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The ubiquitous scarlet tunics of the British military conjure up thoughts of the “Red Coats” of the American War of Independence and the changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace. Now you can make one of your very own!
Our easy-to-use pattern helps you make a Victorian Era Men's Army Dress Tunic for the 1850s through 1910s. Variations to conform to the 1856, 1868, 1881 and 1910s regulations included. Full instructions on how to build the corset-like interior that makes this coat look as fabulous as it always does.
Fits chests 34" to 54", waists 28" to 50", and hips 35" to 55". All sizes in one envelope.
Also included are assembly instructions, embellishment suggestions, and the extensive historical notes you've come to expect from Reconstructing History.
Suggested Fabrics: wool; linen or lightweight silk for lining; heavy linen, buckram or canvas for interlining
Notions: thread; buttons and braid for front and sleeve decoration; buckram or tailor’s canvas; wool felt or padding for collar; buttonhole floss
Yardage Requirements:
Tunic 3 yds 60” or 4 yds 45” wide
lining 3 yds 45” wide
interlining 3 yds 45” wide