Here is the long awaited photo of Kristy and Pete with the garb I made them. They threw them on over their mundanes so it probably doesn't sit the best! LOL Kristy broke her lacing and you can't see the pretty sleeves in this photo - I'll have to take one just of the dress I think ;-)
Have done some research for patterns etc to make a start on my list of things. Made my 'roman' tunica last night - not entirely happy with how it sits. I'm sure in the book I have 'Patterns for Theatrical Costume' there is 'roman' garb - I'll have to check it out tonight and have a play. I am using a pale blue linen which looks nice (and feels nice too!). Will try and get photos for here. Once I get mine sorted, then I'll make Kristy's - hers will be pink.
I've also done some research for gambeson patterns - I am awaiting a response from Blue Draco to see if they have Period Patterns 101 in stock. It has gambesons, surcoats, tabards, leggings etc. I'm not too confident with drafting my own pattern from scratch so I am hoping I can buy one! Although I have had to *fiddle* with the other PP I have (which you need to do with any pattern to get the best fit) and no doubt will have to with this one too, I find it much easier if I have a *base* from which to start. Drafting is something I would like to learn to do (I think I have a book on it somewhere) - maybe that is project for next year ;-)
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