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Netserf-
a clearinghouse of internet links and resources covering almost every
topic: Archheology, Famous People, Cultures and Laws, it is your best
starting place for doing indepth research on the internet about the
Middle Ages.
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* Warning! Many of these files are large in size and may take
a long time to load for those with slower internet connections.
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Currently being updated, visit the Manuscripts & Illuminations section for many
illustrations of daily life and people.
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Sites that provide Instruction, Patterns and How-to's for basic medieval garb
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Independent Pattern Companies - these are smaller companies that offer more historically accurate
patterns that are often much simpler to sew than most commercial patterns. Quality of instructions and service
vary though. Below are a handful of the many smaller companies out there:
Long Ago Patterns
-Medieval and Rennisance Patterns from various independent pattern companies.
Free Bassic Patterns for Ladie's Medieval Clothing
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Commercial Pattern Companies- while the advantages of being able to find these patterns at almost
any local fabric store and even on sale are great, often these patterns are more difficult than necessary
and not very accurate. If you are more comfortable using a pattern company you know, than you can find acceptable
medieval patterns under the "Costumes" section of each catalog, usually toward the back.
Simplicity Patterns
McCalls Patterns
Butterick Patterns
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Buying or Renting Costumes Websites
and Address of Rental Companies within the Tri-State Area. Also
includes sites that sell afforadble costumes.
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Most costume rental
companies have a small selection of medieval or renissance clothing
that you can rent for the day. Just look under “Costumes”
in you local yellow pages. I have included a small selection I found
below also.
When contacting these companies be sure to specify the date
you would need the costumesand have your families measurements already taken:
Length from waist to floor
around the upper chest
around the neck
length of the arms
Be sure to ask for a final price over the phone so you
not surprised at the register. Rental places often have extra fees they must
charge- such as for alterations and re-stocking. Often, the more you rent,
the greater chance you can bargin for a discount.
Frank Bee Costumes Infant- adult, located in
the Bronx, also sells on-line. 718-823-9792
Creative Costume Co. NYC, Adult clothing only, rental and sales. 212-564-5552
M Gordon Novelty NYC, costumes and masks. 212-212-696-9664
Costume Depot NJ, rental and sales. 973-492-6090
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Further information about the daily life during the Medieval Ages
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Life in a Medieval Village By Gwyneth Morgan
An older book- but one of the best basic overviews of daily life during the
Medieval Ages. Follows the life of a Farmer and his family for a year. Plenty of illustrations,
this is a book the entire family would enjoy.
Reading Ages: 9-12
What was it really like to live in the Middle Ages?
-an excellent, easy to use website that offers a brief overview of all the aspects of life: politics, clothing, homes, arts, etc.
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Further information about the History, Lifestyle and Equipment used by Medieval Knights.
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The World of the Medieval Knight By Brett Breckson
An indepth look at the life of a medieval knight, Exquisitely detailed
illustrations. Older children who are desiring further information about knights will love this book.
Reading Ages: 10-12
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Manuscripts & Illuminations
History, Scanned Images and Organizations dedicate to the education and preservation of this lost art.
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Book of Hours- one of the most famous
book printed suring the Medieval Ages. This site provides a good history about the book and the illuminations.
Leaves of GoldIlluminations from the
Philedelphia Collection, excellent collection, easy to navigate site.
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Websites and Books specializing in children's activities to help educate and understand the Middle Ages.
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Knight's & Castles: 50 hands-on Activities to experience the Middle Ages
(A Kaledescope Kid's Book) By Avert Hart and Paul Mitchell
If you get only one book, it should be this one. Brings History, critical thinking
awareness of lifestyls to young kid's through games, songs, activities, etc. Easy to read,
short chunks of information with great illustrations.
Age: 7-12; varies by project
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Everything about Construction, History and Daily Life within a Fortress called Home.
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A Medieval Castle (an Inside Story Book) By Fiona MacDonald and Mike Bergin
Good Overview of the Middle Ages in relation to the architecture of that time period.
Good Illustrations however not always historically accurate.
Reading Ages: 9-12
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