November 7, 2020 - Golden Sun in Splendour (grant level): given for long and steady service to the kingdom and/or groups within it. The badge of the award is: (Fieldless) A sun in splendour within and conjoined to an annulet Or. (This award was originally named "The Order of the Sable Sun in Splendour.") Given by Their Majesties Daman and Veronique in honor of service with many online events in our Kingdom through the pandemic.
May 2, 2020 - Service Performed Under Duress (SPUD), Barony of Arn Hold: Given, in the spirit of good fun, for an individual act of service whereby the recipient did put forth a great deal of effort towards a particularly difficult, time-consuming, tedious, onerous and/or exhausting task; doing so graciously, willing, and without complaint. Given by Her Excellency Varia Goffe to my Husband (event steward), Mistress Agness (Baronial MoAS), and I (Baronial Seneschal) after we pivoted our Arts and Sciences Championship evet to an online format following the COVID-19 outbreak. Ours was the first virtual event in our kingdom and included court, classes, hangout rooms, and a bardic that lasted until 2 am. It was a great time.
January 26, 2019 - Guardian of Sincerity and Honor (GOSH), Barony of Arn Hold: Given for chivalry and honor, to those who conduct themselves with grace, and kindness, and demonstrate the highest ideals of courtesy to all, regardless of rank or station.
May 5, 2018 - Cirque d'Honneur: given to champions of the Barony of Arn Hold at the completion of their tenure. Awarded when I stepped down as Arts & Sciences Champion by Their Excellencies Gomez and Merin.
January 27, 2018 - Order of the Golden Pillar of Artemisia: given for consistent service to the kingdom. Companions of the order may place the initials CPA after their names. The usual token is a small pillar, sometimes painted black with a gold vine on it, suspended from a ribbon. Given by Their Majesties Timmur and Tianna at Arn Hold's ball. I think I pleased Her Majesty (a nurse by day) and shocked His Majesty by accepting the award while breastfeeding my daughter, then 2.5 months old, because I certainly wasn't going to disturb her meal if I didn't have to! ;)
August 26, 2017 - Den Grimme Aeling (the Ugly Duckling), Principality of Cynagua, Kingdom of the West: given to members of the Cavalry of the Sword & Horse (premiers of the order) by Their Highnesses Gwain and Meisha, This award is to be given by the Coronet for the support and effort given to the Principality by peoples that do not reside in the Principality of Cynagua. The token for this award is a late hatching egg, upon a silver coin suspended from a black ribbon.
August 26, 2017 - Order of the Golden Maple Leaf, Kingdom of Artemisia: given to those who have demonstrated consistant excellence in the arts and sciences, and who have made available their skills and knowledge in service to the kingdom. Companions of the Maple Leaf may place the initials CML after their names, and may wear a medallion bearing the order's badge: (Fieldless) Two maple leaves, stems crossed in saltire, gules. The usual token given with this award is a golden maple leaf charm suspended from a ribbon. The award and the badge are in honour of Countess Adrianna Holloway, commemorating her influence on the arts and sciences of the area that became Artemisia. (AOA level A&S award)
August 26, 2017 - Master William Blackfox Award (Society Level) Nominee for Best Layout & Design AS 51, The Moose Call, Barony of Arn Hold
July 2, 2017 - Twenty Year Arts & Sciences Champion, Kingdom of Artemisia: Entered three pieces in two grand categories (sauerkraut, tablet woven belt, demonstration of period spinning techniques), competed against two other entrants. See my blog for more info on these items and the competition.
May 6, 2017 - Arts & Sciences Champion, Barony of Arn Hold: Entered three pieces in at least two grand categories (tablet woven belt, ale barm bread with spent grains, demonstration of period spinning techniques), competed against two other entrants. See my blog for more info on these items and the competition.
