Yeah, the color does stand out a bit! The big virtue of that particular piece of fabric was that I got it for about $2.00 a yard. If I was going to do it again, I'd choose something with a more natural color, as you suggest, and I'd also choose a fabric that feels good against the skin, so I didn't have to line it at strategic locations.Faolan wrote:A very nice cloak, I'd like that in a nice forest green please!
If anyone wanted to do one themselves, you just start with a rectangle of fabric around 2 1/2 to 3 yards X 54 inches, or however long you want it. You sew a center seam, then pairs of curving seams surrounding that until you get it as wide as you want. You'll be left with 2 large triangles of fabric at the bottom and 2 smaller ones at the top, possibly connected by a thin strip. The two larger triangles make the hood. Hem all the edges, then add any contrasting or stiffening panels you want. The final step is to add any clasps or buttons you might want to use. I used a celtic cloak clasp at the top and small hook and eye clasps for the front. And that's it!