Toile and trouble - how to achieve a good fit

Toile and trouble - how to achieve a good fit

Using a toile or mock up is often over-looked. This post describes an example where the use of the toile allowed for a much better fit than could be achieved in other ways. It describes making a made-to-measure 17th Century singlet for re-enactment of the English Civil War.

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Book Review with a Twist: Modern Maker 1

Book Review with a Twist: Modern Maker 1

A review of the Modern Maker series by Matthew Gnagy. These excellent books provide a range of advice, techniques and tips on making C16th and C17th clothing in the original manner to get the right shape and look. Using one of the techniques, we have extended its use successfully and present this here too.

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