[SCA-BMDL] March 5th Castle Schola Class Descriptions

[Mary Placeway]

Greetings from Genevieve!

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Below is a full list of classes being offered at the Castle Schola
next weekend, March 5th, in the Barony Marche of the Debatable Lands.
The list is organized by class starting time, and includes information
about materials, fees, classrooms, and class length.

CLASS DESCRIPTIONS FOR THE CASTLE SCHOLA

11am Classes:
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"Beginning Stick Weaving"
Instructor: Leah
Learn to do a portable form of weft-faced weaving that can be used to
make belts and other useful articles.  (Youth class)
11am-12pm, Children's Room (1st floor #2), 1 hour

"Intro to Knitting: Monmouth Caps"
Instructor: Mistress Irene von Schmetterling
The project for this beginning knitting class is a simplified version
of a Monmouth cap. Monmouth caps were knit by the Monmouth Cappers
Guild from the 1400's until the 1700's. The original caps were fulled
(felted). Students may choose either to knit a style of cap that will
be fulled or one that is knit-only. Students must bring their own
knitting needles, yarn and supplies: 1 skein of worsted weight wool or
alpaca yarn (Brown Sheep Co. Lamb's Pride Worst Yarn is recommended) -
"superwash" yarn will not work for the fulled cap. Set of 5
double-pointed "DPN" wooden needles: US size 11 (8mm) for the fulled
cap or US size 10-1/2 (6.5mm) for the knit-only cap. Large-eyed yarn
needle.  Optional supplies: row counter or paper and pencil, knitting
needle point protectors. [For knitting supply sources or if you have
any questions, please email Mistress Irene: rapierlady at earthlink
dot com.] (Youth Friendly, ages 8 and older.)
Limit: 10 students
11am-1pm, Library (1st floor #3), 2 hours

"Lace in the 16th Century: History, Technique, and Practical Application"
Instructor: Lady Katherine Sinclaire
This class presents a combination of lecture and hands-on technique to
explore the origins and applications of bobbin lace in the 16th
century. Students will create a small piece of bobbin lace for use as
a bookmark or personal token. A limited number of complete pillow kits
(lace pillow, 12 bobbins, threads, pins) will be available for
purchase on a first-come, first-served basis. Students may also bring
their own equipment. Spectators are welcome. Handouts will be made
available to all attendees.
Fee: $20 for kits (6 kits, first-come, first-served basis)
Limit: 6 student kits (additional students with own equipment and
observers welcome)
11am-1pm, Guest Bedroom (1st floor #4), 2 hours

"Introduction to Glass Bead Making"
Instructor: Lady Irene von Lassen
This class will quickly touch on the safety issues of glass beadmaking
then become a hands-on class to make glass beads. (Youth Friendly,
ages 12 and older, children must by accompanied by parents.)
Fee: $1 for each bead made
11am-1pm, Pell Room (basement, #5), 2 hours

"Uses of Heraldry in Everyday Life"
Instructor: Dame Margaret Makafee
Slides with examples of period objects on which heraldry appeared,
with a discussion of why they were used this way, and possible
applications within the Society.
11am-12pm, Sewing Room (basement #6), 1 hour

"Printmaking I: Carving Wood Blocks"
Instructor: Dona Fredeburg von Katzenellenbogen
Learn how to carve woodblocks used for printing onto paper or fabric.
Students will learn about the historical techniques and try out
various carving tools on a small woodblock. Although this class
focuses on woodblocks, the carving techniques can be used for any
relief carving.
Fee: $1 for materials and handout
Limit: 10 hands-on students (observers welcome)
11am-12pm, Lower Guest Room (basement #7), 1 hour

"Personal Wooden Furniture"
Instructor: Baron Will Langdon of Greymorne
Personal wooden furniture, specifically chests and benches. Something
that everyone would have and use. The chests are a variety of small
(smallish) boxes mostly in the 6 board chest style those the examples
range from the #8 Mastermyr Chest to 16th and 17th examples. I will be
also touching on straps and locks for the chests. and possable carving
on the benches. Mainly a woodworking lecture with handouts and show
and tell examples.
11am-12pm, Master Bedroom (2nd floor #8), 1 hour


