1000 year old Needlework

This is the sort of project that I both appreciate and admire. Rare fragments of Anglo Saxon Embroidery are currently being restored to their former glory by dedicated specialists. These fragments were probably from a bishop's vestments as are most of the rich embroideries we see on clothing from this sort of period.
The style is very similar to that of the Bayeux Tapestry, both in the methods used and the design of the figures. The description of the...

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In September 2003 I came across a re-enactment club in my area and became involved in their activities. With little sewing experience, I decided to make my own costumes and strive to achieve a high level of authenticity in keeping with their "living history" aims. I began hand sewing and documenting my work towards the end of 2004.

Soon after I happened upon the Australian Costumers’ Guild and the local cosplay scene, which drastically broadened my approach to costuming causing me to look into many new concepts and techniques. I am an organiser of Adelaide's AVCon and try to regularly attend Brisbane Supanova and Manifest in Melbourne.

Dejiko Bells and Hat

Everyone’s favourite part of my Dejiko is my bells, which really jingle! It’s my favourite part too. I thought they deserved their own article to show you how they were made.
Yes! The bells really do jingle!
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 5 hours