Lining material for 1700s greatcoat?

[rich pierce]

Gus, it’s starting to look like a coat. Sewing by hand takes a lot of time on thick fabrics. It now has arms! I put in a linen lining. The coat weighs about 5 pounds as it is. This is my first hand sewing project beyond a couple shirts and more complicated. I’m learning a lot.

 

[kje54]

Gus, it’s starting to look like a coat. Sewing by hand takes a lot of time on thick fabrics. It now has arms! I put in a linen lining. The coat weighs about 5 pounds as it is. This is my first hand sewing project beyond a couple shirts and more complicated. I’m learning a lot.

Way back I used to sew by hand now I use a sewing machine except where the tread can be seen, mostly....... I'm of the school that if it can't be seen, who cares. Takes a eighth of the time.

 

[rich pierce]

Way back I used to sew by hand now I use a sewing machine except where the tread can be seen, mostly....... I'm of the school that if it can't be seen, who cares. Takes a eighth of the time.

Agree! I’m just having fun whenever I do things the old ways.

 

[kje54]

Agree! I’m just having fun whenever I do things the old ways.

Nothing wrong with challenging one's self.

 

[rich pierce]

Pretty much finished. All hand sewn. My hands are tired but it’s a good project to build some skills and muscle memory.

 

[tenngun]

Agree! I’m just having fun whenever I do things the old ways.

I find it very relaxing to sew, and what seems like a long time, when looked back on doesn’t seem so long

 

[Brokennock]

Pretty much finished. All hand sewn. My hands are tired but it’s a good project to build some skills and muscle memory. View attachment 58893View attachment 58894View attachment 58895

Looking darn good.

 

[Grenadier1758]

You are indeed looking good.

 

[BillinOregon]

Rich, you did a bang-up job for sure. Congratulations, and take pride in it.
I have read and re-read Beth's "Tidings" several times. It is a must-have. Last I heard, she was still with us but in poor health.

 

[rich pierce]

Rich, you did a bang-up job for sure. Congratulations, and take pride in it.
I have read and re-read Beth's "Tidings" several times. It is a must-have. Last I heard, she was still with us but in poor health.

Thanks. I hate to hear that Beth is in poor health. She has contributed a good deal to living history.

 

[Beau Robbins]

Unlined

 

[rich pierce]

Lining helps slide a coat on and off. Optional, obviously, as capotes are unlined.

 

[RanchRoper]

Darn good job.

 

[Flintlock]

I would line it with a light wool broadcloth, these were meant to be worn in foul weather and linen or cotton might actually rob heat from you, extra layer of wool might keep you dryer as well.