Zephyr Posted November 11, 2003 Share Posted November 11, 2003 What patterns have ye used.....what can ye recommend and what gave ye some problems? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Heather Posted November 11, 2003 Share Posted November 11, 2003 For me wench's costume, Butterick P380 pattern did fine. The entire pattern for the dress, vest, and skirt had only 9 pieces. Fer me captain's costume, we used Simplicity 5958 (view A) for the jacket and pants with some minor changes. Both worked out really well. In fact, caught the Butterick pattern on sale at JoAnn's fabric store for 99 cents -- normal price is $16. Wish ye luck!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blind Rhoid Pyle Posted November 12, 2003 Share Posted November 12, 2003 I be lucky enough to live near Grannd Costume Designs and me wife been gettin' chummy wif the lady what owns the place. They got lots o' patterns, and they been thinkin' of publishin' some books o' patterns themself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyannMacGregor Posted November 12, 2003 Share Posted November 12, 2003 Ye might be wantin' to look at McCall's Pattern 2258 also. Colonial style garb, and lately I've just finished the coat. Just need to trim it out. Another suggestion I would have, would be to not get yourself stuck into the mind set of JoAnn's Fabric or any other fabric retailer. Explore even the upholstery geared stores. I spent a fraction of the cost at a local store known as Econo Sales, that has hundreds of thick materials, and lots of muslin. The sewing of the pattern was simple. When in doubt....pin, and check. I did almost sew a cuff on backwards. Captain of The Morrighan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Deacon Posted November 12, 2003 Share Posted November 12, 2003 Folkware -------------- "Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in one pretty well preserved piece without an even a kiss your hand, but to skid across the line broadside, thoroughly used up, worn out, smelling of powder, shouting ARRRG!!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkyns Posted November 12, 2003 Share Posted November 12, 2003 Check out these people. Great patterns, well documented and they have sailors slops and gunners jackets. http://www.kannikskorner.com/home.htm Also, for the lasses, check out this bodice generator http://costume.dm.net/custompat/index.html Hawkyns Cannon add dignity to what otherwise would be merely an ugly brawl I do what I do for my own reasons. I do not require anyone to follow me. I do not require society's approval for my actions or beliefs. if I am to be judged, let me be judged in the pure light of history, not the harsh glare of modern trends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Heather Posted November 13, 2003 Share Posted November 13, 2003 Awful thoughtful of Hawkyns not to forget 'bout the lasses on this here pub board! Now the fun part, gettin' my capn to help measure me. Oh cap'n...................................... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Deacon Posted November 13, 2003 Share Posted November 13, 2003 For bodices try www.livelydjs.com/cc she's is my ex and one of the best seamstresses you'll find. We redesigned them to increase cup size by two cups, decrease the waiste by two to three inches but you can still breath, move, ride and fight in them. This is a "biker" site but you pick the material you want "as long as it isn't a two way stretch". -------------- "Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in one pretty well preserved piece without an even a kiss your hand, but to skid across the line broadside, thoroughly used up, worn out, smelling of powder, shouting ARRRG!!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
"Mad Mab" Longfeather Posted November 15, 2003 Share Posted November 15, 2003 For pyrate wenches that wear skirts as opposed to breeches, the McCalls pattern #4090 is right tasty! Also, if ye want patterns for everyone, lads as well as lasses, check out www.alteryears.com They don't have their complete selection online, but I think ye can order a cataloge... and a lot of their Renaissance garb can be turned pyrate with a few choice flares. --Mab Prepare to be boarded! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zephyr Posted November 16, 2003 Author Share Posted November 16, 2003 Good suggestions all! the bodice generator an outstanding idea! fitting by trial and error is sucha' pain! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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