Faire Finery | Renaissance Clothing http://fairefinery.com The finest Renaissance Period Clothing and Accessories Tue, 17 Jan 2012 13:17:32 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Hot off the sewing machine, my latest Renaissance Bodice & Skirt Ensemble! http://fairefinery.com/hot-off-the-sewing-machine-my-latest-renaissance-bodice-skirt-ensemble/ http://fairefinery.com/hot-off-the-sewing-machine-my-latest-renaissance-bodice-skirt-ensemble/#comments Sat, 12 Mar 2011 19:30:36 +0000 nickismith http://fairefinery.com/?p=2214 I just love the fabrics in this new bodice and the cornflower blue skirt is FABULOUS for spring and summer events.  Makes me think of our Texas bluebonnets which should be blooming in just a few more weeks!

Renaissance Wench Blue Bodice Skirt Dress Gown

]]> http://fairefinery.com/hot-off-the-sewing-machine-my-latest-renaissance-bodice-skirt-ensemble/feed/ 0 New Elizabethan Court Gown, perfect for Weddings! http://fairefinery.com/new-elizabethan-court-gown-perfect-for-weddings/ http://fairefinery.com/new-elizabethan-court-gown-perfect-for-weddings/#comments Fri, 21 Jan 2011 13:32:00 +0000 nickismith http://fairefinery.com/?p=2188 I’m really pleased with how this gown turned out.  The tabbed peplum and shoulder treatments add so much style to this stunning Elizabethan confection.

Elizabethan Renaissance Court Gown

Mint Blue Elizabethan Court Gown

 

]]> http://fairefinery.com/new-elizabethan-court-gown-perfect-for-weddings/feed/ 0 New Damask Renaissance Court Gown! http://fairefinery.com/httpfairefinery-comgownsemerald-court-gown/ http://fairefinery.com/httpfairefinery-comgownsemerald-court-gown/#comments Mon, 10 Jan 2011 20:57:05 +0000 nickismith http://fairefinery.com/?p=2155 It’s here!  It’s here!  My latest court gown is finally here!  And it’s a beauty.  Shown in stunning emerald green damask but also available in champagne (pale gold) and crimson.  Huzzah!

Emerald Damask Court Gown

Renaissance Elizabethan Court Nobility Gown Dress

 

]]> http://fairefinery.com/httpfairefinery-comgownsemerald-court-gown/feed/ 0 Get that Renaissance Wench Costume ordered SOON! http://fairefinery.com/get-that-renaissance-wench-costume-ordered-soon/ http://fairefinery.com/get-that-renaissance-wench-costume-ordered-soon/#comments Mon, 27 Sep 2010 19:18:30 +0000 nickismith http://fairefinery.com/?p=2075 Time is running out to get your custom sized garb for Halloween and Fall events.  My ‘to do’ list is almost at maximum capacity, so don’t wait another minute to order! ;-)

]]> http://fairefinery.com/get-that-renaissance-wench-costume-ordered-soon/feed/ 0 The perfect outfit for Autumn events…Renaissance festivals, Halloween…you name it! You’ll be the best dressed wench there! http://fairefinery.com/the-perfect-outfit-for-autumn-events-renaissance-festivals-halloween-you-name-it-youll-be-the-best-dressed-wench-there/ http://fairefinery.com/the-perfect-outfit-for-autumn-events-renaissance-festivals-halloween-you-name-it-youll-be-the-best-dressed-wench-there/#comments Fri, 02 Jul 2010 21:03:15 +0000 nickismith http://fairefinery.com/?p=2018 Here it is folks, and it’s just lovely.  Don’t wait until fall to order this stunning new ensemble.  I get insanely busy starting in September and often times get booked up through Halloween.  All the savvy wenches know to order their garb now and beat the crowd!

Vines & Leaves Bodice and Skirt Ensemble

]]> http://fairefinery.com/the-perfect-outfit-for-autumn-events-renaissance-festivals-halloween-you-name-it-youll-be-the-best-dressed-wench-there/feed/ 0 My latest Court Gown…perfect for Renaissance Weddings or Nobility at Faire! http://fairefinery.com/my-latest-court-gown-perfect-for-renaissance-weddings-or-nobility-at-faire/ http://fairefinery.com/my-latest-court-gown-perfect-for-renaissance-weddings-or-nobility-at-faire/#comments Mon, 28 Jun 2010 14:28:01 +0000 nickismith http://fairefinery.com/?p=1993 I forgot how much work these higher end gowns are but I’m pleased with the result.  I really like the striking contrast between the blue and the white and I just love the neckline.  It’s the perfect frame for scintillating decolletage. ;)

New Court Gown

]]> http://fairefinery.com/my-latest-court-gown-perfect-for-renaissance-weddings-or-nobility-at-faire/feed/ 0 My latest Bodice and Skirt Ensemble…Just GORGEOUS! http://fairefinery.com/my-latest-bodice-and-skirt-ensemble-just-gorgeous/ http://fairefinery.com/my-latest-bodice-and-skirt-ensemble-just-gorgeous/#comments Thu, 24 Jun 2010 20:06:24 +0000 nickismith http://fairefinery.com/?p=1968 Here we go…

My latest!

The fabrics in this bodice are absolutely breathtaking!  Some of the prettiest fabrics I’ve ever worked with.  I’m so very pleased with how this turned out!

]]> http://fairefinery.com/my-latest-bodice-and-skirt-ensemble-just-gorgeous/feed/ 0 Time to start working on some new Renaissance gowns – court & middle class… http://fairefinery.com/time-to-start-working-on-some-new-renaissance-gowns-court-middle-class/ http://fairefinery.com/time-to-start-working-on-some-new-renaissance-gowns-court-middle-class/#comments Wed, 23 Jun 2010 17:22:51 +0000 nickismith http://fairefinery.com/?p=1933 I’ve been fairly focused on my bodice and skirt ensembles lately.  I recently had major back surgery and just couldn’t muster the energy required to work on the higher end gowns until now.  I’m finally ready!  I have one more bodice & skirt ensemble to finish up (I will be blogging about it tomorrow) but have some fantastic ideas for some more elaborate designs.  Seeing as how it’s a million degrees in Texas right now, it seems like the perfect time to stay inside in my air conditioned sewing room. :)

]]> http://fairefinery.com/time-to-start-working-on-some-new-renaissance-gowns-court-middle-class/feed/ 0 Welcome to My Blog http://fairefinery.com/welcome-to-my-blog/ http://fairefinery.com/welcome-to-my-blog/#comments Sun, 20 Jun 2010 20:47:00 +0000 http://fairefinery.com/welcome-to-my-blog/ My very first blog post….so exciting!!!

I’ve recently completely revamped my website.  I hope you all like it.  It’s actually a Word Press blog disguised as a website.  This allows me to make changes and additions fairly easily which gives me more time to focus on creating fabulous new Renaissance ensembles.  I also sell on Etsy and eBay but my ultimate goal is to close my store on eBay by Christmas.  My category (Renaissance and Medieval clothing) as been completely taken over by a seller flooding the market with Chinese imports.  They actually copied one of my court gown designs in detail, except they used cheap trim and fabric, so I know they have no business ethics.  Unfortunately, they’re running off most of the reputable, quality garb sellers because we can’t compete on sheer price.  Very sad, but when one door closes another one opens.  Hence my freshly revamped, sparkly website.

This blog is open to any topic regarding Renaissance or Medieval garb, faires, related history, etc.  Please feel free to jump in any time.

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