Welcome to.....

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.....and yet there is so much more now............

[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 and Steampunk Style Clothing, Wearable Art and Lingerie through mail order, the Internet, Renaissance Festivals and other shows.

Fantasia also was expanded in 2008 to shows featuring our paintings, photography and Art Dolls. Each of us have a seperate Web address to showcase our individual art styles.

Allen Phillips' page is: www.designsbyfantasia.com/allen.html. Here, Allen will display examples of his Pet, People and House Portraits, along with other styles of his work.

Lyla's art web page is: Stuff by Lyla and the address for it will be: www.designsbyfantasia.com/stuffbylyla.html. There she will be showcasing her Photography, Fiber Art and Art Dolls when the page gets up and running. We have also added The McGraw Kilt Company to our group, which currently offers Kilts and some Scottish accessories. This web site address will be: www.designsbyfantasia.com/mcgrawkiltco.html, however, it is not up yet but hopefully will be very soon.

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, 2010 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, 2011 to have completed, so please be aware of this time constraint. 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 Fantasia'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, 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 and shows, for the same items. Please see The Fantasia Price list for some of the differences. We are sorry if any of these policies are inconvenient, however, we as Fantasia are hoping that we will be able to accommodate more Customers with better service.

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The Fantasia web site and all of Fantasia's Associates including broken links, will now start being revised extensively, so please Bookmark all the new Designs by Fantasia addresses, and the main home site of www.designsbyfantasia.com to keep abreast of the latest changes. If you see a problem with navigating the Fantasia web pages or can suggest a change, do let us know by fantasiainfo@yahoo.com email.

All members of Designs by Fantasia would love to know what you think about our site, our products, our presentation at the Renaissance Festivals and Conventions, and receive pictures of you in Fantasia's clothing. We adore getting mail and will place your comments at Fantasia's Testimonials page (I have a ton to put on now, and will hopefully soon!) Any photos received will be put in Fantasia's Portrait Gallery. Thanks!

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

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


Embroidery &
Applique!
I have been trying to work on Machine Embroidery Designs & Applique and have added these as speciality embellishments to Fantasia's 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 have been working on more designs and ideas through the winter, showcasing them later on Fantasia's 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 Fantasia Gallery.

Corset
& Lingerie

"Elizabeth's Secret" is Fantasia's line of Lingerie, underpinnings and various types of Corsets. Presently there are 3 corset styles, with waist control of 4++ inches and Four Bodices, the"Artemisia", our newer style, "The Courtesan", the old stand by, Fantasia Tudor Bodice and bringing back the simple Fantasia Milk Maid Bodice. These all are excellent pieces to wear anywhere from lounging in the boudoir to dancing in clubs. These are professionally made corsets sporting Fantasia's superior workmanship and materials. Also included are pantaloons (bloomers) and delicate chemises. Fantasia's colorful "Fantaloons" are now available at both Sterling and the Maryland Renaissance Festivals this year.
Bodices
of many Styles


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The Courtesan
These are Fantasia's 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 bodices out there in the market today and Fantasia's 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 Fantasia's Tudor Bodice, but is longer in the torso, going beyond the waist to almost the hip line. Gives more waist control than Fantasia's Tudor Bodice and a willowy silhouette. Extremely flattering and comfortable to wear!

Fantasia's newest style that a few were fortunate enough to get for the past few seasons, is "The Courtesan". It's back is pictured to the left. We will have all five sizes this year, including the Fantasia Sophia size. Fantasia will also be premiering the detachable sleeve design that can be bought separately and attached to all of our bodices.
Capes, Coats
& Cloaks


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Fantasia full wool and cotton capes are some of the best!!! Silver, antiqued gold and gold clasps, generous in size and material. Wool or cotton, Fantasia prices can't be beat for this high quality. 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 and this year will be fully lined. Warm and fun and yes it will be at both 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 2009 Renaissance Festival & Show Appearances Still to Come!


  • Fantasia's First Bi-Annual Open House, McGraw, NY:
    December 12
    Fantasia has never done this before but we feel that it is about time. On display and available for purchase will be Renaissance and Victorian Clothing that we normally carry at our Shows along with Allen's and Lyla's Art, The McGraw Kilt Company's Kilts and Accessories and some of the new upcoming line of Steampunk. I will have times and directions posted soon. Hope to see you there!


  • Cortland Free Library Gallery Show, 32 Church St, Cortland, NY:
    Month of December;
    Allen and Lyla's art, photography and Mixed Media will be part of the Cortland Art League December Show.



    Fantasia 2010 Renaissance Festival & Show Appearances


    • Fetish Fair and Fleamarket, The Westin in Providence, RI:
      February 12 - 14
      Fantasia had not been in a few years but we went, had the best time in 2009 and will be returning for the Winter Flea in 2010. Hope to see you there!


    • Wicked Faire, Doubletree, Somerset, NJ:
      February 19 - 21 ;
      Featuring Fantasia's new Steampunk Line and McGraw Kilt Company's Kilts and accessories.


    • Steampunk Worlds' Fair, Radisson Hotel of Piscataway, NJ:
      May 14 - 16;
      Featuring Fantasia's new Steampunk Line, corsets, hopefully photography and McGraw Kilt Company's Kilts and accessories.


    • Sterling Renaissance Festival, Sterling, NY:
      July 3 - August 15: Pending
      Well hopefully some of the kinks will be worked out and Fantasia will be there this year for our 12th Season. Have not seen a contract yet, however, so please watch for updates.


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


    • Maryland Renaissance Festival, Crownsville, MD:
      Aug 28 - Oct 24: Pending
      Fantasia hopefully will be there for our 10th Season selling Clothing, Corsets, and Coats.

    • Cortland Celtic Festival, Courthouse Park, Cortland, NY:
      August;
      Featuring Allen and Lyla's art, photography, Mixed Media and Art Dolls; Fantasia and McGraw Kilt Company


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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

EMAIL:fantasiainfo@yahoo.com
  • Web site designed & maintained by Lyla. Please report any problems or suggestions to her at hrhlyla@gmail.com. Thank you.
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  • Last update 11/7/09