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[lindyhop]

Originally Posted by Kevy Baby

Getting new garb prepped for war.

I don't get it.

[Kevy Baby]

Originally Posted by lindyhop

I don't get it.

War = Potrero War. It is a weekend long event put on in association with the SCA (Society for Creative Anachronism).

From the SCA web site:

The SCA is an international organization dedicated to researching and re-creating the arts and skills of pre-17th-century Europe. Our "Known World" consists of 19 kingdoms, with over 30,000 members residing in countries around the world. Members, dressed in clothing of the Middle Ages and Renaissance, attend events which may feature tournaments, arts exhibits, classes, workshops, dancing, feasts, and more. Our "royalty" hold courts at which they recognize and honor members for their contributions to the group.

Garb = the clothes ("costumes") we wear.

A war is a weekend long event where we remain in period clothes, eat (semi) period food, etc. Some people are a little more hard-core about the accuracy issue; we call them "seam checkers" (they think that if you have machine-sewn hems, you are not "authentic"). We use the 10' rule: if it looks authentic from 10 feet, it is okay.

A war is just that: a war. Guys (and some girls) put on full battle armor and re-create battles based on set scenarios (bridge capture, capture the flag, fortress protection, etc.). It is basically an excuse to get your aggressions out by beating the heck out of someone without getting into trouble. I don't participate in the battles as I prefer to just be lazy and sit around.

I have some pictures from the last two that we attended here and here.

[Capt Jack]

sounds freakin cool. might have to drop by and check it out if the general public is invited

[Kevy Baby]

Originally Posted by Capt Jack

sounds freakin cool. might have to drop by and check it out if the general public is invited

It is open to the public - you can come on a day pass. However, unlike the Ren Faire, you should come in garb (though I am not sure if it is mandatory).

I think Ponine is bringing her son one day - although we need to confirm. Also, FWIW, cell phone coverage is spotty to non-existent down there.

[3894]

Can we see your garb, Kevy? Where'd you get the pattern?

[Kevy Baby]

Originally Posted by 3894

Can we see your garb, Kevy? Where'd you get the pattern?

Not garb for me: Susan and Kathye were making skirts and stuff (I don't know exactly what though). I don't sew - all of my garb is purchased.

I am not sure where they got the patterns, though I recall seeing a McCall's (or something like it) pattern sitting around. To be honest, I really don't pay attention to these kind of things.

I just checked the two pages above, and other than one picture of me where you can only see my face, all the pic are of others. There are a couple of Susan from 2006 though:



Also, the 2006 pictures include more of our encampment

[lindyhop]

Sounds cool, Kevy. Thanks for the explanation.

[Ponine]

Originally Posted by Kevy Baby

It is open to the public - you can come on a day pass. However, unlike the Ren Faire, you should come in garb (though I am not sure if it is mandatory).

I think Ponine is bringing her son one day - although we need to confirm. Also, FWIW, cell phone coverage is spotty to non-existent down there.

This is fact, she is trying to drag her child out one of the days.
I do want you to know Kev you will NOT be required to entertain us. In theroy there should be folks around from my days with B Talanque, or that I know from the old Rittenwald (sp?).

we would have this plan even if you were not going to be there.
however youself and your lovely wife were a bonus.

[Capt Jack]

hmm...not sure I have anything that would or could be considered period. I'll see what I can do none the less.

[Matterhorn Fan]

I have a dining room chair piled high with unfinished sewing/mending projects.

I should do something about that, shouldn't I?