13 eyelets down, 15 more to go. Red was a common colour for kirtles and petticoats in the 16th century, even up till the late 19th century, because it was thought to be warmer and to promote health. #sewing #historicalsewing #historicalclothing #historicalcostuming #16thcenturykirtle #16thcentury #renfaire #redwool #red #reedboning










