Here is the sleeve, inside-out, with the cuff pinned on. The sleeve is completely enclosed, and the decorative cuff comes to within an inch of the knuckles. The sleeves caps are a bit of a bother as they can’t be gathered, so they need to be reshaped to fit the body. Off the shoulder seams […]
Read more "Update"The poof! The buttons! The cat hair! With the buttonholes complete, it’s time to start tuning the seams. Chest padding gives this coat a unique silhouette. The top button might need to be moved, haven’t decide yet. Somehow the length in front matches the waistcoat exactly. Good news: there isn’t much in the way of […]
Read more "Swallowtail II"Look at this damned thing–just look at it. A rifle company of the Massachusetts militia wore these uniforms after the War of 1812. Where to start. Forget about the helmet for now. The padding is remarkable, also that wasp waist (complete with seam.) The collar meets at the center front. The stars and wings are […]
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