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On to my next project....

As my two big, and most recent, projects draw to a close I have been looking for my next mountain. My heart has settled on competing in the Realm of Venus' 4th Annual Costume Challenge. As of tonight there are 37 competitors ready to pour thier blood, sweat, tears, and time into their entries. Over the next 4 month I will be constructing an outfit with at least 4 pieces:

  • A hand sewn linen camicia
  • A quilted skirt to add some stiffness to my silhouette without hoops
  • A gold silk gown in the Florentine style with sleeves
  • A silk chiffon partlet with goldwork
If time allows I am dreaming big with lots of items I would love to make for this competition:
  • Black velvet "doublet style" overgown
  • Another muff
  • Jewelry
  • Parasol
  • Saccotta (pocket)
  • Flag Fan
  • Linen Socks
  • Shoes
I will be posting an update once at least once a month as the competition goes on with my progress. For more information on the competition check out the competition's main page and track us as we send out progress reports to Bella!

4th Annual Italian Costume Challange


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