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Post by Black Hand on Aug 2, 2019 11:12:37 GMT -7
A coat I made for the Lady (more 19th Century for when we are in Fur Trade mode) - not quite done yet, as it needs a lining, edge trim, buttons & button-holes. This was created from an old blanket-coat I made 20+ years ago that was improperly styled (read non-PC/HC style - made well before I had much of a clue). The blanketing I had was not much more than what you see and the lower inside sleeve needed to be pieced. I have another (that will be mine) in gray with red trim that is in-process, having started life the same way. I guess this isn't much different than older pieces being retailored to a newer style...  |
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Post by Black Hand on Aug 2, 2019 12:52:10 GMT -7
What I had to work with, design and cut showing how little remained. Sorry for the quality, not sure why they are blurry - I blame my phone... Top picture: To the left is the back (cut on the fold, one-piece back), to the right are the 2 front pieces.    |
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Post by straekat on Aug 2, 2019 15:54:27 GMT -7
Reworking a garment can be a lot of work, particularly if there is re-sizing to do. If an arm-hole is involved, I usually start with a fresh piece of material.
During the 18th century, linings were often attached as individual panels on the inside, so they could be removed and laundered separately from the outer-material. Since this appears to be an over-garment, think about making the liner as a button-in and detachable one, that can be worn for colder weather and removed for cooler rather than cold days. If the coat gets soaked, removing the liner and allowing it and the exterior part of the coat to dry could be done so a dry liner could be put in, and then worn and then your body heat dries out the exterior while being worn.
Can that be documented? I don't know, although it would be a form of layering and making the coat more versatile than a heavy one with a sewn-in liner.
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