16th Century, Costumes, Kirtle Sew Along, Living History, Sewing, Tutorials, Video Tutorials

Part 5 of the Elizabethan Kirtle Sew-Along Renaissance

Four videos today, this weekend I’m going to shoot some more. Pressing and prep for the sleeve seam allowances   Pressing the seam allowance with a seam roll when the sleeve is too narrow for the board. Sewing in the lining at the top of the sleeve. Hand sewing the bottom of the sleeve shut.… Read More Part 5 of the Elizabethan Kirtle Sew-Along Renaissance

16th Century, Costumes, Costumes for Others, Elizabethan, Living History

A 16th Century Black Linen Doublet and Unpanned Trunkhose

First, all the photos!   This project started several months ago before I moved, got married and several life thing reared their head. So my recollection of the construction process is a little fuzzy. After a few late night fb conversations, a friend of a friend needed better clothing for 16th century interpretations. I needed… Read More A 16th Century Black Linen Doublet and Unpanned Trunkhose

16th Century, Costumes, Juan de Alcega Tailor's Pattern Book, Living History, Research, Undergarments

Juan de Alcega Tailor’s Pattern Book: Manteo or a skirt of cloth

I’m in need of a new underskirt or petticoat for my 16th century clothing. I’ve been using the same cotton broadcloth one I made back in 2005, for years now. It is serviceable, but it adds a lot of bulk at the waist and it isn’t very authentic in construction or materials. So it is… Read More Juan de Alcega Tailor’s Pattern Book: Manteo or a skirt of cloth