Since I have no clue how to use a sewing machine, I've been doing alterations and such with hand stitching everything on some Scottish-style clothing, including a kilt and a pair of cadadh hose. I've gotten somewhat good at it over the last 8 months and was thinking about making a historically accurate 18th century sleeved waistcoat.

I know there are great patterns from places like Reconstructing History, but I was wondering if these patterns are geared towards using sewing machines or if they are easy enough to create with simple hand stitching. Thanks!