Originally Posted by
longhuntr74
MacLL...great thoughts...and it wasn't derailing at all. It is exactly the type of feedback that I'm looking for with my inquiry.
I've never made a fully constructed/tailored garment, but the last weskit I made (1760s vintage) was darned close with interlining, real metal trim, hand sewn button holes, and such. I understand the principles and think I'm up to the task. Sure it may take me some trial and error and some "oh crap" moments, but that is part of the challenge. I like the appeal of having a truly unique garment that I can say "I made it" when asked.
If you intend to make it yourself, I would advise first mocking it up in muslin, it saves on those "oh crap" moments (that could get quite expensive), or so I've been told by those who have 'been there, done that'. 
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