OK, so this is my Iron age Celt kit, but it is also going to be the basis for my middle Earth Woodman kit. I will add a green sleeveless tunic over the long sleeve tunic. i will also have an axe and large knife as a back-up weapon. I have rectagular leg wraps for colder weather of brushy areas. I have done some pretyy heavy physical labor, building the longhouse in this kit, SO I am very comfortable with it's functionality and practicality. It is all wool and completely handsewn with linen thread. The short trousers are made with the marx-etzel pattern which a very interesting and comfortable one piece pattern.
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The Marx-Etzel pattern. One of the things that I really like about it is that there is no central crotch seam to rip out.
The Marx-Etzel pattern. One of the things that I really like about it is that there is no central crotch seam to rip out.
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Alright! Cloak, tunic, breeches--exactly what the Professor suggests northern menfolk wear in Letter 211. Thumbs-up for wearing it while engaged in authentic work. That's the way to do it!
I wasn't previously familiar with that pattern, but it makes sense. Looks like an efficient use of fabric and less piecing than Thorsberg-type trousers. Might have to give it a try sometime.
I wasn't previously familiar with that pattern, but it makes sense. Looks like an efficient use of fabric and less piecing than Thorsberg-type trousers. Might have to give it a try sometime.
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The hardest part is getting the measurements right, but it's not too bad. I messed up a bit and there is a patch of fabric in the back to extend the flap, but it's not noticeable with a tunic on. I measure a friend and made his pattern and his came out just fine.
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REALLY cool. Liking how it all came together a lo!
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If you go to the homepage and pause the slideshow where the three warriors are, the shirtless man with the round shield appears to be wearing these. Though it is a bit difficult to tell as he appears to be wearing underwear of the same pattern as the pants. Still, it gives us an image of how they looked.wulfgar wrote:http://www.dumnonika.com/trousers.html
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