It’s that time again (actually, I’m a couple of weeks in)!  We’re almost halfway done with the Historical Sew Fortnightly, some amazing things have been created, and here is my round-up of my favourites from Challenges 6-10. As I did with my favourites from Challenges 0-5 I’ve chosen the items I thought best represent the spirit of the Historical Sew Fortnightly; the quest to explore history, raise our skill levels and standard, stretch ourselves (or sometimes just get something done, rather than just procrastinating);  and  the spirit of the individual challenge.  Once again, there were so many more beautiful pieces I could have featured! Challenge #10 — Literature Lisa’s blackwork cap for Ophelia – Exquisitely worked with all of poor Ophelia’s herbs: rue & rosemary, pansy & columbine.  A beautiful interpretation of the challenge, and integration of literature, textile, and history. Cation’s Victorian deerstalker cap — Inspired by a detailed description of a hat in Farmer Boy, and Sherlock Holme’s headgear, this cap get’s both inspirations spot-on. A Most Peculiar Mademoiselle’s mid-19th century Swedish dress …