The Medieval Seamstress began years ago as an idea I had to make costumes for friends and others, or even sell things I had made.  With the help from my uncle who set up the web domain, the website finally got launched in August 2006.  My background is in history, but I have always loved costumes, and combined the two passions when I started making historic costumes for Medieval/Renaissance Re-enactment.  I have over 11 years sewing experience and have a passion for creating costumes and unique items. 

My costume background began when I was younger and watched my mom.  She did a lot of sewing for us when were younger.  I soon learned how to make small items in Home-economics class.  I seriously began making costumes in college when I converted some old dresses I had into Renaissance styled costumes.  I then began volunteering with the East Carolina University theatre costume shop where I learned many sewing/costuming techniques as well as gained an enormous amount of experience working with a large costume shop.  I was a volunteer for a year and half before I was offered a summer internship as a Costume Intern for the Summer Theatre. 

I have a Bachelor's degree in History from East Carolina University, with a concentration in European history and a minor in Public History.  From going to a few Renaissance Faires when I was in high school, I got hooked on the historic costumes, specifically Medieval and Renaissance.  I am still considering graduate school, but I haven't decided yet if I should go for Museum Studies, which was my original plan, or go back for a second degree in Costume Design/Construction or even Interior Design.

Currently I work retail and sew projects as a side job, but I would love to be able to do it full time.  If you have any questions, comments or want a unique Costume/garb made, let me know.  I can work with you on a design and create a one-of-a-kind look for any Faire, Festival, LARP, SCA, Convention, Wedding, Party, etc....

If there is anything you would want created that you don't see here, please contact me.  I've worked with multiple clients to create one of a kind designs.  Or email me with any other questions or concerns. 

Thank you for stopping by!