Zero to Renaissance Clothing Portfolio


Ancient Times to 1660
This is just a sampling of what we have created in the past.  

For custom made clothing similar to that shown here or in a different style
 please see our custom orders page then contact us for a price estimate.

Barbarian Loincloth!

Barbarian loincloth made from a coyote hide and burgundy leather cut in a flame design and laced at one side with black grommets.  Check out Stu's website for his handmade swords!  Out of courtesy to this customer, we will not make this unique item again.
Blue Silk Green Chiton

100% silk Greek chiton fastened at the shoulders with Etruscan coin style buttons. Generally this style costs $65 in cotton, $75 in linen and $95 in silk.
Kim Modelling Viking Tunic

Brown wool viking style tunic edged at neckline and wrist in blue wool.  Also shown here with leather hood and leather pouch made by Kim.

Mab in her robes,

Mab modelling her hunter green wool robe worn over a black linen under-robe.

Photo taken by Kate W.
Gambeson in action!

Thorvaldr modelling his trimmed linen gambeson made by us and smiting an unknown assailant!
Mab photographed by Kate W!

Mab modelling her robes. 
Photo taken by Kate W.
Viking Ensemble
Viking Ensemble
Viking ensemble consisting of rectangular wool melton cloak, Birka style wool tunic and linen undertunic, and Thorsbjerg style wool trousers.  All are based on archaelogical finds and are made from historically appropriate materials.   Photo thanks to Dan and Cynthia.

Maxfileld Parrish Inspired Sapphire Blue Gown with Gold Lining and Quilted Corsage
Maxfield Parrish inspired 12th century style gown in deep blue cotton velveteen edged with metallic gold braid and lined with shot blue and metallic gold fabric.  Over top is worn a back laced old gold colored quilted corsage and tapestry belt.

Photo by Nina Rizzo.  Copyright 2007.
Journe Gown Ensemble Front View Journe Gown Ensemble Back View
This navy blue cotton velvet ensemble was based on the Journe Gown, and is shown here with our chemise underneath.  This ensemble was trimmed at the neckline and sleeve hem, and the oversleeves tied in place through rings.

 The gown itself laces at both sides from underarm to hip.
Journe Gown Lacing - Side View
Seth modelling his Etched Blade Jerkin and Frodo Style Cloak

Here's Seth modelling his new gold embroidered burgundy cotton Etched Blade(tm) jerkin and true half circle Frodo style hunter twill cloak made by us, and complemented with his own shirt, pants and accessories.
Rodger modelling his Suede Leather Jerkin and Half Circle Cloak

My friend Rodger wearing his suede leather jerkin and half circle cloak made by us and complemented with his own shirt, pants and accessories.
Early Style Doublet
My Lord Blackwater, My Lady Aubrey Wilkins
Photo by Nadia Ozanne


15th Century Doublet without Belt

Scarlet and gold late medieval cross between a doublet and a tunic that ties at the front and laces at the forearm.  Shown here with a linen undershirt.
Red and Gold Brocade Doublet

Burgundy and gold Renaissance doublet.  Doublets may also be made with attached or detachable sleeves (not shown).
Renaissance Brocade Doublet and Cloak

Black and gold brocade doublet with vintage glass buttons, Legend shirt and black satin lined black velvet cloak.
Duke Aleric Inspired Paned Silk Velvet Doublet
Modeled by Kevin.

Black silk velvet doublet with attached paned sleeves featuring emerald silk dupioni and shiny faceted black buttons. 

Trivia fact: there are 50 individual pieces in this doublet.
Black Wool Doublet with Silver Paned Detachable Sleeves

This black wool melton doublet was made with detachable paned sleeves.  The upper sleeve was shot silver satin, and the panes were our Black and White Roses ribbon trim.
Elizabethan Bodice, Silver Chemise and Black Velveteen Skirt

Elizabethan style bodice, silver cotton chemise with cuffs that match bodice, and velveteen drawstring skirt.  Topped off with a black velveteen Renaissance style hat with ostrich plumes!
Wolfmaan enjoying his new doublet!


Wolfmaan enjoying his new hunter brocade doublet with detachable sleeves!
Faerie Bodice

A wee faerie bodice!