[Hartwood] Tir Righ University at August Investiture

[Hartwood]

Greetings To All

At the request (and with the help) of Lady Ceridwen of Seagirt, who is
charged with welcoming and aiding newcomers, most of the classes to be held
at Investiture are Introductory.  They are not, however, limited to
newcomers!  Please see below, for complete class information.

Registration for classes is on site, and will be open for two hours in the
evening Friday, and from 9am to 2pm on Saturday.  As the Natural Dyes class
begins at 9am Saturday, if you wish to take it, I encourage you to register
Friday evening.  Please note that you will need to bring a few basic items,
if you plan to take Natural Dyes or Basic Knotwork.

As I will be regrettably absent at Investiture (August 22 – 24, Shire of
Hartwood), I would like to dearly thank the instructors, and Ladies Sarra,
Máel, & Argolia, for taking care of registration, and Lady Cunegonda with
her awesome team, for setting everything up.

Yours In Service,
Doireann Dechti, Dean


Schedule for the University of Tir Righ, at August Investiture, 2014:

Saturday

9:00am to 12pm (part one) - break - 1:00 to 4:00pm (part two)

Introduction To Natural Dyes
Instructor: His Lordship Topher MacKenzie
6 hours
Class Fee $20
Minimum 4 students/Maximum 10 students
Students need to bring **12 skeins of white or light coloured wool approx 10
yards each, Apron, Gloves, labels and water proof markers.
**One 100gr/3.5oz. ball of wool will be enough to make the 12 small skeins.

Students will get an introduction to three natural dyes, (woad, cochineal,
and turmeric) dyeing four skeins in each dye pot , achieving different
results with the use of mordants or additives.

We will walk through premordanting the wool for better adherence of the
dyes.  Preparation of the dyes through various methods such as grinding,
chopping and cooking the dye baths. Finally an after bath that will once
again offer a different colour from the the rest.

Woad was the source of the dye in Europe since Neolithic times, and it
appears that the plant was introduced into Europe for this sole purpose at
the same time as farming spread from the Middle East.  Cochineal was
introduced from Mexico to Europe following the Spanish expedition to Mexico
in 1518.  Turmeric is probably best known for its spicy flavor and the bold
yellow color it gives to curry. Along with coloring foods, it has been used
as a dye for both skin and clothing


9:30am to 11:30am

Chivalry & Etiquette
Instructor: Baroness Letitia Talbot
2 hours
No class fee
Minimum 1 student/Maximum 10 students

This class is intended to assist the student to participate more
appropriately in the Current Middle Ages. Discussed will be the SCA general
behaviour including how to behave in the presence of royalty, and terms of
address.


10:30am to 11:30am

Introduction To Dance
Instructor: Lady Athelina Grey
1 hour
No class fee

Minimum 5 students/Maximum 20 students
Students need to bring feet and ears.
Why dance? What was it for and why do we do it? What sorts of dances were
for what occasion?

Conventions of Dance. How to hold hands, the girl is always right, unless
they're improper. Be gracious and kind.

Court Dances - the Pavanne step and how to make it not terribly boring. (I
kid you - it's just boring.)

Dancing in a line or circle - A Bransle (usually Baron's Bransle, possibly
another if I feel like it). We can step from side to side!


12:30pm to 1:30pm

Introduction To Wood Carving
Instructor: His Lordship Kjartan kráka
1 hour
No class fee
Minimum 1 student/Maximum 2 students

Students will learn the basics of wood carving by carving a spoon.
Introduction to knife technique and basic safety.

2:00pm - 4:00pm

Charter Layout and Design
Instructor: Viscountess Thora Golvik
2 hours
Class fee $2
Minimum 1 student/Maximum 10 students

Ever wondered who makes those beautiful scroll designs? This class will give
people information on how to do charter blanks for awards, including what
things to include and what to avoid.

3:00pm to 4:00pm

Introduction To Armoured Combat
Instructor: Lord Dmitrii Ivanavitch
1 hour
No class fee
Minimum 2 students/Maximum 10 students

- learn about necessary equipment, safety, and training;
- understand the role of the marshal (equipment and how marshals interact
with fighters);
- understand the protocol for the observer;
- be introduce to the concept of chivalry on the field;
- recognize modes of combat (tourney VS war, etc.).


Sunday

10:30am to 11:30am

Introduction To Games In the SCA
Instructor: Lady Athelina Grey
1 hour
Class fee $3, provides students with paper game boards, and glass game
tokens.
Minumum 3 students/Maximum 8 students
Students should wear shoes appropriate for outside

Board games:
1. Fox and Geese (maybe with a couple variations?)
2. Nine Men's Morris
3. Tablero

Active games:
Two of:
-bocce
-tierce
-hunkerdown


Introduction To Rapier
Instructor: Baroness Letitia Talbot
1 hour
No class fee
Minimum 2 students/Maximum 10 students

- Overview of how the rapier came to be;
- learn about necessary equipment and safety
- learn the basics of the blade;
- understand the role of the marshal (equipment and how marshals interact
with fighters);
- basic overview of the different masters/countries
- learn basic stances.


11:30am to 12:30pm

Basic Knotwork – Plotting and Squiggles
Instructor: Lady Athelina Grey
1 hour
Class fee $1
Minimum 1 student/Maximum 10 students
Students should bring pencils with erasers

Learn how to plot out basic knotwork patterns. Follow some simple rules and
your knots will always meet up. Great for drawing borders. 


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