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Herbs meanings
Angelica - inspiration -a tall and elegant herb praised in folklore as a wonderful medicinal cure-all remedy. Believed to bloom on the feast day of St. Michael the Archangel, around May 8th.
Basil - love and regality - in ancient times accepting a sprig of basil means you are engaged. Known as the king of herbs, the name comes from the Greek word meaning king.
Borage - courage - Latin name 'Borago' may be a corruption of 'corago', meaning ‘I bring heart’, whilst others believe the name derives from the French 'bourra' - meaning rough hair due to the short hairs covering the plant's leaves.
Fennel - strength - believed to have magical powers in the Middle Ages - borage was hung over doorways to keep witches out.
Oregano - joy - an ancient herb whose name means 'joy of the mountains'.
Parsley - lasting pleasure and energy - this herb was dedicated by the Greeks to Persephone, goddess of the underworld, and used to decorate tombs to please her as she guided the souls of the dead to the underworld. It was also believed to have energy-giving powers, so was taken by athletes to improve their performance.It is also a remedy for bad breath.
Rosemary - remembrance - Latin for 'dew of the sea', as it is often grown by the sea.Rosemary is said to grow for thirty-three years and then it will die. A sprig of this aromatic herb is believed to ward off bad dreams, if kept under your pillow.
'There's rosemary, that's for remembrance' - Shakespeare in 'Hamlet'
Sage - longevity, wisdom and health - from Latin 'salvere' - to save, the Greeks used this healing herb for many ailments, including snakebites.
Thyme - courage, vigour and strength - from the Greek word 'thymon' - courage, soldiers bathed in thyme to prepare for battle. Used in magickal potions to enable you to see the Faeries.
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Patchwork Merchant Mercenaries had its humble beginnings as an idea of a few artisans and craftsmen who enjoy performing with live steel fighting. As well as a patchwork quilt tent canvas. Most had prior military experience hence the name.
Patchwork Merchant Mercenaries.
Vendertainers that brought many things to a show and are know for helping out where ever they can.
As well as being a place where the older hand made items could be found made by them and enjoyed by all.
We expanded over the years to become well known at what we do. Now we represent over 100 artisans and craftsman that are well known in their venues and some just starting out. Some of their works have been premiered in TV, stage and movies on a regular basis.
Specializing in Medieval, Goth , Stage Film, BDFSM and Practitioner.
Patchwork Merchant Mercenaries a Dept of, Ask For IT was started by artists and former military veterans, and sword fighters, representing over 100 artisans, one who made his living traveling from fair to festival vending medieval wares. The majority of his customers are re-enactors, SCAdians and the like, looking to build their kit with period clothing, feast gear, adornments, etc.
Likewise, it is typical for these history-lovers to peruse the tent (aka mobile store front) and, upon finding something that pleases the eye, ask "Is this period?"
A deceitful query!! This is not a yes or no question. One must have a damn good understanding of European history (at least) from the fall of Rome to the mid-1600's to properly answer. Taking into account, also, the culture in which the querent is dressed is vitally important. You see, though it may be well within medieval period, it would be strange to see a Viking wearing a Caftan...or is it?
After a festival's time of answering weighty questions such as these, I'd sleep like a log! Only a mad man could possibly remember the place and time for each piece of kitchen ware, weaponry, cloth, and chain within a span of 1,000 years!! Surely there must be an easier way, a place where he could post all this knowledge...
Traveling Within The World is meant to be such a place. A place for all of these artists to keep in touch and directly interact with their fellow geeks and re-enactment hobbyists, their clientele.
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