12pm Classes:
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"The Medieval Great Hall"
Instructor: Baron Byron of Haverford
The Great Hall was the center of castle life throughout the medieval
period. In this class, we review the origins and evolution of the
castle great hall from the earliest keeps through their peak in the
14th century, with a focus on British architecture.
12pm-1pm, Great Hall (1st floor #1), 1 hour

"Middle Eastern Weapons for SCA Youth Combat"
Instructor: Eiiden
Learn about Middle Eastern weapons and how to make them for use in SCA
youth combat.  (Youth class)
12pm-1pm, Children's Room (1st floor #2), 1 hour

"Construction Details of Elizabethan-Stuart Era Gloves in the Met"
Instructor: Duke Alen Elegil
Examples of specific details that you can't normally see when looking
at images of these gloves in books or on-line (slide show).
12pm-1pm, Sewing Room (basement #6), 1 hour

"Printmaking II: Printing Woodblocks"
Instructor: Dona Fredeburg von Katzenellenbogen
Learn how to print woodblocks on paper or fabric. Students will learn
the historical techniques and materials, as well as modern substitutes
for printing woodblocks.  Carved woodblocks will be available for
students to print with or blocks carved in the previous class can be
used.
Fee: $1 for materials and handout
Limit: 10 hands-on students (observers welcome)
12pm-1pm, Lower Guest Room (basement #7), 1 hour

"Modern Wooden Camp Furniture"
Instructor: Baron Will Langdon of Greymorne
Modern camp furniture for use in camping, including tables in a few
styles and larger benches and chairs. The pieces are more
anachronistic, using plywood and less period fabrication. Lecture with
handouts and discussion going over how to design and make (mostly
plywood) camping furniture.
12pm-1pm, Master Bedroom (2nd floor #8), 1 hour


1pm Classes:
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"Cabinet of Curiosities"
Instructor: Mistress Kris Gilbari
Come and learn about the history of collecting in the Renaissance, the
origin of museums, and view some interesting specimens of natural
history from an actual cabinet of curiosities.
1pm-4pm, Great Hall (1st floor #1) (on-going display)

"Storytelling Techniques"
Instructor: Lord Edmundo Monreale
Introduction to storytelling; including finding and adapting material
and performing material through vocal techniques and body language.
Students will have the (optional) opportunity to practice at the Story
Hour later in the day. (Youth Friendly)
1pm-2pm, Library (1st floor #3), 1 hour

"Learning to Paint Scrolls"
Instructor: Mistress Arianna of Wynthrope
Try your hand at illumination! Students will paint simple pre-inked
period designs, learn about medieval and renaissance manuscript
illumination, and practice painting techniques including whitework and
shading. Paints and brushes will be provided. Completed scrolls can be
donated to the Barony, to be given as awards by the Baron and
Baroness, or you can keep the final product if you prefer. Children
old enough to hold a paint brush are welcome. (Youth Friendly)
1pm-2pm, Guest Bedroom (1st floor #4), 1 hour

"Woodcarving"
Instructor: #8 Master Charles the Serene
Lecture and demonstration of period carving techniques.
1pm-2pm, Pell Room (basement, #5), 1 hour

"Frutta Martorana"
Instructor: THL Myfanwy ferch Rhiannon
Hands-on class in making marzipan fruit. Note to parents: a small
amount of alcohol will be used with paste food coloring. (Youth
Friendly: Ages 8 and older; under 12 must be accompanied by an adult)
Limit: 12 hands-on participants (observers welcome)
Fee: $2.50 for materials and handout
1pm-3pm, Lower Guest Room (basement #7), 2 hours


