Another Level

Just when I thought I could not be anymore nerdy I actually managed to reach yet another level of nerdom. Which is it though? Have I surpassed geek and made it to ultimate nerd? Probably. Although in my defense, I have never, nor will I ever attend a Star Trek convention. I am sure you're wondering what this new level is. Well, I shall enlighten you.

Last night I attended my first ever Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) meeting. You know, the people who are all dressed up as knights and ladies? Yeah, I went there. And it was fantastic! I knew it was going to be a perfect fit when I overheard one of the members talking about fighting on the battlefield to "defend His Majesty" who was fighting next to him at Pennsic last year. Freakin' awesome! Definitely my kind of people.

At first I was really nervous about showing up. I have been thinking about joining the SCA for a few years now but really have too chicken to try it out on my own. Thankfully, everyone there was was very welcoming and warm. They were actually excited to see me there even though they had never met me. I sat in on their business meeting which was a lesson to all of us in other organizations on how to be quick and efficient while still accomplishing things, played with their two big dogs, discussed a better way to make Tudor sleeves and how to make a Tudor corset, and generally had fun! I can't wait to go back.

One of the women there has a masters in costume design and offered to help me create my garb. This will be a bonus. Bottom line: I had fun! I think I shall be returning.







The King and Queen of the Midrealm. (My sovereigns.)











P.S. I hope I'm not being overly obsessive. In other words, I hope this isn't a fad for me.

Harrison the Ford

Oh happy day! Finally I will be getting a car, my own mode of transportation, freedom. And it's not just any car; it's Harrison the Ford! Which honestly makes the whole thing that much sweeter. Thank you Kate for making my week. :)

Oh Happy Day!

Thank you Cat! I am getting a singer sewing machine!!!
No more borrowing and begging, I will have my own and can work on my projects whenever I please. :)

Diary of an Overly Ambitious Costumer

Finally, I have settled on what to be for Halloween. I've been through my customary month long period of indecision and have decided to go as Ann Boleyn. Woo hoo! Should be a fabulously complex, yet relatively easy project. . . I think.
I've always wanted to do a Tudor gown and I can use it more than once. Michigan renaissance Festival, watch out here I come!

While doing research for the gown and French hood I happened upon several amazing dress diaries, how to's if you will. I've always wanted to do one of my own so perhaps now is a perfect opportunity to start. I'm pretty sure I'll have to write myself reminder sticky notes though, since I'm likely to forget to take pictures and post. But I think I'm up to the challenge.

Maleficent and the Queen of Hearts shall have to wait until another year.