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Finally got back to my sailor coat project. For some reason I always procrastinate when it comes time to join the lining at the shoulders. I guess its the bad 1st experience with shoulder seams that I remember and dread. The coat is done, but I need brass buttons for this one and once size if determined, I'll do the buttonholes (yeah I know that is a large portion of the work). I am trying to get a brass button purchase arranged, so waiting til we know if that will go. When I have a price and info - I will post that. The newer pics are much closer to the actually color (taken during daylight) - link to the album https://picasaweb.google.com/PeterChaaps/2015SailorCoat_project?authuser=0&authkey=Gv1sRgCM-UhvHVgr7h3AE&feat=directlink mP

I thought some of you might be interested in my traveling camping kit for events. With the exception of the period hammock (I used a lightweight nylon hammock), I built this kit in 2009 for my first attendance at FTPI (known as Pirates in Paradise or PIP then). Over the years this kit has served me very well. This is strictly for events that I fly to. When I drive the stops come off. This kit was weighed for each piece in order to verify it meets the airline 50 # limit. and it comes in a couple pounds under. Kit includes: wedge tent stakes ropes a ground cloth a wool army blanket a cloth bag for pillow (place extra clothes or coat in the bag for a pillow) a German duffelbag a cot OR a period hammock and bag (depending on if I know there are available trees) What it doesn't include: poles - I usually have someone bring extras for me or stop at home depot a chair - I really need a chair with a back and so far have not built one that works with the kit (But I am working on that) My pirate clothing or weapons This bag gets checked and I sometimes roll my knife, utensils and mug inside the tent in the bag. I bring a carry-on with clothing and a small backpack for essentials and that covers it. I know there are improvements to be made - feel free to chime in with ideas. https://picasaweb.google.com/PeterChaaps/Traveling_pirate?authuser=0&authkey=Gv1sRgCK_22o_Ou9-83gE&feat=directlink mP

Its rather obvious what chewed on the fid... mP

Here is the latest in mine... serving mallet, seam rubber, fids and hemp twine for serving... [broken link replaced w/uploaded photo]

Awesome gun Capt Bo!

Just started "Lafitte the Pirate" mP

Happy Natal Day Pod! mP

I could be persuaded to make a set, but I don't do pockets in them. I use the Kanniks corner pattern and handsew with linen thread. wha cha got to trade? mP

I've had the wool a couple years now, and dont remember where I got it. just remember I paid less than $10 a yard. I originally bought it for a lighter weight colonial regimental. Its about 12-14 ounce weight, and I still have enough for the regimental if I ever get around to it... The tablecloth (lining) was tagged 100% linen and is a looser weave than most, nice oatmeal with brown stripes. can't wait to get back to it... I hate putting sleeves on LOL mP

Not sure why they are so small. just a link to picasa photos. it is the short version. the pattern has abbreviated markings for the sailor jacket mP

Started a sailor jacket. It is based on Reconstructing History pattern 704 - 1700s-1730s Sleeved and Sleeveless waistcoats. The medium weight wool is more a cross between royal blue and navy blue than it shows. The lining is a striped linen tablecloth from the local Goodwill store. oatmeal and light brown stripes. I decided I needed a blue sailor coat to portray a british sailor at some point in time. this color is very flexible for other things as well. No outside pockets, one inside the lining. thinking plain brass buttons at this point. mP

Well, I'll be a Baker-knee'd Rabbit-catcher... Happy Day Capt Bo (a day late). mP

hApPy BiRtHdAy! To Quartermaster William Brand. These December Birthdays just keep coming! mP

prolly not. Would you want a fruitcake re-gifted back to you that way! LOL mP

How did I miss Capt Jim? Guess I didn't know he was a December baby. Well then...Happy Birthday to Capt Jim as well! mP

"Smell my face" -- unknown "Worst superpower ever!" - unknown "I'd rather lick carpet" - Castaway Kat

Happy Birthday to Mission and Stynky, and to the rest of the "club" mP

Traditionally the Mercury has been the crew for all those without a crew. So welcome aboard! mP

Slacker! LOL - We are all guilty on that one... mP

Commodore Bo... Ifn ye come back to pirate'n, I'll buy ye a BIG hat... mP

Yay! Go Stynky! (Go where?, I don't know) :-) mP

Awesome craft! William! where is ours? LOL mP

That is indeed a good one. the two previous volumes are good as well! Have not found a book by him I didn't like mP