Thank you Black Deacon...I love to start the morning off with a laugh and smile, and the visual you just painted, sure did that. Day Glo Pirates
In regards to fabric, I've found some of my best finds at upholstery stores....there are plenty of choices, and I'd like the think the courser threaded ones would reflect well on what was available in that time period. Plus, muslin is always well stocked there. Just my two shillin's.