I've recently discovered the existence of a organizational accessory called an etui. While they apparently can be made of anything to house anything, there seems to be a tradition of making them specifically for needlework and quite often of needlework.

"An “etui” is a small ornamented case that is used to hold needlework tools (needles, scissors ( Read more... )

I managed to find a US distributor who had copies of the long awaited recent posthumous publication of Janet Arnold's: Patterns of Fashion 4: The Cut and Construction of Linen Shirts, Smocks, Neckwear, Headwear and Accessories for Men and Women C. 1540-1660.... and so I bought one (along with 30 yds of 3/4 inch white linen tape primarily for wrist ( Read more... )

I saw a new portrait today.

As someone who has very recently gotten into goldwork I'm not sure whether I want to dance around in circles like a five year old hepped up on pixiesticks, or go cry quietly to myself in a darkened room.

Here is a detail shot which I think adequately explains the above statement.

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Trail of a Peacock by Naboo Girl Just.... stunning.It's not common that someone manages to hit not one but TWO of my favorite aesthetic inspirations in one outfit ( Read more... )