Elizabeth McComb is a professional seamstress and clothing/costume designer with more than 30 years of experience in sewing and costume design, She has a Bachelor of Arts in Creative Arts, with a concentration in Art History. She has studied the clothing design elements of many time periods, with a particular focus on the Victorian and …
You Are Invited to a Jules Verne’s Masquerade! Step into a world of extraordinary voyages, fantastic inventions, and boundless imagination at Jules Verne’s Masquerade at this year’s Clockwork Alchemy! In 1877, Jules Verne hosted a spectacular masquerade ball where hundreds of guests arrived dressed as characters, explorers, inventors, and destinations inspired by his celebrated “scientific …
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Kathe Gust Kathe Gust enjoys creating clothing for many historical periods, and for various sci-fi and fantasy genres. She has co-directed costume masquerades and served as a judge at the local, regional and international levels. She served as the International Costumers’ Guild Recording Secretary from 2012 to 2017. As a member of the Silicon Web …
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David L. Drake and Katherine L. Morse are the San Diego-based authors of “The Adventures of Drake and McTrowell,” a serialized steampunk tale detailing the adventures of Chief Inspector Erasmus Drake and Dr. “Sparky” McTrowell. The duo’s many adventures are provided in weekly penny dreadful-style episodes on the web (www.DrakeAndMcTrowell.com). They have produced four novels …
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Greetings, steampunks! We are pleased to invite you to join us on October 16-18, 2026 for this year’s Clockwork Alchemy convention! Clockwork Alchemy is a science fiction and fantasy convention celebrating the creative and adventurous spirit of steampunk, alternate history, and pre-atomic science fantasy. Fans of authors such as Jules Verne and media such as …
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The vendor application process will remain open this week and then close. We are preparing our jury and announcements will be sent out by the end of the month. Thanks for your patience! First, please read the FAQ page for info as things are always changing and it just doesn’t do to be uninformed. https://www.clockworkalchemy.com/artists-bazaar-faq …
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The time has come! We are pleased to announce that Early Bird registration for Clockwork Alchemy 2026 is open. For a limited time, early registrants can purchase all-inclusive weekend passes for Clockwork Alchemy at 24% off the full price. Early Bird registration ends on March 15, 2026, so get your discounted passes as soon as you can. This year’s …
If you missed the “Grind and Whirr,” the public feedback session we host at the closing of each Clockwork Alchemy, here is a partial list of the notes from attendees. Gaming Authors Bazaar Main Foyer Sessions General Want to submit your own feedback on this year’s con? Please submit your feedback below:
Thank you again for attending Clockwork Alchemy: Gaslight Fantasy! As the Glamour fades and the air ships cast off and disappear into the clouds, help us remember what was great and understand what we could have done better. Please take a moment to fill out this feedback form with your thoughts.
Dear Esteemed Guests, Staff, and Fellow Adventurers, As we say farewell to another amazing year at Clockwork Alchemy, I want to extend my deepest gratitude to each and every one of you who made this year’s Clockwork Alchemy, Gaslight Fantasy, an unforgettable journey into wonder, mystery, and imagination. From the moment our doors opened, the …
Test your nerves against tea duelists at Clockwork Alchemy! Join our tournament and win glory and accolades. Build your legend! Tea Dueling Rules As it’s popularity and flamboyancy grows across the land, you may have heard of something called “Tea Dueling”, and have been intrigued. The Temporal Entourage of the Western Territorial Frontier Tea Dueling …
🍸🛠 Through a collaboration with the hotel, we’re pleased to announce steampunk themed cocktails will be available at the bar (cash bar, sorry). Just sidle up to the bartender and ask for an “Into the Thicket” or an “Apple Cranberry Moscow Mule.” Mocktail versions will be available as well! Into the Thicket (Blackberry Margarita) Muddle …