Seeking Marcher's dress in size 8

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Hi there lovely folk!
I am looking for somewhere I could buy a Marcher’s (or Medieval) women’s dress in size 8 or a super simple pattern (I am not yet experienced at sewing).
Would you have any suggestions?

Thanks a lot in advance!

TangGirl

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I think this is the one I’ve bought stuff from in that size which would be perfect for Marchers: http://www.cloakedanddaggered.com/menu/15th-century/

http://www.sallygreen.co.uk/sg-13.php looks similar

(thanks to @harryh for reminding me the name of the first one and suggesting the second).

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These simple and effective instructions for how to make a medieval dress are on the wiki here https://www.profounddecisions.co.uk/empire-wiki/How_to_make_a_t-tunic

You’ll need about 3m of fabric, to be comfortable make 2 dresses, an inner one in light linen or cotton, and an outer one in wool or wool mix. Pick Marcher appropriate colours, add a belt and you’ll immediately look the part! Wear both to cold events, wear just the linen if hot.

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Thanks very much, @Penny! That’s really useful!

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Thanks, @CharlieP! It’s an oppportunity to learn what my character would undoubtedly know how to do! :smiley: