I was a participant at the original Renaissance Pleasure Faires in California, for 20 years. The big difference is that there was what was called "Living History," an effort to convey the actual history of the Renaissance, so those faires had a program of historical shows, including the Queen's Progress through the faire, holding court, and a main show on the main stage. This all seems fairly random. But the main feature of all these faires has always been the food vendors and arts and craft shows, including those who sell the costumes and accouterments. These are really cosplay and fantasy faires.
So step 1 is be conventionally attractive and white. Step 2 is have several hundred dollars to blow in a day. Step 3 already have a sword and a few other accessories. Step 4 is find a ren fest with a ton of pretty great cheap options. Got it. When I start with that stuff, I bet I can do this too. I however start at a bit of a disadvantage with my body type and amount of money and the fact of only having a few vendors at the KC Ren Fest to choose from. Darn.
Awesome ideas! I love French decor and came here for more ideas…I already have the majority of items you mentioned, so I guess I’m doing better then I thought. Love how you’ve presented this.
The shots you got of the dancing and the musicians are absolutely wonderful!!!! This brings me so much joy I don’t think you understand!!! Thank you for capturing the experience at our faire!!
It seems like Salem uses a lot of good internet marketing to draw people in. It wasn’t what I expected either. There are much cooler places on the NE coast. Thanks for leaving an actual honest review.
I am surprised the shoulder spaulder doesn't have a strap to go around your upper arm to help keep it in place. Easy to add one. Perhaps get them to add one next visit? I got into leather work from Ren Faire 2 years back. Finally starting to make some cool stuff.
Great video!! But just as an FYI the author of the Crawdads book is wanted for questioning in Zambia for a murder from the 1990's that she has yet to show up for....
Important to note A larger longer table cloth looks more French/English/classic. If the hang of the table cloth is too short it will look decidedly American. Layering the too short table cloth over another table cloth that is larger also helps with keeping French/English/classic look.
Crimson Rose Masquerade and Disguises A Costume Superstore in Denver have a HUGE selection. Disguises might have the old "military" outfits you're looking for. They have a big selection in the back part of their store that surprised the heck out of us.
I loved this! I, like millions ‘of others bought into “Farmhouse”. Unlike others, I pulled it down once I realized I had word signs attached everywhere, it had gone beyond kitchy. The ideas you have borough in today are basic to farmhouse but in an elevated, classic way.
I view renaissance fairs as an escape. I enjoy your enthusiasm. I show up to observe and enjoy people like you who embrace the period. Keep doing what you do.
Now it's warm and inviting, and seems cozy. You could put two small lights that shine up in the corners if you want more light. Maybe you could hang the tasseled curtain across the doorway to the bedroom or bath.
FINALLY someone mentions wallpaper! I don't understand why all these "influencers" keep making walls either white or a solid color but think it gets a pass because they have books everywhere and vintage items on the shelves. True vintage decor had lots of colors, textures, and patterns and it's so obvious when someone is just doing an aesthetic verses the real thing. They'll do a boring paint job on one "accent" wall (or more if your lucky), then they just slap a dark academia/maximalist label on it. Painting your room with one color doesn't make it maximalist! It stresses me out. It's like no one knows how to design rooms anymore. Use rugs! Use trims! Use tile! Use drapes, designs, and textures! Use proper lighting! Use anything but white, please! Be intentional
This outfit ended up so cute but if you really wanted to be a LOTR elf it wouldof been cheaper because they mostly wear robes and a head piece, not full chemise-bodice-armor, you could have just gotten a medieval style dress with flowing sleeves and embroidery. Maybe that can be another video! But i love this outfit, you’re so pretty
I’ve been working on creating an Art Deco home as well I have “Capital Green” and it looks amazing and similar to yours. I have been working on my kitchen thank your for the inspiration. You did a kick @ss job and I love it.
You did an amazing job with this presentation of the C.R.F. One thing I'd like to add, if it hasn't already been said (a lot of comments I didn't read), but please please please! stay hydrated!!! I don't know how many people I see EVERY year being treated for dehydration, especially those from out of state. People passing out in the bathrooms and some so severe they are ambulanced out. Remember you are at an elevation and some times dry heat that still requires water water water. By all means, please crush a cup of wine, ale, mead, whatever, but PLEASE remember the water. The park is EXCEPTIONAL when it comes to safety and the well being of its constituents.
We did the same thing with Green paint in our living room. As soon as we finished with an Olive Green, we hated it and immediately ran out to get a darker shade. Repainted in S-W Sherwood Forest Green and I’ve never been happier with a paint color.
Oh my gosh! Farmhouse but more elegant! I could never articulate why Farmhouse never appealed to me, but your example of the industrial light fixture and swapping it for a chandelier is perfect!
