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Anyone here sew historical costumes?

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lucysmam · 04/07/2020 19:58

Before I go hunting for a tutorial/pattern to diy an 18th century men's shirt...tailored to my oldest dd's measurements?

If so, I wondered if there are any sites or resources you could recommend as a starting point?

(She's Hamilton obsessed & I've been making myself a blouse which seems to have inspired her to ask about me making one for her :) )

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mineofuselessinformation · 04/07/2020 20:03

Take a look at prior attire on YouTube. You'll find links to books there.

Pavlova31 · 04/07/2020 20:06

The Prior Attire website and Youtube channel/Instagram/Facebook is all about recreating a wide variety of Historical costumes.
Perhaps you could find some inspiration there ?

lucysmam · 04/07/2020 20:20

Thank you both; I'm just unpicking a seam I'm not 100% happy with then I'll take a look!

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DrCoconut · 04/07/2020 20:32

I've made tons of 18th century shirts etc. PM me if you like

lucysmam · 04/07/2020 22:09

@DrCoconut thankyou, I will do shortly. I've just been looking at youtube for inspiration.

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