1520s German Woman’s Bügeltasche (frame purse)
This style of framed leather purse was worn by German women of most classes in the first half of the…
Category Dress Accessories
Like headwear, dress accessories can lift an outfit from costume to clothing. The right belt, purse, shoes can make all the difference… Headwear is listed under it’s own Category (I make a lot of hats).
1530s German Noble Woman’s Purse
A black velvet purse for an early 16th century German noble woman, in the style of Cranach paintings. This style…
Medieval Market Wallet
This practical sack was in use across Europe throughout the middle ages and renaissance. Slung over a shoulder or staff,…
13th century Spanish Woman’s Purse
An ornate brocade drawstring purse, for a noble Spanish lady of the 13th or 14th centuries. I made this as…
13th century Man’s Purse
A man’s drawstring purse, the most common style in the 13th century. I made this purse as part of a…
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.…
14th century Woman’s Purse
A typical 14th century woman’s purse, made in red leather with silk drawstrings. This project was part of a skills…
1410s Belled Belt
I made this belt for my friend Anne, to go with her early 15th century houppelande – a triumph of…
Elizabethan Embroidered Gloves
A set of embroidered cuffs for a pair of gloves, made in Elizabethan style. These were made as a royal…
Elizabethan Glove Favour
A single glove with embroidered cuff, made in the style of the late Elizabethan gloves. I made this for my…
14th century Mamlûk Sash
This sash or girdle is based on a number of extant examples from the Mamlûk period in Egypt (1250-1517). These…
15th century Man’s Purse
A simple interpretation of a man’s ring purse from the 1470s. I made this purse for Jan, my apprentice at…