By Talia bint al-Athir, OP, CB, Kingdom of An Tir East Wall Painting from Tomb Of Sennedjem. 1306 -1290 Bc  Contextual Overview The production of linen in ancient Egypt was a highly developed and crucial part of the society’s economy and daily life. Each step, from planting flax to...

by Talia bint al-Athir, OP, CB, Kingdom of An Tir Ancient Egyptian head cones, depicted as white or cream-colored objects placed atop the heads of individuals in various scenes, have long intrigued historians and archaeologists. These conical objects are shown in artistic representations from banquets to funerary rituals, often...

By Talia bint al-Athir, OP, CB, Kingdom of An Tir Image source: Twitter Ptolemaic Egypt, from 305 to 30 BCE, was marked by the fusion of Greek and Egyptian cultures, creating a unique and varied sartorial tradition. The Ptolemaic dynasty was founded by Ptolemy I Soter, one of Alexander...

By Talia bint al-Athir, OP, CB Barony of Madrone, Kingdom of An Tir This step-by-step sewing tutorial details the creation of a dress that I believe could be worn as a Ptolemaic period acceptable, Graeco-Roman inspired garb.. This design, once popular in the SCA community at least a decade...

I think by now most people interested in Ancient Egyptian textiles and garments are well aware of the pleated V-neck dress. This dress style, captured in the artistry of the Second Dynasty, is both captivating and historically significant. We’ll explore the two-dimensional iconographic evidence found in relief slabs, as...

Let’s explore the creation and significance of a stunning and historically inspired garment: the kalasiris. I thnk this is the most iconic look of ancient Egyptian dress. This fitted sheath dress, prevalent from the Old Kingdom to the New Kingdom, exudes timeless elegance and simplicity. Before we begin the...

(A Tailored Sheath Dress/ Kalasiris with modest coverage) by : Talia bint-al Athir, OP Madrone, An Tir Materials Needed: 1. Cotton or linen fabric: 2.5 to 4 yards (varies based on size and fabric width) 2. Matching sewing thread 3. Two flat hook and eye closures Required Measurements: 1....

By Talia bint al-Athir, OP- Kingdom of An Tir If you’re fascinated by ancient Egyptian fashion and want to create a beautiful beadnet dress, this instructional guide will walk you through the process step-by-step. Here’s everything you’ll need and how to put it all together. Materials Needed: Instructions: By...

A decorative sheath dress made of beads worn in ancient Egypt. The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (MFA) houses two remarkable reconstructed Egyptian beadnet dresses. These artifacts offer an intriguing look into ancient Egyptian fashion. The MFA describes one of these dresses with fascinating details: “Occasionally, depictions of women...

By Talia bint al-Athir, OP -Kingdom of An Tir This tutorial will teach you to create a beautiful and timeless Anachronistic V-Neck/Deshasheh dress I designed, inspired by ancient Egyptian fashion with this step-by-step sewing tutorial. This dress is perfect for historical reenactments or that busy Scadian who wishes to...