May 6, 2017 - Order of the Unicorn Meadow, Barony of Arn Hold: The Unicorn Meadow is given for excellence in depth of study of a particular facet of the Arts and Sciences and sharing that knowledge with others. Given by Baron Balenor and Baroness Teaghan for my work in researching, demonstrating, and teaching fiber arts.
February 25, 2017 - Order of the Oleander, Kingdom of Atenveldt: Queens of Atenveldt who reign during Estrella War may bestow the right to wear a Queen’s Favor bearing a Desert Oleander to any female fighter who fights on the Estrella War heavy weapon or rapier battlefields (or, as I was told, who participate in projectile competition, including archery). Ladies who then return to do combat in additional Estrella Wars may add one Desert Oleander to this Queen’s Favor for each year they fight at Estrella War. Reigning Queens who fight on the Estrella War heavy weapon or rapier battlefields are further granted the right to wear a favor bearing a gold Desert Oleander. Oleander Favors are traditionally presented by the Queen of Atenveldt to all lady fighters present at Estrella War Grand Court, regardless of the recipient’s Kingdom of residence.
July 16, 2016 - Master William Blackfox Award, Society Level: Master William Blackfox was the author and illustrator of the cartoon Warthaven. He gave generously of his time and talents, and was very supportive of the Kingdom Chroniclers until his untimely death. To honor his memory, the Office of the Society Chronicler sponsors the annual Master William Blackfox Awards to recognize excellence in the work of Chroniclers and newsletter contributors. Newsletters provide a valuable resource and communication tool for SCA members around the world (from the SCA website)! Given for Best Layout and Design for our Baronial newsletter, the Moose Call, edited by yours truly for the past two years. Because this award is given in the fall for a previous year's work, I am just now receiving the award recognizing my work in AS 49 (May 2014-April 2015). Though this award doesn't confer anything on the recipient and is just a recognition, I'm really proud and honored, since it is a society-level recognition signed by the society chronicler, for what feels like a rather thankless job sometimes. Was also given a nomination for Best Layout & Design for AS 50.
August 29, 2015 - Queen's Confidence of Artemisia: given by the queen to those individuals whose service, advice, and trust have been of great assistance to her reign. An individual may receive this award only once per reign. It is usually given at the closing court of the reign. The symbol of the award is unique to each queen, but usually consists of an element of the queen's personal arms. Holders of this award are styled "Queen's Confidants," and may place the initials QC after their names. Given by Queen Clare de Lacey.
July 18, 2015 - S.P.U.D. (Service Performed Under Duress), Barony of Arn Hold: given, in the spirit of good fun, for an individual act of service whereby the recipient did put forth a great deal of effort towards a particularly difficult, time-consuming, tedious, onerous and/or exhausting task;doing so graciously, willing, and without complaint. This award was given to my husband and I after having to change locations for Raptor War, which we were stewarding, less than two weeks before the event. Given by newly incumbent Baron and Baroness Balenor and Teaghan,
July 18, 2015 - Terpsichore's Mouffle, Barony of Arn Hold, given for excellence in the Arts and Sciences, given by outgoing Baron and Baroness Fernando and Syeira,
January 24, 2015 - Order of the Windmuhlen Keeper , Barony of Arn Hold, given for outstanding ongoing service to those who consistently demonstrate their willingness to volunteer, and do so tirelessly, graciously, to their utmost capacity, repeatedly, for and on behalf of the Barony. Given by Baron Fernando and Baroness Syeira.
August 30, 2015 - Gryphon's Heart of Artemisia, given to those who were of assistance to the crown during their reign. The symbol is unique to each set of royalty, but usually centers around a heart shape. Companions of this order may place the initials GHA after their names. Given by King Konrad and Queen Kortland.
July 12, 2014 - Award of Arms, Kingdom of Artemisia, given at the pleasure of the Crown, usually for good deeds and service. Given by King Konrad and Queen Kortland.
