Remembering Sally Norton
By Kathe Gust. The word “vivacious” suited Sally Norton to a tee. Sally received her MA at UC Berkeley and made her living as a technical writer and editor. But one of her passions was costuming. A favorite expression of hers was “I have an idea”. Then she would proceed to tell you about the most amazing things she had […]
Meet Your Board: Molly Cahill, Member at Large
Why costuming? What brought you here? I always loved Halloween, theater, going to renfaire, and things like that. As I got older I realized I didn’t need an excuse to ‘play dress-up’. That having fun was reason enough on it’s own. I found out about the guild through my best friend’s parents who told me they knew some people who […]
No-Sew Tudor Costume Challenge and Review
By Lauren Moyer It’s been awhile since I did a No-Sew costume challenge. While this isn’t a $50 challenge like previous ones, when I saw this Tudor costume available on Amazon in many colors and sizes and that GBACG is hosting a Renaissance event, I knew I had to buy it, review it for you all, and see how to […]
Former Board Member: Bianca Hernandez
Why costuming? What brought you here? I blame the costume dramas and pop culture of the 00s. From “Lord of the Rings,” to “Star Wars,” to “Moulin Rouge!” and “Pirates of the Caribbean (POTC): The Curse of the Black Pearl,” I was so obsessed with the costuming and details. I’d spend most of my internet browsing time going to sites […]
Meet Your Board: Jean Martin, Communications Coordinator
Why costuming? What brought you here? I wanted to be an actress in my youth and I’m also a huge historical and science fiction/fantasy nerd. Costuming lets me leave the real world behind and experience being in these different worlds and portraying different characters. I also love being constantly creative and enjoying my passions with kindred spirits. Lastly, I like […]
Meet Your Board: Crysta Frost, Costume Academy Coordinator
Why costuming? What brought you here? I always wanted to expand my vintage-inspired wardrobe and thought that sewing would be a fun way. When I discovered historical costuming, it was super exciting to know that there were fun and nerdy folks out there just like me! What’s your costuming focus? I like playing around with most Victorian time periods and […]
Meet Your Board: Christopher Erickson, Social Media Coordinator / Member at Large
Why costuming? What brought you here? After a painful breakup, I started reading more comic books and graphic novels. I went to my first convention at WonderCon in San Francisco in 2007 and saw everyone in costume having fun. I finally put together a costume (the Golden Age Sandman Wesley Dodds) and started making friends through costuming. What’s your costuming focus? […]
Meet Your Board: Sam Moreno, Event Co-Coordinator
Why costuming? What brought you here? I love creating and making stuff with my own hands. I also love bringing my favorite characters to life and cosplay/costuming is a great way to do that! I joined the GBACG to make friends since I’m new to the Bay Area and be a part of the wonderful costume community! What’s your costuming […]
Make Your Own Ribbon Watch Chain
by Kathe Gust During the 18th century, watches became an indispensable accessory for both men and women. In menswear of the period, the trouser pocket for watch storage was called a “fob” and the decorative attachment to the watch was called a “chain”. Even today, many denim jeans have fob pockets, but those are actually easier to access than Georgian and […]
$50 No-Sew Regency Era Challenge
Time for another $50 No-Sew Ensemble! Lady Whistledown will surely approve of this elegant lady’s Regency ensemble. As a costumer and President of GBACG, I spend lots of time at events and talking to people online about costuming, expectations, and confidence in the hobby. It always breaks my heart when I hear any of these: “I wish I could join […]