Made on the most common patterns of the Burgundian medieval gowns. It is a good choice for a Medieval festivals and dance events on the period. I both can be a peasant costume or town gown. The kirtle is made of wool and the bodice is strengthen by contrast linen lining. It is fitted due to the front lacing. The cord is hand made and there is an option to chose a rings or hand sewn holes for lacing. Note, the chemise is not included in the listing. The custom copy and different materials is available. Please, don't hesitate to contact me.
This pattern draft will create a woman’s late 15th/16th century sleeveless unboned supportive kirtle. The bodice is made up of four pieces, the skirt is made up of four pieces. The bodice seams are at the side (as opposed to side-back). The bodice ends at about the bottom rib (natural waist). The center front seam of the bodice is curved.…Continue Reading→
In which I examine my goals and actually figure out what I’m doing by comparing features of dresses in a bunch of period images.
Similar to the open front kirtle and placket theory, this theory looks at the style of dress which consists of a wide-front kirtle but instead of theorising a placket covers the chemise under the l…
Research and re-creation of medieval costume and crafts by THL Edyth Miller
Have you ever noticed that when you start gathering together images as "proof" of whatever…
Completed in July last year (2012, that is), it was really my first historical sewing project. Made from old scrap cotton that had...
Caps? Coifs? Hoods? Whatever France, 1490s headwear for the ladies! This is the handout for the class I taught in November. I will say that Madamoiselle Hemiole’s version is my current favo…
My friend is working on a kirtle class for Pennsic. I am made some pictures for her to use, trying to demonstrate the possible uses for a kirtle pattern once you've made one. We aren't pushing it as a period correct method of pattering, only as a possibility. Also trying to keep it as simple as possible: it drove me crazy wanting to include notes on proper accessories like aprons, hats, coifs, purses, belts, sleeves, under dress, shifts, etc. My website for more costume goodness: www.morgandonner.com/
This pattern will create a woman’s late 14th/15th century cotte/gown. Click here if you’re looking for the Men’s pattern. When drafted the pattern includes 1/2″ seam allowance on all edges. Because of the tight fit this will need some type of closure (rather than pulling it on over your head). For women, on a supportive layer I recommend you use…Continue Reading→
