Conversion question.

[Carlo]

Well, I was considering using this to make a medium green wool Kenmore, so unless I can lay hands on a Lt. Union Sharp Shooter's frock, I think making one may be easier. But I appreciate the advice.

I think making one is the better idea. I at least would not want to destroy something that nice and propably expensive.

[Sir Didymous]

I think making one is the better idea. I at least would not want to destroy something that nice and propably expensive.

There are a few AmCiv reenactors that I know of around this area that portray Union sharp shooters, but they are scarce and you'd have to kill them to get their uniforms. They have to have them made to order at specialty shops. Some pay as much as $450 for just the frock in question. It's cheaper just to make it. I don't sew, but I have the good fortune of having a professional seamstress for a mom. She specializes in historical garments, so this would be a great project if I help with the pattern conversion. I do much of the research and designing for her garments. So I have a deal of knowledge on how things go together, but lack the skill to do it myself.