2pm Classes:
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"Make a Medieval Recipe in 15 Minutes"
Instructor: Dame Margaret Makafee
Spend 15 minutes learning to make a quick and simple medieval recipe
using just a few ingredients.  Stop by my table during the afternoon
to try give it a try.
Time: 15 minute sessions
Limit: 1 or 2 people at a time
2pm-4pm, Great Hall (1st floor #1), table open for 2 hours

"Slung aka Viking Whipcording"
Instructor: THL Rufina Saavedra
A quick fun way to make colorful cords for all sorts of uses -
medallion cords, bracelets, laces etc. It's like juggling with string!
Bring a friend and join the fun! Ages 6 to 600, children must bring a
parent. Time permitting, everyone will leave with a bracelet in
baronial colors. (Youth Friendly, Ages 6 and older)
2pm-3pm, Children's Room (1st floor #2), 1 hour

"Women in Combat in the Late Medieval Period"
Instructor: Lady Katerin ferch Gwenllian
An examination of the historical women who appeared on the field of
combat in the 14th and 15th centuries, their reasons, and their roles.
Fee: 50 cents for handout
2pm-3pm, Library (1st floor #3), 1 hour

"Braid Stitches Made Easy"
Instructor: Duke Alen Elegil
Students will learn to stitch their choice of these braids:
Elizabethan Plaited Braid, Elizabethan Single Braid (modified Van
Dyke), Sutton Hoo, or Mammen. If possible, students should bring their
own tools: embroidery hoops, a 6 inch ruler, marking pen or pencil,
and a tapestry needle that will take a No. 5 Pearle cotton thread.
Limit: 10 students
Fee: $1 for materials
2pm-3pm, Guest Bedroom (1st floor #4), 1 hour

"Super Simple Silverpoint"
Instructor: Baroness Milesent Vibert
Many people are intimidated by silverpoint; this class will demystify
this simple and inexpensive period drawing technique with an overview
of the history of drawing media and how to make silverpoint gesso to
prepare your paper as well as some hands on playing with silverpoints.
Limit: 10 students
2pm-3pm, Pell Room (basement, #5), 1 hour

"A Road Less Raided"
Instructors: Leifr Hjalmsson & Hrefna fruÞikona Þorgrímsdóttir
Description: There are many Scandinavian sites and museums of interest
to the historic reenactor.  Leifr and Hrefna will discuss some of the
less visited sites and unexpected treasures found there.
2pm-3pm, Sewing Room (basement #6), 1 hour

"Kumihimo on the Marudai"
Instructor: Lord Ishiyama Gen'tarou Yori'ie
Description: "Kumihimo" is the Japanese word for braiding. Learn three
good 8-strand braids that are *not* in Jacqui Carey's beginner book,
and learn them on the traditional "marudai" braiding stand. All
equipment and materials will be provided, but please bring your own
marudai and tama if you have them as only six are available. Students
will leave with a sampler cord of all three patterns.
Limit: 6 hands-on students (+2 with own equipment, observers welcome)
2pm-3pm, Master Bedroom (2nd floor #8), 1 hour


3pm Classes:
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"Story Hour"
Instructor: Lord Edmundo Monreale
Storytelling for all ages featuring Edmundo da Monreale and the
students of the Storytelling Techniques class. (Youth Friendly)
3pm-4pm, Children's Room (1st floor #2),

"Care and Feeding of an Earthen Oven"
Instructor: Baron Ealdred of Gwyntarian
Discussion of the history, use and various construction techniques for
earthen bread ovens.  Will include practical tips from Ealdred's
experience building camp ovens for his Pennsic camp, and the care
needed to use them on a daily basis.
3pm-4pm, Library (1st floor #3), 1 hour

"Late 14th-Early 15th Century Period Glove Making"
Instructor: Duke Alen Elegil
Learn to make for period leather gloves based on late 14th to
early-15th century examples. Hands-on class, includes patterns and
construction techniques.
Fee: $2 for pattern and handouts
Limit: 20 students
3pm-4pm, Guest Bedroom (1st floor #4), 2 hours

