Custom historical fabric design for theatre

Custom historical fabric design and textile recreation developed for professional theatre productions, based on documented period sources.

Theatre Production – Godtemplarna (2026)

For the 2026 theatre production Godtemplarna at Arbogateatern, this work was developed in close collaboration with costume designer Emelie Herzman. Fabrics from my 1880s collection were selected and refined together with carefully chosen complementary materials, ensuring both historical accuracy and a cohesive costume design for the stage.

Each textile is developed with a strong focus on historical accuracy, correct scale, and practical usability, ensuring that the final fabric supports both visual authenticity and functional garment construction on stage.

Professional Collaboration in Historical Costume

This work was developed in collaboration with Emelie Herzman, a highly experienced historical costume maker with over 20 years of professional practice.

She has studied fashion and costume history at the University of Gothenburg and Uppsala University, and is trained in pattern drafting, corsetry, millinery, and embroidery.

Her commissions include work for institutions such as Kalmar Castle, SVT, and the Danish Museum of National History, as well as private clients. She also teaches historical sewing and embroidery through courses and workshops.

At Arbogateatern, she works as a costume designer, actor, playwright, and artistic director, contributing to historically informed productions and performances across Sweden.

More information: emeliehertzman.wordpress.com

Custom Textile Development – 1660s Blackwork (2025)

For the 2025 summer production at Arbogateatern, a 1660s blackwork-inspired textile was recreated as a custom design, tailored specifically for stage use and historical costume construction.

歴史的なテキスタイルを舞台衣装として実用的に再現しています。