RH515 — 1545-1550s Man’s Schaube or Caputo

Make this lovely men’s cloak with our pattern!

Buy our full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for German (Scahube) or Italian (Caputo) cloak popular in the 1540s-1550s, based on the garments of Mauritz, the Elector of Saxony and Don Grazia de Medici. Fits chests 34″-54″ and larger. All sizes included in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions and period construction techniques included.

Suggested Fabrics:
velvet, wool or heavy silk
linen or silk for lining
heavy linen or canvas for interlining
velvet or silk for embellishment

Yardage Requirements:
4 yds at least 60″ wide

Notions:
thread
buttons
braid and trim to taste

Let us help you! At Reconstructing History, we want to see you wearing the best garments you are capable of making. Email us at info@reconstructinghistory.com) and we will answer any questions you might have.