May 10, 2014 - Order of Yggdrasil, Barony of Arn Hold, the tree of life is given to newer participants of the SCA in the Barony to recognize them for their active participation, to acknowledge them as contributing citizens of the Barony, to encourage them to continue doing so, and to thank them for their enthusiasm that helps to inspire us all. Given by Baron Fernando and Baroness Syeira.
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May 2, 2020 - Service Performed Under Duress (SPUD), Barony of Arn Hold: Given, in the spirit of good fun, for an individual act of service whereby the recipient did put forth a great deal of effort towards a particularly difficult, time-consuming, tedious, onerous and/or exhausting task; doing so graciously, willing, and without complaint. Given by Her Excellency Varia Goffe to my Husband (event steward), Mistress Agness (Baronial MoAS), and I (Baronial Seneschal) after we pivoted our Arts and Sciences Championship evet to an online format following the COVID-19 outbreak. Ours was the first virtual event in our kingdom and included court, classes, hangout rooms, and a bardic that lasted until 2 am. It was a great time.
January 26, 2019 - Guardian of Sincerity and Honor (GOSH), Barony of Arn Hold: Given for chivalry and honor, to those who conduct themselves with grace, and kindness, and demonstrate the highest ideals of courtesy to all, regardless of rank or station.
May 5, 2018 - Cirque d'Honneur: given to champions of the Barony of Arn Hold at the completion of their tenure. Awarded when I stepped down as Arts & Sciences Champion by Their Excellencies Gomez and Merin.
January 27, 2018 - Order of the Golden Pillar of Artemisia: given for consistent service to the kingdom. Companions of the order may place the initials CPA after their names. The usual token is a small pillar, sometimes painted black with a gold vine on it, suspended from a ribbon. Given by Their Majesties Timmur and Tianna at Arn Hold's ball. I think I pleased Her Majesty (a nurse by day) and shocked His Majesty by accepting the award while breastfeeding my daughter, then 2.5 months old, because I certainly wasn't going to disturb her meal if I didn't have to! ;)
August 26, 2017 - Den Grimme Aeling (the Ugly Duckling), Principality of Cynagua, Kingdom of the West: given to members of the Cavalry of the Sword & Horse (premiers of the order) by Their Highnesses Gwain and Meisha, This award is to be given by the Coronet for the support and effort given to the Principality by peoples that do not reside in the Principality of Cynagua. The token for this award is a late hatching egg, upon a silver coin suspended from a black ribbon.
August 26, 2017 - Order of the Golden Maple Leaf, Kingdom of Artemisia: given to those who have demonstrated consistant excellence in the arts and sciences, and who have made available their skills and knowledge in service to the kingdom. Companions of the Maple Leaf may place the initials CML after their names, and may wear a medallion bearing the order's badge: (Fieldless) Two maple leaves, stems crossed in saltire, gules. The usual token given with this award is a golden maple leaf charm suspended from a ribbon. The award and the badge are in honour of Countess Adrianna Holloway, commemorating her influence on the arts and sciences of the area that became Artemisia. (AOA level A&S award)
August 26, 2017 - Master William Blackfox Award (Society Level) Nominee for Best Layout & Design AS 51, The Moose Call, Barony of Arn Hold
July 2, 2017 - Twenty Year Arts & Sciences Champion, Kingdom of Artemisia: Entered three pieces in two grand categories (sauerkraut, tablet woven belt, demonstration of period spinning techniques), competed against two other entrants. See my blog for more info on these items and the competition.
May 6, 2017 - Arts & Sciences Champion, Barony of Arn Hold: Entered three pieces in at least two grand categories (tablet woven belt, ale barm bread with spent grains, demonstration of period spinning techniques), competed against two other entrants. See my blog for more info on these items and the competition.
May 6, 2017 - Order of the Unicorn Meadow, Barony of Arn Hold: The Unicorn Meadow is given for excellence in depth of study of a particular facet of the Arts and Sciences and sharing that knowledge with others. Given by Baron Balenor and Baroness Teaghan for my work in researching, demonstrating, and teaching fiber arts.
