reenactment – House Snark

Moving to France: Step 3 – Jumping in to the Deep End

As previously mentioned, we fell in love with Josselin. With my decision style, once I find a place that ticks every box, plus feels really great, I tend to make a decision and jump in. So, we did. Renting or Buying? Common wisdom re: a move like this is to rent a 90 day shortContinueContinue reading “Moving to France: Step 3 – Jumping in to the Deep End”

12th Night Houppelandes

Houppelandes for Kit and I for 12th night. Lightweight wool lined with linen, trimmed with faux fur (as real fur set off allergies).

Rose Houppelande

My first houppelande! Lightweight heathered wool flannel, lined with heavy linen. Goals: dagged sleeves, stand-up collar, train, relatively conservative fabric volume through the torso.