Abbey After Dark prep

Working on my Abbey Museum of Art and Archaeology "Abbey After Dark" presentation today which focuses on the workmanship of medieval dress accessories, adding the finishing touches and gathering the artifacts and samples for the White Glove touchy touchy table.

Yes, that reproduction Ezio Zanini comb is coming too!

I know a lot of people will be keenly interested in that, even though it's a reproduction. Obviously, the artifacts themselves will be enjoyed, but I think one of the biggest surprises will again be the quality of hand spun, woven and dyed cloth which is seriously better than most people expect.

Medieval roses v strawberries

Photo Credit Pat Stele via British Wildflowers Facebook Group

I've never really noticed how much the old style of strawberry really DOES look like a medieval picture of a rose! It has the little petal shape, colour and centre with the pointy between leaves bit just right and everything!