Paul Sheaffe's father wearing the original 200 year old coat , with his sword at their Family reunion
I received a lovely email from a Mr Henderson, early in August, 2012
He wanted us to make some 1812 outfits for the Bicentennial Events coming up in Sept-Oct 2012...
He asked if we could make one for himself, A full Gentleman's Outfit 1812 Along with a Man's Canvas Haversack.
Linda Stanley of:
" Canadian Art Cards.com"
So we began with a series of emails then fittings and picking of fabrics.
Linda choose a striped fabric with a silver thread for the main Day Dress. Along with Blue-Black Bahamian Linen for her Pelise. I accented her outfit with simple ruffle trims, rust ribbons , and embroidery on the back of her pelise too match her Reticule
This outfit had to be finished for a speaking engagement two weeks after her first fitting.
Her hand sewn"day cap" and Chemise are made from 100% cotton
If you have had the opportunity to see her at some events around Ontario you can be sure she will show you her chemises detailing her initial "S"
