by Mistress Adair of Maykswell Mistress Adair of Makyswell, OP, is an avid historical beader. She says she is “passionate about [Bead Embroidery and Bead Weaving as well as Gold…
Month: June 2025
Materials of Construction for Beaded and Goldwork Aumônière
by Mistress Adair of Maykswell Mistress Adair of Makyswell, OP, is an avid historical beader. She says she is “passionate about [Bead Embroidery and Bead Weaving as well as Gold…
The Pelican Cap of a Lady, Maria Woeltzerin
by Mistress Adair of Maykswell Mistress Adair of Makyswell, OP, is an avid historical beader. She says she is “passionate about [Bead Embroidery and Bead Weaving as well as Gold…
European Oil Lamps from Prehistory through the Viking Age
By Eirik Gralókkr (Michael S. Matthews) Lamps that burned animal fat for illumination can be traced back to the Paleolithic, some 40,000 years ago (de Beaune & White, 1993). They…