Here is an idea that I am working on. Tell me what you think. I would be curving the bottom, making the cuffs, and braiding the shoulder cords. I want to turn this: Into this:
Is the fabric heavy enough to make a good conversion? Wouldnt a mess dress or evening attire usually have an open front? royscot_mess_bu.jpg
Last edited by madmacs; 27th December 12 at 03:48 AM.
It will be open front. That was the only picture I had to play with.
Paired with a tartan waistcoat or perhaps one in coloured scarlet, I think this style of jacket would look quite smart with Highland evening attire, Harold. I look forward to possibly seeing the steps of such an endeavour. Best wishes,
Should Look great - looking forward to your progress
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It works fine. I did almost the same to the exact type of Eaton jacket last year. I used velvet black for the cuffs. It worked out great. Good luck with your conversion, Sara
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I had not thought of velvet! I have some at home so that may be a good option to look into. I do what to reshape the bottom hem so that it curves upward at the side seams.
A peak at the back too?
Its nothing special just flat cut. I dont have a picture of the back.
Hope this photo turns out. I converted a tux spencer jacket for a celtic program at my church. The back is plain.
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