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[Table of Contents] [Lord's & Rogues] [Noble Ladies] [Best Bodices & Such] [Capes, Coats, Jackets & Cloaks] [Elizabeth's Secret] [Accessories] [Embroidery Options] [Applique Samples] [Weddings & Specials] [From the Attic] [Fabrics] [Price List] [How to Order] [Portrait Gallery] [Testimonials] [Links] [Show Schedule] [What's New]

Many of you already know Fantasia from many places in the past. Currently, as Fantasia, we are working out of McGraw, NY, historically known as "Corset City", distributing our high quality Renaissance, Victorian Period Style Clothing, Wearable Art and Lingerie through mail order, the Internet and Renaissance Festivals. Fantasia is also expanding in 2008 to shows featuring our paintings, photography and Art Dolls.
Thus.....We are currently changing our web site address to

www.designsbyfantasia.com


Please make a note of it. The change will be slow and over the next year or more. This new address will include our other passions and designs, along with our entire clothing line.

Please also Note: We as Fantasia, are taking Special Orders over the Internet by email at fantasiainfo@yahoo.com or via phone at 607-836-7523. Please speak slowly and clearly when leaving a message for Lyla is seriously hearing impaired. After June 1, 2008 we may only be taking orders for all shirts, skirts, cotton capes of standard sizing and color, and for Corsets and Bodices of Patrons who know what "Fantasia Size" they are from our past Renaissance Festivals, or have it on file from filling out the Fantasia "Sizing Form". These items ordered after June 1, may take up to Jan 1, 2009 to have completed, so please be aware of this time restraint. Festival Stock does have to take priority during the Renaissance Festival season and we are sorry about the problems this does cause for Fantasia's loyal customers. . All orders during Fantaisa's Renaissance Festival Season will be limited to colors and fabrics readily available and for the most part, no custom sizing during this time. For future orders, please fill out a Fantasia sizing form at one of Renaissance Festivals, and then submit the information. If you have bought or tried on one of the Fantasia Bodices or Corsets in the past and still know your "Fantasia size," then please do email us with your information and we will keep it on file. We as Fantasia, will never give out this information for any reason.


Purchasing Fantasia Clothing may be done at one of our Renaissance Festivals, and for the exceptions to the above, by phone, (607)836-7523, FAX (please call for instructions) or email us at "fantasiainfo@yahoo.com". We take Master Charge and Visa, money orders or checks. All orders must have a 50% non-refundable deposit to start work, and the balanced paid before shipping. Some Prices for Web Orders will be higher then the prices at the Fantasia Festivals, for the same items. Please see The Fantasia Price list for differences. We are sorry if any of these policies are inconvenient, however, we are hoping that we will be able to accommodate more Customers with better service.

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The Fantasia web site will now start being revised, so please Bookmark this address to keep abreast of the latest changes. If you see a problem with navigating Fantasia web pages or can suggest a change, do let us know by fantasiainfo@yahoo.com email.

Please, take a quick look at the following...

Just a few highlights and points of interest.....


Embroidery &
Applique!
I have been trying to work on Machine Embroidery Designs & Applique and have added these as speciality embellishments to our clothing. I am in love with Celtic Knot Work and especially Art Nouveau, therefore many of the designs include these, however, we also have Fairies, Dragons, flowers, Blackwork, Lace, etc. I will be working on more designs and ideas through the next winter, showcasing them later on our site and especially at the Festivals! This year I will make an effort to photograph some of the "one of a kind" embroideries and post them in our Gallery.

Corset
& Lingerie

"Elizabeth's Secret" is our line of Lingerie, underpinnings and various types of Corsets. Presently there are 3 corset styles, with waist control of 4++ inches and two Bodices, the"Artemisia" and our newer style, "The Courtesan". These all are excellent pieces to wear anywhere from lounging in the boudoir to dancing in clubs. These are professionally made corsets sporting our superior workmanship and materials. Also included are pantaloons (bloomers) and delicate chemises. Our colorful "Fantaloons" will not be seen at Sterling but can be ordered on line during that time and will be back for the Maryland Renaissance Festival this year.
Bodices
of many Styles


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The Courtesan
These are our most popular item. Many of them are one of a kind due to choice of fabrics on each side (completely reversible) and my short attention span doing embroidery designs. They will far outlast many types of bodice out there in the market today and our workmanship is guaranteed. Fantasia bodices are made with steel boning, four layers of fabric, metal grommets and superior workmanship. No kidding! Now there is a style called the "Artemisia Bodice". Looks like our Tudor Bodice, but is longer in the torso, going beyond the waist to almost the hip line. Gives more waist control than our Tudor Bodice and a willowy silhouette. Extremely flattering and comfortable to wear!