"Cutting with a Cut and Thrust Sword or How Does a Cut Really Work?"
Instructor: Mistress Irene von Schmetterling
Martial/Historic Combat Arts and Sciences. This class is for fencers,
armored combat fighters, historic combat students, and anyone
interested in how a sword actually cuts. Demonstration and hands-on
practice; students will get to practice on a target with a steel
practice sword.  Students should wear a glove for more comfort in
holding the sword.
Limit: 10 students
Fee: $5 for cutting targets
3pm-4pm, Pell Room (basement, #5), 2 hours

"Fashion: An Overview"
Instructor: Mistress Ts'vee'a bas Tseepora Levi
See how fashions changed throughout the Middle Ages and into the
Renaissance era (slide show).
3pm-4pm, Sewing Room (basement #6), 1 hour

"Period Mustards"
Instructor: THL Edward fitzRanulf
A brief class on the theory and practice of making and using medieval
mustards.  There will be a tasting of various medieval mustards, and a
hands-on demonstration on how to make a simple mustard.
3pm-4pm, Lower Guest Room (basement #7), 1 hour

"Intro to Japanese Clothing"
Instructor: Mistress Alessandra d'Avignon
Learn about two of the most basic garments for Japanese medieval
clothing: Hakama and Kosode (Japanese Pants and Shirt).  Will include
a brief overview of the historical Heian time period.  Lecture with
handouts.
3pm-5pm, Master Bedroom (2nd floor #8), 2 hours


4pm Classes:
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"Castle Tour"
Tour Guides: Baron Byron of Haverford and Baroness Ariella of
Thornbury You've spent a day roaming the halls of the castle,
listening to wonderful classes.  Now spend an hour reviewing the
architecture of 14th-century Britain with a tour of the castle.  We
will start in the Great Hall and discuss the period features that have
been included throughout the castle. Arrow slits!  Murder holes!
Paintings! Squints!  Battlements!  And even a secret staircase.  We
will also discuss the mixture of medieval elements with modern
necessities.
4pm-5pm, Meet in the Great Hall (1st floor #1), 1 hour

"Make a Knot Ring"
Instructor:  Baroness Betha Symonds
This class will teach how to make a wire knot ring from the Viking
culture. If you have your own ring mandrel, chain nose or needle nose
pliers, please bring them. (Youth Friendly)
Fee: $1.00 for wire and handout
Class Limit: 6 hands-on students (observers welcome)
4pm-5pm, Children's Room (1st floor #2), 1 hour

"Readings from Taylor's Feast"
Instructor: #8 Master Ian Damebridgge of Wychwoode (Huon)
We will do readings from a 1638 MS featuring humorous tales about food
and eating, "being full of variety & witty mirth." We will read from a
facsimile of the original with the original script. All are welcome to
join in.
4pm-5pm, Library (1st floor #3), 1 hour

"Making a 14th Century Gothic Fitted Dress"
Instructor: Lady Katerin ferch Gwenllian
Making a 14th Century Gothic Fitted Dress: Practical techniques for
fitting and constructing the dress style commonly called a
"cotehardie".  The class will focus the four-panel version of this
style.  Lecture and demonstration with a model.
4pm-5pm, Sewing Room (basement #6), 1 hour

"Some Simple Period Sauces"
Instructor: THL Edward fitzRanulf
A brief class on the theory and practice of making and using medieval
sauces, with particular emphasis on the vinegar and breadcrumb based
sauces.  There will be a tasting of various sauces, and a hands on
demonstration on-how to make a simple sauce.
4pm-5pm, Lower Guest Room (basement #7), 1 hour

For more information about the Castle Schola, please see our event
listing on the Debatable Lands web page:
http://www.debatablelands.org/events/castle_schola/

Yours,

Genevieve du Vent Argent, Class Coordinator
g3dots at gmail.com