Blog backlog continues, because the universe conspires to ensure last-minute event sewing, but doesn't always allow time for photographing the results.
My Tudor kit, such as it is, is largely comprised of light-weight linen (being primarily used in August). Thus, my first June event fell on a cool, damp weekend, which saw me sewing a single wool garment by campfire-light, as the rain closed in.*
My Tudor kit, such as it is, is largely comprised of light-weight linen (being primarily used in August). Thus, my first June event fell on a cool, damp weekend, which saw me sewing a single wool garment by campfire-light, as the rain closed in.*
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| Waistcoat. It's actually a burgundy color. |
The waistcoat pattern was drafted from The Tudor Tailor. I opted to include the wings, and the used the straight collar/cuffs. The material is a dark red wool from Pendleton, with a full lining in linen. I used black size 2 hooks for the fastenings, inspired by the Amsterdam examples.
*I proceeded to wear the said garment next day (pinned close for lack of hooks), while helping start a new fire in the said rain. A month and a half later, I finally managed to sew on the 12 hooks.
*I proceeded to wear the said garment next day (pinned close for lack of hooks), while helping start a new fire in the said rain. A month and a half later, I finally managed to sew on the 12 hooks.
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