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    If your wife is not bothered about accuracy then buying outer garments is going to be fine - but I'd suggest making the next layer down to get a good fit and no skimping of fabrics.

    The torn into strips and gathered skirt is the most economical way to create a large skirt, and sleeves can then be created and joined onto a top from almost any pattern.

    A common error is to make cuffed sleeves too short - they should be measured around the bent elbow for a comfortable fit.

    Anne the Pleater
    I presume to dictate to no man what he shall eat or drink or wherewithal he shall be clothed."
    -- The Hon. Stuart Ruaidri Erskine, The Kilt & How to Wear It, 1901.

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    Simplicity 8161 is 'Outlander' specific
    http://www.simplicity.com/simplicity...1.html#start=2

    There is a huge amount of information on sewing blogs mainly historical sewing blogs.
    Lots & lots of free patterns available particularly for the chemise & skirts/underskirts on the Internet.

    Even if she doesn't sew there are plenty of people who could make the garments for her.
    The costumer from the TV show has a blog and I think she may have popped in on this forum?
    http://www.terrydresbach.com

    Admittedly I've made that sort of stuff for years so I find it easy but I honestly don't think the cost of some of the garments I see on eBay & etsy are worth the price when you could make it yourself.
    Edit to add: Americian Duchess who designed the pattern also has a blog with masses of information.
    http://americanduchess.blogspot.com.au
    Last edited by Lady Grey; 19th September 16 at 02:19 PM.

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    The Celtic Croft (an XMTS advertiser) has some Earasaids which they call "Great Kilts for women". They can be found here.
    "Don't give up what you want most for what you want now."
    Just my 2¢ worth.

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