My 10th century red tunic/gown/thingy and linen cap can be seen behind this link. Super comfortable and absolutely effortless to wear. Not pictured is my dark blue wool shawl. Here is the inspiration article, which discusses the outermost garment seen on Norse depictions of women and presents some interpretations for constructing something that behaves accordingly. My shawl is a square piece of fabric with one corner folded inward. This folded edge goes around the neck and the shawl is pinned closed at the center chest. It provides nice coverage in the back, while allowing me to use my arms and hands much more freely than I can while wearing a draped half-circle cloak.
Earlier this week I finished a new undergown (with underarm gussets). Finally, underwear that's entirely hand-sewn and NOT made from cotton muslin! I have white fabric in both 100% linen and a cotton/linen blend in my stash, so I can't say with complete certainty which this is at the moment, but hey ... can't afford to be too picky, can we? No idea how much time I spent on active construction, but it's been about six months since I cut out the pieces ... Let's not talk about my ADD ...
Today I cut out an apron dress with triangular side gores from a grey-green linen or cotton/linen blend fabric. Fingers crossed that I have it finished in time for the event I plan to attend in a couple of weeks. If it all comes together, I'll definitely make a point to snap a photo of my summer Viking ensemble!
