How to Make a Pirate Costume

So ye want to dress like a pirate, do ye? You’ve come to the right place. Sit down a spell, and we’ll get started. And don’t spill the rum! Wench Costumes Blimey! Here’s a costume idea for ye swashbuckler’s wenches. Start with a lace sleeved top, a long black skirt, and good pirate sash in […]

Your First Renaissance Fair?

If you’ve never been to a renaissance fair, then you’re in for a wonderful experience. You’ll notice right away that history comes alive and the experience is one that hits all the senses: the sights, sounds and smells, the feel of exquisitely crafted objects, and the overall love of history on display. You may also […]

Medieval Games of the Renaissance

Aargh! So y’ think ye’r up for ar GAME, aye? Pick yer poison, ye land-lubber! Speak Pirate Looking for a proper pirate translator?? Of course ye are!! Here is the best one we have found. With this pirate speech translator, ye’ll be speaking ships ahoy in no time. Try to be ready for International Talk […]

How to Dress Renaissance When Pregnant (and Wanting to Look Your Best)

My husband and I attend the local renaissance festival every year, often going two or three times a season. We have four young children and it would seem I’ve been very pregnant for the past several ren fairs. Sometimes we take the kids; sometimes it’s just the two of us. We are avid costumers (and […]