Elizabethan Comfort Gown

I've heard nothing but good things about the Margo's. I have her Elizabethan and Tudor patterns and could not be happier, however this time round I really don't want to spend the $30.00 on a pattern. That's the cost of 2 linen smocks!

I've not heard good things about Reconstructing History and personally, I have the jacket pattern and there is no help in the sewing side. The sleeves on the jacket do not fit without rework (at least for me). So take your pick.

Suggested Fabrics:
Kirtle & Sleeves: medium weight silk or linen
Gown: silk velvet, plush, or brocade

Yardage Requirements:
Kirtle
outer material & lining " 4 yds (each) at least 45" wide
hem linings & facings 1½ yds (each) at least 45" wide
center panel 2 yds at least 45" wide

Gown
outer material (with nap) 8 yds at least 45" wide
outer material (without nap) 4 yds at least 45" wide
lining 4 yds at least 45" wide

Sleeves
outer material 2 yds at least 45" wide
lining 2 yds at least 45" wide
brocade decoration 2 yd at least 45" wide

The finished back length of the Kirtle and Loose Gown is 58". For every inch longer in finished length required, you will need an additional 1/8-yard of fabric.

Notions (optional):
Bias Tape: 3 yds at least 2" wide
Hem Binding: 4 yds (each) at least 2" wide
Sleeve Foundation: ½ yard buckram
Sleeve Ribbon: 1½ yds 1" wide ribbon
24 to 30 frogs or other closures
Cording and appliqué to taste

kirtle

So this late period combo of the surcoat and the kirtle are both loose fitting. Probably made for women who were pregnant or just getting over one. Perfect for a women who has a very modern body and wants to do late period.

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Material: I have 2 curtain panels that will work for the surcoat. I've got some fustan that is a light beige and I'm going to dye it another color to go with this black & white fabric.

My daughter says she really likes the fabric, I think it a good choice.