    Posted

    22 hours ago, madPete said:

    where's that stool/bench you were advertising you would make?  Also, Mission was threatening to out engineer my stools, c'mon healthy competition is good!

    Busy with my other reenactment projects +++, but Mark and I just brought home a truckload of lumber that was going to be thrown out… so, when an opportunity presents itself, I will see what I can do. You know, with all the free time I have… 😉

    Tavern stools - portable for events

    in Shipwright

    Posted

    1 hour ago, madPete said:

    The saw marks came with the stock I bought. The first stool was a different piece of wood I had laying around. so i did something different with that. Like I said the bottom is kind of boogered up on that one

    Once upon a time I read about a tailors bench that had been flipped upside down to provide a surface for buttonhole chisel work… perhaps I need to bring my buttonhole chisels? 😊

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