Our newest style that a few were fortunate enough to get for a few seasons, is "The Courtesan". It's back is pictured to the left. We have currently all the sizes available except the Sophia, which I hope will happen this year and we are creating detachable sleeves. It is a blend of our Titania (Victorian) Corset and Bodice Styling, and it is reversible. Combine The Courtesan to the newest style skirt, "The Promenade", and the entire ensemble is stunning.
Capes, Coats
& Cloaks


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Fantasia full wool and cotton capes are some of the best!!! Pewter or bronze clasps, generous in size and material. Wool or cotton, Fantasia prices can't be beat for this high quality. We are now also making closures at the neck with Embroidered Tabs. Very unique! Newest style of coat is a "Coachman's Coat", pictured to the left. It has sleeves, collar and Single or Double capelets and made of Melton Wool. Warm and fun and yes it will be at the Renaissance Festivals this year!
Purchases of all Fantasia products may be made by MO, bank or cashier's check, by phone for Master Charge and Visa.

Please note that all prices listed are in US currency and may be subjected to change without notice. We as Fantasia, try our best to be consistent in pricing, however, sometimes we are surprised by a supplier or how much it will cost to fill a request and the Price List may not be up to date....... so please call or email if you have a question. Thanks!






Fantasia 2008 Renaissance Festival & Fair Appearances


  • SUNY Cortland Women's Soccer Spring Craft Fair, SUNY Cortland Ice Arena,
    Cortland, NY:
    March 29, 9 am - 3 pm
    Lyla's Art Dolls will be showcased, along with fabric boxes.


  • Sterling Renaissance Festival, Sterling, NY:
    July 12 - August 17
    A very good friend and business associate convinced us to stay and
    we have met the prospective owner, Doug Waterbury, who we like very much.
    We believe he will do great things with the Festival and grounds



  • Cortland Art and Wine Festival, Courthouse Park, Cortland, NY:
    August 2; 10 am - 6 pm
    Featuring Allen and Lyla's art, photography and Art Dolls


  • Cortland Celtic Festival, Courthouse Park, Cortland, NY:
    August 23
    Fantasia will be there selling everything Celtic: Clothing, corsets, dolls and artwork.


  • Maryland Renaissance Festival, Crownsville, MD:
    Aug 24 - Oct 19
    Fantasia will be there for our 7th Season selling Clothing, Corsets, and Art Dolls.
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[Table of Contents] [Lord's & Rogues] [Noble Ladies] [Best Bodices & Such] [Capes, Coats, Jackets & Cloaks] [Elizabeth's Secret] [Accessories] [Embroidery Options] [Applique Samples] [Weddings & Specials] [From the Attic] [Fabrics] [Price List] [How to Order] [Portrait Gallery] [Testimonials] [Links] [Show Schedule] [What's New]

Fantasia would like to acknowledge the use of some of the graphics
and images within these pages which are courtesy of...
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....and Special Thanks goes to our photo contributors: Kris Kirsten, Laura, Myles, and Mike Meagher (all other photos by myself or Artemas Rookey and are property of Fantasia) and patient, enduring, models:Jennifer Riesley, Artemas Rookey, Akela Mears, Dana, Carol Buckley, Holly Bouton Downham, Ken, Justin Rookey, Mira Rose Rookey, Dorothy, Amber Fox, Kris's wife and Danielle.
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P.O. Box 611;
McGraw, NY 13101

(607) 836-7523

FAX: please call for instructions

EMAIL:fantasiainfo@yahoo.com
  • Web site designed & maintained by Lyla. Please report any problems or suggestions to her at fantasiainfo@yahoo.com. Thank you.
  • All patterns, images and pictures are the property of Fantasia,
    © Copyright 1992-2008. (Unless Otherwise Noted.)
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  • Last update 1/23/08