HISTORICALLY ACCURATE - 8th TO 14th CENTURY
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New Digital Download Patterns!!!

 

Historical patterns that you can print instantly at home!

We are slowly uploading our digitised patterns for you to print at home! Now you can either order a custom costume kit all cut out or use our patterns to cut fabric you already have! Please note these patterns may need a small amount of customisation on your part as they are based on “Generic” body shapes and we all know NO ONE is a “Generic” Shape!!!

 

Historical Workshops

Modern Workshops

Icelandic Mittens Workshop

During this workshop you will learn how to hand sew woollen mittens based on an 8th-9th Century find in Iceland. You will be able to choose your fabric and thread colour and will be provided with a historical sewing kit that includes 100% wool and linen threads, your fabric and all sewing supplies.

Historical Hussif Workshop

During this workshop you will learn how to hand sew a Historical Hussif/Needle Minder. You will be able to choose your fabric and thread colour and will be provided with a historical sewing kit that includes 100% wool and linen threads, your fabric and all sewing supplies.

Medieval Purse Workshop

During this workshop you will learn how to hand sew medieval purses based on several finds from the 10th – 15th centuries. You will be able to choose your fabric and thread colour and will be provided with a historical sewing kit that includes 100% wool, silk and linen threads, your fabric and all sewing supplies.

Medieval Hat Workshop

During this workshop you will learn how to hand sew medieval hats based on several finds from the 10th – 15th centuries. You will be able to choose your fabric and thread colour and will be provided with a historical sewing kit that includes 100% wool, silk and linen threads, your fabric and all sewing supplies.

Re-enactment Group Workshops

Email us below to discuss customised workshops for your Re-Enactment Groups, These can be hosted at our workshop on the Central Coast in NSW or at a space near where you are based. We will tailor the workshops to what your group is wanting to learn and build our patterns and supply kits around the century and location that your group is based on.

One on One Workshops

Email us below to discuss customised workshops for you or a small group, These can be hosted at our workshop on the Central Coast in NSW or at a space near where you are based. We will tailor the workshops to what you are wanting to learn and build our patterns and supply kits around the century and location that you are wanting to work on.

Slow Stitching Hussif Workshop

During this workshop you will learn how to hand sew a Modern Hussif/Needle Minder. You will be able to choose your fabric and thread colour and will be provided with everything you need including your fabric and all sewing supplies.

Slow Stitching Project Bag Workshop

During this workshop you will learn how to hand sewa drawstring bag for your projects with slow stitching style applique or patchwork. You will be able to choose your fabric and threads and will be provided with everything you need for this workshop.

Visible Mending Workshop

During this workshop you will learn how to hand sew medieval purses based on several finds from the 10th – 15th centuries. You will be able to choose your fabric and thread colour and will be provided with a historical sewing kit that includes 100% wool, silk and linen threads, your fabric and all sewing supplies..

FABRICS sourced from

around the world

ALL FABRICS ARE BURN TESTED AND ASSESSED AGAINST THE POTENTIAL AVAILABILITY ACROSS VARIOUS CENTURIES

Most fabrics are limited in quantities with new fabrics being discovered weekly.

HANDWOVEN FABRICS FROM AROUND THE WORLD

Beautiful Handwoven fabrics from all around the world.

100% WOOL SOURCED LOCALLY & AROUND THE WORLD

100% wool weave fabrics that have been checked for authenticity in content of fabric, weave and colours.

100% LINEN SOURCED LOCALLY & AROUND THE WORLD

100% linen fabrics that have been checked for authenticity in content of fabric, weave and colours

100% SILK SOURCED LOCALLY & AROUND THE WORLD

100% silk fabrics that have been checked for authenticity in content of fabric, weave and colours

THREADS

The Linen Yarn shows the raw beauty of Belgian flax, spun in Bengal. It offers a wonderful buttery hand and the exceptional weight and presence that only linen can give.

Linen is one of the more challenging fibres to dye naturally, especially to dye well. So DAHAD has sourced a superior 100% naturally dyed thread

Beautiful rich jewel-like tones that are both deep and even. Lighter colours that are consistent, level, and delicate without being weak. Colours that are as satisfying to work with as the act of creating.

LINEN THREAD

WOOL THREAD

SILK THREAD

ACCESSORIES

100% Natural Dyes

It is said by many natural dyers that all things dyed naturally go together. Nothing clashes and there are no richer colours than those those found on fibres coloured with natural dyes. 

DAHAD has sourced 100% natural and historically accurate dyes from all over the world, they are packaged to remain potent and each has its own story. 

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Costume kits

Custom made to order Costume Kits that include all pattern pieces, Linen threads, historical trims as well as all the research to back up each costume in a convenient little book. These costume kits are made in your choice of period, class, fabrics, colours and trims from our wide range as well as some special fabrics that are only available in these kits. Enquire to begin building your custom costume kit.

Sew your own

kits

DESIGN

Supplies

instructions

Hoods, Mittens, Hats, Purses and other accessories that don’t require custom measurements. Our Sew Your Own Kits include the fabric of your choice, pre cut pattern pieces, instructions and everything you will need to sew your items together. These items have a choice of Small, Medium and Large Sizes with size recommendations in the item description.

Upcoming events

Ironfest Medieval Festival 

20-21st April 2024

2020-Gothic

Blacktown Medieval Faire 

May 2024

https://www.facebook.com/BlacktownCityMedievalFayre/

Winterfest 

6-7th July 2024

Winterfest Website

 

Contact

Phone

0415 418 961

Address

Unit 6/4 Dell Road

West Gosford 2250 NSW Australia

METERS OF LINEN THREAD SOLD

  • AMOUNT OF MY OWN COSTUMES FINISHED 45% 45%
  • PAPERCUTS TO PATTERNS FINISHED RATIO 80% 80%
  • HOW READY I AM FOR COVID TO BE OVER 100% 100%
  • BRAIN CAPACITY LEFT AFTER WORKING ON THIS WEBSITE 3% 3%

CUPS OF COFFEE REQUIRED PER COSTUME

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