February 25, 2017 - Order of the Oleander, Kingdom of Atenveldt: Queens of Atenveldt who reign during Estrella War may bestow the right to wear a Queen’s Favor bearing a Desert Oleander to any female fighter who fights on the Estrella War heavy weapon or rapier battlefields (or, as I was told, who participate in projectile competition, including archery). Ladies who then return to do combat in additional Estrella Wars may add one Desert Oleander to this Queen’s Favor for each year they fight at Estrella War. Reigning Queens who fight on the Estrella War heavy weapon or rapier battlefields are further granted the right to wear a favor bearing a gold Desert Oleander. Oleander Favors are traditionally presented by the Queen of Atenveldt to all lady fighters present at Estrella War Grand Court, regardless of the recipient’s Kingdom of residence.
July 16, 2016 - Master William Blackfox Award, Society Level: Master William Blackfox was the author and illustrator of the cartoon Warthaven. He gave generously of his time and talents, and was very supportive of the Kingdom Chroniclers until his untimely death. To honor his memory, the Office of the Society Chronicler sponsors the annual Master William Blackfox Awards to recognize excellence in the work of Chroniclers and newsletter contributors. Newsletters provide a valuable resource and communication tool for SCA members around the world (from the SCA website)! Given for Best Layout and Design for our Baronial newsletter, the Moose Call, edited by yours truly for the past two years. Because this award is given in the fall for a previous year's work, I am just now receiving the award recognizing my work in AS 49 (May 2014-April 2015). Though this award doesn't confer anything on the recipient and is just a recognition, I'm really proud and honored, since it is a society-level recognition signed by the society chronicler, for what feels like a rather thankless job sometimes. Was also given a nomination for Best Layout & Design for AS 50.
August 29, 2015 - Queen's Confidence of Artemisia: given by the queen to those individuals whose service, advice, and trust have been of great assistance to her reign. An individual may receive this award only once per reign. It is usually given at the closing court of the reign. The symbol of the award is unique to each queen, but usually consists of an element of the queen's personal arms. Holders of this award are styled "Queen's Confidants," and may place the initials QC after their names. Given by Queen Clare de Lacey.
July 18, 2015 - S.P.U.D. (Service Performed Under Duress), Barony of Arn Hold: given, in the spirit of good fun, for an individual act of service whereby the recipient did put forth a great deal of effort towards a particularly difficult, time-consuming, tedious, onerous and/or exhausting task;doing so graciously, willing, and without complaint. This award was given to my husband and I after having to change locations for Raptor War, which we were stewarding, less than two weeks before the event. Given by newly incumbent Baron and Baroness Balenor and Teaghan,
July 18, 2015 - Terpsichore's Mouffle, Barony of Arn Hold, given for excellence in the Arts and Sciences, given by outgoing Baron and Baroness Fernando and Syeira,
January 24, 2015 - Order of the Windmuhlen Keeper , Barony of Arn Hold, given for outstanding ongoing service to those who consistently demonstrate their willingness to volunteer, and do so tirelessly, graciously, to their utmost capacity, repeatedly, for and on behalf of the Barony. Given by Baron Fernando and Baroness Syeira.
August 30, 2015 - Gryphon's Heart of Artemisia, given to those who were of assistance to the crown during their reign. The symbol is unique to each set of royalty, but usually centers around a heart shape. Companions of this order may place the initials GHA after their names. Given by King Konrad and Queen Kortland.
July 12, 2014 - Award of Arms, Kingdom of Artemisia, given at the pleasure of the Crown, usually for good deeds and service. Given by King Konrad and Queen Kortland.
May 10, 2014 - Order of Yggdrasil, Barony of Arn Hold, the tree of life is given to newer participants of the SCA in the Barony to recognize them for their active participation, to acknowledge them as contributing citizens of the Barony, to encourage them to continue doing so, and to thank them for their enthusiasm that helps to inspire us all. Given by Baron Fernando and Baroness Syeira.
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