12th century Phrygian Cap
A man’s simple Phrygian cap in raw silk. This simple Phrygian cap was made as a gift for my friend Aymer, to go with his new Norman clothes. A group of us worked together to help him pattern and construct…
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13th century Belt with Pewter Mounts
I wanted to make a belt for a friend, as part of a new set of 13th century English clothing. I have made many belts before, but this one was also a chance to try my hand at a new…
1410 English Caul Headdress
An early 15thc headdress in blue silk, gold braid and mounts. I offered to make headwear for my friend Miriam, to match her new court garb – an early 15th century English sideless surcoat. Research and Design The headwear needed…
1520s Pattern-darned Halshemd
I had wanted an embroidered high-necked Hemd (smock/chemise) for years, but with a chest already full of Hemden, it never quite made it to the top of the list… The simple materials make this one is suitable for the middle-class…
1390s French Crespinettes II
A late 14thc headdress in black silk, silver braid and mounts.
6th century Byzantine Document
An Award of Arms (AoA) designed in 6th century Byzantine style.
15th century Spectacles Case
A surprise gift for a friend - a leather case for his 15th century spectacles.
My friend Maelgwyn had ordered a set of prescription spectacles in 15th century style, with a wooden frame.
9th century Romanesque Document
An award document, designed in Romanesque style, for use by myself and others. I wanted to create a document style which would also suit the Roman era – a culture which did not really create illuminated manuscripta. It needed to…
1570s Pleated Hat – Remodel
I was very pleased with this 16-pleat Elizabethan hat when I first made it in, but 10 years of wear and travel had taken their toll. I originally made this hat (and many others) using buckram, wire and wool mull…
14th century Mongolian Document
Design for an Award of Arms, in Mongolian style