Birka has happened! I have been busy with many projects that needed to be completed for this weekend. The first was a gown for a friend.
A non-fitted cotehardie for my friend shown below.
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Lady Ro Honig in her cotehardie |
There is also a viking tunic matching this gown that I made for her Lord. Unfortunately, I didn't get a picture of it.
I also embroidered a strip of black linen in Cryllic with the saying "By endurance we conquer".
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"By Endurance We Conquer" |
The embroidery was in split stitch and when in small areas, satin stitch. I kept the stitches tight as this piece was being added to an already existing fighting tunic. I wanted as minimal snagging as possible should a weapon connect with the band.
Below you can see how it was attached on the side. I am very happy with how it turned out, as is the friend who wears it.
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Baron Ivan wearing the embroidered motto |
I have one or two more projects for friends that I am finishing up and then starting some items for myself. I want to clear my plate of the things that are "mostly done".
Updates to happen!! :D