Author Archives: Cynthia Griffith

About Cynthia Griffith

I have way too many interests and hobbies, and continually cycle through them -- paying attention to some, while others wait for when I can get around to them again. My main interests are sewing and costuming (I enjoy historical clothing, such as 18th and 19th century, as well as fantasy costumes like elves and hopefully someday even dwarves), as well as getting back to art by drawing fan art of Thorin Oakenshield and Company. My husband Christopher and I spend a lot of time together, enjoying the outdoors and shared hobbies such as juggling. This blog and website is my way to share what I'm up to with friends and family.

What I’ve Been Up To

Posted on September 4, 2012 by Cynthia Griffith

Sorry I’ve been quiet on the blog lately. I found myself needing some breaks from sewing so I could take care of non-costume related things, and when I was finally sewing, I realized time spent updating my website would take … Continue reading →

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Finally! My DFWCG Retreat Post

Posted on August 7, 2012 by Cynthia Griffith

Sorry it’s taken me so long to get around to posting about the mini-convention costuming retreat we attended at the end of July. I was already exhausted going into the weekend, so I guess I only had enough energy and … Continue reading →

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DFWCG Costumers’ Lost Weekend Photos

Posted on July 30, 2012 by Cynthia Griffith

This past weekend was the Dallas-Ft Worth Costumers Guild’s (DFWCG) first mini-convention: Costumers’ Lost Weekend. I have to admit, I am still feeling tired and have a lot to catch up on before I do more detailed blog entries, but … Continue reading →

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Chemise a la Reine Video

Posted on July 25, 2012 by Cynthia Griffith

Sorry for bombarding everyone with so many CalR updates. I have one more for you though! I’m going to try something new if I can get around to it quickly enough — it may take some time before I have … Continue reading →

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Info page for chemise a la reine online

Posted on July 22, 2012 by Cynthia Griffith

I just put the chemise a la reine information online (along with LOTS of photos). I still need to get the petticoat and wig information online, but at least I got this huge update finished. I hope I didn’t forget … Continue reading →

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The Chemise a la Reine Photos

Posted on July 20, 2012 by Cynthia Griffith

I finally have photos for you. The chemise a la reine (CalR) is finished! While these photos weren’t taken at a costuming event, we decided to go back to the garden I filmed the knotting shuttle videos for some nice … Continue reading →

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New Bustle Skirt

Posted on July 13, 2012 by Cynthia Griffith

I actually finished this gray bustle skirt a little while ago, but never put it online. I didn’t even get a chance to try it on! I finished it, and hung it up out of the way so I could … Continue reading →

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A Few More Things Finished

Posted on July 5, 2012 by Cynthia Griffith

I’ve been busy. I not only managed to finish a few things, but finally found the time to update the costume page with them! New Shift First, I just finished my narrow-sleeved shift. This will be worn with the chemise … Continue reading →

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I’m still sewing!

Posted on June 22, 2012 by Cynthia Griffith

I may have cut back on a lot of projects and events, but I’m still working on things. I’m almost finished with my second shift, and I just finished the sash for my chemise a la reine (CALR), although I … Continue reading →

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Making Some Cuts

Posted on June 16, 2012 by Cynthia Griffith

No, I don’t mean cutting fabric. I’m making some cuts to my To Do List and other areas of my life. Even though the year is only halfway through, I’ve been pretty active with events and sewing. I haven’t updated … Continue reading →

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