The Tudor Child: clothing and culture 1485 to 1625 Tudor_clothing The circumference of the hem

The circumference of the hem is between 2 3/4yd - 3yd (2

Worn only for a photoshoot and a small number of indoor markets the kirtle is in excellent condition

The skirt is pleated to the waist at front and back

along with a detailed exploration of the popular 16th century practice of swaddling

It was also commonly bequeathed for gowns for the poor (men and women) by testators in wills of the early to mid 16th century

The Tudor Child: clothing and culture 1485 to 1625 Tudor_clothing The circumference of the hemWritten by Jane Huggett and Ninya Mikhaila; edited by Jane Malcolm Davies. 160 full colour pages 40 patterns with comprehensive step by step making instructions Instructions for knitted items, including a waistcoat, petticoat, stockings, caps and mittens Over 65 historical illustrations Detailed line drawings and diagrams by Michael Perry Photographs showing finished reconstructed garments worn by real children Paperback 9in x 11in (20. 5cm x 28cm)